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Jan 5th, 2013 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Blog, Interviews
These two reviewers are so brilliant– They both actually read the script!
REBIRTH is a wonderfully written, historically accurate, and vividly imaginative script. The atmosphere is pulsing with energy; the setting is described with lifelike detail. The characters are rich with insight and dripping with humanity.
The storyline runs fluently and is engaging, offering elaborate detail, allowing the audience the chance to visualize this historical event from a fresh, unobstructed perspective. The sequence of dramatic scenes, all highly kinetic, visual, and expertly crafted, lend to the validity of the striking images described, as well as to reveal the depth of the characters that live within its creative boundaries.
The characters are skillfully constructed, portrayed as highly individuated, and idiosyncratic. Each serves ideals larger than themselves and possesses characteristics, which are consistent with historical accounts. These deeply rich, well-developed characters, drive the story forward, toward its captivating climax, all while helping to create a compelling and redeeming quality, which is sometimes lacking in scripts of this ilk.
Rebirth catapults its audience on a captivating journey wrought with peril and intrigue. Danger, romance, passion, and betrayal are used to weave the story together to form a historical tapestry of epic proportions. This rousing, sometimes romantic, and often chaotic adventure is laced with sorrow, success, fortitude and failure.
The story’s furious energy and surprising gravity provides a rare example of insightful, impassioned, perspective. It is an extraordinary achievement, being both a detailed account of world-shaping events and an exciting script, with flashes of levity and romanticism.
Rebirth is a lucid and lively work that will engage both lovers of romance and intrigue, while appeasing those who are more engaged by sequences of action. It manages to make the period come alive, and whets the appetite for more, by delivering on the promise of emotions like love, patriotism and treachery, all while avoiding the impetuous style of so many historical period-pieces that are available today.
Rebirth captures the grandeur and the scope of the conflict it examines, by offering emotional intensity, and the deep understanding of the social and political factors that were at the heart of the struggle. This unique insight lends to the scripts staying power.
The dialogue is tight, the characters are brilliantly crafted and the chemistry between them boundless. The theme is compelling, and the storyline intriguing. In my opinion this script has all the classic markings of a Hollywood success.
In the end, Rebirth is an endearing, well-written script. It possesses the quintessential elements needed to piece together a successful epic, drawing the audience in and delivering on a number of levels. The story is well crafted and the plot is rich with historical accuracy, which provides more than enough substance to keep any audience interested.
The script is structurally sound, as well as stylistic, and easy to read. The growth within each of the essential characters is endearing, and their relationships are well established. Once again, this is a wonderfully spellbinding tale that would make for an exceptional viewing experience.
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Recommend! Grand Prize Winner. https://scriptvamp.com/tl_lewis.html#Rebirth
GREENLIGHT COVERAGE:
Title: REBIRTH
Author: T. L. Lewis
Form: Screenplay
Page Length: 118
Genre(s): Historical Drama/ Action/ Romance
First Place.
Logline: A womanizing artist uncovers more than the nudes he captures on canvas when he discovers the courage to face his fears and finds love that changes his life.
Excellent (ALL)
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Concept/originality
REBIRTH breathes life into history in a way that captures the reader’s attention and draws them in from the opening to the epilogue. The concept and delivery of this script are original in their eloquence.
T.L. has created a beautiful world for us and delivered a masterful script. The scenes are dressed with a rich tapestry of contrast – violence and beauty, darkness and light. The writer has captured the essence of a tumultuous time in world history and delivered it to the page like a newborn ‐ naked, screaming, and with tenderness.
Plot/storyline
T.L. has crafted a wonderful love story full of pain and intrigue. You are quickly wound up in Edmunds struggle, his love for Genevieve, and a world in turmoil.
The characters in REBIRTH are full of life. It’s a tricky thing to do to develop characters that have unique voices and Rebirth does. We often have our readers read the script aloud to each other without reading the character names in an effort to distinguish one character from another based solely on the manner in which their dialogue is written.
You really do get a feel for who the characters are and the effect the world they live in is having on them. We see Edmund as a bit of a reluctant hero who is forced by circumstance to re‐evaluate his life, his beliefs, and reinvent himself.
There is a wonderful eloquence about the words spoken in this script. It’s tough to find fault in dialogue like “Your Mother is the reason the greatest story I ever told is the one I’ve lived.” Each speech seems carefully crafted bringing the emotion of the time and place to life.
The scenes are well crafted, in and out with very little room for critique. The writing is superb. Whether you’re a veteran or novice writer something that is difficult to do is write action blocks that are both concise and have some literary value to them. T.L. has found a good balance here, keeping them short and to the point, but written in a way that adds value to the scene. Word choice, delivery and descriptions are expertly used in every scene to develop a flow that is consistent throughout the piece.
BRAVO!!! RECOMMEND!!!
http://the-greenlight.hostei.com/tllewis.html
I also once had another judge from a NY Screenplay Contest tell me that the marketability of Rebirth lies in the massacre, not the love story, that I should focus on the St. Bartholomew massacre. My answer: No, this story is NOT all about the massacre, but what led to the massacre, that Rebirth’s scope is a larger story than the violence, a story that transcends man’s inhumanity to man. It is no more about a massacre than the film “Titanic” is all about the shipwreck or “Gone with the Wind” or “Cold Mountain” all about the Civil War, or “The English Patient”, “Schindler’s List” “Rob Roy”, “Kingdom of Heaven” or “Braveheart” only about the violence. In “Rebirth” it is the real slice of life that shows the climate of intolerance that leads to the massacres.
Rebirth sets real people within these true events, and shows the intolerance and tyranny that allowed the hatred persecution to fester. The themes of love, justice and honor strike a chord within hearts and minds into a collective consciousness. This is why these stories are timeless to our struggles of intolerance and religious terrorism– still too real in our own time. Hopefully, the extreme emotions evoked in this film will awaken many. The theme is universal, and perhaps why the awards have been from the U.S., France, the U.K. and Canada.
This story was never intended to glorify or highlight gore, but to outrage, to touch hearts and ultimately to inspire with the ideals of family and freedom. With these timeless reminders of honor we create our own legacies, to know we too can rise above terror and tribulation.
This legacy of honor, this fight freedom did not die with a massacre, but rose above it with integrity that was handed down for generations, to spark revolutions and lay the foundation for the U.S. Constitution. Rebirth is a ‘true to life’ slice of a minority’s reality of terror and tragedy, within a timeless love story of tenderness and triumph.
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Sep 5th, 2011 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
An interview with screenwriter Teresa Lewis regarding The-GreenLight.com Writing Competition.
A: ‘REBIRTH” is inspired by a true story, a provocative mix of lust, love, politics, war and religion; as it opens in the diffused white light of the Louvre, amid a grand library and gallery of Renaissance images.
The timeless works and heights of humanity are juxtaposed against the depravity of civil violence between religious factions and the corruption of Church and State.
In this world torn between Renaissance and genocide, a young boy loses his faith and his faith in humanity. Twelve years later, he’s grown into an amorous young man, a student at the University of Paris, who chooses to be largely oblivious to politics or the swirl of intolerance that still rushes around him. He soon finds love that changes his life, and risks it all in a fight for the civil liberties of a minority.
Ultimately, “Rebirth” reminds us of the perils of unbridled power, and inspires us to never lose sight of the true power of love and honor. I will never be the same for knowing or telling this amazing story, and will never look at our freedoms and the sacrifices for civil liberty never quite the same again. I hope one day, should the film be made, that it would also have a similar impact on the lives and legacies of others.
I tend to think that Rebirth has the passion of “Braveheart” and the promise of “Ever After.”
A: I saw the Greenlight Competition posted on Moviebytes. and when I visited the webiste, I was very impressed with the content and professionalism. This is Rebirth’s Fourth FIRST PLACE WIN, and is ranked in the top five on Movie bytes/ Winning Scripts (along with many other wonderful screenplays) in Drama, Historical and Romance genres. Someone asked me recently, when are the AGENTS/PRODUCERS going to realize that winning scripts more likely will be winning films? I and a few other winning screenwriters, are anxiously awaiting their enlightenment.
I think with each placement or win, especially first place wins and consistency over time, gives a writer more credibility and attention. Then the query letters suddenly get more attention, or more requests are made to read your script. Actually “Rebirth” is now in the hands of a major agency, as I type. I still know the odds, but I know that it is also in good hands. Wish me well.
A: Extremely satisfied and impressed with the professionalism! Gordon Rogerson, the director, did everything promised and more. He also created a special page that highlights the top winners, their bio and showcases their scripts. http://the-greenlight.hostei.com/tllewis.html If the same level of professionalism continues, this contest is destined to be one of the biggest and best.
I would highly recommend this screenwriting contests to beginning writers as well as to seasoned ones. I would advise them not to get defensive, but to keep and open mind to keep learning, improving and enjoy the process.
The feedback was a huge plus and the main reason I’ve entered this and other contests. Most writers are sensitive, their writing very personal, and sometimes criticism hurts, even when it’s constructive. But, if you listen, it can make you a stronger writer. I was a writer, not a screenwriter– I needed feedback and guidance, and I think I am finally getting the hang of screenwriting. You tell me.
The following comments are from the Greenlight judges:
“One the best scripts we have ever read! The writing is superb. The characters, locations and story are exciting, rich, and would dazzle any cinema going audience…The writer has captured the essence of a tumultuous time in world history and delivered it to the page like a newborn naked, screaming, and with a tenderness. This is a gorgeous looking script. It has what we call the holy trinity… Sex, Violence and a well crafted story. BRAVO!!!! RECOMMEND!!!”
Q: How long did it take you to write the script? Did you write an outline beforehand? How many drafts did you write?
A: Since ”Rebirth” is an epic, the script took approximately eight months from the beginning of research (that filled a 3-inch binder). Then about eight more rewrites. The following year was spent in tweaking as I entered contests with feedback, then another ten- twelve drafts and polishes. I still polish. But as far as outlines: the more I learned of this heart wrenching story, the less of an outline I needed, because these characters so touched my heart, that they literally came to life and they led me on this journey into their lives of honor and courage. I couldn’t stop writing– and I truly felt as if I were living in the French Renaissance for many months in these “best and worst of times.”
Q: What kind of software did you use to write the script, if any? What other kinds of writing software do you use?
A: MovieMagic seems to be all I need. I’m sure Final Draft and others are great too, but I won MovieMagic a couple of years ago in the Brass Brad contest, and have happily used it since. I think I’ve read every book written on screenwriting, and am partial to Truby and Campbell and the “Hero’s Journey.”
Q: Do you write every day? How many hours per day?
A: I cannot get through a day without writing. No matter how busy I am, it is my escape, my relaxation, a true passion.
Q: Do you ever get writer’s block? If so, how do you deal with that?
A: N/A. I never run out of ideas, just hours in the day– in spite of needing only an average of 5 hours per night.
A: Sometimes I am so driven to write I wonder if writing is part of my cellular memory, as I actually share 5th Great grandfathers’ and Grandmother’s with writers Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, Alred Tennyson, Sir Walter Scott and Jacqueline Bovier Kennedy. I like to think writing is in my genes. I definitely share their love for a great story.
A: I lived in L.A. as a child, and always wanted to go “home” to visit. I know it would be quite emotional, as I have many fond memories. But with the advent of the Internet, and ‘ at the fingertips’ communication and transportation, it is not as critical to live there as it once was.
A: The REBIRTH Sequel… Seriously, I’m always writing and actually have several shorts complete as well as a few feature scripts in progress that I often work on simultaneously. I write daily for pleasure and in the case of “Rebirth”– for the passion to tell the story–to bring these amazing characters back to life on the big screen. I also want to congratulate the other screenwriter winners Rhys Gledhill, and Richard Sartore and wish all the other great writers that entered the contest only the best. And to all passionate writers, keep writing, not for the product but for the joy of the process. It’s quite an emotional roller coaster, but oh what a ride.
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Oct 4th, 2010 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
“BEYOND REASON”An interview with screenwriter T.L. Lewis regarding the ScriptVamp/Short Writing Competition.
A: “Beyond Reason” is a true story, based on the life and love of Émilie Du Chatelet, and the famous, clever writer/philosopher, Voltaire. Voltaire is outspoken and always in trouble, mostly for his sarcastic criticism of church and state. Through Voltaire’s wit and charm, he is rarely at a loss for words, until he meets his match, the intellectual and sensual Émilie.
Émilie is a brilliant scientist, far ahead of her time, but best known for her blending of science with seduction. “Beyond Reason” a humorous glimpse at the polarity and passions of men and women and a tribute to all who know the ups and downs of true love and for those who do not quite fit into the “norms” of society.
A: I was first awed by Script Vamp’s professionalism and depth of coverage several months ago, when my feature screenplay “Rebirth” won their Grand Prize award.
“Rebirth”has three other first place wins and is ranked top five on Moviebytes Winning scripts, with three other awards for “Beyond Reason.” This is not to boast but to reveal my experience with more than a few screenwriting contests.
Therefore, I can easily say that Script Vamp/ Dream Quest is one of the best and I would recommend this contest, without hesitation, to all screenwriters for inexpensive, yet invaluable feedback.
A: All promises kept without any glitches whatsoever and the professional feedback alone is worth the price.
A: “Beyond Reason” took only a few weeks for the first draft once I felt close to the characters. “Beyond Reason” was the Winner at WildSound in Toronto a couple of years ago, complete with a staged reading. I had actually put the script aside and forgot about it, until I decided to enter it in Dream Quest for feedback. One day I plan to write the feature version with more conflict and tragedy inherent in Voltaire’s and Émilie’s relationship, as Script Vamp and WildSound suggested.
A: Actually, I use Movie Magic and Final Draft after winning both in previous screenwriting competitions. They are both much better than simple word processing programs and make formatting for screenplays and other scripts a breeze.
A: I write EVERY DAY, even if I have to stay up into the wee hours. I go into withdrawal if I miss one day. I’m also an unapologetic workaholic and never have to be pushed to do anything I love. Procrastination is not a part of my world view.
A: Rarely ever do I have writer’s block. If so, I relax by surrounding myself with nature, fountains, the sound of waterfalls, yoga, a warm shower, or listen to music that inspires the genre I’m working in. I do whatever it takes to stimulate the alpha waves conducive to creativity.
A: I am a writer by nature and related to several famous writers, am a psychologist by education, an educator by profession, and a lover of great literature. Yes, on other screenplays, one epic that could even be considered for mini-series development. I have a love of research and writing, and am always learning, especially the craft of screenwriting.
A: I lived in L.A. in my early years and would love to visit. I actually have family still there. Thankfully, in the 21st century, direct communication is a much simpler matter.
A: In addition to marketing “Rebirth, I’m working on several ‘coming of age’ comedies, and one simply crude comedy. (I may need an alias.:) I’m also writing and polishing two other historical epics, one adaptation, one biography, and am challenging myself with an original pre-historical fantasy script. I really love crossing genres and working on several scripts at the same time. I am never bored.
I would also like to congratulate the top two winners and finalists. As writers, we have to encourage one another and above all–keep doing what we love that makes us feel most alive–to keep writing!
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MovieBytes Interview:Dream Quest International Screenwriting Competition
Feb 19th, 2010 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
An interview with screenwriter Teresa Lewis regarding the Dream Quest Writing Competition.
A: ”Rebirth” is a mix of lust, love, peril and passion, inspired by a provocative true story, as it opens in the diffused white light of the Louvre, amid Renaissance images and timeless works of humanity. All of this beauty is juxtaposed against the cruelty and corruption of Church and State. “Rebirth” unfolds in this world torn between Renaissance and genocidein a time when speaking your mind can literally lead to the loss of your head.
Yet, as Nostradamus notes, “many are no longer able to accept the corruption of popes or the commands of Kings.” The Huguenot and Humanists are at the forefront in this civil disobedience and become targets of oppression and tyranny.
The central character, EDMUND DU CHASTEL, experiences this inhumanity as a mere boy of ten years, when he witnesses the beheadings of a hundred Huguenot noblemen. Young Edmund’s face is splattered by blood and tears. Traumatized by the butchery; this young orphan loses his faith in humanity. Twelve years later he is an amorous young man, a student at the University of Paris, a pacifist artist, who chooses to be oblivious to politics or the swirl of violence that still overflows in this country in chaos. Instead, he escapes into a life of pleasure as he seeks fulfillment and compromise in the arms of women.
One day, painting a portrait of a nude in the French countryside, he glimpses the sight of a stunning maiden running through wild flowers. Her name is GENEVIEVE (17). Little does Edmund know that he fixes his gaze upon the woman who will eventually shape and change his life — forever.
Atop a grassy knoll dotted with headstones and daffodils — Edmund and Genevieve try to come to grips with their own mortality in this world of torture and tribulation. They both agree that they can’t allow the dread of dying to rob them of their joy of living. Edmund believes that some things never die, that we all leave a legacy in our own life stories. Edmund’s real transformation is partially based on facing the pain of his past, his search for the meaning of honor, and his unexpected love for an extraordinary young woman, Genevieve. She is the love that changes his life and helps him find the courage to face his fears. Their love story sizzles as it warms the heart and transcends the turbulent time.
Edmund’s journey evolves from that of a fool into the hero’s journey as his conscience and courage are tested when he finds love that changes his life– only to risk it all in a fight for civil liberty.
Rebirth is the story of the abuse of absolute power versus the true power of love and honor. Rebirth is a tribute to all who share the ideals that enlightened people will not subject themselves to tyranny, but will rule themselves with wisdom, tolerance, and justice for all.
A: I tend to enter contests that offer coverage and a score card, at the least. I feel this has helped with the tweaking of Rebirth, to make it tighter, more commercial and has possibly led to the past three First place wins. This will be the Fourth and the feedback/coverage was the most comprehensive to date. It was obvious they read and understood the script.
A: Dream Quest/Script Vamp is one of the most professional contest that I’ve entered, and more than meeting deadlines, as they did, they treat a writer with the professionalism and respect they also deserve. Some of the bigger contests you tend to feel like they just want your entry fee… but not DreamQuest, they have been amazing.
A: Having read the book “Outliers” I believe I have put my 10,000 hours into “Rebirth” alone, not counting several other scripts. Rebirth was/is a work of passion, a story that I was literally driven to write. What began as more of a novel, was tweaked after hours of research and dozens of re-writes into a tight commercial script.
Writers have to accept that writing is rewriting and if it’s not the script you want to spend months with, write something else. Rebirth was a script that was difficult to let go of , because I truly loved the time, place and characters.
A: Moviemagic. Although I’m sure Final Draft or Montage would probably also be great.
A: I live to writer. Yes, every day, as many hours as possible.
A: Writer’s What? Very rarely. Nature, a starlit night, running Water, fountains, waterfalls, streams, ocean waves, even a warm shower stimulates alpha waves. A sure cure most of the time.
A: I am a scholar and student of life, a writer/educator who thinks writing is in my genes. I discovered this love at a very early age.
Only recently did I also discover that I actually do share distant great grandfathers’ and great grandmother’s with writers Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, Alred Lord Tennyson and Sir Walter Scott. I definitely share their love for great literature.
I also won a First Place award for another short script, ”Beyond Reason” based on the amorous scientist ahead of her time, Emilie du Chatelet. She was best known as the love of Voltaire’s life. He knew she was far more.
A: Lived in L.A. a few years as a child, and still have family there. I’d love to have yet another reason to visit.
A: The REBIRTH Sequel…:), the bio of Frederick Douglass “A Lion’s Heart”, A fantasy of epic proportion “In the Days of Kings and Queens”, and three comedy shorts:) Seriously, I’m always writing and actually have several shorts complete as well as a few feature scripts and playing with an adaptation, in progress. I often work on several scripts simultaneously. I write daily for pleasure and in the case of “Rebirth”– for the passion to tell this amazing story.
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Jun 5th, 2009 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
MovieBytes Interview: Blazing Quill Writing Competition
Apr 26th, 2009 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
An interview with screenwriter Teresa Lewis regarding the Blazing Quill Writing Competition.
A: “Rebirth” — is based on a provocative true story set in an ironic age of enlightenment, the renaissance, a time when art is life and knowledge is power. Sounds great, but many want truth to remain hidden– because knowledge equals power and a means to control the masses.
Rebirth reveals the struggle between those who abuse of power versus the power and honor of a few brave hearts– fascinating characters who give up their wealth, their estates and their rank and privilege in a cause greater than self. It is a powerful story that values honor and a love story that transcends time.
The Logline: A womanizing artist uncovers more than the nudes he captures on canvas, when he discovers the courage to face his fears and finds love that changes his life.
From the reviews of readers and coverage by professionals: these words resonate: “entertaining, exciting, refreshing, enlightening, inspiring, intelligent, it’s message transcends films that are predictable and gimmicky” etc.
Q: What made you enter the Blazing Quill? Have you entered any other contests with this script? If so, how did you do?
A: Honestly, I really liked the name. I have always loved the symbolism behind a quill pen. It reminds me that so many great poets and writers used them, not to mention documents like the U.S. Constitution — written and signed with a Blazing Quill.
Regarding wins, yes, also a recent First Place Win at Epiphany, and Brass Brad Mentorship, WriteMovies.com. Sasha Lauren of Epiphany wrote: “What could be better than centering a plot on the fight of good vs evil? This script has it all– from love and romance, to the martyrs and heroes staking their lives on the quest for peace and justice, to the heartbreaking tragedy, death and despair. This historical piece is a big story about a big topic and a movie that should be made. I LOVED IT!”
A: Actually, yes. I have two major players– both reading Rebirth. A Danish Production Company wants it included in their production slate and is luring me with “A List” talent and an award winning Director, but as of today, all of my options are open.
A: My background is one of a scholar, someone who truly has a passion for learning for its own sake. My degree is in Psychology and Cultural Anthropology with additional training in Education, Digital Editing and Marketing. I especially love history and the lessons to be learned from it. I am always writing, and love to research. It is as genuine and as natural to me as breathing. I even write and direct in my sleep.
A: Not at this time, although I lived there as a child. I would love to return and reminisce. My sister lives in Camarillo and is always asking me to visit.
A: I’m always working on a script, usually several at a time. At present– one I am especially proud of, a blend of science and seduction, called “Beyond Reason”, that recently made the finals in the British Short Screenplay Contest, as well as two off the wall comedies. I also have a winning reality show concept that I’m looking for someone to pitch… I just have to remind myself to breathe deeper sometimes and to stop and look at the stars– as numerous as my many blessings.
I can honestly say I have the most supportive husband and family in the world and have also met some awesome people through the writing and contest process. I try to keep in mind one of the lines from Rebirth that: “Love and honor are not bound by fortune nor fame, but found in humility– Not bound by our words nor our beliefs, but found in our humanity.”
MovieBytes Interview: Wildsound Writing Competition
Jul 1st, 2007 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Interviews
An interview with screenwriter Teresa Lewis regarding the Wildsound Writing Competition.
A: BEYOND REASON. A true love story, based on the witty philosopher Voltaire and the love of his life, Émilie Du Châtelet.
Emilie was no ordinary woman of her time, known for her “amorous nature” and brilliant mind, but best remembered as the woman who conquered Voltaire’s heart. Voltaire celebrated her, in her own right, as, a ‘great and powerful genius’, his equal.
Beyond Reason, is a humorous and timeless glimpse at the polarity of men and women that will touch anyone ever involved in a passionate relationship.
A: Actually, Matthew Toffolo, at WILDsound, found me here on Moviebytes Winning Scripts regarding my feature script, Rebirth. Because of another Production company’s interest in Rebirth, my attorney advised me to enter another script– (Beyond Reason).
Prior, I also entered one of my first drafts of Beyond Reason in the British Short Contest and was suprised and pleased when it made the quarter then Semi-Finals. I have only entered it in one other contest, still in progress.
Q: Were you satisfied with the adminstration of the contest? Did they meet their deadlines? Did you receive all the awards that were promised?
A: Extremely Satisfied and would recommend WILDsound highly.
WildSound offers a monthly Reading Series for the top three screenplays and gives them the opportunity to hear their scripts read out loud by Top Actors. All three winners are treated equally. Not sure, but I think the audience votes at the end.
But no matter what happens, you get full feedback on your script on the good, the bad and ways to make it better. If you visit their website, you’ll get a sense of the energy, hard work, and creativity of this extremely talented Toronto group.
A: Re: Feedback… it’s a writer’s dream. If you win in the top three, your script is read by professional actors in front of a large audience in Toronto, and you get to hear feedback from an Industry Professional who moderates the event and facillitates a Q&A with the audience.
Out of town Winners (like me) receive free hotel accommodation during the reading. I’m planning the trip to Toronto now. But even if a writer can’t make the event, they email a DVD copy of the reading of your script, plus the full moderation and audience participation.
To view actual taped readings, and so much more, you can visit their website www.wildcardpictures.com for more information. AMAZING– and the contest only costs 15 dollars!
A: Actually, I wrote Beyond Reason just because I enjoyed the feisty wit and brillance of the characters and I think others will likewise appreciate and identify with them.
I may be able to say more after the reading in later July. I’ll post either on my writing website: tlllewis.net or myspace.com/screenwritertllewis
A: I’m a scholar at heart, with a passion for writing with a love for a great story. I’m an educator who loves to learn, having taught myself film editing and also fortunate to have a backgound in marketing. This is a good thing, since I seem to spend much time on print, P.R. and web design for my scripts.
My genuine passion, is for my provocative, larger budget feature script, Rebirth and it’s 3D characters– to come to life on the big screen. I have several smaller production companies interested, including offered options, both in the U.S. and Europe, but am awaiting that lead producer to make Rebirth the classic film for profit and “for the sake of love and honor”. The process is akin to an emotional roller coaster that’s ‘highly adrenalin addictive’.
A: I lived in L.A. during most of my childhood and still remember, with fondness, the great weather and variety of terrain. My sister lives just north of the city, and I can visit whenever I want. I’m now pretty independent with my career and can travel when and if I wish. It’s not about where you are, but who you are and what you have to offer.
A: Actually, I’m working on another historical action script as well as developing three seperate comedies with my off the wall sense of humor. One I call DAYTONA DREAMING– a Comedy about a Florida State University Film student and a Surfer Dude – set in Daytona about two “losers”, who are inspired to follow their dreams after a Tony Robbins motivational CD gets accidentally stuck in their car stereo. To include sets at a Florida University, the Daytona Speedway, and the Daytona Auto Mall— and of course, Daytona Beach –at Spring Break.
And another comedy: SHORT BUS — about the power of expectations… When two transfer middle school students get their diverse IQ scores switched…The gifted student ends up riding the “Short Bus” and actually finds relief from the rigidity of high expectations, and the “slower” student gains new confidence, when everyone suddenly looks up to her. The possibilities– when laughter and lessons of life, converge.
”Days of Kings” — Fantasy/ Sci Fi Based on bits of Celtic Mythology and Mystery, “legend” of a Hollow Earth, a touch on Atlantis, but all tied to a Book of Life that records all actions, thoughts, our histories that create our future– with a twist . It could easily be set in NZ or, on the Isle of Man, off Ireland. And of course, others, but enough for now.
I write daily because it’s as natural and as essential to my well being as breathing. I’m always working on a script whether in the shower, in my dreams, or just vacuuming:). I have two 21 inch computer screens with 3-4 scripts open and in progress at any given time. I can honestly say that I’m never bored.
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An interview with screenwriter Teresa Lewis regarding the Epiphany Writing Competition.
A: REBIRTH, is an Epic/ Drama, based on a provocative true story that unfolds through the eyes of a womanizing artist. He finds the meaning of love as he fights for a cause that changes his destiny and alters the fate of a nation. Rebirth explodes with the passion of Braveheart, and climaxes with the promise of EverAfter. This awe-inspiring story engages the best in all of us as it explores love , loss and conflict bigger than life, yet explodes in a celebration of a new beginning.
A: The name and reputation of Epiphany said it all, and exemplified the reason I was driven to tell this heart-wrenching story. I wrote Rebirth day and night for months, some nights losing track of time, many nights writing into the wee hours, touched on the shoulder by the sunrise.
A: Absolutely, Ms. Lauren of Epiphany Scripts: has been the most professional, so far. I received mail and email notification as well as a personal phone call when I became a Finalist and another phone call a letter congratulating me on First Place, along with the $1000 check. The money was a plus, but my fervent desire is to get my script read and into creative hands.
A: Definitely. Sasha Lauren of Epiphany writes: “What could be better than centering a plot on the fight of good vs evil? This script has it all– from love and romance, to the martyrs and heroes staking their lives on the quest for peace and justice, to the heartbreaking tragedy, death and despair. This historical piece is a big story about a big topic and a movie that should be made. I LOVED IT!” Ms. Lauren also called me to give me pointers on polish and formatting to perfection.
A: Too early to tell, but Ms. Lauren wants to pass the script to very high-profile British classical/Shakespearean actors/directors that she has contact with in England — perfect for this classic script. Rebirth is a script that, excites and enlightens, and desires a producer/director who seeks a riveting rebirth, much like the title. The word is not out yet that Rebirth is especially written for creative and courageous genius types, actors, directors and producers, who want to make a movie of the same caliber. All American, British and French geniuses– are welcome to contact me at tllewis@mac.com.
A: I have always been a writer, even as a teen, and have also taught creative writing, but it took a story that so touched my heart, to inspire me to write as never before.
A: My sister lives in Camarillo and her son, is also a screenwriter and budding director at only age 23. He is now in the process his second production, now to direct two of his own creations. He would love to produce Rebirth, if it were a smaller budget. I have no immediate plans to move to CA, although I loved living there as a child.
A: The scribe in me is prolific, as I have several other scripts in progress, three comedies, a Drama and two historical epics in research and early-mid stage. A brilliant writer has also approached me for a possible corroboration. I also love research, freelance editing and video production. At the moment, I am most excited and focused on polishing Rebirth, and in finding the right avenue to bring these A List characters to life on the big screen.
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Ripped men in white underwear, pink bunny ears and black bow ties gyrated through the streets of Tel Aviv along with drag queens and others to loud trance music for the annual Gay Pride Parade on Friday — the biggest event of its kind in the region and drawing people from around the world to party.
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The good times in Tel Aviv contrasted sharply with events just 70 kilometers (44 miles) to the south, were Israeli soldiers braced for a mass Palestinian rally along the Gaza border. The Islamic militant group that rules Gaza has been leading weekly demonstrations that have turned violent, with 115 Palestinians killed since late March. Israel says it’s defending its sovereign border, including nearby communities.
Israel has emerged as one of the world’s most gay-friendly travel destinations in recent years, in sharp contrast to the rest of the Middle East where gay culture is often not tolerated.
Across the rest of the Mideast, the pervasiveness of religion in everyday life, along with strict cultural norms, play a major factor in making gay culture taboo. Same-sex relations are punishable by death or prison in Iran and elsewhere.
In Israel, homosexuals serve openly in Israel’s military and parliament, and many popular artists and entertainers are homosexual.
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20 Dog Breeds and Mixes on the Decline
By Kristen Seymour | May 31, 2013
Some of them used to be hot dogs, but the breeds and mixes that make our 20 Dogs on the Decline list have fallen in popularityover the past decade. To determine which breeds have experienced the steepest decline, we looked at Vetstreet's data and compared their popularity in 2002 to their rank in 2012. Here are the results, and a few are sure to surprise you.
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No. 1: Greyhound
No. 48 most popular breed in 2002, No. 117 in 2012
The Greyhound is known for being gentle and affectionate, but even those appealing attributes couldn’t keep this dog from declining in popularity over the past decade.
Sally Anne Thompson, Animal Photography
No. 2: Smooth Fox Terrier
No. 103 in 2002, No. 153 in 2012
The Smooth Fox Terrier is not necessarily the right dog for all homes. He’s outgoing and active and wants to dig, bark and investigate all the time. This makes him perfect for activities like hunting and earth dog trials but a bit problematic for calm and quiet families.
No. 3: Spitz Unknown/Mix
Spitz breeds were developed to bark, and bark they do, often in a variety of sounds. This active mixed breed needs daily exercise that mentally and physically challenges him. Otherwise he’s prone to destructive and noisy behavior.
Lee Feldstein, Animal Photography
No. 4: Schipperke
No. 94 in 2002, No. 141 in 2012
With a nickname like “little black devil,” it may be no surprise that the Schipperke has fallen somewhat out of favor. The highly energetic and highly intelligent breed is a great sports competitor and watchdog, but his take-charge attitude means that he’s liable to walk all over an owner who isn’t prepared to stand up to his antics.
No. 5: Chow Chow
No. 26 in 2002, No. 66 in 2012
This excellent guard and watchdog is a Chinese breed developed as an all-purpose dog for hunting, herding, pulling a cart and guarding the home. Chow Chows have a reputation for being aggressive toward people, but with early and frequent socialization, they can make excellent family pets.
Tetsu Yamazaki, Animal Photography
No. 6: Dalmatian
The Dalmatian has long been a favorite firehouse dog, and we can only imagine the pooch’s popularity rose with the mid-’90s release of 101 Dalmatians. Since what goes up must come down, that may explain why this breed has steadily declined in recent years.
No. 7 (tie): Samoyed
Originally a reindeer herder, the “Smiling Sammie” can be a tad stubborn, but the Samoyed is also a loving and gentle family member.
No. 7 (tie): Keeshond
The Keeshond is a happy-go-lucky Spitz breed that requires less exercise than you might expect, but the “Velcro” dog loves attention, and lots of it, which could be a little too much for some busy families.
Nick Ridley, Animal Photography
No. 9: English Cocker Spaniel
This larger relative to the Cocker Spaniel was first recognized as its own breed in 1946 when the two breeds diverged greatly in appearance. The English Cocker Spaniel diverges further, with some that are “field bred” and some that are bred to show.
No. 10: Silky Terrier
The tiny Silky Terrier doesn’t acknowledge his small stature, so those hoping to bring home a lap dog will be sorely disappointed. He wants to play, dig, run and be a charming little watchdog.
No. 11: Basenji
The Basenji is often described as catlike, and although he’s highly curious and intelligent, he’s not the right dog for anyone who holds possessions dear and doesn’t have a rather hefty sense of humor. He’s mischievous and has a mind of his own, so if you want to stay a step ahead of him, you'll need to keep on your toes.
Tracy Morgan, Animal Photography
No. 12 (tie): Cairn Terrier
Small but active, the Cairn Terrier loves to play. He’s intelligent but independent (or, as many would say, stubborn), so you’ll have to be prepared to stick to your guns when training him. He’s not a good choice for families with other small, furry animals, as the Cairn was bred to root out otters and other vermin, and that instinct is still strong.
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No. 12 (tie): American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo Dog comes in three sizes but just one level of intelligence — super smart. He’s healthy and affectionate but barks, sheds and isn’t always a good choice for homes with young children.
No. 14 (tie): Lhasa Apso
Dignified and mischievous, the Lhasa Apso is an excellent watchdog due to his alert and suspicious nature. His signature long, flowing coat is certainly eye-catching, but it requires extensive grooming.
No. 14 (tie): Toy Fox Terrier
This American-bred toy dog was created to keep rats and other small vermin off farms. He’s playful, silly, fearless and makes a wonderful watchdog, but the Toy Fox Terrier is a terrier in the truest sense, so if bored and left to his own devices, he can become destructive.
No. 14 (tie): Norwegian Elkhound
Originating in Norway as a watchdog, flock guardian and big-game hunter, the Norwegian Elkhound has a thick, gray coat and a tail that curls tightly over his back. He’s bold and boisterous and needs plenty of exercise to challenge him physically and mentally. Otherwise he can become noisy and destructive.
No. 17 (tie): Italian Greyhound
Although the Italian Greyhound is essentially a Greyhound in miniature, he has no understanding of his small size and has been known to hurt himself by leaping off furniture. Another thing he doesn’t always understand? The need for housetraining.
No. 17 (tie): Scottish Terrier
He’s lively and intelligent, but the Scottish Terrier can also be quite serious and scrappy with other dogs. He’s affectionate to those he likes but may take awhile to warm up to strangers, and, as a terrier, he’ll hunt little critters that cross his path.
No. 17 (tie): English Setter
The English Setter is known for his distinctive feathered coat and gentle nature. He’s the smallest of the three Setter breeds, and if given enough exercise, he can be a mellow and friendly family pet.
No. 17 (tie): Wire Fox Terrier
Interestingly enough, although the Wire Fox Terrier earned a spot on this list of breeds on the decline, 2012 was the year a breed repeated as Best in Show at the National Dog Show, and it was the Wire Fox Terrier who took home the trophy. We wonder if we’ll see this spunky dog back on the list of hottest breeds and mixes next year.
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Random rant about various Robin Hood adaptations
Traxy Thornfield 27 September 2010 Rants
This is my slightly longer than anticipated comment on ‘Rise and Rise Again’ – 100 YEARS OF ROBIN HOOD: Part Two. Today the Google Alert summary on Richard Armitage actually yielded 100% articles about the actor, as opposed to the former US secretary of state … and a US murder victim. I’m surprised – and delighted. As the comment turned out to be surprisingly long, well, I can post it here too. Because I can. *cough*
Leaving 2006 aside for a mo, I LOVE the Disney film. I know it almost by heart in Swedish (which, imho, has better voice acting than the original – shock horror). Prince of Thieves is fun in a “yeah Kevin Costner is soooo from Nottingham … not” and the best part is Alan Rickman’s sheriff.
Men in Tights is brilliant (“I am a Robin Hood who DOES have an English accent!”), and features Matthew Porretta as Will Scarlett – the actor who went on to play Robin in that godawful New Adventures series. He left after 20-odd episodes, I believe, which meant that ALL the impetus to watching that show disappeared. The acting for the most part was sub-standard, the scenography and costumes ridiculous, the script atrocious. The ONLY thing that made it watchable was Robin being super-gorgeous, and when he was replaced, well, bye-bye.
Beyond Sherwood Forest was a joke! A painfully bad joke. The Ridley Scott movie I haven’t seen, but hoping to do so now that it’s coming out on DVD.
Robin and his Hoodies
And so, 2006. Thought series one was pretty bad, so didn’t follow series two, just caught the odd episode here or there. Followed series three from the start, because Toby Stephens was set to be in it as Prince John (to my delight, his character much resembled the Disney counterpart!) – and fell in love with Gisborne from episode one! Previously, I had already noted the baddies were a lot more interesting than the goodies, but this just confirmed it.
The Robin character was too obnoxious to really enjoy (and I really WANTED to like him – but the way he treated Much just made him look like a schoolground bully) and on a subsequent re-watch of the whole thing, the only character that there seems to be some sort of depth to is Gisborne. Credit to the actor for making the character come alive, rather than just work with what was on the sheet, which (judging by the rest of the show) wasn’t a lot. That being said, I’ve no qualms whatsoever with Jonas Armstrong, I think he did a really good job. I just didn’t like the character he was playing. And when you, as an audience, is made to root for the bad guy simply because the hero is an arrogant, arrow-toting numbscull (and, which s3 confirmed, had been since he was a child), it just doesn’t work.
Robin lost the love of his life, end of s2, but in s3, he was busy hitting on Kate and the only one that seemed to grieve for Marian, and even REMEMBER her past episode one, was Gisborne. Who killed her! HOW does that work?! It doesn’t and I’m actually glad the show got cancelled. A Robin Hood without Robin Hood (and the Sheriff – Keith Allen was magnificent, bless) just isn’t Robin Hood. S3 was actually a lot stronger than the previous two, so while killing off Marian didn’t make ANY sense from a legend point of view, it made a lot of sense from a dramatic one, as it made the show a lot more interesting. “They killed off Marian – what else are they going to do?” So I have to admit I’ve got a love/hate thing going on with this show. Hate it because it could’ve been a lot better and they could’ve made Robin likable, like he normally is, in any other version ever. Love it because Sheriff Vasey was hilarious and Gisborne was really intriguing as a character.
“Gisborne, did she just manage to write a rather long post and not once bring up how much she fancies the breeches off you?”
“First time for everything, sir, even for her.”
“No mention of Nottingham either. We shall have to have A Word.”
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8 Responses to "Random rant about various Robin Hood adaptations"
So hate the fact that the numbskull writers ruined my and my friends’ hopes for a Happy Ever After for Robin and Marian. And I don’t understand why you disliked the character of Robin so much; I loved him to bits; he did the best he could under the circumstances. And even though he wasn’t perfect, as least he wasn’t a serial murderer like Gisbourne. I think we should totally disregard all of S3, as it totally made no sense in light of all that came before.
JaneGS says:
I love the Disney version of Robin Hood–rediscovered it when my kids were little, and now that they’re teenagers, we still watch it sometimes. What a great collection of actors 🙂
I stopped watching the 2006 series after they killed Marion, which I consider one of the dumbest plot twists ever in the history of TV. Before that though, I thought the series was a lot of fun.
The Kevin Costner movie was dull, and Mel Gibson might be the only actor I like less than Russell Crowe, so I won’t bother with the latest movie.
I agree (in part ;)) with what you’re saying. Robin and Marian should’ve had a Happy Ever After. That would have been true to the legend and is how it should’ve been done! (I don’t see why Guy had to get involved with her to begin with, but there you go!) I think it was something like Lucy Griffiths decided she had a big career looming so she wanted out? Not 100%, might just be hearsay.
S3 was all over the place, but the slightly darker tone really worked.
The sad thing, for a show that’s meant to be about Robin Hood ended up basically being The Guy of Gisborne Show, which I think is down to the writers messing up from the get go. Not that I’m complaining on that part, being “Team Gisborne” and a fairly obsessed Richard Armitage fan. 😉 But still, I enjoy the story of Robin Hood, and I got quite excited when I was going to visit Nottingham some years ago because of it. (Happy now, Vasey? ^^)
Why make Robin into a self-obsessed bully chatting up random girls at any given point? The way he treated and verbally trampled on Much was awful and really turned me away from him. (I like Much, he’s a sweetheart.) Robin’s supposed to be the GOOD guy, so why’s he acting like such an arsehole?
Guy is a baddie, there’s the difference. If he kills people and leaves babies to die in the woods, that is in keeping with the baddie character. In reality, of course such behaviour can not be excused, but we can accept that yes, a baddie does such things. A baddie can bully his faithful followers (Sheriff does that with Guy … a lot!) and get away with it. A baddie can casually choose to forget the love of their life as soon as a new pretty face to flirt with comes along – that’s fine! That’s the sort of thing baddies do. SO WHY DID THEY HAVE THE ALLEGED HERO DO THOSE THINGS?!
THAT’S what I have a problem with. I WANTED to like Robin Hood and I wanted to root for the character of Robin Hood … or at least LIKE him. Instead, I just thought he was a great big tosser and Marian … didn’t really care for her either, but those two should’ve been living her Happily Ever Afters together. Not doing the whole silly love triangle thing with Guy. (Guy + Meg, on the other hand, yes!)
No, I thought BBC’s Robin Hood was fundamentally flawed in many ways. Still, it brought Richard Armitage to my attention and Guy is a very intriguing character. (Out of chainmail especially, mreow!) And it’s still miles better than BBC’s Merlin …
@JaneGS: You know, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Russell Crowe film. :O *checks IMDb* Hm, I might’ve watched “LA Confidential” actually, but I don’t think I saw all of it. So I don’t really know. 🙂 Heard that the RH movie is supposed to be pretty good though.
The Costner movie had a very beautiful wedding scene – wouldn’t have minded that for myself, but we ended up getting hitched in a registry office instead. (Bah, in England you can’t get married outdoors! Ridiculous!)
Killing Marian off … just a very weird decision. Still, made s3 more interesting. And, later, more confusing.
Disney’s is just fab. 😀 And sometimes, in real life, the song “Not in Nottingham” is very apt …
S3 was almost a standalone – the Guy of Gisborne season! Poor Jonas, the writers simply gave up the struggle to make Robin the hero, after, yes, crushing him with all the immature, bully-boy characteristics.
I’m way in the minority here (even Mr. Armitage would shoot me on sight), but I thought Guy murdering Marian in a manic-depressive fit, actually worked dramatically. (Ready, aim -)
Ironic, in a way, to discuss what was essentially a kiddy-show, (with some adult content to keep the parents watching en famille – a very tricky concept), from the adult POV.
Favourites of the Hood gang: Joe Armstrong and Harry Lloyd, actors to keep an eye on.
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Mommbsta says:
hi Traxy, as it was only recently (2012) that i watched the addictive N&S and caught the phenomenol RA virus, my symptoms were the usual – trying to see everything that was RA connected. the only reason i watched the BBC’s RH (which i usually avoided) was because i could see RA …i tried to follow the story but it was like building a fire with wet sticks – smokey. i think that the characters were fine but the story teller (who got soo lost) did not use them to their full potential. i don’t mind if it was a G of G show – an adaptation showing his side of the story but that wasn’t it neither.
anyhow, now i’m in the naturopathic stage of my sweet illness…enjoying RA connected blogs.
Agree with all of it! 🙂
Yeah, absolutely. Oh well, there is that episode with the chesticles … which is nice. 😉
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Richard Jarratt, farm labourer, son of John Jarrett and Susannah Jarrett [Saunders]
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ch: 1st Jul 1764 St. Mary's Church, son of John Jarrett & Susannah Jarrett b: 1766 Lenham, Kent
ch: 3rd Aug 1766 St. Mary's Church, son of John Jarrett & Susannah Jarrett
d: November 1842 Union House, Uckfield, Sussex, aged 76 years
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ch: 1st Jan 1770 St. John the Baptist, daughter of John Jarrett & Susanna Jarrett b: 1774 Doddington, Kent
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d: January 1841 Mayfield, Sussex, aged 72 years; recorded as Hester Jarrett wife of Richard
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Elizabeth Esther Mary Philadelphia James John Phoebe Timothy William
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ch: 5th Mar 1790 St. George's Church, daughter of Richard Jarratt & Esther Jarrett b: 1792 Mayfield, Sussex
ch: 29th Apr 1792 St. Dunstan Church, daughter of Richard Jarratt & Esther Jarrett b: 1794 Heathfield, Sussex
ch: 7th Dec 1794 All Saints Church b: 1797 Heathfield, Sussex
ch: 23rd Apr 1797 All Saints Church b: 1799 Heathfield, Sussex
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bur: 16th Jun 1860 St. Dunstan Church, Mayfield, Sussex b: 1802 Heathfield, Sussex
ch: 14th Mar 1802 All Saints Church b: 30th Aug 1805 Mayfield, Sussex
ch: 9th Feb 1823 St. Dunstan Church, daughter of Richard Jarratt (labourer) & Esther Jarrett b: 18th Dec 1813 Mayfield, Sussex
ch: 25th Dec 1836 St. Dunstan Church, son of Richard Jarrett (labourer) & Esther Jarrett
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SPECIAL REPORT: EXPOSING U.S. AGENTS OF LOW-INTENSITY WARFARE IN AFRICA
The “Policy Wonks” Behind Covert Warfare & Humanitarian Fascism
by Keith Harmon Snow
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This special report includes three unpublished video clips of interviewees from the Politics of Genocide documentary film project: Ugandan dignitary Remigius Kintu, former Rwandan prime minister Fautisn Twagiramungu, and Nobel peace prize nominee Juan Carrero Saralegui.
From the 1980s to today, an elite group of Western intelligence operatives have backed low-intensity guerrilla warfare in certain African ‘hotspots’. Mass atrocities in the Great Lakes and Sudan can be linked to Roger Winter, a pivotal U.S. operative whose ‘team’ was recently applauded for birthing the world’s newest nation, South Sudan. Behind the fairytale we find a long trail of blood and skeletons from Uganda to Sudan, Rwanda and Congo. While the mass media has covered their tracks, their misplaced moralism has simultaneously helped birth a new left-liberal ‘humanitarian’ fascism. In this falsification of consciousness, Western human rights crusaders and organizations, funded by governments, multinational corporations and private donors, cheer the killers and blame the victims—and pat themselves on the back for saving Africa from itself. Meanwhile, the “Arab Spring” has spread to (north) Sudan. Following the NATO-Israeli model of regime change being used in Central & North Africa, it won’t be long before the fall of Khartoum.
SPLA Tank in South Sudan: An old SPLA army tank sits in the bush in Pochalla, Jonglei State, south Sudan in 2004. Israel, the United States, Britain and Norway have been the main suppliers of the covert low-intensity war in Sudan, organized by gunrunners and policy ‘wonks’. Photo c. keith harmon snow, 2004.
It is, oh! such a happy fairy tale! It begins as all happy fairy tales do, in fantasy land. The fantasy is one of human rights princes and policy ‘wonks’ in shining armor and the new kingdom of peace and tranquility, democracy and human rights, that they have created. That is what the United States foreign policy establishment and the corporate mass media—and not a few so-called ‘human rights activists’—would have us believe about the genesis of the world’s newest nation, South Sudan.
“In the mid-1980s, a small band of policy wonks began convening for lunch in the back corner of a dimly lit Italian bistro in the U.S. capital,” wrote Rebecca Hamilton in the recent fairytale: “The Wonks Who Sold Washington on South Sudan.” Hamilton is a budding think-tank activist-advocate-agent whose whitewash of the low intensity war for Sudan (and some Western architects of it), distilled from her book Fighting for Darfur, was splashed all over the Western press on 11 July 2012. [1]
The photos accompanying Hamilton’s story show a happy fraternity of ‘wonks’—what exactly is a ‘wonk’?—obviously being your usual down-jacket, beer- and coffee-slurping American citizens from white America, with a token black man thrown in to change the complexion of this Africa story. Their cups are white and clean, their cars are shiny and new, their convivial smiles are almost convincing. There is even a flag of the new country just sort of floating across Eric Reeves’ hip.
Because of Dr. Reeves’ ‘anti-genocide’ work in Sudan, Boston College professor Alan Wolfe has written that the Smith College English professor is “arrogant to the point of contempt.” (I have had a similar though much more personal experience of Dr. Reeves’ petulance.)
“John Prendergast (L-R), Eric Reeves, Brian D’Silva, Ted Dagne and Roger Miller [sic]—pose for a photograph in this undated image provided to Reuters by John Prendergast,” reads the original Reuters syndicated news caption for the posed image of the Council of Wonks. (U.S. intelligence & defense operative Roger Winter is misidentified as “Roger Miller”.)
The story and its photos project the image of casual, ordinary people who, we are led to believe, did heroic and superhuman things. What a bunch of happy-go-lucky wonks! Excuse me: policy wonks! And their bellies are presumably warmed by that fresh Starbucks ‘fair trade’ genocide coffee shipped straight from the killing fields of post-genocide [sic] Rwanda… where, coincidentally, Starbucks reportedly cut a profit of more than a few million dollars in 2011.
This is a tale of dark knights, of covert operators and spies aligned with the cult of intelligence in the United States. Operating in secrecy and denial within the U.S. intelligence and defense establishment, they have helped engineer more than two decades of low intensity warfare in Sudan (alone), replete with massive suffering and a death toll of between 1.5 and 3 million Sudanese casualties—using their own fluctuating statistics on mortality—and millions upon millions of casualties in the Great Lakes of Africa.
Behind the fantasy is a very real tale of war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocides real and alleged, and mass atrocities covered up by these National Security agents with the aid of a not-so-ordinary English professor—their one-man Ministry of Disinformation—Dr. Eric Reeves. →
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TAMPA — An unusual impasse between two area judges came to a close after a hearing Tuesday in federal court. U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday clarified an order he issued last week, saying he never meant for it to stop Pinellas Senior Circuit Judge Robert E. Beach from withdrawing from a case involving the Church of Scientology. Merryday said he issued the order only to prevent Beach from fining and suspending attorney Ken Dandar, who Beach determined had defied him. ...
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Federal judge suspends state judgment against lawyer in dispute with Scientology — St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
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TAMPA — Scientology's most vocal local critic, Ken Dandar, faced disaster. A circuit judge had found him in contempt of court this week and assessed a judgment of $130,000 — to be paid to the Church of Scientology. Dandar might lose his car. He might even lose his law license. All of that, he told a federal judge Friday, because Dandar isn't bowing out of a federal case against the church. But the judge may have given Dandar a reprieve. And ...
Tag(s): Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization (CSFSO) • Craig Pittman • David Miscavige • Judge Robert E. Beach • Judge Steven D. Merryday • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Lisa McPherson • Robert Potter • Settlement • St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
Lawyer in Scientology case is stuck between state and federal judges — St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
Author(s): Craig Pittman, Curtis Krueger
LARGO — One of the Church of Scientology's most vocal critics, Tampa lawyer Ken Dandar, is in a pickle. Six years ago, he settled a wrongful death case against the church on behalf of the family of Lisa McPherson, who died in 1995 after 17 days in the care of church members in Clearwater. Part of the settlement agreement, approved by a judge in state court, required Dandar to never again represent anyone suing Scientology. But last year, Dandar took on ...
Tag(s): Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization (CSFSO) • Craig Pittman • Curtis Krueger • David Miscavige • Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • F. Wallace "Wally" Pope Jr. • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Joan Wood • Judge Robert E. Beach • Judge Steven D. Merryday • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Lisa McPherson • Luke Charles Lirot • Settlement • St. Petersburg Times (Florida) • Suicide • Victoria L. Britton
Dispute flares again between lawyer and Scientology — Tampa Bay Online
Author(s): Elaine Silvestrini
Source: Tampa Bay Online
TAMPA - A lawyer suing the Church of Scientology has filed a motion asking to withdraw from the wrongful death case – but he doesn't really mean it. Kennan Dandar says the state judge who ordered him to withdraw doesn't have jurisdiction in federal court. He also says he doesn't want to abandon his client, who blames the church for her son's death. The highly unusual motion is rooted in the longstanding animus between the church and Dandar. The order to ...
Tag(s): Death • Elaine Silvestrini • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Lisa McPherson • Suicide • Tampa Bay Online • Thomas Brennan • Victoria L. Britton
Lawyer again takes on Church of Scientology — St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
Author(s): Mike Brassfield
CLEARWATER — Taking on the Church of Scientology in court is like picking a fight with the Russian army. When attacked, the church defends itself aggressively, wearing down opponents with a barrage of litigation while peering into their personal lives. Ken Dandar knows this better than anyone. In the 7-year-long Lisa McPherson case, the Tampa lawyer and the church waged one of the most grueling, fiercely contested legal battles in Tampa Bay history. The wrongful death lawsuit became intensely acrimonious, with ...
Tag(s): Anti-psychiatry • Death • Denis deVlaming • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Lisa McPherson • Mike Brassfield • Robert S. "Bob" Minton • St. Petersburg Times (Florida) • Suicide • Tommy Davis
Police report found no Scientology role in suicide — St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
Author(s): Jonathan Abel
CLEARWATER — Police investigated the role Scientology played in the suicide of a troubled young man two years ago, but did not conclude church members forced him off his antidepressant medication or contributed to his death. Last week, the mother of Kyle Brennan filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Scientology's Clearwater-based Flag Service Organization and three Scientologists, claiming they took away Brennan's medication. The suit names the boy's father, Thomas Brennan, as a defendant; along with Denise Gentile, who is the ...
Tag(s): Anti-psychiatry • Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization (CSFSO) • Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Jonathan Abel • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Mental illness • St. Petersburg Times (Florida) • Suicide • Thomas Brennan • Tommy Davis • Weapons
Mom sues Church of Scientology in son's death — St. Petersburg Times (Florida)
CLEARWATER — A mother has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Church of Scientology, its Flag Service Organization and three parishioners, claiming they brought about her son's death by denying him access to his antidepression medication. Among the three parishioners named as defendants: Denise Gentile, the twin sister of the church's current worldwide leader, David Miscavige, as well as her husband, Gerald Gentile. The lawsuit stems from the death of Kyle T. Brennan, 20, who shot himself in the head ...
Tag(s): Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization (CSFSO) • Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Jonathan Abel • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Mental illness • Narconon (aka Scientology drug rehab) • St. Petersburg Times (Florida) • Suicide • Thomas Brennan • Tommy Davis • Victoria L. Britton
Mother sues Scientologists over son's 2007 death — Tampa Tribune (Florida)
TAMPA - A mother is blaming Scientologists for her disabled son's death, which police ruled a suicide. Victoria L. Britton has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Scientologists, including her son's father, of taking his antidepressant prescription from him and giving him access to a loaded gun. A police investigation, however, concluded that Kyle Brennan, exhibiting symptoms of schizophrenia, willingly stopped taking medication before he visited his father and that there was "no evidence they were purposely kept from" him. Brennan, 20, ...
Tag(s): Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Elaine Silvestrini • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Mental illness • Narconon (aka Scientology drug rehab) • Tampa Tribune (Florida) • Thomas Brennan • Tommy Davis • Victoria L. Britton • Weapons
Wrongful death suit filed against Scientology by the Estate of Kyle Brennan — realitybasedcommunity.net
Author(s): Scott Pilutik
Source: realitybasedcommunity.net
Tag(s): Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Mental illness • Narconon (aka Scientology drug rehab) • realitybasedcommunity.net • Scott Pilutik • Suicide • Thomas Brennan
Estate of Kyle Thomas Brennan v. Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, Inc., Denise Miscavige Gentile, Gerald Gentile, and Thomas Brennan: Complaint for wrongful death
Type: Legal
Tag(s): Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization (CSFSO) • Death • Denise Miscavige Gentile (formerly Covington, Licciardi) • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Kennan G. "Ken" Dandar • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Lawsuit • Medical claims • Mental illness • Narconon (aka Scientology drug rehab) • Suicide • Thomas Brennan • Victoria L. Britton
Re: Kyle Brennan Investigation
More: forums.whyweprotest.net
Type: Account
Re: Kyle Brennan Investigation Content of conversations: Victoria Britton and Detective Steve Bohling of the Clearwater Police Department. August 27, 2007 After Kyle passed away, family members were upset and puzzled as to why we had never received a phone call from the Clearwater Police Department. We thought for certain they would have some questions to ask us regarding Kyle. It was also questioned why Kyle’s physician “Dr. Steven McNamara” was not contacted by the Clearwater Police Department or the medical ...
Tag(s): Andreas Heldal-Lund • David S. Touretzky • Death • Gerald "Jerry" Gentile • Kyle Thomas Brennan • Luke Charles Lirot • Police • Rick Britton • Steve Bohling • Suicide • Thomas Brennan • Victoria L. Britton • xenu.net (aka Operation Clambake)
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NET-A-PORTER expands NET SUSTAIN platform with additional fashion brands and includes beauty for the first time
NET-A-PORTER continues to highlight and celebrate the brands driven by a desire to make fashion and beauty more sustainable. From January 2020, for the first time, 27 beauty brands will be added to the NET SUSTAIN platform, an important development in NET-A-PORTER’s sustainability journey that further allows customers to make informed choices. These new NET SUSTAIN beauty brand will be complemented by 45 additional fashion brands, taking the total up to 100.
To mark this next phase, 17 exclusive capsule collections will launch inspired by the notion of sustainable fashion heroes, those cherished ‘wear forever’ pieces that form the basis of a sharp wardrobe. Each product fits within one or more of the defined NET SUSTAIN attributes which meet the business’ criteria for sustainability and take into account human, animal and environmental welfare and aligning with internationally recognized best practices in the fashion and beauty industries. Headlined by established brands Theory, Gabriela Hearst and By Malene Birger alongside emerging brands Bite Studios, Aaizel and Envelope 1976 who have created a wardrobe of looks that can be worn multiple ways, classic core pieces, and investment items to wear now and forever, making your wardrobe work harder for you.
NET-A-PORTER formalizes its approach to sustainable beauty, based upon the existing framework and pillars established by NET SUSTAIN: Considered Materials & Ingredients, Considered Processes, Reducing Waste, Locally Made, Craft & Community along with the new pillars of Vegan and Animal Welfare. Each individual product has been vetted and fits within one or more of these pillars. Internationally renowned brands Tata Harper, Aesop, Dr Barbara Strum and Vintner’s Daughter join niche and up and coming beauty brands Cosmydor, One Ocean Beauty, Sana Jardin and Seed to Skin to inaugurate the NET SUSTAIN Beauty offering.
Products and brands in NET SUSTAIN will be featured in the dedicated area on site and will be badged according to each pillar so that items can be easily identified, further helping our customers to make informed decisions to align with their values.
Since the launch of NET SUSTAIN in June 2019, we have been committed to expanding in this area and enabling our customer to make informed choices. We are especially excited to launch beauty into the platform for the first time, following extensive onboarding and vetting processes. Terminology with sustainable beauty can mean different things to different people – NET SUSTAIN celebrates the brands that place sustainability at the heart of their business mission, and our attribute taxonomy recognizes that every brand will take a slightly different approach depending on the nature of their supply chain and their end product.
For the new year, we also want to approach our wardrobes with a sense of considered style and so have asked 17 brands to produce the ultimate sustainable key pieces for our customers to love for many seasons to come. It’s all about making your wardrobe work harder for you, mixing one or two investment pieces into your existing collection.
Elizabeth von der Goltz, Global Buying Director, NET-A-PORTER
The next phase of NET SUSTAIN will launch on January 13th, 2020 supported by campaign imagery shot in London and approached with a consideration for environmental impact. Inspired by the work of artist Lewis Miller, NET-A-PORTER worked with McQueens flowers to construct a backdrop from recycled florals and materials, reducing waste and creating a second life with spectacular floral art pieces. NET-A-PORTER is embedding a mission and code into all fashion shoots generally, committing to a reduction of travel, the use of natural light wherever possible, eliminating plastic and single use plastics and requests that all third-party production companies use reusable cutlery and crockery on shoots.
NET SUSTAIN Product Attributes:
CONSIDERED MATERIALS & INGREDIENTS
More and more of us are questioning the provenance of the materials and ingredients in the things we buy. A considered approach means sourcing materials and ingredients cultivated in a way that takes into account the welfare of people, animals and the environment. The standards and certifications considered under this attribute include the Global Organic Textiles Standard, Organic Content Standard, Cotton Made in Africa, Better Cotton Initiative, the COSMOS-standard, Ecocert and the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil.
CONSIDERED PROCESSES
Considered Processes minimize environmental impacts and ensure the health of worker and wearer. Some of the standards and certifications considered under this attribute include Bluesign, Oekotex, Nordic Swan, EU Ecolabel, Leather Working Group, and more.
This attribute celebrates products made using regenerated or reused materials and the brands designing with circularity in mind. Some of the standards and certifications considered under this attribute include the Global Recycle Standard, Recycled Claim Standard, Cradle to Cradle, and a number of others.
Locally Made highlights the brands whose purpose and products are intimately connected to its provenance and people. We only include brands that manufacture at least 50% of their product in their own community or country.
CRAFT AND COMMUNITY
Craft & Community lie at the heart of luxury, so we celebrate products that showcase unique artisan skills and brands that adhere to fair trade principles and invest in communities. Some of the standards and certifications considered under this attribute include Fairtrade, Fair for Life, The World Fair Trade Organisation, and Fair Trade Certified.
From cashmere and goose down to Oleic Acid and Shellac some of the world’s most covetable materials and ingredients are derived from animals. The Animal Welfare attribute highlights products made by brands that invest in their supply chains to prohibit animal testing, promote the highest animal welfare standards and meet internationally recognized certifications ensuring good animal husbandry and adherence to the five animal freedoms. Some of the standards and certifications considered under this attribute include the Responsible Wool Standard, Responsible Down Standard and the Leaping Bunny.
With growing awareness of animal welfare issues and the impact of agriculture on the environment, this attribute highlights brands who do not sell any products where the manufacture, materials or ingredients have involved the use of any animal product, by-product or derivative. The standards and certifications considered under this attribute include the Vegan Society certification.
More about Sustainability at the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP
The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is committed to leading sustainability developments in the industry and collaborating with customers, brands and suppliers to improve practices. This will feed into the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP strategy that will be released early 2020.
To reduce carbon emissions and dependency on fossil fuels, the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP has renewed a commitment to sourcing 100% renewable power by 2020, formalized by signing up to the RE100 international campaign. The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is on-track to meet this goal.
In 2016 YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP published its sustainability report. In 2017 YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP published its non-financial declaration and for 2018 the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP released its updated sustainability report in June 2019. The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP Sustainability Strategy will be released early 2020. All these documents are in accordance with GRI standards. The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP Sustainability Strategy will be released early 2020.
All packaging throughout the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is made from FSC certified cardboard. Signature ribbons and bags for the Luxury business are in the process of being changed to recyclable materials. All other ribbons, bags, and tissue paper are already recyclable. Beauty protection bags are recyclable and are in the process of being phased out for the new fully compostable bag made from bio-based corn/sugar cane materials. Garment protection bags and shoe dust bags are recyclable and/or biodegradable. Plans are in place to address further small use plastics across the operation, including hangers, jewelry boxes and labels.
The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP supports and promotes equality for women. Women are well represented at all levels in our business: 63% of our employees, 53% of senior and middle managers and 50% of the executive team are female and are well represented in technical roles.
The YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is committed in investing in education for young people and continues to invest in digital education, developing the skills necessary for a thriving digital economy, creating a large and diverse talent pool from which the industry and wider communities will prosper.
YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is a member of the European Commission’s Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition, set up to provide training for digital jobs to 1 million young people by 2020.
In 2016, the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP joined the international Fur Free Retailer Program, supported by the Fur Free Alliance (FFA). All our multi-brand online stores are Fur Free.
NET-A-PORTER has been a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council since 2014.
NET-A-PORTER is embedding a mission and code into all fashion shoots generally, committing to a reduction of travel, the use of natural light wherever possible, eliminating plastic and single use plastics and requests that all third-party production companies use reusable cutlery and crockery on shoots.
NET-A-PORTER has launched a number of internal initiatives for staff including monthly clothing clinics with The Clothes Doctor to repair and alter items to extend the life cycle of existing wardrobe, along with clothing drives with GOOD+ and Dress For Success Greater London
In 2019, NET-A-PORTER donated a total of over 2,400 items of past season stock to Dress For Success Greater London, GOOD+ and Thread Together.
For further information please visit http://www.ynap.com/pages/sustainability/
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The murder of an Asian man
A lot of people have noted the execution of an Asian man in London as recounted by witness Mark Whitby to the BBC (my emphasis in bold):
"'I saw an Asian guy. He ran on to the train, he was hotly pursued by three plain clothes officers, one of them was wielding a black handgun.
'He half tripped... they pushed him to the floor and basically unloaded five shots into him," he told BBC News 24.
'As [the suspect] got onto the train I looked at his face, he looked sort of left and right, but he basically looked like a cornered rabbit, a cornered fox.
'He looked absolutely petrified and then he sort of tripped, but they were hotly pursuing him, [they] couldn't have been any more than two or three feet behind him at this time and he half tripped and was half pushed to the floor and the policeman nearest to me had the black automatic pistol in his left hand.
'He held it down to the guy and unloaded five shots into him."
Pursued by a group of men without uniforms, at least one of who has a gun, who wouldn't run? The authorities will claim they had to shoot him as they were afraid he was going to set off a bomb, but since they had him under surveillance, why did they let someone they suspected of carrying a bomb onto a crowded subway train? Did they want him to set off a bomb? It is also highly unlikely that the police would put themselves in that much risk by getting close to him if they really thought he had a bomb he could trigger (watch for them to be lauded as 'heroes').
It is important in creating this kind of strategy of tension to have all the gory details immediately shown to the target community. This will create the anger which will either lead to retaliation or to a plausible claim that retaliation has occurred once the next attack takes place. Thus the violence is rapidly ratcheted up. People like Rudy and Bibi will be around to offer expertise on how to deal with the problem, expertise which can be sold for a lot of money, and which will only make the problem worse.
It appears that the Israeli technical advice involved in Operation Kratos is already in full force, and it is even possible that this whole incident, with so many duds, was just a training exercise for the British police. Asking Israel for advice on how to deal with this problem is particularly funny. I understand why Israel does what it does: it wants to create terrorism so it can use its state terrorism in 'self defense' to eventually drive the Palestinians off the Occupied Territories. But why would the British want to go down this sorry road? With each incident the problem is made worse, and it will take years and years to undo the damage. The domestic security measures taken to attempt to deal with the insecurity, up to an including murdering people who wear coats too heavy for the weather, make life worse for everybody (and the British problems just helped the Americans make the Patriot Act a permanent affront to American civil liberties). Wouldn't it be easier to get rid of Tony, pull out of Iraq, take some steps to alleviate the plight of the Palestinians, and start the process of mending bridges with the Muslim community? Is fighting the 'war on terror' so much fun that it is worth living in fear for the rest of your life?
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"Fed Refuses To Comment On Yellen's Health" "How Long Will Janet Yellen Last as Fed Chair? Fed Declines to Comment on Her Health, I Will" The American television networks all need to have a neurologist on staff to analyze if and when American public officials are having a stroke. With the obvious and speedy American decline, we shouldn't be surprised that both Yellen and Clinton are suffering from obvious problems, and the emperor has new clothes (i.e., we mustn't talk about it, as it would breach their 'privacy', which is much more important than having brain-damaged leaders). The United States is a country having a stroke.
"The Greatest Threat to Campus Free Speech is Coming From Dianne Feinstein and her Military-Contractor Husband" (Greenwald). It is difficult not to notice - but we somehow manage! - that our 'Jewish Problem' is much, much greater than their hobby of killing people and stealing land in the Middle East.
"Soros / CIA Plan To Destabilize Europe – Wayne Madsen" It is also difficult not to notice that the peculiar Jewish obsession with wrecking Europe - a place that 'paid' for the Holocaust by becoming the most prosperous place on earth - is connected with revenge. See also Nudelman's ruination of Ukraine.
America is getting well polled these days: "Poll: One-Third of Americans Would Refuse to Hide a Jew During the Holocaust – Hollywood Reporter" Would you hide a Kagan or a Kristol?
"A new encyclopedia of Jew-hatred – Zvi Mazel /The Times of Israel"
Note that the new honesty reflects a perception of a diminution in Jewish power. A tiny area has opened up for Jew-skepticism, based on the idea that you just might have a small chance of getting away with truth without immediate and terminal retribution.
"Response to US Campaign’s accusations against If Americans Knew – Alison Weir" The lite attack on Weir is good, as it provides publicity to Weir, hidden from Americans by the Jew-controlled media, and provides the ultimate proof of the vile trickery of lite Zionism.
"With Iran deal, & Russia in Syria, is Israel being Boxed In?"
"Russia Checks Western Lies on Syria" The entire Zio-American edifice of power is based on obvious lies, and none more obvious than Barry's incoherent/self-contradictory relationship with ISIS, caused by his trying to do a Yinon on Syria, and the whole thing immediately collapses with just the slightest push from moral and decent people.
"Three universities and NDP candidate still missed ‘Auschwitz’: Mallick" Mallick is usually smarter than this. Young people, hip to the realities of the massive and violent abuse of power by World Jewry, but having to sit through days of mawkish drivel about Jewish suffering, fight back by pretending never to have heard of the Holocaust. Holocaust memory dysfunction is a meme.
"The case for deconstructing Syria" Dead-ender neocons working for Saban and promoted by Bezos still on the horse after Putin slammed the barn door. See also: "This is what this non-expert of the Middle East wants to do with Syria"
"It’s Time to Rethink Syria" ("Philip Gordon is a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. From 2013-15 he was White House Coordinator for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf Region.")
"Is America now destined to become the World’s Pariah along with its master, Israel?":
"Ponder the important events that have or will be occurring in the month of September 2015. The Pope makes a visit to America to meet with President Obama, to speak to the US Congress and to speak to the United Nations after visiting Cuba and meeting with Fidel Castro. And the Pope has suggested that America stop being the World’s biggest arms exporter as part of his message promoting World Peace. President Putin is coming to New York to participate in the UN General Assembly session September 24 and to meet privately with President Obama. It certainly seems that a major shift in World power in now taking place with America’s and Israel’s power being transferred to the United Nations, Russia and China.
It is believed that President Putin will be attempting to assemble a coalition to defeat ISIL/ISIS/Daish/El Nusra/Al Qaeda which is actually a plan to defeat the private CIA and Israeli mercenaries that have been sheep-dipped as Islamic radical terrorists. Instead most of these individuals are deeply mind-kontrolled fanatics run by Zionist team leaders. For Putin to propose this is truly a major turning point and suggests that he is close to breaking the back of the Rothschild Khazarian Mafia (RKM) and its associate the Bush Crime Cabal aka the Directorate of the CIA.
Stay tuned because it is likely things are going to get very interesting fast as the the rest of the World continues to turn against America and Israel, and the US Petro Dollar ceases to be the World’s Reserve Currency."
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The Internet is over 40 years old; the World Wide Web, over 20. Google has made the Internet navigable. Apple has made it portable. Facebook has made it social. So, it’s all happened, then? Maybe that’s why we keep encountering more of the same.
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There is a secondhand bookstore not far from where I live called Recycled Books. The purple-hued two-story building sits on the northeast corner of the town square in Denton, Texas-- only a stumble away from the local bars, an antique mall with a truly impressive collection of faux-medieval edged weapons, and a pizza place that is kind enough to let my band play in their basement and pay us in cases of Schlitz.
Honey, I Shrunk The #Words
“Flash fiction,” as an example of miniature literature, is not new, and antedates social media. But, the advent of Facebook and Twitter, and its clones, may have, fanned the trend toward pithiness. They have fostered a written culture where brevity trumps it all.
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Our story began on April 7, 2005 when we had a beautiful little 7lbs., 2 oz. little girl.
Kirsten was our first baby and we were so excited to be parents. Everything seemed great, but we immediately noticed that Kirsten had a difficult time nursing. The nurse thought that she heard a murmur but the pediatric physician didn’t hear it so no tests were ran. After coming home from the hospital she continued to have nursing problems. At one week old our pediatrician did hear what he thought was a heart murmur. He told us that it was normal and would likely grow up within a week.
One week later he saw us again and said that it sounded like a VSD. He referred us to a pediatric cardiologist. The cardiologist discovered that Kirsten had an ASD, VSD, and a PDA. She had open heart surgery at the age of 1 to repair the heart disease. We were so relieved to know that she was healed and we thought our nightmare was over.
Little did we know that this was just the beginning.
After the surgery Kirsten started getting sick all the time. She was constantly getting upper respiratory infections and colds. Then came the asthma and frequent croup episodes. We also discovered that she has environmental allergies and had to begin breathing treatments and allergy medications. Then at the age of 3 Kirsten started talking only no one could understand her because she had a very hyper nasal speech and her pronunciation was very much delayed. She went through extensive speech therapy in pre-school at the age of 3 and 4. She was also delayed in pretty much everything from walking, talking, to even getting her first tooth at 17 months old.
She’s always been a lot smaller than other children too. She was shyer than a lot of other children her age and was scared to try new things, but at the same time she tried hard to please everyone around her. Although she had many struggles she was a pretty happy kid. She adores music and art. She has a piano, guitar, and even a drum set. She runs around the house pretending to be Taylor Swift and can spend hours coloring. She loves going to music shows and plays. She becomes engrossed with anything musical or in the arts field. She also loves gymnastics and jumping on the trampoline. We’re thankful that she has good outlets.
At the age of 5 she tested out of speech but she still had the hyper nasal speech and high pitched voice. We thought kindergarten was going to be a great and healthy year, but we then discovered that she had scoliosis which will require fusion surgery around the age of 10. She’s been in a back brace since May of 2011 and wears it 20-plus hours a day. Her curve is currently 31 degrees and is expected to progress drastically when she reaches adolescents. She continued to get strep and other respiratory infections all through kindergarten.
Once Kirsten reached first grade she was still getting sick all the time. In fact within the first two weeks of school Kirsten got strep throat again. In October of 2011 she had her tonsils removed. Following the surgery her speech regressed back to what it was at the age of 3 as if she’d never had speech therapy. We took her back to the ENT and he immediately sent us to Pittsburgh Children’s hospital for a second opinion. That ENT examined her, listened to her medical history, and really looked at her features. Then he said that he thought that she has Velo-Cardio Facial Syndrome also known as 22q Micro Deletion Syndrome. She was tested and it came back positive.
Our lives had changed in an instant.
On one hand it was a relief to have an answer to her health issue, but then we quickly realized that just because you have a diagnosis doesn’t mean that you no longer feel alone. We realized that no one around us including our own doctors, specialists, school district, and the people in our community knew very little if anything about 22q Micro Deletion Syndrome. I became infuriated. How could our child have so many symptoms and how could we have gone 6 ½ years with no one picking up on this? How is it that a child can have so many specialists and yet not one person even thought to test her for this? I was not only devastated, but incredibly saddened. See we had expressed to all of Kirsten’s doctors from the beginning that we strongly felt that something wasn’t right and that all of this had to be related, yet no one picked it up or listened to us.
We were told in a very professional and polite way that we were worrying too much and that some kids just “get sick.” We were told that her symptoms couldn’t be related and that her heart disease is really common so there wasn’t any reason to test her for anything else. While it was true that some kids get sick and a VSD is common, it’s not normal for a child to have multiple symptoms and in most cases in which a child has a heart disease, VPD, developmental delays, scoliosis, frequent illnesses, etc. it is usually due to some type of other medical condition or syndrome. It’s also interesting to know that while most people haven’t heard of this syndrome it actually affects 1:4000 kids and is the second most common syndrome after Down’s Syndrome — 1 in 68 children born with a heart disease have 22q Miro Deletion Syndrome. People just don’t seem to want to know anything about this syndrome. This is really sad because these kids need good health care and need communities, doctors, teachers, specialists, etc to be aware so that more kids can be diagnosed and treated properly.
Once we got the diagnosis we vowed to do all that we could to learn about this syndrome and tell our story to anyone that would listen. I guess you could say that we turned into research hounds. We’ve been reading books, searching sites, reading anything that we could about the syndrome. As her mom I have become consumed with it. I have vowed to make sure that all of our doctors know that they not only missed this, but that this syndrome is very common. I don’t want any other child or family to go 6 1/2 years without answers like we did.
In doing all of this research I came across a 22q clinic in Columbus, Ohio. This clinic is comprised of all different medical specialists and surgeons that are known throughout the country for their knowledge and care for children with 22q. I made an appointment, fought our health provider to cover the appointment, and saw to it that Kirsten had the very best. Now she does. This clinic is amazing. For the first time we felt like Kirsten’s health made sense. We saw several teams of doctors and they all wanted to hear our story starting from pregnancy. Finally someone really listened and they understood. The geneticist at the clinic immediately ordered a complete immune work up on Kirsten since many of these kids have immune issues. Kristen does show some signs of this including terrible leg and foot pain at night which she’s had for years. We’ve always been told that its growing pains or due to the scoliosis but it could be due to low calcium levels. She also has had digestive issues since infancy. Kirsten will be undergoing a kidney renal exam too. She will also have a Nero Phyc exam to test her cognitively for any learning disabilities. This doctor will be making any IEP recommendations to our school so that we can ensure that Kirsten is getting the best education possible. Kirsten was seen by a speech scientist and the chief of plastic surgery because Kirsten suffers from a VPD. A VPD is condition where the velopharyngeal valve does not close consistently and completely during the production of oral sounds so basically Kirsten has a lot of extra space in the back of her throat. This causes a lot of air to gush through her nose causing hyper nasal speech. Normal hyper nasal speech is 10 percent and Kirsten is ranging from 46-67 percent which is clearly a problem. The speech and plastic surgery team determined that Kirsten’s VPD can be corrected via surgery. The chief of plastic surgery will be doing a Velo-Pharyngeal Flap surgery to correct this on Feb. 8, 2012..
We’ll be going down on the 7th for pre-op and for another visit. Providing there are no complications she’ll be released from the hospital on Feb. 10. This surgery will fix Kirsten’s speech and for the first time ever she’ll sound like other kids her own age. We are thrilled to know that we can at least fix this symptom and make things a little easier for her. We are pleased with where things are going now and cannot be more pleased with the care that Kirsten is receiving from Dr. Atkin, Dr. Bayliss, and Dr. Kirschner at the 22q clinic. While we are nervous about yet another surgery, but we also know that the outcome will be fantastic. Thank you for hearing our story and I hope that this helps to bring more awareness to 22q Micro Deletion Syndrome.
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Issaquah Company Receives $1.7M Grant for its Healthy Habits System
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Issaquah-based Habit Design Inc. has received a $1.7 million federal grant to advance research of its habit-coaching system that accelerates the formation of lasting healthy habits.
The National Institutes of Health grant is the first of its kind in investing in the emerging science of habit coaching, according to a company news release.
The grant “marks a key breakthrough in the acceptance of habit training by the U.S. healthcare industry, one that will hopefully encourage more employers, health plans, and healthcare payers and providers to prioritize habit coaching as a necessary ingredient for both individual and organizational wellbeing,” Habit Design founder and CEO Michael Kim said in an email.
“(It) also represents the highest hallmark of clinical validation, from the world’s largest funder of biomedical research, of our unique team of clinical psychologists and behavioral scientists at Habit Design,” Kim said.
The company’s program integrates behavior-changing protocols through a simple, personalized daily program supported by clinical psychologists and an optional smartphone app.
Habit Design has trained more than 100,000 employees from more than 500 companies and organizations, including Boeing and Starbucks.
The grant will fund a feasibility study and clinical trial over three years, applying Habit Design’s program to accelerate healthy new habits for workers at risk of metabolic syndrome. This condition affects more than a third of American adults and increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. University of Washington’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute and TriHealth, a subsidiary of Catholic Health Initiatives, are partnering on the research.
Habit Design, which has nine employees, is self-funded by its founders and undisclosed private investors, Kim said.
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2 LGBTI defendants win their freedom in Uganda
Posted by admin76crimes on October 22, 2014 in Africa | 28 Views | Leave a response
A Ugandan judge has dismissed homosexuality-related charges against two LGBTI defendants who had been forced to appear in court four times since their arrest in January. Each time the case was adjourned after the prosecution failed to produce any witnesses against them.
Defense attorney Fridah Mutesi (Photo courtesy of HRAPF)
Again today, no prosecution witnesses appeared in court. But this time Magistrate Lilian Bucyana granted defense counsel Fridah Mutesi’s request that the case be dismissed for lack of prosecution.
The court case began in May against gay businessman Kim Mukisa, then 24, and Jackson Mukasa, 19, a transgender woman.
Before they were granted release on bail in May, the defendants had spent four months in detention, said Adrian Jjuuko, executive director of the Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF), which provided their defense.
Mukisa and Mukasa were arrested in January after Mukisa was thrown out of his house and beaten by local officials and neighbors on the basis of allegations that he was a homosexual. The pair was subjected to HIV examinations without their consent, an anal examination was performed, they were paraded before the media as homosexuals and were sent to Luzira Prison.
Jjuuko stated:
“Though dismissal of charges does not bar future prosecution as the charges could be reinstated by prosecution, the two accused persons are now free. Of course their lives have been shattered by the charges and this indeed is the greatest effect of laws criminalising consensual same-sex relations in a country that is largely homophobic.
“The dismissal of the charges is very exciting news but it also underlines the danger of having such laws on the law books.”
Today’s action concluded what was the first trial in the recent history of Uganda’s old anti-gay law, Section 145, according to LGBTI advocacy group Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG). Section 145 provides for up to life imprisonment for sex “against the order of nature.” ‘
Although their arrest came in the anti-gay panic that accompanied the passage of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Bill in December 2013, the defendants were not accused of violating that law, which was in effect from its signing in February until the Constitutional Court overturned it on procedural grounds on Aug. 1.
This is Jjuuko’s full report on today’s court action:
The Chief Magistrates Court at Buganda Road has agreed with the prayers of the accused’s lawyer and dismissed the charges against Kim Mukisa and Jackson Mukasa.
Until the case against them was dismissed today in Uganda, the possibility of life in prison confronted Jackson Mukasa, left, and Kim Mukisa.
This is in the case of Uganda v. Mukisa Kim and Mukasa Jackson, Criminal Case No. 0085 of 2014. The two accused persons, a gay man and transwoman were arrested on the 27th and 28th of January 2014 respectively by the Police following a mob’s attempt on the former’s life.
The two were arrested on 27th January 2014 after Kim Mukisa was thrown out of his house and beaten by local council authorities assisted by residents on the basis of allegations that he was a homosexual. The police arrested Jackson first and used her to call Kim to the police station where he was also arrested. The two were subjected to HIV examinations without their consent, and one of them had an anal examination performed on him. Both were paraded before the media as homosexuals.
Kim was charged with ‘having carnal knowledge of a person against the order of nature’ contrary to Section 145(a) of the Penal Code Act Cap 120 and Jackson was charged with ‘permitting a male person to have carnal knowledge against the order of nature’ contrary to Section 145(c) of the Penal Code Act Cap 120.
They spent seven days in police custody without being produced in court. They were only produced before court when their lawyers from Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF) wrote to the Inspector General of Police and the Uganda Human Rights Commission complaining about the continued illegal detention.
Kim Mukisa and Jackson Mukasa were held at Luzira Prison for months before their release on bail.
They were then remanded to Luzira Prison, and produced in court again on 21st January 2014 and though they were granted bail, the Magistrate insisted on a letter from the same local council officials who had thrown Kim out of his home, and also on two sureties. The Local Council authorities refused to write the letter until HRAPF lawyers told them that they would be in contempt of court if they continued to do so. A letter with a disclaimer was later written. For the sureties, the magistrate eventually accepted one surety and both accused persons were released on bail on May 7th for Jackson and May 12th for Kim, after spending a period of 4 months in detention.
From the time of their release to date, the case has been adjourned four times and each time the prosecution failed to produce any witnesses. Prayers to dismiss the case by the accused’s lawyers were not granted in order to give the prosecution more time.
Today, when the prosecution again failed to produce its witnesses, the State Attorney requested for another adjournment. The accused’s lawyer, Ms. Fridah Mutesi from HRAPF responded by asking the Magistrate, Ms. Lilian Bucyana to dismiss the case for want of prosecution. She recounted the number of times that the accused had been appearing in court without the state producing its witnesses and she concluded that the failure of the state to produce witnesses was prejudicial to her clients who have had charges that attract a penalty of life imprisonment hanging over their heads since January 2014.
The Magistrate agreed with Ms. Mutesi and ruled that “The prosecution was granted the last adjournment and has no sufficient reason to ask for further adjournment the case is hereby dismissed under S.119 of the Magistrates Courts Act.”
Uganda: An anti-gay law is gone; anti-gay trial continues (Sept. 5, 2014, 76crimes.com)
Anti-gay Ugandan tactic: Abusive, worthless anal exam (May 14, 2014, 76crimes.com)
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No bail for 2 Ugandans facing trial on gay-sex charges (April 23, 2014, 76crimes.com)
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She was a guest host Tuesday morning, after winning an online contest where viewers, nationwide, voted for her.
Janelle showed a video of herself looking back at her childhood and journalism career. Regis asked Janelle about her future plans:
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For Baal, a Christian or Jewish demon, see Baal (demon).
For Baal, a fictional character on Stargate SG-1, see Baal (Stargate).
Template:Semitic gods Baal (בַּעַל / בָּעַל, Standard Hebrew Báʿal, Tiberian Hebrew Báʿal / Báʿal) is a northwest Semitic word signifying 'The Lord, master, owner (male), husband' cognate with Akkadian Bēl of the same meanings. The feminine form is Phoenician בעלת Baʿalat, Hebrew בַּעֲלָה Baʿalāh signifying 'lady, mistress, owner (female), wife'.
The words themselves had no exclusively religious connotation, just as "father" or "lord" are used in religious meaning today —but they were not used in reference between a superior and an inferior or of a master to a slave. The words were used as titles in reference for one or various gods and goddess, either in declaration of the deity as the Lord or Lady of a particular place (or rite), or standing alone as a term of reverence.
1 Non-religious usage of the word ba'al
2 Deities called Ba‘al and Ba‘alat
3 Ba‘al as a divine title in Israel and Judah
4 Multiple Ba‘als and ‘Ashtarts
5 There is no single Semitic sun-god named Ba‘al
Non-religious usage of the word ba'al
From the Tanach: Genesis 14.13 ba‘alê bərît-’abrām 'lords of the covenant of Abram', i.e. 'holders of an agreement with Abram', i.e. 'confederates of Abram' or 'allies of Abram'; Genesis 20.3: bə‘ulat bā‘al 'lady of a lord', i.e. 'wife of a man'; Genesis 37.19: ba‘al haḥalōmôt 'lord of the dreams', i.e. 'the one who made himself important in his dreams' or simply 'the dreamer'; Exodus 21.3: ba‘al ’iššâ 'lord of a woman', i.e. 'married man'; Exodus 21.22: ba‘al hā’iššâ 'lord of the woman', i.e. 'husband of the woman'; Exodus 24.14: mî-ba‘al dəbārîm 'who (is) lord of matters', i.e. 'whoever possesses some matter', i.e. 'whoever has a problem'; Leviticus 21.4: ba‘al bə‘ēmmāyw 'lord in his people', i.e. 'man of importance among his people'; Deuteronomy 24.4: ba‘lāh hāri’šôn 'her lord the former', i.e. 'her former husband'; and so forth. But these should suffice to show the range of the words.
In medieval Judaism a rabbi who appeared to have supernatural powers was called a Ba‘al Shem 'Master of the Name' with no perception of any connection with Ba‘al as a title for a pagan god. Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer (1678–1760) who founded the Hassidic movement was commonly known during his later life as Ba‘al Shem Tov 'Good Master of the Name' and is still commonly called by that title today.
In Wales there are many Hebrew and other Biblical-type place names left over from a religious revival that happened a few centuries ago. One of these places is a village called Bryn-y-baal between Buckley and Mold in Flintshire in Wales.
Deities called Ba‘al and Ba‘alat
Because more than one god bore the title Ba‘al and more than one goddess bore the title Ba‘alat or Ba‘alah, it is often difficult to be sure which Ba‘al 'Lord' or Ba‘alat 'Lady' a particular inscription or text is speaking of.
Though the god Hadad or Adad was especially likely to be called Ba‘al, Hadad was far from the only god to have that title. The Ugaritic texts place the dwelling of Ba‘al/Hadad on Mount Zephon, so one can probably take as evident that references to Ba‘al Zephon in the Tanach and in inscriptions and tablets refer to Hadad. It is said that Ba‘al Pe‘or, the Lord of Mount Pe‘or, whom Israelites were forbidden from worshipping (Numbers 1–25) was also Hadad. In the Canaanite pantheon, Hadad was the son of El, who had once been the primary god of the Canaanite pantheon, and whose name was also used interchangeably with that of the Hebrew god, Yahweh.
Melqart, the god of Tyre was often called the Ba‘al of Tyre. 1 Kings 16.31 relates that Ahab, king of Israel, married Jezebel daughter of Ethba‘al king of the Sidonians and then served habba‘al 'the Ba‘al', the cult of this god continuing to be prominent in Israel until the reign of Jehu under who put an end to this cult (2 Kings 10.26):
And they brought out the pillars (massebahs) of the house of the Ba‘al and burned them. And they pulled down the pillar (massebah) of the Ba‘al and pulled down the house of the Ba‘al and turned it into a latrine until this day.
Does "the Ba’al" 'the Lord' refer to Melqart, as many think, or is it Hadad who was also worshipped in Tyre, or is it perhaps Ba‘al Shamîm 'Lord of Heaven' who was also worshipped in Tyre and often distinguished from Hadad? There is no certainty. Josephus (Antiquities 8.13.1) states clearly that Jezebel "built a temple to the god of the Tyrians, which they call Belus" which certainly refers to Melqart. But Josephus may be relying on likelihood rather than knowledge. The contest described in 1 Kings 18.1–45 between the "prophets of the Ba‘al" and the "prophets of the Asherah" on one side and Elijah as prophet of Yahweh on the other in the context of a drought might suggest that the question is partly about which god actually sends rain. Hadad is generally a rain god but Melqart is not known to be connected with bringing of rain. But so little is known of Melqart's cult that that reasoning is not decisive.
In any case Ahab, despite supporting the cult of this Ba‘al, remained at the same time also a follower of Yahweh. Ahab still consulted Yahweh's prophets and still cherished Yahweh's protection when he named his sons Ahaziah 'Yahweh holds' and Jehoram 'Yahweh is high'.
Ba‘al Hammon, the supreme god of Carthage is generally identified by modern scholars either with the northwest Semitic god El or with Dagon, neither of whom are normally called Ba‘al in the eastern Mediterranean, so far as is known.
Ba‘alat Gebal 'Lady of Byblos' appears to have been generally identified with ‘Ashtart although Sanchuniathon distinguishes the two.
Ba‘al as a divine title in Israel and Judah
At first the name Baal was used by the Jews for their God without discrimination, but as the struggle between the two religions developed, the name Baal was given up in Judaism as a thing of shame, and even names like Jerubbaal were changed to Jerubbesheth: Hebrew bosheth means "shame". Zondervan's Pictorial Bible Dictionary (1976) ISBN 031023560X
Since Ba‘al simply means 'Lord', there is no obvious reason why it could not be applied to Yahweh as well as other gods. Perhaps it was. The judge Gideon was also called Jerubaal, a name which seems to mean 'Ba‘al strives' though Judges 6.32 makes the claim that the name was given to mock the god Ba‘al whose shrine Gideon had destroyed, the intention being to imply: "Let Ba‘al strive as much as he can ... it will come to nothing."
After Gideon's death, according to Judges 8.33, the Israelites went astray and started to worship the Ba‘alîm (the Ba‘als) especially Ba‘al Berith 'Lord of the Covenant'. A few verses later (Judge 9.4) the story turns to all the citizens of Shechem – actually kol-ba‘alê šəkem another case of normal use of ba‘al not applied to a deity. These citizens of Shechem support Abimelech's attempt to become king by giving him 70 shekels from the House of Ba‘al Berith. It is hard to disassociate this Lord of the Covenant who is worshipped in Shechem from the covenant at Shechem described earlier in Joshua 24.25 in which the people agree to worship Yahweh. It is especially hard to do so when Judges 9.46 relates that all "the holders of the tower of Shechem" (kol-ba‘alê midgal-šəkem) enter bêt ’ēl bərît 'the House of El Berith', that is, 'the House of God of the Covenant'. Was Ba‘al then here just a title for El? Or did the covenant of Shechem perhaps originally not involve El at all but some some other god who bore the title Ba‘al? Or were there different viewpoints about Yahweh, some seeing him as an aspect of Hadad, some as an aspect of El, some with other theories? Again there is no clear answer.
We also find Eshbaal (one of Saul's sons) and Beeliada (a son of David). The last name also appears as Eliada. This might show that at some period Ba‘al and El were used interchangeably even in the same name applied to the same person. More likely a later hand has cleaned up the text. Editors did play around with some names, sometimes substuting the form bosheth 'abomination' for ba‘al in names, whence the forms Ishbosheth instead of Eshbaal and Mephibosheth which is rendered Meribaal in 1 Chronicles 9.40. 1 Chronicles 12:5 gives us the name Bealiah (more accurately bə‘’alyâ) meaning 'Yahweh is Ba‘al'.
It is difficult to determinine to what extent the false worship which the prophets stigmatize is the worship of Yahweh under a conception and with rites which treated him as a local nature god or whether particular features of gods more often given the title Ba‘al were consciously recognized to be distinct from Yahwism from the first. Certainly some of the Ugaritic texts and Sanchuniathon report hostility between El and Hadad, perhaps representing a cultic and religious differences reflected in Hebrew tradition also, in which Yahweh in the Tanach is firmly identified with El and might be expected to be somewhat hostile to Ba’al/Hadad and the deities of his circle. But for Jeremiah and the Deuteronomist it also appears to be monontheism against polytheism (Jeremiah 11.12):
Then shall the cities of Judah and inhabitants of Jerusalem go and cry to the gods to whom they offer incense: but they shall not save them at all in the time of their trouble. For according to the number of your cities are your gods, O Judah; and according to the number of the streets of Jerusalem you have set up altars to the abominination, altars to burn incense to the Ba‘al.
Does this refer to other gods and one particular god, perhaps Hadad, who is especially "the Ba‘al"? Or does it refer to altars to burn incense to "the Ba‘al" to which each altar is raised, that is to as many different Ba‘al's as there were altars?
Multiple Ba‘als and ‘Ashtarts
One finds in the Tanach the plural forms bə‘ālîm 'Ba‘als' or 'Lords' and ‘aštārôt '‘Ashtarts', though such plurals do not appear in Phoenician or Canaanite or independent Aramaic sources.
One theory is that the folk of each territory or in each wandering clan worshipped their own Ba‘al, as the chief deity of each, the source of all the gifts of nature, the mysterious god of their fathers. As the god of fertility all the produce of the soil would be his, and his adherents would bring to him their tribute of first-fruits. He would be the patron of all growth and fertility, and, by the use of analogy characteristic of early thought, this Ba‘al would be the god of the productive element in its widest sense. Originating perhaps in the observation of the fertilizing effect of rains and streams upon the receptive and reproductive soil, Ba‘al worship became identical with nature-worship. Joined with the Ba‘als there would naturally be corresponding female figures which might be called ‘Ashtarts, embodiments of ‘Ashtart.
Through analogy and through the belief that one can control or aid the powers of nature by the practice of magic, particularly sympathetic magic, sexuality might characterize part of the cult of the Ba‘als and ‘Ashtarts. Post-Exilic allusions to the cult of Ba‘al Pe‘or suggest that orgies prevailed. On the summits of hills and mountains flourished the cult of the givers of increase, and "under every green tree" was practised the licentiousness which was held to secure abundance of crops. Human sacrifice, the burning of incense, violent and ecstatic exercises, ceremonial acts of bowing and kissing, the preparing of sacred mystic cakes (see also Asherah), appear among the offences denounced by the post-Exilic prophets; and show that the cult of Ba‘al (and ‘Ashtart) included characteristic features of worship which recur in various parts of the Semitic (and non-Semitic) world, although attached to other names. But it is also possible that such rites were performed to a local Ba‘al 'Lord' and a local ‘Ashtart without much concern as to whether or not they were the same as that of a nearby community or how they fitted into the national theology of Yahweh who had become a ruling high god of the heavens, increasingly disassociated from such things, at least in the minds of some worshippers.
Another theory is that the references to Ba‘als and ‘Ashtarts (and Asherahs) are to images or other standard symbols of these deities, that is statues and icons of Ba‘al Hadad, ‘Ashtart, and Asherah set up in various high places as well as those of other gods, the author listing the most prominent as types for all. The Deuteronomistic editor is as angered and sadened by worshipping of images as by worshipping other deities than Yahweh and wishes to emphasize the plurality of false deities as opposed to true worship of Yahweh at his single temple in Jerusalem as called for in the reforms of Josiah.
A reminiscence of Ba‘al as a title of a local fertility god (or referring to a particular god of subterraneous water) may occur in the Talmudic Hebrew prhases field of the ba‘al and place of the ba‘al and Arabic ba‘l used of land fertilised by subterraneous waters rather than by rain.
There is no single Semitic sun-god named Ba‘al
The hypothesis that there was a common Semitic sun-god named Ba‘al fell from favor in the 19th century as new archaelogical evidence indicated multiple gods bearing the title Ba‘al and little about them that connected them to the sun. A certain exasperation on that matter appears even in 1899 in the Encyclopædia Biblica article Baal by W. Robertson Smith and George F. Moore:
That Baal was primarily a sun-god was for a long time almost a dogma among scholars and is still often repeated. This doctrine is connected with theories of the origin of religion which are now almost universally abandoned. The worship of the heavenly bodies is not the beginning of religion. Moreover, there was not, as this theory assumes, one god Baal, worshipped under different forms and names by the Semitic peoples, but a multitude of local Baals, each the inhabitant of his own place, the protector and benefactor of those who worshipped him there. Even in the astro-theology of the Babylonians the star of Bēl was not the sun : it was the planet Jupiter. There is no intimation in the OT that any of the Canaanite Baals were sun-gods, or that the worship of the sun (Shemesh), of which we have ample evidence, both early and late, was connected with that of the Baals ; in 2 K. 235 cp 11 the cults are treated as distinct.
New findings and further scholarship in the following century further confirmed these statements.
See also Ba‘al Hammon, Baal Peor, Ba‘al Shamîm, Beelzebub, Bel, Hadad, Melqart, Moloch
article Baal, Baalim from The Catholic Encyclopedia. (http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/02175a.htm)
article Baal by W. Robertson Smith and George F. Moore in Encyclopædia Biblica, edited T. K. Cheyne and J. Sutherland Black, MacMillan: London, 1899) (http://www.cwru.edu/univlib/preserve/Etana/encyl_biblica_a-d/baal-baca.pdf) (PDF format. Still quite accurate.)
Bartleby: American Heritage Dictionary: Semitic roots: bcl (http://www.bartleby.com/61/roots/S41.html).da:Baal
de:Baal (Gott) fr:Baal nl:Baäl ja:バアル pl:Baal pt:Baal ru:Баал
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The Mask Of Fu Manchu (1932)
Posted on December 1, 2016 by lyzmadness
“British Government!? I’ll wipe them and the whole accursed white race off the face of the earth!”
Director: Charles Brabin and Charles Vidor (uncredited)
Starring: Boris Karloff, Lewis Stone, Myrna Loy, Karen Morley, Charles Starrett, Jean Hersholt, Lawrence Grant, David Torrence
Screenplay: Irene Kuhn, Edgar Allan Woolf and John Willard, based upon the novel by Sax Rohmer (Arthur Henry Sarsfield Ward)
Synopsis: Sir Lionel Barton (Lawrence Grant) is called to the office of Commissioner Nayland Smith (Lewis Stone) of the British Secret Service, where he is astonished to learn that Smith is well aware of his proposed expedition to the edge of the Gobi Desert to seek the tomb of Genghis Kahn. Smith tells Barton that the golden mask and scimitar of Genghis Kahn are also being sought by Fu Manchu (Boris Karloff), who believes that with these artefacts in his hands, he can unite the Asian races in a war against the West. Only Barton getting to the tomb first can prevent such a catastrophe. Later, at the British Museum, Barton reveals his mission to his long-time friends and collaborators, Von Berg (Jean Hersholt) and McLeod (David Torrence), who immediately agree to accompany him. Unseen eyes are watching, however, and as Barton leaves he is set upon by three sinister figures… Days later, Sheila Barton (Karen Morley) and her fiancé, Terrence Granville (Charles Starrett), wait frantically for news of Sir Lionel. Smith must break it to Sheila that her father is the prisoner of Fu Manchu. When Sheila hears that Von Berg and McLeod intend to go ahead with the expedition anyway, Sheila insists upon going with them, arguing that her expert knowledge, gleaned from her father, will save days of searching. In his lair, Fu Manchu attempts to bribe from Sir Lionel the whereabouts of the secret tomb, first by the offer of money, then by the offer of his own daughter, Fah Lo See (Myrna Loy). When Sir Lionel rejects both with scorn, he is subjected to “The Torture Of The Bell”… Guided by Sheila, the expedition uncovers the entrance to Genghis Khan’s resting place. Von Berg, McLeod, Granville and Sheila lower themselves into the underground tomb, where they find the skeleton of Genghis Khan, wearing the legendary golden mask, and with the golden scimitar resting across its lap. As Terry removes these artefacts, the team’s Chinese workmen suddenly rush into the chamber, throwing themselves at the skeleton’s feet. The archaeologists disperse them by firing their guns into the air. Meanwhile, Fu Manchu gathers in his palace the leaders of all Asian nations. He summons Fah Lo See, who announces that the prophecy has been fulfilled: Genghis Khan has returned to lead Asia against the rest of the world… The archaeologists reach town to discover Nayland Smith waiting for them. He leads them into a deserted house, warning them not to turn on any lights. He also tells them that he knows that Fu Manchu is in the vicinity, and that it is imperative that the artefacts are shipped out of the country as soon as possible, so that they are in a position to negotiate for Sir Lionel. The artefacts are placed for the night in an attic room, and McLeod takes the first watch; but Fu Manchu’s minions are watching, and before long McLeod is dying, a knife in his back… The next day, Nayland Smith goes to make preparations for their departure, leaving Terry on guard. As he watches in the garden, a gruesome memento suddenly drops at Terry’s feet: a human hand, wearing a distinctive ring—Sir Lionel’s ring…
Comments: Following the tragic death of Lon Chaney in 1930, only weeks after the premiere of his first and last talking picture, The Unholy Three, his studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer shied away from producing any further exercises in the macabre, preferring to concentrate instead upon consolidating its reputation as the home of prestige motion pictures. However, despite the disapproving head-shaking of film critics and social commentators alike, by the middle of 1931 the movie-going public was showing no sign of losing its taste for “horror pictures”. After twelve months of looking on as Universal, RKO, Paramount and First National carved up this new marketplace amongst themselves, the executives at MGM decided that they, too, would have to enter the fray. By the end of the year they had two such films in production, and would ultimately release them on consecutive days in February of 1932. One of them was the studio’s be-careful-what-you-pray-for attempt to outdo the competition at one stroke with something “more horrible than all the rest” – namely, a little film called Freaks. The other was The Mask Of Fu Manchu.
MGM’s 1932 production was not the first time that Sax Rohmer’s xenophobic fantasies had been transferred to the screen. Dr Fu Manchu made his screen debut in Britain during the early twenties, in a string of silent “episodes” (released like a serial, but with each part more or less autonomous) starring Harry Agar Lyons. His Hollywood – and sound – debut followed in 1929-1931, with Warner Oland featuring in three productions at Paramount. Bizarrely, after starring as Fu Manchu, both the Irish Lyons and the Swedish Oland would ever afterwards be condemned to masquerading as “Asians”. Lyons’ short film career would play itself out in the form of Fu Manchu clone Dr Sin Fang, while Oland would, of course, go on to play Charlie Chan.
For their production, MGM chose to borrow from Universal one of the actors who had helped to put the horror film on the map. The release of Frankenstein at the end of 1931 had swift and dramatic consequences for Boris Karloff, who at the age of forty-four suddenly found himself the film industry’s most unlikely superstar. Karloff was, of course, irreversibly “typed” after Frankenstein, confined to spending the rest of his career as a “horror star”—although after so many struggling years as a bit player, he was grateful to be so. All the same, the three major roles that followed Karloff’s star-making turn could hardly have been more different from it or from each other. 1932 saw the actor top-billed as Morgan, the mute, sinister butler in James Whale’s The Old Dark House; as Im-Ho-Tep and his alter ego, Ardath Bey, in The Mummy; and as the titular criminal mastermind in The Mask Of Fu Manchu.
Although as unsubtle as the film itself, Karloff’s performance here is a real delight: his Fu Manchu simply oozes with unctuous malevolence. Thankfully not attempting any kind of accent – Fu Manchu was educated in the West, after all – the actor wrings the utmost from his exaggerated dialogue, leaving all of his co-stars, Myrna Loy excepted, floundering in their colourless and forgettable roles. Some of Karloff’s lines are, granted, more memorable for their content than for their delivery – more on that later – but you will never forget Fu Manchu’s modest introduction of himself to Sir Lionel Barton:
“I am a Doctor of Philosophy from Edinburgh. I am a Doctor of Law from Christ’s College. I am a Doctor of Medicine from Harvard. My friends, out of courtesy, call me ‘Doctor’.”
The Mask Of Fu Manchu is a typical MGM production, with a headlining star, a name supporting cast, and lavish production values. Indeed, the film is a feast for the eyes, from the elaborate costumes worn by stars Karloff and Loy, to the spectacular black-and-white cinematography of Gaetano “Tony” Gaudio, to the amazing set design provided by Cedric Gibbons and his crew. (And in terms of beautiful impracticalities, Fu Manchu’s cavernous yet minimalist operating theatre even manages outdo the art deco morgue of Warners’ Mystery Of The Wax Museum.) The film is also typical MGM inasmuch as its content is – using the term loosely – realistic. Circumstances may have forced MGM to dabble in the horror genre during the thirties, but in none of their productions did they ever venture into the truly fantastic, getting no closer than the explained-away supernatural doings of 1935’s Mark Of The Vampire.
Although this film is sometimes classified as science fiction, it is so only in the broadest possible sense, with Fu Manchu possessing both an electrical doo-hickey (consisting of several strung-together Van de Graaf generators) whose only purpose seems to be the detection of forged antiquities, and – need I say it? – a death ray. In a nice convergence of elements, Fu Manchu’s electrical gadgets were not only furnished by Kenneth Strickfaden, but the man himself doubled for Karloff in the scene where a fake sword of Genghis Khan, substituted by Nayland Smith for the real thing, is put to the test. Boris, quite understandably, was reluctant to get too close to the various machines and their dancing electrical arcs, but their creator had no such concern.
In the end, however, we can see that The Mask Of Fu Manchu is most properly considered a horror film. There is a tendency these days to think of “back then” as a more innocent time; but even a brief examination of the films of the pre-Production Code era should be enough to dispel that misguided notion. The few years between the coming of sound and the crackdown in censorship from 1934 onwards saw the release of numerous films featuring a quite staggering degree of cruelty and perversion. The Mask Of Fu Manchu falls squarely into this category. It is not, however, the behaviour of Fu Manchu himself that is so very shocking. After all, what kind of evil criminal mastermind would he be, if he didn’t torture an enemy or two? – although his tendency to stroke and caress his victims – and dress them in nappies! – is rather unnerving. Where The Mask Of Fu Manchu is likely to blindside modern audiences is in the explicit sexual sadism of Fu Manchu’s daughter, Fah Lo See.
When Terry Granville unwisely ventures into Fu Manchu’s lair in an effort to buy the life of Sir Lionel Barton, he carries with him the golden scimitar that, unbeknownst to him, is a forgery. The deception revealed, Fu Manchu vents his rage upon Terry by—handing him over to his daughter. At Fah Lo See’s bidding, Terry is strung up, stripped to the waist, and whipped into unconsciousness, as the girl herself – crying, “Faster! Faster!” to the black slaves wielding the whips – watches in a state of undisguised sexual arousal. Having had her victim carried to her bedroom, Fah Lo See is about to have her wicked way with his bruised and beaten body when her father interrupts, having thought of a way to use Terry to get his hands on the real scimitar. “May I suggest a slight delay in your customary procedure?” Fu Manchu purrs at his daughter…leaving the mind boggling at the thought of how many times this scenario may have been enacted in the past.
(According to Hollywood legend, upon reading the screenplay the young Myrna Loy’s reaction to Fah Lo See’s excesses was the immortal exclamation, “Say—this is obscene!”)
Although structured very much like any of the numerous adventure films of the time, The Mask Of Fu Manchu separates itself from its fellows not so much in its violent content – many films of this era are amazingly violent – but in its willingness to put its heroes through the wringer. The torture of Sir Lionel Barton, which in story terms goes on for days, is dwelt upon in detail. (Never mind the film’s sexual content: The Mask Of Fu Manchu here sails perilously close to shattering one of the longest and most rigidly enforced of all cinematic taboos with its implication that during the torture of Sir Lionel, there won’t be any stops for bathroom breaks.) Towards the film’s climax, we also have simultaneous scenes in which Von Berg is strapped to a chair while two walls of spikes – “Silver Fingers” – close in upon him, and Nayland Smith is dangled over a pit of alligators. (Yup, alligators. In the Gobi desert. Props to Lewis Stone here, who does most of his own stunt work in this scene—even if it’s not him who subsequently tip-toes over the ’gators as Nayland Smith makes his escape.)
However, it is the scene in which Fu Manchu prepares and administers the drug that will turn Terry Granville into his unknowing tool that is my favourite.
(Which I guess means…my two favourite scenes in this film are the two in which Terry is tortured. Hmm. In my own, less demonstrative way, it seems I’m as bad as Fah Lo See.)
Strapped to an operating table by metal loops and clad only in a loin-cloth, the terrified, sweat-drenched Terry can only look on as Fu Manchu whips up a batch of a drug that he gloats is, “Better than hypnotism!” (Maybe; but on the evidence here, hypnotism is a lot less trouble.) The camera pans over three of the sources of Fu Manchu’s raw materials: a bowl of baby rattlesnakes, another containing tarantulas, and a third from which a gila monster is making an unhindered escape. Nevertheless, the good doctor turns to the containers built into the floor of his operating-theatre. A minion lifts the curved, hinged lid of one, revealing a jumble of snakes, spiders and lizards, and he selects from it a tarantula, extracting from it a quantity of venom approximately twice that of the spider’s body volume! He then crosses to a second container and lifts from it a very large boa constrictor, and proceeds to extract venom from that, too.
(Yes, you heard me. Well, I guess he never said he was a Doctor of Herpetology.)
The venom extraction is more complicated than you might imagine. Fu Manchu lets the snake bite one of his slaves on the arm, and as the man slowly dies, re-extracts the venom from his flesh and adds it to that of the tarantula. The two together are then added to a conical flask – which sits over a Bunsen burner, and already contains a Mysterious Coloured Fluid – and the final final result is pumped into Terry’s jugular. It is while under the influence of this drug that Terry betrays his comrades, leading them into a trap and turning over the mask and sword of Genghis Khan to Fu Manchu, before taking Fah Lo See in his arms, much to Sheila’s revulsion.
Apparently triumphant, Fu Manchu then reveals that as, “Genghis Khan come back to life”, he intends to lead the East against the West, and to wipe “the white race” from the face of the earth. As a first step, he intends to make “Christian martyrs” out of Von Berg, Smith and Sheila, with the latter a literal virgin sacrifice. Terry, meanwhile, having briefly snapped out of his drug-haze under Sheila’s influence, is hauled back to the lab for a second dose, which will make him Fah Lo See’s willing sex slave—“Until she tires of him,” as her father kindly explains to Sheila.
It is obvious throughout The Mask Of Fu Manchu that Boris Karloff was having a ball in the lead role (and he was not alone: notoriously, he and Myrna Loy disrupted shooting again and again with their giggling fits); and in the broadness of his performance, he certainly invites the viewer to join in the fun. The film’s opening scenes, too, seem to promise a certain amount of humour. “The British government is asking you to risk your life again,” Nayland Smith tells Sir Lionel Barton solemnly. “Oh, very well,” Sir Lionel responds with a casual shrug. There is also an hilarious bit when, upon leaving the museum after enlisting his colleagues for the expedition to the Gobi Desert, Sir Lionel is set upon and kidnapped by three of Fu Manchu’s underlings who are disguised as mummies…and who lie in wait for him, naturally enough, in sarcophagi. However, the light tone of these moments is misleading; and the film is, on the contrary, quite disturbingly straight-faced in much of what it proceeds to serve up.
Fu Manchu was, upon his first appearance in the literary world, described by his creator as “the Yellow Peril incarnate”. From this perspective, we can understand the significance of the fact, as is noted in the opening credits of the film, that The Mask Of Fu Manchu was a “Cosmopolitan Production”. Cosmopolitan was the film unit owned by William Randolph Hearst, which operated as a subsidiary of MGM. While it existed primarily to produce films starring Marion Davies, Cosmopolitan was also the voice of its owner’s various other interests and concerns. Hearst had been at the forefront of the “Yellow Peril” scare in America, using his newspapers to stir up racially-based fears and hatreds. It is not, therefore, particularly surprising to see a film like The Mask Of Fu Manchu, which plays the “Yellow Peril” card to the nth degree, emanating from that quarter.
If the violent and sexual content of The Mask Of Fu Manchu can make the modern viewer gasp in disbelief, its unrelenting and unapologetic racism is enough to make your hair stand on end. In this, the film is, in one sense, simply being true to its source—although in some respects, it exceeds even Sax Rohmer, who despite his nakedly anti-Asian sentiments always allowed for a certain grudging respect between the Chinese master criminal and his thoroughly British nemesis (who, curiously, has here misplaced his “Denis”, being addressed throughout just as “Nayland”). Here, there is no room for any such feeling. Even Fu Manchu’s extensive Western education is considered a mark against him—intelligence and education being, as is so often the case, explicitly correlated with evil.
In the film’s opening scene, Nayland Smith recruits Sir Lionel Barton to his cause by conjuring up a vision of a race war, should Fu Manchu find the mask and scimitar of Genghis Khan before they do. “He’ll lead hundreds of millions of men to sweep the world,” prophecies the Commissioner grimly—and you can understand his indignation: sweeping the world was, after all, England’s privilege. And indeed, this proves to be Fu Manchu’s intention—although by “world”, we soon learn, he means white world. The invective starts comparatively slowly, with Fu Manchu agreeing with Fah Lo See that Terry is, “Not entirely unhandsome, for a white man”; but before long he is threatening to, “Wipe the whole accursed white race off the face of the earth!”
Actually—being wiped out isn’t the fate that awaits the entire white race: for one half of it is reserved A Fate Worse Than Death. We have already been made aware of the “natural” physical superiority of the “white race”, in Fah Lo See’s instant attraction to Terry—although given the girl’s general conduct, we are also permitted to view this as one more aberration on her part. No, the specific threat here is against the white woman by the Asian man. The mask and scimitar of Genghis Khan secured, Nayland Smith’s first concern is to get Sheila out of the country. “Do you suppose for a moment that Fu Manchu doesn’t know we have a beautiful white girl here with us?” he demands of the suitably appalled Terry. Sure enough, when Sheila falls into Fu Manchu’s hands she ends up being exhibited to the howling, sword-waving mob as an incentive to action. Having proclaimed himself Genghis Khan incarnate, Fu Manchu rallies his “chieftains” by showing them the reward that awaits them once they have conquered their enemies: namely, white nookie.
Shimmeringly fair in her flowing white robes, Sheila is carried in by Fu Manchu’s black servants, while the gathered “Asians” stretch up their hands to paw at her. Finally, she is put on exhibition at the front of the room, while Fu Manchu looms over her.
“Would you all have maidens like this for your wives?” Fu Manchu cries to his followers. “Then conquer and breed! Kill the white man and take his women!”
(This pivotal moment is somewhat undercut by the over-enthusiasm of the extras playing the “Mongol chieftains” who, upon being asked if they want maidens like these, respond with a wholehearted shout of, “YEAH!!”)
Incredible as it may seem, the real offensiveness of The Mask Of Fu Manchu does not reside in its outrageous Asian stereotypes. Those at least were intentional. Where this film really disturbs is in what it does all unknowingly, which is to present us with a group of “heroes” who are not only in every respect as viciously bigoted as the bad guys, but utterly insensitive towards, utterly contemptuous of, every culture on earth but their own…and then expect us to sympathise with them.
No doubt, the Caucasian can hold his own when it comes to racial invective. As soon as Nayland Smith has mentioned Fu Manchu, we are hearing about “his wicked eyes” and “his bony, cruel hands”. So on it goes. It ultimately falls to Sheila Barton to address Fu Manchu to his face as, “You hideous yellow monster!”
The difference here is that while Fu Manchu’s insults are deliberate and calculated, the Europeans don’t seem to realise they’re doing anything wrong, or that others might find their choice of language and their behaviour deeply offensive. Upon opening the tomb of Genghis Khan – to whom Terry has earlier referred as “the jolly old skeleton” – the archaeologists stand for just a moment, awe-struck. “You’re standing in the unplundered tomb of a king who died over seven hundred years ago!” comments Von Berg to Sheila—and promptly plunders it.
When the Chinese workmen rush into the opened tomb to kneel before the remains of the Khan, the others are astonished and indignant – fancy, Chinese people having the temerity to enter a Mongolian tomb! – and chase them out by firing their guns into the air. (Yes, by firing their guns in an enclosed, underground tomb: wherever white superiority resides, it clearly isn’t above the neck.) Terry also finds it necessary to kick one or two of them up the backside.
Having blithely secured the treasures of another nation – objects sacred to their rightful owners, yet sneeringly considered as just one more curiosity for the British museum by our heroes (and with anyone objecting to their actions dismissed as “fanatics”) – the Englishmen become aware that – surprise! – they’re being watched. “We can’t even trust our own coolies!” laments Nayland Smith. Well, hey, Nayland: try not calling them “coolies”, and see where that gets you! The climax of this film sees the three remaining white men freeing themselves from their various predicaments. Terry goes to rescue Sheila (even her natural superiority doesn’t allow her to rescue herself), and cuts down Fu Manchu with the scimitar of Genghis Khan—oh, irony! Meanwhile, Nayland Smith and Von Berg have gotten their hands on Fu Manchu’s death ray, with which they unhesitatingly slaughter the gathered chieftains in the room below them to the very last man.
(Although not, we note, the very last woman: thanks to last-minute re-writes and indecisiveness, Fah Lo See’s fate remains a mystery.)
At this point, those chieftains haven’t so much as lifted a finger against our heroes, but that fact isn’t permitted to bear any weight. And granted, they were planning to be part of Fu Manchu’s army for the destruction of “the accursed white race”…although given what we see of “the white race” in this film, one is hardly inclined to blame them. In fact, by the end of The Mask Of Fu Manchu, the viewer is likely to feel that the “Asians” and the “Caucasians” are just as bad as one another…while, perhaps, conceding white superiority, at least in one respect. If there is a message to be found in The Mask Of Fu Manchu, it seems to be that when it comes to racial bigotry, grave-robbing and/or mass murder, no-one beats Whitey. No-one.
In spite of all this, The Mask Of Fu Manchu Award For Jaw-Dropping Racism finally goes to neither its Asians nor its Caucasians, but to Hollywood itself. Few Asian actors were permitted to be “stars” in the early days of the film industry; and even when the lead character in a story was Asian, he or she would almost invariably be played by a white actor in make-up. The Mask Of Fu Manchu, however, takes this convention to disturbing lengths. It gives us not just a made-up Boris Karloff, but a made-up Myrna Loy as well.
(Surely one of the film industry’s most bizarre career transformations was that of Ms Loy, who in the space of two years went from playing not just bad girls and other women, but evil Asians and Eurasians as well, to a long reign as Hollywood’s favourite wife, the woman who proved that marriage could be fun, and husbands and wives, best friends.)
The “Asian-isation” of Myrna Loy was probably to be expected. Where things get truly worrisome is in the supporting and bit parts. In the first place, The Mask Of Fu Manchu – possibly taking a cue from Sax Rohmer – uses the word “Asian” with awe-inspiring broadness. There is not the slightest hint that anyone connected with the film was aware of the multitude of peoples, cultures, religions and ways of life that collectively make up what we generally term “Asia”. On the contrary, the word “Asians” is used to lump everyone from Singapore to Istanbul, and from Chennai to Vladivostok, together into a single, indistinguishable, swarming mass; a collective consciousness.
The crowning insult comes in the crowd scenes, as we realise that the vast majority of these homogeneous “Asians” are also played by white actors, and that only one of the actual Asians gets dialogue—and believe me, we wish he hadn’t. Willie Fung pops up in the film’s brief coda, playing a properly comic, and properly servile, and properly uneducated, pidgin-English-speaking, inanely giggling ship’s steward: an Asian who knows his place.
But even this isn’t the worst of it. In this battle for supremacy between “Asian” and “Caucasian”, there is no acknowledgement that anyone else is even present in the world. There are black characters in The Mask Of Fu Manchu, however—sort of. Fu Manchu keeps a small army of black henchmen. For the most part they are nameless, faceless ciphers who are used primarily for set decoration, standing around in the background of the lab scenes, naked except for their loin-clothy nappy things (this Fu Manchu definitely has a fetish), and coming to the fore only as Fu Manchu’s muscle…or as Fu Manchu’s victims.
This is classic Hollywood hypocrisy. Fu Manchu’s casual disposal of his black servants once they have served their purpose is supposed to be evidence of how evil and ruthless he is—yet when our so-called heroes are just as casual in killing them, we are expected to applaud it (as indeed was the case in countless films of this era, with “natives” and “savages” slaughtered beyond number). In short, the Asian man may deserve extermination for his audacity in attempting to threaten the superiority of the Caucasian, but in this world the black man barely even exists, being reduced to nothing more than set-dressing at best, or disposable victim at worst.
It is hardly surprising that for many years, The Mask Of Fu Manchu was a difficult film to see—or to see intact. With changing attitudes came censorship, the removal of much of the material I have been discussing. In a wonderful example of the double standard, for a long time only the anti-white invective was removed, while the anti-Asian invective was left untouched. And despite what I have had to say in this review, I am entirely in favour of the restoration of this film, and its availability uncut.
A viewing of The Mask Of Fu Manchu today is a real right brain / left brain kind of experience: on one hand, if you manage to overlook the appalling racism, the film is outrageously entertaining, particularly in the wholly unexpected kinkiness of Myrna Loy’s performance; on the other, we must face up to this film as a documentary record of an ugly aspect of our collective past. Burying our heads in the sand, pretending that such aspects did not exist, achieves nothing…and we know what they say about those who forget history.
Such lessons are all the more important in a world where prejudice too often comes disguised as patriotism, and where both sides, all sides, of our various conflicts use the behaviour of the minority to excuse the transgressions of the majority against what they know to be right…and where attempts to stem the tide of such conduct are too often swept aside with jeering accusations of political correctness. (You say “political correctness”, I say “good manners”.) With this in mind, we should, perhaps, close by highlighting the one fleeting, fascinating moment in The Mask Of Fu Manchu when the film suddenly gives us a surprising glimpse of a broader awareness.
As he contemplates the scimitar of Genghis Khan, Nayland Smith shakes his head. “Will we ever understand these Eastern races?” he inquires sadly of his companions. “Will we ever learn anything?”
You, Nayland? Absolutely not. The rest of us? Well—let’s hope…
This review was part of the B-Masters’ SO SORRY Roundtable.
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11 Responses to The Mask Of Fu Manchu (1932)
KeithB says:
“Say—this is obscene!” I can hear Nora Charles saying this.
lyzmadness says:
Yes! You can hear Myrna saying that, which makes me pretty sure it’s a true story.
davidleeingersoll says:
Warner Oland also played the “Japanese” scientist in WEREWOLF OF LONDON. What a strange career.
Well… It’s a livin’, as Bugs Bunny would say.
(Another film to copy over, you remind me.)
GeniusLemur says:
He also played Charlie Chan. IIRC, Oland pretty much built his career on playing Asians.
Kit the Coyote says:
I really need to pick up this movie and watch it. My first and still favorite encounter with Fu Manchu was the Brides of Fu Manchu, it had everything my young techi sci-fi heart loved. A cool mad scientist villain played just right (Christopher you will be so missed), a planet threatening death ray with lots of techy looking machinery and controls, a quasi-scientific basis for at all that worked for the audience, and yes the action, torture and mayhem. I think I’ve seen two others, both with Christopher Lee, one of which was the MST3K version of Castle of Fu Manchu.
Yes, you do! 🙂
I think I’ve seen all of the Lee Manchu films, though I must confess I have trouble keeping them straight in my mind. (I remember Castle best, and not just for MST3K—for Jess Franco + Rosalba Neri in drag: yowza!)
RogerBW says:
This must be a distinct influence on Flash Gordon too (what with the comic strip starting in 1934).
I can’t remember which of the Lee Fu Manchus it is, but I recall one where the “overload the reactor” lever is perfectly placed for a dying henchman to fall on it.
That’s Castle too!
****SPOILERS*****
That was Brides of Fu Manchu, my favorite. The ‘Death Ray’ in the movie is actually a broadcast power setup that would have made Tesla green with envy. A massive power plant feeding a transmitter system. The receiver would turn the energy into a sudden quick release of energy disintegrating everything around it. But there was a limit to how much the system could handle at the transmission site so they built an actual lever that had to be manually moved past a safety notch to feed in any more power than the safety limit. For a safety mechanism it was rather poorly designed, a simple safety catch would have prevented the disaster.
When the heroes jammed the signal, Fu Manchu told his daughter to move the lever a little past the safety mark and hold it to give them the little extra bit of power to break through the jamming. His technican though panicked and tried to stop her. Fu Manchu shot him and he fell onto the lever pushing it all the way down to the maximum position causing the system to overload and blow up..
Technology wise it really not a bad idea. Broadcast power is certainly a reality and achievable thing. But receiver/bomb is the real problem. The only way I see it working is if the power is being built up in some sort of capacitor that suddenly releases it when ready. But if you had that why do you need the transmitted power, just taps the local power mains and let it build up on its own. Still as death rays go it one of the better ones I’ve seen.
Ah, you’re quite right! Too many damn levers in this subgenre! 😀
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Original cocktail time!
Filed under: Uncategorized — akcb @ 3:38 am
Probably. I mean it’s so simple, surely somebody’s come up with it before, but here’s the deal. Y’all know my friend the crusty bastard, right? Well the bastard and our mutual friend LAB are quite enamored of a highball they call the Pirate Mo. It’s a long drink consisting of coconut rum (but not the one you’re thinking of), Diet Coke and the juice from half a small lime. Good, but not mind-blowingly so. This evening I took it upon myself to find a slightly more complex yet still delicious cocktail that features their coconut rum of choice, Lady Bligh (a dear $13 or so per liter). I’ve come up with the working title of…
Sunshine on My Shoulders
1.5oz Lady Bligh (or Malibu, if you’re feeling flush) coconut rum
.75oz Strega liqueur
.5oz lemon juice
Shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with mint or a lemon peel.
I shall try this with lime juice after my next trip to the grocery store, but as it stands, it’s a pretty decent little cocktail. Do with it what you will. I recommend making it in quantity for your next wilding!
And I would like to thank you, Dixie Carter…
…on behalf of ALL sitcom lovers in the world for your portrayal of Julia Sugarbaker.
Dead at 70.
John Aravosis will blow your fucking head off.
John Aravosis of AmericaBlog, one of my daily reads, has apparently completely lost her fucking mind.
Last night, in regards to the “Pardon me, sir. Quatar light?” incident, he posted this:
They should have shot him on the spot. What the hell is an Arab diplomat doing making jokes about blowing up US planes?
Today, he carried on carrying on.
Reckless judgments? The ass tried to light up a cigarette on an airplane. Something that has been illegal since the early 90s, going on twenty years. Has he been living under a rock? And he lit it up in an aircraft bathroom, which is a fire hazard – airplane bathrooms are full of paper in a confined area.
No threatening activity? An Arab lighting a fire on an airplane. I’m not saying it SHOULD mater(sic) that he’s Arab, I’m saying it DOES matter in terms of only making things worse. Absolutely tone deaf.
And this evening, he reiterated his earlier point:
Qatari diplomat who tried to smoke a cig in airplane bathroom, then joked about lighting his shoe on fire, was en-route to visit Al Qaeda inmate. All one big coincidence, I’m sure, but Qatar had better fix this now. (And I’m sorry, but you try to smoke on a plane, you deserve to be shot by the air marshal, as far as I’m concerned.
Seriously? Because of a nicotine fit? The guaranteed arrest, probable fine and possible jail-time (provided, of course, you’re not covered with some sweet-ass diplomatic immunity) aren’t punishment enough?
Now, I know the guy has asthma. Anybody who’s read a handful of his posts knows he has asthma because he’s real chatty-cathy about it. Like allergies, I don’t believe in asthma and automatically assume people who claim they have asthma are faking attacks for attention. Therefore, I’m calling for the execution sans trial of those with “asthma attacks” by federal agents on account of I find it annoying. I mean sure, you could use your inhaler, but how do I know that’s not some weaponized aerosol super-Muslim toxin designed to kill everyone around you? I don’t, therefore you should be able to hold that until the end of the flight and do it outside the airport, fifty feet away from the exit. Or die!
Also, crying babies, people with MBAs who sit next to me and want to use my tray table to hold a stack of work documents while sighing loudly over there laptops, old ladies who want to talk about how “that colored man is destroying the country” and anyone who doesn’t keep the window-shade drawn. Shoot them too.
Or, maybe we could both have a fucking sense of perspective. After all, people did smoke on flights for a goodly number of years and to my knowledge none of them dropped out of the sky due to an errant butt. Now it’s against the law, so don’t smoke on planes y’all, but if you succumb you shouldn’t have to be guaranteed a SHOT IN THE FACE.
Also we could request Qatar send fewer arrogant numb-nuts assholes over here on diplomatic bidness.
O glorious day!
Well, June 6 anyway. Received a call from my good friend the Crusty Bastard this evening. Guess what’s making its triumphant return to the list of Kansas City’s summer food festivals? KOSHERFEST! This is one of my favorite food experiences in KC and I missed it terribly last year. If you’ve yet to experience it, mark your calendars. You won’t be disappointed. The macaroons! The blintzes! The kugel, oh the kugel…
Newark, NJ just had its first calendar month without a murder since 1966. Pretty impressive for a city once dubbed the “Most Dangerous City in America” by Time Magazine. Perhaps our good mayor, instead of, y’know, hosing pigeon shit off bridges, could dash up there and see what they’re doing about this whole “violent crime” thing.
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This lucky charmer issued a beat down in the middle of a Chicago(home of Mimi Plastique!) public aid office. And then began to vogue. Seriously.
Maybe when he collects his check, he can road-trip down Georgia way and sort out this poor kid‘s POS parents.
Some gentle words on DADT and the pols supporting it.
Miss Florida 2007-2011, Charlie Crist, opposes the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell because
“We are a nation at war. The governor believes the current policy has worked, and there is no need to make changes.”
Oh yes, bitch, it’s an absolute model policy that forces those who wish to defend the Consitution to lie and conceal in order to do so and kicks out people we actually need in the endless War on Tara (oh, except one of the kids in the linked tale of woe was “allowed” to stay in Iraq until the end of his tour before being discharged because a fag in the sand is worth two Freepers in the basement).
Charlie Crist married in 1979 for less than a year. And married again in 2008 when she thought it might help her get the VP nomination on the Republican ticket. She also loves the cock. Allegedly, FWIW.
Fuck her. And if John McCain wasn’t already sucking it, he can resume doing so now ( and by “it” I mean Lindsey Graham).
Only 32 days until Gay Christmas (based on the novel Push by Sapphire)!
Oscar nominations are in. My predictions follow.
Penelope Cruz, Nine
Vera Farmiga, Up in the Air
Maggie Gyllenhaal, Crazy Heart
Anna Kendrick, Up in the Air
Mo’nique, Precious
Skinny bitches are evil. Congratulations, Mo’nique.
Matt Damon, Invictus
Woody Harrelson, The Messenger
Christopher Plummer, The Last Station
Stanley Tucci, The Lovely Bones
Christoph Waltz, Inglourious Basterds
As go the Globes, so goes Oscar? Maybe. Chrisoph Waltz.
Sandra Bullock, The Blind Side
Helen Mirren, The Last Station
Carey Mulligan, An Education
Gabourey Sidibe, Precious
Meryl Streep, Julie & Julia
My heart says Meryl, but I’m pretty sure its Sandy B. in a walk. For a shitty movie.
Jeff Bridges, Crazy Heart
George Clooney, Up in the Air
Colin Firth, A Single Man
Morgan Freeman, Invictus
Jeremy Renner, The Hurt Locker
Jeff Bridges, done and done.
James Cameron, Avatar
Kathryn Bigelow, The Hurt Locker
Quentin Tarantino, Inglourious Basterds
Lee Daniels, Precious
Jason Reitman, Up in the Air
I’m calling a split Director/Picture this year. Katherine Bigelow gives the finger to her ex and walks home with a small golden man.
Mark Boal, The Hurt Locker
Alessandro Camon & Oren Moverman, The Messenger
Joel & Ethan Coen, A Serious Man
Pete Docter, Bob Peterson, & Thomas McCarthy, Up
It’s been a couple of years since the Coen brothers took home awards for Directing and Picture for No Country for Old Men. And the Academy loves them some Coen.
Neil Blomkamp & Terri Tatchell, District 9
Nick Hornby, An Education
Jesse Armstrong, Simon Blackwell, Armando Ianucci, & Tony Roche, In the Loop
Geoffrey Fletcher, Precious
Jason Reitman & Sheldon Turner, Up in the Air
I’m pulling for District 9.
Ajami (Israel)
El secreto de sus ojos (Argentina)
The Milk of Sorrow (Peru)
Un Prophete (France)
The White Ribbon (Germany)
Seriously, who cares? I’ll go with the Krauts.
Up, up and away.
Duh. Congratulations, Avatar.
Happy 84th birthday, Elaine Stritch!
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You may know her as Jack Donaghy’s mother on 30 Rock, but before that she was the toast of Broadway (and one of our more famous high-functioning alcoholics), famous for originating the role of Joanne in Company. Well into her 70s in the video below, she can still sell a song.
I wantsssssss it.
As expected, the Apple iPad was announced today. When the iPod arrived on the scene, my curiousity was piqued, but I waited a couple of years before buying one and when I did, it was cheaper, smaller and as awesome as I anticipated. After buying it, I regretted waiting so long; most days it’s the only thing standing between my sanity and murdering every single person in my office.
Then the iPhone came out and it looked awesome, but I had a free Blackberry and a ridiculously cheap service plan subsidized by The Work. I still find it to be a pretty impressive device but have no real desire to own one. And being locked into AT&T’s service makes my balls shrink up into my chest cavity.
But the iPad? I crave and want and need. Web browsing, email, books, games, watching my stories? All without a 250-degree laptop melting my sack to my thigh? And all those fun little apps iPhone users are always so desperate to show me? Ah, sweet mystery of life, have I found you at last.
I’m sorely tempted to slap down $829 for the top-of-the-line model, first day out. Well, second day. Because I’ve seen the folks that show up for releases at the Apple store, and they’re not my folks. Maybe 60 days out, I’ll have a bit of perspective and decide to wait until the price comes down. But Apple groped my inner fanboy today. Jobs, well done.
OH, and another thing. I’m officially banning the iPad/maxi-pad meme; 98% of blogs covered this In The First Five Minutes, it was never even mildly amusing and now let’s put it to bed.
ALSO, Steve Jobs, if you can afford the liver of a 12-year old Indonesian, you can afford to shop at a non-mom-jeans store. Look into this. Maybe develop an iPant to take us boldy in 2011.
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“What Have We Done?” A Review of The Desolation of Smaug (Hobbit Part 2)
Posted on December 18, 2013 by Brenton Dickieson
These words are breathed in the dying moments of the second installation of The Hobbit adaptation, The Desolation of Smaug. Inevitably, this is the question that true Tolkien fans expect Peter Jackson’s adaptation team to be asking of themselves right now. I would encourage true Tolkien fans to get angry with me in the comments below. The truth is, I quite liked this film. As a fantasy adventure that took some imaginative risks, it was a cinematic treat.
Still, given the ominous quote in the title, I thought it would be appropriate in my review to ask what Jackson has really done.
With the exception of the hint in title, I will not be providing any spoilers here. Indeed, I wish I were. Some of the greatest parts of the film are in the trailers that leaked out through 2013. This, I think, demonstrates the lack of elegance in The Hobbit trilogy of films. There seems to be less discretion with how far the adapters should go than there was with The Lord of the Rings.
It comes down to the fundamental problem I identified in my review of the first film, An Unexpected Journey. With The Lord of the Rings, Jackson was adapting an epic book for an epic film. With The Hobbit, he is translating a fairy tale to an epic film. It is a much different task. And while I enjoy these films as they are, people expecting a faithful adaptation are always going to be disappointed. Adaptation is not enough. It requires translation.
I will give two examples that are, I think, linked.
The first place where something is lost in translation is in the mythic foundation for the story. Do your remember Galadrial’s voice echoing in the darkness of the theatre when The Fellowship of the Ring was released? An elvish voice:
The world is changed.
I feel it in the water.
I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air.
Much that once was is lost, for none now live who remember it.
Instead, in An Unexpected Journey, we begin with a stock “old man setting the record straight” scene. It is a very bad one minute of film before it launches into a brilliant vision of Erebor. But notice the transition: Bilbo says, “It began long ago, in a land far away….” It is a fairy tale beginning. Yet we know the film series cannot end, “and they lived happily ever after.” It is an epic. It will end with victory in the midst of great loss. It has to.
This is where Peter Jackson falls between the stools of fairy tale and epic. While the structure of both LOTR and The Hobbit are fairy tales—there and back again tales—neither of the movie trilogies are. As The Fellowship of the Ring begins epically with a mythic voice, a Creation and Fall narrative, that is the voice that is needed in An Unexpected Journey.
Instead, Jackson tries to backfill the mythic elements in the first two Hobbit films, adding small montages that echo legend and history. But “Genesis” is at the beginning of the Bible for a reason: all epic tales need an epic beginning, and usually a Creation myth that requires a messianic redeemer. In The Lord of the Rings, the messianic tale is a struggle against great evil that threatens to crush all that is beautiful. In The Hobbit trilogy, it is revenge against a monster. Jackson fails in the mythic elements.
Which leads to the second translation problem in the new films, that of motivation. Perhaps it was meant to be a show of restraint, but behind the motivation of “revenge” against Smaug the Destroyer is really a story or Exile and Return. Or at least it could be. Slowly, the dwarfish heartache for the Lonely Mountain builds to its first misty vision four hours after the tale begins. Smaug is a pretender, a tyrant. Smaug is Babylon.
I think the “Exile and Return” story is a real missed opportunity for Jackson in these new films. The biblical story comes down to these moments: Creation, Fall, Covenant, Exile and Return, and Redemption. This is the biblical story because it is the human story. In The Lord of the Rings we have the Creation, Fall, and Redemption elements; The Hobbit in translation to screen could be an Exile and Return story based upon a prophetic Covenant narrative. Does Peter Jackson fail here because he misunderstands mythmaking, or because he cannot understand J.R.R. Tolkien’s worldview? I’m just not sure.
I am getting back to the mythic problems in Jackson’s Hobbit. But I am also looking toward the question of motivation. In translating from fairy tale to epic there has to be a shift in motivation. In a fairy tale, it is good enough that dwarves want gold or revenge or homecoming. It is good enough that good guys fight bad guys even when the good guys are at war with one another. It is a different kind of a tale.
But in an epic we need deep reasons, motivations rooted in the myths that structure the tale. I feel these motivations are lacking here in the new films.
Some examples. Thorin is a puzzle to me. I don’t see the conversion in his motivation from homecoming—return from Exile—to this arkenstone-lust and tribal hatred that dominates The Desolation of Smaug. More interaction with Balin and Bilbo was needed for us to see these shifts in Thorin. This is a concern I had in the beginning: how can Jackson show the gold lust well?
One of the ways he does this is by paralleling the luring of the arkenstone with the luring of the One Ring. I think this is a mistake for three reasons. First, the arkenstone will bring reconciliation, while the ring only brings dispersion. Second, it means that the ring has to begin its luring of Bilbo so much earlier than is anticipated in The Lord of the Rings films. It creates a discontinuity within the world Jackson has created.
And finally, it results in the confusion of Bilbo’s own motivation. There are some good moments, where Bilbo acts based on motivations of duty and personal morality and friendship (and a hobbitish kind of courage). But when Bilbo meets the arkenstone, many things are confused. He risks life and limb to do his duty, but it is not clear why, in the end, he does not. Is it the lure of the arkenstone? Is it the lure of the ring? Is it the concern that Bilbo has for faltering Thorin? I’m just not sure.
And there is more confusion on the motivation front. Why is Saruman faltering? Is Galadriel a rebel? All of a sudden Thorin is on the run from Sauron’s hitmen and Gandalf has a crisis of conscience over his meddling in Middle Earth. Why is Bard helping? Why is Bard not helping? Why is Bard in jail? Why is Bard running through town with a black arrow when there is no threat just yet? Why does Smaug leave the battle when he does? Most of all, there are times that the inner motivations of the good characters look much the same as the motivation of Azog the Defiler.
And then there is the elf-chick/dwarf/elf-prince love triangle. But who can account for the motivations of the heart?
You may be wondering how I could say that I liked this film. It is true that I think that The Hobbit films fail as epic films, and fail as a translation of Tolkien’s fairy tale.
However, The Desolation of Smaug is a great fantasy adventure. It is filled with bright humour, beautiful scenery, characters that catch my attention, and a distinct goal that has me peaking around the corners as the camera pans. Sure, there are some costume seams running up the backs of monsters. The dimensions of time and space are paced awkwardly in the series. And Thranduil, the Elf King of Mirkwood is like David Bowie’s long lost elf-child from Labrynth.
But, despite these problems, it really is great fun.
In particular, I love the battle scenes. Elves are incredible fighters, better than a faerie version of Bruce Lee. The imaginative risks in choreography take a Disneyland barrel-river scene and turns it into the highlight of the film. And despite my puzzlement, I really do like Tauriel the elf-lady. She helps create tension when it is tempting to forget the role that elves play in the tale.
And I do like Smaug. After the Eragon adaptation, I thought I could never bear another dragon on film. But Benedict Cumberbatch’s voice with a visually stunning worm of misery is a great combination.
So, what has Peter Jackson done here? He has certainly not created an adaptation that will satisfy many Tolkien Society members. No doubt they are calling this film “The Desolation of Tolkien.” And I don’t think he has done a great job of translating The Hobbit into an epic film, despite what I think is a superb performance by Martin Freeman.
What he has done, despite all flaws and hesitations, is create what is a very good fantasy adventure series inspired by The Hobbit. And he has improved. The Desolation of Smaug is undoubtedly superior to An Unexpected Journey. I will watch it a second time to really know for sure, but I am quite excited about the last film, There and Back Again.
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46 Responses to “What Have We Done?” A Review of The Desolation of Smaug (Hobbit Part 2)
realpeterblack says:
Very true. When I heard this was being milked into 3 movies, I laughed. The hobbit was shorter than any of the lotr books and somehow it is going to be a trilogy.
I was amazed when I heard. I think it was the Tolkien Prof that first targeted the epic-fairy tale divide, I don’t know. But, save the Battle of 5 Armies, I had trouble seeing how it could be done.
I can’t debate about it yet because I haven’t seen it, but I already know from the first film and the trailers that it has very little to do with the book. I suspect that Jackson and the other writers don’t actually like the book… I also suspect that they don’t have a vision for what they are doing with it. They’ve also made some unfortunate story-telling choices, like substituting petty reasons for the elf/dwarf conflict for much more powerful reasons.
but here’s hoping I enjoy the spectacle anyway. I’m having a hard time finding friends willing to go with me, even to a matinee for $5.50. There’s a lot of anger going around, and those who have already seen it are mostly discouraging those who haven’t from bothering.
I hope you do find someone to go with. I would recommend going with someone who just likes great adventures, rather than a Tolkien fan.
And I wonder: You are something of an expert. Has your cyncism–your Jacksonitis–deepened the more that you know of Tolkien’s world?
The reasoning for elf-dwarf conflict deepens in #2, but not by much.
The friend I was hoping to go with, who is very non-critical of films in general, went to see it with someone else already and is going again with her nieces, but the time may not work for me. I may go alone, but I might also talk my brother into it as his merciless teasing of me ought to keep me in a lighter mood. His problems with the first movie differ a bit from mine, too, so that helps give me perspective.
Ah, I was deep in the Tolkien legendarium before Jackson’s Fellowship of the Ring. I went into the theater, that first time, expecting to see Tolkien butchered on screen and I was pleasantly surprised. I thought then, and I still think, that the LotR films did a good job and were respectful of the original work. I liked most (though not all) of the changes they made in adapting that story to the silver screen. The problems I had then are still the problems I have now, but they don’t overshadow my appreciation of the whole.
The Hobbit movies, though, are threatening to give me Jacksonitis where I did not have it before. Like Revgeorge, I fear that these films will create false expectations or impressions of the book that will either disappoint readers going to the text for the wrong reasons, or turn away readers who might like the book because they don’t like the movie. 😦 For instance, the LotR books are admittedly slow in spots, but the Hobbit has a nice brisk pace. It is what I suggest to readers who aren’t high-fantasy or thick-book fans. Yet what do I hear reviewers complaining of in the films? Especially the first one? “Too slow, badly paced.”
The pacing in both is bad. Part of my argument, though, is that as a viewer, we buy into the LOTR films because they are myth-based epic films. So if there is 6 minutes of laughing or 3 hours of 3 guys running in Rohan, we are okay with that.
But with this fairy tale-epic with no myth, we don’t buy in. They have to be better to be just as good, if you see what I mean.
I’ll grant that RotK was badly paced, but I don’t think FotR or TT were. You have a point with the fairy-tale epic bit, though. One of the problems is the padding it takes to turn a short fairytale and bits of the Appendices into an “epic.” I also wonder if Jackson and co. had less autonomy this time around.
There is actually a lawsuit over source material between the studio and the JRRT folk, so we’ll see. I wonder if that is a big PR student. Dunno.
The big thing is taking up the war with the Necromancer–just a few lines in the Hobbit. It isn’t padding, but a second storyline. That’s optimistic. We’ll see.
revgeorge says:
Ah, where to start? I won’t get angry. That I’ll do only if I see the film. And even then I might be able to bear it if I remember the advice someone recently gave me, “Just remember it’s like Hobbit fan fiction.”
No, I primarily feel sadness when I think that for some people this will be their first introduction to Tolkien and that later if they go to the book they’ll be disappointed that it’s not as exciting and fast paced and so angsty as the movie and think that Jackson is a better storyteller and more visionary than Tolkien ever was. But I guess I can’t do anything about that and I suspect even Jackson would feel sad if people had that reaction.
I think you hit most of the points as to why The Hobbit films aren’t as well told as the LOTR ones. Some of the reasons lie with Peter Jackson and with what I think is his inability to get Tolkien and others are simply the difficulties you mention between telling a fairy tale and an epic on screen.
But hey, the cinematography has always been great. And I do want to see the movie or parts of it at least for the scenes with Smaug. Although the best ever screen dragon is Vermithrax Pejorative from Dragonslayer.
I loved your comment about Thranduil being the long lost elf-child of David Bowie. 🙂
From what I have heard, both from those who like it and those who don’t, is that it IS Tolkien fanfiction. Whether it is good or bad fanfiction depends on who you ask. I haven’t seen it yet to give an opinion.
robstroud says:
Thorough and thoughtful. What we have come to expect from you. Bravo!
Many thanks Rob! Will you see the film?
Andron Ocean says:
Your reviewer’s hammer hit the nail on the head regarding the epic vs fairy tale trouble that Jackson is vacillating between. I’d personally say that “Adaptation is too much; translation is what’s needed.” However, cinema seems to have trouble getting the epic feeling right under any circumstances. Hollywood has done better with fairy tales on occasion, but I think the “requirement” that The Hobbit be an action movie might be the reason for its failure in that department.
Jackson is a great action/adventure director, so it’s no surprise to me that you praise those parts of the movie. Tolkien, on the other hand, had little love for the sort of action and adventure that today dominate most fantasy literature and films. That’s a compatibility problem from the start. We should probably be pleased that Jackson did as well as he did with LotR. I chalk that up to respect for Tolkien, which (as I’ve ranted elsewhere) seems lacking on this project.
(By the way, it’s Arkenstone, not archenstone. Though, O Narnian person, I can’t really fault you for that 😛 )
I will fix that spelling! I used the Greek, of course. A bad assumption when dealing with an author from the middle ages. Narnia is much more Greek, and that was my favourite subject in school.
I liked LOTR and thought they better represented the books than the Hobbit films. You are right about the action.
As I think about it more, I think the gaf is when Hobbit is set up like a fairy tale and then tries to be epic, whereas LOTR was an epic with fairy tale elements. So some of my favourite parts of LOTR are the fairy tale elements–humour, light, story, hopefulness, Hobbitness. But in the Hobbit films, my favourite parts are the epic parts–adventure, battles, struggle, impossibility. This is why I used the 2 stool analogy.
I don’t mind the inclusion of that storyline. I am intrigued to see what they do with it. There is plenty of padding besides that, though.
Home And Spirit says:
Great review! I haven’t seen yet but I was expecting it to be a feast for the eyes, some good acting but not true to Tolkien’s story. I wonder if the movie gets saved when it’s released on dvd with deleted scenes put back in like they did with LOTR.
I was thinking of that. I love the extra work in LOTR. Has anyone seen the DVD for “An Unexpected Journey?”
L. Palmer says:
“But in an epic we need deep reasons, motivations rooted in the myths that structure the tale.”
I agree with this statement, and I think it unlocks both what works and doesn’t work in other great fantasy/epic stories. We need to care about what is at stake. In the book of the Hobbit, there is not much at stake until the very end.
And at the end of the book, the definition of enemy and friend changes because of new meaning.
Sørina Higgins says:
Nicely done, Brenton!! My review is here: http://www.curatormagazine.com/sorinahiggins/the-company-that-keeps-us/
I’ve tweeted that out!
Raewyn Hewitt says:
Yes really great review – and I think you nailed it about the epic v fairytale mash-up. As you know I was very fangirly about the first movie, but now that you mention it, probably for the spectacle rather than storytelling brilliance. My attitude going in is to appreciate what works, and suspend disbelief (as far as you can) for the rest. However I was nervous about the motivations / new storylines going in to this movie – which is why I haven’t seen it yet. Although I will – although I am glad you still found plenty to like.
There is a lot to like in both films, though more in the second one. I need to watch the DVD and then re-watch #2 to put things in context, but it is worth going to.
Well, I saw the movie yesterday. The best thing about it was the Godzilla trailer beforehand. The second best thing were the scenes with Smaug. My quick review: Leave in pretty much everything with Smaug and take out most everything else, and you’ve got yourself a pretty good movie!
A slightly cynical review!
I am more positive, but I’m also not as much a purist, as we’ve discussed.
Actually, my thoughts on the movie had little to do with purism and more about what I consider to be Jackson’s poor storytelling abilities. Here’s a link to my longer review:
http://thehogshead.org/the-hobbit-the-desolation-of-smaug-reviewed-by-a-non-jackson-fan-10242/
I will check it out. I hoped you had more than 2 lines to say!
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stephencwinter says:
For me, once I had recognised (largely through your help) the challenges Jackson faced to bring Tolkien’s original fairy tale into the narrative style of The Lord of the Rings, I was ready to enjoy the film. The trouble was that Jackson tends to indulge in a limited repertoire of tricks and after a while I find myself ticking them off in my mind, thus…
Terror in a high place, will our hero fall to his doom?
Our hero is in danger. Will help come? Ah yes, a rescuer crashes into the scene, the “surprise” heightened by the scene being filmed in close-up, etc.
And then during the chase by the dragon through Erebor I just got bored. It can’t be that I know the story, I never got bored during the films of The Lord of the Rings.
I feel that I owe the story the duty of my attendance at the final film though I fear that it will be long on battle scenes and short on skilled story telling.
That’s a really good point about Jackson’s bag of tricks. If he wasn’t genre-confused, that would work. Fairy tale uses repetition well, but our culture says, “oh look! another giant eagle to save the day.”
Now, myself, I quite liked the action shots, especially the new ninja elves. But I can only love those once I’ve given up myself!
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Reference is made to the IHF Council decision of 8 July 2014 with regard to the 2015 Men’s World Championship in Qatar and the reallocation of the open spot. Kindly find below a description of the process regarding the council decision.
As a common procedure, the IHF is analyzing all events from different perspectives. One part of the analysis is done from a performance point of view. As respond to the report presented to the IHF Council by the IHF Commission of Organizing and Competition (COC) Chairman, the IHF Executive and the IHF Council discussed the technical report internally and reacted immediately via email communication.
For many years the International Handball Federation has given teams of Oceania the opportunity to take part at IHF Events through a compulsory place. Unfortunately the expected results were not achieved and the gap between the teams from Oceania and the rest of the world did not decrease. With giving the possibility to take part at events where the gap is not as big as in senior national team indoor competitions, the IHF is still trying to develop handball; therefore Oceania is represented in events such as the Beach Handball World Championship or the IHF Super Globe (Club event).
Status Oceania:
According to IHF statutes 10.2. “Continental Confederations shall be recognised when they have at least ten Member Federations”. At this point, such recognition has not yet taken place (the IHF granted membership to several federations at the last congress in Doha) due to the fact that the congress of the Oceania Handball Confederation will only take place in October 2014.
Further, according to IHF statutes 18.1. point 2 “ The IHF may entrust the Continental Confederations with the organisation of qualifications for championships under full supervision of the IHF. The IHF shall confirm the results of these qualifications”
The IHF neither entrusted the “non-existing” Continental Confederation of Oceania to organize a qualification event, nor did it confirm the results. Moreover, the IHF informed the National Federations of AUS/NZL on 11 April 2014 that the Council will decide about the status of the continent of Oceania in its meeting on 8 July in Zagreb and in particular about the compulsory place for Oceania for future events, and asked to postpone the planned matches until the corresponding decision has been made.
Nevertheless the matches between NZL and AUS were played as the preparations had already reached an advanced level. The IHF provided assistance in staging the matches in order to ensure a regular competition in the region and to sustain the motivation of the handball players, but again informed both federations that the match might not be recognised as qualification event, depending on the IHF council decision in July. The IHF will also in future help with different measures within the region to support our sport.
On 17 June 2014 the IHF informed the Australian Handball Federation again that the Council will decide about the participation of Australia at the 2015 Men’s World Championship.
Based on the before mentioned explanation and having the opinion of the legal bodies of the IHF, the IHF Council decided in its meeting on 8 July to first confirm that the Continental Confederation of Oceania is not recognised and that the IHF competition regulations point 2.3. have to be updated, meaning that Oceania will not have a compulsory place anymore and that this place has to be awarded to another nation. (see details below)
Change of regulation for IHF competitions:
Drawing the attention to the fact that according to the IHF statutes, the competence of changing the regulations for IHF competitions is foreseen for the IHF Council, the IHF Council changed the regulations for IHF competitions point 2.8. on 30 May 2014. This amendment was done before the qualification events, with the purpose to change the regulation before the qualification events without knowing the qualifiers. The Council then confirmed the change once again on 8 July 2014 and agreed on the following updated text:
2.8. Non-appearance:
If the team of a federation that has qualified for the World Championship does not take part, the IHF Executive Committee shall decide on a respective substitute nation.
If a Continental Confederation does not use its performance or compulsory places, or if another place is open due to any other reasons, the IHF Executive Committee shall decide on the reallocation of such places.
The IHF Executive Committee has the needed competence to decide about the awarding of open places, as they are always consulting the respective bodies within the IHF. Further the regulation for IHF competitions is being constantly revised and the IHF through the responsible COC are working continuously on updates to find the best solution for our sport worldwide.
Substitute nation Germany:
According to the IHF common procedures, the performance at IHF events is always taken into consideration. Performance places for all World Championships are awarded based on the results of World Championships, and also the seeding is done according to the World Championships results. Further, the right for participating at Olympic Qualification Tournaments is based on the results of World Championships as well and on top of that 7 teams from WCh qualify directly to the Olympic Qualification Tournaments. At the same time also the draw procedures and the seeding for all events are connected to the World Championships results. That is why the results of the last World Championships have been taken into consideration.
Based on the before-mentioned regulation amendment and all further explanations, a substitute nation for the 2015 World Championship had to be found. The Council discussed several ideas, solutions and possibilities. Based on the different proposals, the COC Chairman proposed to take the ranking of the previous World Championship into consideration when voting about the awarding of the open place. The Council followed the proposal and then decided to award this place to the best-ranked team of the 2013 Men’s World Championship in Spain that has not obtained a place through the continental qualifications. Based on this criterion, the national team of Germany, which was ranked 5th at the 2013 WCh in Spain, was awarded with the open place.
Before the issue was presented to the IHF Council, the before described processes were analyzed by the legal bodies of the IHF, which confirmed the legal correctness of the procedure and that the IHF Council may decide about the status of Oceania, the change of regulations and the substitute nation.
Furthermore the communication to AUS/NZL in April was not made public, as the qualifications in different continents were still pending and speculations about an additional open place should be avoided before the respective body – the IHF Council – has dealt with this matter.
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Autumn School - Medieval Law and Medieval Germanic Languages, 19-23 October 2015, Ghent University, Belgium
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This Autumn School is organized for MA and PhD-students in Medieval Studies (art history, history, law, linguistics, literature, philosophy …). Course 1 is aimed at students who are required to work with medieval legal documents or sources containing references to juridical procedures. Course 2 is intended for students wishing to contextualize historical texts in a Germanic language and for students conducting research into the field of communication during the Middle Ages (e.g. in the context of international trade, immigration, and so on).
Each course lasts for two-and-a-half days, during which leading experts in the field offer in-depth sessions on several topics related to the themes selected for this Autumn School.
In the space of two-and-a-half days, students will thus acquire a basic knowledge of either Medieval Law or communication in North-Western Europe, as well as the skills to implement this knowledge in their own research projects.
No previous knowledge is required for both classes; a solid knowledge of at least one Germanic language is highly recommended.
Both courses are delivered in English. Since the two courses are offered in sequence, participants can enroll for both.
The application deadline is September 10, 2015. There will be a maximum of 20 participants per course. Applications should be sent to Martine.DeReu@UGent.be and must contain the following information: course applied for, university where your MA or PhD will be obtained, mother tongue, level of English, research topic for your master’s or doctoral thesis and, only for those applying for the course on Medieval Germanic Languages and not having a Germanic Language as mother tongue: proficiency level in a (specified) Germanic language.
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Route 66 to Oklahoma ~ Part II
November 5, 2011 By Michelle Hendry
Jeff & I at Gary Turner’s “Gay Parita” station, Route 66 © 2011 Michelle Basic Hendry
We set out on old Route 66 from the Springfield KOA in Missouri a little later than planned but after two days of very little sleep, a real campground was a gift. We were not disappointed. This section all the way from Springfield, through Kansas to Oklahoma is jam packed with great old buildings that lined the sometimes narrow trail cut by Mother Road.
Plano Casket Factory Ruins © 2011 Michelle Basic Hendry
Our first stop was the ruin of an old casket making factory at Plano. We paused at the crossroads and wandered through the stone walls that contained more brush than what surrounded it. The wind and the occasional passing car were the only sounds.
We continued on to Halltown and Paris Springs and found ourselves at Gary Turner’s replica of the old “Gay Parita” Gas Station. The old garage on the same site is original to 1929 and built of the rough stone that was to become more an more common as we approached Oklahoma. We pulled up in front of the Station and we were immediately greeted by Gary himself.
Gary started by handing us each a bottle of “Route 66” soda in Black Cherry and “Route” beer, took us into the garage and started talking about his cars, local artists including well known Jerry McClanahan, whose acrylic and watercolour paintings are famous for their depictions of classic Route 66, past and present. The walls were full of classic signs and photographs from the heyday of the Mother Road; the floors covered with old refrigerators, gas pumps and a lovingly restored Ford F-5 which Gary wants to convert into a ‘wrecker’.
Gary Turner’s Garage, Route 66 © 2011 Michelle Basic Hendry
Gary, by his own admission, is a true “Hillbilly” and he has tried his hand at many interesting things. His kindness and willingness to greet and share his wealth of knowledge with every visitor makes him the best “must see” stop on a trip down Route 66.
He invited me to sit in his Model “A” with “Bonnie” and took my picture. He showed us how to make memories on our trip down the Mother Road by getting the autographs of those that touched us. Gary was our first.
Me and Gary
As were were getting ready to leave, Gary insisted we visit Spencer and the old steel bridge over the creek. The road through Spencer is hand troweled concrete and was in the best condition of any of the roads we traveled, including the Interstate.
It was easy to slow our pace and really get into the rhythm of the Mother Road. We forgot we had any particular destination and got lost – sometimes literally – along the winding pavement that was old Route 66. On one of the rare occasions that I was behind the wheel of our 36 foot rig, I ended up on a road that was only wide enough for me. My husband was trying to rest, but I think he ended up more stressed watching me navigate around other traffic that he decided to take over again.
Spencer on a spur of old Route 66 © 2011 Michelle Basic Hendry
Just before leaving Missouri, we entered the beautiful city of Joplin. Joplin is now known across North America, not for its position on old Route 66, but for the massive tornado that swept through it in May 2011. We lost our way and accidentally ended up in the middle of the path the tornado had taken. The city seemed to abruptly end and what had once been dozens of streets and a school were now empty fields and a few ruins. The community is still struggling to clean up and the rebuilding process is only just beginning. Many volunteers were still on site, five months later, and lots of free supplies were being handed out. A group of residents were sitting on furniture in what had once been their living room. Only a single tattered wall remained. The resilience and determination of this community is very evident. Hats off to them.
Old Gas Station, Galena, Kansas © 2011 Michelle Basic Hendry
Just outside of Joplin, back on Route 66, we stopped at an old grocery. We didn’t realize it at the time, but it is an original stop on the Mother Road. The tiny entry patio and tin ceilings welcomed the traveler seeking a few supplies for the journey. It was late afternoon when we crossed Kansas border and followed Route 66 into Galena where a truck like “Mater” in the movie Cars sits in front of an old gas station. We lingered in Galena. A brick garage sat across the road, long abandoned like most of its neighbours. Faded paint covered the wall that sat in shadow not unlike the majority of the old road itself, now shadowed by the Interstate. We quietly entered Oklahoma.
The sun was setting when we finally reached Miami, Oklahoma and our last stop. The Coleman theater in Miami is a marvelous piece of architecture that opened its doors in 1929, months before the beginning of the Great Depression. Will Rogers and the Three Stooges were seen on the stage of the Coleman over the years. It has been beautifully maintained and is still active.
The Coleman Theater, Miami, Oklahoma © Michelle Basic Hendry
An RV is not always the best way to travel the Mother Road. Not only are some sections of pavement not as wide as our rig, but the conditions of that road vary widely. Had we known that in advance, we might have taken another route past Miami. Our tires straddled the pavement and we rattled so badly, we had to turn around. It took us an hour to figure out how to get back on the Interstate in the dark and I was never so relieved to pay a toll to head to Tulsa.
The darkness burst the bubble of our journey thus far and we were reminded that Jeff had to be at work in the morning. We stayed on the Interstate the rest of the way to Oklahoma City. This journey, however, is only on pause. There will be a weekend trip in the near future to finish this section of Route 66 up to our home. You see, our new home is in Yukon – a Route 66 town – and our house is only a mile distant of the Mother Road herself.
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Great photos and writing. Brings back a lot of memories those images of Route 66. The adventure begins. It’s going to be a wonderful one!
Hi Michelle:
You and Jeff are most amazing. I felt that I was on parts of your trip with you. The lovely people you meet and their graciousness is certainly reflected by you both. I think this story you are ” living ” is going to be wonderful. I look forward to your future posts.
I’ve enjoyed reading these two posts on your road trip. What a difference in sight and culture from Canada. The second last photo of the gas station and the old fashioned pumps reminds me of the Hopper painting. I look forward to reading more of your experience as you settle in your new home.
Great Story and great photos.
I just read your blog and it looks like that you have lots of fun and that it is a great experience.
Meanwhile did you arrive in your destination? How are you doing?
Here in Muskoka, we had the first snow and it looks beautiful!
Lots of Love and all the best for you and Jeff
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Peaky Blinders – Tommy’s Gray Striped Herringbone Suit
Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby on Peaky Blinders.
Cillian Murphy as Thomas “Tommy” Shelby, cunning Peaky Blinders gang leader and jaded WWI veteran
Birmingham, England, Fall 1919
Series: Peaky Blinders
Episodes: Episodes 1.01 – 1.05
Air Dates: September 12, 2013 – October 10, 2013
Directors: Otto Bathurst (Episodes 1.01 – 1.03) & Tom Harper (Episode 1.04 & 1.05)
Creator: Steven Knight
Costume Designer: Stephanie Collie
Tailor: Keith Watson
BBC Two’s Peaky Blinders is often compared to Boardwalk Empire or The Wire, an unfair comparison as the show stands up excellently on its own and the creator – Steven Knight – has even admitted that he’s never seen either show. One could argue that Peaky Blinders would certainly appeal to watchers of both shows, taking the urban grit of The Wire and the post-WWI family gangsterdom of Boardwalk Empire and launching them both across the pond to settle in Birmingham, England.
The Peaky Blinders were indeed a real name for an urban subculture in late 19th century England, named for the razor blades stitched into gangsters’ flat caps. When the gangster would get into an argument, he could whip off his cap and swing the razor-edged peak against an offender’s eyes… hence the name. The show takes some historical liberties with the gang, pushing their dominance further into the 20th century and centering it around the fictional Shelby family, led by bitter war veteran Tommy and his tough older sister Polly.
The show also depicts the Peaky Blinders as a more organized group of criminals than the glorified street urchins that the real members appear to have been. Although my knowledge of 19th century English street gangs is admittedly lacking, everything I’ve read makes the real Peaky Blinders sound more like the simplistic violent thugs from Herbert Asbury’s Gangs of New York; Peaky Blinders prefers to present us with a family of ambitious mobsters and bookmakers who aren’t afraid to resort to violence – albeit, very gruesome violence in some instances – when it advances their business.
While Tommy Shelby could hardly be called the show’s moral compass, he relies on his wits just as much as his excitable brothers rely on their razor-sharp caps. Tommy is the conflicted anti-hero we’ve come to know and love thanks to predecessors like Tony Soprano, Walter White, Don Draper, Jimmy McNulty, Boyd Crowder, and “Nucky” Thompson to name a few. With Tommy, it’s hard to tell if he’s being driven by pride, anger, or bitterness (count how many times in an episode he mentions being “in France”!), but it’s safe to assume his criminal motivation comes from a powder keg of all three.
What’d He Wear?
Peaky Blinders introduces us to its protagonist immediately as Tommy Shelby rides a black horse through the dirty streets of 1919 Birmingham. He rides a gray striped herringbone tweed three-piece suit that serves as his main suit through most of the first season, appearing in the first five episodes. Tommy only wears four distinct suits in the show’s first season, with this one receiving a bulk of the screen time.
Straight Outta Small Heath.
The simplicity of Tommy’s suit keeps it stylish for both 1919 gangsters and 2013 audiences. While every era is given to sartorial excesses, a no-nonsense dresser like Tommy avoids them for a utilitarian but fashionable day-to-day outfit. In an interview with Clothes on Film, the show’s costume designer Stephanie Collie discusses:
Cillian’s [suits] were all made by a great tailor called Keith Watson. He is amazing. I’ve been using him for years and years. He started off in the ’60s, working in Savile Row. This is where he learnt his trade; he’s a brilliant cutter. Cillian went to him to do all his fittings and they worked out perfectly. Cillian is a perfect model size too, so that was helpful. The best thing was how much the boys loved their clothes, and I think you get a feel of that by the way they walk; they have a swagger about them.
Indeed, Tommy’s suits give Cillian Murphy an athletic, lean silhouette that make him appear taller than his 5’9″ height on screen. This particular suit is gray herringbone tweed with a dark stripe in the cloth. All buttons on both the jacket and the waistcoat are covered in the same tweed suiting.
Tommy confers with Danny Whizz-Bang before a potential tragedy.
Tommy’s single-breasted suit jacket has notch lapels that roll over the top button, leaving two covered buttons revealed. He keeps a white linen pocket square neatly and unostentatiously folded in the welted breast pocket, and the flapped hip pockets sit straight on his waist.
Tommy makes the rounds of Birmingham on foot and on horseback.
The jacket fits comfortably with straight shoulders, a shallow chest, and a pulled-in waist. The back is ventless and the sleeves extend down from roped heads on the shoulders to the two widely spaced cuff buttons, also covered in the same herringbone tweed cloth.
Tommy’s matching vest (let’s say waistcoat, since it’s such a British show) is single-breasted with shawl lapels and a 6-button front. The lowest button, placed on the notched bottom, is left undone. The back of the waistcoat is dark burgundy silk lining with an adjustable strap.
Tommy seeks solace from a bottle of Bushmills.
Tommy places his gold Waltham Railroad open-faced pocket watch in the left of his waistcoat’s two welted hip pockets. It attaches to a gold fob through the waistcoat’s third buttonhole.
Note the details: sleeve garter, waistcoat lining, and trouser pockets (or lack thereof in the rear).
Costume designer Collie recognizes in her discussion with Clothes on Film that the trousers may have been the least historically accurate element of the suits. While the real Peaky Blinders were known to wear bell bottoms, Collie outfitted Tommy and his crew in straight leg trousers that maintain the lean, contemporary fit of the rest of the suit:
I would never want to use anything that’s historically wrong, but we heighten things to make them more relatable. So, trousers were quite short then, but we just thought we’d lift them a bit more. It’s not the end of the world if that’s not exactly how they were worn. Everything had to be sharp and smart for us.
Tommy stages a murder.
The plain-hemmed trousers indeed have a short break, best seen when Tommy is on horseback. The straight fit continues up the leg through the waist, kept clean with a plain flat front with frogmouth pockets and no pockets on the back. Trousers rose high in 1919, a fact that Collie was more than happy to incorporate into the men’s suits:
I’ve said this before, but fashion always repeats itself. Three-piece suits look good on everyone. High-waisted trousers are the best thing a man can ever wear.
While much of Tommy’s wardrobe is still accessible in 2015, the hardest item to accurately recreate would be the shirt. Detachable collars were still the norm up through the 1930s, and even a street gang like the Peaky Blinders (at least on the show) adheres to the fashion by wearing both shirts and collars.
All of Tommy’s shirts are styled similarly with a white collar band, white buttons down a front placket, and attached single cuffs. His cuff links are simple brass oblongs, and he also wears brass link-style arm garters on his forearms.
If you’re paying attention, you already saw the sleeve garters – right?
Most of his shirts are striped, although he does briefly wear a solid light blue shirt in the second episode.
Tommy’s first shirt on the series is white with a thin but bold purple stripe.
A production photo of Cillian Murphy in the first episode.
After that, Tommy wears a white shirt with a light gray stripe that he wears in the first, second, third, and fifth episodes. This, for all intents and purposes, is the Tommy shirt that would be the best way to start emulating the Peaky Blinders’ gang leader.
When worn without a collar, this shirt is totally open since there’s no button in place at the neck.
Finally, the first and fourth episodes also feature Tommy wearing a pale blue shirt with fine blue and gray stripes.
Tommy declares war.
Tommy’s collar throughout the first season is a stiff white detachable club collar – distinctive for its rounded ends – with no spread. He holds it into place with gold studs through the front and back, although only the front stud is exposed.
Tommy curiously never sports a tie in the first season. It was a conscious decision by Collie, who told Clothes on Film that:
Normally, of course, a man would have always worn a tie with a stiff collar, but we thought with Cillian Murphy especially that we wouldn’t do that, to keep everything sort of paired down, plus he’s got that beautiful face – what else do you need?!
…but it still leaves the question – why wouldn’t he do that? Is it Tommy’s way of rebelling against the uniforms that restricted him during the war and doom him to this day? Or is it a more practical decision, giving opponents one less thing to grab and use against him during a fight? (Boardwalk Empire fans will recall the way Eli Thompson utilized a necktie in the fourth season finale.)
Tommy holds his slim club collar in place with a gold stud.
The more rugged Al Swearengen on Deadwood went so far as to ignore wearing a shirt altogether, typically just wearing his dirty union suit under his gray striped three-piece suit. Then again, Swearengen didn’t care much what people thought about him… Tommy Shelby isn’t vain, but he doesn’t run Birmingham, either. He still needs to look passable to gain entry into certain high places.
Tommy Shelby’s preferred footwear is a pair of black leather combat-style cap-toe half boots with front lacing through nine eyelets. They resemble the “boondockers” issued by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps during World War II.
His socks are gray and rise high enough on his calf that his leg isn’t exposed when riding horseback pulls the short break of his trousers up even higher.
Switching to the other end of the axis, we come to the “peaky blinder” itself – Tommy’s mixed barleycorn tweed newsboy cap. Tommy’s cap differs from a standard flat cap by the button on the top center of the plump, paneled crown which – like the suit buttons – is covered in the same tweed as the rest of the cap.
The titular peaky blinder itself!
Tommy’s razor is stitched in just above the cap’s peak. Although brown and gray wools make up the majority of the hat, brighter threads of red, yellow, green, and blue are mixed in.
Hence the title.
Tommy combats the brisk Birmingham fall weather with a white striped henley-style pullover undershirt. Tommy’s cotton undershirts typically have a red-striped front bib with four large white buttons. They are long-sleeved and often peek through the cuffs of his dress shirts.
As the weather cools down in the fifth episode, set in November, Tommy braces for the Birmingham chill by donning his topcoat, a black herringbone wool single-breasted overcoat with large notch lapels and a 3-button front, which he almost always leaves open. It has large hip pockets with the flaps tucked in, roped sleeveheads, a long single vent in the back, and black silk lining that differentiates it from the red-lined topcoat he wears in the second season.
The coat is best seen during the Shelbys’ confrontation with the Lee brothers in the second episode when Tommy wears it with his distinctively darker charcoal herringbone suit.
A surprising affectation for such a taciturn gangster and relatively simple dresser, Tommy also sports a simple gold ring on his left pinky. He adds a second ring to the other hand in his second season.
Stephanie Collie summed up her thoughts on Peaky Blinders style in her Clothes on Film Q&A:
These men probably only had maybe one or two suits, which is how we worked as well. Cillian has literally only got one or two suits throughout, but hopefully you don’t even notice that because you’re engrossed in the story. The clothes are there to be part of the story, but you don’t want anyone to go “oh, wow!” when they see them. They can never be more important than what’s going on in the scene.
For more about Peaky Blinders style at Clothes on Film, check out this page.
Although the Peaky Blinders are undoubtedly British and often don’t see eye-to-eye with the Irish, Tommy sure has a thing for Irish vices. (Of course, Cillian Murphy himself is Irish, so that helps.)
His preferred brand of whiskey is Old Bushmills, made to this day at the Old Bushmills Distillery in Northern Ireland, considered to be the oldest licensed distillery in the world with more than 400 years of continuous production under its belt. You can still pick up a bottle of Bushmills… especially if you want to piss off the Catholics willing to shell out a few extra dollars for Jameson. (Not that I have anything against Jameson!)
Tommy takes a drag from a Sweet Afton while enjoying his Bushmills at the Garrison.
Tommy also notably smokes Sweet Afton cigarettes in every episode. Outside of its appearance as Margot Tenenbaum’s favorite cigarette in The Royal Tenenbaums, Sweet Aftons are little known in the United States. Another Irish brand, Sweet Aftons were introduced in 1919 by the Dundalk company P.J. Carroll & Co., which has since become a subsidiary of British American Tobacco. The name comes from Robert Burns’ poem “Sweet Afton” to appeal to the Scottish market. The brand has since been discontinued, although Peaky Blinders fans can catch Tommy Shelby lighting one a constant string of them (actually herbal white-filtered cigarettes in a Sweet Afton case) with Morelands safety matches.
And finally, the most notable of all of Tommy’s Irish vices is Grace Burgess, the devious RIC secret agent that infiltrates the Garrison pub and steals his heart… even after he nearly pimps her out to Billy Kimber. But we’ll get to that later.
Of course, whatever you do is instantly made more badass if you’re listening to the show’s theme song, “Red Right Hand” from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds’ 1994 album Let Love In.
How to Get the Look
The Peaky Blinders rule Birmingham on the series, and its members aren’t afraid to show it in their swagger. A tweed suit is practical and comfortable for cooler weather, and – if worn correctly and accessorized well – it can project a more rugged image than the classic professorial connotation. You might want to check local laws and regulations about sewing a razor blade into your cap, though…
Gray striped herringbone tweed three-piece tailored suit, consisting of:
Single-breasted jacket with notch lapels, 3-roll-2 covered-button front, welted breast pocket, straight flapped hip pockets, 2 covered-button cuffs, and ventless back
Single-breasted waistcoat with shawl lapels, 6 covered-button front, notched bottom, welted hip pockets, and dark burgundy silk back lining with adjustable strap
Flat front high-rise trousers with frogmouth front pockets, straight leg, and plain-hemmed short break bottoms
White-and-gray striped cotton collarless shirt with front placket, white collar band, and single cuffs
White detachable stiff club collar
Brass oblong cuff links
Brass chain-link arm garters
Black herringbone wool single-breasted topcoat with large notch lapels, 3-button front, flapped hip pockets, and long single vent
Black leather 9-eyelet front-laced cap-toe “boondocker” half boots
Gray tall socks
Striped suspenders
White cotton long-sleeve henley undershirt with red-striped bib and 4-button front
White cotton boxer shorts
Gray & brown mixed barleycorn tweed newsboy cap
Waltham gold railroad pocketwatch, worn on gold chain with fob
Gold pinky ring
Tommy Shelby’s personal sidearm is a Webley Mk VI revolver, appropriate for a British war veteran of World War I that would have been issued the weapon. Introduced in 1915 and adopted that same year by the British military, the Mk VI was the final and most successful iteration of the Webley .455 service revolver.
Tommy gives Grace a hands-on tutorial in firing a Webley revolver, not realizing that she’s no stranger to shooting others.
The first Webley break-top revolver was adopted for British military service in November 1887 and was distinctive for its 4″ barrel and “bird’s beak” grips. The modified Mk II and Mk III models followed, but no major differences came until the Mk IV was developed for the Boer War. The Mk IV used better steel, an updated blast-shield, and a barrel-affixed cylinder axis. The “Boer War” Model Mk IV lasted from July 21, 1899 (Ernest Hemingway’s birthday) until December 9, 1913, when the Mk V was ruled out. As England quickly found itself at war, a better service revolver would be needed. The Mk VI was adopted on May 24, 1915 and featured a long 6″ barrel and squared target grips.
Tommy whips out his Webley during a showdown with Freddie Thorne.
Although replaced by the Enfield No. 2 .38-caliber revolver in 1932, the .455 Webley Mk IV remained in favor with British troops well into WWII due to their reliability and power. The automatic extraction with the break-top action allowed for quick, easy reloading and the .455 Webley round remains one of the most powerful cartridges to be chambered in a top-break revolver. Although he may be bitter about his military service, Tommy Shelby couldn’t have chosen a better sidearm for his violent rule of the Birmingham underworld.
Mr. Pink would have a few angry words about whether or not Tommy and Freddie were acting professional…
Do Yourself a Favor and…
Buy the first season when it’s released in October, or catch the first two seasons on Netflix!
If they want them back this bad, they’ll have to pay. That’s the way of the world. Fortune drops something valuable in your lap, you don’t just dump it on the bank of the cut.
Written by luckystrike721 Posted in Suit, Three-Piece Suit, Throwback Tagged with 1910s, 3-Piece Suit, Birmingham, Cillian Murphy, England, Gangster, Gray Suit, Gun, Newsboy Cap, Overcoat, Peaky Blinders, Revolver, Single-Breasted Suit, Striped Shirt, Tommy Shelby, Tweed Suits and Jackets, Webley Mk VI
August 28, 2015 - 2:29 pm Roman
Sweet Aftons were also Marion Ravenwood’s preferred smoke in Raiders of the Lost Ark.
The More You Know.
September 3, 2015 - 12:35 am luckystrike721
Thanks, Roman! That’s all the reason I need to watch Raiders again. (You may notice that a certain archaeologist’s brown leather jacket is conspicuously missing from the blog. Ideally, that will be rectified soon…)
November 27, 2015 - 1:25 am Brandon Lee (@bsldesigns)
This article was full of so much win. Thanks for all the detail. I’m putting together a look for NYE. Cheers!
February 11, 2016 - 9:01 am Pingback: John Shelby’s Glen Plaid Suit for Peaky Blinders’ Gypsy Wedding | BAMF Style
March 4, 2016 - 7:08 pm nomdeguerre
Wonderful piece, thank you.
I wanted to point out that Tommy’s pinky ring is a belt – John and Arthur wear similar rings. The belt is a symbol of mourning and fidelity to family in their cases, I think. There’s a good article here: http://artofmourning.com/2011/03/20/symbolism-sunday-the-belt-buckle-garter/
March 14, 2016 - 9:00 am Pingback: Peaky Blinders – Tommy’s Gray Striped Flannel Suit | BAMF Style
January 20, 2017 - 9:43 pm ILoveTommy
Polly is his aunt,not older sister
March 10, 2017 - 9:44 am Kyle
I like the Wool suits they dress. I’ve found a good article about these suits http://www.studiosuits.com/blog/how-to-dress-like-a-peaky-blinder/
July 26, 2017 - 9:26 pm James
But where do we buy the 3piece suit and hat?
August 28, 2017 - 12:49 pm Blinders
You can check out MTM tailored custom suit at this link http://www.studiosuits.com/custom_suits 😉
November 11, 2017 - 10:09 pm Daniel
I would like to ask if someone knows what is the cigarette case used when he is taking breakfast on episode five of 3 Season.
December 5, 2017 - 9:00 am Pingback: Peaky Blinders – Tommy’s Charcoal Herringbone Suit and Model T | BAMF Style
December 28, 2017 - 7:53 pm John
Where can i get the brass garters from
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Ann Romney: "I love tithing. When Mitt and I give that check, I actually cry."
Mitt Romney: "So do I, but for a different reason."
ADDED: Romney tells us which performers he'd like to see perform at the White House:
Well, I would certainly want to hear from the Beach Boys, even though I know it's not the same group it used to be. Also Garth Brooks and Kenny Chesney and Toby Keith, and today's rock stars—The Killers are one group I enjoy.... I'd let Alabama come back and sing again, and Aerosmith. Different eras.
AR: We have a friend in the Eagles.
MR: These are not all Republicans, by the way. Some may turn us down....
Tags: Ann Romney, crying, Mitt Romney, Mormons
shiloh said...
ok, something Romney said I can believe!
Mrs. Romney, many, many readers asked what would be your cause or causes should you become first lady.
Why do they need a "Cause"? Is this modern need to be "busy"?
THat's funny. Good to see he has a sense of humor.
It's too bad that wasn't at a debate. It would have been as big as Reagan promising not to use his opponents youth and inexperience against him.
Trust, but verify.
I knew Dutch ~ Ronald Reagan was a friend of mine. Willard, you're no President Reagan ...
Aw, you're supposed to give freely with a joyful heart, Mitt! Otherwise you're missing the point.
I know he's just joking, but it's a little odd.
"but it's a little odd."
Willard is a little odd ...
"Aw, you're supposed to give freely with a joyful heart, Mitt! Otherwise you're missing the point.
I know he's just joking, but it's a little odd."
Parse much?
ndspinelli said...
Dale Murphy was an all-star centerfielder w/ the Braves and Phillies and a Mormon. He made big bucks, and a few writers and pundits would ridicule him for tithing so much money. I always felt bad for him. What fucking business is it for ANYONE to ridicule him for doing what he wants w/ money he earned.
A touch of humor makes him more accessible.
PS The little animal claims Reagan as a friend. Bet that's a one way street.
At first I thought it said "titting".
Amen, Mad Man.
I really think it would benefit the presidency and the American people if the president and his wife were out of the spotlight a lot more. Even the hottest celebrities can't stand 4 years of constant exposure. It wears on us.
I'm in London and I have to say, the BBC rarely feels a need to tell me what either Mr or Mrs Cameron did with their day.
I wasn't going to comment on this one, but ndspinelli got my attention:
Without getting elaborate about it, tithing in Mormonism isn't a choice,....
The royals are shielding for the PM.
Romney really is a totally different person around his wife at times. It's an easy, go-to joke, but I'd never imagine him actually telling it without her there.
Let's all go "Awww."
Obama's generosity is immeasurable. That is to say, there is none.
ndspinelli,
not trying to derail your point but you'll understand. Man, Dale Murphy was one hell of a ballplayer.
Prince Harry has pulled out all the stops.
"Without getting elaborate about it, tithing in Mormonism isn't a choice,...."
Oh, no. Please. Please elaborate and opine on the issues of free will and your personal idiocy.
Matthew Sablan said...
He loves her and it brings out a different side of him.
I know Christians who tithe. One couple invited me to their church. A hugh place with all kind of things going on, daycare and such, I felt like I was generous plunking $10.00 in their collection basket, he plunked a check for $400.00. It was a good service, nothing I found objectionable, but it was odd to enter the preachy area through the gift shop. And it's a very large gift shop. Maybe shop isn't the word, store. Christian gift store. My brother's church has a basketball court. Those two places are industries.
Come'on, Chip, fellowship, now that's a verb there a new one it seems, to fellowship. No thank you, what you're describing is membership, and fellowship is what we're doing right now.
Crack, I know it. But that would be between Dale Murphy and his religion and nobody else.
I often wonder what god does with all that money.
Does his wallet have a place for an ID?
Does he need an ID?
Least he could do is stand for a round of beers every one in awhile.
Colonel Angus said...
Obama's generosity is immeasurable.
Indeed it is. He's very generous with our money.
shiloh,
Nobody knew that Dutch was the great President Reagan until after the fact.
In fact, people like you called him an idiot when he was running for office.
Actually compared to past presidents Obama is downright stingy.
"Least he could do is stand for a round of beers every one in awhile."
Christ's first miracle, you know, was water to wine. At least, I think it was his first.
"Actually compared to past presidents Obama is downright stingy."
-- I can't believe this is still a talking point.
oh YOU PEOPLE...busy...pishposh...and all that money to church...it does make me cry...but Mitten says "buck up there sugar plumb...its all a deduction so it really isn't 10%"....
"It's a very personal thing between ourselves and our commitment to our God and to our church."
Probably safer politically to say "God", assuming there is only one, and that maybe some religions get it slightly wrong.
On the other hand, saying "our God" plays into the anti-Mormon campaign the Democrat's are just now ramping up.
"He loves her and it brings out a different side of him".
I'll stick with front and back so whish side do you refer to? Or is it the two-faced aspect that throws you off?
EDH said...
"On the other hand, saying "our God" plays into the anti-Mormon campaign the Democrat's are just now ramping up".
Sweetie, I don't think liberals are ones who have a problem with the religion issue. But then again, how would I know. I'm just observant.
My favorite part of that graphic, by the way, are the little arrows: "super accurate" and "vicious right wing lies."
tithing in Mormonism isn't a choice,....
...but being a Mormon is, ergo...
Sounds like one of the “mega churches” that I’ve visited. I’ve never found them particularly appealing but YMMV.
My parents actually helped to found a new Lutheran church after their old one wouldn’t leave the ELCA (they didn’t get a two-thirds majority) and they meet every Sunday in a local community center. Instead of pews, they use folding chairs and tables and sing from the same hymnals that I used when I was a kid. They finally got a full-time pastor and have raised money for a building but right now it’s not a priority as they’re focused on the needs of the members.
"MR: These are not all Republicans, by the way. Some may turn us down...."
I'll bet Bob Dylan wouldn't turn them down.
Not sure how you come to that conclusion. I think Clinton was the stingiest, to his credit. Obama spent in 4 years what Bush 43 did in 8 and he certainly shows no signs of slowing down.
AlanKH said...
Songs I want played at the White House:
"Dominance and Submission" - Blue Oyster Cult
"Lawyers, Guns, and Money" - Warren Zevon is no longer among the living...who's got the right voice to do a cover?
"Life of Illusion" - Joe Walsh
"Men Without Shame" - Phantom Rocker and Slick
"Stop Making Sense" - Talking Heads
"Stranglehold" - Ted Nugent (I've long wanted to see that featured in a pro-tax-reform ad)
"Under My Thumb" - Rolling Stones
"Us and Them" - Pink Floyd
That last line in The Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again" would rankle Romney...
Obama spent in 4 years what Bush 43 did in 8 and he certainly shows no signs of slowing down.
No he didn't.
harrogate, NEVER apologize for talking baseball. It's always relevant to me. And Murph was a real ballplayer indeed. Not quite Hall of Fame, but damn close.
Do you have the exact numbers, garage? I'd like to see them but I'm too lazy to google.
My Dad passed away a couple years ago and I have been thinking a lot about Murph since then. This dates me, but Murph's heyday happened when I was at that boy-thinks=baseball-is-everything age. My parents were divorced, and one of my favorite memories is of those long phone calls with him talking about Murphy and those Braves teams. He'll always be an icon to me.
Do you have the exact numbers, garage? I'd like to see them but I'm too lazy to google
Try it first, then I'll help if you can't find it.
Sweetie, I don't think liberals are ones who have a problem with the religion issue.
Sweetie, that must be why they're ginning up a whisper campaign thinking they can drive a wedge between Evangelicals and Romney.
karrde said...
@Crack,
I don't know this for a fact, either pro or con. (If you do know, please chime in.)
Just to toss out a few possibilities:
1. There could be an in-group social cost to people not tithing appropriately. This could vary regionally.
2. In special cases, where the member is a popular athlete or someone else with a publicly-known salary, there could be social pressure against people not properly tithing.
3. In another special case, in which a fellow-member of the Mormon church is the employer, they could put pressure on the employee to tithe appropriately.
4. There could be a formal process by which a committee from the local congregation gets quasi-1040s from congregants, and can admonish people to tithe properly.
While the whole thing sounds oppressive, remember that in-group social solidarity is fairly high among Mormons. I've gathered that they tend to keep large amounts of food handy for emergency. I've also gathered that Mormons typically have their young people go on year-long missions at the end of high school.
As @furious_a commented, tithing may not be optional, but membership is...
wyo sis said...
There is nothing the two of them could say that some people would find acceptable, or that some people wouldn't find a way to ridicule. It's a losers game to speak if you're a conservative.
Nothing that was said in that interview was controversial. It was two people answering questions while tip-toeing through a minefield. I'd like their critics to spend just one day in that kind of media hot spot. It's not easy, but the Romneys are people who are not used to easy and they'll be OK.
"Try it first, then I'll help if you can't find it."
-- What is it with some people not knowing how an argument works? Garage: You put forward an assertion. It is up to you to defend and support that assertion. If you do not, other people are free to dismiss your assertion without having to be -bothered- to review your work. In layman's terms: Put up or shut up.
Presumably garage is trying to claim that the 2009 spending counts as "Bush".
Which is silly for a number of reasons. :)
Without getting elaborate about it, tithing in Mormonism isn't a choice
Secret Mormon ninja assassins actually KILL you if you don't pay up. True story.
In his defense, if I'm not mistaken, garage has young children. Sometime, probably, while commenting here, he gets his wires crossed.
Farmer said...
I'm not sure about that. I don't think there's any way I wouldn't roll my eyes at the crying over tithing bit no matter where it was coming from, and ditto for her comment about how thrilled any musician would be to get a mention from Mitt Romney. I've thought well of her up to now but she comes off pretty clueless and vapid in that piece.
Also, I assumed Mitt had terrible taste in music - I really didn't need it confirmed. Still, I'll take his iPod playlist over Paul Ryan's any day. Rage Against The Machine. Good Lord.
"In fact, people like you called him an idiot when he was running for office."
Actually, I was in the navy at the time and he became my C-in-C although I didn't vote for him. No biggie!
btw, at that time hardly anyone in the military voted and politics was never discussed. Indeed, when one joins the military "you" become very nationalistic, but it had no effect on my politics.
And only since the invention of the internet has politics become a "do or die" subject to the masses er non pundits.
Reagan gave me er my ship the navy unit commendation, so no grudges, although we were hoping for the Presidential unit citation. ;)
Also, the easiest way to refute your argument is in that Political Math piece I posted. If you feel like "don't show actual spending because that's just bad" is too flip, here's an explanation for why shifting the FY2009 budget to Bush is flawed, which is the prime way I've seen most people try to lower Obama's spending amounts.
@ The Farmer
Which of course explains why we are about 2 weeks away from the national debt hitting $16 trillion.
It was $10 trillion when Obama was sworn in and you're an idiot.
Obama added more debt in 3 years than Bush did in 8.
My lefty facebook friends were sharing something last week about someone from Paul Ryan's favorite band isn't a fan of his. I didn't see how it would be a knock against Paul Ryan that he enjoys music regardless of the political views of the band members.
Frankly, that's one of the marks of a civilized society -- we can do business with people who disagree with us on, for example, same-sex marriage, or whether public employee unions should be able to bargain collectively over remuneration.
If a musical act told president-elect Romney, "none of us voted for you, but we would be honored to play your inauguration," it would warm my heart.
Lindsey Meadows said...
whish?
Put down the bottle, pick up the phone, and call AA.
Proof positive Lefties can't think and drink.
This made me giggle:
**"Tithing sounds like a form of it takes a village.You're helping the community.
MR: I think you'll find that conservatives are more generous philanthropically than people who are not conservatives. People who are in favor of small government are very much in favor of personal action to help other people in need.
Is that a form of socialism?
Oh dear. This is what George Will calls "Gorillas in the Mist" reporting. A mainstream journalist trying to understand these strange, mysterious creatures making up roughly half of the electorate. She's not able to discern between individual and government altruism.
Okay, but you might want to consider that the opposing attorney is going to point to everybody who's ever been quoted on the Internet as evidence that you're being paranoid when you claim that only conservatives get criticized, regardless of what they say.
My Dad passed away a couple years ago and I have been thinking a lot about Murph since then. This dates me, but Murph's heyday happened when I was at that boy-thinks=baseball-is-everything age.
I hear you. The Phillies got him at the end of his career. John Kruk said the team became "24 morons and a Morman."
btw, Dale Murphy never ran for president ...
Big difference!
The fact you have to continually lie about it doesn't doesn't represent your worldview very well.
Gag. I don't for a minute believe that is true.
Obama overspent in 4 years what Bush 43 did in 8 and he certainly shows no signs of slowing down.
For FY 2001-2008, the federal government spent $19.16T and increased the debt by $2T.
For FY 2002-2009, the corresponding numbers are $20.82T and $3.5T.
For FY 2009-2012, $14.37T spent, debt increase $5.33T.
FY 2010-2013, $14.66T and $4.82T.
The way to make these numbers look best for Obama is to assign 2009 to Bush, which is defensible even though he never approved that level of spending (he didn't approve 2001 either, that was Clinton). Given that assignment, the government will have spent 70% as much under Obama in four years as it did under Bush in eight, and incurred 36% more debt in the process.
That's assuming the OMB projections for receipts and outlays between now and the end of FY 2013 hold up.
Oh dear. This is what George Will calls "Gorillas in the Mist" reporting. A mainstream journalist trying to understand these strange, mysterious creatures making up roughly half of the electorate.
Oh come on. This interview is from Parade, hardly a bastion of either hard-hitting, or left wing, journalism. It is a Sunday fluff insert.
I look forward to you posting all sorts of facts & figures proving me wrong.
Really. I do.
And I know this is the wrong thread, but damn I don't miss those barely readable letters, and especially those numbers--where the hell did they come from? They looked like someone got out their 110 instamatic camera and drove through some neighborhood in France taking pictures of house numbers.
Steven, what the fuck is up with that hair and smile and beard?
I am sorry, continue folks.
I can't blame the little animal for wanting to obfuscate and spread as much FUD as he can.
After all, his Messiah doesn't know the difference between an admiral and a general.
Æthelflæd said...
"Sweetie, I don't think liberals are ones who have a problem with the religion issue. But then again, how would I know. I'm just observant."
I love liberal self-awareness.
Of course you don't. "I don't want my daughters punished with a child" and "I did not have sex with that woman Miss Lewinsky" is more your sort of honesty.
The fact you have to continually lie about it
My link to the OMB, garage. First link from there is a downloadable spreadsheet, "Table 1.1—Summary of Receipts, Outlays, and Surpluses or Deficits (-): 1789–2017". You want column D, "Surplus or Deficit (-)".
The numbers (in millions) you'll find there for FY 2002-2012(estimated) are
The sum of the last three of those, FY 2010-2012(est), is -3920032M. The sum of the first eight numbers, FY 2002-2009, is -3546539M.
Now either explain why Obama is lying to make himself look worse, tell us how whitehouse.gov got hacked, prove that 9 is a smaller number than 5, or kiss my ass.
bgates,
You don't understand.
Garagie and his gullible ilk saw an article written by a partisan hack identifying the spending on OIF & Afghanistan as "Bush spending" (including the Mediare drug benefit) and don't count the actual numbers.
They divide them into "Bush spending" and "Obama spending"
Isn't that cute?
I bet garagie can name any other example of this in the history of America too.
Because he's like so informed on this topic and stuff.
Re: garage:
Give us your numbers. From OMB and Treasurydirect.gov, here's what I see:
$5,727,776,738,304.64
Public debt is
$10,626,877,048,913.08
(increase is $4.9T in 8 years)
15,960,468,522,111.20
(increase is $5.3T in <4 years)
2008: -458,553
2009: -1,412,688
Obama partisans have tried to argue that it's Bush II's fault because (a) the baseline for discretionary spending for 2009 shot up under Bush II (the Bush stimulus, TARP, etc.), and (b) automatic stabilisers kicked the baseline up even higher.
But come on. If you have a CEO who screwed up the budget by entering into a bunch of agreements the cost of which are blowing up, and trebled debt financing to support ongoing operations, that's a problem. I agree. Bush II (and some of his predecessors) are at fault.
But if you have a new CEO who comes in, and doubles down on -- more leverage, more spending -- and doesn't even try to cut back on or renegotiate the existing obligations, for three years, it's the new CEO's problem now. If it was stupid to blow up the budget in 2008-2009, it's even stupider to continue that budget when you know we have a problem.
Re: Freder:
I've never read anything that says where they come from, but I think you must be right. Google Streetview or some similar service is trying to use captchas to get humans to read street addresses so they can tag streeview images more effectively. Services were already doing that to decipher un-OCR-able book scans before, so it doesn't seem like much of a jump.
"Bu bu but FY2009 makes Bush look bad!" Sadz :(
Quite convincing.
My claim was referring to Obama spending compared to past presidents. And even the liberaterian economist from CATO agrees with me. here Looking at these numbers, it turns out that Obama does win the prize for being the most fiscally conservative president in recent memory.
Hahaha. You'd think the Bush cheerleaders would be chomping at the bit at that. But nooooooooo.
arage mahal said...
My claim was referring to Obama spending compared to past presidents. And even the liberaterian economist from CATO agrees with me
Actually he doesn't.
See, you missed this image in the article.
Again, you can't make this kind of stupid up.
ahaha. You'd think the Bush cheerleaders would be chomping at the bit at that.
And note you don't dispute the dishonesty.
AP pretty well demolished the "Obama Deficit Hawk" meme.
$15.1T in FY11 and $16.4T in FY12.
Bush grew the debt by $4.4T over eight years, Obama' by $5.1T over three years and $6.4T over four.
This is a pet peeve of mine: churches that put lots of money into amenities for members or staff. That's why we go to a church that meets in the Boys and Girls Club gym even though it has a million dollar a year budget. It is a joy to give to your church if you like how your church uses the money.
That's exactly what I assumed when I clicked on it. Then, I clicked on it. You should read it.
I'm familiar with Parade fluff. This isn't typical Parade fluff (they handed the job over to an editor, not the usual staff.)
If you read it and get to the "Is that a form of socialism" question and think, "Good question. Aren't private charity and Socialism the same thing?" well, bless yer heart.
"...but we had never intended our contributions to be known. It's a very personal thing between ourselves and our commitment to our God and to our church. "
This, people without faith have trouble understanding.
Humility is a great attribute.
karrde,
No, as I said, I'm staying out of this one. There's already too many liars dominating the thread (anyone talking of people in a cult exercising choice, like furious_a, doesn't understand anything about cultism - see Tom Cruise and the difficulty of every "wife" he's had to extricate themselves, specifically, from it's grip.) I will say this to ndspinelli:
That would be between Dale Murphy and his religion and nobody else.
Cultism undermines us, as individuals and a nation, in the most fundamental ways possible and - because it goes to the very heart of freedom in this country - is an issue for every American to confront directly, and with all the means at their disposal.
Those reporters laughing at Dale Murphy knew what was up,..
Strangely the faith in God act of tithing to a church and giving to the poor works the same for all the faiths whether they be old line Christian Denominations, Mormon, Moslem, Sikh, Hindu, or Baptist.
The more you give the more you are blessed.
Maybe it is caused by string theory force we cannot see?
From a post I wrote on another site last year:
When President Bush entered office, 1/20/01, the debt was at $5.7 trillion.
When the Democrats took control of both houses of the Congress on January 3, 2007, the debt was at $8.6 trillion. So in six years, Pres. Bush and the Republican Congress increased the debt by three trillion dollars while dealing with the aftermath of 9/11 and fighting the war on terror. (increased the debt by $500 billion a year)
When President Obama took office on January 20, 2009, the debt was at $10.6 trillion. So in two years President Bush and the Democratic Congress raised the debt another two trillion dollars. (raised the debt by a trillion a year)
In January 2011, when the Republicans took control of the House of Representatives the debt was at $14 trillion. In two years, President Obama and the Democratic Congress raised the debt by three and a half trillion dollars. (raised the debt by $1.75 trillion a year)
So President Bush (even with a Democratic Congress his last two years) left us a debt of $10.6 trillion, and a deficit of $1 trillion a year. The Bush administration added $5 trillion to the debt in eight years.
After two years of President Obama we have a debt of $14 trillion dollars, and a deficit of $1.75 trillion a year. The Obama administration has added $3.5 trillion to the debt in two years.
It is a simple fact that as more of the government was turned over to the Democrats, spending increased by huge amounts.
Now that the Republicans have taken back one part of government (by promising to cut spending and shrink government) suddenly any talk of spending cuts is fanatical and draconian.
As of today, the federal debt is $16 trillion. President Bush added almost $5 trillion dollars to the federal debt in eight years, so far President Obama has added $5.5 trillion to the national debt in under four years.
avwh said...
ndspinelli:
Murphy certainly had a HoF career going (his peak years were awesome) - but it lacked the longevity & career stats required because I think his knees went very quickly.
I have a friend who lived down the street from him after Murphy retired and still speaks very highly of him.
Wasn't Dale Murphy under consideration for the Braves managerial job a couple of years ago?
Re: Gahrie:
I think a key point to appreciate here is that the President is expected to lead on these matters. Yes, he's constrained by Congress, but if he thinks we have a budget problem, it's incumbent on him to identify the solution and push Congress to solve it.
Now, the President may feel that it would be inappropriate to reduce federal spending during an economic slowdown. And that's fine! I may disagree, but he would be articulating a credible position. But if that's his position, he can't then turn around and complain that it's his predecessor's fault spending is too high -- he owns it now. He's made the choice that he thinks these spending levels are appropriate.
And if his solution is to increase revenue by forcing people to pay more in tax (and it clearly is), it's incumbent on him to explain how that's going to work. So, for example, if we're running deficts of $1.3 trillion/year, and the President's plan to reduce the deficit is a tax on millionaires that is estimated to raise ~$5 billion/year (about 0.4% of the deficit), the President is not offering a serious proposal. The natural inference is that he thinks the deficits are okay! And if that's the case, he ought to just say so.
"Aren't private charity and Socialism the same thing?" well, bless yer heart. "
private charity = voluntary
socialism = at the end of a bayonet
Nary shall the two meet.
Somebody hide Ann Romney in a closet till after the election..
Wasn't it Clinton who donated his used underwear to charity, and then claimed a tax deduction for the alleged "value" of the aforesaid soiled undies?
From this chart (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=6&cad=rja&ved=0CEUQFjAF&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.whitehouse.gov%2Fomb%2Fbudget%2FHistoricals&ei=kc03UIGFKejt0gGq04Aw&usg=AFQjCNGMzrwjCT8_oB1OazfhGtXBr2NJKw&sig2=tsVqTUSXCmeGqNWIB-Sbcg),
federal spending through 2011 (in billions):
2001 Bush $1863
2009 Obama $3518
So you can see a few things.
1) No President ever spent more than $3T before Obama
2) No President ever increased spending by even $200 billion over the previous year's spending, until President Obama increased it by nearly $600 billion
3) Obama's spending in his first 3 years was double that of Bush's in his first 3 years.
Bush was dealing with a recession, and it was made worse by 9/11.
Yet he had a clear recovery going by the end of 2002, and we had fully emerged from the recession by the Presidential Election Campaign of 2004.
Obama has clearly inhibited the recovery, despite getting everything he wanted until the Republicans took control of the House after the 2010 election.
Maybe. But I bet he would.
Nor do I believe Mitt Romney has ANY interest in meeting or listening to Bob Dylan. Not a chance.
hawkeyedjb said...
Let's also remember that it wasn't "Bush" or "Obama" who blew up the nation's debt, it was our feckless, do-everything Congress. In a fit of bipartisan lunacy, both parties have conspired to make government ever larger, more expensive, intrusive and debt-ridden. I can only pray for a "do-nothing" Congress. It would be the best thing for our country.
harrogate, Here's a toast to your old man!
Cjinpa, Kruk is one of my favs. Not an ounce of pretense and he's got mucho ounces! Kruk was considered a great clubhouse guy. He's the guy who would reach out to rookies and take care of them. Ozzie Guillen loves Kruk. Ozzie was a scared 19 year old kid from Venezuela when he came up w/ the Padres. Kruk gave him a bedroom, taught him English[including much profanity] and introduced Ozzie to cerveza.
Shiloh, Thanks got the presidential history lesson. Now, go to sleep.
Regarding John Kruk:
Some major league hitters in the box, say "oh boy, here comes a fastball" and swing away. Some major league hitters say "oh boy, here comes the breaking stuff!" and swing away. John Kruk, you always got the impression, said "Oh boy, here comes a baseball!" and swung away.
You could see there was joy in his heart from the way Kruk played.
The argument over who is worse, Bush or Obama, is another fool's errand. That's like arguing that Plague is better than Pestilence. They're both awful.
The nation was generally well-governed from 1981 to 2001. After a 20 year period of adult leadership, maybe we deserve the last dozen years. We'll be paying for this for a long, long time.
"Let's also remember that it wasn't "Bush" or "Obama" who blew up the nation's debt, it was our feckless, do-everything Congress."
Well, yes, congress has the purse strings. As well as an approval rating deserving of most bad movies.
I just love when teh won, or any demo for that matter, blames a prior president, etc for fiscal and regulatory problems, when the responsibility falls on congress.
FYI we inherited the Pelosi - Reid congress in January of 2007.
The senate under Reid has produced no budget in 3.5 years and we are currently hostage to the baselined Continuing Resolution scheme the demos love so much. The only blame the repubs hold is the lack of votes to do anything about it. The dems has 2 years with both houses and barely passed ACA, relying upon armtwisting and kickbacks.
Its a fucking mess. I give Ryan credit for stepping up and volunteering to be part of the fix ( a 'hospital pass' anyone?). Anyone against him needs to STFU and listen, drop the 'party first' act and grow up, there are real problems now that the can has been serially kicked by congress.
You know what underminds us more than the odd cult crack? Fascist twits like you who can't seem to get the concept that freedom means the freedom of other people to do things you don't like.
My God you are tiresome and boring. Why Althouse reveres you so much is beyond me.
Let us also not forget that the spending that President Obama claims he inherited from Bush was voted for by Senator Obama.
So Barack Obama approved the spending increases and the lack of action on the housing bubble he tries to blame on someone else.
Distinct lack of responsibility.
You have to do MF Global-style accounting to arrive at that conclusion. But clearly the Democrats are up to it.
That was just to avoid discovery.
Like saying "you can believe what you want to believe" (which justifies 9-11) that excuse can be used to allow anything - and, unfortunately, has been.
Enjoy being a cult apologist, John, when you're proven wrong - and you will be - I'll be waiting,...
"Sweetie, that must be why they're ginning up a whisper campaign thinking they can drive a wedge between Evangelicals and Romney."
Hushup ...shuuusssh...
the evangelicals brought their own wedge. we didn't have to prompt them one bit.
it is always the demon left isn't it. is paranoia fun?
You have to do MF Global-style accounting to arrive at that conclusion.
And yet, I've yet to see the rebuttal.
Mark Nielsen said...
@karrde: I don't know this for a fact, either pro or con. (If you do know, please chime in.)
I do know, as I'm currently a Mormon bishop. Here's the quick version of how tithing works among Mormons, in case anyone wants to know.
The idea that all Mormons tithe is not correct. Most active Mormons do, but in any congregation there will be some who don't. Likely only their bishop knows. There are only two places it would be asked:
(1) If a member wants to visit the temple, they need to hold a recommend to do so, and obedience to the law of tithing is a question in the interview to receive a recommend. But a Mormon may certainly choose not to request a recommend -- several in my congregation do just that. (The temples, by the way, are not at all the same as our meetinghouses. Anyone can go to the meetinghouses where our Sunday services are held. The ceremonies in the temple are sacred to us and only members in good standing participate.)
(2) At the end of each calendar year we are supposed to attend a "tithing settlement" with our bishop. It's a short and simple meeting. Some choose not to attend, but again, most do -- even those who aren't currently paying tithing. All that happens is that the member is asked to make a declaration as to whether they are paying a full tithe. Nobody checks their tax forms for verification or second-guesses their declaration. I've had members ask me questions during tithing settlement ("should I pay tithing on gifts?" "do I pay on net or gross income?") and while I'm usually willing to give advice, ultimately the definition of "full tithe" is left for the member to decide for themselves.
But that's it. Other than that, nobody would ever know who does or doesn't pay tithing. We'll certainly hear in sermons and lessons that we *should* be paying tithing, but there's no compulsion. Because I'm bishop, *I* know who does and doesn't in my congregation, and I know that those who don't participate in other parts of our religious and social life just as much as anybody.
heyboom said...
Crack,
You are 100% wrong about Mormons, as usual. No member is required to bankrupt themselves in order to reach the 10% target. And nobody comes knocking on your door if you don't pay. I speak from personal knowledge, not what you think you know or heard or read about the LDS church.
@garage,
Plenty of evidence already posted.
Where's the evidence for your claim?
I'm talking numbers, not sophistry...
How about Kid Rock and Ted Nugent. As Republican as you can get.
caplight45 said...
Malachi 3:8-10(NIV)
8 “Will a mere mortal rob God? Yet you rob me.
“But you ask, ‘How are we robbing you?’
“In tithes and offerings. 9 You are under a curse —your whole nation—because you are robbing me.
10 Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.
@John, heyboom et al.:
Time out. Don't get so exercised about Crack. He's actually helping Romney, using a clever literary foil technique. By painting such an absurd portrait of Romney, he draws undecideds away from Obama.
If there were a viable third-Party candidate (and I hope there won't be), Crack would be all for that person. Wait and see.
Re: Nathan Alexander (responding to garage)
I think garage has made two claims:
1. Obama is "stingier" than past presidents, and
2. Obama did not spend as much in 4 years as Bush II spent in 8.
A bunch of us have pointed out that (1) is obviously untrue, and put the numbers right here in this three. So we can can count that as rebutted.
On (2) on the other hand, Garage is correct -- Obama did not spend as much in 4 years as Bush did in 8. He racked up more debt than Bush did in 8 years, but that's different from actual outlays. If we total up outlays, Bush II spent $19.2 trillion in 8 years. Including estimated expenditures for 2012, Obama will have spent only $14.4 trillion in the first 4 years of his presidency.
That's Bush II (in millions):
2001: 1,862,846
Obama (in millions):
2012: 3,795,547 (estimated)
I'm a Mormon, I pay my tithing, and I've worked with the Bishopric in recording tithing receipts (for the members who pay them).
The extent to which the church verifies an honest tithe it asking the member if they've paid a full tithe. Nothing else is done.
Technically speaking, a person could be on welfare, without any other income, not pay tithing on the welfare payments (as they aren't their money), and say that they've paid a full tithing. Also the case for people who don't work, but whose spouse does (typically ladies who are members, but whose husbands aren't).
The assertion that tithing isn't optional is based on the fact that you need to be a full tithe payer in order to receive a temple recommend. You need to do a lot of other things as well, but this is one of them. Of course, if you don't pay tithing, you aren't prevented form attending church or other activities outside of the temple. As well, no one else should know about this, as these things are strictly between you and your bishop.
There is plenty or ways to look at the data to "make" it say whatever we want. In any case, there has been one constant in Althouse commenting over the years, that being that garage mahal is fact impaired. Sadly it appears to be as a result of wishful thinking, not actual creative malice.
Sorry, garage has made three claims -- the third one was that Obama has not racked up as much debt in 3 years as Bush did in 8. That's also obviously untrue based on the numbers posted multiple times in this thread.
@balfegor: I think you've stripped garage down to a naked carport.
With a beemer underneath...
...which has dents from rough sex with buffalos in National Parks.
...which has dents from rough sex with buffalos in National Parks..
Hey at least I can have sex.
One constant in conservative humor I've noticed, and you can normally find one of these things in every "joke".
Something gets stuffed down your throat
Shoved up your ass
Involves minors and/or animals
One constant in liberal humor I've noticed...
...is that there's rarely any humor (See 'Behar, Joy' or 'Garofalo, Janeane').
garage mahal writes: One constant in conservative humor I've noticed, and you can normally find one of these things in every "joke".
That explains your cryptic tweet yesterday hashtagged #ruralwisconsinhumor!
chickelit
Wasn't cryptic, that joke goes back decades.
I thought you didn't follow me any longer?
Ruth Anne has list I follow called "Friend's of Trooper" and you're on it.* But you're right, I should follow you.
But you unfollowed me first. Just sayin'
*are you a FOT?
Anyhow, now that we've turned this thread about Mormon tithing into, bizarrely, a thread about the budget -- does anyone have a link to a CBO or Joint Committee or even a CRS report assessing the budgetary impact of the Bush tax cuts expiring? (specifically, all expiring vs. <$250K expiring, etc).
I've seen numbers in news reports indicating that the budgetary impact will be about $40B of revenue/year (or about 3% of our deficit), but I don't trust journalists with numbers, so I wanted to check for myself.
Somewhere out there is a padded cell with Crack's name on it. It's there waiting for you Crack, you'll be very comfy.
"The state takes a chunk of me,
The church takes a chunk of me,
And most of all my no good brother-in-law takes a chunk of me,
It's not fair I say, all I do is pay and pay."
'Well, Bub, that's life."
It's nice that Mitt can laugh at himself like that. O just can't pull that off.
As for the music they would bring to the WH, it's not music. The venue deserves something a little tonier, something aimed at adults.
Wally Kalbacken said...
I'd like to see ZZ Top play the White House. I know they did one of the inaugural events in 2005, but not at the White House.
heyboom,
Sure you do - do I have to remind the rest of you about the Mormon practice of "Lying For The Lord"? If not, then why would you take a Mormon's word on anything when you know they want this bad enough to say anything?
I mean, who are you going to trust - me or your lying eyes?
I think tithing settlement is a complete invasion. I bristled every time I had to do it. It just reinforces the fact that you have to pay your way into the temple and into the “celestial kingdom”. Back when I was a member, my bishop once withheld my recommend because I was a month behind on paying my tithing. I was working my ass of in ward and stake callings, taking my kids to church every week by myself, doing my visiting teaching, etc., but he felt I wasn’t worthy to go to the temple, that I was “stealing from the lord.” I missed my cousin’s wedding because I didn’t have the recommend. I was devastated and completely embarrassed to miss the wedding. I was so ashamed because of the things the bishop said to me.
I always tell you not to trust me - I'm just some guy online - stick to the evidence:
And then tell these liars to Fuck Off.
Anything you say, Debbie,...
cold pizza said...
Korihor is alive and well and posting on Althouse! -CP
For one night,. And I followed back.
@cold pizza -- that's a good one.
Of course you haven't.
You don't even know what your own links says.
"One constant in conservative humor I've noticed, and you can normally find one of these things in every "joke".
Involves minors and/or animals "
Well duh. We're joking about liberals and their behavior.
Nor do I believe Mitt Romney has ANY interest in meeting or listening to Bob Dylan
No, I think Mitt Romney's interest is in serving as the chief of the executive branch of the federal government.
I wonder if Mitt has a white horse on which he can ride to the inauguration. Not canon, of course. -CP
phx - "Nor do I believe Mitt Romney has ANY interest in meeting or listening to Bob Dylan."
Pure speculation by BOTH phx and bgates.
I speculate as well..my speculation is that Romney appreciates people that have had success in a variety of fields , from both parties.
And likely doesn't think any less of a decorated soldier, a small business owner that made it, or a fine artist he likes...merely because they happen to be Democrats.
That shit game of only associating with people or liking people of a certain political purity and idelogical conformity - is a game best left to a few idiot movie or recording stars, and the Sean Hannitys and Debbie Wasserman Schultz's
That shit game of only associating with people or liking people of a certain political purity and idelogical conformity
Right, and I think Romney is probably like that himself. My feeling is (yup, take it for what it's worth) Romney is comfortable associating with people who have a certain worldview. As you say "people who have success in a wide variety of fields." But I don't think he's interested in people who have NOT had success.
I don't think Romney would be too interested in Dylan. The whiff that still lingers off Dylan is that he doesn't give a shit about people that are "successful." You know, "Try to be a suck-cess." Romney's not the least interested in that kind of noncomformity.
Romney is the new Anti-Elvis.
Crack, did you notice, the lady in your "expose" tried to go to the temple? Which means
1) she didn't have a current temple recommend (which is good for 2 years)
2) she CHOSE to meet with her Bishop to go to her cousin's wedding to obtain a recommend where she VOLUNTEERED she was behind in her tithing. MY guess is her denial of a recommend had more to do with her heart on the matter than the money.
I have plenty of Mormon family members, some who tithe and some who don't. If you asked them all if they were Mormon, they'd say yes, so you really can't say its a forced practice.
And as to the internet woman's embarrassment . . . well I missed my cousin's wedding in April (which I traveled by plane to attend) because I forgot my recommend at home. I felt stupid for forgetting something so essential (and for not discovering it sooner), but no one in my family batted an eyelash (or accused me of a heinous sin). I waited outside the temple with other family members who also couldn't attend.
In the Mormon faith, missing weddings for various reasons is something you grow up with --- after all most are in their 20s before we've actually witnessed one. So not paying tithing keeps you out of a wedding? Well, that's just par for the course.
Nick Carter M. said...
The lead singer of the Killers is a Mormon. I like that Romney knows them. Hot Fuss is a great album
If you don't pay your annual terumah (Hebrew: תְּרוּמָה)at my friends synagogue you don't get a ticket to attend the services on the high holy days.
Birches,
So not paying tithing keeps you out of a wedding? Well, that's just par for the course.
caplight45,
Boy, it sure sucks to be an atheist and not have anyone (or anything) capable of telling you when you can or can't attend a family member's wedding.
I figure, in a few years, you'll all be rejoicing as your "spiritual" overlords call the shots over the most minute aspects of your lives.
As an American, I'll take the freedom to direct my own life, thanks,...
Crack - guess what as an American you're free to not follow any religious dictates, even if you're a *gasp* Mormon.
quick get Crack a tinfoil hat, the Mormons are coming to get him!
Anything you say Debbie
Obama's last budget called for more spending than any leader has spent, in any nation, in any year, in the entirety of recorded history.
If you made a list of "biggest spenders" and put every human being who has ever lived on that list, Obama would top it.
So I'm just sayin', garage, that the "he's actually kinda frugal" line is pretty much the funniest thing you've ever said. :)
Part of me wants to point out the obvious flaw in your argument. The other, larger part of me feels like it would be like taking candy from a special-needs kid.
Seriously?...I mean come on....seriously?
Do you honestly, seriously think there is even the remotest chance that the U.S. will become a theocracy?
If so, I'm frankly going to be disappointed in you.....
Meh. So -Congress- is responsible then eh?
Ok I'll play.
Barack Obama was elected to the US Senate in 2004-2008. He was an active member of -Congress- during the time period being discussed.
Is Senator Barack Obama responsible for not pushing to reduce spending while he was in -Congress- and while some of you are hold -Congress- responsible?
So if Congress is responsible then Barack Obama has culpability because he was in Congress at the time.
If the President is responsible then Barack Obama has culpability because he is President right now.
Or is the argument that while Barack was in Congress it wasn't responsible but now that he's President it somehow automagically is responsible? In which case I laugh in your face.
@ Geoff Matthews
Sorry to bother you but what is the appropriate tithe in the LDS? Is it a percentage of income? A set minimum amount?
I'm curious because my mother at one point seriously considered joining the LDS. That never went through but I think it was more because she lived in a rather rural part of New Hampshire and getting around would have been difficult. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Gahrie,
Theocracy is a political term, and based on the fact there's never been a government in this country that hasn't by far consisted of - much less been led by - those who don't claim to be divinely inspired, I'd say there's not a chance it will "become" what it already is.
The question strikes me as silly:
This is one nation "under God" - are you confused about what that means?
Considering we have a representative republic, I can see how you can be confused, since it's not representative of me but the lousy-goosy "beliefs" of those presupposed to gullibility about just about anything - it can look like something it's not - but a theocracy it is, and you should have no doubt about that.
My issue isn't a concern over whether our country will become religion-based but how far down that road we're determined to continue to go, and which one(s) are going to continue to rule and what that means for the citizens.
Sorry to disappoint you, if indeed I have,...
I am an LDS member. Converted in 1982 from Lutheran.
Run, run for your lives...the inquistion is coming!!!!!!
In a nation obsessed with homosexual rights, the absolute preservation of abortion, and free conreaception for all, we are supposed to be afraid of the tyranny of the "divinely inspired"?
I would much rather live in a society/civilization based on the divinely inspired than the rabidly atheist. (and I say that as a Deist)
@ed Geoff may be gone from the thread, so I'll answer. Tithing is defined as "ten percent of increase", with the definition of "increase" left up to be decided between members and God. Most of us pay tithing on gross income, but some choose net.
On top of tithing most of us make other donations. We fast on the first Sunday of each month and contribute the money we saved from buying food (or more) to go specifically to a fund that helps the poor. There are also other church-run funds we can choose to contribute to if we wish -- a fund to help members from poor countries obtain an education, a fund to help poor members make trips to attend to visit a temple, a fund to help missionaries pay for living expenses, a humanitarian relief fund for aiding victims of natural disasters, regardless of their faith.
Do your observations result in any conclusion about the fact that BHO had been unable to quote from the declaration of independence correctly? On at least three occasions he riffed on 'inalienable rights', but omitted the clause 'their creator' every time.
I would submit this ties in nicely with Romney using the words "our God"
Jefferson (to return to original sources) used the phrase 'their creator'. Note the plural 3rd person possessive. Try reading it with 'our creator' or 'the creator'. But that is not what is says. I submit that we each have a creator- mine may be an invisible sky god, yours may be Mr&Mrs X who created you 9 months prior to your birthday; others may have been created by Charles Darwin.
The point remains the same- rights are endowed- not given, not earned, not awarded by executive order.
@ Mark Nielsen
I was wondering if the definition of tithe were the same as what I understood it to be, which to me had always been 10%.
He's been very good to his friend at Exelon. Not to mention Solyndra(?), etc. Sort of makes the cries of "Haliburton" ring hollow.
bbkingfish said...
Ann thinks the National Pastime is horse ballet. Not surprising her loopiness seeps out occasionally in other ways.
few points:
Mormon tithing is not used for charity. The majority is used to maintain infrastructure and to pay for salaries of non-local leaders and the bureaucracy. Some is used to subsidize BYU. The balance is invested, generally in real estate.
To reiterate, LDS Tithing is NOT charity. Moreover, if you want to fully participate in the LDS church, you must pay tithing or lie about it. There is also the theological point that by paying tithing you won't be burnt at the second coming of Jesus, which is arguably even more of quid pro quo (and which has resulted in the joke that tithing is fire insurance.)
The LDS church keeps it's commercial business separate from the church. However, it's vast holding do provide collateral for low interest loans on the commercial side.
Mormon missionaries pay the entire cost of their own missions (mostly their parents do) by paying a set cost every month to the church. Years ago, one of the leaders of the church in charge of accounting bragged that like all church programs, this one runs a surplus.
Mormons fast every month and pay fast offerings which are intended to help needy families. In the past this program was administered locally and bishops were given discretion on how the money was spent. This has changed. All money for the US is now processed through Salt Lake City. Given the conservative fiscal nature of the church, this program likely runs a surplus. (There have been substantive changes in recent years about allowable expenses, which haven't been widely publicized. With these changes, the last ward--covering a mix of lower-middle and middle-class neighborhoods--where I was the finance clerk would now be running a massive surplus.)
The LDS church has added line items to donation forms, however the UK requires full disclose of these and an analysis of the spending found that the church spends less than 10% of this money on the intended cause. The church has since added a disclaimer to the donation form which states that regardless of what amounts are put on what lines, the church can spend the money any way they see fit. In other words, all donations are now thrown into the same pot regardless of the intent of the giver.
Incidentally, in 2002, the church built a temple in Nauvoo (and Palmyra and Winter Quarters). The population and tourist counts for these areas could not justify building any of them. The church made it very clear that the Nauvoo temple was built using independent donations. I believe them and suspect that very rich Mormons like Romney and Huntsman paid for the Nauvoo, Palmyra and Winter Quarters temples. This may be one of the things Romney doesn't want to disclose.
Regarding Joe's comments:
Tithing donations *do* qualify as charitable giving under US tax law, and for good reason. Yes, much of it goes to support the church organization -- there's nothing wrong with that.
Joe states that you have to pay tithing in order to "fully participate" in the church -- it depends on what you define as "fully participate". Temple attendance is the only thing you can't do without tithing, and as I related in my prior comment (I'm currently a Mormon bishop) there are members in my ward that don't tithe and still participate. Nobody other than me (and maybe my clerk, though I try to enter that information myself when possible) would even know they aren't tithe payers.
As for fast offering use -- yes, it all goes through Salt Lake City now -- but that's a change to allow more flexibility, not less. My ward runs a deficit, not a surplus. If I had to rely only on the money collected locally, I'd be in trouble. As it is, I'm allowed great latitude in distributing help with food, rent, medical bills, and utility bills. Consumer debt (credit card bills) is about the only common expense I'm not allowed to help with.
And as for running surpluses, since when is that something sinister?
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"Another article about an top-tier MBA-grad that is supposed to represent millennial women?"
"What, you couldn't find a Yale Law School grad to further support your thesis? While it is interesting for approximately one second to contemplate the career paths of the Ivy League set, most women (and men) in this country do not have the 'choices' that these women make. While women are certainly more cognizant of work-life balance and those who can and are so inclined to are increasingly making choices to spend more time with their family, these women are not representative of a generation. Most people work whatever job they can to support their families, and struggle at that. I'm a graduate of a top law school and have taken a step back from a big law firm to spend more time with my kids, but at least I don't fool myself into thinking (or writing articles that imply) that's an option for everyone."
Comment on a NYT article titled "More Than Their Mothers, Young Women Plan Career Pauses."
Tags: careers, millennials, motherhood, nyt
JackWayne said...
Ann, do you read the NYT because the articles support your Progressivism or because the underlying theme makes you sad for the glorious past of Progressivism?
Feminism is really about forcing others to cater to the wants of well off women and crazy college girls these days. Equality has been won and so they have to pretend that women in America are still oppressed in order to claim yet more female privilege be enacted into law.
What you will never see referenced in one of these NYT women's career "choice" articles is the bogus "78 cents" statistic.
Must preserve the narrative.
I read the NYT:
1. Because I need news sources and all are flawed.
2. Great source of bloggable material. I tend to blog things I disagree with!
The New York Times is written for the people who read the New York Times. It's no more complicated than that.
Larry J said...
The only time I've ever heard men told we could have it all was in a beer commercial (IIRC: Michelob) from years ago. We all have to make choices and those choices have consequences, usually in the form of restricting some of our later options. Having kids is a major choice. It will limit most people's options considerably.
lgv said...
Well, it's nice that she step down to a job as a strategist with a major pharmacy company. That's very representative.
It's great that women are planning out these career choices, but I doubt their employers are in on the planning meetings. Once they have tapped the maternity benefit, they execute their plan and resign without warning. There is a weird catch 22 out there as an employer. If you play fair and hire plenty of females, people of color, and people of great maturity, it just increases your risk of being sued. Once someone makes a claim, even when the claim is deemed worthless, you get gun shy about hiring.
There is also a certain disconnect from reality to the life of the elite MBA school grad. They play in a a different league made up of only their elite school peers. They can't conceive of how little they actually know, or that they aren't smarter than the top 10% of Big Ten MBA schools.
I have no issues with women MBA's or lawyers doing this sort of semi-dropping out. The world has enough Harvard MBA's and lawyers.
I get more conflicted for the female Doctors who eat up a med school slot, when stats show that the career productivity of a female Dr is about half that of a male.
- much shorter work weeks
- breaks in career
- part time after kids
- early retirement
Once they have tapped the maternity benefit, they execute their plan and resign without warning.
actually it's worse.
What they do is promise to come back after delivery, take the full FMLA period, forcing the business to hold their job, then resign the day before due to return.
A place on the highway nearby offers doggie day care.
A current day Diogenes would be pleased.
Jack Wayne said...
Jack,I know you must understand words, but the idea that Althouse reads (and comments on) NYT because of some prog-worship reflects a deficiency in overall comprehension. At least as often as not, she eviscerates NYT. Including in this case.
Rarely do I jump to Althouse's defense, because she can defend herself more effectively than I can defend her. But your comment is just too silly.
To readers/writers of the NYT Millennial women are rich, white,go to ivy league schools, drop out of the economy to have children, are are constantly victims of predator men. They don't understand that this represents about 1% of millennial women. I know many of the 99% and they work multiple jobs, have multiple kids, and usually are not married. We had to lay about 6 of them off when we got our tax bill this year as we have to pay the government too much to actually employ people. They are struggling as much as we are.
The vast majority of women are as foreign to Althouse and the rest of the NYT readership as the rest of the hoi polloi.
The 'top-rated comment' is of the 'you should have written about something else' variety. Maybe so, but it's a free country and even a writer in the NYT gets to pick her own topic.
Perhaps the travails of the upper 1% bore some people. But it so happens that the NYT is usually writing with that audience in mind. Not coincidentally, the same audience is also one of the main pillars of the Team Dem. It all fits, both in terms of subject and forum.
And did you notice that almost all of the B-school women quoted in the article have Asian names? Isn't that a bit to micro-aggressive for the NYT -- you know, the unsubtle suggestion that those Asian women are 'tiger moms who want it all' kind of thing?
I get more conflicted for the female Doctors who eat up a med school slot, when stats show that the career productivity of a female Dr is about half that of a male. "
When you need roughly twice as many doctors to carry the same load as was previously done by half as many doctors costs are going to go up.
As for the article, why don't these special snowflakes keep their jobs and hire full time nannies to raise their kids? The kids get raised, the nannies get good paying jobs and the special snowflake can pursue her career. This was a fairly common practice among the elites back in the day.
"As for the article, why don't these special snowflakes keep their jobs and hire full time nannies to raise their kids? The kids get raised, the nannies get good paying jobs and the special snowflake can pursue her career. This was a fairly common practice among the elites back in the day."
With all the young people out of work these days, I'm surprised more of them don't get hired as nannies--how hard can it be to pass a background check and keep a kid from setting himself on fire? What a boon that would be for the economy--more unemployed getting hired, more competition bringing down the costs of nannying and less power for Big Nanny, and women who can earn more outside the home will be freed up to compete in the economy.
The Chinese are way ahead of us on this.
I know a lot of stay at home parents, and very few of them are well off. Most are lower middle to middle class. The NYT commentariat can spare us the noblesse oblige.
I don't disagree, but I do think that many (some?) of these women do intend to return to work but, after spending time with their new child, can't force themselves to do it. I find it hard to criticize that, even though your point is sound.
" more competition bringing down the costs of nannying and less power for Big Nanny"
The problem is Big Nanny (aka Government). It is a jealous power. See Also: Background checks for volunteers, minimum wage laws, etc.
Even those with the highest career ambitions are more likely than their predecessors to plan to scale back at work at certain times or to seek out flexible jobs.
I'm glad that flexible jobs are there to seek out. They have certainly made my life better, though I'm not a female Ivy League MBA.
I'd love to rewrite one of these articles from the point of view of the person who prioritizes personal relationships and creativity over power and money.
And those who prize family time and personal creativity the most are more likely than their predecessors to plan to scale up at work at certain times or to seek out flexible jobs.
I have enormous respect for women who work and raise kids at the same time. It is grueling. Finding the right work/life balance is difficult. Sustaining a good healthy marriage while doing this,adds to the grind.
There's a lot of exhausted working women in SF, who after a few glasses of wine, lament that they'd rather be at home, hitched to a good man. The rat race ain't so hot.
When will the NY Times write about this:)
Kyzer SoSay said...
Tank:
Agreed, this is likely in many of those cases. I sympathize with the woman/mother in cases like these, but they could still offer to come back for 3 weeks or a month to close out their duties and bring their replacement up to speed. The ones who can't even bring themselves to do that minimal courtesy are just selfish.
FleetUSA said...
My neonatal MD daughter is unwinding from her Assoc Prof job at UnivHospital for similar reasons....more time with kids. They're only young once.
AA sez:
Fair enough, but wouldn't you also agree that the NY Times has a political point of view (left of center) and that you share this political point of view?
This is not necessarily a bad thing. A few people I know watch only FoxNews, and, Yes, they share FoxNews' political point of view.
"AA sez:
This is not necessarily a bad thing. A few people I know watch only FoxNews, and, Yes, they share FoxNews' political point of view."
It has more to do with thinking that everyone has the same concerns and problems. It is a bubble that they have formed. They don't want to hear about the problems of a single mom that has 4 kids with 2 different fathers and three 10$ an hour jobs. They want to hear about the poor doctor who is married to another rich professional and has to choose between her precious new snowflake and a career.
When will these Ivy League mental powerhouses realize that it's not all about sex. One of the first things my husband did while studying engineering at a land grant university was to observe lines at a restaurant. When are the peak times at a restaurant?
The problem is not just sex; it's also that most professional level jobs are locked into business hours, because it's easier to track man (that's a reference to universal man feminists) hours and labor costs with a time clock, for both accounting and wait for it, taxes and governmental regulation.
What Freeman Hunt said plus this: screw the online services that only hire candidates with doctorates or Ivy League credentials for telecommuting work.
As an employer been to that rodeo more than once. Its expensive and disruptive. Funny thing, a couple of years later, when money is tight and things are tough, I have had a few that want to come back since they need the money. Sometimes I take them back, but frankly on the whole its just cheaper, more productive and less disruptive to just hire a man. Businesses aren't charities but the left thinks they are. Anyway the law is the law and that's that. Incidentally its the time off of the career and working less hours that is the reason for the 73 cents hour versus the dollar for a man. Its worth paying more simply for the productivity gain and the lessen disruption. Otherwise what for profit business would pay more than it has to?
More than their mothers, but less than their grandmothers.
Poor David. I'm teasing Ann. I consider her a Moderate which I rate a worse disease that Progressivism.
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"A lot of people were saying that it would be him. They would say he would be the one to shoot up the school. Everyone predicted it."
Said one of the students of Stoneman Douglas High School, where 17 students were shot to death yesterday, about the suspect, Nikolas Cruz (NYT.)
Tags: murder
Fortunately he had easy access to an AR-15 or his rights might have been curtailed.
sykes.1 said...
A typical weekend in Chicago. But avert your eyes.
My high school would have been safe. About 30 kids were in the rifle club and had guns in their lockers.
Sounds like there were a lot of red flags but you cant arrest someone for thinking.
"My high school would have been safe. About 30 kids were in the rifle club and had guns in their lockers."
Having a gun in your locker is no help if you're trapped somewhere else in the school building with a shooter outside your door or in the same space as you.
Jersey Fled said...
Funny that the "educators" at the school all knew about this kids problems and all they did was kick him out. Where was the school psychologist in all this? Every school has one. This kid had obvious mental health problems, yet no one apparently reported him to the authorities who could have prevented him from getting a gun permit.
etbass said...
Looks like we are headed for metal detectors in all schools and armed guards. My granddaughter's high school has a police office within and city police are there during school hours.
We have removed God from public schools and replaced him with police.
the 4chan Guy who reads Althouse said...
School shootings: covered by Title IX?
-6W
After knowing he was a threat that could not come on campus with a back pack of guns, there were zero security measures taken such as hiring off duty police. The football coach was made the "security guard, " but he was forbidden to carry a weapon.
No weapons were allowed on campus, which fixed nothing at all, unexpectantly.
Seventeen people killed—students, faculty and one hapless guy standing on the corner.
I'd like to see a drug test to see what, if anything, was involved.
Now we can hear more thoughts and prayers while politicians continue to line their pockets with more NRA money.
Short of restoring the teaching of morality and godliness in our society, which is not to happen, we need for everyone to be armed. Yes there would be occasional shootings. But it probably would prevent mass shootings.
Yes, we could completely disarm the public as in Britain. That probably would greatly curtail mass shootings. And it would be perfect for the installation of the dictatorship so fervently desired by our superiors.
I will tell my kids the truth. They need to wear their bike helmets and stay to the right.
Robert Cook for High School concealed carry!
School shooting after school shooting, I just heard a politician say.
We need a school shooting day, so they're not sequential all the time.
I wonder if he had a two parent loving home life.
Duck and cover: just nukes, previously.
Did he and his parents attend church regularly?
Yes arm everybody and turn this country into an NRA OK Correl much to the delight of Putin.
To add a question to Tank’s: was he a Dreamer?
Some of his Instagram photos on a foreign newsite.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9SKkd79AjQ
It seems to me that mass shootings always happen in places where the shooter is confident that nobody else will be armed.
If you trust BuzzFeed:
https://www.buzzfeed.com/briannasacks/the-fbi-was-warned-about-a-school-shooting-threat-from?utm_term=.hdazP6jWRA#.dorayJKDYm
The FBI was alerted to this guy but did nothing.
#FBIknew
Jeselnik: the audience for the coverage are wedding photographers who only take selfies.
Everybody is already armed. If you try to disarm them you will "turn this country into an NRA OK Correl".
The mention of "Putin" just reminds us how much we need our guns to back up our votes.
Annie C. said...
Banning all weapons is a losing proposition. With the advent of 3D printing, as the price drops on the machines and materials, anyone will be able to make a weapon.
Banning gunpowder, fertilizer, ball bearings, pressure cookers, nail guns, and anything else that could be made into a projectile is a fruitless task.
When something is not allowed, people will find a way. See prohibition and the war on drugs.
The only way to stop people from shooting, blowing up others, or bullying someone into suicide is to look at the person behind the act.
We cannot arrest people for their thoughts. We can get them mental help, but just putting them on drugs does not seem to work since so many school shooters were on mental health drugs.
There only seems to be two imperfect solutions to the problem of murderous humans. Stopping them while they are still in the thought process or stopping them during the act.
Either we violate their civil liberties or we have armed people in more places than we do now.
The common line, "you can't fix stupid" could also apply. You can't fix evil.
There isn't a weekend when one of the neighors within earshot isn't banging away on his home target range. Yet nobody is shot.
Some students need to aim higher.
It's not stupid. There's always been stupid. It's media support of the genre.
Hey look I could do that and be infamous too.
There's a small price in lives and big bucks for the news media, who have to be a profit center or die.
Rate the coverage as child pornography. That would solve it.
Child pornography would be a fairly accurate analysis, too.
Robert Cook makes an obvious point, as usual, but fails to follow the logic, as usual.
They should make the lids of the new Harvest Boxes out of steel so the kids can use them as shields. Two problems solved!
One solution to school shootings.
Another solution for those who object to teachers carrying rifles.
Freder Frederson said...
So what are you saying, should we help people with mental illness or are they just evil that can't be fixed.
You are contradicting yourself.
I’m at the jury waiting room. It’s useless to attempt to spot the would be shooter. The courthouse has metal detectors.
Chicago had 650 murders last year, so 17 murders in a few minutes would be very atypical.
The last time I was here I was looking forward to moving to Florida.
Short of restoring the teaching of morality and godliness in our society,
So when exactly did the teaching of morality and godliness in our society actually prevent violence? Did it prevent lynchings by church going men in the south? Did their pious Catholicism prevent the rise of the Italian and Irish Mafias in this country
Perhaps Freder what some would like to call mental illness could be just plain evil.
Stacy Jo said...
For the guy bashing the NRA. The NRA is made up of individuals like me, a single mom, who has had her car and house broken into so I carry a gun to even the odds and protect myself and my kids. Yeah, I fight like hell when people want to leave me and my kids defenseless against criminals who see me as a target.
I'm looking at the Telegraph page Ralph L posted.
At the top is a cropped pic of the shooter with a handgun. Scroll down and you can see the uncropped pic. The barrel has an orange tip. So it's a toy, probably an Airsoft gun.
In the next block of images, he just has knives, the toy gun and a little Christmas tree.
The text of the article makes the guy's social media all sound so scary, but that's hindsight. If you look at what is actually posted it wouldn't have seemed very threatening beforehand. It's not the kind of thing where his teachers or somebody should have said, "Oh my God!".
His fellow students joking about him being the school shooter was alienating ridicule. I doubt anyone of them thought it was seriously predictive at the time. It's probably very common for kids to say that kind of thing about loners in schools these days.
I could see federal task force focused on trying to minimize school/other spree shootings. TF takes calls/emails from public (students at this school, blogger from Miss. who contacted FBI, teachers/counselors/relatives/social workers/hotel workers/bartenders who think they know of someone who may go postal, etc.).
TF would check out tips, check on teenagers setting off home-made bombs (Columbine), check tips against profiles, set up social media tracking, send local cops to interview where appropriate, add tags to NICS so gun purchases refused and/or delayed and TF alerted, track unusual multiple gun buys.
Do we already have something like this? If so, have not heard about it and it wouldn't work unless people know about it and how to call/email in tips.
I think we now have the AI/other tools to actually do something like this. But the # of people killed annually in spree shootings has averaged (I think) only about 1% of total homicides, so not a budget priority. Given what we've seen over last 12 months, time to make it one. JMHO.
Funny that the "educators" at the school all knew about this kids problems and all they did was kick him out.
Anyone see the problem with the way colleges handle sexual misconduct? Bueller?… Bueller?… Bueller?
Oh, and Freder, I don't mean evil in the God/Satan way. I mean evil as in a bad person that would not respond to any attempts at diagnosing or "curing" their mental health issues.
There are people in this world who are just plain bad. Call it broken, call it evil, call it psychopathy, call it Satan. It means the same and I don't think at this point in our evolution that we can fix it.
The joke about Barron being the first home school shooter was good.
This kid had obvious mental health problems, yet no one apparently reported him to the authorities who could have prevented him from getting a gun permit.
The kid was reported to the FBI by a YouTube guy who is a bail bondsman. The kid posted a comment, "I want to be a professional school shooter."
The FBI interviewed the You Tube guy and nothing happened.
The fact that there was no armed security after all this kid had said and done is a mystery.
It's interesting that he did not kill himself. We may learn a motive.
Probably enjoying the publicity.
“God Created Men and Sam Colt Made Them Equal!”
Except that we have declared all schools official fish in barrel zones. Except for token SRO who spend more time rifling through phones looking for sexting or trying to bust kids for pot than actually keeping the school safe.
"A lot of people were saying that it would be him."
I bet just about every school has someone they say that about.
It's not newsworthy when they're wrong 99.99% of the time.
sykes.1 said...A typical weekend in Chicago.
http://chicago.cbslocal.com/tag/weekend-violence/
More like two or three weekends - because of their poor gun control (bad shots):
"25 Wounded In MLK Day Weekend Shootings"
"6 Killed, 22 Wounded In Weekend Shootings"
"Yes arm everybody and turn this country into an NRA OK Correl much to the delight of Putin."
You want to join Trumpit on the moron bench?
Once again. For you and the other public sector employee at the top.
There are 100 million-MILLION- firearm owners in the US. Between them they own approx. 300 million-MILLION- firearms.
Here's the reality of any half assed gun control proposals you might entertain.
When just 5% of those 100 million say no there is absolutely nothing you or fedgov.org friends can do.
We're an armed country. Get used to it.
And societies (e.g., Europe, Australia) that are a lot less godly than ours, do not have this problem. And you can't blame minorities for our school shooting problems (like you try to do when it is pointed out that countries with much stricter gun control have fewer murders), almost all school shooters are white males.
Anti-psychotics only work if the patient takes them, and the only way to ensure that is to confine the patient. Long ago, thanks in part to such entertainments as The Snake Pit (1948) and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) this country essentially made psychiatric treatment voluntary. Just about the only way to treat a mentally ill person involuntarily is to find him not guilty by reason of insanity of a capital crime in a court of law.
This was not the case in the not too distant past when the plain fact that the most dangerously ill persons are also the most resistant to voluntary treatment was confronted directly rather than being swept under the carpet as is customary today. It is very common for paranoid psychotics to consider themselves more healthy than most people and especially favored with insights beyond the ken of the hoi polloi. They often resent the silencing of those "angelic" voices which haunt them and stop taking their medication to make the voices return.
We have already banned the possession of guns by the mentally ill and by convicted felons, which may come as a surprise to ARM, but these bans are ineffective. Felons do felonies, which means that the fear of incarnation usually does not deter them from crime, and among the crimes they are not deterred from are unlawful possession of firearms. They are enabled in these crimes by drug traffickers, who usually traffick in other contraband as well. The unlawful possession of firearms by the mentally ill is currently unsoluble because we have instituted laws which make mental illness virtually untreatable.
Erving Goffman's _Asylums_, a very entertaining and informative analysis of the social structure of mental institutions in the 50s and 60s, was responsible for getting involuntary committment banned.
That missed the point of the book. That both patients and staff organized so as to get something out of it was an analysis of any total institution, and of society in general, not something about mental institutions.
The supposed scandal was that staff got something out of it, and so the whole thing was banned.
"The simplest sociological view of the individual and his self is that he is to himself what his place in an organization defines him to be. When pressed, a sociologist modifies this model by granting certain complications : the self may be not yet formed or may exhibit conflicting dedications. Perhaps we should further complicate the construct by elevating these qualifications to a central place, initially defining the individual, for sociological purposes, as a stance-taking entity, a something that takes up a position somewhere between identificaiton with an organization and opposition to it, and is ready at the slightest pressure to regain its balance by shifting its involvement to either direction. It is thus _against something_ that the self can emerge. This has been appreciated by students of totalitarianism ...
I have argued the same case in regard to total institutions. May this not be the situation, however, in free society, too?
Without something to belong to, we have no stable self, and yet total commitment and attachment to any social unit implies a kind of selflessness. Our sense of being a person can come from being drawn into a wider social unit ; our sense of selfhood can arise through the little ways in which we resist the pull. Our status is backed by the solid buildings of the world, while our sense of personality identity often resides in the cracks."
Goffman _Asylums_ ``The Underlife of a Public Institution'' p.320
The ineffectual hero of "Metropolis" wrote: ...almost all school shooters are white males.
Almost all Nobel laureates in physics, chemistry, and medicine are white males.
1984 was a cautionary tale, not a How to Manual.
Search and replace 'go postal' with another crime, say 'illegal residence' or 'sell drugs'. Or say this was implemented 40 years ago, 'homosexual acts' or 65 years ago 'civil disobediance'
See any civil liberty issues with that?
You set up that surveillance, it will be used, and expanded to justify it's cost.
almost all school shooters are white males.
Whites are under-represented when compared to % of population.
Blacks and especially Asians are over-represented.
Trump Signs Bill Revoking Obama-Era Gun Checks for People With Mental Illnesses
FBI too busy with Carter Page
Schools are a deadly anachronism.
Stay online and stay alive.
No murderous rage builds when watching skinny blondes in a g-string spinning through the air, so maybe society ought to do a little more encouraging of pairs figure (good golly wasn't hers amazing) skating.
societies (e.g., Europe, Australia) that are a lot less godly than ours, do not have this problem.
In Europe, the allahly cause some problems on occasion.
The problem with blaming Trump is he and his supporters want dead kids, need dead kids, and only find satisfaction in their lives from dead kids.
So blaming Trump encourages more of this. It is kinda a blast though.
Dr Weevil said...
It seems both ignorant and tasteless to claim that "almost all school shooters are white males" while discussing a school shooter named Nicolas (notice: no H) de Jesus Cruz. Maybe he's the second "white Hispanic" in the history of journalism.
Rhhardin suggests: We need a school shooting day, so they're not sequential all the time.
That would never fly. While it might provide a more directly competitive exercise, it would tend to dilute the instant fame and lasting notoriety of the perpetrator.
JZ said...
How about a quick trial and execution? Seems like an appropriate response in this case.
"roesch/voltaire said...
Yes arm everybody and turn this country into an NRA OK Correl much to the delight of Putin."
Name one place where the concealed carry has led to the "OK Corral." One place.
Now compare that to your stupid "Gun Free Zones." which should be renamed "Fish in a Barrel Zones."
Not to make excuses for his actions, but I'm going to guess he was one those "throw away" male students that schools just don't want to deal with. It's much easier to expel them.
Maybe he's the second "white Hispanic" in the history of journalism.
"Hispanic" isn't a race and a "white hispanic" is no big deal: Spaniards are white Hispanics. But the MSM did lie when they called Zimmerman a White-Hispanic because his mother is 'Proudly Afro-Peruvian'.
The shooter was not a member of the NRA.
Responsible gun owners and NRA members DO NOT SHOOT UP SCHOOLS.
Leftwingers are all liars.
Hollywood inspires more gun violence that any other organization.
Florida is like a third world country. The fuckers can't even punch a chad without help from the Supreme Court.
I think it's high time we bring back public executions. Hang them to an inch of their life, then disembowel them, feeding the city dogs, and quarter them to feed the Lions in the Zoo. Put their heads on spikes at city hall.
I wonder about how to fix this. Better than nothing is a high standard. To reflexively take away others' freedom seems wrong to me.
Would this child have done better in a trade school I wonder -- was he ever given an opportunity, or a choice, or was he just square-pegged into the round hole of today's Educational System? Misfit as a teen is a cruel part to play.
You are correct in that if he had been a white Hispanic activist or college nerd or politician, and was either cool or a victim of something, the MSM would call him plain "Hispanic" based on his name:
http://www.unz.com/isteve/quiz-can-you-pick-out-white-hispanic/
(unfortunately a lot of the pictures are now missing...)
But he's bad, so he's just "white" (See: FBI stats).
Blogger roesch/voltaire said...
Holodomor. Holodomor. Holodomor. Holodomor. Holodomor. No, hysterical bitches, it is not a quote from Game of Thrones. You can't steal the seed grain of an armed populace. The Putins of the world, like the Stalins, Pol Pots, etc, prey on UNARMED populations. Mass shootings of unarmed civilians are frightful in all circumstances. But governments with guns kill the most people of all. Please try to understand that.
Correlation is not necessarily causation.
But we didn't have mass shootings a few decades when morality and godliness were taught in public schools. We did have widespread gun ownership then.
The Twin Peaks Bar in Waco, Texas was quite the free fire zone for a bit. But it appears there was some law enforcement shenanigans, as many charges against the bikers are being dropped.
That asshole in Florida would have to kill 17 people every day for 274 years to equal the bloody work of the Khmer Rouge. Who were led by college-educated progressives. THAT is why we have the 2nd Amendment. An ultimate defense against murderous government.
Blogger Kristian Holvoet said...
KH, I read the Church Report. It seems to me that the spree shootings are increasing and that (1) there is going to be greater call for gun control (which won't work), and (2) we are not going to go back to locking up all mentally unbalanced people (which might help).
The Vegas guy killed 69 and injured over 850 - one asshole in 10 minutes generated 10% of the 9-11 casualties (9k). The Columbine kids wanted to kill 400 but their bombs in the cafeteria failed to go off (they still could have shot/killed dozens more if they had wanted to (and maybe set the record) -- since the cops refused to go in -- but offed themselves after about 45 minutes).
Fortunately most spree killers are retarded and imbalanced. But I am worried that we are going to see more Vegas events and there will need to be some response.
Etienne suggests: I think it's high time we bring back public executions.
Yep. Maybe us a guillotine. Heads on spikes a great idea. This way, the perp would get even more air time.
But we didn't have mass shootings a few decades
A few decades ago we didn't live under the "You have to go to College to succeed" umbrella either.
A good way to fix this is to allow better access to psychological counseling and assistance. If he had been committed to a mental institution, which seemed, based on community sentiment, what was needed; this may have been prevented. Even if he didn't have a gun, the comments by the community suggests he would have eventually killed someone in some manner. If you want to stop such crimes, threat the problem, which is the mental condition of the person.
"Not to make excuses for his actions, but I'm going to guess he was one those "throw away" male students that schools just don't want to deal with. It's much easier to expel them."
I think we may find over time that Fritz's description has a lot of truth to it. I've heard that both parents are dead, mother died just last November, and kid is living with "friends."
Anyone blaming social media?
A lot of blame should be directed at Facebook and Zuckerberg et al.
At first glance the banner on the bottom of the screen on Fox said,"Florida School Officials give up on School Shooting."
On a doubletake it really said "...give update on School Shooting."
But they did indeed give up on having armed school protection guards.
NCMoss said...
Those making light of this tragedy just shut the hell up; show a little respect for the victims and their families.
When you put an executed criminals head on a spike, the birds get to peck his eyes and tongue out.
prairie wind said...
I suggest that we require gun safety classes for all students.
I also suggest that nationwide media coverage of a local event only encourages more of these events.
bolivar di griz said...
https://www.dailywire.com/news/27160/suspected-gunman-florida-school-shooting-ryan-saavedra
In a nation of 320 million people there are going to be some crazy and evil ones. There is nothing we can, nor will, do to stop a very small minority of them from doing really bad and evil things such as this most recent shooting. Hurling pre-conceived notions and proposing demonstrably ineffective actions only serves as therapy in the hours and days following such an atrocity.
-sw
It would appear that there were no restrictions on entry. Anyone, even a heavily armed individual who had been expelled could just saunter in. You'd think surveillance videos would be in place to show who is approaching the building. Even private companies do not give fired employees access to the premises.
"Funny that the 'educators' at the school all knew about this kids problems and all they did was kick him out. Where was the school psychologist in all this? Every school has one."
Do they? My high school (in Florida) didn't have one. I doubt very much if most, much less all, public high schools in America have school psychologists. Heck, we didn't even have a school nurse, and we were one of the best public high schools in the county.
Anti-psychotics only work if the patient takes them, and the only way to ensure that is to confine the patient.
Not really. Another alternative is mandatory outpatient treatment, with the threat of confinement to ensure compliance. Mandatory monthly injections of long-acting antipsychotics could also be used. I don't know whether there are such things or not, but I would expect that if there were a demand for such medications, the pharmaceutical industry could engineer them in pretty short order.
The real problem is that we seem to lack the will to confront mentally ill people and force them to get treatment. It is extremely difficult for family members, for example, to get someone they think needs help committed to treatment. This probably won't change until many hundreds more are murdered by psychotics.
"We have removed God from public schools and replaced him with police."
God never was in the public schools, rightly so. The problems with children in schools comes from their lives outside the schools.
"Annie C said...
The Twin Peaks Bar in Waco, Texas was quite the free fire zone for a bit. But it appears there was some law enforcement shenanigans, as many charges against the bikers are being dropped."
And that two rival motorcycle gangs shooting it out so not really an every day circumstance. Closer to the gang violence we see in Chciago than a bunch of unrelated people carrying guns in the same location...
"Short of restoring the teaching of morality and godliness in our society...."
This is the responsibility of the families, not the schools.
"...we need for everyone to be armed. Yes there would be occasional shootings. But it probably would prevent mass shootings."
"Maybe he's the second 'white Hispanic' in the history of journalism."
"White hispanic" is a U.S. racial category.
"I think it's high time we bring back public executions. Hang them to an inch of their life, then disembowel them, feeding the city dogs, and quarter them to feed the Lions in the Zoo. Put their heads on spikes at city hall."
Yes...just like a third world country!
The "A attacked B, which gives State-shtupper C the right to attack D" idiocy. I'm guessing this is a variant on the Argument from Pity fallacy, a favorite of "liberal" boneheads.
Instapundit today has an interesting discussion on the FBI being warned that the shooter was a threat. There are amusing comments on the theme, "Hey, don't bother the FBI with this nonsense. They're busy helping the attempted coup."
White Hispanic, African-American, etc. are politically congruent classes of half-breeds that have been normalized by personal and institutional diversity.
An untreated psychotic individual and a public deprived of the means for self-defense is a Plan to open an abortion field.
Wasn't isolation believed to breed this kind of behavior?
"Everybody knew" sounds like the guy was on the outside of pier groups.
"Lem said...
"Everybody knew" sounds like the guy was on the outside of pier groups."
He should have seen a dock.
Did I misspelled that?
funny."
Sorry. Couldn't resist.
Recent drug bust in Poughkeepsie, NY, 16 arrests, 14 from Poughkeepsie. In addition to the drugs, guns were confiscated! I'm waiting for Governor Cuomo and legislature Democrats to explain how criminals obtained all those guns with the SAFE act in effect that hinders us law abiding citizens from obtaining guns, and a permitting process for handguns that in some state jurisdictions ensure only the politically connected get the permits.
Gun control laws don't stop criminals from obtaining guns. Just as criminal laws don't stop criminals from committing crimes. And drug laws don't stop druggies from using drugs. The difference between them is that gun laws are specifically designed to severely hamper the rights of citizens to obtain and purchase arms, and do nothing, absolutely nothing, to reduce crime.
Gun control laws don't stop criminals from obtaining guns. Just as criminal laws don't stop criminals from committing crimes.
Like the cartoon that showed two would-be armed robbers stopped at the door of a convenience store because of a sign. "We can't rob this place. It's a gun-free zone!"
You can't arrest someone for thinking, but you can for terroristic threats- and you can definitely monitor them closely in such instances. This is going to be a big black eye for law enforcement and the FBI if the allegations that they were warned by multiple parties about Cruz, and that the social media accounts where he made these direct threats prove true (I don't know they are true, but it looks increasingly likely they are).
320Busdriver said...
I've seen the screenshots of his iirc youtube account showing his threat that the fbi "supposedly" investigated. If that was not the red flag, then there is no red flag. Big black eye is the understatement of the year. At least we know there is no corruption at the fbi....
Blogger prairie wind said...
It was nauseating watching that recent press conference as each and every speaker, save maybe the medical docs, seemed more than pleased to bask in the bloody limelight. Pam Bondi is especially good at this. No likey Pam.
Yes arm everybody and turn this country into an NRA OK Correl much to the delight of Putin. - R/V
Explain to me why we never - ever - see mass shootings at gun shows, Mr. Smart Ass.
The 19 year old shooter has won more fame now than all the Olympics winners put together.
He earned great fame for his Gold Medal at School Shooting, scoring a perfect 10. He is beome the talk of the town.
But no one can figure out why he did it.
Everyone knew this kid was dangerous, and yet no one did anything about it.
Freder: "So when exactly did the teaching of morality and godliness in our society actually prevent violence?"
So when exactly did the passing of laws intended to reduce violence actually prevent violence?
"Yes arm everybody and turn this country into an NRA OK Correl much to the delight of Putin. - R/V"
"Explain to me why we never - ever - see mass shootings at gun shows, Mr. Smart Ass."
On today's Instapundit there's a link to an interesting article about how there were once guns in schools and yet no mass shootings. (And apparently few one-off shootings.) Mr. Smart Ass might want to crawl out of the "liberal" Cocoon and give it a look-see.
Mr. Smart Ass also doesm't know that the biggest, bloodiest gun-toter in history is the State, so beloved by "liberals." One academic, R. J. Rummel, has made a career out of studying the subject, and his estimate of "democide" (his term for "murder by government"), just in the 20th Century alone, is staggering. I forget the figure but it's in the millions, if not billions. And that's not counting war casualties.
langford peel said...
People like to put themselves in middle of a story. It is human but not very edifying.
Sure everyone knew he was going to blow. I know a lot of people who should be locked up. But we have laws.
The only sure defense is self defense. Period.
Let's see, the students and school officials knew Cruz posed a potential danger. The FBI had his name as an aspiring "professional school shooter." At the time he purchased his weapon there were federal laws restricting sale to mentally ill people. What went wrong here?
Maybe the gunphobes running the schools need to focus on protecting students instead of waiting for the passage of ineffectual laws. Maybe the FBI needs to focus on dealing with reported threats instead of phony political investigations.
Rocket science for Democrats and other rubes.
"Now we can hear more thoughts and prayers while politicians continue to line their pockets with more NRA money."
The money given by the NRA is a pittance compared to the money given by teacher's unions who prefer expenditures on teachers' salaries and benefits instead of effective security measures.
Additionally, recipients of NRA fund support the Second Amendment before receipt, unlike recipients of union money who do as they're told by their union masters.
Has there been any evidence shown that this perp was mentally ill? Is it assumed that someone who shoots lots of people at a school is mentally ill? People with antisocial personality disorders are not legally insane nor can they be successfully treated [yes, there is plenty of evidence]. As in A Clockwork Orange, there are questions about violent behavior that we still can't answer.
BTW, I am an NRA member and know offhand of NO NRA member that has shot anyone in the criminal sense. More gun laws aren't going to protect anyone.
mtrobertslaw said...
Freder F. doesn't like the idea of teaching virtue and vice in our public schools. He apparently sees this as teaching religion. If he took the time to education himself he would learn that our concepts of virtue and vice originated with the ancient Greek philosophers and not religion.
If a growing number of children do not get any moral instruction from their parents or from religious institutions, where will they get their notions of right or wrong? From the street where it is easy to conclude that justice is nothing but the will of the stronger? Or from that amorphous thing called the "self" that invents "rules" for its behavior that feed its insatiate will to power?
Include sh!thole next time!
I understand that the inclination to "do something" is strong after events like this, I really do. But will more laws help? Will banned armaments bring an end? I lean towards an answer of No. I think it's sad that the answer is no. But there it is.
Here is an article listing the top 50 lobbyists. I don't see the NRA on the list.
Top 50 Lobby Groups
Cook: "God never was in the public schools, rightly so."
Really? What was going on when I ordered my first Bible through Longfellow Elementary, a public school, so I could attend Bible class every Friday afternoon. Or when we spent an occasional moment in prayer for our troops overseas or sick classmates.
Like most SecProgs, Cookie believes history begins on the occasion of leftist landmarks like Engel v. Vitale or Murray v. Curlett.
R|V is just shoveling the mouth diarrhea of Adam Schiff-ty, who claimed last week that Putin is all in favor of the 2nd Amendment. Schiff-ty spewed his droppings to divert from the fact that he's a corrupt, lying piece of pig shit.
And also because he knows dullards like R/V will unthinkingly parrot anything he says, any stupid theory he dreams up. If Schiff-ty claims Trump is sending sooper sekrit messages to Putin via his red neckties, Adam's idiot fan club will believe him.
Why is it you never see these mass shootings at parochial schools yet so often at public?
Is it a better class of student? Is it a more caring set of parents? Or is it the fact parochial schools have GOD in their schools while public ones do their best to erase God from their teachings?
How about the answer being all three. More caring parents, and thus a better class of student, tend to be willing to send their children to schools where morals are taught. And morals come from religion (where there is no vote on what is 'moral' and what is not. Where there is no 'choices' that none are good or bad.)
We need to reform our snakepits we call 'public schools'. They used to have prayer in such schools. They used to read passages from the Christian Bible over the PA system once a day. They used to teach morals in schools. Nowdays it seems it's all about 'transgender rights'. You cannot even wear a Christian t-shirt to schools these days!
Think about it folks. Mass shootings at parochial schools just don't happen (except at St. Mary's Parochial School in Newburgh, N.Y. in 1891 and Bremen school shooting in 1913!)
roesch/voltaire is just upset that Russia is not Communist anymore.
Poor guy.
Because of math.
There have been many shootings at churches.
Ah yes, a look back at the halcyon 1980's, where every school had a rifle club (bullshit, I graduated in 1979 from high school in the suburbs of Chicago, and there were no rifle clubs), people respected guns and morality prevailed.
Except of course the murder rate was twice what it is now.
"Gun control laws don't stop criminals from obtaining guns. Just as criminal laws don't stop criminals from committing crimes."
Given the precipitous drop in crimes nationwide over the past two decades, something is stopping criminals from committing crimes.
President Toilet Paper Shoe's Perfect Phone Call said...
Every time a kid mows down dozens of classmates with firearms, a right-wing conservative feels more free.
Right-wingers can't feel free without a few firearm-facilitated mass murders on a fairly frequent/regular basis.
About that hot scoop:
https://mobile.twitter.com/alimhaider/status/964299405196255232?p=v
The only way to fix this is to change our culture. Which takes time and a ridiculous amount of sustained effort by millions of people. How long did it take after the 1964 Surgeon General's report for smoking to become uncool?
The culture of violence that we currently have has been evolving at least since the demise of the Hayes Code (and I would argue that the seeds were planted even before the Civil War). It would take decades to roll it back. And we haven't even started.
Sacto_Dave said...
etbass said: Looks like we are headed for metal detectors in all schools and armed guards. My granddaughter's high school has a police office within and city police are there during school hours.
I went to high school in 1966-1969. We had a uniformed and armed school cop, a member of the local police force, on campus. He mostly busted kids for trying to cut school or smoking in the bathrooms. But he was there when race riots broke out and called in support. It's not exactly a new idea.
https://mobile.twitter.com/ComfortablySmug/status/964304745082089474
The Toothless Revolutionary said...
Every time a kid mows down his classmates totalitarians try to disarm their political enemies and propose things that would do nothing to solve the problem.
Like every leftist post on this topic you have zero policies that would have actually stopped it or provided mitigation. But lots of hate for your political opponents.
There would have to be a school shooting that killed 17 kids a day for over 3000 years to equal the number of disarmed people Stalin killed.
Blogger Robert Cook said...
"Given the precipitous drop in crimes nationwide over the past two decades, something is stopping criminals from committing crimes."
Though not scientific evidence, the drop appears to coincide with the advent of concealed carry laws.
Something for Freder
http://www.ihsa.org/NewsMedia/IllinoisHStoric/IllinoisHStoricArticle.aspx?url=/archive/hstoric/marksmanship_boys.htm
Achilles observes: Every time a kid mows down his classmates totalitarians try to disarm their political enemies and propose things that would do nothing to solve the problem.
Never let a crisis go to waste!
Every time a dictator has unarmed and helpless "enemies of the State" liquidated, the Toothless State-fellator feels a tingle in his crotch.
The news is not good for the FBI. Much worse than we thought.
ARM, I know about the Trump action you reference. But the NBC article conveniently left out the fact that the ACLU supported the NRA position.
So, yeah, Trump stopped the act, because it was bad legislation painting with an extremely broad brush.
Focus in on people with evidence of violent tendencies and we can talk. This proposal was not the way.
But I suppose I am more hesitant to strip people of their rights than some.
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New England Ghost Stories, New Hampshire
The Moultan House – Hampton, NH
January 31, 2010 Bela Black 1 Comment
If the passing tourist could get a good look at the General Jonathan Moulton house which is practically hidden by trees near where Drakeside road runs off the Lafayette highway in the south part of the village, they would find it a very handsome old mansion and also a very peaceful one. But 150 years ago and more, ghosts were dwelling in it — ghosts of the General and his first wife. They frightened the wits out of the servants in Col Oliver Whipple’s household (he being then the owner); and even before that, there had been a horrible affair in Moulton’s second-wedding night.
Not until the minister came and “laid” the ghosts was there any peace in the place.
Gen Moulton — or Colonel as he was until later life; how he got the “General” title doesn’t seem to be of record — Gen Moulton was a very wealthy man. He was so rich that inevitably the story was told that he had sold his soul to the Devil for gold; and when his house burned down everybody knew that the Devil had done it because Moulton had tried to trick him.
But the General built himself an even finer house (that which stands here now)[212 Lafayette Road] — and his first wife having died in 1775, he married again just a year later.
The wedding was a very gay affair, it seems. Mr. Harland Little, who with his two sisters now lives in the Moulton house, handed me a letter dated Hampton Falls, Sept. 15, 1776. It was written by Nathaniel Weare (son of Gov. Weare of the Weare house, which is still there at Hampton Falls [13 Exeter Road], and is addressed to his brother Lt. Richard, who was with the American forces at Ticonderoga. Richard was afterwards killed, and the letter came back among his possessions.
“I have not much News if any to write you,” began Nathaniel, in the way of letter-writers before and after him. “except that the Privateers continue to bring prizes from the West Indies bound to England. Col Moulton was married last week to Miss Sally Emery; had the honours of being at their Wedding which frolick lasted three days. . .”
Even while the gentry frolicked, the townsfolk talked — whispering that it was mighty suspicious about the first wife’s death . . . and now here he was marrying this handsome young woman. (The fact seems to be that he was 50 and she about 35.)
“And do you know what they say?” said the gossips. “They say the old skinflint — him with all his money — took the wedding ring off his first wife’s finger before she was laid in her grave, and used it again for this new wife. And his gifts to her! What are they but his first wife’s jewels!”
“No good will come of it, mark you,” they said.
What happened after that was left to the telling of a poet.
“I give the story,” wrote John Greenleaf Whittier, “as I heard it as a child from a venerable family visitant.” — which means that he heard it probably within 30 years of Gen Moulton’s death in 1789, and when the second Mrs. Moulton was only recently in her grave. She had married a North Hampton clergyman, and she died, I believe, in 1817, when Whittier was just 10 years old.
That Whittier came to know the tale of the second Mrs. Moulton’s shocking experience in her wedding night is not surprisiing. His good Quaker mother and his Aunt Mercy devoured with relish every story of supernatural happenings, and managed to hear plenty of them. At one time they even tried a little sorcery on a clergyman they disliked.
Thus many a weird tale came young Whittier’s way, and out of the treasury of his youth he brought forth in 1843 the Moulton wedding-story in his poem “The New Wife and the Old.”
Dark the halls, and cold the feast, Gone the bridesmaids, gone the priest, All is over, all is done, Twain of yesterday are one. Blooming girl and manhood gray, Autumn in the arms of May! So his poem begins, and it goes on to tell how in that wedding night, when all was quiet
. . . save the breeze Moaning through the graveyard trees, the fair young bride awoke, to find the ghostly form of the dead first wife beside her bed.
God have mercy! Icy cold Spectral hands her own enfold, Drawing silently from them Love’s fair gifts of gold and gem. “Waken! save me!” still as death At her side he slumbereth. Ring and bracelet all are gone, And that ice-cold hand withdrawn; But she heard a murmur low, Full of sweetness, full of woe, Half a sigh and half a moan, “Fear not! give the dead her own.”
And so it was that the ghost of the first wife came back and stripped here old jewels from the new wife’s arms.
Now it would be enlightening as to how legends are born if we knew (as perhaps somebody does?) whether the tale of this meeting of the two wives had its origin in some actual experience of the second Mrs. Moulton — a dream perhaps — or whether it was a purely fanciful thing born of the indisputable fact that later tenants of this Moulton mansion claimed to have seen ghostly visitors in it. As one of those later visitors was the first wife, a lively imagination well could have speculated on what might have happened had she been around when the new wife had come to take her place.
Col Whipple came to live here in the early 1790’s, and remained about 10 years.
“His wife was one of the Gardiners of the Gardiner, Me., family,” Mr. Little told me. “They were very wealthy. And the story is that they had to get out of the house of the ghosts.”
To the Whipple servants the ghosts were very real. Whipple’s granddaughter heard all about them from her mother.
“My grandfather Whipple being absent,” she wrote, “the servants . . . insisted that Gen Moulton and his wife disturbed the house so much at night, he thumping his cane, and her dress ‘a-rustling down the stairs,’ that nothing could allay their terror.”
Some saw only the General; but Mrs. Williams, the Whipple housekeeper, claimed that she often saw both — even describing how the General was in a “snuff-colored suit and enormous wig, holding a gold-headed cane.”
Eventually the terrified servants threatened to leave the place. And it was then that a certain Parson Melton or Milton, or perhaps Rev. John Boddily, was called in to exorcise or “lay” the spirits. If the story of Moulton’s trafficking with the devil then was current, there would have been reason to think the whole business of diabolical origin.
(Mr. Little says that one version of the story is that the Bishop of Rhode Island was induced to conduct the ceremony.)
“Many persons in the vicinity came for the exorcising . . . ,” wrote the granddaughter. “My mother said the scene was very impressive to her as a child, and she could never forget the white and black servants and neighbors standing in solemn awe, and the abjuring of the minister.
“The servants, I believe, never complained of being disturbed or of seeing the ghosts, after this ceremony.”
And Mr. Little, too, assures me that they are gone.
http://www.seacoastnh.com/arts/please102200.html
When The Devil Himself … and Unhappy Ghosts … Roamed Hampton Village
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Whether it was in actual fact the first time they had met is unknown, but the official first meeting of Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff took place at Universal City in March of 1932. Despite their reputations as the reigning kings of horror, the event stage-managed by Universal publicity director John LeRoy Johnstone saw the two tuxedo-clad stars in jovial mood. Apart from one shot in which Lugosi is shown putting his Dracula whammy on Karloff and another in which Karloff is poised to bring his fists down upon the head of an unsuspecting Lugosi, the event as photographed by Ray Jones was presented as a lighthearted, convivial affair with both actors in a relaxed playful mood.
This display of good humored bonhomie was typical fodder for the “fan” magazines of the period, but was at odds with what moviegoers who had been terrified by Dracula and Frankenstein the previous year had expected. It was perhaps no surprise then that when reporter Ted LeBerthon penned a “true” account of what he had witnessed at that historic meeting, one more in keeping with the public’s conception of the two masters of the macabre, that he was compelled to offer it for publication to the popular pulp magazine Weird Tales for fear of shattering the nerves of the genteel “fan” magazine readers who were “too accustomed to sunshine to relish shadows.”
Weird Tales, Vol 20, No. 4, October 1932
DEMONS OF THE FILM COLONY
By Ted LeBerthon
Was a gigantic hoax perpetrated on the author by “Dracula” Lugosi and “Frankenstein” Karloff,” aided and abetted by the photographer?
For ten years I have been writing about the activities of the motion picture colony for what are known as the “fan” magazines; and, in strict justice to the movie people in and about Hollywood, I never before had an experience such as the one that befell me recently—for there is nothing weird, preternatural or otherwise affrighting about most motion picture people, for the child Jackie Cooper to the more elderly Marie Dressler. There have been, it is true, curious legends about Greta Garbo, but she stays away from interviewers. Whatever her secret, she keeps it.
Obviously, I could not relate the experience I had in the pages of a “fan” magazine. The readers of these magazines are too accustomed to sunshine to relish shadows. So, I decided to submit to the readers of Weird Tales the ghastly details of a gigantic hoax perpetrated on me by Bela Lugosi, star of the films Dracula and Murders in the Rue Morgue, and Boris Karloff, who played the monster in the film Frankenstein.
Candidly, for reasons which the reader may surmise before he finished reading, I have hesitated considerably about writing of just what happened, but now I feel I should make what happened public.
I was just leaving Universal City one rainy, dreary morning when John LeRoy Johnstone, Universal publicity director, called to me.
“Ted, don’t go away. I just happened to think that our two demons, ‘Dracula’ Lugosi and ‘Frankenstein’ Karloff, are coming here in a few minutes. A demons’ rendezvous ought to interest you. I might add that they’re hastening here from opposite directions, to meet for the first time. They actually have never met. You see, Dracula and Murders in the Rue Morgue, in which Lugosi starred, were made here at different times than Frankenstein, in which Karloff played the ghastly, man-made monster. and that’s why they’ve never met professionally. Nor have they ever met socially, although both have been in Hollywood, on and off, for several years. But you know the film colony. All split up into little groups and circles.”
I didn’t mind sticking around. For one thing, a murky drizzle had begun to fall outside. The mammoth Universal stages, seen through a window seemed in the grayness, to be enormous squat tombs, unadorned sarcophagi in which giants five hundred feet tall, stretched in death could be laid. It might not be a bad idea, I concluded, to wait around a little, if only to give the rain a chance to stop.
“Doggoned if it isn’t just the kind of a morning for a couple of monsters to meet,” laughed Johnstone. “And do you know something: I’ve a queer hunch something funny’ll happen when they meet. Not that there’s any professional rivalry between them in the demon field, as far as I know; but there’s been a lot of banter going around the studio about the weird possibilities, you know, the things that could happen when Dracula meets the Frankenstein monster! Candidly, I wouldn’t be surprised if they try to frame each other.”
“What do you mean?” I chuckled nervously.
“Well,” he countered, “it’s natural that this meeting should strike them both as funny. And you now what actors are for pulling gags on each other.”
The rain, increasing, muttered against the ground outside.
Boris Karloff was first to arrive—and, fantastically enough in evening clothes, worn under a rain-flecked overcoat which he tossed off with a mischievous, almost boyish fling.
We were introduced. And I learned, from his accent, then from his admission, that he name is not Karloff, but that he is an Englishman with a most unfortunate name. But we won’t go into that.
He is slender, debonair, graceful with powerful shoulders and large strong hands, smooth iron-gray hair, darkly tanned skin and lucent deep-set brown eyes. A witty, casual, well-bred fellow, with one of those strong-boned, hallow-cheeked countenances that seems carved out of hickory, and is characteristic of so many well-travelled, weather-beaten, distinguished-appearing Britishers.
He joked waggishly, this Englishman from God knows where whose name is not Karloff, about his coming meeting with Bela Lugosi.
As he was talking, and Johnstone and I were absorbed in his high spirits, the door leading to the studio outside evidently opened. No one saw it open. In fact, we did not see anything until Karloff, who faced the door as he chatted with us, suddenly looked up and asseverated startlingly, “Oh, my God!”
Johnstone and I looked around and I don’t know what he thought or felt. I do know I became visibly disconnected, to put it lightly.
There stood Lugosi, filling the doorway, quiet as death, and smiling in his curiously knowing way. It is the smile of a tall, weary, haunted aristocrat, a person of perhaps fallen greatness, a secretive Lucifer who sees too clearly and knows too much, and perhaps wishes it were not so, and would like to be a gracious chap. He, too, was in evening clothes—on a rainy morning! He advanced with a soft springy tread.
Karloff stood up as if galvanized by some sudden irrevocable plan of action. The he turned on the advancing Lugosi a cold, unbelieving stare that would have riveted another man in his tracks. But the tall, taper-fingered Hungarian drawing himself erect, continued to smile with unmistakably ghastly knowingness.
It was Lugosi’s hand which was thrust forward first. As they shook hands they seemed to lock horns with their eyes. Only for a moment, however, for both broke into ear-to-ear grins.
“I hope I didn’t scare you to death,” Lugosi smiled, narrowing his eyes, and seeming to look right through the quondam monster.
“I hope I didn’t scare you to death,” parried Karloff mirthfully.
I could not be certain; but I thought Lugosi bristled, as if his demonical prowess had been challenged by a tyro in demonism.
Finally he said slowly.
“I think I could scare you to death.”
Karloff struck a match, lit a cigarette, puffed a couple of times, and retorted with an air of whimsical scorn;
“I not only think I can scare your ears right off, Mr. Dracula, I’ll bet you that I can.”
Within the next few minutes a wager of a hundred dollars had been made. They would go into a deserted set within one of the vast, empty, tomb-like stages squatting in the rain outside. No lights would be turned on. They would tell each other stories—such stories of darkness, terror and madness that one or the other would either faint or cry out for the other to stop. The other would then be pronounced victor.
Publicist Johnstone, grinning a bit unconvincingly, as if he were somehow ill, protested:
“There should be a referee. You go along, LeBerthon, and decide which one out-scares the other. And I’ll tell you what. Take Ray Jones, the photographer, along. He can get incontrovertible evidence.”
“I don’t want to oppose your wishes,” put in Lugosi, his eyes widening like wrathful alarm signals, “but I would rather be alone with Mr. Karloff. You won’t need any evidence. All you may need is a doctor, a nerve and heart specialist. You see only one of us will walk off that stage. The other will be…er…carried off.”
He said this with some heat, yet a growing twinkle in his eyes which gradually narrowed again. But Johnstone was obdurate.
And so, two tall actors in evening clothes, a photographer and a writer walked with bowed heads and hunched shoulders in the rain to reach the stage building with its unfortunate resemblance, for me, to a colossal sepulcher.
We entered a small door in the side, nearly tripping over cables that coiled like lifeless serpents about the floor in the dank, dusky atmosphere. Photographer Jones lit a match. We found our way to a set where, among other articles of furniture, there was a davenport. It was then agreed that Jones could take photographs if he and I would stand 25 feet away in a dark corner, and if he would use only noiseless flash powder.
The tall actors in evening clothes sat on the davenport. In the obscure gloom we scarcely could discern their figures. But soon we were to hear a mournful voice, Lugosi’s.
“Boris,” he began in a gloating sonority,” what would you say if this set, this stage, this studio, suddenly vanished, and you found that in reality you and I were sitting at the bottom of a pit. Ha! That would be inconvenient for you, wouldn’t it? But of course I might provide some charming company—I might drag down into this pit an exquisite young woman. And I should indulge in a curious experiment that would cause your hair to turn white—and your stomach to turn inside out.
“Boris,” he went on in a ghoulish, sickeningly exultant tone, “women are thrilled by Dracula, the suave one. Women love the horrible, the creepy, more than men. Why does a woman always tell the story of her husband’s death so often and with such relish? Why does she go to cemeteries? Tenderness? Grief? Bah! It’s because she likes to be hurt, tortured, terrified! Yes, Boris! Ah, Boris, to win a woman, take her with you to see Dracula, the movie. As she sees me, the bat-like vampire, swoop through an open casement into some girl’s boudoir, there to sink teeth into neck and drink blood, she will thrill through every nerve and fiber. That is your cue to draw close to her, Boris. When she is limp as a rag, take her where you will, do with her what you will. Ah, especially, Boris, bite her on the neck!
“The love-bite, it is the beginning. In the end, you, too, Boris will become a vampire. You will live five hundred years. You will sleep in moldy graves by day and make fiendish love to beauties at night. You will see generations live and die. You will see a girl baby born to some woman and wait a mere 16 to 18 years for her to grow up, so that you can sink fangs into a soft, white neck and drink a scarlet stream. You will be irresistible, for you will have in your powerful body the very heat of hell, the virility of Satan. And someday, of course, you will be discovered—a knife, after long centuries, will be plunged into you, you will drop like a plummet into the bottomless sulfurous pit. Yes, Boris, that’s the end—for you! For look at me, Boris….”
“Ha! Ha! Ha! You fool, Bela,” came Karloff’s scornful pealing laugh in the darkness. “Why try that kindergarten stuff on me? You ask me to look at you, Bela. Well, look at me! Look….look….look….and take an occasional glance upward, Bela. These two hand of mine, clenched together above my head, could descend at any moment, in a second, ay, even before I finish this sentence, if I wanted them to, and they’d bash your distinguished head in as if it were an egg. Your brains would run out like the yolk of an egg and spatter your pretty tuxedo.”
“Bela, a monster created by Frankenstein is not worried by your stories of seeking blood from beauties necks. But did you see the movie, Frankenstein, Bela? Did you see me take an innocent like girl, a child playing among flowers, and drown her? Some sentimentalists said I did it unknowingly. Bosh! I have done it a thousand times and will do it a thousand times again. Bela, it’s dark in here, but you know me. You know it was no accident or chance, but significant, that I—the Englishman from God knows where whose name is not Karloff—was called upon to play that monstrous role! You know me, Bela, you know me. Why that bosh about 500 hundred years old? You know that both of us are nearly 6,000 years old! And that we’ve met many times before, the last time not more than 200 years old…And you shouldn’t have made that foolish wager. Admit it, Bela!” Karloff’s voice shook with deep agitation.
“I wonder,” came Lugosi’s reply, dreary as a fog-horn in the semi-darkness. In the meantime, photographer Jones in his scarce-visible corner kept snapping pictures. The noiseless powder recurrently rose in puffs, so that—spookily enough—the scene resembled the laboratory of a medieval alchemist.
“Come, Bela—let’s go. Er—Jones, LeBerthon,” Karloff shouted hoarsely, “are you ready to go? Bela and I have found we’re members of the same—well, suppose, we say, lodge. We’re therefore quite unable to scare each other to death, for reasons you might not understand, even to oblige you. You’ll just have to call it a draw.”
“All right, we’re ready to go,” responded Jones, nervously enough for that matter. “And—say—I’ve used up my last match. Will one of you fellows strike one?”
I shall never know whether it was Lugosi or Karloff who struck the match. All I do know is that when the match was struck it apparently revealed not Lugosi and Karloff on that davenport, but two slimy, scaly monsters, dragon-like serpents with blood-red venomous eyes. The apparitional things flashed before me so suddenly that I became sick to my stomach and made a rush, on buckling legs, for the exit—and the cool air.
Just as I reached it and noted fleetingly that the rain had stopped, and that my heart was pounding to the bursting-point, and that I was strongly weak and giddy, Jones and the two tall actors in evening clothes came through the door. Jones was rather sober and unconcerned, but Lugosi and Karloff were laughing heartily over something or other.
“Will you have lunch with us?” Lugosi asked me, still grinning but with something of a physician’s tender concern.
“No, thank you,” I replied, scarcely looking either at him or Karloff,” I have to hurry away.”
And I did hurry away.
I am, of course, now convinced that what happened was their idea of a practical joke, that the slimy, scaly things I had seen, the things which had so frightened and sickened me in that fleeting moment were either the imaginings of my over-wrought nerves—or some mechanically contrived illusions in which Jones had some share.
There are, of course, some who will wonder if I do not merely prefer this simple, comforting explanation to one that might cause Hollywood hostesses to fear to invite Lugosi and Karloff to social functions—and fear not to invite them!
Many people, deep down, still are superstitious. And there are many things in life we do not fully understand, such as why it is the destiny of certain human beings to portray certain roles—whether in real or “reel” life.
Thank you to Marco Tremblay for his assistance with this article.
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Belarus intends to position itself as a well-reputed destination for medical tourism at the Belarus-China forum in Shanghai on 7 November, reports the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Over the last decade, Belarusian private medical centres have won recognition...
Belarus intends to position itself as a well-reputed destination for medical tourism at the Belarus-China forum in Shanghai on 7 November, reports the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Over the last decade, Belarusian private medical centres have won recognition in the post-Soviet space. According to one consultant, Marina Mastashova from the Sports and Tourism Ministry, medical tourism in Belarus will benefit further from the visa-free travel program.
Uladzislau Androsau, the director of medical tourism operator MedTravelBelarus, told Radio Liberty that about 50,000 “medical tourists” visited Belarus in 2016. This number grew in 2017. Foreign clients frequently visit Belarusian private health-care centres due to the relatively low cost of medical treatment. Dental and cosmetic surgery remain the most popular procedures among foreign tourists, with facelifts and liposuction quickly catching up.
Polite doctors at a moderate cost
Though officially medical care remains free in Belarus, private medical centres exist on a par with state hospitals. The Belarusian state allows the operation of private medical centres, yet makes them undergo rigorous certification procedures and sanitary controls. When Belarusians encounter long queues, ignorance and bad attitudes in state hospitals, some of them turn to private clinics instead.
Belarusian private clinics offer paid medical services, yet generally provide a better quality and variety of treatments. Long queues seldom form, and doctors remain caring and polite. Belarusian private medical centres accordingly attract both Belarusians and foreign citizens looking for quality treatment and complex surgeries.
While private medicine remains unaffordable for many Belarusians, many foreigners regard it as cheap. Consequently, a growing number of foreign tourists visit Belarus to obtain treatments excluded from the standard insurance policies. As a result, several big players have emerged on the Belarusian medical market, including such agencies as MedTravelBelarus, Wellness Travel, and Westglamur. The agencies like MedTravelBelarus conclude agreements with private clinics and health-care centres to treat foreign clients. They also provide visa support, lodging and other services for a comfortable stay.
“Tooth tourists”
According to Uladzislau Androsau, many of his clients come from post-Soviet countries. Russians constitute the highest percentage among them. First, they choose Belarusian medical services due to the lower costs. More recently, with decreasing medical costs in Russia, many tourists continued visiting Belarusians medical centres due to their quality.
The opening of a state clinic in Belarus. Source: tut.by
Tourists from Ukraine and Kazakhstan make for another important group of clients. The ongoing problems in the Ukrainian and Kazakh healthcare systems, including corruption and poor pharmaceuticals, still bring a number of Ukrainians and Kazakhs to Belarusian doctors.
Medical tourists from the Baltic states, Russian-speaking Israelis, and Belarusian expats also prefer Belarusian medical services due to their affordability. Belarusian expats have already obtained the nickname “tooth tourists” as dental surgery remains the most popular medical service they return home for.
Nevertheless, despite the increasing potential of the Belarusian private medical industry, it remains pretty unknown to audiences outside the post-Soviet region. Clients from other corners of the planet, including Western Europe, visit Belarusian private hospitals much more rarely. As Androsau tells Radio Liberty, it still takes considerable marketing efforts to promote Belarus as a global healthcare hub.
At the same time, certain preconditions have already emerged for the world-wide recognition of Belarusian private medicine. Many Belarusian medical staff speak fluent English. Apart from that, Belarus’s proximity to both European capitals and Russia’s major cities, combined with cheap lodging, also raises the country’s attractiveness as a potential healthcare hub.
The cheapest breast implants in Europe
Belarusian private medical centres offer cheap costs in comparison with the European Union and the majority of post-Soviet states. For instance, while breast-enlargement costs about $3,000 in Belarus, the same procedure costs approximately $5,000 in Lithuania and $7,000 in the UK. While a Belarusian medical centre charges about $2,000 to remove fat with excess skin from the abdomen, a Lithuanian centre charges around $4,000, and a British centre – around $9,000.
The price differences become even starker for dental surgery. For instance, a new dental implant costs about $550 in Belarus, and the same implant costs about $2,500 in the United States. While a Belarusian dental centre charges about €500 for one particular Swiss dental implant, a Polish dental centre charges no less than €800. In the UK the price reaches €1,400. Similar price differences remain in cardiology and ophthalmology.
The most popular private medical services offer dental and cosmetic surgery, mostly tooth and breast implants, as most of the standard insurance policies fail to cover them. Facelifts, liposuctions, and hip and knee replacements also remain in demand among foreign clients. In addition, Belarusian private medical centres offer different services in the fields of cardiology, gynaecology, oncology, ophthalmology, traumatology, neurosurgery and rehabilitation.
Comparative costs of popular surgeries.
What about ordinary Belarusians?
As the Belarusian medical tourism industry grows, the state has also joined the marketing efforts to promote Belarus as a global healthcare hub. For instance, the Belarusian Ministry of Health has recently held talks with China’s National Health Commission to initiate the program to treat Chinese children in Belarus. The first group of children arrived for rehabilitation procedures in September.
At the same time, the flourishing of Belarusian private medicine clearly signals problems in state medicine. For many Belarusian doctors getting a job in a private clinic remains the most desirable career path. The salaries in private medicine substantially exceed those in state medical practices. According to Sputnik and Radio Liberty, a state doctor’s average salary reaches close to $500 per month, yet an inexperienced doctor might receive a very modest $250. On the other hand, salaries in private clinics start at $800 – 1,000.
Poor salaries keep nurses and doctors unsatisfied with the job and drive many of them to Belarusian private clinics or even abroad. The quality services of private clinics, such as dental surgery, remain unaffordable to many Belarusians, including pensioners. Hence, they have to rely on state clinics with their long queues, stressed doctors and the lack of quality pharmaceuticals. In this way, the Belarusian medicine illustrates the growing trend of social inequality: brilliant medical services for the rich and below-average services to the poor.
https://belarusdigest.com/story/belarusian-medical-tourism-dental-tourists-particularly-welcome/
Olga Hryniuk holds degrees from Coventry University and the European Humanities University. She is based in Minsk, Belarus.
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Common history that divides Belarus and Lithuania
On 28 January, Vilnius hosted a performance of the Belarusian ballet Vitaut (Vytautas in Lithuanian). The performance has courted controversy, with the Lithuanian culture minister describing it as a provocation six months ago.
The ballet shows how joint heritage, instead of uniting the two countries, actually divides them and puts Lithuania on the horns of a dilemma. On the one hand, it would like Belarus to transform into a Western democracy. But on the other hand, it recognizes that the Western identity of Belarus challenges Lithuania’s own identity since it requires both countries to draw on the same historical heritage.
Common heritage as the curse
Western historiography mainly looks at the history of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania (GDL) similarly to how Alexander Lukashenka did a couple of decades ago. For many Westerners, in line with this interpretation, the Grand Duchy is a Baltic country. However, in reality, it was an alliance of Balts and Slavs, where the Slavs and their language dominated. For example, Lithuanian Statutes were written in Ruthenian; the language Belarusians often depict as the old Belarusian language.
With the passing years the history of the Grand Duchy becomes less exclusively linked to today’s Lithuania, either in the West or in Belarus. In 2012, Norman Davies, possibly the most well-known researcher of Eastern European history, published his book Vanished Kingdoms, where the chapter on the Grand Duchy of Lithuania opens with a photo of Lukashenka.
Monument to the Lithuanian Grand Duke Alhierd in Vitsebsk (photo: Shutterstock)
Recently, Belarus’s authoritarian leader has showed increasing enthusiasm about the Grand Duchy. In 2017, while discussing school textbooks, he argued that “Belarus needs to introduce into the minds of our people the truth: that Belarus started its history from the states of Polatsk and the GDL.” On 20 January, the commander of the Belarusian interior troops said that even the army now studies the history of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
Many Belarusians enjoy joking that Vilnius belongs to them (as, too, do Poles). It’s no wonder that few Lithuanians find such jokes funny. They feel that Belarus is like a brother about whom no one knew, but he appeared at the moment a deceased grandmother’s estate was being shared out. Moreover, now the brother comes to Vilnius and starts to teach you the family history.
The ballet that separates
Back in September 2017, nearly six months before the performance, Lithuania’s minister of culture, Liana Ruokytė-Jonsson, described the staging of the Belarusian ballet Vitaut as “a demonstration of soft power and a provocation.” The Lithuanian authorities seem worried about the ballet’s dedication to the centenary of Lithuanian independence, and the fact that the Belarusian organisers had not consulted with them about this. The Belarusian embassy in Lithuania immediately responded to Ruokytė-Jonsson on Twitter saying that “the local fashion of absurdity has no boundaries.”
Lithuanian media occasionally write that “Lukashenka has set his sights on the pride of Lithuania” or “The day when Belarusians will say ‘Vilnius is ours’ is coming.” Quite naturally, these ‘clickbait’ headlines bring traffic to websites, but damage mutual understanding between the two peoples, which has implications for policy-making.
For instance, the Lithuanian authorities seem to fear excessive collaboration with Belarus-centric organisations. The European Humanities University, a Belarusian institute exiled to Vilnius, serves as the most famous example. It receives assistance from a number of international donors, including Lithuania, and almost everyone in the Belarusian civil society remains dissatisfied with the work of the EHU. In 2014, 40 Belarusian intellectuals, including Nobel prize winner Sviatlana Alieksijevich, wrote an open letter in support of preserving the EHU’s Belarusian heart.
The EHU spends at least $150,000 on the annual salary of the rector, despite its provision of a low-quality education. In December 2017, Lithuania’s Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education negatively evaluated the EHU and the Lithuanian Ministry of Education will deprive it of its licence by the end of 2018. But the Lithuanian authorities continue to support Professor Anatol Michajlaū, former rector and current president of the EHU. Insiders attribute this to Michajlaū’s promotion of a non-Belarus-centric vision of Belarus, which Lithuanians do not perceive as competition.
Disputes around historical heritage also intensify other conflicts, especially the controversy surrounding the Belarusian nuclear power plant. The station, which Belarus began building 55 km from Vilnius in 2013, has become a major stumbling block in bilateral relations, since Lithuania sees it as dangerous for its own security. According to a Belarusian public activist, “If the Lithuanians feel that you do not share their opinion about the Belarusian nuclear power plant, then you are a Russian agent.” Two-thirds of Lithuanians perceived Astraviec power plant as a threat, according to Lithuanian polling agency RAIT. According to another pollster, Spinter, only 6.5% of Lithuanians considered Belarus a friendly country in 2014.
Lithuania’s dilemma
On the one hand, Lithuania feels it should strengthen Belarusian identity in order to acquire a friendly European neighbour. Promoting common heroes such as Vitaut undoubtedly helps to that end.
On the other hand, the strengthening of the Belarusian identity may lead to sharing the history that Lithuania long considered exclusively its. Things became more complicated as both nations are small and long for a strong simple identity.
A dialogue on the two states’ common history might help to build a shared vision of the GDL, but conflicts and misunderstandings such as the one over the nuclear power plant, sow distrust. Previously such dialogue took place during the International Congress of Belarusian Studies that was held annually in Kaunas, Lithuania. However, in 2017 the Congress moved to Warsaw and this year it will take place in Minsk. So, currently it remains impossible to speak about any kind of joint textbook or other historical projects.
Rather, the countries will develop with their own internal inertias. Belarus will rediscover its history, while Lithuania will feel that its history is being stolen. It remains unlikely that it will bring any positive fruits for cooperation between the countries.
https://belarusdigest.com/story/cartoon-fields/
Ryhor Astapenia
Ryhor Astapenia is the founder of the Centre for New Ideas and an associate analyst at the Ostrogorski Centre.
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Exclusive sketches show yesterday’s iPhone SE 2 video leak might be real
A video leaked on Thursday that allegedly showed Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 2 for the first time ever. The handset pictured in the video bears a striking resemblance to Apple’s iPhone X, but it appear to be smaller. In place of the rounded stainless steel that wraps around the perimeter of the iPhone X, this phone has flattened aluminum just like the current iPhone SE. On the front is what appears to be an “all-screen” design with a notch that is definitely in line with the iPhone X. A vertically oriented dual-lens camera that’s also similar to the iPhone X’s design can be found on the back.
The phone is powered on and operational in the video, and it certainly appears to be running iOS. But alas, this design flies in the face of everything we’ve heard so far about the iPhone SE 2 in leaks and rumors, so the phone pictured in this leak is definitely fake. Probably. Maybe.
First off, let’s have a look at the video to refresh our memories.
Now, there are a ton of reasons to believe the phone featured in this video is just some weird Chinese handset that runs an iOS themed version of Android.
As I mentioned above, rumors up to this point have suggested that the iPhone SE 2 Apple may or may not be planning to release this year looks far more like the current model from 2016 than it does the iPhone X. While Apple may ultimate look to unify its iPhone design across all price points, it seems unlikely that it would take steps to do that so soon. For one thing, Apple’s “notched” display design is reportedly only a stopgap solution that could go away as soon as next year. For another thing, this design doesn’t make sense at all on a low-cost phone — and that brings us to the next reason the phone in this video could be a fake.
The iPhone SE is a low-cost phone, but Apple’s TrueDepth camera and sensor solution is very expensive. Apple’s iPhone X starts at $1,000 for a few different reasons, such as the pricey flexible OLED display panel and the expensive stainless steel Apple used in place of aluminum. But the components that make up the TrueDepth camera are believed to be quite pricey as well. Apple can’t make a phone that supports Face ID without those components, and someday Face ID may indeed wind up on low-cost iPhones. But the tech seemingly is still far too new and expensive for today to be that day.
Speaking of expensive components, there is a dual camera on the back of this supposed iPhone SE 2. First, the dual camera from the iPhone X or even the iPhone 8 Plus is very expensive. Second, it requires 3GB of RAM. And third, is Apple really going to release an entry-level iPhone with a dual camera when the iPhone 8 doesn’t even have one? No way.
But here’s where things get confusing.
About a week ago, I was sent iPhone SE 2 sketches by a source that has provided me with reliable information many times in the past. I immediately began searching for additional sources to confirm the design pictured in those sketches, but then this leaked video popped up — and the phone pictured in the video looks almost exactly like the sketches I received last week.
Here are the sketches, which show the current iPhone SE on the left and the alleged iPhone SE 2 on the right:
Does that mean the phone in the leaked video is really Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 2? Definitely not. It could still be a fake and this could be a coincidence. Or perhaps this is the new mid-range iPhone Apple plans to release alongside its iPhone X sequel and “iPhone X Plus” later this year.
KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the world’s top Apple insider, has reported at least a half-dozen times that Apple plans to launch three new iPhone models this coming September. One will supposedly be an iPhone X successor with a 5.8-inch OLED display, one will be a larger Plus model with a 6.5-inch OLED display, and the third will be a lower-cost version with a 6.2-inch LCD screen.
That third handset was thought to feature a design that was far more similar to the iPhone X than the phone pictured in the leaked video and in my exclusive sketches, but it’s possible that Apple could tie in some of the iPhone SE’s design identity to link the new lower-cost model to Apple’s other low-cost phone. It would be quite strange to blend the two designs like that, but Apple has made plenty of strange decisions over the past couple of years. The other problem with this theory is that my source’s sketches suggest this phone is the same overall size as the current iPhone SE. At that size, the handset would not feature a display that measures 6.2 inches diagonally.
Whatever the case, we should get answers soon enough. If Apple is planning to release a new iPhone SE 2 model in 2017, it would likely happen in the first half of the year, which means leaks will start flooding the web in the coming weeks.
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Joshua Stevenson-Woods is an apprentice with Ixis in Manchester. Soon after beginning his apprenticeship he gave himself the challenge of writing a piece of software that would save time and manpower. The outcome is the software Samurai. The security updates used to freeze the entire support team and take a full day to complete. Josh wrote an application, using Drupal as the framework, to automate the process. Now it only takes one person and less than half the time to complete the full update process. A brilliant achievement for Josh, with a real benefit to the business.
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Hedgehog/GLI signaling in tumor immunity - new therapeutic opportunities and clinical implications
Sandra Grund-Gröschke1,
Georg Stockmaier1 &
Fritz Aberger ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0003-2009-63051
Uncontrolled activation of the Hedgehog/Glioma-associated oncogene (HH/GLI) pathway is a potent oncogenic driver signal promoting numerous cancer hallmarks such as proliferation, survival, angiogenesis, metastasis and metabolic rewiring. Several HH pathway inhibitors have already been approved for medical therapy of advanced and metastatic basal cell carcinoma and acute myeloid leukemia with partially impressive therapeutic activity. However, de novo and acquired resistance as well as severe side effects and unexplained lack of therapeutic efficacy are major challenges that urgently call for improved treatment options with more durable responses. The recent breakthroughs in cancer immunotherapy have changed our current understanding of targeted therapy and opened up promising therapeutic opportunities including combinations of selective cancer pathway and immune checkpoint inhibitors. Although HH/GLI signaling has been intensely studied with respect to the classical hallmarks of cancer, its role in the modulation of the anti-tumoral immune response has only become evident in recent studies. These have uncovered HH/GLI regulated immunosuppressive mechanisms such as enhanced regulatory T-cell formation and production of immunosuppressive cytokines. In light of these exciting novel data on oncogenic HH/GLI signaling in immune cross-talk and modulation, we summarize and connect in this review the existing knowledge from different HH-related cancers and chronic inflammatory diseases. This is to provide a basis for the investigation and evaluation of novel treatments combining immunotherapeutic strategies with approved as well as next-generation HH/GLI inhibitors. Further, we also critically discuss recent studies demonstrating a possible negative impact of current HH/GLI pathway inhibitors on the anti-tumoral immune response, which may explain some of the disappointing results of several oncological trials with anti-HH drugs.
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Since its discovery in the 1980s by Christiane Nüsslein-Vollhard and Eric Wieschaus the Hedgehog/Glioma-associated oncogene (HH/GLI) signaling pathway has been studied in great detail [1]. HH/GLI signaling can orchestrate several central developmental processes, including pattern and limb formation in the embryonic development or cell proliferation and differentiation. In the adult organisms the pathway is mostly inactive but reactivated during tissue homeostasis and regeneration as well as in the process of wound healing by controlling stem cell activation and self-renewal.
Unlike most classical signaling cascades, HH/GLI signaling is actively repressed in the absence of ligand and initiated by binding of HH ligand protein to its receptor and pathway repressor Patched (PTCH1). In addition to mere receptor binding, this step also apparently inactivates the catalytic activity of PTCH1, thereby changing the cholesterol composition within the leaflets of the lipid bilayer of the cell membrane close to the primary cilium, an antenna-like compartment critical for the coordination of HH/GLI signal strength and duration. HH ligand binding relieves the repressive function of PTCH1, thereby allowing the translocation of the G-protein coupled receptor-like protein Smoothened (SMO) into the primary cilium, where its activation results in the conversion of transcriptionally repressive GLI zinc-finger transcription factors into transcriptional activator forms [2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11].
While the exquisite and precise quantitative control of HH/GLI signaling in space and time is mandatory for normal development and health of mammals, irreversible and uncontrolled activation of the HH/GLI pathway is detrimental and has been shown to cause or contribute to the development of a variety of cancer entities. For instance, HH/GLI represents a key molecular driver signal in basal cell carcinoma (BCC), medulloblastoma (MB) and rhabdomyosarcoma and has been implicated in the malignant progression of for instance gastrointestinal, pancreatic, ovarian, breast, prostate and lung cancers, melanoma, glioma, and several leukemia including chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) (for reviews see [2, 4, 12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22] and references therein).
In light of the critical role of HH/GLI in various malignancies and oncogenic processes, several clinically suitable HH pathway inhibitors have been successfully developed. This is reflected by the approval of the first SMO inhibitor vismodegib (GDC-0449, ERIVEDGE™) in 2012 for the treatment of locally advanced and metastatic BCC [23,24,25,26,27], followed by the approval of sonidegib (LDE225, ODOMZO™) after having shown therapeutic efficacy in BCC patients [28,29,30,31]. Only recently, the SMO antagonist glasdegib (PF-04449913, DAURISMO™) has been approved in combination with low-dose chemotherapy for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia patients after clinical studies have shown nearly a doubling of the overall survival of AML patients if glasdegib is included in the low-dose chemotherapy regimen [32, 33]. Furthermore, the clinically approved chemotherapeutic agent arsenic trioxide (ATO) (TRISENOX™) has been identified as potent inhibitor of GLI activity, adding another promising compound to the growing drug armamentarium against HH-driven cancers [34, 35].
Despite the impressive therapeutic efficacy of HH pathway inhibitors, de novo and acquired drug resistance as well as severe side effects are major limitations to the successful use of SMO antagonists [29, 36,37,38]. Of note, 50% of the BCC patients that show resistance to the SMO inhibitors express mutant SMO variants and show maintained high-level HH/GLI pathway activity. Mutations occur either directly in the ligand binding pocket (LBP) of SMO or outside the LBP in pivotal regions of the transmembrane-helices that ensure receptor auto-inhibition. Further resistance mechanisms comprise GLI2 gene amplifications, loss of the GLI repressor Suppressor of Fused (SUFU), or a signaling shift towards protein kinase C (PKC), phosphatidyl inositol-3 kinase (PI3K) and/or mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK) activity [39,40,41,42,43,44].
Such therapeutic challenges call for improved treatment strategies for the patients´ benefit. The recent breakthroughs in cancer immunology and immunotherapy have highlighted the necessity for a precise understanding of the immune-modulatory function of oncogenic signaling pathways and their actual role in tumor immunity. Such precise and context-dependent knowledge is mandatory for the development of rational combination treatments targeting for instance oncogenic and immunosuppressive signals. Along the same line, it is equally important to understand the role of HH/GLI in tumor immunity in both the tumor itself as well as in the immune microenvironment of the cancer to guide and select the most efficient drug combination with more durable responses and increased response rates.
As for HH/GLI signaling, recent studies have linked HH/GLI pathway activation with concomitant anti-inflammatory signals [45, 46] and revealed a significant downregulation of the pathway in a set of chronic inflammatory diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease [47], colitis [48, 49] and Helicobacter pylori associated gastric inflammation [21, 50]. Notably, there is also increasing evidence, showing that oncogenic HH/GLI signaling regulates immunosuppressive mechanisms such as enhanced regulatory T-cell (Treg) formation and production of immunosuppressive cytokines, which can open new avenues for combination treatments and immunotherapy [49, 51,52,53,54,55,56].
In light of these recent insights, we here summarize and reconcile the existing knowledge from different HH/GLI-related cancers and chronic inflammatory diseases and discuss the relevance of HH/GLI signaling in modulating the immune response, which should provide a basis for the future evaluation of novel treatment options and may also help explaining the failure of HH pathway inhibitors in several clinical trials [57].
HH signaling and tumor immunity
The adaptive as well as innate immune system forms a highly proficient immune surveillance machinery that recognizes and destroys genetically altered cells to prevent the development of malignant diseases. Cancer development driven by genetic and epigenetic evolution and clonal selection, therefore, involves a plethora of molecular mechanisms that eventually lead to the suppression of the anti-tumoral response and immune evasion of malignant cells, respectively [58]. Notably, the administration of for instance immune checkpoint inhibitors that efficiently re-instate the anti-tumoral immune response have shown unprecedented therapeutic efficacy in several metastatic diseases [59,60,61], suggesting that rational combination treatments targeting oncogenic HH/GLI and immunosuppressive mechanisms may synergistically improve the efficacy and durability of the therapeutic response of patients suffering from HH/GLI-associated cancers. In the following chapter we summarize recent findings about the implication of HH/GLI signaling in the context of immunosuppression and immune evasion (summarized in Fig. 1).
Mechanisms of immune modulation by HH/GLI signaling in cancer and inflammation. 1) Cancer cells release CCL2/3 in response to oncogenic HH/GLI signaling, thereby recruiting TAMs and immunosuppressive MDSCs. 2) HH/GLI-induced PD-L1 expression in cancer and dendritic cells inhibits tumor specific cytotoxic T-cells via binding to PD-1. 3) GLI2 drives production of immunosuppressive cytokines and growth factors (IL10 and TGFβ), which results in the inactivation of tumor specific CD8+ T-cells. 4) HH/GLI-induced IL10 from stromal cells promotes FoxP3 expression in regulatory T-cells. 5) Pro-inflammatory signals such as IL6/STAT3 interact with HH/GLI signaling; HH/GLI-induced autocrine IL6 signaling and/or pro-inflammatory IL6 from TAM and stromal cells activate STAT3 signaling in cancer cells, thereby promoting malignant growth
Mutational activation of HH/GLI signaling plays a causal role in the development and growth of BCC. Intriguingly, systematic genome sequencing of several hundreds of sporadic human BCC revealed a surprisingly high mutational burden with an average of 65 mutations per megabase [62]. Although these sequencing data have not yet been analyzed with respect to the immunogenicity of the mutations, it is highly likely that BCC express tumor-specific neoantigens rendering BCC lesions immunogenic. We, therefore, hypothesize that HH/GLI signaling – in addition to tumor-intrinsic proliferative and pro-survival cues – also induces an immunosuppressive microenvironment to hamper an effective anti-tumoral immune response.
First evidence for such immunosuppressive mechanisms in BCC came from studies of murine BCC models showing that transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) secreted by oncogenic SMO-expressing keratinocytes is able to reduce the number of effector lymphocytes in the tumor tissue. In addition, TGFβ signaling in bone marrow cells of BCC mice appears to support tumor growth by recruiting immunosuppressive myeloid derived suppressor cells (MDSC) to BCC lesions in a C-C motif chemokine ligand 2 (CCL2) dependent manner (Fig. 1). In agreement, pharmacologic inhibition of the CCL2 receptor expressed by MDSCs not only interfered with the recruitment of these cells but also reduced tumor growth. However, the detailed anti-tumoral mechanisms in response to CCL2 receptor inhibition remain elusive [53, 63].
Further evidence that HH signaling induces immunosuppressive mechanisms such as MDSC recruitment and M2 polarization of macrophages was provided by the analysis of an immunocompetent breast cancer xenograft mouse model. Treatment of engrafted mice with the SMO inhibitor vismodegib reduced immunosuppressive immune cell populations such as MDSCs, M2 macrophages and Treg cells in the tumor lesions, while it increased the number of cytotoxic CD8+ T-cells and M1 macrophages, resulting in less metastasis. Notably, macrophage depletion in combination with HH pathway inhibition further improved the therapeutic effect of HH blockade alone [64].
Analysis of human UV-exposed facial BCC revealed that Treg cells accumulate in high amount within intra- and peritumoral regions. This is accompanied by a strong increase of immunosuppressive TGFβ in the peritumoral skin [54]. In this context, it is intriguing to mention that the HH effector and zinc finger transcription factor GLI2 can directly activate the expression of TGFβ in human Treg cells [55] (Fig. 1). This immune modulatory role of HH/GLI signaling in T-cells is further underlined by a study showing that GLI2 can attenuate T-cell activation and function by altering gene expression profiles in T-cells. GLI2 activation results in impaired TCR-induced calcium influx and differential expression of major components of the TCR signaling pathway such as nuclear factor kappa B (NFκB) and activator protein-1 (AP-1) factors [65]. Furthermore, HH/GLI signaling is able to polarize Th2 differentiation of T-cells by inducing interleukin-4 (IL4) production, thereby promoting allergic responses and reducing cytotoxic T-cell function in the context of tumor immunity [66, 67]. In addition to T-cell polarization, activation of HH/GLI in naïve CD4+ T-cells in the context of atopic dermatitis development has been shown to induce the differentiation of immunosuppressive Treg cells expressing elevated FOXP3 and TGFβ levels [68] (Fig. 1). Despite convincing evidence for a cell-autonomous role of HH/GLI in Treg formation, it remains unclear of whether T-cell intrinsic activation of HH/GLI also plays an immunosuppressive role in the microenvironment of HH-driven cancers such as BCC.
Further evidence for a role of HH/GLI in Treg formation comes from the analysis of patients infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In this study, mycobacteria-infected human DCs upregulated SHH signaling, which in turn was able to induce programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression (Fig. 1). This resulted in Treg formation and expansion, thereby favoring immune evasion of the pathogen [51]. In addition to this, using human-derived gastric cancer organoids it was demonstrated that GANT-61 could reduce PD-L1 expression and tumor cell proliferation in vitro and in vivo. Of note, treatment with anti-PD-L1 antibodies induced apoptosis of tumor cells derived from GLI2-expressing mouse organoids. The results identify GLI2 as tumor-cell intrinsic regulator of PD-L1 expression in gastric cancer, promoting cancer growth via suppression of anti-tumoral responses [56].
Aside from the effects of HH/GLI on immunosuppression in malignant settings, Sonic HH (SHH)-induced Treg formation can also constrain inflammation driven diseases [49, 52]. For instance, in colitis, activation of HH/GLI signaling dampens the inflammation, thereby preventing inflammatory intestinal damage. In this context Lee et al. showed increased interleukin-10 (Il10) expression by Gli1-positive stromal cells upon chemical HH pathway activation together with an increased number of Treg cells [49] (Fig. 1). A similar mechanism was discovered in a mouse acute pancreatitis model, where autocrine Shh signaling induced Il10 production resulting in reduced inflammation [52]. Notably, inhibition of Hh/Gli signaling worsened the progression of the inflammatory disease and promoted colitis-associated cancer development [49, 52]. It is, therefore, conceivable that pro-inflammatory responses to SMO-targeting contributed to the failure of colon cancer trials, where drug targeting of HH signaling accelerated cancer progression, which forced the termination of the clinical studies.
The immunosuppressive activity of HH/GLI in the intestine is further supported by a study of Westendrop et al. showing that epithelial-derived Indian hedgehog (Ihh) is able to maintain immune tolerance in the intestine. Loss of Ihh from the intestinal epithelium led to increased expression of inflammation-related genes and an influx of immune cells. Mechanistically, Ihh can inhibit the release of the chemokine CXCL12 by fibroblasts and thereby, reduce the recruitment of immune cells. In agreement with its immunosuppressive function, loss of Ihh resulted in increased colitis [69].
In the context of Helicobacter pylori-induced gastric inflammation and carcinogenesis, the bacterial infection has been shown to induce SHH signaling via activation of NFκB signaling [70] (Fig. 1). During chronic gastric inflammation, HH/GLI signaling can support polarization of myeloid cells towards granulocytic-MDSCs (GrMDSCs) (Fig. 1) [71, 72]. SHH secreted from parietal cells has been shown to attract Schlafen 4 (SLFN4)-positive myeloid cells from the bone marrow. SLFN4-positive myeloid cells can further polarize by IFNα to GrMDSCs, which then are able to inhibit tumor infiltrating lymphocytes, favoring neoplastic transformation and cancer growth [21, 71, 73]. Interestingly, El-Zaatari et al. provided additional evidence for a critical role of HH/GLI in immune suppression and malignant transformation, since Gli1 deletion in mice prevented both Helicobacter pylori-induced expansion of MDSCs and metaplasia [50].
As already mentioned above in the context of HH/GLI-dependent Treg formation, HH/GLI is likely to cause immunosuppression also by inducing the expression of immune checkpoint molecules. For instance, in BCC with tumoral PD-L1 expression, two patients with metastatic disease responded well to αPD-1 single treatment with nivolumab or pembrolizumab [74, 75]. Lipson et al. further analyzed 40 BCC specimens and found PD-L1 expression on tumor cells to be upregulated in 22% of all analyzed samples with an additional 82% of specimen demonstrating PD-L1 expression on tumor infiltrating lymphocytes and associated macrophages (Fig. 1) [76]. Intriguingly, PD-L1 upregulation was also observed in some medulloblastoma patients, were the highest PD-L1 expression was found in a patient with SHH subtype MB [77]. Together with the results of a study with GLI2-expressing PD-L1-positive gastric organoids [56], these data together suggest a direct regulatory function of HH/GLI in the control of immune checkpoint expression.
Finally, another mechanism how cancer cells can evade the immune system is by downregulating MHC-I expression, whereby tumor antigen-specific T-cells are then no longer capable of recognizing and destroying these abnormal cells [58, 78]. Recently, inhibition of the HH pathway in BCC patients with the SMO Inhibitors vismodegib or sonidegib led to increased levels of MHC-I expression on tumor cells together with an increase of CD4 and CD8 positive T-cells in the peri- and intra-tumoral regions. These findings indicate that MHC-I downregulation occurs in HH-driven BCC to evade the recognition and destruction by the immune system [79].
In summary, there is increasing evidence from multiple studies that demonstrate an important and multi-facetted immune-modulatory role of HH/GLI in various inflammatory and malignant settings. Active HH/GLI signaling can induce an immunosuppressive microenvironment via multiple routes, including the activation of immunosuppressive cytokines, upregulation of immune checkpoints, or expansion and chemotactic recruitment of immunosuppressive cells including Treg and MDSCs. The immune-modulatory activity of HH/GLI in cancer settings thus opens up new therapeutic avenues for future treatment strategies of HH/GLI associated cancers.
Oncogenic HH/GLI signaling and inflammation
The immune system plays a decisive and at least dual role in the initiation and progression of malignant diseases. While the immune system is critical for preventing and/or fighting cancer via processes referred to as immune surveillance and anti-tumoral immunity, the persistent and inappropriate activation of the immune system manifested as (chronic) inflammation has been identified as potent promoter and enabler of malignant development [80, 81]. The persistent production of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL6, tumor necrosis factor (TNF) and IL1 within the tumor and its microenvironment plays a key role in mediating the tumor-promoting effect of inflammation (reviewed in [58, 82, 83]).
Several recent studies have provided evidence for reciprocal regulatory interactions of HH/GLI signaling and pro-inflammatory cues during malignant development, including tumor-promoting synergistic signal integration processes. For instance, in pancreatic cancer, stromal HH/GLI signaling has been shown to induce IL6 expression (Fig. 1), which in turn results in paracrine activation of STAT3 in the tumor cell compartment, thereby supporting cancer growth and survival [84]. Another study of pancreatic cancer provided evidence for HH/GLI activation in response to inflammatory TNF and IL1 signaling. Mechanistically, the activation of NFκB by pro-inflammatory signals can induce the expression of GLI1 in a HH-dependent and non-canonical, HH/SMO-independent manner [85]. Similarly, Nakashima et al. investigated the interplay of NFκB and HH pathway activation in human pancreatic cancer, linking IL1, TNF and LPS mediated induction of NFκB signaling with elevated SHH levels and accelerated cancer cell proliferation (Fig. 1) [86].
In BCC, the interaction of HH/GLI and pro-inflammatory IL6/signal transducer and activator of transcription-3 (STAT3) signaling synergistically regulates common GLI-STAT3 target genes and promotes cancer proliferation (Fig. 1) [87, 88]. Furthermore, aberrant regulation of HH/GLI signaling has been implicated in Helicobacter induced stomach cancer, where GLI1 function in myeloid cells recruited to the metaplastic area is required for a pro-inflammatory signaling network including IL1 in the myeloid and as a consequence IL6/STAT3 expression in the epithelial compartment [50].
These findings altogether suggest an intricate interplay of HH/GLI signaling and pro-inflammatory effectors generating a tumor-promoting environment and it will be pivotal to decipher these reciprocal interactions in a cancer entity- and context-dependent manner for the development of future combination therapies interfering with HH/GLI itself together with cooperative pro-inflammatory pathways (Fig. 2).
Possible rational combination treatments for HH/GLI-associated cancers simultaneously targeting HH/GLI and HH-regulated immunosuppressive and tumor-promoting signals. The efficacy, response rate and durability of the therapeutic effect of HH/GLI pathway inhibition is likely to increase upon combination of approved HH/SMO antagonists with small molecules and/or biologics such as neutralizing or blocking antibodies developed for the selective inhibition of immune suppression and tumor-promoting inflammation
Although the field of tumor immunology in the context of oncogenic HH/GLI signaling is relatively young, it has already become evident that HH/GLI signaling exerts complex and diverse effects on the immune microenvironment of malignant and non-malignant tissues. Dysregulation of HH/GLI signaling plays fundamental yet distinct roles both in cancer and chronic inflammatory diseases. For instance, in colitis or pancreatitis, lack of HH expression has been shown to foster chronic inflammation, which is likely to promote tumor formation [45, 49, 52, 69]. By contrast, in several cancer entities, aberrantly activated HH/GLI signaling drives tumor proliferation and growth, while simultaneously dampening inflammation and favoring immunosuppression [53, 54, 64]. Understanding the molecular rationale of how deregulation of the HH/GLI signaling axis precisely alters anti-tumor immunity and tumor-promoting inflammation will support the development of more sophisticated tumor therapies.
Given the immunosuppressive function of HH/GLI, HH antagonists may synergize with immune checkpoint blockers such as anti-PD-1 antibodies in fighting cancer. Notably, single case studies with BCC patients receiving nivolumab or pembrolizumab (two clinically approved anti-PD-1 antibodies) have already yielded promising results, suggesting that the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors can provide a therapeutic benefit in HH/GLI-driven non-melanoma skin cancer [74, 76, 89, 90]. The outcome of recent and ongoing clinical trials with immune checkpoint inhibitors for the treatment of metastatic or unresectable BCC alone or in combination with HH/SMO inhibitors will inform about whether immunotherapy or combinatorial treatments can increase the efficacy and durability of the response of BCC patients (see https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ trials identifiers: NCT03132636; NCT03521830; NCT02690948). The results of these trials will also have important consequences for the treatment of other HH-associated cancer entities [85, 91].
The patients´ response to immune checkpoint inhibitors correlates with the tumor mutational burden [92]. Given the extraordinary high mutation rate of BCC [62], chances are high that rational combination treatments involving HH pathway inhibitors together with immunotherapeutics (summarized in Fig. 2) will increase the efficacy of current medical therapies of unresectable advanced and metastatic BCC, and possibly also of other HH-associated malignancies with high medical need. In this context it is noteworthy that the immune-modulatory drug imiquimod is already successfully used for the treatment of superficial BCC [58, 93] by boosting T-cell effector function, although there are other reports suggesting an additional therapeutic role of imiquimod such as by directly blunting oncogenic HH/GLI via activation of adenosine receptor/protein kinase A (PKA) signaling and by activating tumor-killing plasmacytoid dendritic cells [94,95,96,97].
Despite the promising outlook for the use of HH pathway inhibitors in combination with immunotherapy, there are also challenges and concerns for the use of HH inhibitors as immune modulators. For instance, a study of de la Roche and colleagues has unraveled a role of SMO in the immunological synapse during T-cell activation. Administration of SMO inhibitors led to the functional disruption of the immunological synapse and consequently, to the loss of T-cell effector activity [98]. Although it is unclear whether the administration of SMO inhibitors impedes cytotoxic T-cell functions in patients - which could to some extent explain the failure of several clinical trials with SMO inhibitors [57, 99] - the possible negative impact of HH targeting on the anti-tumoral response needs to be considered in future studies, particularly in those that involve immune checkpoint inhibitors. A better understanding of the effect of HH/GLI pathway modulators and cancer drugs on the immune response is therefore pivotal and will pave the way towards the next generation of combination therapies involving HH/GLI inhibitors and immunotherapeutic drugs.
AML:
AP-1:
Activator protein-1
CCL2:
C-C motif chemokine ligand 2
CLL:
CML:
Chronic myeloid leukemia
DLBCL:
GLI:
Glioma-associated oncogene
HH:
IFNγ:
Interferon gamma
IHH:
Indian Hedgehog
IL1:
IL10:
MAPK:
Mitogen activated protein kinase
MDSC:
Myeloid derived suppressor cell
NFκB:
Nuclear factor kappa B
PD-1:
Programmed death-1
PD-L1:
Programmed death ligand-1
PI3K:
Phosphoinositide 3 kinase
PKC :
PTCH1:
Patched-1
SHH:
SLFN4:
Schlafen-4
SMO:
STAT3:
SUFU:
Suppressor of Fused
TAM:
Tumor associated macrophages
TNF:
Treg:
Regulatory T-cells
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We are thankful to Dominik Elmer and Drs Jutta Horejs-Hoeck and Iris Gratz for frequent discussions and scientific input relevant to the immunological sections of the review, and to all other members of the Aberger group for continuous support.
Work of the authors has been supported by the Austrian Science Fund FWF (projects W1213 and P25629-B19 to FA), the priority program Allergy-Cancer-Bionano Center of the University of Salzburg, and the Cancer Cluster Salzburg supported by the County of Salzburg.
Department of Biosciences, Cancer Cluster Salzburg, University of Salzburg, Hellbrunner Strasse, 34, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
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Grund-Gröschke, S., Stockmaier, G. & Aberger, F. Hedgehog/GLI signaling in tumor immunity - new therapeutic opportunities and clinical implications. Cell Commun Signal 17, 172 (2019) doi:10.1186/s12964-019-0459-7
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[RECAP] Underground Season Two, Episode Two: ‘Things Unsaid’
Krystal Franklin
Let’s jump right in.
We start off back in Louisville on the plantation where Daniel (Bokeem Woodbine) and his family live. He’s learned to read and write (an extremely dangerous skill for a slave) and professes his love for his wife by writing the word. As sweet as the gesture is, she immediately destroys all evidence of the written affirmation.
In true Jackie O style, Elizabeth is in absolute shock (girl, us too) that her husband has been murdered in broad daylight.
After a failed attempt at rescuing Noah, Rosalee struggles with the thought of John’s death and leaving Elizabeth to rescue her family. Harriet and Georgia (from the sewing circle) discuss new plans to escape and true to the real-life rumors, Harriet faints and comes back with a new plan to get Rosalee to her family. Harriet tries her best to discourage Rosalee from any additional thoughts about rescuing Noah, but she ain’t leaving our her man like that.
Rosalee and her crew of runaways take to the forest to try to make their way to the river without getting caught. They arrive at Harriet’s friend’s house to refuel but Rosalee’s intuition, something Harriet told her to trust, tells her that something isn’t right about the house. True enough, the slave catchers are waiting inside.
In probably one of the best moments of the episode, Elizabeth and Georgia discuss the death of John in front of the very place he was killed. An angry Elizabeth is looking to take her revenge out on anyone that walks out the courthouse doors.
Then it happens.
She delivers the line that is so incredibly relevant to the murder of so many young black men and women, “…it’s just an excuse so nobody has take responsibility for allowing this world to be senseless.”
*insert the hundreds of black names of those killed at the hands of police*
Elizabeth continues, “…we have to disrupt their happy little lives.” And therein lies the reason why the Black Lives Matter protests and/or riots are often deemed necessary by some. You want change? Sometimes you’ve got to make people uncomfortable in order to get it.
We meet a high as a kite Ernestine back in South Carolina with Hicks (Robert C. Riley). Side note: where can we find us a Hicks? Minus the domestic violence of course. As sexy as the foot-washing scene, we’re quickly reminded of the Hicks’ no-good antics when he asks Ernestine to help his “friend”. We later find out the friend is a woman slave name Clara who has gotten pregnant by him. After meeting in the swamps, Ernestine offers a deadly cocktail that would terminate the pregnancy, but Clara decides she ultimately wants to keep the baby.
We also meet, for the second time, the ghost of Ernestine ex-husband, who she only sees in her hallucinogenic state. The former lovers reminisce on the years spent together raising their kids but the conversation turns ugly when he points out just how horrible a person Ernestine became in an effort to protect her children (sleeping with the Master, killing Pearlie Mae, etc). Back at home Hicks drags Clara into the house he and Ernestine share and forces her to reveal where the abortion cocktail is hiding. Hicks pours the liquid down her throat and leaves Clara in the middle of the floor. An unaffected Ernestine just watches. Even in the 1800s men told women what they could and couldn’t do with the babies they were never equipped to carry…
Last week’s episode showed Noah in the back of a wagon after Rosalee and John’s failed attempt at stealing him. One thing we’ve learned about Noah is that the brother is resourceful. And smart. And observant. After letting himself out of the chains, he rigs the wagon to crash in hopes of escaping. His plan works…kind of. He’s caught. Again. After a bit of what I like to call male ego banter, the wagon is fixed and the journey continues. After arriving on a plantation Noah takes who he thinks is the Master, hostage, only to find out Cato (remember him?) is in charge. The looks on both Noah and Cato’s face — priceless.
We’re reintroduced to Patty Cannon, a woman famously known for her work as the G.O.A.T of slave trading (Is it just me or does she bear a striking resemblance to Abby from Scandal?). We learn a bit more about her character this episode. In a nutshell she’s sleeping with one of her employees and trying to pitch a book about her life as the Queen of slave catching, despite her failed attempts at catching the most notorious runaway, Harriet Tubman. If there was such thing as shade in the 1800s, the writer definitely caught wind of it. Patty pays a visit back to the house that she intended to catch Rosalee at and ends up with a tip (The Black Rose) that she hopes will lead her right to Harriet Tubman.
A proud Rosalee and her crew finally make it the river. While basking in the days accomplishment, she looks out over the water, knowing that in a few hours the boat would arrive and she’d be one step closer to getting to her family. Within seconds, a shot rings out and Rosalee falls into the river!
For all intensive purposes we believe that Rosalee might be dead. But in true survival fashion, our girl is okay! Remember those turkey feathers she stuffed her jacket with before leaving? They were to stop any buck shots in the event she got hit. That was a tip from Harriet. Go Harriet.
Rosalee strips out of her clothes, frantically trying to make sure she wasn’t hit, but also revealing (what we knew in real life), a growing baby bump. Besides love, now it makes sense why she is so hell-bent in reuniting with Noah.
Let’s take a quick moment to admire Jurnee Smollett Bell‘s post-baby weight slay during awards season this year.
Enjoyed the recap? Let’s talk about your favorite moments in the comments below. Meet me back here next Thursday and let’s chat about episode two. Season two of Underground airs every Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on WGN America.
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Court rejects debtor’s challenge to the validity of assignment of debt (Nicoll v Promontoria (Ram 2) Ltd) – Littleton Chambers
1 Nov 2019, 4:37 am by sally
‘Restructuring & Insolvency analysis: James Bickford Smith, barrister at Littleton Chambers, examines the High Court’s decision in Nicoll v Promontoria (Ram 2) Ltd that the appellant debtor’s challenge to the validity of an assignment of his debt to the respondent should not have been entertained by the judge below because although the appellant had sought to put the effectiveness of the assignment in issue in his first witness statement, the point that he… [read post]
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Jackson and the occupational hazards of commoditised litigation: a practical view from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
12 Mar 2013, 5:32 am by sally
“In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith considers two judgments that illustrate the hazards of the commoditised litigation that will be transformed, for better or worse, by the Jackson reforms. [read post]
The Costs of Complexity (Revisited): A Practical View From the Bar – Littleton Chambers
‘In his monthly column, originally published by PLC, James Bickford Smith considers again the Supreme Court’s judgment in Coventry v Lawrence (No 2) [2014] UKSC 46, the adjourned hearing of which has been listed for 9-11 February 2015. [read post]
Avoiding Jackson’s sharp teeth: a practical view from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
10 Jun 2013, 4:46 am by sally
“In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith considers recent decisions in which courts have taken a strict approach to compliance with the CPR following Jackson implementation, and offers some practical suggestions on how best to limit the risks of falling foul of the developing approach. [read post]
Litigation Funding And Third-Party Costs Orders: A Practical View From The Bar – Littleton Chambers
17 Nov 2014, 5:33 am by sally
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith considers the effects and scope of the recent decision in Excalibur Ventures LLC v Texas Keystone Inc and others (Rev 2) [2014] EWHC 3436 (Comm) to make litigation funders liable for third party costs orders. [read post]
Open Offers: A Practical View from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
12 Nov 2015, 10:58 am by sally
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith discusses the High Court’s decision in The Dorchester Group Limited t/a The Dorchester Collection v Kier Construction Limited [2015] EWHC 3051 (TCC) concerning an open offer of settlement. [read post]
The Costs of Complexity: A Practical View from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
15 Oct 2014, 7:35 am by sally
‘In his monthly column, originally published by PLC, James Bickford Smith considers the Supreme Court’s judgments in Coventry v Lawrence (No 2) [2014] UKSC 46 and Marley v Rawlings [2014] UKSC 51, before commenting briefly on relief from sanctions disputes after Denton v White and other appeals [2014] EWCA Civ 906. [read post]
Second bites at the cherry, defective witness statements and sanction: a practical view from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith discusses the Court of Appeal’s recent guidance on communications with judges after draft judgments are circulated, some interesting judicial observations on defective witness statements, and the Commercial Court’s important relief from sanctions decision in Re C (A Child) [2014] EWCA Civ 70. [read post]
Separate Representation, Conflicts and Costs: A Practical View from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
9 Dec 2015, 4:51 am by sally
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith discusses the decision in Ong and others v Ping [2015] EWHC 3258 (Ch) and the apparent revival of the “rule” in Lewis v Daily Telegraph Ltd (No 2) [1964] 2 QB 601. [read post]
Pre-action correspondence and costs following discontinuance: a practical view from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
11 Apr 2013, 2:56 am by sally
“In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith considers the Court of Appeal’s decision in Nelson’s Yard Management Company and others v Eziefula [2013] EWCA Civ 235 and how a failure to respond to pre-action correspondence can justify departure from the default rules on costs following discontinuance. [read post]
Mitchell Part Two: a practical view from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
22 Jan 2014, 10:25 am by sally
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith discusses Durrant v Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Constabulary [2013] EWCA Civ 1624 in which the Court of Appeal, after its decision in Mitchell v News Group Newspapers Ltd [2013] EWCA Civ 1537, took further eye-catching steps to impose the new approach to relief from sanctions. [read post]
Litigants in Person, Costs Budgeting and McKenzie Friends: A Practical View from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
‘In his monthly column, James Bickford Smith discusses two important decisions concerning respectively the applicability of costs budgeting rules to litigants in person and the court’s approach to attempts to control a litigant’s choice of McKenzie friends. [read post]
Relief from Sanctions Two Years after Denton: A Practical Views from the Bar – Littleton Chambers
26 Jul 2016, 5:18 am by sally
‘James Bickford Smith discusses judicial approaches to procedural default two years after the Court of Appeal’s decision in Denton v White Ltd and another, Decadent Vapours Ltd v Bevan and others and Utilise TDS Ltd v Davies and others [2014] EWCA Civ 906, and considers the challenges still facing practitioners and judges in dealing with applications for relief from sanctions. [read post]
Tuesday round-up
6 Jul 2010, 7:39 am by admin
[NOTE: James Bickford and Matthew Scarola contributed to this morning’s round-up.] [read post]
Private parties intervene in water dispute
26 Jan 2010, 8:05 am by Anna Christensen
Below, James Bickford of Harvard Law School recaps the Court's opinion, handed down on Wednesday, in South Carolina v. [read post]
If a group is underrepresented in a jury pool, how do you tell?
22 Jan 2010, 6:09 am by Erin Miller
Smith (08-1402) by Harvard law student James Bickford. [read post]
Today at the Court
31 Mar 2010, 6:30 am by Erin Miller
Harvard Law School student James Bickford discusses the case here. [read post]
This week on the Wiki
4 Apr 2010, 7:59 pm by Anna Christensen
Watson, which was argued on Wednesday, has been updated to include James Bickford’s preview and recap, while the case page for Carachuri-Rosendo v. [read post]
Mixed ELNY Reactions
17 Apr 2012, 9:16 pm by S2KM Limited
The ELNY Immunity Issue - including and featuring Peter Bickford's analysis. [read post]
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"Infidelity Clauses" and Celebrity Prenuptial Agreements
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How it works: Alaska Beyond™ Entertainment
Halley Knigge, Staff Writer March 26, 2015
We get it: long flights can be boring. Enter Alaska Beyond™ Entertainment – a new service that enables you to watch hit TV shows, movies, and exclusive content from Alaska on your own device at cruising altitude.
We’ve been upgrading our Boeing 737 fleet with direct-to-your-device entertainment, and today are thrilled to announce we’re just five planes away from completion.
Thanks for the great in-flight experience @AlaskaAir free movies and power plugs on a domestic flight? #awesome #iFlyAlaska #alaskabeyond
— Edward McGlone (@LTDEdward) February 8, 2015
But how does it work?
Alaska Beyond Entertainment is powered by inflight Internet and entertainment provider Gogo. All entertainment is hosted on onboard servers and beamed right to your device through high-throughput wireless access points throughout the cabin, for uninterrupted viewing – it even works over water.
Simply download the free Gogo Video Player before you travel (App Store, Google Play). Then, once you hit 10,000 feet or hear the double chimes, connect to the ‘gogoinflight’ network and power up your browser. Click ”Watch Now,” select a title and start watching.
“Traditional seatback players are outdated and clunky,” says Halle Hutchison, Alaska’s managing director of brand marketing. “We’re taking our inflight entertainment into the future by enabling our customers to watch hours of free and premium entertainment direct to their own devices.”
Beyond Entertainment quick stats
Top movie: on one day, Academy Award Best Picture winner Birdman was the most viewed video content.
Runners-up: Guardians of the Galaxy, Edge of Tomorrow, Neighbors, Draft Day
Flights with the most movie buffs: Boston to San Diego, and Washington, D.C. to Portland. These two flights each recently had more than 120 movie files viewed on average in one flight.
All content is hosted on onboard servers, each with nearly 2 terabytes of space. This equates to lots of content that will never interfere with your ability to access inflight Internet, and vice-versa.
To ensure uninterrupted wireless delivery and playback, our 802.11n wireless access points pump out nearly 50 simultaneous video streams each, and we’re working toward upgrading to an even faster delivery system.
It’s a video player, not an app
Once you’ve downloaded Gogo Video Player, you’re good-to-go. In fact, you never need to open it again. Just make sure you have the video player downloaded, and then go ahead and forget about it. From here on out, you can access TV shows, movies and more directly through your Internet browser.
A different kind of ‘streaming’
Although your experience may be similar to popular streaming services, all Alaska Beyond Entertainment content is stored locally on servers onboard each airplane. Internet purchase is not required– Alaska Beyond Entertainment is a completely separate service from our onboard Internet offering.
Check your seatback pocket
Wondering whether your flight features Alaska Beyond Entertainment? We have decals installed on planes that offer the system. Onboard you can review the Flight Amenities card in your seatback pocket—if it features Inflight Entertainment, then you are ready to rock and roll. All of Alaska’s 737s will be equipped with Alaska Beyond Entertainment by May 2015.
Bring the right device
Check the list of supported devices before you travel.
Supported devices include:
Android Tablets: Android and Chrome browsers on Android OS 3.2 and higher, excluding 4.2.2
Mac OS X 10.6 and above: Safari 5 and above and Chrome 26 and above
Windows 7 and 8 laptops: Internet Explorer 8 and above and Firefox 19 and above
Surface users—use Internet Explorer in ‘desktop mode’
Save your Kindle for catching up on your reading.
Your journey becomes part of the adventure as you watch free entertainment on your own device, enjoy Pacific Northwest-inspired food and beverages, relax in our custom, leather, power-equipped seats, and experience our award-winning service. It’s all part of Alaska Beyond™ — a new way to travel designed to go above and beyond your expectations.
5 comments on "How it works: Alaska Beyond™ Entertainment"
Brian April 3, 2015, 5:24 pm
Sean March 27, 2015, 9:37 am
How cool is that? What was a dream at the start of the century has become a reality!
Werling March 26, 2015, 3:00 pm
Alaska Air continues to go Above and Beyond in customer satisfaction and service. I’m very happy with my decision to switch my frequent flyer loyalty over to Alaska. With Alaska I’m a loyal customer, not a statistic.
DrKoob (@DrKoob) March 26, 2015, 12:51 pm
I have been on three flights since you announced this and didn’t find it on one of them. 🙁
Halley Knigge, Staff Writer March 30, 2015, 1:35 pm
I’m sorry to hear that! As we get closer to the finish line, you will be more likely to find it. Our entire fleet of passenger 737s should be equipped in the next few weeks.
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The AIFF Football House in New Delhi. Photo courtesy: AIFF Media
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AIFF invites clubs for AIFF Futsal Club Championship 2020
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has invited clubs from the Hero Indian Super League, Hero I-League and Hero Second …
Launch ceremony of the Zinc Football Youth Tournament, a tournament organised by Hindustan Zinc in partnership with the Rajasthan Football Association. Photo courtesy: Hindustan Zinc
Hindustan Zinc announced Rajasthan’s biggest Youth Football Tournament
Hindustan Zinc, in partnership with the Rajasthan Football Association (RFA), has announced the commencement of a massive football project – …
New Sai-Odisha FC Golden Baby League launched in Bhubaneswar
Indian Super League franchise Odisha FC have announced the launch of the AIFF approved Sai-Odisha FC Golden Baby League starting …
Roma Khanna, LOC Tournament Director, FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2020 and Ishwarsinh Patel, Minister of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activity, Government of Gujrat. Photo courtesy: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2020 LOC
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Ahmedabad receives provisional clearance for 2020 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2020 confirmed Ahmedabad as a provisional venue …
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Jamshedpur FC host Grassroots Football Festival at NML Kerala Public School
Jamshedpur FC held a grassroots football festival at the NML Kerala Public School in Jamshedpur. With an overwhelming response of …
India MNT and India WNT stars. Photo courtesy: AIFF Media
All India Football Federation launches new website
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is pleased to announce the launch of its brand new website www.the-aiff.com. With inclusivity …
Sweden U-17 Women's national team players and officials celebrating their U-17 Women's Football Tournament 2019 title at the Mumbai Football Arena. Photo courtesy: AIFF Media
Sweden lift U-17 Women’s Football Tournament title in Mumbai
Sweden clinched victory in the final of the U-17 Women’s Football Tournament 2019 with a 4-0 win against hosts India …
The Indian national team at the Hero Intercontinental Cup 2019. Photo courtesy: AIFF Media
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India stay 108th in FIFA World Rankings, Belgium stay No. 1
Earlier in the day, the latest FIFA ‘Coca Cola’ Men’s World Ranking were released by the world football governing body …
Bengaluru FC bounce back with win over NorthEast, go top of the table
A Sunil Chhetri penalty (68’) and Albert Serran’s first ever goal (80’) in a Bengaluru FC shirt were enough to …
U-17 Women’s Football Tournament 2019 press conference ahead of the final between the India U-17 Women's national team and Sweden. Photo courtesy: AIFF Media
India U-17 WNT coach Thomas Dennerby: Will go for win against Sweden
Hosts India and Sweden will contest the final of the U-17 Women’s Football Tournament 2019 at the Mumbai Football Arena …
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Meet the woman behind the voice: MCC’s Millie Edwards Nottingham
Clare OttoFebruary 16, 2016
She is a familiar face to students on the Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley campus, but she is also known nationally for her lovely voice. Now, a recent honor is spreading the word around town to anyone unfamiliar with Millie Edwards Nottingham’s talent. Nottingham, a comprehensive literacy instructor at MCC for 11 years, was recently named …
From the archives: The land that would become MCC-Penn Valley
Morgan YoungJuly 21, 2015
100 Years, 100 Stories MCC-Penn Valley opened its doors in 1969. This photo is from The Kansas City Times, and was published in February 1968. The caption: “The 27-acre junior college site recommended for the first campus of Metropolitan Junior College-Kansas City is outlined in this aerial photograph looking east. The Business Men’s Assurance building and the beginning …
Video: Bonyen Lee from MCC to TV news
Christina MedinaJune 15, 2015
100 Years, 100 Stories Video: Bonyen Lee is an anchor and reporter for KCTV5 news, Kansas City’s local CBS television station. She covers issues that impact our community. “I am passionate about journalism. I think it’s important to share the truth and make people aware of what is happening in our community. I grew up …
Video: From MCC to Kansas City’s Mayor
Christina MedinaApril 6, 2015
100 Years, 100 Stories Video: Before he was elected as Kansas City Mayor, Sly James was a student at Metropolitan Community College. “I came home from the Marine Corps. It has been a while since I had been in school and I was looking for a place where they would recognize that it was …
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PRCA ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH BLOOMER TRAILERS
Published: Wednesday, October 9, 2019
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association announced today its national partnership with BLOOMER TRAILER. The official partnership raises BLOOMER TRAILER’s efforts to be the trailer of choice for the champions and fans of rodeo. By becoming the Official Trailer of the PRCA, BLOOMER TRAILER continues to demonstrate it is the world’s leading manufacturer of custom and state-of-the-art horse trailers. All PRCA members will have access to an exclusive rebate program with their local dealer. “Partnering with the PRCA gives us the exciting opportunity to bring the Bloomer standard to as many of the world’s best cowboys as…
Bloomer Trailers Raises Record Breaking Dollars for Texas High School /Junior High Rodeo
Celebrating eleven years of partnership, Bloomer Trailers and Texas High School/Junior High Rodeo Association revealed that together they raised a record breaking $226,050 during the 2019-2020 rodeo year. The total was unveiled number by number at the THSRA State Finals, which took place in Abilene in June. The money was raised through the Bloomer Trailer Giveaway Program, in which members received $50 donations from donors for a chance to win a two-horse bumper pull Bloomer Trailer. That brings the total to $1,246,950 raised for high school rodeo youth over the past eleven years with the Bloomer Trailer Giveaway Program. Randy…
BLOOMER TRAILERS HIGH SCHOOL RODEO TEAM
Published: Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Bloomer Trailers and the Bloomer Family have dedicated the past 13 years in helping shape the future of rodeo by sponsoring a team each year to go through an in depth program that will compete at the IFYR in Shawnee, Oklahoma also referred to as the “Cheyenne of High School Rodeo”. Randy Bloomer, Owner and CEO of Bloomer Trailer Mfg., Inc. feels the future of rodeo can be better with not only the support system of the parents but also the communities and business leaders in the western industry. Over the past thirteen years Bloomer Trailers High School Rodeo Team…
Bloomer Trailers Number #1 Dealer 2018
Published: Thursday, February 21, 2019
BLOOMER TRAILERS ANNOUNCES P&P TRAILER SALES OF SALADO AS NUMBER ONE DEALER P&P TRAILERS OF SALADO IS RECOGNIZED AMONG TOP BLOOMER TRAILERS’ DEALERS FOR THE YEAR Randy Bloomer, CEO of Bloomer Trailer Mfg., Inc. announced that P&P Trailer Sales of Salado, Texas is the #1 Bloomer Dealer in the United States for 2018. To be named number one, dealers must have the highest sales numbers and more completed deals than any other dealer across the country. Under the leadership of dealership manager Kevin Finch, P&P of Salado has received this honor numerous times. Kevin was also named the number one…
Bloomer Trailers Helps Raise Big Bucks for Texas High School /Junior High Rodeo
Published: Tuesday, September 4, 2018
With a passion to continually improve the Texas High School and Junior High Rodeo Association, Bloomer Trailers and THSRA/TJHRA are excited to announce that the Bloomer sponsorship raised $192,000 during the 2018-2019 rodeo season. The money was raised through the Bloomer Trailer Giveaway Program in which members received $50 donations from donors for a chance to win one of two Bloomer Trailers that were given away at the state finals this past June. In 2017, Bloomer Trailers hit a milestone, officially becoming a $1 million dollar sponsor, this year that total has grown to a total of $1,264,950 raised over…
Our Journey to 20 Years
Published: Thursday, August 16, 2018
Statistics show that 96% of businesses fail within 10 years, but one brand has stood solid for 20 years under one man’s leadership. A staple in the aluminum horse trailer industry, Bloomer Trailers, has made a name for themselves as a reputable company that produces “only the best” products for 20 years. In 1998, Randy Bloomer, changed the horse trailer industry for the better. As someone who was involved in the Western industry and had experience with horse trailer sales, Bloomer knew that the livestock safety was a huge component of a trailer and he set out to modernize and…
GREAT WEST TRUCK AND TRAILER FINISHES AS THE NUMBER ONE BLOOMER TRAILER DEALER IN THE NATION Great West Truck and Trailer Finishes As The Number One Bloomer Trailer Dealer In The Nation
Published: Thursday, January 25, 2018
Great West Truck and Trailer of Fort Morgan, Colorado has sold more Bloomer Trailers in 2017 than any other dealer in the country SALADO, TX – January 4, 2018 – Bloomer Trailers of Salado, TX, has announced that Great West Truck and Trailer is the #1 Dealer in the United States for the 2017 year according to Todd Overfield, Dealer Coordinator for Bloomer Trailer Mfg., Inc. Great West Truck and Trailer owner, Josh Motley, has visualized being in the number one position for years. He believes that his team’s dedication and customer service is what helped make this year, the…
Two Big Announcements from Bloomer Trailers and Texas High School /Junior High Rodeo
Published: Thursday, September 28, 2017
Two big announcements were made at the Texas High School Rodeo State Finals this past June. The first was made by THSRA when they announced that Bloomer Trailers had officially become a $1 million dollar sponsor with $1,054,950 raised over the past eight years with the Bloomer Trailer giveaway program. In the arena, during the 2017 Bloomer Trailer Giveaway, Randy Bloomer, CEO, surprised the crowd by promising to donate two trailers for the 2017-2018 Bloomer Trailer Giveaway. Randy later explained that, “each ticket will give the purchaser two chances to win. The first ticket drawn will win a three-horse Bloomer…
Championship Bull Riding Announces Strategic Partnership with Texas Trailer Company
WEATHERFORD, Texas – (February 21, 2017) Championship Bull Riding and Bloomer Trailers announced a strategic partnership that will be the forerunner to the development of the first Bloomer livestock trailer exclusively tailored to meet the needs and desires of the bucking bull industry. This Made in America Bloomer stock trailer is scheduled to be revealed at the CBR World Finals at Cheyenne Frontier Days in July. The mutually beneficial partnership could provide a blueprint for the next shift in the livestock transportation industry. CBR announced that Bloomer Trailers will build the trophy trailers for the CBR’s Stock Contractor of the…
Bloomer Trailers and THSRA Announce $50,000 in Added Money to the 2017 THSRA State Finals in Abilene, Texas.
Published: Monday, November 7, 2016
With a passion to continually improve the Texas High School Rodeo Association, Bloomer Trailers and THSRA are excited to announce that $50,000 in added money will be given away at the 2017 THSRA State Finals in Abilene, Texas, June 4-10.Twenty thousand of that added money will come directly from the funds raised by the Bloomer Trailer giveaway during the 2015-2016 rodeo season, the remainder of the added money is being added by THSRA. Randy Bloomer, Owner of Bloomer Trailers, has championed this enhancement and says, “The THSRA is the largest youth rodeo program in the United States. Since we only…
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Have Fun With the “Civil War.” I’m All In for Whoever...
Kellen Squire - July 15, 2019
by Kellen Squire Listen- I know it's early. A little under six months until the Presidential primaries are underway; a full year until the Democratic...
Secret Polls & Primary Favoritism: Revelations from SD 12
Josh Stanfield - March 11, 2019
By Josh Stanfield of Activate Virginia Delegate Debra Rodman, of Henrico’s 73rd House District, announced today that she will seek the Democratic nomination for State...
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I have really no idea whom I'm going to support in the Democratic primary field. I can't recall the picture being so blurry to...
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The Washington Post article that Lowell includes in today’s news summary is quite informative. But in some crucial ways it’s also misleading. The article does a...
Why I withdrew my endorsement of Barbara Favola
The Richmonder - August 17, 2011
Back in April of this year I made an early endorsement of Barbara Favola's candidacy for the Democratic nomination. I later was forced to reconsider that decision, and now I think it might be of some value to look at the factors that induced me to endorse her and then later withdraw that endorsement.
I made my decision to endorse Favola based on a number of factors. I gave great weight to the endorsement of retiring state senator Mary Margaret Whipple. The precise geography of the 31st has shifted due to redistricting, but much of the 31st remains the same as the district that Whipple represented before she announced her decision not to run for re-election. I have a great deal of respect for Senator Whipple and that certainly influenced my decision.
I was also impressed by Favola's early organization of her campaign. Organizational skill is something that is often lacking in Democratic campaigns, particularly those below the statewide level. The Democratic Party of Virginia has not done enough to foster a political culture that creates a group of party members with campaign skills. Statewide candidates frequently hire consultants from out of state, ignoring local committees. To me, Favola's early organization, her professional website, and her list of endorsements all pointed to a campaign that was ready to hit the ground running.
Finally, I considered the endorsement by State Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw. Now I am not as vociferous a critic of Saslaw as some on this site are, but neither am I a blind follower of his. Saslaw has made mistakes, but he is the choice of the Democrats in the State Senate-it's not something I get to vote on directly. What I would hope for in any potential candidate for the state senate would be someone more to the progressive end of the political spectrum who is nevertheless able to walk into Leader Saslaw's office and persuade him.
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The classic 1951 XK120 Jaguar.
A pensioner who paid less than £200 for a classic Jaguar has decided to sell the car after 50 years of ownership, with experts tipping it to collect as much as £100,000.
Malcolm Brock first bought his 1951 XK120 roadster as a fresh faced 19-year-old in 1969. He paid just £180 for the car and instantly fell in love with it's charm.
Since then the car has been like a loyal friend to Malcolm and he holds several happy memories in it, including it carrying his daughter to her wedding over twenty years ago.
Malcolm, 68, has competed in the convertible in a number hill climbing events, and also used it as his everyday run-around for several years.
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Global Color Line: Racial and Ethnic Inequality and Struggle from a Global Perspective Vol: 6
Gwen Moore
J.Allen Whitt
Pinar Batur-VanderLippe
Joe Feagin
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Research in Politics and Society
This series examines the interrelations of politics and society, bringing together articles from an international and interdisciplinary community of scholars. This title examines global perspectives on the political economy of race and ethnicity.
List of contributors. Introduction. Racial and ethnic inequality and struggle from the colonial era to the present: drawing the global color line (P. Batur-VanderLippe, J. Feagin). The Formulation and Expansion of Global Racial and Ethnic Inequality. Indian icons in the world series of racism: institutionalization of the racial symbols of Wahoos and Indians (J.V. Fenelon). Racism and the making of American foreign policy: the "Terrible Turk" as icon and metaphor (J.M. VanderLippe). Globalization, autonomy, and transnational migration: impacts on US intergroup relations (N.P. Rodriguez). "This is a white country": the racial ideology of the western nations of the world-system (E. Bonilla-Silva). Nation, race or class? Defining the Hutu and Tutsi of East Africa (T. Longman). Institutionalization and Maintenance of Racial and Ethnic Inequality. Rethinking the terms of the affirmative action debate established in the regents of the University of California V. Bakke Decision (L.C. Harris). "I never owned slaves": The Euro-American construction of the racialized other (A.E. Ansell, J.M. Statman). Racialized media discourses in the "new" South Africa: the Makgoba controversy (K. Farquharson). El Apostol y El Comandante En Jefe: dialectics of racial discourse and racial practice in Cuba, 1890-1999 (E. Logan). Excluded essentials: the politics of ethnicity, oil, and citizenship in Saudi Arabia (G. Okruhlik). Race and rights in Fiji (J.D. Kelly, M. Kaplan). The racist wave in the united Germany, 1990-1997 (H. Kramer). Resistance and Struggle. The "Haytian Fear": racial projects and competing reactions to the first black republic (M. Sheller). Mind, heart and action: understanding the dimensions of antiracism (E. O Brien). Exploring global racism in Chile: chronicle of the early stages of a study (H. Vera). My study of prejudice: a lifelong journey (M.R. Dunlap).
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American Life Writing and the Medical Humanities
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Anuppiriya Sriskandarajah
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Donald C. Wood
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The Citizen and the State
Angus Nurse
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Janson's history of art: the western tradition, Volume 2
Penelope J. E. Davies, Horst Woldemar Janson, Walter B. Denny, Joseph Jacobs, Frima Fox Hofrichter
Pearson Prentice Hall, 2007 - Art - 648 pages
For courses in the History of Art. Completely rewritten and reorganized, this groundbreaking edition weaves together the most recent scholarship, the most current thinking in art history, and the most innovative digital art library.Experience the new Janson and re-experience the history of art. Long established as the classic and seminal introduction to art of the Western world, the Seventh Edition ofJanson's History of Artis groundbreaking. When Harry Abrams first published theHistory of Artin 1962, John F. Kennedy occupied the White House, and Andy Warhol was an emerging artist. Janson offered his readers a strong focus on Western art, an important consideration of technique and style, and a clear point of view.The History of Art, said Janson, was not just a stringing together of historically significant objects, but the writing of a story about their interconnections, a history of styles and of stylistic change. Janson's text focused on the visual and technical characteristics of the objects he discussed, often in extraordinarily eloquent language. Janson'sHistory of Arthelped to establish the canon of art history for many generations of scholars. The new Seventh Edition introduces the authorship of six distinguished specialists narrating the history of art for today's students. The contribution of multiple authors allows an expert's understanding to permeate each and every part of the text with a currency in art historical thinking and an enhanced discussion of context. The result is a complete rewriting and a weaving together of expert knowledge into a meaningful and powerful presentation of Western art.
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While other collectors of English folk tales rewrote or left out the crude language of the originals, Joseph Jacobs brought the vigor of colloquial English into his folk tale collections, and such memorable phrases as Fee-fi-fo-fum and chinny chin chin remain the strength of his contributions. Jacobs was born in Sydney, Australia, and emigrated to England to attend Cambridge University. His interests at Cambridge were very broad and included history, literature, anthropology, and philosophy. After graduating in 1876, he pursued a full and varied career, writing many essays for various periodicals including a famous series in 1882 on the Russian persecutions of the Jews. Jacobs also made his influence felt as a Jew by editing the first issues of The Jewish Yearbook (1896--99) and serving as president of the Jewish Historical Society. He also edited The Jewish Encyclopedia and, in this capacity, came to the United States in 1900, remaining here for the rest of his life. He later served as professor of English at the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York City. Jacob's interest in folklore grew out of his studies in anthropology. From 1890 to 1893, he edited Folk Lore, a British journal on the subject. He also edited the Arabian Nights and Aesop's Fables and produced a series of fairy tale books that placed him in a position much like that of his American contemporary, Andrew Lang. These fairy tale collections were the result of regular research in folklore, literature, anthropology, and other fields, and they are, perhaps, the works for which he is best remembered today. Jacobs is praised for translating the preliterary experience of storytelling into literary form while maintaining the rhythms and "feel" of the storytellers of old. He is also noted as being the first writer to prepare folk tales specifically for an audience of children, thus avoiding the more pedantic approach of many other folklorists.
Title Janson's history of art: the western tradition, Volume 2
Janson's History of Art: The Western Tradition, Horst Woldemar Janson
Authors Penelope J. E. Davies, Horst Woldemar Janson, Walter B. Denny, Joseph Jacobs, Frima Fox Hofrichter
Edition 7, illustrated
Publisher Pearson Prentice Hall, 2007
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from the example of Aristotle, that authority and convenience, education, prejudice, and general practice || have no small share in the making of them; and that the laws of custom are very apt to be mistaken for the / order of nature. For which reason, I suspect, that a system or morality, built upon instincts, will only find out reasons and excuses for opinions and practices already established,—will seldom correct or reform either. But further, suppose we admit the existence of these instincts; what, it may be asked, is their authority? No man, you say, can act in deliberate opposition to them, without a secret remorse of conscience. But this remorse may be borne with: and if the sinner choose to bear with it, for the sake of the pleasure or the profit which he expects from his wickedness; or finds the pleasure of the sin to exceed the remorse of conscience, of which he alone is the judge, and concerning which, when he feels them both together, he can hardly be mistaken, the moral instinct man, so far as I can understand, has nothing more to offer. For if he allege that these instincts are so many indications of the will of God, and consequently presages of what we are to look for hereafter; this, I answer, is to resort to a rule and a motive ulterior to the instincts themselves, and at which rule and motive we shall by and by arrive by a surer road:—I say surer, so long as there remains a controversy whether there be any instinctive maxims at all; or any difficulty in ascertaining what maxims are instinctive. This celebrated question therefore becomes in our system a question of pure curiosity; and as such, we dismiss it to the determination of those who are more inquisitive, than we are concerned to be, about the natural history and constitution of the human species.
CHAP. VI.
HUMAN HAPPINESS.
THE word happy is a relative term: that is, when we call a man happy, we mean that he is happier than some others, with whom we compare him; than the generality of others; or than he himself was in some other situation:—thus, speaking of one who has just compassed the object of a long pursuit, “Now,” we say, “he is happy;” and in a like comparative sense, compared, that is, with the general lot of mankind, we call a man happy who possesses health and competency.
In strictness, any condition may be denominated happy, in which the amount or aggregate of pleasure exceeds that of pain; and the degree of happiness depends upon the quantity of this excess.
And the greatest quantity of it ordinarily attainable in human life is what we mean by happiness, when we inquire or pronounce what human happiness consists in *. -
* If any positive signification, distinct from what we mean by pleasure, can be affixed to the term “happiness,” I should take it to denote a certain state of the nervous system in that part of the human frame in which we feel joy and grief, passions and affections. Whether this part be the heart, which the turn of most languages would lead us to believe, or the diaphragm, as Buffon, or the upper orifice of the stomach, as Van Helmont thought; or rather be a kind of fine net—work, lining the whole region of the praecordia, as others have imagined; it is possible, not only that each painful sensation may violently shake and disturb the fibres at the time, but that a series of such may at length so derange the very texture of the system as to produce a perpetual irritation, which will show itself by fretfulness, impatience, and restlessness. It is possible also, on the other hand, that a succession of pleasurable sensations may have such an effect upon this subtile organization as to cause the fibres to relax, and return into their place and order, and thereby to recover, or, if not lost, to preserve that harmonious conformation which gives to the mind its sense of complacency and satisfaction. This state may be denominated happiness, and is so far distinguishable from pleasure, that it does not refer to any particular object of enjoyment, or consist, like pleasure, in the gratification of one or more of the senses, but is rather the secondary effect which such objects and gratifications produce upon the nervous system, or the state in which they leave it. These conjectures belong not, however, to our province. The comparative sense, in which we have explained the term Happiness, is more popular, and is sufficient for the purpose of the present chapter. .
In which inquiry I will omit much usual declamation on the dignity and capacity of our nature; the superiority of the soul to the body, of the rational to the animal part of our constitution; upon the worthiness, refinement, and delicacy of some satisfactions, or the meanness, grossness, and sensuality of others; because I hold that pleasures differ in nothing but in continuance and intensity: from a just computation of which, confirmed by what we observe of the apparent cheerfulness, tranquillity, and contentment of men of different tastes, tempers, stations, and pursuits, every question concerning human happiness must receive its decision. It will be our business to show, if we can, I. What Human Happiness does not consist in : II. What it does consist in. FIRST, then, Happiness does not consist in the pleasures of sense, in whatever profusion or variety they be enjoyed. By the pleasures of sense, I mean, as well as the animal gratifications of eating, drinking, and that by which the species is continued, as the more refined pleasures of music, painting, architecture, gardening, splendid shows, theatric exhibitions; and the pleasures, lastly, of active sports, as of hunting, shooting, fishing, &c. For, 1st, These pleasures continue but a little while at a time. This is true of them all, especially of the grosser sort of them. Laying aside the preparation and the expectation, and computing strictly the actual sensation, we shall be surprised to find how inconsiderable a portion of our time they occupy, how few hours in the four and twenty they are able to fill up. 2dly, These pleasures, by repetition, lose their relish. It is a property of the machine, for which we know no remedy, that the organs by which we perceive pleasure are blunted and benumbed by being frequently exercised in the same way. There is hardly any one who has not found the difference between a gratification, when new, and when familiar; or any pleasure which does not become indifferent as it grows habitual. 3dly, The eagerness for high and intense delights takes away the relish from all others; and as such delights fall rarely in our way, the greater part of our time becomes, from this cause, empty and uneasy. There is hardly any delusion by which men are greater sufferers in their happiness than by their expecting too much from what is called pleasure; that is, from those intense delights which vulgarly engross the name of pleasure. The very expectation spoils them. When they do come, we are often engaged in taking pains to persuade ourselves how much we are pleased, rather than enjoying any pleasure which springs naturally out of the object. And whenever we depend upon being vastly delighted, we always go home secretly grieved at missing our aim. Likewise, as has been observed just now, when this humour of being prodigiously delighted has once taken hold of the imagination, it hinders us from providing for, or acquiescing in, those gently soothing engagements, the due variety and succession of which are the only things that supply a vein or continued stream of hapIIIeSS. What I have been able to observe of that part of mankind, whose professed pursuit is pleasure, and who are withheld in the pursuit by no restraints of fortune, or scruples of conscience, corresponds sufficiently with this account. I have commonly remarked in such men a restless and inextinguishable passion for variety; a great part of their time to be vacant, and so much of it irksome; and that, with whatever eagerness and expectation they set out, they become, by degrees, fastidious in their choice of pleasures, lan
guid in the enjoyment, yet miserable under the want of it.
The truth seems to be, that there is a limit at which these pleasures soon arrive, and from which they ever afterwards decline. They are by necessity of short duration, as the organs cannot hold on their emotions beyond a certain length of time; and if you endeavour to compensate for this imperfection in their nature by the frequency with which you repeat them, you suffer more than you gain, by the fatigue of the faculties, and the diminution of sensibility. We have said nothing in this account, of the loss of opportunities, or the decay of faculties, which, whenever they happen, leave the voluptuary destitute and desperate; teased by desires that can never be gratified, and the memory of pleasures which must return In O In Ore. It will also be allowed by those who have experienced it, and perhaps by those alone, that pleasure which is purchased by the encumbrance of our fortune, is purchased too dear; the pleasure never compensating for the perpetual irritation of embarrassed cirCumstances. These pleasures, after all, have their value; and as the young are always too eager in their pursuit of them, the old are sometimes too remiss, that is, too studious of their ease, to be at the pains for them which they really deserve. SEcoMDLY ; Neither does happiness consist in an exemption from pain, labour, care, business, suspense, molestation, and “those evils which are without;” such a state being usually attended, not with ease, but with depression of spirits, a tastelessness in all our ideas, imaginary anxieties, and the whole train of hypochondriacal affections. For which reason, the expectations of those who retire from their shops and countinghouses, to enjoy the remainder of their days in leisure and tranquillity, are seldom answered by the effect; much less of such as, in a fit of chagrin, shut themselves up in cloisters and hermitages, or quit the world, and their stations in it, for solitude and repose.
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“Mr. Naughty List” by Leta Blake
A cute teacher gets a spanking this Christmas. How hot can it get being on his former student’s Naughty List?
Is Aaron allowed to want a hot holiday fling with his young former student? Even more forbidden, is he allowed to want this student to spank him?
It’s another Christmas, and Aaron is still in the closet as a gay man and a natural submissive. With one youthful indiscretion blacking his ethics record, he can’t afford to indulge his desires no matter how pent up and needy that leaves him.
Until his former student comes home for the holidays.
Dominant and charming, RJ knows what Aaron needs—intense, steamy encounters and a firm hand. As Christmas nears, RJ helps Aaron unlock his true self. But family and fallout await, and all good things must end.
Or can their hot holiday affair turn them into lasting lovers?
“Running From My Heart” by Felice Stevens
“Holding onto the past can hurt more than letting it go.”
People say six years is long enough to mourn the death of his husband but for Ross Miller, the pain is as fresh as if it happened yesterday. He’s left his glittering Hollywood life behind, yet guilt still dogs his steps, no matter how far he runs. Trapped by his past and needing to escape his well-meaning friends, he rents a cabin in the secluded Adirondack mountains. A reclusive man moves in next door and piques Ross’s interest, but his persistent attempts at friendship are rebuffed. That doesn’t stop him because the one rule Ross Miller has always lived by is to never take no for an answer.
Novelist Arden Wainwright has given up. He can’t pretend a happiness he knows he’ll never find again. Solitary days turn into years, and he remains frozen, unable to take a breath. At his wit’s end, he retreats to the mountains, but it does little to stir his creativity. He continues to hide from life and avoids his overly nosy neighbor, who insists on planting himself at Arden’s doorstep at every turn. Making friends is the last thing Arden wants, but annoying or not, he can’t get the damn man out of his mind.
Finding peace in their isolated surroundings, the two lonely men forge an unlikely friendship where they realize they’re more alike than different and better together than apart. With Ross’s help, Arden begins to rebuild the shattered pieces of his life, while Arden gives Ross the strength to face his fears and find his way home. When love comes calling you can choose to hide from hurt, loss, and pain, but if you take a chance and open the door, you might discover that running from your heart is the last thing you’ll want to do.
This book can be read as a stand alone but you may remember Ross, Foster’s best friend from Broken Silence, Book One of the Rock Bottom series.
“Salvage” by Con Riley
Five years ago, an accident fractured Gabe Cooper’s family. Believing it was broken beyond repair, Gabe and his best friend Jamie Carlson left Minnesota behind for San Diego sunshine and college. Now another crisis brings Gabe home to help his ailing father, and he finally has to face the guilt that kept him away for so long.
Scott Stark also returns to Minnesota, with his young niece and nephew in tow, shouldering new family responsibilities. While Gabe comes to grips with his past, Scott struggles to accept his present role as a substitute parent, caring for two children, each with different needs. As Gabe and Scott get to know each other, reclaiming family life almost seems possible. Only two things stand in the way of love: Gabe’s unresolved relationship with Jamie, and Scott’s plan to leave Minnesota as soon as he can. Both men will have to accept past mistakes if they want to salvage a future together, and time is running out.
“The Art of Possession” by Cari Z.
When a treasure-hunting black ops soldier and a disgraced, reckless archeologist team up in search of a priceless artifact, they might get more than they bargained for.
Ever since leaving the Green Berets to work in private security, Alex Tucker has longed for some excitement—and he’s about to get his wish.
Archeologist Malcolm Armstrong needs the chance to prove he isn’t a fraud. Along with Alex, he’s hired to track down and authenticate a valuable scepter, in a hunt that turns deadlier than either of them imagined as they search dangerous locations across three continents and try to stay ahead of the factions who want the treasure for themselves—and Malcolm and Alex dead.
Just as they realize the feelings between them transcend convenience and the thrill of the chase, a rival reemerges, threatening everything.
“A Faerie Story” by Barbara Elsborg
the fate of three men was decided in a world where it was forever Christmas.
A faerie forced to flee his homeland
Kaegan lives in fear of his vicious twin brother. Tormented and abused, his only option is to escape to the one place he knows he’ll be safe: Inverkillen, a haven of magic, eternal Christmas where he has the chance to live the life he craves. But leaving Faerieland means taking a huge risk.
A man searching for a second chance
Aiden’s world is broken. Life is a dark and wretched place—until a chance encounter with Kaegan gives him hope for a brighter future. But fate has never been Aiden’s friend. No sooner has Kaegan come into his life, than he’s gone. Aiden is resigned to loneliness, but after he makes a startling discovery, he takes a decision that could be the biggest gamble of his life.
An anguished soul ready to end it all
Pascal is afraid to love. He’s determined not to risk his heart when he knows everything can be snatched away in a single moment. A fateful meeting leads to a night of enchantment and passion, leaving Pascal hungry to know more about the mysterious Kaegan. But when morning comes, Kaegan is gone, leaving Pascal to follow the one clue he has to the beautiful stranger’s whereabouts.
Three men in search of a second chance, deep in a snowy wilderness. Will Christmas cast its magic to give them the greatest gift of all: their Happy Ever After?
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Viesti Kirjoittaja soijuv » Su Tammi 25, 2009 17:29
Ruotsalainen tutkimus v. 2008:
177 ruotsalaista lasta. Kolme ryhmää:
1. 41 % vahvistettu borrelioosi: selkäydinesteessä borreliavasta-aineita
2. 26 % mahdollinen borrelioosi pleosytoosia mutta ei vasta-aineita
3. 33 % ei kumpaakaan edellämainituista löydöksistä.
Antibioottihoito annettiin 69 %:lle lapsista. Hoitovaste oli yleisesti ottaen hyvä. Kuuden kuukauden seuranta-aikana suurin osa lapsista pysyi melko oireettomina. 11 %:lla oli edelleen ongelmia kasvohermohalvauksen jälkeen. Päänsärkyä ja voimakasta väsymystä esiintyi kaikissa ryhmissä yhtä paljon.
Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2008 Nov 12; [Epub ahead of print]
Lyme Neuroborreliosis in Children: A Prospective Study of Clinical features, Prognosis, and Outcome.
Skogman BH, Croner S, Nordwall M, Eknefelt M, Ernerudh J, Forsberg P.
From the *Pediatric Clinic at the University Hospital, Division of Pediatrics,
Linkoping; daggerCenter for Clinical Research Dalarna, Falun; double
daggerPediatric Clinic, Norrkoping; section signPediatric Clinic, Jonkoping;
parallelDivision of Clinical Immunology, Linkoping; and paragraph signDivision
of Infectious Diseases, Linkoping, Sweden.
BACKGROUND:: Evaluation of children with clinically suspected neuroborreliosis (NB) is difficult. With a prospective study design we wanted to characterize children with signs and symptoms indicative for NB, investigate clinical outcome and, if possible, identify factors of importance for recovery.
MATERIAL/METHODS:: Children being evaluated for NB (n = 177) in southeast Sweden were categorized into 3 groups: "confirmed neuroborreliosis" (41%) with Borrelia antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid, "possible neuroborreliosis" (26%) with pleocytosis but no Borrelia antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid, and "not determined" (33%) with no pleocytosis and no Borrelia antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid. Antibiotic treatment was given to 69% of children. Patients were followed during 6 months and compared with a matched control group (n = 174).
RESULTS:: Clinical recovery at the 6-month follow-up (n = 177) was generally good and no patient was found to have recurrent or progressive neurologic symptoms. However, persistent facial nerve palsy caused dysfunctional and cosmetic problems in 11% of patients. Persistent nonspecific symptoms, such as headache and fatigue, were not more frequently reported in patients than in controls. Influence on daily life was reported to the same extent in patients and controls. Consequently, persistent headache and fatigue at follow-up should not be considered as attributable to NB. No prognostic factors could be identified.
CONCLUSIONS:: Clinical recovery was satisfactory in children being evaluated for NB although persistent symptoms from facial nerve palsy occurred. Persistent nonspecific symptoms, such as headache and fatigue, were not more frequently reported in patients than in controls.
Viesti Kirjoittaja soijuv » Ma Tammi 24, 2011 12:43
Lasten Borrelioosin + lisäinfektioiden hoito. Tri Corsonin oma lapsi oli kuolla outoihin oireisiin. Kesti vuosia ennenkuin oireiden syy löydettiin - borrelia-bakteeri. Silloin tri Corson havaitsi miten vähän lääkärikunta tuntee punkkien levittämiä taudinaiheuttajia. Corson alkoi tutkia tautia ja hän on nykyään arvostettu Borrelioosilääkäri. Hän on myös Kansainvälisen Borrelioosijärjestö, ILADSin, jäsen.
Suom.huom! Artikkeli on pitkä joten en ehdi kääntämään sitä. Jos kääntäjä löytyy, voimme julkaista artikkelin myös esim. jäsenlehdesämme.
T.Soile
Saving Our Children: Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Tick-Borne Diseases
by Scott Forsgren
Dr. Ann Corson had nearly 20 years of experience as a primary care doctor when she was faced with one of her most complex and challenging medical cases: her only child was literally dying from an unidentified illness without clear answers. It took three years for her to more fully understand the illness that was ravaging her son's body. It was then that Dr. Corson realized "how totally inadequate my 'ivory-tower' medical education had been regarding tick-borne diseases." As a result of her own son's personal struggles with Lyme disease, Dr. Corson has emerged as one of the most respected Lyme-literate medical doctors in the field.
After discovering the etiology of her child's mysterious illness, Dr. Corson feverishly read the scientific literature and studied with respected Lyme clinicians Joseph Burrascano, MD, and Charles Ray Jones, MD. She started her own practice devoted solely to the treatment of tick-borne diseases (TBDs). Her mission has become to help "those mothers who otherwise would have to watch their children slowly decay without knowledgeable doctors."
Dr. Corson quickly recognized that the clinical challenges presented by chronic tick-borne disease patients are incredibly complex and require a multidisciplinary, holistic approach. Over the years, it became apparent that allopathic medicine did not offer a complete solution. As a result, she has incorporated treatment strategies into her practice from many different healing disciplines. Helping patients attain the improvements they are striving for requires a willingness to think beyond the boundaries of that which is understood today. Consideration must be given to those things that will only be more widely accepted in the future.
In her presentation at the LIA Foundation "From Roadblocks to Recovery" event in June 2009, Dr. Corson shared her approach to the evaluation and management of pediatric tick-borne diseases.
"Ticks are cesspools of disease," she noted. Besides Borrelia burgdorferi, ticks harbor numerous other organisms that are pathogenic and result in considerable health challenges in humans. Some of these include other Borrelia species, Babesia microti, Babesia duncani, Ehrlichia chaffeensis, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Bartonella henselae, Bartonella quintana, Mycoplasma fermentans and other Mycoplasma species, Rickettsia rickettsii, Coxiella burnetii, Francisella tularensis, viruses such as HHV-6,nematodes, and possibly many other organisms. These are just the ones that are known today; in reality, the list may be much longer.
In the evaluation of a patient with TBD, a full history is obtained, including risk factors, a complete medical history including the medical history of the mother, and a social and family history. A detailed physical exam is performed. Laboratory evaluation includes assays for TBDs, a full medical work-up, and appropriate imaging studies.
Once a patient has been evaluated, management of the illness may include diet; environmental changes such as mold remediation or reduction of exposures to electromagnetic fields (EMFs); use of the German biological model of homotoxicology to modulate the immune system and support organ regulation and drainage; and various antimicrobial compounds, including allopathic, homeopathic, or herbal options. Patients may also be referred to other practitioners for osteopathic work, acupuncture, chiropractic neurology or other chiropractic interventions, other types of body work, and psychological counseling.
Risk factors for TBDs include any known tick attachments, rashes, living in an endemic area, proximity to reservoir animals such as deer or mice, travel to infested areas, family members or pets with known TBDs, and a mother's risk factors both before and during pregnancy. Maternal health at the time of conception and any complications of the pregnancy are important factors in evaluating a child with suspected TBD.
Birth history looks at factors such as term length, type of delivery (spontaneous vaginal delivery, C-section, or forceps-assisted birth), any delivery complications such as meconium staining of the amniotic fluid, Apgar score (a test to assess the health of newborn children), and any congenital abnormalities. Next, the neonatal course (first 12 weeks of life) is evaluated by reviewing blood sugar control, body temperature control, hyperbilirubinemia (an elevated level of bilirubin which may present with jaundice), difficulties in sucking, and history of immunizations. Factors of interest when the child is an infant include whether the child was breast-fed or bottle-fed, colic issues, sleeping problems, frequent infections, trauma, and developmental milestones. From toddler to school age, Dr. Corson looks at history of illnesses, trauma, problems with sleep, developmental delays, socialization, play behavior, gastrointestinal issues, food intolerances, environmental exposures, dental problems, and immunization history. During elementary school, consideration is given to illnesses, trauma, sleep issues, social behavior in school, learning problems, orthodontic issues, neuropsychiatric symptoms or personality changes, medication reactions, and environmental exposures. Tick bites or tick exposures are always considered and highly suggestive of possible TBD.
Dr. Corson further evaluates past surgical history, traumas, especially head injuries, dietary history, family dynamics, psychological traumas, and family history. She considers such factors as living in a home that may have a wet basement or going to school in a building suspected of having had water intrusions, as both of these could indicate mold as a possible cofactor in the illness. Electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure is another factor in the course of illness.
It is important to know why the parents believe the child is sick and to fully understand the entire chronology of the illness. At times, the seemingly unimportant detail helps assemble the often complex puzzle pieces necessary to arrive at a diagnosis.
A long list of symptoms must be reviewed, including generalized symptoms such as fevers, day or night sweats, cold or clammy hands or feet, and weight gain or loss.
Central nervous system (CNS) symptoms are evaluated by looking at developmental milestones both in gross and fine motor development, language delays, processing speed, attention, working memory, dyslexia, cranial neuropathies, and ophthalmologic abnormalities. Headache frequency, duration, location, time of day, and intensity are evaluated. Borrelia headaches are commonly suboccipital (between the skull and first vertebra), whereas headaches resulting from Babesia tend to be frontal or behind the eyes. Balance is observed.
Peripheral nervous system symptoms include numbness; tingling; itching; stinging; stabbing; burning; shooting pains; crawling sensations; hypersensitivity to noise, light, odors, or touch; and painful radiculopathies (nerve problems at the root of a nerve which manifest in an extremity). Clues to these symptoms may be seen in an infant who does not want to be held, or a child being unable to tolerate the feeling of clothing tags or certain fabrics, not wanting to have hair washed due to scalp sensitivity, or being overwhelmed in environments with high sensory input such as parties.
A number of symptoms related to the head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat (HEENT) may be present. Scalp tenderness, lesions or pimples, or other sore spots are often observed. Ear pain, redness of the outer ears especially in the afternoon, tinnitus (which may often be described as "crickets"), and hearing abnormalities are not uncommon. Eyes may be red, itch, burn, tear, have discharge, or have problems with tracking an object. Lazy eye is often observed, as are eye alignment issues such as strabismus or sixth cranial nerve palsy, or drooping eyelids known as ptosis. Floaters may be present. Sensitivity to light, known as photophobia, may also present. Sinus congestion, runny nose, postnasal drip, or sneezing may be involved. If nasal symptoms are worse after eating, this may be a sign of food allergies. Mold exposure can lead to runny nose presentations. Patients may have fever blisters or canker sores in the mouth. Other HEENT symptoms include tongue soreness, teeth sensitivity, enamel problems, cavities, changes in taste or smell, sore throats that may be chronic or intermittent, hoarseness, difficulties swallowing, and swollen or enlarged lymph nodes. Neck symptoms may include soreness or stiffness, muscle spasms or "cricks," cracking or creaking, and restriction in range of motion.
Lung symptoms of interest include shortness of breath, air hunger, intermittent sighing, and cough. Cough may be day or night, wet or dry, and may be cyclic. Often times, sighing or a dry cough are related to Babesia coinfection. Cardiac symptoms may appear, such as heart palpitations (including skipping or racing feelings) and pain in the chest, chest wall, or ribs.
Abdominal symptoms include problems with appetite, food cravings, nausea, acid reflux, heartburn, gas, belching, bloating, cramping, and abdominal pain. Stool color may be brown, tan, green, or black. Stool frequency may be affected. Consistency of stool may be dry, moist, runny, or mushy. The child may strain and have hemorrhoids, rectal bleeding, or mucus in the stool. Stool odor is another often-observed change. Dr. Corson says: "We talk about poop a lot in my office; it's just that important."
Genitourinary symptomsmanifest as delay in toilet training; bed wetting; loss of bladder control; painful urination; awakening at night to urinate; bladder pain; hesitancy; urgency; frequent urination; incomplete emptying of the bladder; and pelvic, genital, or testicular pain. Babesia may be a factor in bladder symptoms.
Skin manifestationsmay include neonatal acne, eczema, seborrhea, hemangioma birth marks, difficult-to-manage diaper rashes, skin rashes of all kinds, erythema migrans (EM) rashes, and reddish changes in skin coloration at the back of the neck also known as "stork bite."
Joints may be stiff and crack or pop. Pain is often intermittent, cyclical, and migratory. Migratory joint pain is a common characteristic of TBDs. On one day, the patient's left knee may hurt, while the next day it may be the right. Joint symptoms often worsen with exercise. Foot pain upon rising is a common sign of Bartonella. Morning stiffness suggests mold exposure. Muscle manifestations may include lowered or increased tone, pain, spasms, cramping, morning foot pain on first steps, morning body stiffness, and twitching.
Children often prefer sedentary activities or need to rest after school or play as they may not have the energy or stamina for something more active. Sleep is often challenged, and patients experience difficulty falling or staying asleep, frequent awakenings, nightmares, night terrors, sleep walking, and difficulty arising in the morning. Nightmares and night terrors are often present with Bartonella.
Psychiatric signs may be irritability, mood swings, increased emotionality, tantrums, anger or rage attacks, frustration intolerance, physical aggressiveness, separation anxiety, new onset phobias, anxiety, panic attacks, depression with or without thoughts of suicide, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and personality changes. Panic attacks may be the result of Babesia, while self-mutilating behaviors may be associated with Bartonella. Neurological symptoms may present as tics, seizures, lowered or increased muscle tone, motor or sensory abnormalities, gross lack of muscle coordination, neuropathies, neuralgias, vertigo, and motion sickness.
It is difficult for many to imagine that one disease could present with so many widely varied symptoms, and yet it is not uncommon to see children with TBDs present with dozens of these symptoms.
A physical examination is a key part of Dr. Corson's evaluation of a patient potentially challenged with TBD. Vital signs are evaluated, though these are generally normal. Tongue size, color, coating, edges, and sublingual veins are evaluated. Red crescents in the pharynx are often observed. Tonsils, teeth, gums, ears, and eyes are investigated. Halitosis may be present.
In the neck area, range of motion and head posture are observed. Thyroid and lymph nodes are examined. Lungs are evaluated for abnormal breathing sounds or excursion of the chest wall. Heart murmurs and rhythms are listened for. Peripheral pulses are felt. The abdomen is palpated for enlarged organs and areas of tenderness.
In evaluating the musculoskeletal system, soreness is evaluated along the neck and spine. Trigger points, shins, and thigh muscles are assessed. Muscle twitches, or fasciculations, may be present.
The skin often holds many clues in TBDs. Dr. Corson stresses that every part of the body must be evaluated and that parents are often surprised by what she finds on their children. Hands and feet are evaluated. These may be cold or warm, clammy, or sweaty. The scalp, finger- and toenails, and anus are examined. Multiple hemangioma birthmarks may be observed in gestational cases of TBDs. Rashes of all kinds are often visible. These may include EM rashes or Bartonella rashes, which are often seen as striae; that is, bands, stripes, or lines that look much like stretch marks.
Neurological evaluation consists of a review of cranial nerves and extraocular muscles, looking for abnormal movements or tracking abnormalities. Motor strength and tone are evaluated, as are balance and gait. Reflexes, speech, and language are assessed. Behavior, appropriateness, attentiveness, and interactions with parents and siblings are key factors in a psychological evaluation.
Dr. Corson looks for the possibility that mold may be a factor in the child's illness. Mold may be found in the home, school, or even car. For some patients, mold exposure is a very significant component of the overall illness, as mycotoxins produce a number of symptoms. Improvement is often observed through either remediating the moldy environment or removing the child from the environment entirely.
An emerging theory in the puzzle of chronic illness is that biologically incompatible frequencies, or frequencies that are not supportive of human health, may have damaging effects. These EMFs come from numerous sources, such as cordless phones, microwaves, wireless Internet devices, and cellular phones. EMFs should be eliminated or reduced where possible. Televisions and computers should not be present in the bedroom. Video game use should be entirely eliminated.
Clearly, there are many physical clues that may support a diagnosis of TBDs in a patient. Nonetheless, doctors must open their eyes and look before they will find. Fortunately, for patients of Dr. Corson, the physical examination is thorough and often telling.
A physical examination may yield clues that may lead Dr. Corson to further consideration of TBDs. In addition to a thorough physical examination, laboratory tests are used to evaluate additional indicators that may support a diagnosis.
Dr. Corson first orders a full panel of TBD testing from IGeneX in Palo Alto, California. This includes tests for Borrelia burgdorferi via western blot and PCR (polymerase chain reaction) as well as testing for common coinfections such as Bartonella, Babesia, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma. A CD57 panel is ordered from LabCorp to evaluate a subset of natural killer cells that are known to be suppressed in chronic Lyme disease. Results of the CD57 often correlate clinically with the severity of the disease presentation. Dr. Corson believes that Clongen and Fry Labs are useful as well.
Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (MDL) is used to evaluate the patient for other related infections. Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), human herpes virus type 6 (HHV-6), cytomegalovirus (CMV), and herpes simplex viruses types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and -2) are types of herpes viruses that are often activated in patients with chronic Lyme disease due to the immunosuppressive nature of the illness. Chlamydia pneumoniae and Mycoplasma species are evaluated. The presence of any of these infections is important when defining the treatment protocol for the patient.
Sulfates are tested using a urinary dipstick. Some patients will exhibit high levels of sulfates, which may be the result of genetic influences, inadequacies of liver detoxification pathways, past sulfa antibiotic use, or simply eating meat from animals that were fed sulfa antibiotics to enhance their growth.
A complete blood count (CBC) as well as a comprehensive metabolic profile (CMP) are run to evaluate basic components of the immune system, functioning of organs such as the liver and kidneys, and electrolyte and fluid balance.
When blood urea nitrogen is high and iron is low, Dr. Corson suspects Babesia. When alanine aminotransferase (ALT) is slightly elevated and white blood cell (WBC) count is low, she considers Ehrlichia. She has found that CBCs often show neutropenia, lymphopenia, or a reversal of the normal lymphocyte/neutrophil ratio.
Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing is performed based on the work of Ritchie Shoemaker, MD. The HLA panel provides specific insights as to the patient's ability to remove biotoxins effectively from the body. About one-quarter of the general population will be found to have genetic types that would increase the likelihood of more severe illness if exposed to biotoxins produced from Lyme disease or molds. Some patients are "multisusceptible" types, meaning that they are susceptible to both Lyme and mold biotoxins. In patients with chronic Lyme disease, the percentage of those evaluated who express genetic issues in this area is much higher than in the general population.
Dr. Corson runs tests to investigate the possibility of autoimmunity as a piece in the illness puzzle, as the immune system often becomes dysregulated when a patient has chronic Lyme disease. She evaluates whether hypercoagulation is a factor; it is not uncommon for the blood to become thickened, which protects the organisms and makes treatment more difficult.
It has long been known that toxicity is a significant factor in chronic illness. Heavy metal toxicity is a common finding in many patients. A stool analysis is performed to look for pathogenic bacteria, parasites, yeast, and levels of beneficial probiotic bacteria, as well as to evaluate whether the patient may have leaky gut syndrome. Food allergy panels are performed, as eliminating allergenic food items is often a key part of the approach to treatment.
When the baby is born, PCR testing is ideally performed on the first urine, the cord blood, the placenta, and the foreskin to evaluate for the presence of infection with Borrelia burgdorferi. Thereafter, PCR testing is performed monthly on the urine.
In terms of imaging studies, a brain SPECT (single photon emission computed tomography) scan is often helpful. These can, however, be normal even in children who are significantly impaired. When the SPECT scan is abnormal, this is a very significant finding. The Amen Clinics look at both perfusion (blood flow) and metabolism at rest and with concentration in their SPECT scans.
Often, these laboratory tests provide important clues to Dr. Corson as to the potential causes of illness. However, testing for TBD is still in its infancy, and better diagnostic tools are desperately needed. As a result, it is important to look beyond laboratory testing alone and to evaluate the patient in other ways.
Pathophysiology is the study of changes in function within the body that result from a disease process. In TBDs, the list of these changes is potentially a very long one.
Multiple infections lead to multisystem organ damage. The nervous system is heavily affected in TBD. Herpesviruses, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and many other infections heavily affect the course of the illness. Borrelia is clearly the ringleader in chronic Lyme disease. It opens the door to many other infections, which are then able to invade the body and take up residence.
Dysbiosis (microbial imbalance) of the gut is a common finding. The mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal tract often harbors infection. It is a known site for the formation of biofilms. Leaky gut is commonly present in children with TBDs, as is intolerance to gluten. The GALT (gastrointestinal-associated lymphoid tissue) is a key component of the immune system, protecting the body from invaders. In many patients, the GALT is often found to be dysregulated, thus impairing the proper functioning of the immune system throughout the body. According to Dr. Corson, cleaning up the gut is one of the first things that must be done before moving forward with treatment.
Liver detoxification abnormalities are almost always present. These may be in the methylation or sulfation pathways and are often genetically influenced ? such as in patients with a methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) defect or problems with other detoxification pathways. Levels of homocysteine and methionine may be abnormal.
Systemic inflammation is often observed. Lipid abnormalities may be present. Cytokine imbalances may be the result of a confused immune system's attempting to respond to foreign items. These imbalances must be corrected to reduce inflammation. The immune system must then be upregulated to respond to specific targeted pathogens.
Blood vessels may be inflamed in what is known as vasculitis. The blood itself may become thickened due to the overproduction of fibrin. Bone marrow becomes dysfunctional, and as a result the patient may have low platelets (thrombocytopenia), neutrophils (neutropenia), or lymphocytes (lymphocytopenia). This further affects the body's ability to mount an effective immune response to address chronic infections. Anemia may be present.
Autoimmunity is unfortunately another common finding in chronic Lyme disease. As the immune system becomes dysregulated, autoimmune responses become more common. Autoimmunity may be in part the result of molecular mimicry, a process through which the infections are able to look like normal tissues in the body and cause the immune system to incorrectly recognize self vs. foreign invader. Autoimmunity to the thyroid is very common in patients with TBDs. This can be evaluated by looking at thyroglobulin antibodies and thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies. Anticardiolipin antibodies are used to evaluate autoimmunity to the interior lining of the blood vessels, while myelin basic protein antibodies give clues to autoimmunity to nerve tissue. Antigliadin antibodies suggest an immune response to gluten as a result of leaky gut syndrome or congenital abnormality. Antinuclear antibodies are evaluated, and a rheumatoid factor (RF) is often ordered. Both are indicators of autoimmune activity.
Changes are often present in the CNS. Oxidative stress levels may be elevated. Glutathione levels are often depressed. There may be changes in the metabolism of homocysteine and methionine. Important detoxification pathways such as methylation and sulfation are often impaired, which leads to elevated levels of both ammonia and sulfates. Autonomic and peripheral nervous systems can be severely affected, resulting in neurally mediated hypotension, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), or even "Bell's palsy" of the gut.
Biotoxins are often elevated, resulting from both exposure to external sources of biotoxins and from toxins created from the microbes that live within infected patients. In chronic Lyme disease, these water- and fat-soluble toxins may be the result of indoor mold exposures and infection with Borrelia, Babesia, and other microbes.
Biotoxins increase the production of inflammatory cytokines which in turn upregulate systemic inflammation and lead to a worsening of symptoms. Insulin resistance increases, lipid profiles deteriorate, and levels of VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) and PAI-1 (plasminogen activator inhibitor type 1) are altered. Leptin receptors are damaged, which leads to weight gain. Key regulating hormones in the body such as MSH (melanocyte stimulating hormone) and VIP (vasoactive intestinal peptide) become deficient. All hormonal systems of the body are negatively and significantly affected by the presence of biotoxins.
Hormonal dysfunction is present in almost all chronic Lyme disease patients, even children. Insulin and leptin resistance develop. Thyroid insufficiency is often present. There are deficiencies in sex hormones. The renin-angiotensin system is affected, resulting in problems with blood pressure and fluid balance. Abnormalities in antidiuretic hormone (ADH) lead to retention of fluids. Adrenal glands are often stressed or entirely exhausted.
Heavy metal toxicity, such as that resulting from mercury, aluminum, or arsenic exposure, is almost always a factor in chronic illness. In children, this may be related to vaccinations, wherein mercury and aluminum are used as preservatives. Many over-the-counter medications contain aluminum. Very few people recognize that factory-farmed chicken is high in arsenic. Children, especially the first born, can acquire heavy metal toxicity from their mothers in utero.
Dr. Corson has found that patients often have a history of past physical, emotional, or psychological trauma. These factors, though not pleasant, must be considered and dealt with in order to return the child to a state of wellness.
Management ? Restoring Effective Function
The management of TBD is complex and requires the consideration of many factors. Just as Dr. Corson thoroughly evaluates each child through history, physical examination, and laboratory testing, she creates an equally thorough treatment program, which optimizes the outcome of each child she cares for. It is only through addressing the many factors involved in chronic TBDs that notable improvements are realized.
Diet is a key part of approaching chronic illness. Paleolithic dietary principles are often appropriate. Organic grass-fed meats, wild-caught fish, fruits, vegetables, and tree nuts are good options, whereas grains, legumes, cow dairy products, refined sugars, and processed oils are best avoided. In many cases, avoidance of gluten, cow dairy, sugar, and yeast are necessary. Individual dietary restrictions are introduced based on food-allergy testing. It is important for the child to have a diet with the least possible risk of allergic reaction, as the immune system is already overburdened and inappropriately responding.
The living environment must be carefully considered. This includes home, school or day care, car, and any other environment where the child spends time. Each of these must be evaluated for the presence of mold. Biotoxin-binding substances such as cholestyramine may be necessary. Algae and homeopathic products are often helpful. Avoidance of environments with toxic exposures is a key to recovery.
EMFs should be investigated, and every possible approach to minimizing these biologically incompatible frequencies should be implemented. This may include removing televisions, computers, and electrical toys; turning off circuit breakers in the child's bedroom at night; removing cordless phones and wireless devices from the home; and avoiding cellular phones.
Dr. Corson incorporates the concepts of German biological medicine and homotoxicology in her practice. This involves an assessment of where the patient is within six phases of disease development. The earlier stages are excretion, inflammation, and deposition. With each further stage, the disease process becomes more deeply seated in the body. As the illness progresses, it moves to the later stages, which are impregnation, degeneration, and neoplasm. Dr. Corson's goal is to identify the child's current stage and then to move him back toward the earlier stages of the homotoxicology model using the principles of German biological medicine. Restoration of patient vitality through rebuilding of vital heat and energy, or chi, is the first step.
The health and function of the extracellular matrix is of crucial significance. The matrix provides structural support to cells and is critical in both bringing nutrients into cells and supporting the removal of toxins from them. It must be cleared of biofilm formations, toxicity, and infection. Many functions in the body are supported through communication that occurs throughout the tissues in the matrix. As these are often impaired, the matrix must be a focus of treatment.
Metabolic function of the GALT is evaluated and corrected. Many children have leaky gut syndrome whereby the bowel lining has increased permeability and allows larger-than-expected particles into the bloodstream, thus creating an undesired immune response. Biofilms in the gut must be broken up while simultaneously removing infections and any dysbiotic microorganisms. The gastrointestinal tract must be repopulated with both prebiotics and probiotics in order to bring healthy balance to the bacteria. The flow of material and the mechanical activity of the digestive system must also be optimized.
It is critical for the liver to function optimally in order to return a child to wellness. There are often detoxification defects in methylation and sulfation pathways. These may be genetic in origin or acquired, but can be bypassed with appropriate therapies. Toxicity and infections both significantly affect liver function. The flow of bile and gallbladder function must be improved in order to support an effective overall detoxification program. Dr. Corson finds that the liver will often improve dramatically once the toxic load from dysfunctional intestines is removed. Thus, any attempts to improve liver function are often not successful until the toxic load of the gastrointestinal tract is addressed.
The mucosal-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) is evaluated. This includes the sinuses and the lungs. Often, biofilms present in the sinuses create a haven for infections that further stress the patient's overall system. Allergic responses are often upregulated. Head, neck, and chest lymphatics may be congested.
The function of the bone marrow is considered, given that the bone marrow is the source of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The more normal the immune cells produced by the bone marrow, the better the child's immune system can respond to the many infections and toxins present.
The CNS is a common source of symptoms for patients with Lyme disease. Dr. Corson works to lower oxidative stress, which affects the CNS. Levels of ammonia and sulfates are examined, and appropriate interventions are put in place. Both the myelin sheath and cell membranes need repair.
Various systems in the body have regulatory effects on other systems. Optimization of one system leads to beneficial effects on the other. For example, neuroimmunology is a field that looks at the interactions between the nervous system and the immune system. Neuroendocrinology considers the interactions between the nervous system and the endocrine, or hormonal, system. The neurovascular system considers how the nerves control the caliber of blood vessels. Often hypercoagulation is a factor that must be addressed in order to effectively treat chronic infections.
In managing patients with TBDs, Dr. Corson generally uses a cycle of release, provoke, release, provoke, release. She comments: "The effective management of tick-borne disease is not unlike peeling an onion. There are many layers to the problem that must be addressed over the course of the treatment."
Management ? Therapeutic Tools and Medications
There are a number of different tools that Dr. Corson uses in the management of TBDs. She finds that since many things have gone wrong in the bodies of people dealing with these diseases, it takes many different approaches and therapies to return a patient to vitality.
Spagyric homeopathic remedies and herbal medicines can be very helpful. She states: "Pekana products are incredibly magical medicines." She uses spagyric products from Energetix as well. Nestmann has a number of useful homeopathic remedies. Medications that modulate or balance the immune system are often helpful. Syntrion and San Pharma have created homeopathic preparations of metabolic products from common fungi and bacteria that regulate and modulate the immune system. Syntrion offers cellular reprogramming medicines that are incredibly effective. Nosodes from Energetix and Deseret Biologicals can be beneficial tools. Researched Nutritionals has a "wonderful range of transfer factors" that help deal with the various infections commonly present in TBD patients.
Nutritional supplementation is generally necessarily to provide the body with the building blocks to support optimal function. The nutritional supplementation aspect of the recovery program is synergistically interwoven with the homeopathic and immune-modulating medications.
A fresh organic diet with grass-fed meats and sprouted grains is recommended. In fact, "A good diet is always the first place to start," according to Dr. Corson. A multivitamin with trace minerals and magnesium serves as a foundational item. Essential fatty acids are generally required. For children, DHA, phosphatidyl serine, glycerphosphocholine (GPC), and phosphatidyl choline are most appropriate. For adolescents and adults, EPA or DHA are generally suggested.
In support of appropriate methylation, activated coenzyme forms of B vitamins such as folinic acid, methyl-B12, P5P, and even BH4 are considered. Antioxidants of all kinds are often necessary. These include vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, R-lipoic acid and specific cerebral antioxidants such as Cerebro PTC from MarcoPharma and Fibroboost from Allergy Research Group.
Specific consideration is given to mitochondrial energy production within cells and the use of specific nutrients to "resuscitate" energy-producing capabilities. These include CoQ10, NAC, acetyl-L-carnitine, D-ribose, R-lipoic acid, organic acid homochords (Lactiplus, Citiplus, and Formiplus from Pekana), and Researched Nutritionals NT Factor Energy.
Dr. Corson uses a multitude of advanced nutritional creams available from Health Pro Labs which can be highly effective, especially in children. Several that she has found to be beneficial include molybdenum, orthinine, folinic acid with TMG or folinic acid with TMG and B12, B12, CoQ10, vitamin D3, vitamin C, taurine, melatonin, GABA, GABA with theanine, R-lipoic acid, niacin, glutathione, "Cognitive Therapy," "MS," "Autistique," magnesium citrate, and magnesium sulfate.
The importance of probiotics cannot be overstated, as these are critical not only in fighting yeast infections but also in addressing pathogenic bacteria in the gut. Klaire Labs Ther-Biotic, Researched Nutritionals Prescript-Assist, MarcoPharma's Ba-Co-Flor, and Theralac are good options. Nutrients to repair the gastrointestinal tract include glutamine, Syntrion's SyCol, Tyler's Permeability Factors, deglycerinated licorice (DGL), and aloe.
Heavy metal binders include PectaSol, chlorella, Energetix's Arctic Alginate, Modifilan, BodyGuard Supreme from Supreme Nutrition Products, and Klaire Labs Interfase Plus. For removing vaccination stress, homeopathics from Energetix and Pekana are helpful.
Management ? Antimicrobial Therapies
Though Dr. Corson does not believe that allopathic medicine alone holds the keys to recovery from the complexities of TBD, she does believe that there is a place and a time for allopathic treatment options in a well-planned protocol. She follows the treatment guidelines set forth by the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) in her practice.
For the treatment of Borrelia, a cell-wall antibiotic such as a penicillin or cephalosporin along with an intracellular antibiotic such as a macrolide or tetracycline is used. Plaquenil, Flagyl, or Tindamax may be added along with a cell-wall drug and intracellular drug in order to address the cyst form of the infection.
For Bartonella, doxycycline and a macrolide drug, doxycycline and Rifampin, Bactrim and Rifampin, or a quinolone drug may be used. For Babesia, Mepron, macrolides, Plaquenil, Artemisinin, or Bactrim may be helpful. Macrolides or quinolones may be used for Mycoplasma, while macrolides or Rifampin may be used for Chlamydia.
In looking towards nonallopathic antimicrobial options, Dr. Corson utilizes many of the antimicrobial herbs from the Cowden Support Program. These include NutraMedix Cumanda, Samento, Quina, Banderol, Mora, and Enula. She incorporates homeopathic and herbal antibiotics and antivirals from numerous companies that utilize traditional Native American, South American, European, and Asian traditions to target infections such as CMV, Epstein-Barr virus, HHV-6, HSV-1, HSV-2, Mycoplasma, Babesia, and Chlamydia. The key is that all these tools are used in an integrative manner.
Beyond restoring function, using therapeutic tools, and implementing an appropriate antimicrobial strategy, Dr. Corson may suggest a number of other therapies. Cranial osteopathy is invaluable whenever there is any history of trauma. Chiropractic neurology can assist in rehabilitating the brain and rewiring neural circuits. Chiropractic care and acupuncture can be useful interventions. Lymphatic drainage via machines such as the Lymphstar Pro or through lymphatic massage can support the removal of toxic wastes. Physical exercise and rehabilitation are appropriate, but only to tolerance and only when the patient is able.
Treatment Caveats
Dr. Corson has observed a number of important caveats along the way. She believes that any child who becomes ill after a tick bite needs a full evaluation for the presence of coinfections. She further states that any child who becomes ill after a tick bite and was only treated with 3 to 4 weeks of oral antibiotics has most likely been inadequately treated. Often, inadequate treatment makes future treatment more difficult.
Neurological or neuropsychiatric symptoms are often the first and only signs of infection. They are also the most common indication of persistent infection after inadequate treatment.
It becomes clear rather quickly that the evaluation and management of TBD is a complex and evolving area of medicine. From a review of symptoms to a physical evaluation, and consideration of laboratory findings, to a restoration of function using various therapeutic tools including the incorporation of antimicrobial therapies, TBD management is far from straightforward.
Dr. Corson's son graduated from Franklin and Marshall College with honors in Philosophy last May and will be starting graduate school at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland in September. He is nearing the end of his seventh year of a successful multidisciplinary treatment for TBDs.
It takes someone with a deep passion for healing to have an impact on children and their families. Fortunately for many, that "someone" has been found in Dr. Corson.
About Dr. Corson
Dr. Corson obtained her BA in biology from Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She spent two years in graduate school at Penn State's Hershey Medical School working towards a PhD in neuroanatomy before entering medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where she earned her MD degree in 1982.
Dr. Corson did her internship in internal medicine and had residency training in neurology at the Pennsylvania Hospital before completing a residency in family practice at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania. She is board certified in the practice of family medicine and has 27 years of primary-care experience in emergency medicine, occupational health, and family practice.
Dr. Corson has been a member of ILADS since 2003. She has studied with Burrascano and Jones in their offices, thanks to grants provided by ILADS and Turn the Corner Foundation.
Her practice in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is devoted full time to the treatment of patients suffering from Lyme and associated TBDs. Working with hundreds of such patients has provided Dr. Corson with the difficult yet enlightening experience that makes her a recognized expert in the field.
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From the Townsend Letter July 2010
Amen Clinics: http://www.amenclinics.com.
Allergy Research Group: http://www.allergyresearchgroup.com.
BioResource Inc. is the importer of Pekana, Syntrion, and SanPharma: http://www.bioresourceinc.com.
Clongen Laboratories LLC: http://www.clongen.com.
Deseret Biologicals: http://www.desbio.com.
EcoNugenics (Pectasol): http://www.econugenics.com.
Energetix: www.goenergetix.com.
Fry Laboratories LLC: http://www.frylabs.com.
Health Pro Labs: http://www.healthprolabs.com.
IGeneX, Inc.: http://www.igenex.com.
Integrative Therapeutics, Inc. (Tyler): http://www.integrativeinc.com.
International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society: http://www.ilads.org.
Klaire Labs: http://www.klaire.com.
Marco Pharma International LLC: http://www.marcopharma.net.
Medical Diagnostic Laboratories LLC: http://www.mdlab.com.
Modifilan: http://www.modifilan.com.
NutraMedix: http://www.nutramedix.com.
Researched Nutritionals: http://www.researchednutritionals.com.
Supreme Nutrition Products: http://www.supremenutritionproducts.com.
Theralac: http://www.theralac.com.
Turn the Corner Foundation: http://www.turnthecorner.org.
Viesti Kirjoittaja soijuv » Ma Touko 28, 2012 11:51
157 borrelia-bakteerin aiheuttamaa aivokalvontulehdusta sairastavaa alle 10v lasta. 26%:lla esiintyi antibioottihoidosta yksi tai useampia komplikaatioita. 14:lle vaihdettiin hoito. Ongelmia alkoi esiintyä keskimäärin 11:n päivänä hoidon aloituksesta.
Treatment Complications in Children with Lyme Meningitis.
Authors: Thompson AD, Cohn KA, Shah SS, Lyons T, Welsh EJ, Hines EM, Nigrovic LE
Citation: Pediatr Infect Dis J 2012(May)
Location: 1 Division of Emergency Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Nemours, Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Jefferson Medical College, Wilmington, DE 2 Division of Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 3 Department of Medicine, Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 4 Divisions of Infectious Diseases and Hospital Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 5 Division of Infectious Diseases, The Children's Hospital Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
DOI: 10.1097/INF.0b013e31825eb3c7
BACKGROUND:The rate and type of treatment complications in children treated for Lyme meningitis have not been described.
METHODS:We performed a retrospective cohort study of children with Lyme meningitis who presented to one of three emergency departments located in Lyme disease endemic areas between 1997 and 2010. We defined a case of Lyme meningitis as a child with cerebrospinal fluid pleocytosis and either positive Lyme serology or an erythema migrans rash. We identified prescribed treatment and reasons for all return visits. Our primary outcome was the presence of any treatment complication within 30 days of diagnosis.
RESULTS:We identified 157 patients with Lyme meningitis with a median age of 10 years [interquartile range (IQR), 7-13 years]. Of the 149 children with Lyme meningitis and available follow-up records, 39 (26%) had one or more complications and 21 (14%) required a change in prescribed antibiotic therapy. The median time for developing the first complication was 11 days (IQR, 9 to 14 days). Ten percent of the patients had an adverse drug reaction. Of the 144 children who had a peripherally-inserted central catheter (PICC) placed, 25 (17%) had at least one PICC-associated complication: 14 (10%) had a mechanical problem, 11 (8%) had an infectious complication, and one (1%) had a venous thromboembolism.
CONCLUSIONS:As current Lyme meningitis treatment regimens have substantial associated morbidity, future research should investigate the efficacy of alternate regimens.
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Arthropoda is the largest phylum with about nine lakh species. They may be aquatic, terrestrial or even parasitic. They have jointed appendages and a chitinous exoskeleton.
This phylum includes several large classes and contains the class Insecta which itself represents a major portion of the animal species in the world. They possess the ability to survive in every habitat.
Arthropoda Characteristics
The arthropoda characteristics are mentioned below:
The body is triploblastic, segmented, and bilaterally symmetrical.
They exhibit organ system level of organization.
The body is divided into head, thorax, and abdomen.
Their body has jointed appendages which help in locomotion.
The coelomic cavity is filled with blood.
They have an open circulatory system.
The head bears a pair of compound eyes.
The exoskeleton is made of chitin.
The terrestrial Arthropods excrete through Malpighian tubules while the aquatic ones excrete through green glands or coaxal glands.
They are unisexual and fertilization is either external or internal.
They have a well-developed digestive system.
They respire through the general body surface or trachea.
They contain sensory organs like hairs, antennae, simple and compound eyes, auditory organs, and statocysts.
Classification of Phylum Arthropoda
The classification of phylum arthropoda are as follows:
They are aquatic, terrestrial, or parasitic.
The head is fused with the thorax region known as the cephalothorax.
Respiration occurs through gills or general body surface.
The body is covered by a single large carapace.
They possess two pairs of antennae and five pairs of appendages.
They excrete through green glands or antennal glands.
They have a pair of compound eyes and gonopores.
Development is indirect. Larval stage is present.
Eg., Daphnia, Palaemon
The subphylum Crustacea is divided into six classes-
Branchiopoda
Remipedia
Chephlocarida
Maxillopoda
Malacostraca
These are mostly terrestrial.
The body is elongated with numerous segments.
The head is provided with antennae, two pairs of jaws, and a pair of simple eyes.
They contain numerous legs.
The upper lip of the mouth contains epistome and labrum, and the lower lip contains a pair of maxillae.
A pair of mandibles is present inside the mouth.
They respire by trachea and excretion occurs by Malpighian tubules.
Eg., Julus, Scolopendra
The subphylum Myriapoda is divided into the following classes:
Chilopoda
Diplopoda
Pauropoda
Symphyla
They are mostly terrestrial.
The body is differentiated into head, thorax, and abdomen.
Head bears a pre-segmental acron.
The thorax is divided into three segments.
The abdomen has 7-11 segments.
They have three pair of appendages.
It has a pair of compound eyes
They respire through gills and trachea.
Malpighian tubules are the excretory organ.
Development is indirect, and the larval stage is present.
Eg., Tabernus, Mosquitoes, Ants.
The subphylum Hexapoda is divided into two classes:
They are mostly found on land.
The body is differentiated into cephalothorax and abdomen.
Antennae are absent.
The abdomen is divided into 13 segments.
It has four pairs of interior appendages.
They respire through trachea or gills.
The Malpighian tubules help in excretion.
Eg., Aramea, Limulus
The subphylum Chelicerata is divided into the following classes:
Merostomata
Pycnogonida
These are small-sized, terrestrial arthropods.
The body is divided into segments.
Excretion occurs through nephridia.
They respire through the trachea.
Eg., Paripatus
Trilobitomorpha
These are primitive arthropods and are extinct.
They were found in abundance during the Paleozoic era.
The body was divided into three lobes- one median and two lateral lobes.
Head bore a pair of compound eyes and a pair of antennae.
There was no structural differentiation of the body parts.
The body was divided into head, thorax and pygidium.
Appendages are biramous.
The subphylum had only one class- Trilobita
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Why is the name arthropods given?
The term “arthropod” means “jointed legs”. The phylum included invertebrates with an exoskeleton and jointed legs, hence named, arthropoda.
What are the important characteristics of arthropoda?
The important characteristics of arthropoda include:
They possess an exoskeleton.
They have jointed appendages.
Their body is segmented.
They are bilaterally symmetrical.
They possess an open circulatory system.
Which animals fall under the phylum arthropoda?
Spiders, centipedes, mites, crabs, ticks, lobsters, scorpions, shrimp, are some of the animals found in phylum arthropoda.
How did the arthropods evolve?
It is believed that the arthropods evolved from the same root as the annelids. The three lineages of arthropods are believed to have evolved independently from a common ancestor.
How did the arthropods adapt to land?
The early arthropods evolved adaptations such as tracheae for breathing. They also developed exoskeleton that prevents the skin of the animals from drying and provides support in case of buoyant water.
When did the first arthropods evolve?
According to fossil records, the first arthropods are believed to have evolved 545 million years ago. Scorpions, centipedes and millipedes were the first arthropods to have adapted to dry land.
Why is arthropoda the largest phylum?
Phylum arthropoda includes 80% species of animals. These species evolved certain adaptive features over the years to survive the changing climatic conditions and form the largest phylum in the animal kingdom.
Name the largest arthropod.
The coconut crab, Birgus latro, is the largest arthropod on land. It is also a crustacean.
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Title language
Even if I have set the 'Title display country' in the full web settings to 'Original', I still see titles in my local country language (Czech) in my Android app when signed in, with usage of device location off or even set manually to US. The settings of the title display country affects only the full web display.
Lukáš Veselý
Claire, Official Rep
Thank you for your message, Lukáš.
The Android app uses your system language preferences for titles, so to see the titles in English, please set your tablet's language to English.
The in-app settings only control the language of the labels inside the app.
Please let us know if we can offer any further assistance.
Thank you for your reply, Claire. I guess I need more your assistance:
How can I set my device, app or any other settings to see original titles in my Android app? I mean German movies with German titles, Korean movies with Korean titles etc. so original ones. Otherwise I'd say it doesn't work as the 'international' movie db :-)
Hello Lukáš,
Please know that you always have the option to view all alternate titles for a title under "Also Known As" in the Details section (for example: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/releaseinfo?ref_=tt_dt_dt#akas). Additionally, the title page will also list the original title directly underneath the title in your device's preferred language at the top of the title page.
For further assistance changing the language settings of your device, please refer to your phone manufacturer's customer support.
Hi, if you're still talking about Android app, then I guess there is a bug https://getsatisfaction.com/imdb/topics/there-is-no-way-to-see-the-original-title-in-the-android-app
berkers
Dear Claire, I do live in Germany and have the same problem with the android app. I'd like to use and see the titles as well only in English. An option in the app settings to set all language used incl. the titles to English would be a good solution. Changing the language settings of my phone or tablet is not very user friendly. Would be great if you could address this to the app development team. Thank you.
Anwar Llillo Cronopio Yunes Guzmán
Yes, it should have an option on the app preferences to change language of titles and the app itself. My main language its spanish, and Its a bit ridiculous that all the titles are translated but not the texts, also movie names (in spanish) change from one country to another. Very annoying feature.
I just want an all english app with original movie titles, both on android/iOS and web.
It seems solved. The app works as I expect in this matter.
This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled There is no way to see the original title in the Android app.
I still fail when looking for original title in the Android app. There is only the title in my device's preferred language. I was told that:
- I can view all alternate titles for a title under "Also Known As" in the Details section. But my app has no Details section or Also Known As section (or I can't find it).
- The original title should be visible directly underneath the title. But there is only one localized title (no original one seen).
Reference: https://getsatisfaction.com/imdb/topics/title-language-1y2mcbfxwsoax?topic-reply-list%5Bsettings%5D%...
So I consider this is a bug.
stgmax
The same problem on my PC (Firefox). I have set it to "U.S." and "English", but I still see some titles in my native language! I hate that! I want to see their original (usually English) titles!
The setting seems to have no effect.
Sorry for the inconvenience. This is a known issue and it is tricky to provide the best experience due to the way we store some of the information about original titles and local titles.
Until we have a full solution, our recommendation is to go to your site settings at https://www.imdb.com/preferences/general and on the menu "Title display country" please choose "Original" which is the first item on the menu. This will block the localization of titles which should improve things, even though there will still be some issues.
Thanks Col for your reply. Unfortunately, it helps only at desktop, not in the android app. There are still localized titles even with the said setting.
korg250
This issue was still not fixed. What is the reason that you can show the original title in the desktop version and not in the app? I will not use the app because of that!
Zalton
Regarding the desktop version: I think the reason why some titles still appear in the native language based on the IP address (even though the country and language are both set to US and English) is simply because there is no US title available.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2140203/releaseinfo?ref_=tt_dt_dt#akas
You can see that there is no US version. In this case the site switches automatically to the title based on the IP. There is however a "World-wide (English title)", but unfortunately that can not be selected as "Title display country/region".
So there you go, the solution would be simple: add an option "World-wide (English title)" to the title display menu and there would be no issues (with the desktop app at least).
It seems solved. It's working as expected.
Gary Dodson
It used to be possible to display the original title plus the English title underneath. I can't recreate this setting now. If I choose United States as country/region I see only the English title, and if I choose "original" country/region I see the title only in the original language. My language setting is always English but that seems to have no effect. In fact some titles are displayed in Italian apparently because IMDB overrides my preferences based on my IP. This was supposed to be corrected in 2018 - two weeks left...
Beckett Skye
How hard is it to display titles based on order of preference/precedence?
#1. Original title
#2: 1st User's preferred-language title( in case the original title isn't in their preferred-language)
#3: 2nd User's preferred-language title( in case the title doesn't have option #2 language), and so on.
I've been waiting for years for this feature.
Exp: When i look at a french movie page I want to see 1. its original French title and 2. my preferred-language title (English). If there is no English title for this movie then it displays my 2nd preferred-language title (whatever I, the user, sets to) and so on - or doesn't display the 2nd title at all if the user doesn't set the preferred-language title setting yet.
tom.elkrider
This issue still persists.
The titles are obviously coded to display the language of the user's location (IP). Totally rendering the option to manually change it useless. Only by using a VPN to mask your location to another country, you get titles in the language attached to that particular location.
This needs to be fixed.
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NBA Free Agency 2019: Making the case for where Jimmy Butler should sign
Butler is expected to sign a max deal wherever he lands. Should he run things back with the 76ers or move on elsewhere to establish a new power?
By Gilbert McGregor and Kyle Irving
Butler is one of the biggest free agents in the 2019 class (NBA Getty Images) https://images.daznservices.com/di/library/NBA_Global_CMS_image_storage/cb/4d/jimmy_sb5cwpdlo62y1p95f6xxoidy2.jpg?t=-1796348461&w=500
After declining his player option for the upcoming season, Jimmy Butler is an unrestricted free agent.
Butler, 29, is coming off of one of the more interesting seasons of his eight-year NBA career. After 10 games with Minnesota, he was traded to Philadelphia where he would form a Big 3 alongside All-Stars Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. It would eventually become a Big 4 when the Sixers acquired Tobias Harris ahead of the trade deadline.
In Philly, Butler would become the team's go-to guy in clutch situations and average 18.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 55 regular-season games. In the postseason, Butler averaged 19.4 points, 6.1 rebounds and 5.2 assists over 12 games while the Sixers came within one win of making the Eastern Conference Finals.
Should he return to Philly, Butler could sign a five-year deal worth roughly $190 million while a max deal elsewhere would be four years and worth roughly $140 million.
If he stays, the Sixers again will be a favourite to come out of the Eastern Conference. Should he decide to sign elsewhere, he would immediately bring his new team to another tier.
What should Butler do? Let's make the case for a few options.
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The 76ers came excruciatingly close to advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals - it was literally a matter of a few bounces that lifted the Raptors in Game 7 of the semifinal round.
After coming within a few plays of defeating the eventual champions, why not run it back?
With another year of experience under their belts and the sting of the Game 7 fuelling them, this Sixers team would again be a top-three team in the Eastern Conference should Butler re-sign. Last season was a scramble, as Philadelphia was forced to get accustomed to playing with one another on the fly while continuously making roster moves and fighting through injury in the process.
The Sixers' postseason starting unit of Butler, Embiid, Simmons, Harris and JJ Redick only had 10 regular-season tuneups; although Harris and Redick are also free agents, a Big 3 of Butler, Embiid and Simmons is just as talented as any trio in the league.
By remaining intact, the Sixers trio would have training camp and the majority of the 82-game season to develop more on-court chemistry and develop clearer roles regarding who gets the ball and when. Butler and Embiid have displayed great chemistry off the court and Simmons will continue to come into his own as a playmaker and distributor.
With free agency decisions looming for other Eastern Conference contenders (Kawhi Leonard, Khris Middleton, Kyrie Irving), the Sixers retaining Butler could potentially make them the preseason favourite.
There's no place like home.
Butler, a native of nearby Tomball, TX, would not only have the opportunity to return to his roots in joining the Rockets, he would also be joining a team with a legitimate shot to compete for an NBA title.
Things change quickly in the NBA; after it had appeared the Rockets window as serious contenders had closed, the unfortunate and untimely injuries of Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson put a halt to the Golden State Warriors dynasty. In addition to their injuries, both Durant and Thompson could leave via free agency; essentially, the Western Conference is wide open regardless of what they do.
Due to cap constraints, it will be tricky for the Rockets to acquire Butler but reports have emerged that Houston is exploring potential sign-and-trade transactions to add him to its roster.
Should Butler join the Rockets, he would form a solid trio alongside MVP runner-up James Harden and Chris Paul. While Paul will be 34 for the better part of the 2019-20 season, adding Butler would relieve much of the pressure that negatively impacted the point guard's performance in the 2019 postseason.
Butler's ability to create on the offensive end would make things more difficult for defences, who would now have to game plan to focus on he and Harden, who has led the league in scoring for the past two seasons. On the defensive end, Butler would be able to key in on the prolific wing scorers that some of the league's elite teams possess.
It's somewhat of a long shot, but the intrigue of a lineup featuring Paul, Harden and Butler is enough to make things more interesting in a Western Conference that may be undergoing a power shift.
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Along with LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Butler would round out one of the most talented Big 3s in the NBA.
After reports surfaced that the Lakers would move Isaac Bonga, Jemerrio Jones and Moe Wagner to clear cap space, an additional report came out saying that Anthony Davis would waive the $4.0M trade kicker in his contract, meaning the Lakers could offer Butler the max contract he desires.
As mentioned already, the uncertainty surrounding Golden State essentially means the Western Conference is as wide open as it has ever been and regardless who joins other Western Conference teams, a roster that has LeBron, AD and Butler would likely be the favourite to win the West and the title.
Things could get tricky with three wing-oriented players (Butler, James and Kyle Kuzma) but the talent and basketball IQ present in that locker room would be more than enough to figure things out by the midway point of the season. On the defensive end, Butler and Davis alone is a scary duo and while LeBron will turn 35 next season, he still has the IQ and fundamentals on the defensive end to make plays when the team needs it most.
The scary part about Butler joining the Lakers would be the fact that they would have multiple guys on their roster that have shown the ability to step up in the clutch and make big plays. Opposing teams would be on their heels all game long and would often find themselves in compromising positions when deciding who - and who not to - to give the bulk of their attention to on the defensive end.
Butler would be an interesting option for the Clippers, who are trying to lure in two max contract players.
If they could get Butler to commit, it'll be easier to get another big-named free agent to commit. Butler is coming off of a postseason that essentially earned him the right to demand a max contract. He put out gutsy performance after gutsy performance to keep the 76ers alive and running as long as possible, and he could have led them to an NBA title should a few bounces have gone their way.
Butler proved he's more than capable of being a No. 2 option on a team that's competing for a championship, and the Clippers are already deeper than the 76ers were. They're bringing back a handful of young talent in guys like Montrezl Harrell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Landry Shamet. Lou Williams continues to somehow get better at scoring with age and Danilo Gallinari is an extremely solid fourth option if you're trying to make a playoff push.
If the Clippers can get Butler and another max player - whether it's Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant or Klay Thompson - they'll have as good a shot as anyone in the West to reach The Finals. That would have to be a year down the road if it's Durant or Thompson, but if that's the case, it'll be worth the wait.
Butler would be a great first domino down to try and recruit a second superstar to the Clippers.
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The Nets were reportedly on a short list of Butler's desired teams when it initially became clear that he wanted to move on from Minnesota prior to last season. Brooklyn is unique in that it has the cap flexibility to bring in two players on max contracts without sacrificing the structure of its roster.
That structure?
A young, talented, scrappy team that features the likes of rookies Nic Claxton (20) and Jaylen Hands (20), Dzanan Musa (20), Jarrett Allen (21), Rodions Kurucs (21), Caris Levert (24) and Spencer Dinwiddie (26). 23-year-old D'Angelo Russell is a restricted free agent but led the Nets to the playoffs in 2019 after registering the best season of his four-year career. Russell could stay and continue to build alongside a young crop of talent or bring in more assets in a potential sign-and-trade.
Butler saw this Nets team exceed expectations firsthand as he and the Sixers were tested in their first-round series with the Nets, though they would eventually advance in five games.
Despite all of the talent already on the roster, this team clearly missed having the guy, and Butler could fit that role perfectly. With his experience and ability to step up in the game's most crucial moments Butler would take this team to another level.
Let's not forget that Brooklyn still could bring another All-Star type player in addition to Butler and Kyrie Irving is a name that has been linked to the Nets in numerous reports. The two won a gold medal together at the 2016 Olympics and are said to have a solid relationship; with Butler and Irving a 1-2 punch, talent alone makes this Nets team very scary in the Eastern Conference, and a favourite depending on how other free agent chips fall.
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September 9, 2008 / 9:28 PM / 11 years ago
Dollar drops with commodities, stocks
John McCrank
TORONTO (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar fell more than half a cent against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday as commodity prices weakened, leading to Toronto stocks taking a drubbing and a drop in demand for the currency to buy Canadian assets.
Bond prices rose on a safe haven bid as Canadian stocks fell sharply on the commodity slump, causing 30-year government bond yields to touch a record low.
The Canadian unit closed the North American session at C$1.0706 to the U.S. dollar, or 93.41 U.S. cents, down from C$1.0647 to the U.S. dollar, or 93.92 U.S. cents, at Monday’s close.
Canada is a major exporter of commodities and a recent downturn in the commodity cycle has weighed heavily on its markets.
The price of U.S. crude oil is down almost 30 percent from the record high above $147 a barrel it hit in July, and gold is sitting at a three-week low of $776 an ounce, well off the record high of $1,030.80 an ounce it hit in March.
The Toronto Stock Exchange closed the session down 487.88 points, led by a 6.5 percent fall in the energy sector and a 8.2 percent fall in the materials sector.
The TSX has fallen 20 percent from the record high reached in June, and that is hurting Canada’s currency, said Shane Enright, currency strategist at CIBC World Markets.
“We have seen some interest from some of the real money players to switch out of the Canadian asset market and into the U.S. asset market and that’s been reflected in the TSX and I think it’s been reflected in the lagged Canadian dollar performance,” he said.
BOND PRICES RALLY
Canadian bond prices rose in a safe haven bid as investors sought more secure assets amid the market turmoil.
“Equities are down across the board, you’ve got credit worries across the board and financial system worries, so that’s driving everything,” said Mark Chandler, fixed income strategist at RBC Capital Markets.
Bonds had started the session lower as some stronger-than-expected Canadian housing data gave more reason to believe that the Bank of Canada would not need to cut interest rates any time soon to spur economic growth.
Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corp said housing starts rose 13 percent in August to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 211,000 units from 186,500 units in July.
The two-year bond rose 8 Canadian cents to C$100.10 to yield 2.703 percent, while the 10-year rose 18 Canadian cents to C$106.50 to yield 3.456 percent.
The yield spread between the two-year and 10-year bond was 76.8 basis points, up from 73.3 basis points at the previous close.
The 30-year bond gained 21 Canadian cents to C$118.21 for a yield of 3.935 percent, a record low. In the United States, the 30-year Treasury yielded 4.178 percent.
The three-month when-issued T-bill yielded 2.42 percent, unchanged from the previous close.
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March 27, 2019 / 9:22 PM / 10 months ago
Prince Charles mixes mojitos, grinds sugar cane on last day of Cuba trip
Nelson Acosta
HAVANA (Reuters) - His wife may have had some initial reservations about Cuban cuisine, but Prince Charles was so enchanted that he asked for some black bean croquettes to take away with him at a tasting session during the British royals’ historic trip to Communist-run Cuba.
Britain's Prince Charles presses sugar cane to make juice during a visit to a paladar, a private restaurant, in Havana, Cuba March 27, 2019. REUTERS/Phil Noble
The heir to the British throne and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla, also ground sugar cane for juice and prepared mojitos on Wednesday in one of the private restaurants that have flourished in Havana since Cuba started opening up its economy to free enterprise.
Their three-day trip to Cuba was tacked onto their Caribbean tour of former and current British territories at the request of the UK government. The visit underscores warming relations between Britain and Cuba, even as the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to isolate the Cuban government.
“The prince took some (croquettes) to eat on the plane and I gave him the recipe because he said it was one of the things that he had most enjoyed in Cuba,” said Sahily Romero, 44, the owner of the restaurant Paladar Rita y Champagne.
Hers was one of several restaurants that contributed to the buffet held on the couple’s last day in Cuba, showcasing dishes from Cuban cuisine that blends native, European, African and Caribbean flavors.
Classic Cuban dishes include “ropa vieja” (literally, ‘old clothes’) or shredded meat and “moros y cristianos,” a reference to the medieval battle between Islamic Moors and Christian Spaniards and used to designate rice and black beans.
But the restaurant owners also used those to inspire more modern fusion dishes - like the black bean croquettes.
“It was very emblematic that the prince prepared his own ‘guarapo’ juice, grinding sugar cane,” said Lis Cuesta Peraza, the wife of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, who works for the state tourism agency Paradiso. “We feel proud.”
Camilla made headlines ahead of the visit, reportedly saying she was not so sure about Cuban food, prompting the British embassy to organize the event.
Many Cubans feel their country has lost much of its culinary heritage due to food shortages resulting from central planning and financial restrictions, and uniformity in a state-run economy.
Cuba started opening up its economy to free enterprise in the 1990s, following the fall of benefactor the Soviet Union, which some say has led to an improvement in restaurant menus.
Private restaurants are now flourishing in Havana, although their owners complain about not being able to access wholesale markets or officially import. Many bring ingredients in their suitcases from trips abroad or hire others to do so.
After the tasting, Charles visited Cuba’s biotech hub and met with scientists conducting joint research with UK institutions, while Camilla visited Cuba’s national equestrian center.
The royal couple then departed to the last stop on their Caribbean tour, the Cayman Islands.
Reporting by Nelson Acosta; writing by Sarah Marsh; Editing by Rosalba O'Brien
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The self-styled ‘viola player and composer’ Rebecca Clarke (b. Harrow, England, 1886; d. New York City, 1979) played violin until her composition teacher, Sir Charles Stanford, urged her to shift over to the viola because then she would be ‘right in the middle of the sound, and can tell how it's all done. ’ The viola became basis of Clarke's world-wide career as a soloist and as a partner in chamber music with many of the greatest artists of the early twentieth century, including Schnabel, Casals, Thibaud, Rubinstein, Grainger, Hess, Monteux, and Szell.
Clarke's compositional output was brilliant out of all proportion to its bulk (about 100 works, including juvenilia). Her Viola Sonata and Piano Trio are often played and recorded, and are now generally regarded as masterpieces. Her mature songs – perhaps her finest body of work, running the gamut from Blakean simplicity to brutal tragedy to outright farce — are also widely performed and recorded. Her choral and vocal-ensemble music was virtually unknown until publication of her Ave Maria and Chorus from Shelley's ‘Hellas’, but has since been performed and recorded. Several of her shorter instrumental chamber pieces, especially Morpheus, Two Pieces for Viola (or Violin) and Cello, and Prelude, Allegro, and Pastorale, have been performed, recorded, and broadcast worldwide.
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Donkey, The
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Passacaglia On An Old English...
Tiger, The
Cortege
Aspidistra, The
There Is No Rose
Three Irish Country Songs
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Come Oh Come My Life's De...
June Twilight
Phillis On The New Made Hay
Tailor And His Mouse, The
It Was A Lover And His Lass
Midsummer Moon
Seal Man, The
Chinese Puzzle
Sonata for viola and piano
Down By The Salley Gardens
Philomela
Infant Joy
Cloths Of Heaven, The
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31 Songs For Halloween - October 24th: “Wolves, Lower”
Each day this month, I’ll be spotlighting a song that seems particularly appropriate for the season.
The lyrics for R.E.M.’s “Wolves, Lower” won’t send chills down your spine or put you in a festive, Halloween party mood. Kicking off with the odd command, “Suspicion yourself, suspicion yourself, don’t get caught,” these lyrics don’t do much of anything. There’s some talk of a corner garden, a house in order, and wilder lower wolves, but what it all means is anyone’s guess. It’s the way vocalist Michael Stipe invokes these cryptic images, and the jangling guitar-driven arrangement that make “Wolves, Lower,” from the 1982 Chronic Town EP, such a haunting experience. I still remember how the song grabbed my attention the first time I heard it on WXRT. Back then, everything R.E.M. did seemed shrouded in mystery, including their dimly lit live performances that evoked a campfire ambience. That elusive spirit carried over to the next release, Murmur, particularly on murky songs like “Pilgrimage” and “Perfect Circle.” It was like The Byrds had formed a cult and were conjuring music out in the kudzu-infested fields of Athens, Georgia. R.E.M. quickly became a college radio sensation by reinventing 1960s folk rock, and they would move on to world-wide acclaim and greatly influence countless new bands. So as we celebrate Halloween, here’s a tip of the witch hat to R.E.M. for all the years they’ve kept us in the dark.
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31 Songs For Halloween - October 17th: “Darkness”
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The Comics Multiverse
The REBIRTH of the DC Universe (Part 2): Primer
By Chad A. Burdette on June 3, 2016 at 8:35 AM
I remember back when the New52 Universe began in 2011, Dan Didio went on record many times saying that The New52 was the new (and only) Universe and there was no back door to reverse it or where there plans to go back to the Post-Crisis on Infinite Earths/ pre- Flashpoint Universe.
Now one of a few things must have been going on:
Didio believed that the New52 would bring new readers into comics given the updating of the classic characters and the new status quo for the DC Universe would become permanent . Personally, I think the opposite happened, by ending of the long-running titles many older readers saw a perfect place to step away
My New Coke Theory: They decided to try some new and different, with plans of eventually returning to the more classic versions of the characters…It would be a big risk but five years of a title gave them 52 issues… and DC Comics fans know that 52 is a special number when it comes to DC Universe History.
The REBIRTH’ing of the DCU was not a planned event but Johns, the skilled writer he is, is crafting the REBIRTH out of plot points out of his past DC work and making these new events fit into the things that happened in the gutters or off panel. Returning the characters to a more classic version is DC’s why of realizing that they messed up but instead of rebooting the whole
Part of me wants to believe that the NEW COKE Theory was the plan all along, but it is more likely that option 3 is what is really happening.
Instead of jumping right into the REBIRTH Special I thought it best to provide some background information, so as my discussion and theory for what happens next is clearer. The REBIRTH Special does give enough back story that new and older readers could pick it up and easily follow it, I think that a more detailed background will add a richer context to my dissection.
What You Should Know:
In the simplest terms and as linear as possible , I tried to hit the high points of the DC Universe. I did not include events that may have happened within the individual time frames such as Convergence, Trinity War, 5 Years Later, and the DCYou which make up the New52 Era.
The New52 Universe was younger than the previous iteration: not everything that has happened before the New52 has played out yet, or has done so in a different way.
Love the homage to one of the best stories…
This was only confused by the fact that Green Lantern and Batman carried over so much of their mythology when the New 52 launched, there was a sense that everything that was carried over happened during the “missing” five years between Justice League #1 and the rest of the New 52’s launch.
The “Missing” Five Years of the New52
The “Missing” five years was a common occurrence across all the NEw52 titles when they started. Heroes, Villians, and histories had already been established
In fact, the “missing” five years also plays an important role in the other DCYou title, Titans Hunt which found the original Teen Titans remembering that they used to be a team but none of them know why.
The only characters who really remember the Convergence event are pre-Flashpoint Superman and Hal Jordan/Parallax. As far as I can remember Booster Gold or Rip Hunter have yet to show up post-Convergence
Results of the Convergence Event
This is only more complicated by the outcome of the Convergence event which resulted in a different outcome to the Crisis On Infinite Earths, as a result of that the pre-Crisis on Infinite Earths versions of Supergirl and The Flash — who had originally been depicted as having died in that battle — survive with the assistance of the post-Crisis Superman and Hal Jordan/Parallax. The Pre-Flashpoint Superman (see Supermen? section below) and Hal Jordan/Parallax ( in Teleos and Green Lantern) have both shown up in the post-Convergence Era.
Superman: Lois and Clark #1
So in a way, I was correct with my theory… I just binged the whole Superman: Lois & Clark last week right before reading REBIRTH
My poor attempt at a Rip Hunter-esqse Chalkboard to explain my REBIRTHer) Theory from earlier this theory earlier this year
My only question is how did this change the timeline of the DC Universe (this is a question crossed my mind after reading the REBIRTH Special the second time). What is known is that the Flashpoint event did happen.
Flashpoint:
The Flashpoint was the event, written by Geoff Johns and penciled by Andy Kubert, which radically changes the status quo for the DC Universe leading into the 2011 relaunch of the DC Universe, The New 52.
The basic premise is that Barry Allen has returned to the DC Universe after Final Crisis and is still haunted by the fact that Reverse-Flash (Eobard Thawne) goes back in time and kills his mother. Barry goes back and saves his mother but unknowingly alters the timeline creating a much different DC Universe. During the climax of Flashpoint, Professor Zoom reveals to him that the “Flashpoint” timeline was actually a result of Barry traveling back in time to stop Zoom from killing his mother. Now knowing the point of divergence, the Flash restores the timeline by traveling back in time, Barry merges with his earlier self during the attempt to stop Thawne.
The result of all this is the New52 Universe a combination of three different timelines — DC (New Earth), Vertigo (Earth-13), and WildStorm (Earth-50). A mysterious hooded figure (later revealed to be a cursed immortal Pandora) tells him that the world was split into three to weaken them for an impending threat, and must now be reunited to combat it.
The season 2 finale, ‘The Race of His Life,’ revisits the idea of Barry saving his mother from the Reverse-Flash – and sees his season 1 self-disappear, indicating a massive change to the continuity of the series. Will THE FLASH television show follow similar story beats and is this the premise of the rumored ARROW, THE FLASH, LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE, and SUPERGIRL (now on the CW) mega crossover? I mean being in the same universe (except Supergirl) could it be how this is resolved?
Supermen?
In the post Convergence DC Universe there are two Clark Kent Supermans. There is the New52 Superman, whose identity was revealed, had his powers stolen by Vandel Savage, and was in a romantic relationship with Wonder Woman. The second Superman is the Pre-Flashpoint Superman who was pulled out of time and part of the Convergence story, where he and Lois have a son, who they name Johnathan. Post-Convergence, the Pre-Flashpoint Superman (PF Supes), Lois and their son find themselves in a Universe and Earth not their own, apparently they have been there since the beginning of the New52 Universe, as it is shown that PF Superman almost intervened in the first Darkseid invasion.
Living under new names PFSupes continues to do the whole superhero thing but under the radar while Lois, under the pseudonym of Author X, attempt to bring down INTERGANG, all the time trying to raise young Jonathan.
It is not until the final issue of Superman#52, that PFSupes reveals himself to the New52 Superman, telling Batman and Wonder Woman that he will seek them out in the near future when he is ready.
Not only does this explain what Superman (New52) has gone through but also tells the order of events: Darkseid War -> TRUTH -> and Rao in Brian Hitch’s JLA
Over the next few posts, I will probably refer to some of the events or timeline mentioned above and will do my best not to go completely into too much crazy detail…but you never know.
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Family-Friendly Hidden San Diego: Del Mar
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When researching our trip, most articles I found on Del Mar began with “Del Mar is more than it’s racetrack or fairgrounds…” But when I arrived in the Village of Del Mar after cresting over Del Mar Heights Road, revealing the sweeping blue vistas of the stunning sea, tracks and fairs were the farthest thing from my mind. The Pacific Ocean took center stage and remained the showstopper throughout our weekend getaway.
Known as the Village By the Sea, Del Mar has a French Riviera-feel with its walkable town, friendly shop owners, and a sight of the ocean wherever one roams. The farmer’s market pops up every Saturday from 1 to 4, and the beaches become a meeting place for the whole town with events such as weddings, community picnics, and doggie dates (there’s a beach called Dog Beach, for goodness sake!). Nestled between the upscale La Jolla to the south and fun surf towns like Solano Beach and Carlsbad to the North, Del Mar is a family-friendly town that is a hidden jewel of San Diego.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Great Attractions and Activities
The main highlight of our stay in Del mar was the beaches of course. Torrey Pines State Beach and Reserve, located a few miles south of town, is magnificent. With accessible hikes for most ages (even if my 6-year-old complained a little), this reserve is a must-do. Park at the top, peruse the Lodge/Ranger Station (be sure to talk to the helpful docents about the area), stroll a couple of hikes at the top that have a panoramic view of the ocean the entire time, and take the stairs down to the beach at Flat Rock to end your time by dipping toes in the refreshing water.
We also hit Powerhouse Park a couple of times in Del Mar that has both a park structure and access to the beach where my son found old cement remnants to turn into “forts.” North of Powerhouse is Del Mar City Beach that has a lifeguard station and is good sand for castle building. Dog Beach (also known as North Beach), is where your furry friend can go to play off leash and with tons of other energetic canines running in and out of the ocean. The 10th Annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon takes place later this year with over 80 dogs competing for the best wave.
A new feature to the village is the historic walking tour through town. With a smart phone or tablet, pedestrians can scan codes on plaques located on buildings such as the Del Mar Library or L’Auberge Del Mar, and learn about prominent early residents including “I Love Lucy’s” Lucille Ball.
Since the Del Mar Fairgrounds are notorious, I’d be remiss to not include all that is happening there (and boy, is there a lot going on!). Trekaroo families rave about the San Diego County Fair (formerly known as the Del Mar Fair), with their old-school fair attractions such as livestock, rides, carnival games, and of course, fair food. This fair is the fourth-largest fair in North America, and takes place June 5-July 5, 2015. This year’s theme is “A Fair to Remember,” and it “commemorates the centennial anniversary of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition held in San Diego and the great historical traditions of World’s Fairs.”
Happening in September, the Kaaboo Del Mar is a concert with more than 100 musical acts on seven stages. This year headlining? No Doubt! Isn’t it time we introduce our kids to the group that got many of us through college?
Located just a ten-minute walk from the center of town, Hotel Indigo is a fun, family-friendly hotel that takes full advantage of its prime view location. Their twi Queen beds, ocean view room comes complete with a two-burner stove, sink, mini fridge, and microwave. Our room overlooked one of the two pools on location and I found every reason to sit out on our balcony and stare at the sparkling sea until my kids pulled me down to the pool. There is the Ocean View Bar and Grill located in the lobby, so after a full day in the sun, if going out seems too much, stay in and dine steps away.
There are quite a few delicious places to eat in Del Mar. We are a big breakfast food family, so for our first morning in town, we tried the (relatively) new Americana Restaurant. The coffee was delicious and abundant (these things are important to me), the server worked around my picky kid’s order, and even the owner/chef came out to talk to us (always a plus in my book). For lunch or dinner, Smashburger in the Del Mar Plaza fits the bill for beach-exhausted, kid-friendly fare. Also for breakfast, Snooze in the Del Mar Highlands Town Center is a delight. Hipsterish and inventive, this AM eatery has board games at the ready and a creative kid’s menu.
Del Mar is located close enough to Carlsbad off the 5, that it would be a good landing-place if LEGOLAND is on your itinerary. There are also The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch nearby (open seasonally), and for your aquatic adventurer, surf lessons may be a great addition to a weekend at the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed an afternoon in Solana Beach the same weekend. There’s Fletcher Cove Beach Park, a fun park overlooking the ocean with walk down access to the beach, the original Pizza Port for lunch, and my tweener loved the shops in the Leaping Lotus Market on Cedros Ave.
Watch a video of our stay in Del Mar:
Disclosure: We were invited guests of Hotel Indigo. All opinions are my own.
Janel Murray is Trekaroo's Assistant Blog Editor and video go-to-gal. Her passion for travel and capturing it on film, pushes her to try and do new things along with her two children. Janel is game for most anything, but if it truly is a game, she will try to win it. Read more about her adventures at her personal blog WomanInTravel.com
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On the Houston Church Subpoena Situation
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I’m assuming that you are familiar with the situation in Houston, Texas. If not, to be brief, the city of Houston has subpoenaed sermons, emails, and other materials from area pastors. More on that in the two articles cited below. It’s a complex situation that revolves around the city’s “HERO” ordinance. Still, what has apparently depends entirely on whom one reads.
The Alliance Defending Freedom description of the situation includes this statement:
City officials are upset over a voter lawsuit filed after the city council rejected valid petitions to repeal a law that allows members of the opposite sex into each other’s restrooms. ADF attorneys say the city is illegitimately demanding that the pastors, who are not party to the lawsuit, turn over their constitutionally protected sermons and other communications simply so the city can see if the pastors have ever opposed or criticized the city.
According to the ADF the efforts of the churches, even some not involved in the petition, but speaking and teaching on the issue, are targets of the subpoena.
Contrary to this, Snopes says much of this is …
FALSE: The subpoenas targeted sermons about homosexuality, transgender issues, and Mayor Parker.
City Attorney David Feldman told the outlet that if “someone is speaking from the pulpit and it’s political speech then it’s not going to be protected” by the First Amendment. Rhodes pointed out that the ADF will have difficulty arguing that sermons intended for broadcast or livestream fit the criteria of privileged communications, as anyone could attend or view the speech.
So while the City of Houston indeed subpoenaed pastors’ sermons, it appears it did so to investigate whether the churches engaged in political organization activities under the guise of preaching.
Since first reading the Snopes site the header changed from a combination of True and False to “Mixture.” Though the last edited date is the 14th, this change was reflected on the 15.
There seems to be some disagreement here. Are the pastors addressing a moral issue or a political issue? From the pastors’ standpoint it’s a moral question. From the city’s position it’s a political matter. So let’s read the subpoena to see what it says. The requested documents section says this:
II. REQUESTED DOCUMENTS
YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PRODUCE THE FOLLOWING RECORDS:
1. All documents or communications to, from, CCing, BCCing, or forwarded to you,
or otherwise in your possession, relating or referring to any of the following in connection in any
way with HERO, the Petition:
3318939vl/014442
a. Plaintiffs,
b. Annise Parker or the Mayor’s office,
c. Anna Russell or the City Secretary’s office,
d. David Feldman or the City Attorney’s office,
e. HERO or any drafts of HERO,
f. the Petition, or any drafts of the Petition, including any discussions relating to
the language included at the top of the Petition,
g. the legal requirements for petitions under Texas, Houston municipal, or any
h. Petition signers,
1. Petition Circulators,
J. affidavits filled out by Petition Circulators, including the notarization of the
affidavits,
k. the payment of Petition Circulators,
1. funding of the Petition or petition drives,
m. the topics of equal rights, civil rights, homosexuality, or gender identity,
n. language relating to restroom access,
o. language related to restroom access being or having been removed from a
version of HERO, including any communications related to the removal of
that language,
p. any discussion about whether or how HERO does or does not impact restroom
2. All communications to or from Plaintiffs.
3. All communications with the City regarding HERO or the Petition.
4. All communications with members of your congregation regarding HERO or the
5. All communications with Joe La Rue or anyone else at the “Alliance Defending
Freedom” regarding HERO or the Petition.
6. All drafts of the Petition.
7. All lists of Petition Circulators.
8. All communications to or from Petition Circulators.
9. Any documents relating to the payment of Petition Circulators, including but not
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a. budgets related to the payment of Petition Circulators,
b. check stubs or check registers reflecting payments to Petition Circulators,
c. copies of checks made out to Petition Circulators,
d. tax forms relating to the payment of Petition circulators,
e. documents explaining calculation of payment to Petition Circulators,
f. documents referencing incentives given to Petition Circulators for obtaining
certain numbers of signatures or completing a certain number of pages.
10. Any documents relating to funding and funding sources of the Petition and
Petition-related activities.
11. All training materials prepared for Petition Circulators or anyone else involved in
the collection of any signatures for the Petition.
12. All speeches, presentations, or sermons related to HERO, the Petition, Mayor
Annise Parker, homosexuality, or gender identity prepared by, delivered by, revised by, or
approved by you or in your possession.
13. All documents, studies, information, communications, or other data relied on in
connection with the Petition to check, confirm, or ensure the truthfulness and accuracy of the
statements made in the Petition, including but not limited to the statements in the Petition (or in
any training materials prepared for Petition Circulators or anyone else involved in the collection
of any signatures for the Petition) that “Biological males ARE IN FACT allowed to enter
women’s restrooms in Houston under Mayor Annise Parker’s “Equal Rights Ordinance”, thereby
threatening the physical and emotional safety of our women and children!” and that “Her ERO
creates UNequal Rights for a tiny group of people by taking away rights of safety and privacy for
the vast majority of our women and children!”) (emphasis in original).
14. All documents, studies, information, communications, or other data that you
believe support or demonstrate the truthfulness and accuracy of the statements made in the
Petition, including but not limited to the statements in the Petition (or in any training materials
prepared for Petition Circulators or anyone else involved in the collection of any signatures for
the Petition) that “Biological males ARE IN FACT allowed to enter women’s restrooms in
Houston under Mayor Annise Parker’s “Equal Rights Ordinance”, thereby threatening the
physical and emotional safety of our women and children!” and that “Her ERO creates UNequal
Rights for a tiny group of people by taking away rights of safety and privacy for the vast
majority of our women and children!”) (emphasis in original).
15. All communications with Pastor Dave Welch or anyone else at or associated with
the Houston Area Pastor Council referring or relating to HERO, restroom access in connection
with HERO, the Petition, or this litigation.
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So, if pastors or church leaders have, even among themselves, spoken, emailed or written about city leaders, about the HERO ordinance then their communications are not considered private. Snopes leaves the impression that this is about sermons and not about the city leaders and the ordinance. Clearly it is about much more. The subpoena goes so far as to request one’s CV. This level of intrusion is, to say the least, over-reaching.
It was former Texas senator Lyndon Johnson, later to become president, who oversaw the drafting of the 501(c)(3) regulations which are used to intimidate churches into being silent on moral questions. It is again in Texas that pressure is being put onto churches
The material on Snopes leaves something to be desired.
Liberty University, Ian McCaw and a Chilling Message for the Lukewarm
Kelvey Vander Hart: Organizations claiming to operate under the name of Christ are under the same standards as individual Christians.
Kelvey Vander Hart
Problems In The Middle East
What does the future hold for Egypt, and will the Muslim Brotherhood…
The Hand of God Saves When Iron Dome Fails During Hamas Rocket Attack
An Israeli Defense Force operator recounts a miracle that occured when their Iron Dome defenses failed to intercept a Hamas rocket headed for Tel Aviv.
Guns Aren’t the Problem
Pat Nicklaus: There are 20,000 local, state and federal gun laws on the books. Even if we have 20,000 more, none of them will legislate the evil or crazy out of a person.
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Maureen McGovern to perform at the Sheldon
The Sheldon will present Maureen McGovern at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 17, in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall. A two-time Grammy-nominated vocalist, McGovern celebrates the music of the 1960s and ’70s, performing the timeless songs of the Beatles, Carole King, Bob Dylan and more from her latest album, “A Long and Winding
Hamilton rejoins Aerosmith for summer tour
Byline: The last time Aerosmith toured in 2007 in support the greatest-hits album Devils Got a New Disguise: the Very Best of Aerosmith the band had to forge ahead without bassist Tom Hamilton.
Byline: By ALAN SCULLEY For the Call With its three most recent CDs, 2000s Kid A, 2001s Amnesiac and the recently released Hail to the Thief, Radiohead has done more to reinvent their musical image than any other band or artist in recent memory.
‘Weird Al’ proves he’s no ‘Couch Potato’
Byline: By ALAN SCULLEY For the Call If the characters Eminem has created for himself in his music and film are any indication, not many things scare the Detroit rapper. But apparently a video for the Weird Al Yankovic song Couch Potato, a parody of the Eminem hit Lose Yourself, left the rapper concerned.
For the Deftones, the music is what matters
Byline: By ALAN SCULLEY For the Call The Deftones 2000 CD, White Pony gave the Sacramento, Calif.-band a commercial breakthrough, producing a hit single in Change (In the House of Flies) and becoming the first million-selling re-lease in the Deftones career.
Korn continues to prove it’s ‘Untouchable’
By ALAN SCULLEY For the Call Since Korn released its latest platinum-plus CD, Untouchables, last year, plenty of critics and fans have noted that Untouchables puts a stronger melodic accent on the bands sound with vocalist Jonathan Davis, in particular, showcasing more of his singing capabilities.
Free concert, fireworks highlight JB Blast
A free concert and fireworks display will highlight the annual Jefferson Barracks Blast today July 3.
Musical sparks fly on Santana’s ‘Shaman’
Byline: By ALAN SCULLEY For the Call Plenty of musicians will say that writing, recording or performing music is a spiritual experience.
Formerly Grateful are now just Dead and coming to St. Louis
Byline: Last summer, when the four surviving members of the Grateful Dead guitarist/singer Bob Weir, bassist Phil Lesh and drummers Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann performed together for the first time since the 1995 death of Jerry Garcia brought an end to the Grateful Dead, it was cause of celebration for fans of the legendary jam band.
Local band director helps Brazilian musicians get In the Mood
In the Amazon Jungle lies a village where the Waterloo German Band is more popular than the Rolling Stones.
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A Compound Person and Complex Questions (Part 2)
18 Mar 2012 Posted by Steven Wedgeworth
This is a continuation of the paper which was begun here. It resumes the argument by investigating the Reformed Scholastics’ use of the expression and concept “compound person.”
Vermigli
Peter Martyr Vermigli explains the use of “whole person” by appealing to Peter Lombard and John of Damascus:
Lombard, as you also note, writes about this question in his third book, distinction 22, from the words of Augustine’s Against Felicianus, chapter 14, and concludes in this fashion, “Christ at the same time was whole in the tomb, whole in hell, and whole everywhere, just as he is also whole now wherever he is, but not wholly there. He was not wholly in the tomb or in hell, even if he was whole. Just as the whole Christ is God, so the whole man is, but not wholly. Because he is not only God or man but both God and man. Wholly refers to the nature. Whole refers to the hypostasis. Just as other and something refer to the nature, so another man and someone refer to the person. Hence John of Damascus says, ‘The whole Christ is perfect God but he is not wholly God. For he is not only God but also man. And the whole is a perfect man, but not wholly man, for he is not only man but also God. For wholly indicates the nature, while whole indicates the hypostasis,’ and so forth.[1]
Vermigli is citing these uses of terms in an effort to shore up his own distinctions surrounding the two natures in the one person and how it is that some actions or properties can be attributed to only one of the natures. At no point does he say that the person of Christ is constituted of two persons. Rather he insists that one may speak of the “whole person” or the person “wholly” subsisting in either nature or both.
When speaking about “the Word” in specific, Vermigli typically means the subsistence of the divine nature. He will then say that the “the Word” added another nature, and that it called it its own. However, this does not prevent Vermigli from stating that the Word is properly and primarily divine. This is why the communication of idioms is so important. What is true of one nature can be applied to the person, but it is always understood to apply to the person insofar as it is subsisting in the nature. Thus there are times where Vermigli does not wish to say that “God died,” nor does he want to say “The Word” died. This is not because he believes in another person in Christ, however, but rather only that he is meaning to speak very specifically about the natures. Even here, however, Vermigli does not claim to approximate Nestorius nor even to offer a corrective to Cyril or Chalcedon per se, but rather maintains that he is being most faithful to the orthodox tradition. Here is an example of his approach:
You now have enough for you to know about me—that although I deny that the Word of God really suffered and died, still I do not claim that the passion and death did not involve it at all, for the Word was present at the passion and death, as had been said, because of the hypostatic union, although in a quiescent way. It was not affected by any suffering or by a new quality. Hence it is not empty words that the Son of God suffered and died since that nature and flesh, which he made his own and to which he was present by a union of person, really and truly suffered and died. But I would never say, as you are used to asserting, that the Word himself really and truly both suffered and died.[2]
Here Vermigli says that the “nature and flesh” of Christ’s humanity had “been made his own,” referring to the divine Word. Yet Vermigli does not want to say that the Word “himself” really and truly suffered and died, since it would be impossible for the Divine Person to depart from His divine nature. This would be an example of a quote where critics of the Reformed tradition would say Vermigli is in error. His not allowing for “the Word” to be the subject of suffering and death must imply that some other person was. Such a reading is, however, inaccurate.
At this point we need to point out that Vermigli is writing a dialogue. That it is to say, Vermigli is conveying his own theology through the form of a conversation between two opposing voices. The above quote indeed comes from the sympathetic character, but it is immediately met with a rebuttal, mimicking the arguments of the Lutherans. Indeed, the character offering the rebuttal is quoting from Johannes Brenz. This character points out that Cyril had offered a way of speaking that would allow for expressions like “The Word suffered.” He says this:
But my practice is to add that he did this not from the nature of the Godhead but from the nature of the humanity, to which the Word is hypostatically united. Cyril clearly agrees with me and writes, ‘Suffering in this economy was thus: because of their ineffable union the Word called its own things that belong to its flesh, while remaining outside the suffering as pertains to its own nature. For God cannot suffer. This is no surprise since we also see that, when some suffering befalls a man’s body, his soul in its nature remains outside the suffering, but the soul is understood not to be outside the suffering since its own body suffers,’ and so forth. These are Cyril’s words.[3]
And then immediately Vermigli answers the Lutheran argument with his own interpretation of Cyril and the early church. He does not reject Cyril, though he does note, rightly, that early on in the controversy Cyril used less than perfect language.[4] Cyril is not rejected, however, but instead, properly interpreted. This indicates that Vermigli purposely used the ambiguous and potentially controversial denial of “the Word” suffering in order to answer the anticipated response. He goes on to point out that Cyril is the best interpreter of Cyril, and when rightly interpreted, Cyril is found to be consistent withEphesus andChalcedon. Vermigli writes:
Cyril expressed clearly this point in the passage you quoted when he writes: ‘The Word calls its own things which are proper to the flesh,’ and so forth. It was not speaking falsely in calling them its own since they belong to that flesh that it assumed in the hypostatic union. This is certainly the way to speak also about ubiquity should the expression arise in one of the Fathers, but if it is said that the body of Christ is simultaneously everywhere or in many places, we should understand the expression as meaning that his body abides and is sustained in that nature or hypostasis which is everywhere, but, by contrast, the body itself is not in many places or everywhere. For the property of ubiquity does not belong to the body since it must be in a definite place according to its status as a body. Similarly the Son of God is said to have died according to his human nature which he sustains when in his own proper nature he cannot really participate in death.[5]
Thus we see how Vermigli could appeal to the same quote from Cyril as his Lutheran opponent, claim it as his own, and yet mean something different by it. According to Vermigli, the communicatio idiomatum allows one to attribute properties and actions which are really proper to one nature to the person, since that person has claimed the nature as its own. Properly speaking, the Word is divine, since it first subsisted in the divine nature. Yet the Word can also be called human, since it has claimed a human mode of subsisting as well. Therefore human properties can be attributed to the person. This interpretation is where the Reformed and Lutherans diverged, and it is usually the decisive way to interpret any given statement by the Reformed concerning Christology. What is worth noting, however, is that in maintaining this interpretation, Vermigli is not claiming to reject Cyril, but rather to most accurately interpret him. We can ourselves give two quotes from Cyril which seem to support Vermigli on this point. In his On the Unity of Christ, Cyril states:
Just as ‘he made him who knew no sin into sin for our sake that we might become the righteousness of God in him’ (for the nature of man has been justified in him), so in the same way he caused him who knew not death (since the Word is life and life-giver) to suffer in the flesh. But insofar as he is considered as God he remained outside suffering in order that we might live through him and in him.[6]
Cyril immediately adds, “The Word was alive, even when his holy flesh was tasting death.”[7]
Thus it appears that Cyril is giving a priority to the deity of the Word, stating that “the Word was alive” even while the Word’s flesh was dead. The Word, “insofar as he is considered God” did not suffer. This raises the question in what sense “the Word” would not be considered God. It can only be in his human nature, in the flesh. Cyril and Vermigli both reserve the right to deny that “the Word” died, depending on the meaning.
Zacharius Ursinus uses the language of a compounded person in such a way as to speak of “parts” of the person. In his Commentary on the Heidelberg Catechism he says, “for the human nature which is in Christ was created in order that it might be made a part of another, so that we may properly say that it is a part of another.”[8] Later in the same chapter he even says this, “That which is only part of a person (and such a a part that is not of itself a person) is no person; or, that which is a apart of a person, is not that person of which it is a part. And so it may be said of the Word, if it be properly understood, that he is not the whole person of the mediator, although he is in, and of himself, a whole and complete person in respect to the Godhead.”[9]
This second statement is complicated. It is actually an answer to the objection that the Word cannot be a person, since it is only a part of the person of the mediator. Ursinus is granting that the mediator, properly speaking, is the Word plus the human nature assumed by the Word. This is what he means by “whole person of the mediator.” Taken merely on its own, it could be interpreted as meaning that “the whole person” is formed by the coming together of two prior persons. Yet in the following set of objections and replies, Usrinus is careful to say “the body and soul which Christ took, do not exist by themselves but in the person of the Word.”[10] Also, “the body and soul of Christ do not subsist, nor could they ever have subsisted, unless in this union.”[11] The human “part” of the “whole person” is not itself a person, nor was it ever. Thus, the “whole person” is not a combination of two prior persons, but rather one prior person and an added nature which only finds its existence in that prior person.
Some might object that this manner of speaking of the economic modification of the Word poses potential dangers. It could lend itself towards false uses, perhaps indicating that the “person of the mediator” is a different person created out of the combination of the Word and the human nature. Ursinus himself grants that this language is highly delicate. “When we so speak, all imperfections must be carefully excluded. Many, however, refrain from the use of such language in consequence of the dangers and abuses to which it may lead.”[12] Why does he even bother with it then? Is it because his new Reformed Christology demands that we move away from the ancient language? Not at all. “Yet Damascene and others often use this form of speaking.”[13] He is using words precisely in specific contexts, but flexibly overall, as the better Fathers did, and for exactly the same reason: to articulate as carefully as possible the various aspects of the mystery and guard against misreadings of the truth.
“Compound person” turns out to be a particular usage, borrowed from Damascene, employed to discuss particulars of the hypostatical union, and which depends upon the primary creedal sense of “person.” It is not a subtle and uniquely Reformed redefinition of that primary sense used to make the natures of the union distinct personae and the person of Christ merely then a persona moralis, or functional conjunction of two distinct personae.
Richard Field’s Defense of Beza
Richard Field was a historian of the Church of England and a close associate of the more famous Richard, Richard Hooker. Field’s historical writing exhibits a profoundly calm and judicious investigation of controversies, cutting through tangles of technical and polemical language to get to the intended use and theological point. As already mentioned, Field believed that the later Nestorian churches were not actually Nestorians, but rather dedicated to certain ancient anti-monophysite language which could be uncharitably misconstrued in a Nestorian sense but did not have that intention among them. Field was confident that this was only an apparent controversy, however. He used this same critical skill to vindicate a Reformed theologian who had been accused of Nestorianism, Theodore Beza. It was a vindication relevant to our present concern.
Field begins his defense of Beza by declaring that the Reformed are actually more in line with the early church fathers than are the Roman Catholics. He states, “We reverence and honour the Fathers much more than the Romanists do who pervert, corrupt, and adulterate their writings, but dare not abide the trial of their doctrines by the indubitate writings of antiquity.”[14] Field’s Roman Catholic opponent had charged the Reformed with Nestorianism and pointed to Beza’s use of “two hypostatical unions” as proof. Field denies the charge, claiming that the true meaning is in line with the fathers and contrary to Nestorius. He defends Beza with the following:
Beza, saith he, teacheth that there are two hypostatical unions in Christ; ergo, two hypostases or persons; which was the heresy of Nestorius. The consequence of this argument is too weak to enforce the intended conclusion; for when Beza saith there are two hypostatical unions in Christ, the one of the body and soul, the other of the nature of God and man, he doth not conceive that the union of the body and soul do in Christ make a distinct human person or subsistence different from that of the Son of God; (for he everywhere confesseth that the human nature of Christ hath no subsistence but that of the Son of God communicated to it); but he therefore calleth it an hypostatical union, because naturally it doth cause a finite and distinct human person or subsistence, and so would have done here, if the nature flowing out of this union had not been assumed by the Son of God, and so prevented and stayed from subsisting in itself, and personally sustained in the person of the Son of God. This doctrine is so far from heresy that he may justly be suspected of more than ordinary malice that will traduce it as heretical: yet hath Beza, to stop the mouths of such clamorous adversaries, long since corrected and altered this form of speech which he had sometimes used.[15]
This particular passage is interesting because Field admits that Beza used a certain expression of speech, yet he explains Beza’s meaning as orthodox and points out that Beza has himself “corrected and altered” the expression.[16] Beza had used the term “subsistence” in reference to the human nature, but only to insist that the human nature was a distinct instance of nature, and not the entire genus, and that it had all of the necessary components- body and soul- to be a person. It was a sort of potential person in concept, since it has all of the requirements of a person. The union of body and soul, indeed a complete soul, would ordinarily qualify as a “person.” Yet Beza also said that this was not actually a human person because it was assumed by the person of the Son of God. The humanity never subsisted “in itself.” Its existence was always and only defined by its personal union with the Word. Field is confident that the original intent was free from heresy, yet he also points out that Beza saw the difficulty such language could cause and so changed it himself.
By now we should see a consistent theme. The Reformed were deliberately and devotedly continuous with the patristic and medieval history of Christological argument and terminology. They always claimed a critical but faithful continuity with that history, even stating that certain expressions from John of Damascus were possibly dangerous but worth retaining. They did refine their language through controversy, but only in order to clarify and make it most consistent. And when they did use language that was open to misunderstanding, they were themselves eager to modify it.[17]
Zanchi
Perhaps the most thorough explanation of the Reformed view of Christology is to be found in the work of Girolamo Zanchi. Zanchi flourished later than Vermigli, and was a contemporary of Ursinus and Beza. His Confession of Christian Religion was originally intended for an ecclesiastical symbol, though its length and scholastic style quickly made this impossible.[18] The good Dr. Zanchi was certainly thorough. He wrote extensively on Christology in the Confession, but he also added lengthy explanations in his Observations and Appendix to the 11th Chapter. Both of the latter works were extended explanations and clarifications of the content of the Confession.
Throughout Zanchi’s writings, we see a continuation of the themes and expressions from other Reformed thinkers, but we also see an ability to add distinctions and clarifications. Several patristic writers are cited positively, and we again see John of Damascus and the notion of the compounded person. Zanchi ably explains this and shows it to be consistent with the prior Chalcedonian commitments.
Zanchi begins the 11th chapter of his Confession by stating that the “person” of Christ is the 2nd person of the Godhead, “consubstantial and coeternall to the Father, and lastlie true God almightie.”[19] He adds, “And wee beleeve that the Sonne of God was made man without making any confusion of the divine and humanie natures, without his conversion into flesh or anie chaunge in the flesh, onely by assuming of the humaine nature into the unitie of that person.”[20] He further explains:
…as the Sonne taking uppon him, was not chaunged into the thing taken (for God cannot be chaunged at all), but remained the same that he was, trulie distinct from the thing assumed and taken. So that seede taken on him was not turned into the thing that tooke it, but was united with the divine nature into the unitie onely of the same person, according to that saying: ‘The Word was made flesh’. The flesh, therefore, remained flesh and was not changed into the Word.[21]
We can see that Zanchi, consistent with Vermigli and Ursinus, wishes to distinguish “the Word” from “the flesh.” He does not mean that there are two persons in view, however, because he also states:
Whence also wee understand that neither the divine nature common to the three persons, nay indeed one and the self same nature of them all, did take on it humaine nature, nor one person tooke on it another person, but onelie another nature… therefore wee acknowledge not two persons in Christ, but onely the same alone, by which all things were made and which was so perfect, before it tooke on it the seede of Abraham, that by the same taking it is not made anie other or anie perfecter person, or yet indeed any whitt unperfect.[22]
The divine nature did not take on the human nature, nor did the divine person take on another person, but rather a divine person took on a human nature. In so doing, this person did not change from his nature. When Zanchi uses the expression “the Word” properly and by itself, he intends to identify the divine person subsisting in its divine nature. Yet this person did take on a new nature, and in that respect, did also subsist in a human way:
We doe not admit that the humaine was therefore assumed, that either a new person compounded of that and this as of the parts should be made in Christ, or that the former and the eternall person should bee made the perfecter by the coupling of a newe nature, but onelie that mans nature beeing taken into unitie of that most perfect and everlasting person, the Sonne of God, remaining the same that he was, might be made that he was not and might have what to offer unto his Father for us.[23]
Here we see the multiple distinctions at work. Zanchi denies that a new person was formed out of the compound, as well as any insinuation the the original person was changed. The assumption of the new nature was for the purpose of having something distinct to offer unto the Father-a human mode of subsisting.
At this point Zanchi goes into an extended discussion on what is and is not meant by the language of compounded person:
And therefore we doe not simplie allow it, if one saye, so the person of Christ is compounded of the divine and humaine nature, as the person of a man consisteth of a soule and a bodie. But we allow the usuall phrase in the church, that Christ clothed himselfe or was clothed with our flesh. Whereupon Augustine saith: ‘Christ came downe from heaven as a naked man comes downe a hill, but he went up againe clothed with our flesh as with a garment.’ For this manner of speech, although it doe not perfectlie declare the personall union, yet it sheweth a manifest difference beetweene the person of the Sonne of God taking and our nature taken. For this same cause we embrace those kindes of speaches of the fathers, as mans nature was borne of the Sonne of God to subsist in the person of the Sonne of God and such like, separating the person of the Sonne of God taking from the nature taken, and teaching that the person of the Sonne of God by the comming of mans nature was made neither other, nor more perfect.[24]
Here we see a level of critical appreciation of the ancient language. Zanchi is not comfortable with the imagery of body and soul as an analogy for the two natures in Christ[25], but he is willing to use the image of clothing, citing Augustine. He adds that he is also able to accept language which states the man’s nature “subsists in the Son of God.”
While using the language of compounded person, Zanchi also guards against the misuse of this language. He does not wish to advocate a new person after the hypostatic union, nor does he want to imply that the person was imperfect prior to the union. He writes:
That is, Christ is onelie one person, although there bee in him two natures. Yet not that the person of Christ (if we will speake properlie) is constitued or made of both these natures as of the parts, as to the perfect constitution of man no lesse the bodie as an essential part, then the soule must ioyne together, seeing the person of Christ was alreadie, and that whole and most perfect, before it was shewed in the fleshe, but the person of man (as of Adam), was none at all until the soule was coupled with the bodie, and sith that nether the soule doth assume unto itselfe a body or the body a soule, as the Sonne of God assumed unto himselfe the seed of Abraham into unitie of the same person; and further, sith the bodie and the soule are two existences, as it is manifest in the creation of Adam, but mans nature did never subsist by it self, but onelie in the person of the Sonne of God, so that very uniustlie doe some abuse this godlie saying of the holie man for proofe of their owne dreams.[26]
Notice that Zanchi is speaking of the “person of Christ” as opposed to merely “the Word.” He states that this “person of Christ” is only one person, having in him two natures. Zanchi rejects the language of “parts” if it is understood to mean that the person itself was incomplete prior to the addition of the human nature. He also adds that the humanity of Christ “was none at all” until it was formed and assumed by the person of the Son of God. “[M]ans nature did never subsist by it self, but onelie in the person of the Sonne of God.” The “holie man” who some “very unjustlie… abuse” by misunderstanding his “godlie saying” is Athanasius of Alexandria.[27]
Zanchi again affirms the unity of the person of Christ and explicitly condemns Nestorius.[28]
He says that he can affirm that “Christ consisteth now of his divine nature and his humaine, being taken into the unity of person, and that he is after a sort compounded of them both,” but this is only after he has been careful to state that the person is properly the divine and “eternall person.”[29] The human nature only exists in this one person. He states that, “in one and the selfe same person of Christ there is now two natures, the divine and the humaine, in which we doubt not that the same doth subsist, doth live and doth worke.”[30] It is only in this context that Zanchi speaks of a compounded person.
The preceding quotes were all from Zanchi’s Confession. Due to continuing controversy, however, he was obliged to compose several further explanations and continuations of his Christological thought. We will briefly examine a few of them.
In his Observations, Zanchi commented on what he had written in his Confession. Concerning the chapter on the person of Christ, he writes the following:
That the person of Christ, speaking properly, is compounded of the divine nature, which is immeasurable and most pure, and of the humaine, which in respect of the divine is lesse then a pricke to an infinite masse, as of two partes truely and properly so called, wee together with the schoolemen do iustly denie. For what proportion can there bee betweene that, which is finite, and the infinite, betweene the creature and creator. But by the way confessing with the auncient fathers that it may be called συνθετον compounded in that sense… And there is nothing else but that this eternall hypostasis doth now subsist in two natures…[31]
Here we see a way in which Zanchi will not affirm a compounded person, as well as a way in which he will. If taken to refer to comparable “parts” which come together to form a third thing, Zanchi does not wish to affirm composition. He states that the two natures are qualitatively different, one being infinite and the other finite. He is willing, however, to affirm συνθετον in the sense of one eternal hypostasis subsisting in two united natures. Again, it should not be missed that Zanchi suggests that the difficulty of language has been inherited from the ancient writers. He is clarifying them, but also working in continuity with them.
Zanchi goes on to cite the whole/wholly distinction that we have already seen in Vermigli. Zanchi also says that this comes from John of Damascus.[32] He interprets this as but another way of saying that the one person subsists in two natures, invoking the communicatio idiomatum to show how distinct natural properties and actions can be applied to the single person. Zanchi is emphatic that the unity of the person is never threatened:
1. There is and ever was one onely person of Christ. For there is but one onely begotten Sonne of God and one and the same Christ. 2. This person, being from all eternitie by the naturall begetting of the Father, is proper unto the Word; but was made common to the humaine nature taken to it by vertue of the personall union…
But this eternall hypostasis, proper by nature unto the Word, is by this union made common, as we said, with the divine nature and the humaine taken unto it; namely, that the Worde doeth no lesse subsist really in this humaine form then it doth in that divine form and in that respect is no lesse true and perfect man then true and perfect God; yet the natures, properties and actions remaining safe and distinct.[33]
Zanchi again explains the language of “compounded person” and how it means only that the single hypostasis subsists in two natures.[34] The “nature taken (to speake properly) is not a part of this person,”[35] but it is sometimes said to be “a part” in the sense that it is taken by the Word and has no subsistence on its own:
Which is the cause why the humaine nature thus taken is to be reputed and acknowledged as it were a part of the person of Christ, namely, because it is so taken into unity of his person, that as the Word with this humaine flesh is said to be and is man, so also this flesh in the Word and with the Word God is said to be and is God, as Athanasius, Gregorie Nazianzene, Damascene and other fathers have proved out of the scriptures. For that flesh is God not by nature but by hypostasie, in which sense the same flesh is omnipotent an present in all places, whereuppon it comes also that what honour belongeth to the Word of it selfe, the same is also to bee given to the flesh in the Word and for the Word, because of them both there is but one and the same hypostasie.[36]
Zanchi seems somewhat uncomfortable with this language, and this is most likely due to the fact that it was being seized upon by critics as proof that the Reformed were advocating two persons in Christ. Nevertheless, Zanchi maintains that it is patristic language and can be understood properly:
Add to this moreover for better explications sake, that the Word, although wheresoever it bee (and it is in all places), there also the same is not onely God, but also man, and that because it hath in all places the humaine nature united therunto by hypostasie, yet, where soever it is it self, it doth not make it self an hypostasis or personal to the humaine nature, but only there, where the same nature existeth; namely so, as that nature is sustained, borne and wrought or mooved by it.[37]
Neither doth it follow uppon this doctrine that the personall union is dissolvede, neither doth it come to passe that the whole person is not hypostasis to the flesh, but onely in parte. The reason is because this person of the Word, as it is infinite, so also it is most simple and pure and therefore both is wholly hypostasis to the flesh, wheresoever the flesh existeth, and is also wholly hypostasis in other places, where the flesh existeth not, being it selfe existing in the form of God.[38]
At this point, one might assume that the explanations had been fully exhausted. Such an assumption, however, would betray a certain naivete regarding the odium theologicum. Zanchi was compelled to write still more about the definition of “compounded person.” We will restrict ourselves to only two more examples. Zanchi again makes clear that there is only one person:
For in Christ’s humaine nature there be only two things: the proper essence of his nature, with his proprieties and gifts created, and the common hypostasis with the divine, which is the Word itselfe. His proper essence is finite or determinate and so is onely within one place. The hypostasis is infinite, immeasurable, and most simple or unmixt; and therefore in this onely and not in the proper essence the flesh of Christ can be, and in verie deed is, present in all places.[39]
Thus Zanchi can speak about each nature according to its “proper essence,” and he can refer to a “common hypostasis,” which is properly divine. This divine person adds a human essence to itself in the union. And he explains that by the expression “whole person,” he means to refer to the full office of mediator, which applies to Christ in both of his natures. “And that office was and is of his whole person, according to both natures.”[40] Thus it is quite clear what “whole person” or “whole Christ” means. It is not a way to approximate a two-person Christology, but rather a way to explain how the “person of Christ” subsists in two natures and operates accordingly.
Apotelesmata
One final doctrine needs to be considered to have a complete view of the Reformed understanding of Christology. We have demonstrated their unanimous desire for continuity with the patristic tradition insofar as it was catholic, their orthodox formulation of one person subsisting in two natures, and what was meant by the expression of “compounded person.” At this point we must also address the way in which the Reformers used the patristic doctrine of two energies in Christ.
It is well known that the Reformers used the humanity of Christ to argue for a second Adam covenant theology. Jesus had to fulfill the covenant of works precisely as man. McCormack understands this, but he gives the wrong impression that the Reformers argued for a symmetrical relationship between the two natures and two energies in Christ.[41] In fact, the Reformed view was a sort of “asymmetry.” They explained it by the communicatio apotelesmatum. Heinrich Heppe summarizes a number of Reformed divines on precisely this point:
In SOHNIUS, ZANCHIUS, and KECKERMANN the concept of αποτελεσμα is already completely fixed. It is the unitary action of the person of Christ in the work of redemption, in which both natures participate. SOHNIUS defines an apotelesm as “a single personal work, (in which) distinct acts of the two natures concur and unite”, (Exeg. Conf. Aug. p. 246).[42]
Heppe also adds a quote from Zanchi which says:
That first of all what Christ is or does according to the divine nature the whole Christ is said to be or do… In fact Christ the Mediator never did or does anything according to his humanity, in which the divinity too did or does not co-operate…[43]
Finally Heppe quotes the Leiden Synopsis which says, “so in the action of Christ the θεανθροπος the divine nature functions as the principal cause, the human as a less principal and assistant cause…”[44] There are two acts in Christ, corresponding with the two wills and energies, but they are still unified because of the one person. This one person is the “principle cause,” since He is divine (and indeed subsisted first and initiated the union). And so, even while there is an insistence on the integrity and complete work of the human nature in Christ, the priority is still given to the divine, since it is the principal cause. Thus there can be no misunderstanding of a two-actor Christology, even though the single actor possess two acting faculties, according to each nature.
We have shown that there is a consistent articulation of terms and doctrines within Reformed Christology. Laying claim to the earlier tradition, the Reformers built upon phrases from John of Damascus (and Lombard and Aquinas) to precisely express how the two natures could possess the full spectrum of essential properties and yet still subsist in the one person. The communicatio idiomatum was embraced and used to explain various expressions of speech, noting the truth of their rhetoric, as well as the possibility of further distinction. We have seen what was meant by “compounded person,” and we have even pointed out that the Reformed maintained an asymmetry in the relations between the natures, giving primacy to the divine.
Why was all of this necessary? Indeed, the conclusion is rather unimpressive: the Reformers were not innovators in the theological locus of Christology. Again, why then all the fuss?
I believe that we here see an inability among many contemporary readers to give a charitable and imaginative reading of older sources. Instead of carefully examining the meaning of an expression through its context and use, we see a tendency to seize on terms in their own right. If two historical figures use the same term in different ways, we assume that the essential proof of their disagreement has been found. Combine this with the overuse and indeed abuse of hermeneutic tools like “paradigms” and “architectonic narratives” in historical evaluation, and the situation becomes even worse.[45] Explicit confessions and direct disavowals of certain theological commitments become subordinated to the assumed logical trajectory of the theologian’s intellectual worldview, and the original context is replaced by the interests of our contemporary theological quest.
Moving from the academics to the polemicists, we see not merely a lack of charity and imagination (and rigor), but something very near a conspiracy-theory view of church history. The Reformers are not only using “paradigms,” but are actually trapped by them. Like intellectual quicksand, Bullinger or Ursinus’s orthodox-sounding explanations actually only sink them deeper, even despite their outward rejection of the supposed theological destination to which they are said to be sinking. This kind of unfalsifiable verdict of pre-established guilt is reminiscent of Freudian analysis, wherein a reasoned and by all objective measures credible denial that one is “neurotic” is taken as the surest proof that one in fact is. Likewise, the critics of our doctors seem to think that their overt demonstrations of orthodoxy, and rejections of heretical formulations, are no match for the secret “presuppositions” or complexes which inexorably pull the Reformers back into the heterodoxy of which they are presumed guilty. This should never have been taken seriously in the first place, and it is a sign of a crisis in our modern theological education that anyone has. It certainly needs to stop.
If the Reformers were addicted to a “method,” it was the historical-grammatical method. If they had a deep, ruling principle which determined all their theology, it was the Word. Combining scholasticism and humanism, they sought to identify, define, and distinguish, all with the belief that original intent mattered and that it should be discovered through examinations of terms and their meaning from use and context. To suggest that there was a larger spirit at work, foiling even their best efforts though leaving no credible historical trace, is to leave the discipline of history and textual excavation and to enter into courtrooms where spectral evidence is admitted but concrete evidence is not. This is not only an intellectual problem, but also a pastoral one. And to remedy that, we refer the reader back to our original paper.
[1] Dialogue on the Two Natures in Christ 99-100
[2] Ibid 61
[3] Ibid. These words are in the mouth of “Pantachus,” and he is giving the Lutheran argument.
[4] Even a historian as sympathetic to Cyril as John McGuckin is grants this much. See Cyril of Alexandria: The Christological Controversy (Brill, 1994) 227-229
[5] Vermigli 61-62
[6] 115
[7] Ibid
[8] Zacharias Ursinus, The Commentary of Zacharius Ursinus on the Heidelberg Catechism, translated from the original Latin by G. W. Williard, (Presbyterian and Reformed Publishing Co., reprinted from 1852) 210
[10] Ibid 211
[11] Ibid
[14] Richard Field, Of the Church 3.33
[16] Field is citing from Beza’s Picus. Apolog. Field gives the following for Beza’s original text: “Deus dupliciter habet esse in creaturis; 1. per illapsum in omni natura; 2. in natura assumpta per circuminsessionem, et licet per illapsum Deus sit intimus omni creaturae, intimior quam ipsa sibi aut forma materia,–tamen per circuminsessionem fit intimior naturae assumpta;–quia necesse est naturam assumptam amittere proprium esse subsistentise, si quod ante assumptionem in ea fuit; vel si num quam ipsum habuit, subintrare esse subsistentise naturae ad quam assumitur, ut sit idem suppositum subsistens in duplici natura.”
[17] We have seen that both Bullinger and Beza made such changes in their own lifetimes. It was not that their students had to clean up after them, but rather that the men themselves learned through controversy which terms were best and which were unnecessarily difficult.
[18] See the introduction by editors Baschera and Moser in Zanchi, Confession of Christian Religion (Brill, 2007) 14-19. All following Zanchi citations are taken from this Brill edition. I will give the titles of their primary sources, but the page numbers will correspond with the Baschera and Moser edition.
[19] Confession of Christian Religion 11.2, p 201
[20] Ibid 11.4, p 203
[22] 11.5, p 205
[24] Ibid p 205-207
[25] John Calvin does use this imagery, however, in his Institutes 2.14.1
[26] Confession 11.7, p 207-209
[27] This chapter began with, “Surelie we confesse with Athanasius that …”
[31] Observations Of The Same Zanchius Uppon His Owne Confession 11.6, p 535-537
[32] Ibid 11.11, p 539-541
[33] Ibid 11.12.1-2, p 543-545
[34] 11.12.4
[39] Appendix to the 11th Chapter, p 655
[40] Certain Positions Of The Same Zanchius Of Some Principall Articles Of Our Christian Faith Against Diverse Heresies at Sundrie Times Disputed On, Partly At Heidelberg, Partly At Newstade 3.28, p 675-677. This instance of using “person” in reference to “office” is an example of the Reformers’ appropriation of the classical Latin definition of “persona.” They were comfortable using the term in its traditional ecclesiastical sense, meaning a specific subsistence of a nature, and they were comfortable using it in the sense of office, with “the person of Christ” meaning the messiah. For more explanation of this see Stephen Edmondson, Calvin’s Christology (Cambridge, 2004) 15, 186-219
[41] McCormack’s exact expression is, “They want a Christology which will allow them to argue (by analogy) for an asymmetry in the relationship of divine authorship to human authorship of the Bible. But in their haste to reach this end, they have unwittingly abandoned the tradition they claim to defend.” He is addressing the Enns controversy, but he is also clearly implying that the Reformed tradition did not have “an asymmetry in the relationship” of divine and human natures.
[42] Reformed Dogmatics (Baker, 1978) 445
[44] Ibid 446. Reformed Christology might sound much more exotic, and thus much more attractive to some, if it more often used terms found in the technical discussions of our doctors such as “theanthropic energies,” rather than the more Biblical language it on principle prefers. But the customary order of preference is, of course, the correct one.
[45] Michel Barnes explains this problem as particularly pronounced in the area of patristic retrieval, an area of study directly relevant to this paper. Barnes writes: “[T]hese contemporary appropriations share the same two presuppositions: the first is that characterizations based on polar contrasts are borne out in the details that are revealed clearly and distinctly through the contrasts; and the second is that the same process of presenting doctrines in terms of opposition yields a synthesizing account of the development of doctrine. In short, there is a penchant among systematic theologians for categories of polar opposition, grounded in the belief that ideas ‘out there’ in the past really existed in polarities, and that polar oppositions accurately describe the contents and relationships of these ideas. Why these categories would be so valued by late-19th- and 20th-century readers of dogma is a question I leave for specialists in those eras, although, as will become clear, I believe that this penchant for polar categories reveals something about methodological choices systematicians have made in this century. Whatever the origins of this emphasis on polar categories may be, there are severe limitations in the histories produced by this polarizing hermeneutic of doctrine, and contemporary systematic theologians seem to have accepted these limitations as foundational.” He also bemoans “the systematic penchant for using grand, broad-stroked, narrative forms.” He adds: “Like turn-of-the-century historians, contemporary systematicians seem to be distinguished by the confidence with which they will deploy such grand, architectonic narrative forms. This confidence springs, I think, from two attitudes. First, the confidence reflects a positive sense of all the new things that we have learned as moderns through the mechanism of ‘paradigm shifts’; not the least of what we have learned is the existence of such paradigms themselves. Secondly, the confidence to speak in architectonic narrative forms reflects a general sense that details matter less than perspective, that historical facts are only epiphenomena of an architectonic paradigm or hermeneutic, so that a sufficient knowledge of ‘facts’ can be acquired solely through the practice of a hermeneutical or an ideological critique in itself, since any ‘fact’ can itself be reduced to an expression or the symptom of a hermeneutic or ideology. One can imagine that either or both of these attitudes would make historical judgments or characterizations more tentative and rare, but I think it is fair to conclude that this has not been the case.” Barnes goes further and says that systematic theologians are actively writing bad history because of their devotion to the “architectonic narrative form.” See “Augustine in Contemporary Trinitarian Theology.” Theological Studies 56 (1995) 239, 241
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Steven Wedgeworth is the associate pastor of Faith Presbyterian Church in Vancouver, British Columbia. He writes about theology, history, and political theory, and he has taught Jr. High and High School. He is the founder and general editor of The Calvinist International, an online journal of Christian Humanism and political theology, and a Director for the Davenant Institute.
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Bengr Hausve
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Castlevania ReBirth for newbies
Let's talk about CV ReBirth: 1) when and on what do you see it being re-released, if ever, 2) If ReBirth remains the latest and the last classic style contemporary Castlevania, how would you rank it in comparison to ALL classic style CVs and 3) How do you like the music in ReBirth? Cheers!
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Re: Castlevania ReBirth for newbies
Rebirth was amazing, Offering Both appeal to the hardcore and the casual audience with it's jumping mechanics' options.
Graphics are very nice and colorful, and the challenge is also on-point.
Only negative mark on this game is the lack of saving or passwords, but Emulation save-states are a good fix.
The music, something about the Chip-tune really makes it sound very arcade or a Genesis on steroids and it sounds phenomenal.
I would Rank it at no.3 best.
I find it tragic that Konami hasn't released the Rebirth trilogy on anything else yet, and the only option now to obtain it is by lesser means. I think it didn't help that it was E-Shop exclusive because... well, the E-Shop didn't have the best reputation in it's day. Much like Hard Crops Uprising, I can see how this one was overlooked so easily.
Favorite Game: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (PS1/SS)
Quote from: KaZudra on September 06, 2019, 04:29:34 PM
holy shit i forgot how much i absolutely loved hard corps uprising
yeah and rebirth is really good too
except for the 4:3 aspect ratio lmao
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If it's re-released on anything, I would guess the Switch. If Konami made any kind of exclusivity deal with Nintendo, that may still be in effect.
It's a good game, and the music is nice too. But I'd say it's mid-tier. It definitely doesn't beat out the best of the classic games, like 1, 3, 4, Rondo, X68k, and Bloodlines. But it's certainly way better than the likes of Haunted Castle and Legends.
RichterB
Returnee
Legendary Hunter
I adored The Adventure ReBirth when it first came out (partially because it was a return to the Classic style). Still enjoy it, though I'm not as into it as I was before. So, for your questions...
1.) I think it should be released in another collection that includes stuff like the SNES Dracula X for Switch.
2.) Overall, ReBirth is a mid-tier entry in the series as a whole. Of the 26 Castlevania games I've played through, I usually put it around #14 (it certainly is not any higher than #10). In terms of Classicvanias specifically, I rank it better than Legends, Chronicles/X68000, and the DXC remake, but that might be about it.
The Good: ReBirth does a decent job blending the original Game Boy titles with more NES and SNES sensibilities. Its use of multiple modes to result in multiple level layouts or gameplay styles (including a very functional motion-control mode) are commendable and add replay value. The density of each level having a strategic setup with alternate key-based paths is an inspired development. Knowing the best path through a level becomes crucial on harder mode settings. I like how more unique bosses were chosen on the whole, and the water wheel segment of Level 2 might be the coolest set piece in the game, which I'd like to see revisited in a future entry. Also, the return of a map screen was fun.
The Bad: The game does feel like it was made with a fairly limited budget, remixing assets, and it doesn’t utilize its namesake Game Boy entry to the fullest by any means. As a result, despite being enjoyable, it ends up feeling rather indistinct as a whole. The original The Adventure (and also Belmont's Revenge) have more iconic personality/charm overall. And for that matter, I know they wanted to put stairs back in, but ropes should have still been in it, considering it's supposed to be pulling from "The Adventure."
3.) The music is amazing. There are some really inspired choices for remixes. Unfortunately, it leaves way too many good Game Boy tunes off for a game that's supposed to be a Game Boy reimagining.
So, overall, I would have preferred if this was a combination of The Adventure and Belmont's Revenge, utilizing all the Game Boy ideas and bringing them up to Super Castlevania IV modernity, rather than picking and choosing a few token Game Boy elements and trying to make a new hodgepodge game out of them. The end result was fine for what it was, but it could have been a lot better.
There was also the story intro with the lake and a flat-looking angled castle in the middle. That was really cheap
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#160: Comers and Goers
Published December 11, 2016 Atlanta Braves , Baseball , Baseball Fans , baseball photos , Braves , Braves & Stuff , Braves Pitching , National League , Sports 284 Comments
Gil ‘N Mechanicsville
The 2016 Winter meetings have come to a close and the big trades appear to be Chris Sale to the Red Sox and Adam Eaton to the Nationals. Chapman signing with the Yankees and Andrew McCutchen staying in Pittsburg, at least for now. Other moves have taken place too but I will talk about those later, the main thrust of our interest is still the Braves. So, let’s focus on them.
The Braves had previously signed two free agent pitchers to one year deals. R.A. Dickey and Bartolo Colon. Both are bonafide members of the Geritol set and with the addition of Jamie Garcia, the Bravos have exponentially increase the age and experience in their starting rotation. Dickey, late of the Toronto Blue Jays signed a one year contract with a one year option for 2018. The knuckleballer should still be able to supply innings and the hope is he won’t wear out Tyler Flowers behind the plate. I am reminded of the line attributed to our old favorite Bob Uecker. When he was asked about how he caught Phil Niekro’s knuckleball he replied, “It’s simple, I just wait for it to stop rolling and pick it up.”
Robert Allen Dickey
Dickey is 41 years old but it is not like he has to rely upon a 96 mph fastball to get guys out. His bread and butter has always been his ability to make a baseball do things a baseball is not want to do. Now, a knuckleball is not one which translate well to TV in it’s movement. It is however one where it is anyone’s guess where it will be when it gets to the plate. It is not as if a knuckleball is impossible to hit, it is just tough to hit well. As for a batter being able to time the pitch, he still has a decent fastball to keep opposing hitters honest. Don’t be surprise if a pitcher like Josh Collmenter doesn’t pick Dickey’s brain a tries to learn the pitch. It should be interesting when Dickey meets with Braves legend Phil Niekro this spring.
The second off season signing of note is the ageless Bartolo Colon. Another graybeard, Colon, who has outlasted Turner Field in longevity, can still get batters out with a variety of pitches. His “fastball” tops out around 88 mph but it is everything but straight. Movement and location, the two holy grails of the craft have been mastered by a guy who for all appearances is having more fun than any reasonable person should be expected to have. The impression he gives is a guy who is truly comfortable in his ample skin. For sure, he is entertaining and he has a wealth of experience and knowledge he can pass along to the next generation of pitchers in the Braves stable.
Jamie Garcia
The final piece it the Braves’ new look rotation is Jamie Garcia. The lefty is another veteran. He was acquired from the St Louis Cardinals for rookies Chris Ellis, who I profiled in my previous lead. Also included in the trade package was prospect Luke Dykstra and right handed pitcher John Gant. Gant was acquired from the Mets, along with Rod Whalen for Juan Uribe and Kelly Johnson. While Gant had some value, the Braves felt his ceiling was well below much of the talent currently in the pipeline.
Garcia had a bit of a down year in 2016 with the Red Birds but he did pitch over 171 innings last season. John Coppoletta was clearly looking for pitchers who could routinely pitch into the 7th inning as opposed to the 4 and 5 inning efforts put forth by several of the Braves young arms last season. The Braves revolving door should not have to swing quite so frequently in 2017. While fans should not expect the trio of new starters to log many 1 hit shutouts in 2017, they should be expected to deliver many solid quality starts. Perhaps with an improved offense, the Braves pitchers can focus on delivering innings and not worry about who is warming up in the pen and trying to be too fine in their pitches.
For sure, many of the young prospects will have a wide choice of peers from whom to choose as a mentor.
284 Responses to “#160: Comers and Goers”
1 Carolina Lady December 11, 2016 at 10:49 pm
Thanks a million, Gil! Apologies from the Graphics Dept!
2 Carolina Lady December 12, 2016 at 12:18 am
Very interesting article!:
http://m.mlb.com/cutfour/2016/12/10/210863300
Thanks CL. Fine work as always. 🙂
4 Vox O'Reason December 12, 2016 at 8:20 am
Officer Varvaro is to be admired for sure. Tip o’ the cap to you, sir!
Proof there is life after baseball Vee. These guys are still really young men when the retire. Age is just a number… I feel like number 2 most of the time myself… 🙂
Proof there is life after baseball
And proof that not all professional athletes are knucklehead divas.
Ronald Acuna's season to date has been so good, we've dubbed him "The Answer to Everything" pic.twitter.com/6Mwg0LRBEf
— Melbourne Aces (@MelbourneAces) December 12, 2016
Chipper raved about Acuna last spring training. Keep an eye on this young #Braves prospect. https://t.co/UQeBWP7vZY
— Kevin McAlpin (@KevinMcAlpin) December 12, 2016
For some reason, I find the statement “The Answer to Everything” to very “Hitchhiker’s Guide To the Galaxy” like.. Nothing like a little Aussie wit… Another factoid: The Aces are the team Peter Moylan pitches for.
Which helps one to understand how a kid from La Guaira, Venezuela can end up 10,000 miles away down under…
11 Vox O'Reason December 12, 2016 at 11:08 am
I think something to note with regard to Ronald Acuna is that while he’s only 18 (19 next week), his trajectory suggests he could see ATL in as few as 2 years, more like 3 on the safe side. Given that Ender Inciarte is a fixture in CF for the next 2-3 years, does this make Mallex Smith even more expendable? I think it does.
Yes… I know that there is no such thing as a sure thing with prospects. I do know that. But you can sure count on a certain level from kids with so many tools, and Acuna is a “tools-y” player. The only thing missing now is raw power, but he’s still growing into his 6’0″/180 lb. frame. Most who see him believe he’ll develop more pop as he fills out.
Wonder if we could pair Mallex and Adonis to CHW for Todd Frazier? They need a CF after dealing away Adam Eaton, and they will need a 3B after dealing Frazier to us. 😀
Yes… I know that’s wishful thinking. But it is Christmas.
13 Vox O'Reason December 12, 2016 at 12:09 pm
Can you imagine the lineup with Frazier in it? We’d have 3 potential 30 HR bats for the first time since… what, 1998? (There were 4 in 1998: Gallaraga, Javy, Chipper & Andruw.) Am I overselling that? When was the last time the Braves had three 30 HR hitters? (Upon further review, it was 2003 with Javy, Sheff and Andruw.)
I want this lineup:
MattyK, LF (R)
Todd Frazier, 3B (R)
Kakes, RF (L)
SRod/Jace, 2B (R/L)
TFlow/Recker, C (R)
14 Gil in Mechanicsville December 12, 2016 at 12:19 pm
Todd Frazier, just try not to put him in too many DP situations, or maybe so? Would be a defensive upgrade, power verse average? Hasn’t that always been the great conundrum?
I am not worried about Acuna having the ability to hit for power, that is why his strike outs are up at this point. He is not a Bonifacio punch a judy hitter. He has some pop, he is not an all or nothing hitter either.
It is always good to have options. Having a player like Acuna allows for you to trade a player like Mallex. No problem with flipping him for a piece we can use now.
15 Vox O'Reason December 12, 2016 at 2:28 pm
Looks like both Kenley Jansen and Justin Turner are returning to LAD. Nice work keeping their 3 big FA’s in the fold. They’re shelling out alot of dough, though.
Rich Hill -> 3yrs/$48M
Justin Turner -> 4yrs/$64M
Kenley Jansen -> 5 yrs/$80M
I detect a common theme.
The Fish and gNats both swung and missed at all the top closer options. Ouch! Now what will they do?
The Braves have announced their minor league coaching staffs. Old friend Damon Berryhill joins the organization as AAA Gwinnett’s new manager. He was in the LAD system for the past 6 years. The staff’s are as follows:
AAA Gwinnett Braves:
Manager – Damon Berryhill
Pitching Coach – Reid Cornelius
Hitting Coach – John Moses
Trainer – Ricky Alcantara
AA Mississippi Braves:
Manager – Luis Salazar
Pitching Coach – Derrick Lewis
Hitting Coach – Ivan Cruz
Trainer – Kyle Damschroder
A+ Florida Fire Frogs:
Manager – Paul Runge
Pitching Coach – Dennis Lewallyn
Hitting Coach – Carlos Mendez
Trainer – Dave Comeau
A- Rome Braves:
Manager – Randy Ingle
Pitching Coach – Dan Meyer
Hitting Coach – Bobby Moore
Trainer – Nick Jensen
Rookie Danville Braves:
Manager – Nestor Perez
Pitching Coach – Kanekoa Texeira
Hitting Coach – Barbaro Garbey
Trainer – Vic Scarpone
Rookie Gulf Coast League Braves:
Manager – Barrett Kleinknect
Pitching Coach – Larry McCall
Hitting Coach – Rick Albert
Trainer – Drew Garner
Braves sign lefty John Danks to minor league deal. Okay, another player on whom the Braves are taking a flyer. He has not returned to pre shoulder surgery form. Should be a fun spring training.
19 Vox O'Reason December 13, 2016 at 7:43 am
Braves sign lefty John Danks to minor league deal.
Smacks of Lucas Harrell last year…
Hey, as long as they are just projects, they are welcome to sign any guy who has ever pitched. The Braves have made the reclamation of tired arm and shoulders into a bit of a cottage industry. The hook has been that these guys have not been really durable.
The exception might be Jim Johnson but perhaps it is how they are being used by clubs who traded for them.
True story: (as an example) When I was a teenager, I had a lot of cars, most were of the $50 variety. One was a 1950 Plymouth with a flathead 6 which I bought from an uncle. The one thing he told me was it was a solid car, and it was, but he warned me, it was a 55 mph car. like the Bill Cosby skit where he had one and if you went over 55 the car would say “cut it out”!
Anyway, he was right, it was a great car but the old flathead would not stand up to being dogged. Old pitchers are like that, they can be pretty steady but if you push them too hard, well, you end up with another player only good for the scrap heap.
Pitching coach (also known as The Miracle Worker). I guess we will find out if it was Roger or if it is a system wide philosophy. Kind of like buying a franchise, you are expected to follow a guideline pretty rigidly. Of course you could get carried away with it and become the New McDonalds, which to me is a lot like New Coke… a dud…
Collier County in SW Fla. today considers $100M #Braves spring training stadium proposal https://t.co/lz7qVp8j0W
— David O'Brien (@DOBrienAJC) December 13, 2016
Pitching coach (also known as The Miracle Worker). I guess we will find out if it was Roger or if it is a system wide philosophy.
While the team is pretty positive about newcomer Chuck Hernandez, it’s the return of Dave Wallace and Dom Chiti to the organization that the suits are really excited about. Those guys are specifically tasked with fine tuning the top pitching prospects. The other guy that the organization is very high on is Dan Meyer, who is the pitching coach at A- Rome. He worked with that amazing young rotation last season that had 5 starting pitchers among the league’s top 15 prospects – Touki Toussaint, Max Fried, Mike Soroka, Kolby Allard, and Patrick Weigel. All of those were 1st round draft picks but Weigel, who end the season as the Organizational Pitcher of the Year. I won’t be surprised at all to see Meyer move up in the ranks over the next few years.
#MLB bans ‘offensive’ rookie hazing, including dressing as women: https://t.co/0Nzto2Sego
— FanRag Sports MLB (@FanRagMLB) December 13, 2016
I get it. It really is kinda dumb. But I will forever remember the 2016 Braves rookies dressed as the ladies’ team from A League of Their Own. (Mallex is particularly disturbing…)
… and Recker looks like an East German Olympian.
The East Germans and the Russians were “transgender” long before it was cool… or at least that’s what their testing showed. Roid rage? Yep,
The Naples, FL muckety-mucks rejected the Braves Spring Training site proposal this morning by unanimous vote. Not only did they reject the proposal, the also voted to cease any further negotiations.
The Braves continue to be in talks with a group in Sarasota about a new site.
Personally, I think the Sarasota site would be far superior. A Naples location would have put them at the southern tip of the western FL teams, meaning they’d still have some relatively far travel to the Tampa/Clearwater area teams. Sarasota is right in the mid-point of the western FL teams. Seems a much better location to me.
Here is an old Grapefruit League map. The Nats and Astros will be moving south to share a new complex in West Palm Bach, leaving the Braves fairly isolated in Disney. The only fairly close team will be the Tigers in Lakeland.
So, My suggestion is for the Tigers and the Braves to look into a joint venture to move to a site as yet to be determined.
Municipalities have become smarter in their old age. Building a stadium which has a pretty low return on investment at tax payers expense is a non starter in these times. So, I cannot find fault with the Naples decision.
Too many cities, towns and counties have been burned by MLB.
The draw is just not all that great. I am not sure what the annual income is to any ML team as far as spring training is concerned. I do know that the ticket prices for the Braves at Buena Vista is way out of line for the product you receive in return.
Building a stadium which has a pretty low return on investment at tax payers expense is a non starter in these times.
Courtesy of Naples Daily News:
It could cost the county $101 million to build a stadium, buy the land and set up a parking lot, according the county’s feasibility study.
To pay for it, the county would have to borrow the money and raise its tourist tax, from 4 percent to 5 percent, to help pay down that debt.
The county estimated the stadium would pump about $25 million a year into the economy, through hotel stays, restaurants, sales tax and short-term rentals from fans who would travel here for spring training, County Manager Leo Ochs said.
That number comes from reviewing economic impact studies in Lee County, which hosts the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins, and Palm Beach County, home to the St. Louis Cardinals, Miami Marlins and, next year, the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals.
“We visited with the Lee County team, and we talked to Palm Beach County, along with our bond council and financial advisers, to look at these studies,” Ochs said. “They all seem to fall in around that $25 million per stadium in annual spending.”
So that tells me that it is actually a pretty good economic investment. I suspect that the Naples officials rejected it more because Naples is a high cotton retirement community, and are not interested in bringing in alot of outsiders for 6 weeks every spring. Not to mention the new temporary citizens will clog up their golf courses. Those commissioners are likely more concerned with their well heeled constituency than their city’s coffers.
Again, Sarasota is a better fit… both geographically and demographically.
I guess Sarasota would have to add motel accommodations house the temporary visitors, It was pretty slim picking as it was when I was there and the Orioles were playing. I’m sure they will figure it out.
I think the communist hellhole Venezuela explains it too….I imagine a lot of teams want to get the players (and their families) away from there as much as possible….keep hearing how there isn’t enough food there for people, keep hoping they will throw out Hugo Chavez’s replacement one of these days….
how up to date can that map be? I see no Vera Beach Dodgers…. . 😉
Ber, it’s pretty tough to throw a despot out when they control the military, the congress and the press. They also control the guns… They have learned at the knee of the masters, Castro, Stalin, Mao, just to name a few.
It is an excellent example of what you can accomplish with class warfare. You dupe the masses into believing it will benefit them and when it’s too late, you leave them holding an empty bag.
Vero Beach…good grief. Vera beach, vera nice beach, but I wouldn’t want to live there 😉
4 months from today, a new era of #Braves baseball begins at @SunTrustPark.#ChopOn pic.twitter.com/iuXmys6dJL
how up to date can that map be? I see no Vera Beach Dodgers
Vera… Vero… Glendale…
The Dodgers have been training in Glendale, AZ since 2009.
Just a little Berigan humor Vee…
That said, the Aces have a lot up their sleeves. Wondering if Mark Hamburger might be on the Braves plate?
#Braves sign OF Lane Adams to minor league deal. He's 27, hiit .266/.342/.388 w/ 44 SB (4 CS) for 4 AA/AAA Yanks & Cubs teams in '16. https://t.co/kJTOIWcuL8
Castillo gets 1-year deal, plus 2nd year player option with orioles.
Castillo gets 6M in '17, option is for 7M
Chances are Braves open 2017 with TFlow/Recker again.
I’m not expecting much more to happen with the Braves besides little things such as today’s minor league signing. Maybe still deal for a 4th OF, but I think they could go with somebody like this Lane Adams dude or even Boni. He isn’t gonna get much time anyway aside from the occasional late inning defensive replacement or pinch running duty. If one of our starting OF’s go down with any kind of injury, Mallex will be on the roster the next day.
I believe what we have now is pretty close to what we’ll lift the lid with.
Since there is so little news to discuss right now, let’s do a little speculation, shall we?
As it currently appears, our rotation for Opening Day 2017 looks to be as follows, with 2016 numbers:
Julio Teheran: 7-10, 3.21 ERA, 188.0 IP, 167 K’s, 1.053 WHIP
Bartolo Colon: 15-8, 3.43 ERA, 191.2 IP, 128 K’s, 1.210 WHIP
Jaime Garcia: 10-13, 4.67 ERA, 171.2 IP, 150 K’s, 1.375 WHIP
RA Dickey: 10-15, 4.46 ERA, 169.2 IP, 126 K’s, 1.367 WHIP
Mikey Folty: 9-5, 4.31 ERA, 123.1 IP, 111 K’s, 1.297 WHIP
Obviously these guys will jockey for “position” in spring, but if you line them up in ascending order by ERA, they’d look like this:
What I like about this is the fact that they are also in ascending order by WHIP. Coincidence? I think not. If you don’t let ’em on base, they can’t score… right?
I’ll look at our currently apparent 2017 lineup in a little while…
Okay, while the Braves starting pitching is not stacked with front line talent, (on paper), they have a lot of depth. No Lucus Herrells this season I don’t think. Who knows how much difference a healthy outfield will make this year.
Okay, not a huge number of perfect games forecast for the Bravos in 2017 but Folty and Julio certainly have that potential every time out.
If the trio of new hires can pitch games without giving up more than 3 runs per outing, the Braves have a good shot at winning more than they lose this season.
I am not at all certain the Braves can keep up the pace they set in September this year but when you have an offense routinely scoring 5 runs a game, you are pretty stout.
OK… I’m back. This time I’ll look at what I expect to be the 2017 OD lineup… excluding the possibility that the “always open for business” Coppy doesn’t pull a fast one on us:
Ender Inciarte, CF (L) .291/.351/.381, 3 HR, 29 RBI, 16 SB, 85 runs scored
Dansby Swanson, SS (R) .302 /.361/.442, 3 HR, 17 RBI, 20 runs scored (in 38 G)
Freddie Freeman, 1B (L) .302/.400/.569, 34 HR, 91 RBI
Matt Kemp, LF (R) .268/.304/.499, 35 HR, 108 RBI
Nick Markakis, RF (L) .269/.346/.397, 12 HR, 89 RBI
Sean Rodriguez, 2B (R) .270/.349/.510, 18 HR, 56 RBI
Adonis Garcia, 3B (R) .273/.311/.406, 14 HR, 65 RBI
TFlow, C (R) .270/.357/.420, 8 HR, 41 RBI (in 83 G)
*Recker, C (R) .278/.394/.433, 2 HR, 15 RBI (in 33 G)
By the way, MattyK slashed .280/.336/.519 after coming over from LaLaLand.
And if you extrapolate Dansby’s run production over a 162 game season, it would give him 13 HR and 73 RBI.
MattyK slashed .280/.336/.519 after coming over from LaLaLand
I was obviously living in the past with that one… kinda like training in Vera’s Beach…
Of course, MattyK came to us from The Fathers. But hey… all those Left Coast teams look alike to me, so…
Coppy on Ozzie:
We got an update late last week that he will be able to resume baseball activities in early January — ahead of schedule.
More Coppy, when asked about outside catching possibilities:
Also asked about Wieters by others — we are good with what we have, but if something crazy falls into our lap we would have to consider.
More Coppy, when asked “What player in the system do you believe will surprise people this year?”
I would say Acuna, but cat is out of bag there — maybe Cristian Pache or Bryse Wilson.
More Coppy, when asked about Kelly Johnson:
I’ve stayed in touch with Kelly throughout the off-season & spoke to him earlier this week. Terrific talent, better person, can help us.
… and very logical pickup for us, too. Experienced LH bench bat w/ moderate pop that has some D versatility.
… and we can always use another mid-level prospect or 2 from NYM at the trade deadline. 😉
More Coppy, when asked about the rotation come Opening Day:
Front four will be Teheran, Colon, Garcia, Dickey. Fifth spot will be competition between Danks, Folty, Wisler, Blair. Competition good!
I believe Folty is the early leader for the #5 spot. Gotta be his job to lose. At least in my mind it is…
I love this question, but Coppy’s answer more…
“Would you rather have an Albies sized Freddie Freeman or a Freddie Freeman sized Albies?”
Maybe the best question ever — it’s intriguing to think of what that might even look like — maybe with Snit’s mustache on both of them too
Actually, it’s very encouraging when a kid of Folty’s talent is not a lock, very encouraging. I hope all of the kids come into spring training full of piss and vinegar and making it really tough on the Braves front office on who to keep.
If any of the kids who don’t make it and go down and mope, well, they will know who to trade won’t they?
I think Jose Altuve has proven that size does not really matter. Talent does. 🙂
But I would take either… or another of equal talent
Coppy on AJ Minter:
AJ Minter is somebody we speak about often & likely to be a very big part of our 2017 team. Nasty in a good way.
Future closer.
I am of the opinion that as it stands, the positions which stand to benefit the most from and upgrade are 2nd, 3rd and catching. Now, all three are currently being manned by competent and adequate talent but you can always use and upgrade.
So, who is likely to be supplanted first. I’d say Adonis and Jace are equally at risk for losing their job. Both are decent players but when Ozzie is ready, he will be the new pivot man on the diamond.
Adonis still has options, I don’t think the Braves are in any hurry to replace him with a rookie. I don’t think I would buy a house in Atlanta if I were either one of them.
Best answer of the day, and the question itself doesn’t even matter:
Dasnby brings more than raw statistics or counting numbers — he’s a winner who does a number of things that lead to victories.
I’m starting to get really annoyed with people who cannot get past numbers alone. Numbers are a part of it, but certainly not all of it. Maybe some of these rubes need to actually watch a game now and then… 😡
Agree, Gil. But don’t discount SeanRod. I think even though he’s considered a “utility” guy, he’s an everyday bat. Once Ozzie makes the scene, SeanRod will probably supplant Adonis at 3B. It’s exactly why we haven’t heard about Coppy overtly looking for a 3B upgrade.
Q: “Is Alex Jackson viewed as a catcher right now?”
We are going to try it in the spring and see where it goes — if he can stay there and continue w/ power it’s a big upside play
Agree, I too believe SRod is more than a utility player. I suppose Jace will actually be the utility guy and Sean will be the primary 2nd baseman, at least until the Braves decide to promote Ozzie.
Manny Machado of the Orioles is a guy who has those intangible. He is not a numbers guy either but every baseball observer of the game agrees he makes everyone around him better.
I will not be surprised to see Jace and/or Adonis to start the season in Gwinnett or packages in a trade for someone we have not yet been made privy to.
“We are going to try it in the spring and see where it goes”
Q: “What prospect do you think has the best chance to make the opening day roster?”
Albies
Ahead of schedule in recovery, and the short and simple answer to a direct question. Says alot, IMO.
Bartolo Colon is getting after it in the Dominican Republic. He's chasing Marichal for the most wins by a pitcher from the DR. #Braves pic.twitter.com/8yBO5Z3oQh
— Jesse Sanchez (@JesseSanchezMLB) December 15, 2016
OK… this inspires me…
Yep, I think everyone is in concurrence with that.
Given the severity of his elbow injury, and the fact that he missed the end of the 2016 season… and given that he was not even considered for a late season call-up, I have concluded all along that the chances of Ozzie being on the Opening Day roster were mighty slim… in fact, close to zero. So the fact that Coppy answered the question so distinctly, without hedging, and without naming other names was quite surprising to me.
In most of the discussions I’ve read since last season, the prevailing opinion is that Ozzie isn’t considered until mid-June, after gaining another few months of development (officially), and when the team safely protects the additional year of control (unofficially).
To project Ozzie onto the Opening Day roster really creates some serious repercussions for the roster as a whole.
72 Carolina Lady December 16, 2016 at 2:41 am
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I have concluded all along that the chances of Ozzie being on the Opening Day roster were mighty slim…
… and after a night’s sleep (not a good night’s sleep, sadly, but sleep nonetheless), I stand by my assertion. No way Ozzie makes the OD roster. He’ll arrive in June at best, barring injury to SeanRod or Jace.
Why am I so convinced about that? Well… mid-June has him gaining another few months of development (officially), and safely protects the additional year of control (unofficially). Sounds familiar.
Is the additional year of control important when the team is pulling out all stops to be a contender in its first year in SunTrust Park?
I think it is. You don’t want Ozzie’s “clock” and Dansby’s “clock” to run concurrently. You don’t want to have to deal with their raises and/or extensions concurrently, and you sure as heck don’t want them entering their walk years concurrently.
Oh… and he probably still needs a couple more month’s seasoning. There’s that.
I think you are on to something Vee, as much as folks are clamoring, they can see him play 15 minutes up the road in Gwinnett.
More likely he will be brought up after Kelly Johnson is traded to the Mets again.
The more likely new face to break into the opening day line up will be a pitcher.
Here’s an interesting tidbit from Coppy’s Twitter Q&A yesterday that I missed. In fairness, I missed it because he switched over to Spanish for about a half hour then came back to English. I had no idea what he was answering. But this morning I found this is translation, courtesy of Tomahawk Take:
Q: Greetings from Mexico, John! Will there be any changes to the uniforms in the near future?
A: I think we’re going to change the uniforms, but I do not know the information & will not say any more now
Unless that lost something in the translation, it’s definitely news.
I think we’re going to change the uniforms, but I do not know the information & will not say any more now
I thought it had something to do with the deal cut with Underarmor.
Just an observation… John Danks’ fastball has topped out at 88 mph since his shoulder surgery but if there was anyone who he could learn from pitching with such a reduced velocity it would be Bartolo Colon. I would think Bartolo could help Colmenter too.
Latest stats on phenom hitting .375, going 27 for 72 with a .446 OPS. 13 steals in 16 attempts. 5 2B, 1 3B, 2HR 10W & 13Ks. Pretty heady stats for a kid who turned 19 today.
I’d be amazed if he didn’t start in Mississippi this season.
Uh.. That would be Ronald Acuna…
AKA The answer to everything.. 🙂
Yes, it is Monday… Woohoo… 🙂
Yes, Sean Newcomb's 71 walks in 140 IP in '16 at Double-A were way too high, but don't overlook the 152 K and only 4 HR allowed. #Braves
Fastball command is always the last thing to develop.
He should pitch all of 2017 at AAA to hone his control. His stuff is there… just have to fine tune. Right on schedule.
Yes Vee, people always want the phenom to be able to strike out 27 and pitch a perfect game as soon as the reach puberty. Always the problem when you have let you staff become depleted. Even the truly great have a pretty short shelf life.
A lot of weight is riding on Sean’s shoulders. If he does not become a bonafide ace because people will say the trading of Andrelton Simmons was a huge mistake.
I could live with him still being at short and Dansby playing second. Oh well, it’s pretty tough putting the toothpaste back into the tube.
I look at the Mets as having one of the best staffs ever assembled but young pitchers have not been very durable in modern times. I think it is the combination of always trying to hit triple digits on the radar gun and not pacing themselves by dialing it back a notch or two and throwing about 85%. I guess the real key is understanding how to pitch effectively at reduced velocities.
I think this will be the biggest influence that Bartolo will have on the youngsters in camp. He can always break out the old videos of him when he could smoke it to show that pitching is not the same as throwing.
Do you ever wonder if the folks that write about baseball, or even post comments about baseball that are so stat reliant above everything else, are naturally Democrats? not that Dems are statheads…just the insanity of their viewpoints, that no amount of common sense can correct…
on a mlbtr story that had a bit about Mallex Smith (basically saying the club would rather have him play every day in AAA than sit on the bench in the majors)
Democrat …
Blocking a good young player because of Matt Kemp is such a bad way to “rebuild.”
Republican (of course fearing being beaten up over thinking RBI’s mean something and staying way from mentioning that stat) It would be if Kemp was just an average player. He hit 35 home runs with a .268/.304/.499 clip. I’ll take that even with the low OBP and mediocre fielding.
Dem right after that comment… Matt Kemp isn’t even an average player.
very rare, sensible, rational , and therefore Republican Met fan 😉 ….
Tell that to Freddie Freeman. If you don’t think a guy who can drop 35 bombs hitting behind doesn’t give a good hitter in front of them better pitches to hit, well, you just haven’t watched enough baseball. Mallex certainly brings a different skill set such as speed and athleticism, but Matt Kemp brings a threat to your lineup which was seriously lacking before his arrival.
Remember that year that Chipper almost hit .400 towards the end of his career? If you don’t think that having a power threat behind him in a lineup (I.e. Mark Texiera) didn’t give Chipper more fastballs to hit and more pitchers challenging Chipper instead of walking him…?
Believe me, I’m a Mets fan, I watched a lot of years where David Wright was the only threat in a line-up and watched him get first pitch slider, 3-1 sliders, etc. and watch the Mets’ season end by the beginning of August.
A guy that can drop a bomb on you behind a good hitter makes all the difference in the world. Just look at what the Braves did after acquiring Kemp (along with get healthier), they were a much better team.
As a Mets fan, the Braves are scary this coming year. The couple of veterans they added to their rotation, coupled with their position player depth, makes them a decent threat. I don’t like their bullpen so much, but they’ll win games this year.
I actually see their lineup as good as any in the NL East
Repub… I have gained respect for some Mets fans out there. It just makes a world of difference when someone actually sees a team play often, even if you are from a division rival. All these people who don’t ever watch games from other teams and only look at WAR or other saber metrics for info will miss these untangibles that really make a difference. Matt Kemp may be bad in the field, but he made our entire lineup much better after his arrival on top of hitting his 35 HR’s. I love Mallex, but I wouldn’t replace Kemp with him. At least not at this stage.
Dem so far left that they have #donaldtrumpnotmyprez tattooed across his face…
chicks dig the long ball, and apparently so do Stan and logan, shame they ignore literally every other at bat, base running and fielding.
Mallex will be on the Gwinnett to Cobb shuttle. He will play plenty but he is not yet ready for a full time gig unless the Braves upgrade their offense at third. Look for him to be a fixture when the Braves play in American league parks and Kemp is utilized as the DH.
Of course we won’t know the impact of the off season on Kemp until he arrives in Orlando for ST. If he has slimmed down a bit, well, his defense may yet improve.
The Braves are hoping Nick Markakis continues to improve too as his value as a trade piece will never be higher than this season. I’m not advocating his leaving, just understanding the culmination of a plan. One thing to get a feel for is how the new park plays.
😡 Just lost a really long post.
Can’t replicate. Just know that I agree on Nick. Also you should look up Ray-Patrick Didder. I provided alot of reference. Too disgusted to do it again. 15 minutes of my life that I can’t get back.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C0K90w7UkAAy7MX.jpg:large
The kid who will make Markakis expendable.
Bowman, on newly acquired pitcher Jaime Garcia…
It’s concerning how drastically Garcia faded at around the 140-inning mark this past season, but if he gets off to a good start, Atlanta can try to sell high and then fill the rotation vacancy with Wisler, Blair or any of their other rising prospects who might become big league-ready at some point in June or July.
I think the same concept can be applied to Nick Markakis (Mallex Smith), Matt Kemp (Mallex) and even Jim Johnson (AJ Minter). Really, any veteran on this roster that’s on a short deal will have to be considered expendable at the deadline if the return is right for the Braves. Especially if there are youngsters knocking at the door.
Short term vets are a premium for a lot of teams in it to win it at trade deadline time. They are the short sale stocks of MLB.
On Didder, you just never can have too many good prospects.
Above especially true of relievers.
I sure hope that is the case, but he didn’t seem to get thru to the guys on the Mutts…they all throw 150 MPH it seems, and keep getting hurt….
they all throw 150 MPH it seems, and keep getting hurt…
#Braves SS Dansby Swanson is switching back from No. 2 he wore in his 1st 2 months in majors to his preferred No. 7 (Beckham had it in '16)
Hey… we’ll take whatever news we can get right now…
100 Vox O'Reason December 21, 2016 at 3:53 pm
Right now, a lot of folks are probably checking to see if they can return those Dansby No. 2 jerseys after Christmas….
I should have re-posted this one first… it might have made somebody drop their coffee. Then again, with this crowd, it might have led to a serious medical failure.
The Rangers have claimed LHP David Rollins on waivers from Philadelphia. RHP Tyrell Jenkins has been designated for assignment.
— John Blake (@RangerBlake) December 21, 2016
Yowser…
Tyrell should not fret, either he will be claimed off waivers or reassigned to the minors. It is simply making room on their 40 man roster. Hey, I’d take him back. He has a future in the show, just maybe not quite yet.
Well, the cat is out of the bag on this one…
http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/212009856/ronald-acuna-impressing-braves-in-australia/
104 Vox O'Reason December 22, 2016 at 10:36 am
Tyrell should not fret, either he will be claimed off waivers or reassigned to the minors.
He will be claimed. I’ll be surprised if he isn’t. It isn’t that he’s not a talented pitcher, but he had a long line of “higher ceilings” in front of him in ATL. I must admit I’m a little befuddled by Texas DFA’ing him for an injury risk guy though. Anyway, there are plenty of teams that have no idea who they’ll trot out there for their 5th starter in 2017. The Angels and Padres immediately come to mind. He should get a shot on a major league roster somewhere. I’ll be really surprised if he gets through all 30 teams and has to take a minor league deal or assignment.
So… not alot of news to go over… and as much as I should be working, I don’t appear to be.
Well, it’s been a little while since I posted an anticipated roster (with current players, of course). So why not?
Bartolo (R)
Jamie Garcia (L)
RAD (R)
There will be competition, of course, But this is how I anticipate it shaking out. For the record, all of Folty, Wisler and Blair have minor league options remaining. So that should not be a consideration.
Bullpen: (this is a little more complicated with options, Rule 5, etc.)
JimmyJohn, Closer, n/a
Viz, RH, 1 option remaining
Mauricio Cabrera, RH, 1 option remaining
Ian Krol, LH, 0 options remaining
Jose Ramirez, RH, 0 options remaining
Chaz Roe, RH, 0 options remaining
Armando Rivero, RH, Rule 5
Collmenter, RH, long reliever, n/a
Dan Winkler, RH, Rule 5, will probably open the season on the DL. Paco Rodriguez,LH, although he should be healthy, has a couple options remaining. That will likely land him in Gwinnett until someone goes down or gets traded. Same with Shae Simmons, RH, and Jason Hursh, RH.
“Go to” lineup:
SeanRod/Jace, 2B (R/L)
Adonis, 3B (R)
TFlow, C (R)
I think SeanRod will get the majority of the playing time at 2B, so I see that as a “loose” platoon. In fact, I’ll just place Jace on the bench below.
Recker, BUC (R)
Jace, IF/OF (L)
???, OF
The one spot on the roster that I think is yet to be filled is the 4th OF spot. The Braves could fill it internally with Mel Rojas, Jr. (S), a non-roster-invitee to spring. Considering the fact that he would be the last guy off the bench, and a defensive replacement at best, I think the Braves could go this route. But it would require a 40-man roster adjustment.
And let me qualify that statement. I’m not so sure Chase is a lock to make the team. But he is valuable as a utility type. So the team could trade him straight up for a more typical 4th OF type… one with a little more pop to come off the bench. That would hurt MelRo’s chances.
And my wildcard to scramble the bench picture even more is Rio Ruiz (L). A strong spring by him and he might just make the team in a pseudo-platoon role with Adonis, who historically is weaker against RH pitchers. So it makes a little sense. And in his favor is the fact that he’s already on the 40-man roster. But if Rio makes the bench, we have to have somebody who can back up CF. Currently, only Chase is that guy. Watch out for MelRo though, I think he’s got some game. I’m looking forward to seeing him in spring. This is his best last chance to make a major league roster before he starts appearing “old” and takes on the AAAA-player stigma.
And of course, all this is predicated with Mallex playing everyday in AAA, which I think is in the best interest of both team and player.
The Pirates sign Nova and are taking aim at trying to trade for Jose Quintana. Perhaps they will hang onto McCuthen but I doubt it. Pretty sure they will wait until spring training and see which teams suffer an injury to a front line outfielder. I think he had some issues last season which we are not being made aware. I look for him to bonce back in 2017.
I hope he recognizes this too, no need for him to mope. He will be in the show before the end of summer.
I agree on the situation at 2nd base. When Ozzie makes the jump, Jace will become the extra part. Ditto on Chase too, can he play center field? He has taken a turn or two there but I would expect the Braves to have Gwinnett on speed dial in the event Ender was going to miss more than a day or two.
BTW- The Braves picked up MelRo from PIT in May 2016, and he’s done nothing but hit everywhere he’s been, including in the Dominican Winter League currently. He slashed .270/.349/.491, w/ 10 HR’s and 34 RBI (and 5 triples) in 64 games in Gwinnett after arriving there. I cannot find any updated DWL stats, at least not in English. 😉
MelRo’s dad was a major league pitcher, and he’s related to Felipe, Matty and Jesus Alou, who are all “granduncles”, and Moises Alou, who is a cousin of some variety.
Chase is a decent CF, and is currently listed as the #2 guy there. It’s true that SeanRod can play it, but I think they’d prefer he didn’t have to. As we’ve mulled over many times, should there be along term injury to Ender, Mallex should certainly get the callup.
In my mind, though, I know I’d prefer a more prototypical 4th OF that can play all 3 spots capably. It’s nice to have the versatility of guys like Chase, Jace and SeanRod, but all of those guys have positions in which they are strongest. And that makes the team stronger.
And I still have a gut feeling that Chase is not on the OD roster. He’s SeanRod lite. Now that we have the full fledged SeanRod, Chase’s value is diminished IMO.
And it wouldn’t surprise me if Coppy doesn’t have one more rabbit to pull out of his hat before P&CR on Valentine’s Day. That’s what… roughly 7 weeks?
Sounds like a solid candidate Vee. I’m sure he will get a lot of playing time in ST. Let the best 25 make the team.
I would not be surprised to see the Braves package Jace and/or Chase along with a couple of prospects for some low level/high ceiling prospects before the end of spring training. Teams are always looking for ways to clear space on their 40 man rosters.
I would love to add Andrew McCruchen but for the cost. If the Braves had not already added Matt Kemp, I think he would be a target.
As a baseball fan, I love parity in the game. No one really likes all the wins to be in one camp except the band wagon riders. Keep it interesting and let the team with the most heart prevail.
Being cool under fire is what separates the rookies from the vets.
I’m looking for the Mets to make a push for Cutch. It’s the kind of splash they crave. And he’s just the type of guy they like to obtain… glorious past, questionable future.
I guess the Mets have resolved their money issues.
With the questionable return to full strength by David Wright, he would fill a need. We have seen how long it takes to recover for cervical disc surgery with Nick Markakis. A couple of years for sure.
Braves “extend” Ender Inciarte. Appox $30MM for 5 years. Sounds good to me.
Merry Christmas to us, huh?
#Braves Agree to Terms with OF Ender Inciarte (@Enderdavid18) on Five-Year Contract. Details: pic.twitter.com/pgQa8qbHGr
Braves & Inciarte agree to 5-year, $30.5M extension
$3.5M bonus
2017 $2M
'18 $4M
'22 $9M option ($1.025 buyout)
— Mark Bowman (@mlbbowman) December 23, 2016
Given the escalating salaries in baseball today, this is a pretty dang good deal for the Braves.
I am very excited to be part of this amazing organization for years to come 🙏🏼 https://t.co/Cxz7iA7jkt
— Ender Inciarte (@Enderdavid18) December 23, 2016
We’re excited too, Ender… we’re excited too.
The Reds claim Tyrell Jenkins off waivers from Texas. Did not think he would drift long. Cleveland helped their cause as well as their fan base with the signing of Encarceon to a 3 year deal.
MelRo’s dad was a major league pitcher, and he’s related to Felipe, Matty and Jesus Alou, who are all “granduncles
I saw gran duncles , which made me chuckle…which shows the how very sophisticated my wit is 😉
Just want to take a moment to wish each of you a very special, blessed and meaningful Christmas. The coming New Year will be an exciting one for all of us, hopefully. Love to each of you!
Backatcha CL, and to the rest of the gang too.
Merry Christmas gang…. 🙂
Hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! 🙂
I was busy before we left to see friends last night, and forgot to check in here….
Timing is everything. Was working on my old Gateway and poof!!!! Just gave up the ghost. Oh well, made the investment of a new lap top for Ms Josie for Christmas a win win for me, I will inherit her older ASUS, too bad for my daughter who wanted the Gateway but I think I still have a new hard drive that will fix the problem… glad everything is backed up.
Now baseball, Braves sign another back up catcher. I think he will push the issue in spring training.
Braves signed David Freitas in November. His lifetime numbers are pretty good. He was signed as a minor league free agent off the Orioles roster. I’ll try to fill in the blanks later. After all, he has been on the Braves minor roster for a month.
A bit of information on Freitas, he is a career minor league catcher who has always hit well. Better in AAA than AA. He was a 15th round pick of the Nationals in 2010. He is now 28 years old. He has bounced for the Nats to the Athletics and the Cubs to finally the Orioles. His knock has been his inability to throw out runners.
Tyler Flowers’ percentage on throwing out baserunners is down from career norms last season. At some point, folks have to understand it is not just the catcher who has to be part of the equation on caught stealing. So many young pitchers last season contributed to those declining numbers. Slow to the plate, not being able to hold runners, being too predictable in their motions. Those are all things young pitchers have to learn on their way up the ladder. There is a lot more to pitching than just throwing the ball to the catcher. It’s why so many prospects fail. They have to think so much.
Anyway, the guy can hit. We shall see, unless the Braves pull a fast one and somehow snags Wieters, I think he will get a decent tryout during spring training. The tip off might just be what number he is assigned next spring.
Ronald Acuna’s season has been cut short by Visa issues by his native Venezuela. I guess he has not learned the art of paying the kickbacks and bribes normally necessary when dealing with a South American socialist country.
Honestly, how hard can it be? Oh, forgot, dictator in charge who see dollar signs for an valuable export. C’mon Braves, send a rep down to help him out.
132 Vox O'Reason December 27, 2016 at 9:08 am
Yep… Ronald Acuna busted onto MLB’s radar, and in the process landed on the radar of the fascist Maduro regime. Let the shakedown commence.
Freitas is another AAAA catcher, much like Recker. That said, I thought Recker did a pretty good job as a backup in ATL last season. I don’t think I’d want to trot him out there for 82+ games, but for what he did…
2016: .278/.394/.433
Pretty solid numbers. However…
Career: .200/.284/.350
A bit less inspiring. I see the signings of Gosewisch and Freitas more as hedging the bet on Recker. Should 2016 prove to be an anomaly, and Anthony regress back to his career norm, then there are other options.
At this point, I’ll be shocked if Coppy brings in Matt Weiters. I think that ship not only sailed long ago, I don’t think it ever really came close to Coppy’s harbor. That seems to be something the media matched up and has continued to try to marry. But from an ATL fan perspective, it doesn’t make much sense.
All you have to do is look at Weiters’ 2016 offensive numbers to see that it wouldn’t even be much of an upgrade.
TFlow 2016: .270/.357/.420, 8 HR, 41 RBI
Solid even if not eye popping.
Weiters 2016: .243/.302/.409, 17 HR, 66 RBI
So he hit 9 more HR… This nouveau ATL team is counting on more OBP than pure power. Heck, if power were the key, the version that crushed 222 HR’s in 2006 would have run away with it. Oh wait… that team was the one that missed the playoffs for the first time in 14 years…
IMO, Coppy might still work a deal for an under the radar guy before spring, but I think we’ll go into 2017 with the tandem of TFlow/Recker and the aforementioned backups waiting in the wings.
And then in 2018, Jonathan Lucroy hits the FA market. But I’m getting way ahead of myself.
Braves’ Mallex Smith pulled from Puerto Rico after re-injuring side https://t.co/0Md2qgJYgY pic.twitter.com/e7gYh4nJdV
From the above-referenced piece:
Smith, 23, wanted to continue playing in Puerto Rico, but the Braves brought him home as a precautionary measure after the side-muscle injury flared again. He played in only five games for Mayaguez, posting a .375 on-base percentage and going 5-for-20 with two doubles, three RBIs, four walks, two strikeouts and two stolen bases. All the games were in a six-day stretch Dec. 13-18.
Side injury = lat… really a pesky thing. I have no idea of how you condition yourself to prevent it. I do know the only treatment is rest.
Smart for the Braves to pull him to prevent him for being lost for extended periods in 2017.
On Weiters, I;m okay with it either way. Unfair to put too much stock in the numbers when a player is coming back from an injury. Still, I don’t see the Braves burning a draft pick (compensation pick) and spending a ton of money when they don’t have to.
Another Scott Boras client who got some bad advice.
If you are going to spend that kind of money, I’d rather have McCutchen. Then trade Markakis.
And while I really like Mallex, I would not be all that adverse to trading him. Their are some real gems in the pipeline.
Dang auto correct… THERE…. not THEIR
Still, I don’t see the Braves burning a draft pick (compensation pick)
No pick involved. The O’s didn’t extend a QO since Weiters burned them in 2015 by actually accepting it. They weren’t taking any chances this year.
That said, Weiters is a declining asset with a premium price tag. If he weren’t a catcher, this wouldn’t even be front page news. And you’re right in that Boras isn’t doing him any favors. It’s not hard to sell an iPhone 5, but not a iPhone 7 prices. I think Coppy is content with his Galaxy s4.
Braves sing another lefty reliever to a minor league deal. Andrew Albers, a 31 year old pitcher who had experienced brief stints with the Twins and the Blue Jays. Look for him to work out of the Gwinnett pen.
This is what makes baseball such a great game:
You made me promise when I was a kid to give you my first MLB hit, and jersey. Merry Christmas pops! I love you. pic.twitter.com/6ucByVsuxB
— Rio Ruiz (@ruiz_rio) December 25, 2016
143 Vox O'Reason December 28, 2016 at 12:35 pm
Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com has posted 10 prospects ready to surge in 2017. Among them:
Max Fried, LHP, Braves’ No. 11 prospect: Fried missed nearly two years of competitive baseball following Tommy John surgery, first with the Padres and then finishing the rehab process with the Braves after coming over in the Justin Upton trade. Fried topped 100 IP in 2016, missed a lot of bats and got a lot of ground-ball outs. The gloves could come off for the lefty in ’17, and he could start showing why he was a Top 10 pick back in ’12.
He’s a top-of-the-rotation type pitcher that I expect to show up in ATL in 2018. He’ll take one of the spots currently occupied by Bartolo and RAD. By 2019, he’ll be in our top 3.
A lot of the fanatics that dominate the boards will forget all about the bad mouthing they laid on the Johns when these kids finally make it to the show. It is tough watching the sausage being made, especially when you see them slaughter the hog. The latter is a sight that is indelibly imprinted on my memory.
and Weiters plays/Played in a tiny bandbox, with everyone and their brother hitting homers in front of him, behind him…. no doubt borass is asking for a 5-6 year contract for this “elite” catcher….
Funny thing is… the new fad among scouts is the whole “pitch framing” thing. And apparently Weiters ranks in the bottom half of MLB in that category. That’s what’s killing his market.
Ber, I think it all comes down to price As long as the Braves don’t overpay, I think Weiters is an upgrade. I would not put a lot od stock in last season’s numbers because he was coming off an injury. That said, he was coming off and injury. That in itself is likely why Baltimore passed on signing him to stay in the AL East.
So, we shall see who blinks first, Weiters, Boras or Coppy?
I would have rather signed Wellington but the Os stepped into that opening, another reason the Braves need to be mindful of Weiters’ likely contributions going forward.
Pitch framing = poor recognition of the strike zone by supposedly major league umpires.
I’m not talking about pitches on the black, I’m talking about pitches clearly in the opposite batter’s box.
Curve balls are obviously the toughest pitch for an ump to get a clear read on.
Hmmm… seems the Chris Archer rumors are rising up again. This time the names involved are Ozzie, Folty and Ian Anderson. Hefty price, but super talented and young ace in return. If we could get away with just those 3 with maybe another lesser throw-in, I’d lean toward it.
Funny Vee, Ozzie and Folty are two of the names I threw out there yesterday on a twitter thread. Ozzie is a super talent but not a deal breaker with Kevin Meitia in the pipeline. I’d say the talent mentioned is on a par with what Boston gave up for Sale.
Of course, every time I see Elvis Andrus I am reminded of what we gave up for Texeria.
Folty is a good pitcher on the cusp of being a great pitcher but Archer is already a great pitcher, He would make the Braves instantly relavent.
Of course giving up that much, you wonder what else it would take to get Quintana from the ChiSox?
Not just Kevin Maitan, but Travis Demeritte as well.
So here is the thing, as highly rated as Ozzie is, we don’t know how he will fare against big league pitching.
If he were traded, he almost certainly would play shortstop for the Rays.
http://www.talkingchop.com/2016/12/30/14108312/the-atlanta-braves-front-office-approval-poll
Above is a link to an opinion poll on how we think the Braves front office is doing. To be honest, other than the Hector Olivera trade, I cannot really complain. Okay, maybe the Simmons for Sean Newcomb and friends but I think it is still too early to accurately judge that one.
The same could be said of some of the John Schuerholz trades too. ie the farm for Texiera. Trading away Justice and Jermaine Dye. One was spite, not sure about Dye but Lockhart and Michael Tucker were no where near the talent level of Dye.
But it is all ancient history now isn’t it?
WISHING EACH OF YOU A BLESSED AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
SIGH! Another year in the books…
Okay, seriously, a couple of pretty doggone good showings by Bama and Clemson. Should be another barn burner Monday week.
On Acuna’s visa troubles… upon further review, what is the snag? Lying about his age? Changing his name? Not paying off the local officials? One has to wonder why this suddenly popped up? He must have gone home for a visit during the Christmas break of the ABL.
157 Gil in Mechanicsville January 1, 2017 at 12:49 pm
Cruising around the web, I spotted an opine which posed the possibility of the Braves signing free agent Luis Valbuena to play third base, while it was originally pose that he could platoon with Garcia, Valbuena is really an everyday player. With that, I thought the more likely scenario would be that SRod would move to third and Ozzie be brought up if Garcia proved to be unproductive this spring.
The first two months are always the “feeling out” period for all teams anyway. Ruiz is another good possibility to make the team coming out of spring training. It’s tough balancing out a line up every day for every ML team. After all, only one will take the big trophy at the end.
And everyone has to make it through the WBC in addition to ST.
It’s just like a nice car though, in order for it to stay that way, you pretty much have to leave it parked in the garage. Can’t do that with players who give it their all.
Interesting human interest story:
http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/212573114/osus-urban-meyer-was-a-braves-minor-leaguer/
smh Wonder why I don’t actually THINK before I write something?? sigh
Normally, I view spring training records with a jaundiced eye but I have noticed a correlation of late with the Braves horrible spring training record and their horrible record period. I still think spring training records should be taken with a grain of salt but I hope they can improve this year.
161 Vox O'Reason January 3, 2017 at 9:36 am
Good morning and Happy New Year. As a friendly public service, allow me to refresh everyone’s memories on the key upcoming dates:
Arb dates:
1/10 -> Deadline for eligible players to file for salary arbitration.
1/13 -> Deadline for teams and players to exchange $$ figures.
2/1-21 -> Arb hearings.
[If the sources I read are correct (I sound like Ken Rosenthal), Vizzy and Krol are our only remaining arb eligible players.]
Spring Training dates:
2/14 -> P&CR
2/18 -> 1st full squad workout
2/25 -> 1st ST game vs. TOR
2017 regular season:
4/3 -> Season opener @ NYM
4/14 -> Home opener vs. SDP
Estimating the 2017 salaries for both Viz and Krol, as well as estimating the salaries for the 4 pre-arb guys on the expected roster, the Braves will open the 2017 season with a payroll in the neighborhood of $119M.
That’s right… $119M.
Can no longer accuse Liberty Media of being cheap. $119M for a team that isn’t expected to realistically contend is not cheap.
Of course, there’s only about $76M committed for 2018. 😉
163 Vox O'Reason January 3, 2017 at 11:35 am
Are the Braves done making moves for 2017? And of course, I mean making “big” moves… there will always be tweaks here and there.
But are they content at catcher? At 3B?
Are they content with the bench?
Are they content with the bullpen?
I think the team will go to ST with Flowers/Recker behind the plate again.
I think they could still address 3B, but the conditions would have to be just right. I think they probably will still address the bench, but maybe not until closer to ST when unsigned guys are getting antsy.
The bullpen is a bit of a mystery to me. I think there are alot of candidates for the 7 spots… but I also think there are alot of question marks. It wouldn’t surprise me if they were to acquire an established setup guy to get to JimmyJohn, especially since it was the setup men that proved to be key to the Cubs and Indians during their WS runs. Teams are starting to see that the 7th and 8th innings are just as important as the 9th.
Currently, the Braves setup men appear to be the extremely inconsistent Arodys Vizcaino, the inexperienced Mauricio Cabrera, and the unproven Jose Ramirez. And while all 3 of them may still prove to be effective, none of them are known assets going into the season.
So to me, that may be the one area in which the team still makes a move to improve.
One more thing on the bullpen…
I should not have so quickly dismissed Ian Krol, who was pretty good in 2016. But he’s the only LH that appears to be a lock for the ‘pen, so he’ll probably be used more situationally. The health of LHRP Paco Rodriguez will obviously impact that status though, if he’s healthy. IMO, Paco will open 2017 on the DL, and immediately begin a rehab tour through the minors to get his feet wet again… and to buy a little time for Coppy to see exactly what he has in the ‘pen.
Can’t disagree on the status of the pen at this point. Spring training stats for relievers can be a bit misleading as often lesser prospects are pitted against minor league or fringe talent. Traveling squads are filled with prospects too. I guess that is why ST stats and records can be so misleading.
Still, it’s baseball which is infinitely better than no baseball.
Best of all, it’s not politics.
Perhaps it’s best to just watch and evaluate the talent as it is presented to us. No one should take their positions for granted.
Lastly, if they will play with the same intensity they played with the final month of the 2016 season, I think we will all be pleasantly surprised.
167 Vox O'Reason January 3, 2017 at 3:17 pm
The #Padres have claimed RHP Tyrell Jenkins off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds.
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) January 3, 2017
Dude is crisscrossing the country…
Nice piece on some guys we’ve talked about at length, and a few we haven’t yet noticed:
Swanson, Albies lead rich Braves system | Atlanta stocked with strong arms, but not short on position prospects
Great thing about baseball, every season allows for everyone to hit the reset button.
Extremely slow news cycle for baseball… like pond water. Nothing to report.
On a completely random side, I just read that Black Country Communion is reuniting for a new album this year.
Hey… at least it’s news. 🙄
Yes, everything is politics, football and basketball…. not in that order.
Oh well, I guess that is why journalist reporters hacks feel compelled to make up stuff.
Not sure that this registers as “news”, but it is something to chew on, anyway.
Paul Lebowitz over at Fan Rag Sports has made predictions for the Top 10 remaining FA hitters, and listed this at #8:
8. Luis Valbuena
Valbuena is similar to [Trevor] Plouffe, but is more of a feast-or-famine player. Part of that might have been tactical with his former club, the Houston Astros, disregarding batting average and strikeouts and giving him the green light to look for a pitch in his zone and try to hit it to Mars. He’ll walk and he’ll hit home runs. Plenty of teams can use a versatile, lefty-swinging power bat, but there’s not an obvious spot for him to get semi-regular playing time.
PREDICTION: Atlanta Braves, One-year, $7 million
Given the dearth of a LH bench piece – Jace is the only one at the moment, and he’s supposedly a platoon player – it makes a little sense. But The Johns have shown a propensity toward more versatile bench pieces, and Valbuena is not that. But he does have pop.
I’ll take this prediction with a grain of salt and give it a < 50% chance of happening.
Slight correction on the above… it is for the Top 10 remaining FA’s… pitchers and hitters.
Regarding Valbuena… isn’t he just a LH version of Adonis? Unless you just want to set up a strict platoon, then I don’t see the reason. It also minimizes what SeanRod can contribute, especially once Ozzie hits the scene. We just invested fairly generously into SeanRod. I kind of expect him to play.
Just chumming the waters Vee, just chumming the waters to see what might float to the surface.
Saw a picture of Adonis on twitter the other day, the dude looks ripped and ready to play. I would love to see Matt Kemp show up in similar condition.
I think Adonis keeps reading all the post about how he is the weak link and perhaps he wants to show the brass he is serious about winning the job. While I don’t know that his loss of body fat will translate into a higher BA, it should at least improve his stamina and speed (range).
Looking forward to spring training.
As for ARod and his utilization. The ball is in his court if you ask me. He can play several positions and will be in the line up against lefties and depending on Jace and how soon the Braves want to bring up Ozzie (not before June I would wager) He will try to be in the line up at least 5 out of every 7 games either at 2nd or 3rd.
There are 5 players (other than pitchers) who I would say are locks to start nearly every day for the Braves in 2017. 2nd and 3rd are the areas the Braves can make the most impact.
2018 is a whole ‘nother season. I strongly expect Nick Markakis to be traded mid season and depending on Kemps contributions, I will be surprised to see him in Atlanta in 2018. Let’s see if he dropped 20 or so pounds this winter. Of course, I am not worries about pounds as much as BMI. Tone it up Bro…
Let’s see if he dropped 20 or so pounds this winter. Of course, I am not worries about pounds as much as BMI. Tone it up Bro…
Too cool…
Color shot of Chavez Ravine being shaped to build Dodger Stadium, ca. 1960. @Dodgers pic.twitter.com/YSnoFpVCzu
— MLBcathedrals (@MLBcathedrals) January 5, 2017
Pretty cool, would never get approved the EPA today but that is another saga.
Well, at least Coppy tried. I guess we will see if the Braves may have dodged a bullet.
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/01/brandon-phillips-blocked-november-trade-to-braves.html
the Braves may have dodged a bullet.
Indeed they did. His numbers have fallen way off. The story only says “in November”. I’d like to know if it was before or after the SeanRod signing. Personally, I think SeanRod makes us a stronger team than BP would have. If BP would have kept us from signing SeanRod, I am sure we dodged a bullet. And having both makes little sense aside from some additional name recognition for 2017.
At issue was an extension… BP is demanding an extension from any team that acquires him, or he’ll do what he did and use his right to refuse the deal. The Braves only wanted him for the 1 remaining year, and any extension would have been completely counter to the team’s rebuild Plan. So in essence, it isn’t really a story.
In fact, I love Coppy’s quote on the subject:
“We explore a myriad of trade opportunities, some which make more progress than others, and some which get more media attention than others. Trades aren’t done until they are done.” (Courtesy of Bowman)
And I suppose I agree with that attitude. It does kinda make me wonder what deals get close that we never hear about. I bet we’d be quite surprised to know some of them.
Bowman: According to Rosenthal, the Braves moved on to sign infielder Sean Rodriguez.
So there ya go. That clarifies the timeline. Thank goodness BP blocked that deal.
Weird that BP and Joey Votto refuse to be traded from a team that is in full rebuild mode….I understand folks wanting to just play for 1 team, but….isn’t winning pretty cool too?
If they played for the Cards, nearly always in the playoff hunt, fans that are often called the best in baseball…that’s different. But Cincy?
I guess they don’t want to leave that bandbox 😉
It does kinda make me wonder what deals get close that we never hear about.
Like the Barry Bonds to Atlanta trade that was nixed by Bonds at the last minute. So Maddux was signed instead.
I guess it is a lot like me looking at cars, lots of trades I didn’t make…
Okie dokie… looks like I won’t be going outside for a while. Snowing to beat the band. BAH!
We dodged the snow bullet here in God’s country. We got a slight dusting, but that’s it. Our roads were completely driveable Saturday morning. But a mere half hour up the road the adjacent county got a couple of inches. In fact, their school system is closed today still due to driving conditions. Go figure. When I looked at the weather system tracking across Georgia, my little slice of America was literally right along the bottom edge. And while many of the folks around here complained that we didn’t get any snow, and made the obligatory jokes about the weather forecasters, I was and still am grateful that we didn’t covered by the “white death”.
In my job, I work 95% of the time from home. Great setup of which I do not take for granted. And when I do have to make the occasional foray out into the real world, it’s usually not very far.
Well Friday, with the impending weather system of doom closing in on the terrified South, I had to drive 2 1/2 hours south to middle GA and do about an hour’s worth of research, then turn around and head back the same 2 1/2 hours to the NEGA regional satellite office of my business, a/k/a home. What are the chances? I almost never have to do anything like that, and the one day I must it’s on Winter Storm Warning day. God surely has a sense of humor.
Since everyone north of Macon (which my target office barely was) was braced for Snowmagedden 2017, I called to make sure that they would even be open. In truth, I called when I was already about an hour into my drive. Part of me wanted them to say, “Stay away”, but the more sensible part of me was well aware that I was facing a rigid deadline and needed to complete my quest. Anyway… they informed me that they were currently open, but couldn’t guarantee anything by the time I got there. I continued on my journey and reached my destination shortly after noon, just as the Winter Storm Warning officially took effect. They were still open, and I was not wasting any time in my task. And sure enough, I was ready to head back about 1:30pm. They rain had just begun there, and was expected to turn to the dreaded “wintry mix” as the temps dropped. Since the mayor of Atlanta, an obvious weather expert, called for everyone to be off the metro area roads by 4pm, the normal traffic patterns were all screwy on the interstates, so I hit the back roads to trek back to God’s country. So there I am boogying across the normally scenic state highways in what at times was a very hard rain. Bleh! I hate driving in rain! According to my calculations, I should have gotten home sometime right after the magical 4pm witching hour. Factoring in a necessary drive-thru diversion, and an even more necessary fuel stop, I finally got back to my safe haven at 4:30pm… and it was still raining, but just raining. And it continued to rain for much of the evening.
I woke up about 4am and got up to look outside, expecting to see a Winter Wonderland. Instead, I saw “I Wonder where the Winter is” land.
But the best part is that the family had made preparations to be bunkered in for a couple of days, so we took the whole day Saturday and watched movies in our pajamas. Well, the movies weren’t in our pajamas. Let me restate – we took the whole day, stayed in our pajamas, and watched movies. It was a pretty great day.
Yes, God does have a sense of humor, but also a great Grace. Thank you Lord.
Carefully transitioning from stuff to Braves…
More chatter over the weekend about the Braves looking to improve at 3B. Nothing of substance of course. I think some of the noise makers just need something – anything – to talk about, so they invent scenarios.
Luis Valbuena’s name continues to be mentioned in connection with ATL, but I think it’s due more to it being a “fit” on paper and less to any actual interest shown between parties.
Trevor Plouffe has also been named, but he makes zero sense. He’s the equivalent of Adonis but at a higher price. I think there is a national aversion to Adonis. He’s not Longo, but he’s not Jim Pressley either.
The new name on the national lips is Aaron Hill. He’s a utility IF who is about the equivalent of Chase d’Arnoud, but without the guitar. I’ll just keep Chase, thankyaverymuch.
And the final mention goes to the Royals, who are reportedly listening on 3B Mike Moustakas. And while I love his nickname, Moose’s numbers aren’t really a great improvement over Adonis either. But he does swing from the LH side of the plate, and that is significant since the Braves have become kind of RH heavy. But he’d be a trade piece that would cost a prospect. Not sure the Braves would give that up when they could just sign Valbuena off the FA pile for just cash.
IMHO, if the Braves make another addition, it’ll be a true 4th OF. But that’s a horse that I’ve beaten many times over and don’t wish to revisit. Best fit for need = LH bat + good speed + good defense at all 3 OF spots.
Now watch Coppy make a liar out of me this week and acquire a new 3B…
Here’s how I see it all playing out for 2017…
The Braves begin the new season with pretty much the roster they have right now, plus 1 bench addition.
The Braves start both Ozzie and Mallex at AAA Gwinnett for 2017, with Mallex getting alot of time in RF.
SeanRod and Jace share 2B, with SeanRod often spelling Adonis when Jace is in the lineup. SeanRod starts 5-6 games a week at 2B, 3B and the occasional LF here and there.
Ozzie gets the callup in mid-June, conveniently preserving the additional year of team contractual control and takes over at 2B full-time, batting 8th to ease his entry into the lineup and provide that bottom-of-the-order speed that transitions well to the top-of-the-order speed. Jace becomes the team’s defacto utility IF. SeanRod now makes the lion’s share of starts at 3B with Adonis going to the bench, if he’s not traded at the deadline. Kakes is traded at the deadline, with Mallex making his triumphant return to ATL as our new RF. The lineup now possesses a nice mix of OBP, speed and power:
SeanRod, 3B (R)
Mallex, RF (L)
Ozzie, 2 (S)
As for the abovedefined 4th OF, the Braves could do worse than the familiar FA Gregor Blanco.
Of course the often foretold trade of Markakis only occurs if 1) The Brave are legitimately out of it by the trade deadline or 2)Someone makes the Braves an offer simply too good to pass up.
As much as we have all talked about Nick’s forthcoming trade, the Braves would be giving up a very reliable RBI producer. I don’t think he has been given enough credit for that part of his game. He was clearly damaged goods when he played his first year after surgery but he appears to be fully recovered now.
Yep, I really like Gregor, I won’t be surprised to see him signed to a minor league deal with an invite. That pesky 40 man roster keeps getting in the way.
I think everyone in baseball views the the Braves most glaring needs (or ares of most likely improvement) are 2nd and third base. It’s a given. I view it as a great incentive for both Jace and Adonis. Still, a player can perform only to the level of the talent they possess. Adonis made a huge leap last season, maybe a bit more is in store.
In the meantime, it gives us something to blog about.
I also believe there may be a good 4th OF candidate already in the fold, even if not on the 40-man. Mel Rojas, Jr. might fit the bill. I think MelRo could compete. It’s the proverbial “$#!+ or get off the pot” year for him, and he does have a spring invitation.
And DOB adds this today:
#Braves still considering adding bench player, KJohnson a candidate, possibly Francoeur, others. Roster is at 40, but could DFA someone.
— David O'Brien (@DOBrienAJC) January 9, 2017
P&CR in 36 days (Feb. 14)… not that I’m counting…
I’m thinking our weather is bipolar. Going from teens to lower 70s in just a couple of days time? Littlejohn is sitting only a few inches from the infrared heater in this room.
I can hardly wait for the warm up. Snow for me equals entrapment. I am hoping the combination of a warm up and rain will allow me to rejoin society.
And, I think your cat is smart… I have been spending a lot of time hibernating.
The main topic of conversation by the pundits appears to be if the Astros will trade a bunch of their prospects for Quintana. I know if the Braves were in a similar position of being perhaps one front line pitcher away from being a probable WS team, I would be all in. Then again, we saw how well that worked out for the Braves when they cleaned out their farm for Texieria. Sure did help the Rangers become relevant though.
So, tough call. Savanna Guy is still steamed over the trading of Wainwright to the Cards a bazillion years ago. Oh to be a fly on the wall for that one, but, I digress… 🙂
198 Vox O'Reason January 10, 2017 at 7:38 am
What most people overlook about the Wainright/JD Drew trade was that Drew was fantastic for the Braves in 2004. And to come in and replace Gary Sheffield (who had bolted for the big Yankee $$) in RF was a formidable task for any player. But all Drew did was slash .305/.436/.569 and pound 31 taters while driving in 93, filling the huge void in the middle of the lineup left by Shef. Oh yeah… and he was 6th in MVP voting that season, his only season in the top 10.
Had Drew re-signed and stayed here more than just 1 season, that trade would have a whole different tenor to it.
The miscalculation wasn’t in giving up Wainright, it was in assuming that the kid from Hahira, GA would take a hometown discount to return. John #1 had been given alot of leeway to sign and re-sign whomever he wanted for 14 years, but Time Warner was already in the process of paring down the payroll to sell the team, which they did 3 years later. The Homeboy Upstairs couldn’t match the free-spending Dodgers’ 5-year/$55M deal and Drew was gone to the other side of the continent faster than you could say “cha-ching”.
The Braves payroll in 2003 was $106,243,667, 3rd in all of MLB. In 2004 it dropped to $88,507,788, 8th highest. And it dropped again in 2005 to $85,148,582… 10th. Had Time Warner just allowed JS to maintain his +/- $100M payroll, JS could have easily matched LAD’s $11M annual check and Drew would have likely remained in the south for a few more seasons.
I guess my point is simply this… we hear all the time about teams giving up talented prospects for a proven star. The difference in 2017 as opposed to 2004 is that the player’s contract status plays a bigger role in trade negotiation and compensation than ever before. In fact, it was trades like Drew and Tex that woke up GM’s to the fact that they were trading more than just talent… they were trading contracts.
So I don’t have any gripes about the Wainright/Drew trade. JS was doing what JS had been doing for 14 years, except that suddenly his well financed boat had sprung a leak and Time Warner refused to spring for a cork.
Now the Teixeira trade is a different story. JS had already been down that road before, and Liberty had already derailed the gravy train. That one surely rests squarely on Homeboy’s shoulders. But hey… nobody bats 1.000. And if they did, the Braves couldn’t afford to keep them. 😉
Isn’t it interesting that we just casually accept the Braves as a “mid-market” team now when the fact is that Atlanta was an elite market for a long time.
The difference? TV money. While all the media darling teams were and are exploiting the exploding local TV deal buffets, the Braves are stuck in their dollar menu deal that was a parting gift left by Time Warner. Ironic, ain’t it? The huge media giant crippled the Braves with a nightmare media deal that will continue to choke the team until 2027. As they were moving the last boxes out of their owners’ suite and handing the keys over to Liberty Media, they were also leaving behind an onerous 20 year TV deal that is estimated to pay the team between $10M-$20M annually. By contrast, the Dodgers receive about $240M annually from their deal.
The deal was done simultaneously with the sale to Liberty Media, and was to Ted Turner’s advantage, tying the Braves to Fox long term fresh off of Fox acquiring Ted’s regional cable channel.
How was it to Ted’s advantage? Well…
Ted’s regional cable channel was Turner South and was owned in partnership with none other than Liberty Media between 1990-1996. Isn’t that a coincidence? Seems Ted has many connections with Liberty Media.
Ted was still on Time Warner’s board of directors through 2006, just before the sale of the Braves to Liberty Media was finalized. 2006 was a big year for Ted.
It was in 2006 that Time Warner, which had owned 50% of Court TV, purchased the remaining 50% from none other than Liberty Media and began running the channel as part of Turner Broadcasting. And it was in 2006 that Turner Broadcasting sold Turner South to Fox, the beneficiary of the horrific TV deal. Hmmm… isn’t that a coincidence?
There are many layers to every onion. It was always assumed that Liberty Media had no interest in running a professional sports team, and that the acquisition was for some other financially related reason. In fact, it is apparent that the sale of the Braves was merely a part of a larger chess game in which the Braves were just one of the pawns. Chess games are played over time and ultimately separates the pawns from the royalty. Pawns never win, but kings and queens do. I doubt King Ted has lost a minute of sleep over the Braves crippling TV deal.
Also a reality is that until the team started it’s massive rebuild, it was a money maker for Liberty Media. And somewhere along the way, Liberty realized it was to their financial advantage for the team to be competitive in the market place, and ultimately on the field. Somewhere along the way, they saw that the team was more than just an itemized asset on a ledger sheet and is a potential growth asset in need of some attention.
And why not? Pro sports is huge business. Why else are those massive TV deals even struck?
Having a media conglomerate as an owner may pay off after all now that Liberty has woken up to the fact that the Braves are actually something worth paying attention to. SunTrust Park is evidence of that. SunTrust Park and all that surrounds it, that is. Bad TV deal aside, they have now given the organization something to work with. It’s not going to be $240M annually, but it does add a whole new revenue stream said to be dedicated to keeping the team healthy in the professional sports marketplace. It might just add that 1 more player here and there that we need to consistently run with the pack. It might just keep us from being the farm system for the Yankees, Red Sox and Dodgers.
I doubt it will push us out of “mid market” status, but it will surely help us climb out of the bargain basement.
Very insightful and educational Vee, now I see the rest of the story.
Goes to show, you should never trust anyone who sleeps with Jane Fonda.
202 Carolina Lady January 10, 2017 at 7:37 pm
Superior posts, guys!
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— Chipper Jones (@RealCJ10) January 11, 2017
Congrats Chipper!!
Trevor Plouffe off the table… headed to the A’s. He never really made sense for us anyway.
So the items I have read over the last couple of days makes me think that Coppy is not really looking for a typical 4th OF type. Quotes I’ve read only affirm their philosophy toward versatility, and I think they are quite comfortable with the abilities of both SeanRod and Chase d”Arnaud to play CF, and the corner spots for that matter. But it also appears that what is glaringly missing to us is also glaringly missing to them, and that’s a LH bat for the bench. KJ’s name has been mentioned again for the first time since early in the offseason. He makes his home in Atlanta. Don’t be surprised if Coppy signs him to another 1 year deal.
IMO, KJ would be a good mentor for Rio Ruiz. In a perfect world, Rio, a LH, would grab the last bench spot and work in a loose platoon with Adonis. I’m just not sure he’s ready. But that’s what Spring Training games are for, right? I suppose if’s he’s ready for The Show, he’ll win the job on the field. And that’s how it should be.
Frenchy’s name was also mentioned, but he makes zero sense. He only plays the corner OF, and he’s a RH batter. As much as I love him on our bench, there isn’t a spot for him. Well… at least not if Ozzie starts the year in AAA. If Ozzie were to open as our starter, Chase would be the odd man out and Jace would go to the bench. Then there would be a spot for a RH. Hmmm…
Always fun to speculate on comers and goers, meanwhile, the brass is working behind the scenes for either another second/third baseman or starting pitcher depending on who you are listening to. Maybe both, maybe neither. How much would Julio return given the current market? Not saying it will happen but did not see the Craig Kimbrel trade coming either.
I don’t thing the Quintana possibility is off the table either, everyone is simply haggling over price right now. Archer? Another far fetched but realist possibility.
Braves in the market for budding and up coming Cuban superstar Luis Robert who has left Cuba to get under the cap on money for latin players in the new MLBPA. He projects to be a Matt Kemp clone.
207 Vox O'Reason January 11, 2017 at 3:02 pm
Mallex just got traded to Seattle for a couple of minor league pitchers. Well, Mallex and Shae Simmons. Details to follow.
Well, didn’t see that coming… or did we?
It really isn’t all that surprising. Once Ender inked that 5 year deal, it kind of predicated something like this. I actually thought it might be in one of the “ace pitcher” deals, or maybe a catcher deal. But you might as well get what you can while you can. I think once he had such a miserable showing in 2 separate winter leagues, you have to start asking some questions.
As for Shae Simmons, he couldn’t stay healthy or consistent. And honestly, there wasn’t room for him in the big league pen anyway.
Interesting. ESPN’s Jerry Crasnick suggests Seattle could flip Mallex to another team as they already have a crowded OF. In fact, they just dealt for CF Jarrod Dyson last week.
“Atlanta acquires two lefties who posted strong debuts in Seattle’s lower ranks. Gohara, who was the Mariners’ fifth-ranked overall prospect according to MLBPipeline.com, went 7-2 with a 1.81 ERA and 81 strikeouts in 69 2/3 combined innings between short-season Everett and Class A Clinton last season. Burrows, who was Seattle’s No. 25-ranked prospect, posted a 2.55 ERA with 37 strikeouts in 24 2/3 innings for Everett in ’16, while also recording six saves.”
Okay, I think this deal precludes the next deal. Why? Because it clears two spots off the Braves 40 man roster.
You are right about Mallex, not a bad little player but I think the Braves have players in the organization (cough, Acuna) they view has a higher ceiling than Mallex.
Good luck to our former Brave alumni as they make their way to the big leagues…
So what did we get? We got 2 young LHP’s Luiz Gohara and Thomas Burrows.
Gohara is the centerpiece of the deal. He was ranked their #3 prospect by Baseball America, #5 by MLB.com. He’s a 20-year-old from Brazil, who pitched in their high-A level in 2016. He pitched 69.2 IP, with a 1.81 ERA and 10.5 K/9 vs. 3.0 BB/9. He is a starter that features a mid-90’s fastball, “promising” slider, and “still-developing” change. As is the case with many youngsters, command is what he needs to work on most. At just 20, I think he still has time to work that out. He’s projected as a #2 starter ceiling if he hones his command.
Burrows was a college closer at Bama and was SEA’s #25 prospect. He was SEA’s 4th round pick last season who pitched in their low-A level in his pro debut. He could easily move up more quickly in his 2nd pro year. In his debut season, pitched 24.2 IP, with a 2.55 ERA and 13.5 K/9 vs. 4.0 BB/9. His fastball reaches 94, and he also tosses a “quality” slider. His scouting report says he has “good command and ample deception”. He’s considered a “high-floor, reasonable upside” guy, and his draft day pro comps were Paco Rodriguez and Jacob Lindgren, both currently in the ATL organization.
Still, the Braves will go into spring training looking for someone who can play centerfield as a fourth outfielder. Either from within or from the outside.
Yes it does. Keen observation, sir.
The guy that benefits the most from this move is Dustin Peterson. DPetey earned his high esteem past season, and the path is now cleared for him to take over in RF when the Kakes era is over.
Enders is a budding superstar but he plays with too much reckless abandon to expect him to suit up 162 times a season. The will also want someone who brings good late innings defensive credentials to sub for Kemp.
Wheeeee….
Honestly, I don’t think the trade of Mallex by itself has a huge impact on the opening day roster. The Johns had already predetermined he was going to start the year and play everyday in AAA.
But… I think you may be right that there is another move afoot, so let’s just let the other shoe (for that foot) drop, then see where we are.
A positive presence both on and off the field with the #GBraves in 2015-16. Best of luck in Seattle, Mallex! pic.twitter.com/yAYB4PcOkb
— Gwinnett Braves (@GwinnettBraves) January 11, 2017
Agree 100%!
Coppy: “We felt like we were dealing from a position of strength with both players.”
I have to agree with Mr. O’B on this reply to a smart@$$ Twitter troll:
“You can never have too much pitching. You can, however, have too many outfielders.”
It strikes me… when the Braves traded JUp to SD, we got back Max Fried, Jace Peterson, Mallex Smith, and Dustin Peterson.
We all knew that Fried was the jewel of the trade. We all felt Jace would help us immediately (which he did), and we all got excited about the potential of Mallex. But Dustin Peterson seemed to be an afterthought in the whole thing. Ironic that it’s his ascension in the organization that really makes today’s deal possible.
Gohara is a little intimidating…
#Rays have acquired OF Mallex Smith, minor league SS Carlos Vargas & minor league LHP Ryan Yarbrough from SEA in exchange for LHP Drew Smyly
— Tampa Bay Rays (@RaysBaseball) January 11, 2017
And there ya go…
I'll never forget the Mallex Smith era in Seattle. 45 of the most exciting minutes ever.
— Larry Stone (@StoneLarry) January 11, 2017
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
At least Mallex does not have to go far to go far…. 🙂
224 Carolina Lady January 12, 2017 at 1:06 am
Really interesting article about Seth Maness who underwent a different kind of surgery instead of the Tommy John method. Greatly shortened rehab time and he’s ready to find a new team.
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That’s fascinating, CL. I hope a team takes a flyer on him, and I really hope that this new procedure proves to be an effective alternative to the standard Tommy John reconstruction. So if it does prove to work, will they call it “Seth Maness surgery”?
Actually, he sounds like an ideal candidate for a minor league deal with the Braves.
After reading a couple more articles on this new procedure, there were a couple of things that really stood out to me. First, the surgery has already been performed on lower level professional pitchers, and is referred to as Primary Repair surgery. The doc that did Maness’ surgery had already done it about 50 times. Sadly, poor Seth won’t have the procedure named for him after all. Then again, if he’s the first major league pitcher to successfully return from it, why wouldn’t it be nicknamed Maness?
Also, doctors can’t know if this procedure is even feasible until the surgery has started. They have to physically see the tear and the location, then make the determination. If by observation they determine the damage too severe, or the location not optimal, they commence with the Tommy John. As for location, the tear must be on either end of the ligament near the bone. If it’s in the middle, the only alternative is full replacement. So when Maness went under anesthesia, he didn’t even know what they would do to his arm. That’s kind of weird.
By the way, Maness was able to long toss just 4 weeks after surgery. That’s amazing to me. And he will throw off a mound this week, just 4 months after the surgery.
There is also another pitcher to watch: Garret Richards of the Angels. He injured his elbow last May and opted against the TJ surgery. Instead, he underwent stem cell and platelet therapy. The Angels are not only expecting him back this season, they’ve got him penciled in as their #1. Guess who else had the stem cell procedure done? One Bartolo Colon had stem sell therapy on both elbow and shoulder in 2010. It appears to have worked out pretty well for him.
Weird. I posted a comment, and it didn’t show up. I tried to post it again, and WordPress says it’s a duplicate. But yet, the first one still doesn’t show up.
I hope it’s not gonna be one of those days…
I’m gonna try again. I may have to add something to make it not a “duplicate”.
Wow… it didn’t post that one either, yet it behaved as if it did. I wonder what it is about the format that doesn’t get along with WP?
The only thing that I can figure is that I had some numbered lists. I’ll try again minus the numbers…
Strike 3, I’m out.
Well, it appears WP does not like that post at all, with or without numbers. I suppose I’ll just keep that observation/opinion to myself.
Sometimes the internet can be a very frustrating thing to deal with. Maybe it doesn’t recognize the drawl… 🙂
Something real to chew on, or maybe not?
This is an excerpt from Ken Rosensource, er Rosenthal this morning:
A reported trade that would have sent [Luiz] Gohara and another prospect to the Reds for shortstop Zack Cozart and a minor leaguer last Aug. 1 collapsed after the Reds raised concerns about Gohara’s shoulder, according to major-league sources.
Braves general manager John Coppolella, when asked about Gohara’s condition on Wednesday night, responded, “Our medical group puts a lot of time, effort and thought into evaluating every potential acquisition. We have had to walk away from two trades this offseason because of failed medicals. We feel good about the health of both players we acquired in the trade.”
Rosey went on to add, though:
Gohara followed his breakout 2016 season at Class A by indeed throwing extremely well in the AFL, striking out 19 in 11 2/3 innings. Some scouts project his 6-foot-3, 210-pound frame and see a young CC Sabathia.
“Best pitcher in the Arizona Fall League,” a scout said, adding that he saw Gohara throw 97 to 100 mph in an outing late in the AFL season.
So is this “alarm” merely click bait? It sure did work on me. I very quickly clicked the link to Rosey’s page on FoxSports.com when I saw it, which seemed alot more ominous than the story itself. If you ask me, it is much ado about nothing. Typical sensationalism found in all areas of the media, now including our scared sports reporting.
And it probably signals the last time I take Rosensource seriously. He is now a media circus sideshow, and his credibility with me is gone. I must also look sideways at FoxSports, which promoted the story and the link, questioning the trade from Seattle’s standpoint and hinting that they were dumping damaged goods. Again, the story threw out the speculation, but didn’t back it up with substance. I won’t even support it by sharing the link here. I don’t want them to be able to add any “clicks” on my account.
FoxSports now falls into my ESPN category. I’ll only go there out of absolute necessity as a last resort.
BTW, Gohara entered the Braves Top 30 prospects list at #12 overall, ahead of highly touted pitchers Kyle Muller (13) and Lucas Sims (16).
Yep, been suckered in by bogus headline a time or two myself.
On Gohara… Every pitcher, can’t miss prospect, phenom is always one bad swing, one awkward pitch, one dumb decision with a power tool away from being regulated to the “what could have been” pile of history.
I am encouraged by the reports of Gohara’s upside. In the long run, it will be Tampa’s willingness to take a chance on a young outfielder who has rightly or wrongly been viewed as somewhat fragile. Lat injuries, along with hammock bone fractures can be one of the most debilitating injuries for a hitter.
I wish young Mallex well in his new home and look forward to the addition of another young hurler who may or may not be the next great thing.
Has not young Julio taken a while to arrive? It often takes a long time to become an “overnight” success.
What most people overlook about the Wainright/JD Drew trade was that Drew was fantastic for the Braves in 2004. And to come in and replace Gary Sheffield (who had bolted for the big Yankee $$) in RF was a formidable task for any player. But all Drew did was slash .305/.436/.569 and pound 31 taters while driving in 93, filling the huge void in the middle of the lineup left by Shef.
Thing is the colossally overrated JD was NOT a stud when the Braves got him. 5 full seasons with the Cards, and he had never played more than 135 games in a season. His last season with the Cards, he played 100 games, hit 15 Hr’s and and drove in 42. How exciting. Could you imagine if the braves traded Folty for a guy with those numbers? With that history of being unable to play hurt, ever????
Surely there was someone the braves could have gotten someone with more than 1 year of availability, someone that wasn’t a Borass client, as his guys almost never sign extensions….
Of course, no one knew how good Wainwright would be,(well, I bet some braves folks thought it was a dumb deal) but Wainwright would have changed the braves playoff futility….he sure has changed the Cards history…
236 Vox O'Reason January 12, 2017 at 10:09 am
So to reiterate the Braves current roster status, they now have only 38 on the 40-man roster, and a glaring hole on the bench.
Another move is certainly afoot. The only question is “when”… or perhaps a bigger question is “how”?
I put nothing past Coppy. It’s easy to sit here and speculate that he’ll simply sign a 4th OF of the Kelly Johnson, Jeff Francouer or Gregor Blanco type. (My personal endorsement goes to Blanco.) But Coppy could turn right around and make some bigger move involving a number of players. Who the heck knows?
The only sure bet is that something will happen. We’ll just have to sit back and wait…
That top 30 list sure can change over night can’t it? I think the proof is often in the pudding. The difference in being a bonafide major leaguer, not necessarily an all star, and a AAAA player who is not quite good enough to stick but too good to give up on.
I guess that is the real beauty of the Rule 5 draft. The 6 years as a minor leaguer and then being eligible to opt for free agency might give some organizations pause to draft/sign some kids too early.
On D. Peterson, I think he will be given a lot of face time this spring with the big club. There are several who will vie for the 4th outfielder spot. I think it is most likely he will remain at triple A until he can play on a semi regular basis in the show.
I think it is one of the great conundrums for all teams to know when to promote a young prospect verses protecting their investment and allowing them to perfect their craft at a lower level. For every Mike Trout or Bryce Harper, there are dozens of Todd Cunninghams and Joey Terdoslavichs.
Yep, the old saying is to never judge a team based on the performance displayed in either April or September. So many variables no in evidence during the meat of the season.
Of course, if the Braves play with the same heart and drive they showed in the 2nd half, I’ll be pretty happy.
DPetey will almost certainly open the year at AAA, and he needs to. I think his chances of opening on the big league team are somewhere right in between “slim” and “none”, and Slim just left town on the noon stage. Of course, this is barring a rash of ill-timed injuries.
Rather, DPetey is in line for RF once Kakes moves on. If the Braves are well out of things at the deadline, and Kakes is moved at that time, DPetey might get an early chance. But as long as the team feels is has the slightest chance, he’ll continue to develop in AAA.
I briefly thought that Mel Rojas, Jr. might get a shot at the 4th OF job, but I’m getting the sense that the Braves would prefer to keep him as AAA insurance. Still, he’ll get an opportunity in spring to compete for a job, so it’s all on him. As it should be.
Current FA possibilities who can play CF and who bat L or S, are Coco Crisp, Gregor Blanco, Michael Bourn, Nick Buss, Alejandro de Aza, and Sam Fuld.
There is not 1 really good candidate in the bunch, but I wouldn’t mind taking a shot with Blanco on a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training.
My earlier opinion, as documented above, was that the Braves could roll with SeanRod or ChaseD in CF for the short term in the event Ender had some minor injury. And that they would call up Mallex if there were some (God forbid) longer term health issue that requires a DL stay. Now that guy would be Rojas or Emilio Bonifacio. I think I’d rather roll the dice on Gregor Blanco.
Hard to attempt to get work done, and read up on baseball…something I know V knows all about! 😉
I didn’t even know about Mallex being traded til I went to MLBTR for the first time in gosh, a whole 48 hours, only see he had been traded…a 2nd time…I’m out of the loop apparently 😉
I heard the “breaking news” announcement on the radio right as I was leaving the doc’s office yesterday, a good 20-30 minutes from home/office. The first thing that went through my mind was that it would no longer be “breaking” by the time I gained access to the ol’ B&S. How’s that for priorities?
That story on Seth Maness is very interesting, in spite of the horrible, horrible writing style. Perhaps they are trying out software , have robots write stories?????
Michael Seth Maness is a U.S. professional baseball pitcher and he is regarded as one of the top players of the game(REALLY?????) For instance, with 169 2/3 innings pitched in 2012, he allowed only ten walks. Maness suffered a serious elbow injury on August 16, 2016. The injury effectively ended his career.(REALLY????????????? writer said earlier it flat out ended his career) . On August 18, Maness underwent novel surgery when a surgeon undertook to fix his ulnar collateral ligament in his damaged elbow I am normally not a grammer Nazi,(I couldn’t diagram a sentence to save my life) but man, that last line is all kinds of messed up….
Then there is a picture of Yu Darvish, who apparently is a leftie now…
http://www.digitaljournal.com/image/328698
St. Louis Toady was one of my favorite papers to read when I lived in St. Louis
Speaking with St. Louis Toady, Seth Maness, aged 28, said
to be fair, that was 6 full paragraphs…..
It limits the wear and tear on his newly repaired right elbow.
When I read it, I wondered if English was perhaps the writer’s 3rd or 4th language……
Also, V, now you can appreciate the hair-pulling done by the B&S Graphics Dept. when trying to do their thang with a new lead. 😀
Speaking of which, maybe someone else would like to pen a new lead? There might be some new info someone would like to share. Comers and Goers part DUX…
Anyway, took the boss out for a little R&R shopping today. A little reward for putting up with me. First time out of the house for me since last Wednesday.
Hey, if it keeps her happy…
Now other stuff… Uh, uh, uh… okay, enough with the Obama imitation….
Now other stuff… Uh, uh, uh… okay, enough with the Obama imitation
You didn’t say “I” or “Me” enough for it to be a believable imitation…
#Braves have only 2 arb-eligibles left unsigned, relievers Vizcaino and Krol. Will sign or swap arb figures by Friday afternoon deadline.
— David O'Brien (@DOBrienAJC) January 13, 2017
Braves are a “file and trial” team. No negotiations in between. They either get it done today, or they go to arb hearings. I’m betting they both get something done today.
Bowman sums up our bench options pretty well in his latest piece. You can get to it from the handy dandy link below. He’s obviously been reading the ol’ B&S again…
Here is the truth as I see it. I don’t see the Braves being a contender with Jace Peterson as the everyday 2nd baseman and Chase D’Arnaud as the bench player. Sorry, I like both guys but they are not 10 ten or even top 20 material. I’m okay with Jace as a role player but being an everyday player exposes his weaknesses.
#Braves Agree to Terms with @IanKrolTKB and @arovizca47. Details: pic.twitter.com/fptzCe3A0R
Like me, I sorta think that y’all aren’t followers of the Sailing Competition world, but I thought this article of what a 16-yr-old local kid is accomplishing. As we’d say here, he walking in tall cotton!
Anyhow if you’re interested in Olympic and world stuff:
http://portcitydaily.com/2017/01/12/sports-youth-spotlight-chase-carraway-16-cape-fear-academy/
The #Braves have acquired INF Micah Johnson from the Dodgers in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Details: pic.twitter.com/UtYI0lIP1f
https://twitter.com/DOBrienAJC/status/820000813263257601
So what do we make of the Braves acquiring a 2B who will likely start the season in AAA?
And what do we make of this just 2 days after acquiring 2 more minor league pitchers a/k/a “currency”?
Methinks something else is afoot…
#Braves newcomer Micah Johnson has played almost exclusively 2B in MLB, but played 41G in OF in AAA in '16, some 3B
2B is the one position that the team seems to be stacked in…
Sean Rodriguez, Jace Peterson, Ozzie Albies, Travis Demeritte, etc. make up a pretty good string of 2B’s for now and well into the future.
This has to be a precursor to something else, right?
… especially considering he takes up a coveted 40-man roster spot even if he’s targeted for AAA.
Of course once Spring training starts, there are some players who can be put on the 60 day diabled list. Still, there will be more movement to come. stay tuned.
Good Sunday morning, not a lot of new news on the Braves front. I guess that means there are folks deep in the bowels of where ever the current offices are located folks are scheming and planning to acquire a third baseman, fourth outfielder or a young catcher.
We are often feed the rose colored view of the current talent in the pipeline (ahem, Christian Bethancourt) verses reality (cough, Bethancourt). How many years were we fed the notion that Wilson Betemit was the heir apparent to Chipper Jones?
What the Braves have to be cautious of is getting a player who’s best years are behind them instead of ahead of them. The pundits often play up the past and not the reality of the present or the future. No one really knows how much money the Braves have available or they are willing to spend in order to put a finished product on the field.
How much of the revenue generated by the new complex will be available to the Braves or will a lot be skimmed off the top by Liberty Media? I am not even sure Coppy knows. What he does know is what they tell him is his cap. Is it a soft cap or hard cap? It is the tight rope we all must walk isn’t it?
Question… Do y’all think that SRod will be employed as the Braves regular third baseman when Ozzie is promoted? I believe the Braves would love to break in the rookie as the lone new comer as oppose to having a line up of rookies all at once. Teams made up of predominantly young players tend to fade badly the final two months of the season.
That reminds me of the year of the ‘Baby Braves’. Wow, those ‘babies’ are about retirement age now. WHERE has the time gone???
CL. My mom use to say time speeded up as you got older. I am getting to the point where I am afraid to step of the train… It’s going pretty fast now.
P&CR just 4 weeks from today!!!
#Braves will move spring training to Sarasota Co. as soon as 2019, assuming final deal worked out. In exclusive negotiations w/ them now.
Nope, it's West Villages/North Port. Near a lot of new stuff. https://t.co/Iia3v1umTf
North Port – Google Maps https://t.co/3PMy4CqnWi
— Chip Caray (@kapaya1234) January 17, 2017
@brianhoyt24 @RealMattlanta @buckbelue8 possible future home of @Braves ST pic.twitter.com/DG3uAktmqr
— Price Blissit (@Dpblissit) January 17, 2017
Gregor Blanco off the market…
Blanco agrees to minor league deal with the D’backs. A minor league deal. Why not a minor league deal here?
Speaking of reunions on minor league deals, old friend Blaine Boyer signed a minor league deal with the hometown Bravos today, with an invitation to spring.
Bowman: Boyer has compiled a 3.31 ERA over the 171.1 IP with 3 teams. From my perspective, he has a good chance of making the bullpen if he continues the same path into 2017.
More perspective on the proposed new Spring Training home of Los Barves:
#Braves new home will be located just north of the Rays pic.twitter.com/vLoNsn0tMl
— TomahawkTake (@TomahawkTakeFS) January 17, 2017
Correction to the above map: The Astros have left Kissimmee, shooting across the state (Astros… shooting across… see what I did there?) to new facilities in West Palm Beach. That underscores the need for ATL to move. Only the Tigers remain nearby. Their proposed new location will be ideally situated right in the middle of all the teams on the Gulf Coast.
Another correction to the above map: The Nationals have also left the vicinity, marching south to the same brand new West Palm Beach locale as the ‘Stros, with whom they will share facilities. Further demonstrates the suckiness of remaining in Orlando for a couple more years.
DO’B: With Astros and Nats gone. Braves have one opponent within an hour. One.
More DO’B: This spring they’ll take 7 bus rides of 2 1/2 or more hours each way. That’s not good. Bad use of players’ time.
Also decreases the likelihood of seeing front line talent at any away game. The vets like Kemp, Markakis, Freeman etc will not be riding 2 1/2 hours anywhere unless they are in a golf cart playing 18. Same is true of teams coming into Disney. Don’t look for the visitors to bring their aces.
Another reason why I think $35 for a rightfield bleacher seat is ridiculous.
Richmond discovered that the money they threw at the Redskins was a fool’s errand just to have them come to Richmond for pre season camp. Redskins fan quickly discovered they were getting an inferior product and spectators stopped coming and that is with no admission fees.
Anyway, I will put a visit to Sun Trust on my to do wish list but likely after they have the hotels finished. Will come and park my car and not move it until I leave.
On Blaine Boyer, he looked pretty good against the Braves last season. His best claim to being back is the lack of solid contact made against him by opposing batters. Average exit speed on balls hit against him was 70 mph. Something is shaking and baking. Off speed? Movement? Something is fooling them.
On Blanco. maybe he is comfortable in an are where English is a second language. He’s a west coast guy now. I think the Braves have all the AAAA players they want for the outfield already.
I think the Braves have all the AAAA players they want for the outfield already.
They have a few. I just don’t necessarily feel comfortable with Emilio Bonifacio and Mel Rojas, JR. as the first line of defense in the event of a (God forbid) lengthy injury to Ender. Publicly they say that the acquisition of Micah Johnson addresses their bench needs, but he has never played CF.
I suppose they are banking more on Chase d’Arnaud and Sean Rodriguez to fill in the blanks.
Then again, there are still 70+ days until the Braves begin the season in NY on April 3… #coppyneversleeps
279 Vox O'Reason January 18, 2017 at 12:02 pm
Another view of the rendering of the proposed new Braves Spring Training site on the Gulf Coast. One question immediately comes to mind…
Who’s the lazy bum that’s cutting the field on the far right?
MLB Pipeline has begun releasing their Top 10 prospects by position. They just released the LHP list, and the Braves check in at #’s 4 & 9 with Kolby Allard and Sean Newcomb respectively. Neither is a surprise, but I did expect Max Fried to be on there somewhere. He’s gotta be just on the outside. Still, not too shabby to be represented twice on the list of the best 10 among all 30 teams.
Fried will have a chance to reemerge if he can show he is fully healthy this season but just as well he is not on the list. No Pressure! Nothing tougher than having to live up to high expectations.
A lot of these list are compiled by folks who read other people’s list and take their word for it. Far too much laziness in reporting these days. Everyone is more interested in getting clicks…
Sadly, I am no longer in a position to evaluate young talent in the braves organization. I do have folks who I follow that I trust because their opines have been on the mark fairly consistently but the cheer leaders I have become very leery of.
I think one of the ten commandments of baseball should be Thou shalt not covet another team’s players Of course that does not stop us from looking does it? 🙂
Fox News:
The ranks of baseball immortals grew by three Wednesday when Tim Raines, Jeff Bagwell and Ivan Rodriguez were voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America.
V, the poor guy in the bottom right field is the one stuck with the Dear John tractor to (try) to work with.
NEW LEAD IS UP!! With apologies to Gil. The Graphics Dept got a little out of hand this time.
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Director of Finance & Operations
The Siena School
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The Siena School is seeking to fill the position of Director of Finance & Operations beginning July 1, 2020. The Siena School, grades 4-12, with 135 students, is entering its 15th year, with an expanding enrollment. The school serves bright college-bound students with mild to moderate language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia.
The Director of Finance & Operations is an integral part of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the Head of School. The Director of Finance and Operations is responsible for all financial, human resource, facilities and operational functions of the school.
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Is responsible for all aspects of the business office to include tuition billing and collection, incidental billing, auxiliary programs, accounts payable/receivables, reconciliations and payroll.
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Updates and maintains confidential personnel files, and in-processes all new employees. Stays current on new legislation and compliance requirements. Ensures that human resource policies and practices are clearly articulated and consistently applied.
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Keeps current all permitting for building and systems and ensures a safe and clean environment for students and staff to include emergency planning.
Supervises Facilities Assistant.
Responsible for facilitating maintenance and repair of buses and keeping current registrations, inspections and insurance.
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By Cora Venus Lunny on November 1, 2019
Numinous Soup is an album I quietly made by myself in my spare room on child free evenings, releasing mp3s on Patreon as they became ready and eventually combining my favourite tracks into this collection.
‘Mindsomereve’ is something I made almost absentmindedly, and didn’t think was finished, but as I kept listening to it to see where to go next, I realised I liked it as it is.
‘I Want… Bodily Autonomy For Everyone’ – it is a vast and all-encompassing thing that I deeply wish for every person in this world. You might hear both frustration and hope in my playing here.
‘Incapacitate The Ecocidal Machine’ uses field recordings of frogs from Wicklow and a vast machine from Amsterdam, as well as my usual strings. I never got a glimpse of the machine but the sound was something else. It filled the air, vibrated the ground, vibrated your eyes in your head. I never managed to catch sight of it. Which machine am I talking about though?
I named the album after ‘Numinous Soup’ because it’s my favourite track on the record, and I think it’s quite soothing. It made me think of a cold day in a remote castle, getting a bowl of tasty neon green swirly glowy soup that sends you into a dream of another dimension, possibly involving a boat slicing elegantly through still, reeded, misty waters at sunset, three moons in the aurora-splashed sky, a golden whippet in your lap. It’s also the one track that doesn’t go into any scary noise places so I thought it was a good one to finish on.
Click on….
http://www.patreon.com/trancebranches
http://www.bandcamp.com/trancebranches
Cora Venus Lunny
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Tag: American Civil War
Widely regarded by many as an all-time great American classic and still counted amongst the most beloved films ever made, Gone with the Wind is no doubt epic in both the scope & scale of its production and comes jam-packed with dialogues that have since become a staple of pop culture. It was a cinematic event so larger-than-life than nothing like it was ever attempted before on the film canvas. It is also an epic letdown.
Four hours! Four fucking hours! And then you don’t even get a proper resolution! A colossal disappointment by all means, all that Gone with the Wind was for me is one never ending soap opera filled with characters so annoying & despicable that you never grow to care about them. Its now iconic dialogues look better on paper than when said by those characters. And apart from its technically accomplished production, there’s nothing memorable about this sappy & overlong melodrama.
Set against the backdrop of Civil War, the story of Gone with the Wind takes place in the American South and concerns the young, spoiled & manipulative daughter of a plantation owner who claws her way out of war, poverty & other misfortunes yet has a weakness for a man who never reciprocated her love. Things do take an interesting turn when a roguish fellow shows up and takes an interest in her. The plot then covers their turbulent romance as the years goes on & an era passes by.
Directed by Victor Fleming (who also directed The Wizard of Oz), the first half of Gone with the Wind is quite interesting and features some fine, playful interplay between the relevant characters, in addition to moments of true splendour that make deft use of the grand canvas. But soon after we delve into the second half, the picture becomes a chore to sit through. Even the chemistry between our two leads goes downhill after intermission and by the time it nears its conclusion, we just don’t give a damn.
Nevertheless, the scene just before intermission is an instant classic moment. The horrors of war plus the destruction it brings along is finely illustrated. The colours pop out in vivid detail, and the vibrant palette is extensively & effectively applied. Its extravagant set pieces pieces are grand, sumptuous & meticulously detailed, and transport the viewers to the bygone era. Max Steiner’s music has that grandeur feel as well. And the performances from the majority of its cast is strong, something I’ll get to in the next paragraph.
Featuring an ensemble that consists of Vivien Leigh, Clark Gable, Leslie Howard & Olivia de Havilland, Gone with the Wind benefits from everyone’s contribution but it’s Leigh who steals the show with a performance that embodies her character perfectly. Gable exhibits a charismatic demeanour at first but it diminishes over time. Hallivand is actually the only one worthy of any emotional investment and does well with what she’s given. The chemistry between Leigh & Gable carries a spark but even that slowly burns out as plot progresses.
Clocking at four freaking hours, just managing to sit through it is a daunting task but the rewards aren’t worth the time investment either. Sure the imagery is rich, glossy & colourful but the drama lacks the same level of intensity. There are just so many superfluous moments that the story could’ve done without, especially in the second half, and the fact that it just chooses to go on n on with no ending in sight makes the ride increasingly frustrating. Also, while some may consider the ending fitting, I rather found it to be missing that final piece.
On an overall scale, Gone with the Wind is an exceptionally dull, overly stretched & tediously paced fable that for me has to be one of the most overhyped & overrated films in existence. There are flashes of brilliance throughout the story but they are few & far in between and for the most part, it is an empty exercise in epic storytelling. Even the so-reputed romance aspect isn’t well done, to be honest. The scale of its ambition is no doubt admirable but all in all, Gone with the Wind is a technically impressive but dramatically unconvincing saga that’s no less than an epic failure in my book and as God is my witness, I’ll never revisit this film again.
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Met Office Hindcast
In a recent post, I noted the discrepancy between the UK Met OFfice contribution to IPCC AR5 and observations (as many others have observed), a discrepancy that is also evident in the “initialized” decadal forecast using the most recent model (HadGEM3). I thought that it would be interesting to examine the HadGEM2 hindcast to see if there are other periods in which there might have been similar discrepancies. (Reader Kenneth Fritsch has mentioned that he’s been doing similar exercises.)
In the figure below, I’ve compared HadCRUT4 (anomaly basis 1961-1990) to the Met Office CMIP5 contribution (red), converted to 1961-90 anomaly.
Figure 1. IPCC CMIP5 contribution (HadGEM2 RPC45 average) vs HadCRUT4.
There is a persistent over-estimate over the first half of the 20th century, particularly in the 1920s. Nor does the Met Office model adequately replicate the temperature increase of the early part of the 20th century. In its CMIP contribution, the average temperature in the first decade (1900-1910) was -0.116, almost identical to the average temperature from 1960-70 (-0.111), as compared to an increase of 0.35 deg in HadCRUT4 (from -0.518 to -0.161).
We often hear about the supposed success of current GCMs in hindcasting 20th century from first principles. Nonetheless, quite aside from the developing discrepancy in the recent period, the apparent inability of the Met Office model used for their IPCC submissions to model the early 20th century suggests a certain amount of salesmanship in the success proclamations.
Update: An overplot of the UK Met Office CMIP5 contribution (HadGEM2) onto graphic showing distribution of CMIP5 runs.
Figure 2. Overplot of UK Met Office CMIP5 contribution on CMIP5 distribution (from Ed Hawkins here.) Slight extension of HadCRUT4 to current (thin black).
Here is another overlay of the UK Met Office CMI5 contribution onto graphic from Stott et al 2013 shown at Hawkins’ blog here. I’ve extended the current temperatures from the 2010 shown in the original graphic. One of Hawkins’ readers had asked him to do so, but Hawkins begged off saying
Couple of thoughts – firstly I think the observations would still be inside the dashed lines, just, but I didn’t make the plot so I can’t add them to check.
I didn’t make the original plot either, but it’s not that hard to an overlay (see code below.) With the updated data, observations are outside the dashed lines.
Figure 3. Overplot onto http://www.met.reading.ac.uk/~ed/bloguploads/stott_2013.png. Code is as follows (retrieval of HadCRUT4 is done elsewhere.)
loc="http://www.met.reading.ac.uk/~ed/bloguploads/stott_2013.png"
dest="d:/temp/temp.png"
download.file(loc,dest,mode="wb")
imgs=readPNG(dest)
par(mar=c(1,1,1,1))
plot(0:1,type="n",xlim=c(1850,2060),ylim=c(-1.2,2.4),xlab="",ylab="",axes=FALSE)
rasterImage(imgs,1841.2,-1.38,2064,2.37)
abline(v=seq(1800,2050,50),lty=3)
abline(h=seq(-1,2,1),lty=3)
points(2010.5,.217,pch=19,col=2)
This entry was written by Stephen McIntyre, posted on Jul 19, 2013 at 3:47 PM, filed under Modeling, UK Met Office and tagged cmip5, hadgem2, hawkins. Bookmark the permalink. Follow any comments here with the RSS feed for this post. Both comments and trackbacks are currently closed.
TerryMN
Posted Jul 19, 2013 at 3:57 PM | Permalink
Not sure if this is off-topic – if so, please snip. Way back in the mists of time (about 10 or 15 years ago) the temp in the 30s was about equal to the temp in 1998. How did it get to be a half degree cooler comparatievely?
Steve: In the US, not the ROW. For the purposes of this post, I prefer not to litigate temperature data, which has been discussed elsewhere.
Ivan Jankovic
not “about equal”, but much higher.
http://stevengoddard.wordpress.com/data-tampering-at-ushcngiss/
The hindcast as shown/calibrated matches very well from about 1960 to 2000, so agree that calibrating from 61-91 vs. 71-01 will not make a material difference.
Steve: agreed. HadCRUT comes originally in 1961-90 anomaly and that’s why I used it. ALso it gives better separation from recent period.
FerdiEgb
The main problems with the models are clear: they overestimate the impact of CO2 and underestimate natural variability. That makes that the change in the period 1900-1945 with little CO2 increase is underestimated and that of the period 1976-2000 is fully attributed to CO2, while the same natural variability (ocean oscillations, solar,…) may have been at work in both periods…
“The main problems with the models are clear: they overestimate the impact of CO2 and underestimate natural variability. ”
That’s not at all clear. Mismatches can result from any number of causes: getting the forcings wrong. Missing some physics. get some physics wrong. combinations of the former.
All you know is that the model doesnt match observations, and technically, you have to rule out observation error as well. so you dont even know the model is wrong.
Nothing follows from a mis match of models and data. zip. well, more study follows, but on the logical front you have many branches from a the observation of a mis match to the diagnosis of the cause.
Spence_UK
I wonder how good the match would be with the older bucket adjustments?
Posted Jul 20, 2013 at 5:19 AM | Permalink
Spence_UK:
HADCRUT3 would perform slightly worse than HADCRUT4:
The golden rule of climate science is to adjust the data so that it better matches the models.
Posted Jul 21, 2013 at 12:54 PM | Permalink
Thanks for the link, Bob. The two are very similar, although the most obvious difference, in the 1950s, would help the match – but only really around that decade. Prior to the 1940s, the model appears to hindcast a very flat trend, and the strong increasing trend in observations is completely missed.
Part of the problem with anomalies is the ability to select an anomaly that looks better. I suspect (although haven’t tried it) that placing the whole model curve lower (e.g. by creating the anomaly on the entire 20th century) would make the match look visibly more appealing, even though it technically doesn’t change the quality of the hindcast at all.
Although I dislike relying on trends, these are what we are told by climate scientists are the best thing to check, and it seems clear that the trends are hindcasted quite poorly pre-1940 and in the most recent times.
AntonyIndia
The small blue line of 2012 HadGEM3 Decadal is very hard to distinguish at the end of the black line. A lighter blue or another color differing from black might be clearer.
Scott Scarborough
What is that blue line again? It is in the future.
eelcohoogendoorn
Modeling is my line of work, and the only way to claim success for this kind of work, is if your notion of success consist of cementing the notion that we are in position at all to be trying to predict future climate change.
You have a model with virtually endless set of not-too-terribly well constrained parameters, but you can even fit a linear trend?
Seems like some key parameters/interactions are still missing then.
“In the Met Office, we have the biggest supercomputers in the world, which are great at back-projecting climate, but their projections of climate into the future have all been inaccurate.”
Graham Stringer, Member of Parliament
“But reproducing the known change of global temperature is 20/20 hindsight. It’s not a strong test of predictive skill. That experiment is called a hind-test. The real test is a fore-test, predicting future evolution. Only then can one be confident that models haven’t been tuned to match observed behaviour. That’s tantamount to a double-blind test, the standard rigor required in clinical trials of pharmaceuticals. Neither the patient (the model) nor the clinician (the guy running the model) then knows the outcome.”
Dr Murry Salby
Don Keiller
Over to you, Dr. Betts:-)
Are computer models reliable?
Yes. Computer models are an essential tool in understanding how the climate will respond to changes in greenhouse gas concentrations, and other external effects, such as solar output and volcanoes.
Computer models are the only reliable way to predict changes in climate. Their reliability is tested by seeing if they are able to reproduce the past climate, which gives scientists confidence that they can also predict the future.
But computer models cannot predict the future exactly. They depend, for example, on assumptions made about the levels of future greenhouse gas emissions.
From Met Office Publication: “Warming. A Guide to Climate Change” (dated 2011-10-24)
It seems clear that the reader is meant to understand from this that, were it not for the need to make assumptions about future greenhouse gas emissions (plus?), models could “predict the future exactly”.
daved46
Re: Martin A (Jul 20 06:16),
But, as I’m sure you’re aware, reproducing a past climate is not difficult given the number of tunable parameters in any climate model created to date. Therefore it shouldn’t give scientists or anyone else any sort of confidence whatsoever. That such a statement is made in a publication less than two years old should be all that is needed to prove that the Med Office doesn’t understand either models or climate.
The Med Office?
At this rate they should keep taking the tablets.
Re: Richard Drake (Jul 20 09:16),
how it interacts with rainfall and so on and so on’ do you they, Martin?
Since turn about is fair play, could you tell me what you meant the bolded words to read?
There’s no doubt that the models can’t solve the fundamental questions. They can solve simplified versions of them, but if they actually tried to run the models without cheats of one sort or another, they just blow up. Warmers can’t admit this, however, or the whole house of cards falls down. If there’s anyone here who actually believe what Ms. Slingo says, please speak up so we can try to set you straight.
Sorry, should have read simply do they. Here.
“The Tacoma Narrows bridge was also built using very fundamental laws of physics, but that doesn’t mean it is still standing today.”
Actually not. Missing physics: aeroelastic flutter, also the designer had an untested theory.. cant recall the cite to his paper.
Posted Jul 20, 2013 at 11:21 AM | Permalink
You might think that. However, please take note of the words of Professor Julia Slingo, the Chief Scientist of the Met Office:
“I think what people find difficult to understand is what is this thing that we call a model? Well, it’s a huge computer code and it’s about solving the very fundamental equations of physics which describe the motion of the atmosphere, the motion of the oceans, how clouds form, how the land interacts with the sun’s rays, how it interacts with rainfall and so on and so on.
So what these models are is hundreds and thousands of lines of code which capture and represent our best understanding of how the climate system works. So they are not in a sense tuned to give the right answer, what they are representing is how weather, winds blow, rain forms and so forth, absolutely freely based on the fundamental laws of physics.
(Met Office: Ask the expert – Prof Julia Slingo, dated 2009-12-16)
They have the necessary resolution to ‘solve the very fundamental equations of physics which describe the motion of the atmosphere, the motion of the oceans, how clouds form, how the land interacts with the sun’s rays, how it interacts with rainfall and so on and so on’ do you they, Martin?
Julia Slingo:
” … it’s a huge computer code and it’s about solving the very fundamental equations of physics which describe the motion of the atmosphere, the motion of the oceans, how clouds form, how the land interacts with the sun’s rays, how it interacts with rainfall and so on and so on.
Gobbledeygook. WTF does “absolutely freely based on the laws of physics” mean?
How can a computer program “solve the very fundamental equations of physics”? What on earth does that even mean?
I am no scientist, but have written a lot of words which were later regurgitated by politicians who often knew little or nothing about the subject.
My career would have ground to a screaming halt if I had ever proposed words such as these. This is the Chief Scientist speaking? Oh, boy.
Slingo:
“[The models] represent our best understanding of how the climate system works.”
Quite. Perhaps a bit of “quiet time” for the scientists would be in order.
James, I’m thinking the Naughty Step, for at least a decade.
Julia Slingo’s garbled comments are just astonishing. How can someone get a higher degree in science when they make statements like:
“it’s a huge computer code and it’s about solving the very fundamental equations of physics …”
I have no scientific qualifications whatsoever, have not had the benefit (as she has) of working in the world of science, but am confident in saying that her statement is nonsense.
michael hart
I think Slingo would like you to understand that it means they built their models according to the laws of physics without any adjustment to ensure they gave the desired results.
As Steve says, with immense tact and diplomacy, this “suggests a certain amount of salesmanship” on Slingo’s part.
Steve:
Nonetheless, quite aside from the developing discrepancy in the recent period, the apparent inability of the Met Office model used for their IPCC submissions to model the early 20th century suggests a certain amount of salesmanship in the success proclamations.
Martin A and daved46 have made the general argument against GCMs, a point with which I have always agreed and is the most fundamental component of my ‘attribution scepticism’, to borrow the taxonomy of James Painter.
But what a dull world it would be if we didn’t also have Steve’s sardonic commentary on a welter of unimpressive details. Met Office salesmanship, meet your doom, for the best possible reasons.
Well I for one am extremely grateful for Steve’s commentary, that “Met Office salesmanship” is having a dire effect on people’s lives here in the UK. The Government is using it as an excuse to ‘combat climate change’ and hike energy prices up though they are being extremely dishonest about the effect of their policies.
“Why you’ll be paying £3,250 extra for gas and ‘leccy in coming years
It’s not ‘gas prices’: It is the Will of The People, says Psychohistory prof
By Lewis Page, 19th July 2013 ”
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/07/19/energy_firm_heres_the_truth_on_how_greengov_cranks_up_your_bills/
An excellent and revealing article highlighted at Bishop Hill’s blog.
EdeF
I don’t see the point in running hindcasts at all. You could always tweek this or tweek that parameter until your model approximates the station data. Likely the parameter you are tweeking may not be the one that has caused the effect in the first place. The modelers have no idea what really caused the 1940s to 1970s dip in temperature. I read that they assumed aerosols were one cause. The main assumption is that increased levels of GHGs has driven the 20th century uptick in temperatures, not a natural climatic rebound from the effects of the LIA. Since CO2 levels are increasing nearly linearly,
the future temperatures must also do the same. (With hindcasts you can put in some
fudge factors for the occasional volcanic explosion, etc. ) As a modeler, although
not in the field of climate, of 30 years experience in running very large computer simulations, I find the task of trying to model future climate very daunting. You can only model what you understand, and as Don Rumsfeld said, there are things you don’t know, and things you don’t know that you don’t know. I would take a different approach, much like Dr. Lindzen, to mainly try to do a simpler model of the sensitivity of the climate to changes in GHGs, although in no way is simple. A half-degree C divergence in the models just a few years out raises questions.
I don’t see the point in running hindcasts at all. You could always tweek this or tweek that parameter until your model approximates the station data”
I have a Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheat that produces perfect hindcasts.
However, its forecasts are as useless as an ashtray on a motorbike.
It’s a lookup table of past values.
Fair enough, but there was no need to swear to start with 🙂
My take—the reconstructed temperatures are not reliable enough prior to 1950 to draw many conclusions about whether the models are reliable or not. Beyond that, there is a substantial amount of tuning in the models.
I think the good “agreement” between a particular model and data during the backcasting period is more of a statement that somebody “worked hard” to tune their model, and possibly had more money and other resource to get their model “look good”.
(Forecasting skill would be the appropriate place to test the validity of the models.)
William Newman
Carrick wrote “(Forecasting skill would be the appropriate place to test the validity of the models.)”
Another way to test validity would be to match enough data sufficiently closely that the match can’t be due to overfitting, because (roughly) the number of independent observations being matched is much larger than the number of degrees of freedom available for tuning to improve the fit. (The “number of degrees of freedom” notion can be refined in various ways, e.g. Vapnik-Chervonenkis dimension.) I would guess (indeed, guess somewhat wildly because I’m ignorant of lots of things like measurement uncertainty and observed correlations at different time and spatial scales) that we already have enough data to convincingly check a realistically complex model if the model extended its predictions down to the detailed level where we have lots of data. (Detailed data like individual and cross-correlated statistics of local stations and individual satellite pixels.) In principle it might even be possible to use recorded weather observations to work backwards to estimate important unrecorded inputs like particulates and land use, and *still* get a mathematically convincing can’t-be-overfitting fit. In practice, given the heroic approximations needed to model a system as complicated as the earth, it seems unbelievably unlikely that anyone will be able to do that, so probably a climate modeler’s best bet is to stick to predicting a few degrees of freedom that are easy to overfit, then pound the table about how closely the hindcast matches (a few degrees of freedom in) historical data. But if tomorrow a superadvanced civilization sent us a superfast computer and a model that actually captured the physics, I think we could reliably recognize the model as good (and not explainable by overfitting) with a few months of analysis of very detailed hindcasts, without waiting for decades to see how it does on forecasts.
stevepostrel
I’ve often wondered why we don’t see Vapnik-Chervonenkis analyses of the existing simulators. That would at least put a bound on the degree of tuning involved.
Carrick, the models are tuned but we know that models can’t simulate most metrics even over that past three decades, including sea surface temperatures:
http://bobtisdale.wordpress.com/2013/02/28/cmip5-model-data-comparison-satellite-era-sea-surface-temperature-anomalies/
Precipitation over land and oceans:
http://bobtisdale.wordpress.com/2013/07/08/models-fail-global-land-precipitation-global-ocean-precipitation/
Daily Tmax and Tmin and Diurnal Temperature Range:
http://bobtisdale.wordpress.com/2013/06/20/model-data-comparison-daily-maximum-and-minimum-temperatures-and-diurnal-temperature-range-dtr/
Hemispheric sea ice area:
http://bobtisdale.wordpress.com/2013/06/15/model-data-comparison-hemispheric-sea-ice-area-2/
Gerald Browning
Climate models have been used for forecasting and the results are terrible (Dave Williamson).
Syvie Gravel’s manuscript shows how quickly a forecast model goes astray because of the dominant
error (boundary layer nonsense). They are only brought back to reality by inserting new obs every
6 or 12 hours – a process known as updating (a tuned blend of obs and model data).
Jerry, I’m very interested in this. CAn you provide a reference of link for Gravel’s paper? You may remember me from Boulder around 1978 or so. I went to one of your NCAR seminars on sound wave filtering I think.
I’ve since been working on Navier-Stokes and we have found that eddy viscosity such as is used for boundary layers is not very accurate. It’s usually overly dissipative.
tchannon
Can someone clarify the meaning of hindcast please because this looks like another word hijack and meaning twist.
I expect it to mean forecasting with time reversed where in this context take conditions today and forecast/model from then backwards.
I suspect the meaning used is nothing of the kind but merely taking some past point in time and then forecasting (ie. forwards in time) from that point, which is not hindcasting.
Forecast with withheld known data is a normal development technique which I assumed was entirely normal in climatic work, yet the word seems to have appeared often recently as though this is new.
fastfreddy101
An old Chinese saying goes: “Those who have knowledge, don’t predict. Those who predict, don’t have knowledge. “
Overfitting
The possibility of overfitting exists because the criterion used for training the model is not the same as the criterion used to judge the efficacy of a model. In particular, a model is typically trained by maximizing its performance on some set of training data. However, its efficacy is determined not by its performance on the training data but by its ability to perform well on unseen data.
That was supposed to point here …
And yet I tell you: nobody will produce a cartoon on overfitting as good as that for a very long time.
rpielke
Hi Steve – I have a comment on
“We often hear about the supposed success of current GCMs in hindcasting 20th century from first principles.”
The GCMs are not first principle models. Except for the pressure gradient force, advection and gravity, the models are constructed with parameterizations that are always using parameters and functions that are tuned [usually from a very limited set of observational data during “ideal” conditions, and/or from a higher resolution model with its own set of tuned adjustments).
Then the parameterizations are applied to situations for which they were not tuned.
I discuss this issue at length for mesoscale models (and the same restraint exists for GCMs) in my book
Pielke Sr., R.A., 2002: Mesoscale meteorological modeling. 2nd Edition, Academic Press, San Diego, CA, 676 pp. http://cires.colorado.edu/science/groups/pielke/pubs/books/mesoscalemodeling.html
Pielke Sr, R.A., 2013: Mesoscale meteorological modeling. 3rd Edition, Academic Press, in press
The same issues of tuning of parameterizations apply to the all other components of the climate models (i.e. in the representation of physics, chemistry, and biology in the oceans, snow and ice, soil, vegetation, etc).
I also recently documented the failings of the CMIP5 hindcast runs in my guest post at http://www.climatedialogue.org/are-regional-models-ready-for-prime-time/.
Roger Sr.
It’s very nice to see Roger Sr on CA. On a more anecdotal note, I’ve just found this from an interview of James Lovelock by Leo Hickman in the Guardian in March 2010:
The great climate science centres around the world are more than well aware how weak their science is. If you talk to them privately they’re scared stiff of the fact that they don’t really know what the clouds and the aerosols are doing. They could be absolutely running the show. We haven’t got the physics worked out yet. One of the chiefs once said to me that he agreed that they should include the biology in their models, but he said they hadn’t got the physics right yet and it would be five years before they do. So why on earth are the politicians spending a fortune of our money when we can least afford it on doing things to prevent events 50 years from now? They’ve employed scientists to tell them what they want to hear. The Germans and the Danes are making a fortune out of renewable energy. I’m puzzled why politicians are not a bit more pragmatic about all this.
We do need scepticism about the predictions about what will happen to the climate in 50 years, or whatever. It’s almost naive, scientifically speaking, to think we can give relatively accurate predictions for future climate. There are so many unknowns that it’s wrong to do it.
“We haven’t got the physics worked out yet.” But the folks at the Met Office don’t always say that as clearly as they might publicly, do they?
Umm, Gerald,do you realize who you are addressing your comment to?
I’ve added an update showing the UK Met Office contribution to IPCC AR5 against a couple of graphics from Ed Hawkins’ blog. Hawkins’ blog has some interesting posts and is worth a visit.
The planet’s at stake and it’s this volunteer who takes time (in both senses) and becomes first to witness such naughty observations. Satisfying moment.
RoyFOMR
Broad-brush template for func CS_tm_postLIA_HindcastProjection
/*REM//apply explicit casting on unarchived data where convenient e.g. (established physics) on (adjusted as appropriate GAT) \\UNREM*/
switch (maraschino as public)
case maraschino.startyear==1920 to maraschino.endyear=1930;
call AdjustParametersToFitFunding(maraschino );
…// repeat and adjust parameters as required for correct conclusion
Broad-brush template for func CS_tm_postPresent_HindcastProjection(*Forecast)
Forecast=SettledForecastFundingFunc(Random(0.97*CONSENSUS));
Call CS_tm_postPresent_HindcastProjection(Forecast)
Darn – it doesn’t compile but, at least, it does comply.
Kenneth Fritsch
SteveM, while looking at an average scenario model result when compared to an observed series , such as you show with RCP4.5 here, is revealing, some readers here might think that there is one or a few magic model runs that get it “right” vis a vis the observed record. To that end I have taken all the difference series from all the RCP4.5 model runs minus the GHCN observed series, then did a breakpoint determination that divides all the entire difference series into linear segments, then regressed those segments against time and finally summarized those results showing the number of significant trends in the linear segments and whether the trends are negative or positive for each model run GHCN difference pair. I also include the number of years in each linear segment.
I’ll post the results at this thread with a link to the tables showing the results. I can say right now that no difference series of RCP4.5 model runs versus GHCN has no breakpoints.
ColinD
Slightly OT, but I was at a symposium recently where a very warmist climate scientist presenter had several digs at the deniers (yes, that branding was used). One of their points was, in countering the discrepancy between models and actual temperature record, that only 5% of the difference could be attributed to the models themselves. I hadn’t heard of this before, has anyone here?
RomanM
One of their points was, in countering the discrepancy between models and actual temperature record, that only 5% of the difference could be attributed to the models themselves.
I don’t think that such a statement makes any sort of scientific sense. What was the other 95% of the difference attributed to?
I get the distinct impression that the presenter might have made a rookie misinterpretation of a confidence interval or a statistical test.
The UK Met Office HadGEM2 AOGCM has an exceptionally high climate sensitivity (ECS = 4.59 K, topped only by the MIROC-ESM model at 4.67 K), and the highest TCR (2.50 K) of any CMIP5 model analysed, per Forster et al 2013, JGR. That would account for its very high projected future warming.
At the same time HadGEM2 has a low radiative forcing for a doubling of CO2 concentrations (2.93 Wm-2, c/f 4.26 Wm-2 for MIROC-ESM, a mean of 3.44 Wm-2 for CMIP5 models analysed, and a generally accepted figure, used in AR5 WG1, of 3.71 Wm-2). HadGEM2’s sensitivity to forcing is therefore much higher than MIROC-ESM’s, at 1.57 vs 1.10 K/Wm-2 for ECS and 0.85 vs 0.52 K/Wm-2 for TCR.
HadGEM2 also has high negative aerosol forcing level, which would have had a depressing effect on its simulated change in global temperature between 1950 and 1980 or so, when aerosol loading rose rapidly. As a result of its high aerosol cooling, HadGEM2’s net forcing change from pre-industrial to 2010 was only 1.0 Wm-2, under half the estimated change per in the leaked draft AR5 WG1 report. That explains why HadGEM2’s hindcast rise in global temperature over the 20th century is unrealistically low. But under the RCP45 scenario, aerosol loadings are projected to fall from now on. So simulated future global temperature changes by HadGEM2 will fully reflect its very high TCR.
There is no doubt that HadGEM2 is an outlier model in terms of its simulation of, and response to, radiative forcings, however good it may be at simulating weather patterns in the short term .
So there are two categories of uncertainty in modeling future climate.
1. Sensitivity of a model to forcing – the code in the model
2. What the modeler has predicted future forcing(s) will be – CO2 concentration, aerosols, land use changes etc.
An engineer can design a car and predict what its fuel economy numbers will be for a given set of conditions. Separately, an engineer can predict but can’t know under what conditions (forcings) the customer will use the car. “Your mileage may vary.”
Matt Skaggs
Thanks for this Nic, I was hoping someone would post on the “why.” If I am interpreting what you wrote correctly, you are saying that hadGEM2 had high sensitivity to non-CO2 radiative forcing but low sensitivity to CO2 radiative forcing? The twin uses of “climate sensitivity” in the vernacular makes it a bit confusing. At any rate, a consensus seems to be forming that Trenberth’s missing heat was blocked by aerosols, but the heat is still coming as aerosols decline.
“you are saying that hadGEM2 had high sensitivity to non-CO2 radiative forcing but low sensitivity to CO2 radiative forcing?”
Almost right. I am saying that hadGEM2 has high sensitivity to non-CO2 radiative forcing (in W/m^2) but lower sensitivity to CO2 doubling than one would expect given its sensitivity to non-CO2 forcing”
Aerosol load and influence is the largest tuning button besides cloud influence that they do use in models. If you compare the human emissions of SO2 with that of the Pinatubo, then the maximum influence is a 0.1 K global cooling if taken into account the short (4 days) residence time of human aerosols in the lower troposphere before raining out against the 2-3 years residence time of the Pinatubo aerosols in the stratosphere. Since the 1990’s there is a huge decrease in the Western world and a huge increase in S.E. Asia, which nearly compensate each other. Despite that there is no more warming downwind the largest sources in Western Europe than upwind. And all NH oceans show more heat content increase than the SH oceans, if taken into account the difference in area, despite that 90% of all human aerosols are emitted in the NH…
RayG
What I find fascinating in reading this thread and the earlier, related ones,is the extent to which Phil Jones is being proven correct. The more data and code become available the greater the extent to which our host and a growing host of others are proving the GCMs, the stats, the data etc. are, to be polite, questionable. In other words they are just looking for things that are incorrect (often indefensible!)and finding them.
miker613
Well, good! I’ve been asking people for quite a while now: What makes you think that the models are good enough to predict a century’s worth of surface temperatures? If they aren’t, the only way that all the current models do that must be through overfitting. It’s a sign of bad model design.
The only counter-argument, that they are based entirely on physics, not on tuning, is (I think) disproved by the fact that their forecasts have almost immediately shown to be much worse than their hindcasts.
It’s a good sign if they have dropped the bad requirement of tracking the twentieth century’s temperatures, and decided to focus on predict ing a much larger ensemble of climate variables for a much shorter time period. Among other things, we’ll be able to check the forecasts much much faster. Under the old system, you got _one_ new data point per month.
In the 1960’s and 70’s there was a lot of research on optical character recognition, in the hope of constructing automatic systems to read postcodes, figures on cheques and so on.
When tried in the field, the performance was invariably much poorer than lab tests had predicted. It slowly dawned on investigators that the fallacy was “testing on the training data”, which lead to unrealistically good estimates of performance in terms of error rates and so on.
I think the same fallacy applies to climate models. Observations have been used to “parameterize” parts of the model where physical knowledge is lacking. Hindcasting then evaluates the model’s ability to reproduce climate over the same period used to obtain the parameterization data.
Deja-vu. It’s testing on the training data all over again.
Are climate modellers really using the same data to determine parameters and to demonstrate goodness of fit? If it is, then they are either being incredibly stupid, or are setting out to deceive. The golden rule is to calibrate parameters using one set of data, and validate using an independent set of data.
They claim they are not (“it’s all based on physics, not tuning.”). However, if we’ve learned anything from Machine Learning, it’s that data snooping and overfitting are incredibly hard to avoid. And these models are based on earlier models, and all of them had to match a century of surface temperatures or they went back and fixed them. I would have thought it’s going to be virtually impossible to track down any overfitting at this point. It can, however, be verified by failure of the models to predict out-of-sample correctly.
I was just reading Harry Collins on the detection of gravitational waves. That community obsesses over the possibility of the “trials factor” exaggerating their significance levels. So they use blinding procedures to prevent ex post, ad hoc adjustments and many of them only want to report five-sigma results as a further safeguard. Collins argues that their conservatism may have gone too far, but it is a striking contrast with the apparent norms in climatology.
Stephen Richards
Steve, could you put Ed Hawkins’ blog on your blogroll, please.
In a further look into the comparison of the modeled runs from CMIP5 and the Observed series for the historical period, I took difference series of the RCP4.5 series with 106 runs with 42 different models and the GHCN observed series from 1880 to May 2013. The series were anomalies for the period 1880-2013 May for the global mean monthly temperatures as collected at KNMI.
The 106 difference series were then partitioned into linear segments using the breakpoints function in R and those linear segments regressed against time to estimate the trend slope and t.values. The results are given in 2 parts in the linked tables below along with the length in years of the linear segments. The summarized results showing the total number of significant trends and the number positive and negative trends for each model/GHCN difference pair is part of a table in the third link below. That same link includes a table identifying the model code I used with the models’ official names.
In no cases were the linear segments of the difference series greater than 5 (breakpoints greater than 4) or less than 3 (breakpoints less than 2). Examination of the tables shows that there are many linear segments for relatively long periods of time that have significant trends both negative and positive. The summary in the table in the third link below shows that the total significant trends (absolute value of t.value less than 1.96) for each difference series is most often 5 and only less than 3 three times. The difference series graphs (not shown here) show for those series with less than 3 significant trends: MRC minus GHCN, with one, actually gives a large negative trend over the entire 1910-2013 May period; CMS minus GHCN, with two, gives a very steep upward trend 1880-1910 and then steeply downward from 1910-1940; FIO_2 minus GHCN, with 2, gives essentially the same pattern as CMS minus GHCN.
Notice also that models that had multiple runs could have very different numbers of significant trends and signs of trends for the runs. Also note that these models are essentially hindcasting over most of the 1880-2013 time period.
I judge that based on these significant and prevalent differences over long periods of time a comparison of the observed and modeled series is perilous and without a lot of meaning until the models reasonably well emulate the observed within the historical instrumental temperature period.
I also think that, if one is not restricted to modeling these intermediate periods reasonably well in tune with the observed record, it becomes an easier task to apply adjustments to the models to obtain agreement over longer periods of time.
I would think also that the models would be required to better approximate the natural fluctuations of the observed climate before we can determine how well the models are getting the response to anthropogenic forcings correct.
I should add that when a difference series between GHCN/GISS and GHCN/HadCRU4 pairs are presented for breakpoints determinations there are breakpoints: 2 for the first pair and 3 for the second. In a perfect world I suppose we would expect to see none and the fact that we see some provides fodder for further examination of the observed series. Those differences series between observed series have linear segments with trends averaging 0.024 degrees C per decade which can be readily seen when compared to the GHCN RCP4.5 model difference series trends to be much lower.
The GHCN/Model difference trends had an average trend=0.105 for the individual pairs with a standard deviation of 0.027. If we consider the Observed pair differences as a baseline then we can say that the diminished trends in the Observed pairs is very significantly different and smaller than the GHCN/RCP4.5 pairs. The only GHCN/model pairs out of the 2 sigma range were those for the model MRC at an average trend = 0.037 and IN at an average trend = 0.048.
It should also be noted from my previous post here that the 2 models that performed closest to the Observed series in consideration of difference series trends with GHCN were also the models with the lowest of the 106 RCP4.5 model runs for trends in the 1970-2013 May time period. The MRC model run had a trend of 0.080 degrees C per decade while the IN model run had a trend of 0.106 which compares to the GHCN trend over the same period of 0.161. This finding shows that while one can look at the breakpoint defined segment trends to determine how well the models emulated the observed temperature series it is not sufficient in determining differences. While IN and MRC perform best when comparing the linear segment trends, those models show much less warming than the observed series do in the period were AGW should show its biggest effects.
I have to keep harkening back to the importance of what the model/Observed comparison shows on a measure of how well individual models and model runs can emulate the Observed series rather than “best” models or an ensemble average. My analysis shows that none of the model runs, or at least for the CMIP5 RCP4.5 scenario runs, get it “right”.
I asked Prof Richard Betts (Met Office) when the model suggest a high rate of warming will start up again (and could not, get answer) we did agree that current rate of warming much lower than 0.3C on average required to hit low end 2040’s projections..
Richard and I on video, filmed at the Met Office here: (neither of us is Brad Pitt)
http://www.myclimateandme.com/2013/05/07/when-barry-met-richard-our-first-poll-winner-comes-to-the-met-office-2/
as they paid expenses, train, taxi’s, lunch I guess I’m now in the pay of ‘Big Climate’ never to be trusted by a sceptic again (my little joke)
twr57
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THAT PAGE COULDN’T BE FOUND! (apologies for the caps, which are myclimateandme’s).
Have they junked it, or is there a typo somewhere? Looks like the former, as it was formerly available on Facebook, but is now no longer. Do you have another link?
ianl8888
@Mosher July 21 3:19pm
Your quote:
… the designer had an untested theory
If it’s not tested, it’s an hypothesis, not a “theory”
Global warming has been on “pause” for 15 years but will speed up again and is still a real threat, Met Office scientists have warned.
Thanks Martin.
Scientists have long been aware that climate change would not happen at a fixed rate and could include periods where temperatures remain stable for 10 to 20 years, but admitted they had failed to explain this to the public in the past.
So they were aware in 1997 that temperatures might remain stable for 20 years from that moment but forgot to mention this to the general public? Or was it later that this realisation hit them? When exactly?
Were they aware that most of their models would be invalidated by a pause as long as 20 years? Did they realise, in other words, that their models were already invalid, based on this stated ‘awareness’. At what point were they aware of this?
Met office models predicted the warming standstill.
(Although it was only after 15+ years of standstill that it was apparent to the Met Office that their models had in fact predicted it.)
Martin, what I find interesting and at the same time a bit puzzling is that we have the 2 headed explanation of the recent pause in warming: 1) we are told that the models can show longer duration pauses in warming of the length of the recent pause and then 2) we are told that the recent warming pause is caused by the deep ocean taking up more heat than it had earlier.
What is not made clear is whether the models “know” about the deep ocean napping and then awaking to heat uptake. I doubt very much that the model excursions that on rare occasions will show 15 year level trends are related directly to changes in deep ocean heat uptake. What do you think?
I have been giving evidence to show that the models and the observed temperature trends can be significantly different over periods of time longer than 20 years. We can debate the issue of level trends of 15 years in models but that is a rather rare event and is rather beside the point of how well the models emulate the observed temperature trends.
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Morning Box Score
By Marcus Gilmer on Sep 17, 2008 2:00PM
Cubs Outlast Brewers
The Chicago Cubs handed Milwaukee ace C.C. Sabathia his first loss in a Brewer uniform and moved closer to a second straight division title with a 5-4 victory. It was the Cubs fifth straight victory as they seemed to have shaken that September Slump. Ryan Dempster struck out nine and allowed only two runs over six innings to earn his 16th win; Kerry Wood made it interesting by allowing the Brewers to draw within one run and put two men on base before striking out Prince Fielder to clinch his 31st save. Dempster's win (and every win here on out) set a career-high. "When you have personal success, it's far more enjoyable when your team is doing so well, it really is. But at the same time, I don't want it to end there. I'd like to get a few more, and hopefully some late in October would be really nice." Alfonso Soriano smacked his 29th homer run and Aramis Ramirez hit two doubles and drove in two runs. Henry Blanco had a pinch-hit RBI single in the eight that proved to be the game-winning hit. If the Cubs, who now lead the Brewers by nine games, manage to sweep the series, they'll officially clinch the division.
Sox Spank Yanks
Gavin Floyd gave the Sox an excellent start and the Sox bats did the rest as the Pale Hose rebounded from last night's loss to beat the Yankees 6-2. Alexei Ramirez had a solo home run and Juan Uribe had two RBIs in going 3-for-3. Floyd pitched seven strong innings, allowing two runs and striking out four; Thornton and Jenks added a scoreless inning each to wrap the game up. First baseman Paul Konerko played for the first time since spraining his MCL last week and said, "Usually when you are out for a few games, you try to see some pitches when you come back. But I tried to get going early. I just felt like the first good pitch I saw, get off on that in any at-bat. I felt like I did seven days ago, which is good, because I felt good then." A Victor Martinez walk-off home run helped the Indians dump the Twins and extended the White Sox lead in the AL Central to 2.5 games. Their magic number to clinch the division remains at 10.
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U.S. REPS. VAL DEMINGS OF FLORIDA, SYLVIA GARCIA OF TEXAS NAMED IMPEACHMENT MANAGERS
Pelosi with managers; Garcia far left, Demings far right. (From Washington Post Live)
Demings who represents metro Orlando in the House, is the only non-lawyer among the seven House managers, although she has a background in law enforcement as a former police chief. Garcia, a former municipal judge in Houston, is one of just two freshmen House members selected as a manager. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she looked for managers with “comfort level in the courtroom” to lead the House case in Donald Trump’s Senate trial. (Posted January 15)
GEORGIA’S NEW REPUBLICAN U.S. SENATOR KELLY LOEFFLER SWORN IN AS IMPEACHMENT LOOMS
Loeffler sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence
Loeffler, a multi-millionaire Atlanta finance executive and Republican mega-donor who co-owns the city’s WNBA franchise, took the oath of office January 6 to replace Johnny Isakson, a veteran GOP lawmaker who resigned his seat due to declining health. She will seek the remaining two years of Isakson’s term in a special election in November. Loeffler, who has no previous elected political experience, was picked for the Senate seat by Republican Governor Brian Kemp in December after a public, two-month search in which he accepted applications from more than 500 would-be senators. (Posted January 6)
FORMER SAN ANTONIO MAYOR JULIÁN CASTRO ENDS RUN IN DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL RACE
Julián Castro
Castro, the last Southerner and the only Latino in the 2020 presidential race, told his supporters that “given the circumstances of this campaign season, I’ve determined that it simply isn’t our time.” He exited the race by calling on Democrats to change their nominating process, which he said disadvantages candidates of color by starting in mostly white Iowa and New Hampshire. Castro was polling in low single digits in both of those states, as well as nationally and in more diverse early voting states such as Nevada and South Carolina. (Posted January 3)
GEORGIA U.S. REP. JOHN LEWIS VOWS TO FIGHT AFTER BEING DIAGNOSED WITH PANCREATIC CANCER
Lewis, the dean of Georgia’s congressional delegation and an icon of the civil rights movement, has Stage 4, or metastatic, pancreatic cancer, a disease which has just a 3 percent survival rate. Lewis said that while he was “clear-eyed about the prognosis,” he has “decided to do what I know to do and do what I have always done: I am going to fight it.” Lewis, a Democrat, has represented the Atlanta-based 5th District since 1987. (Posted December 30)
ALL 10 SOUTHERN DEMOCRATS IN U.S. HOUSE WHO FLIPPED SEATS IN 2018 VOTE FOR IMPEACHMENT
Vote tally on second article of impeachment (From C-SPAN via YouTube)
The list of Southern Democrats voting to impeach President Donald Trump includes five members representing districts Trump won in 2016 — Abigail Spanberger and Elaine Luria of Virginia, Lucy McBath of Georgia, Kendra Horn of Oklahoma, and Joe Cunningham of South Carolina. Five other members who flipped districts that Hillary Clinton won also voted yes — Colin Allred and Lizzie Fletcher of Texas, Jennifer Wexton of Virginia, and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Donna Shalala of Florida. The impeachment vote is likely to be a pivotal issue next year as these Democrats try to hang on to their seats against Republican challengers, in an election with Trump at the top of the ballot. (Posted December 18)
“MATT BEVIN CAN ROT IN HELL”: OUTRAGE OVER DEPARTING KENTUCKY GOVERNOR’S PARDONS
Bevin is being pilloried by Republicans and Democrats alike after issuing 428 pardons and commutations on his way out the door after his November election loss, including a pardon for a man serving 20 years for his role in a fatal home invasion robbery whose brother hosted a Bevin fundraiser. The GOP Senate president now wants a federal investigation, and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called the pardons “completely inappropriate.” But Bevin said suggestions that the pardon and fundraiser might be linked are “highly offensive and entirely false.” (Posted December 14)
DEMOCRAT ANDY BESHEAR CALLS FOR UNITY AS HE TAKES OFFICE AS KENTUCKY GOVERNOR
In his inaugural address, Beshear called on Kentuckians to “come together for the common good” after the tumultuous tenure of his predecessor, Republican Matt Bevin, and vowed to “be a governor just as much for those who voted against me as those who voted for me because I view this election as an opportunity — an opportunity to heal wounds, an opportunity to work together instead of angling for political gain.” Beshear defeated Bevin by 5,100 votes in November to claim the governor’s post previously held by his father. (Posted December 10)
INSIGHT: WHAT DO THE 2019 ELECTION RESULTS IN 4 SOUTHERN STATES TELL US ABOUT 2020 RACES?
Rich Shumate
Now that the dust has cleared from elections in four Southern states earlier this month, what are the lessons, if any, for 2020 elections in which both the presidency and control of Congress will be on the line? Some pundits in the chattering class and Democratic politicians have looked at victories by Democrats in governor’s races in deep red Kentucky and Louisiana and gleefully found evil portends for their GOP rivals next year. While that would be overreach, the wins by Andy Beshear and John Bel Edwards showed that the Republican strategy of calling Democrats socialists and ginning up the faithful with Trump rallies has its limits, even in states that the president carried by more than 20 points. And more concerning for the GOP are the margins Democrats ran up in cities and suburbs. (Posted November 22)
TRUMP REBUFFED AS LOUISIANA DEMOCRATIC GOVERNOR JOHN BEL EDWARDS WINS RE-ELECTION
Edwards addresses supporters in New Orleans
Edwards narrowly won re-election to a second term, defeating Republican Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone by a margin of 51 percent for 49 percent. The win by Edwards gives Democrats victories in two out of three Southern governor’s races this year, despite fervent interventions in all three races by President Donald Trump in states he carried handily in 2016. In his victory speech, Edwards responded to Trump with a classic Southern putdown: “And as for the president — God bless his heart.” In the other statewide office on the ballot, Republican incumbent Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin easily defeated Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup. (Posted November 16)
FORMER TRUMP ATTORNEY GENERAL JEFF SESSIONS WANTS HIS SENATE SEAT BACK IN ALABAMA
Sessions announces on Fox News
Sessions, who served 20 years in the Senate before leaving to join President Donald Trump’s Cabinet, has filed to run for the seat held by Democratic U.S. Senator Doug Jones. To win, he’ll have to overcome eight Republicans already in the race — including U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne from Mobile, former Auburn University football coach Tommy Tuberville Secretary of State John Merrill, and former state Supreme Court justice Roy Moore — as well as resistance from Trump, who called Sessions “weak” and disappointing before forcing him out as attorney general a year ago. (Posted November 8)
VIRGINIA VOTE: DEMOCRATS FLIP BOTH HOUSES OF LEGISLATURE FROM RED TO BLUE
Democrats won majorities in the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates for the first time in 24 years, completing a takeover of state government that will give them total control of the reapportionment process after the 2020 census. Coupled with the Democratic sweep of all three statewide offices in 2017 and flipping three U.S. House seats in 2018, Tuesday’s result is the latest evidence that political control Old Dominion has slipped away from the GOP and into Democratic hands. (Posted November 5)
MISSISSIPPI LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR TATE REEVES WINS GOVERNOR’S RACE IN GOP SWEEP
Reeves claims win
Reeves capped a 16-year ascent through the ranks of state politics by capturing the governorship, extending the GOP’s lock on the office for another four years. Buoyed by a pre-election visit to Tupelo by President Donald Trump, Reeves defeated Democratic Attorney General Jim Hood 52 percent to 47 percent. Republicans also swept six other statewide races to continue their dominance in the Magnolia State (Posted November 5)
BETO O’ROURKE EXITS DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL RACE AS POLLING, FUNDRAISING COLLAPSE
O’Rourke withdraws (NBC/YouTube)
Seven months after beginning his quest for the presidency with high hopes and lavish media attention born of political star power, O’Rourke, the former U.S. House member from Texas, has brought his campaign to an abrupt and quiet end. O’Rourke made his exit by telling a crowd of supporters in Des Moines, Iowa, that “we do not have the means to pursue this campaign successfully.” His short-lived campaign will perhaps be best remembered for a moment in a September debate where, in a call for mandatory buybacks of assault weapons, he said, “Hell, yes, we’re going to take your AR-15, your AK-47.” (Posted November 2)
FIVE SOUTHERN U.S HOUSE DEMOCRATS IN PRO-TRUMP DISTRICTS VOTE FOR IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY
The Southern Democrats from districts President Donald Trump carried in 2016 who voted for the measure to move forward with an impeachment inquiry were Abigail Spanberger and Elaine Luria of Virginia, Lucy McBath of Georgia, Kendra Horn of Oklahoma, and Joe Cunningham of South Carolina. Five other Democrats who also flipped GOP-held seats in 2018 — Colin Alled and Lizzie Fletcher of Texas, Jennifer Wexton of Virginia, and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Donna Shalala of Florida — also voted for the measure. (Posted October 31)
STEVEN REED MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN ELECTED MONTGOMERY MAYOR
Steven Reed
Reed, 45, currently a county probate judge, won a runoff to become the first black mayor of Montgomery, the first capital of the Confederacy and the cradle of the civil rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s. Reed carried 67 percent of the vote in an October 8 runoff against David Woods, a local television station owner, who carried 33 percent. The two men had taken the top two places in the first round of voting in August. (Posted October 9)
“TEXODUS” CONTINUES TO RESHAPE LONE STAR STATE’S REPUBLICAN U.S. HOUSE DELEGATION
Mac Thornberry
The latest Texas GOP congressman to announce he won’t seek re-election in 2020 is U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry, who joins five home-state colleagues — with, together, more than 80 years of seniority — who had earlier announced their retirements. While Thornberry’s district is unlikely to fall into Democratic hands, his departure is the latest shake-up in a GOP delegation that will have lost 14 members in just four years. (Posted September 30)
VIRGINIA LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR JUSTIN FAIRFAX SUES CBS OVER SEXUAL ASSAULT CLAIMS
After seven months of publicly fighting politically damaging allegations of sexual assault, Fairfax has struck back with a $400 million defamation suit against CBS, accusing the network of abandoning “sound, standard journalistic practices” when it aired interviews with Fairfax’s two accusers in April. A complaint filed in federal court in Alexandria also accuses Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney — a fellow African-American Democrat and political rival of Fairfax — of being involved in the effort to make the women’s charges public. (Posted September 12)
CHASING CORNYN: GAGGLE OF DEMOCRATS TAKING AIM AT TEXAS’S SENIOR U.S. SENATOR
As he faces re-election in 2020, Republican U.S. Senator John Cornyn can boast of nearly two decades of experience, has more than $9 million tucked away and represents a state that hasn’t elected a Democratic senator since the days of Ronald Reagan. And yet, Democrats are falling all over themselves to get into what appears to be, at least on paper, an enterprise with dubious chance of success. Nine Democrats are already running, and the question mark hanging over their primary is whether former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke will abandon his campaign for president and return to the Lone Star Star state to try once again for the job that eluded him in 2018. (Posted August 25)
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Find out what is happening at Chilworth Manor Vineyard
First signs of growth
Now that the long wet winter is finally over, we turn our attention to the new vintage.
April in the vineyard is a watershed moment. The winter pruning is over and this year’s canes are tied down onto the fruiting wires. Along those canes, the tiny buds that will produce shoots and flowers and fruit are beginning to stir from dormancy. It is a time of great anticipation and excitement, looking forward to the new season’s growth, but also one of anxiety where we keep a very close eye on the weather and especially the temperatures. The tender, new shoots are easily damaged by late Spring frosts.
This April’s mini-heatwave proved a distinct blessing for the vines. Up till then, they had seemed very reluctant to show any signs of life following the cold and wet Spring. The dramatic, if brief, turnaround in temperature gave them a much needed boost (we recorded 28C on one memorable day) and the buds were quick to respond. Those on the Chardonnays started to burst into life on the 18th with the Pinot Noirs and Pinot Meuniers following shortly after on the 21st – a good two to three weeks later than 2017, but at that time we had an unusually warm beginning to the season. That was both a boon and a curse, though, as a hard, late air-frost caught the early growth despite our best efforts to ward off the freeze with frost candles burning in the rows.
One thing we have noticed this year, is that the budburst is much more evenly spread across all the blocks of vines – Chardonnays tend to get away earlier, but this April the Pinots are in general closer behind. Hopefully, that will mean greater consistency of growth, fruit set and ripening through the season.
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Josip Vrankic Jaden Bediako Tyrell Terry Lukas Kisunas Daejon Davis James Keefe Sports Men's college basketball College basketball Basketball College sports Men's basketball Men's sports
Santa Clara West Coast Stanford Pac-12
Terry's 21 points leads Stanford to 82-64 win over Broncos
By RICK EYMER - Nov. 17, 2019 01:50 AM EST
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Tyrell Terry makes sure he gets in a certain amount of free throws and 3-pointers before he leaves the gym every night. It showed Saturday night.
Terry scored 21 points, including an 11-of-11 performance from the foul line, in helping Stanford beat neighboring Santa Clara 82-64.
“It’s all about muscle memory,” Terry said. “I just want to get my reps in.”
Oscar da Silva added 18 points and had 10 rebounds for the Cardinal (4-0), which was playing the Broncos (3-1) for the first time in 11 years.
“I feel a lot more comfortable out there,” da Silva said. “When you’re put in position to score, you want to take advantage. Everybody can contribute in different ways. We have to stay hungry and keep working.”
Daejon Davis added 15 points and Lukas Kisunas came off the bench to score eight points and grab 10 rebounds for the Cardinal.
Josip Vrankic scored 13 points to lead Santa Clara, which was playing its first road game of the season.
“Our abundance of fouls in this game was a real factor,” Broncos coach Herb Sendek said. “When you commit 26 personal fouls, and they attempt 35 free throws, that's a lot to overcome. It wasn't foul trouble on one particular player; we had a few guys foul out, several in foul trouble, and it was a parade to the free-throw line.”
Santa Clara scored the game’s first seven points and had several opportunities to extend that advantage.
The Broncos were still ahead with just over seven minutes in the first half when Jaden Bediako hit a short jumper for a 25-21 edge.
Terry hit a pair of free throws and James Keefe turned an offensive rebound into a basket to tie it, part of a 17-3 run that put Stanford ahead to stay, eventually taking a 38-32 edge into halftime.
“We went down early right off the bat but the last 10 minutes of the first half we defended at a high level and that set the tone for the rest of the game,” Stanford coach Jerod Haase said. “We did a good job of attacking the paint and when you can do that good things happen. Free throws are a byproduct of that.”
BEING UNDEFEATED
While the Stanford players are happy to be undefeated, it’s no big deal on a campus that enjoys the moniker “nerd nation”.
“You walk around Stanford and you run into people running their own companies, people who own gold medals,” da Silva said. “We’re just playing basketball.”
“It’s crazy walking around here,” Tyrell Terry added. “Four-and-oh is mediocre compared to the things people have done on this campus.”
Santa Clara: The Broncos rely on an experienced group, with its five top scorers returning. They opened with three straight home wins, including a victory over Washington State. Santa Clara had won three straight against the Pac-12 Conference until Saturday night. The Broncos are without a senior on the roster.
They looked terrific in the first 10 minutes but then lost some of their shooting touch.
Stanford: How Oscar da Silva and Daejon Davis go, so go the Cardinal. The juniors provide leadership and play hard on every possession. They’re joined by two freshmen and a sophomore among the starting five. Both had solid games against Santa Clara, inspiring the younger players.
Santa Clara: The Broncos return home to host Division II Notre Dame de Namur on Tuesday.
Stanford: The Cardinal continues their six-game, season-opening homestand against Maryland Eastern Shore on Tuesday.
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Colorado State QB Collin Hill lost for the year due to torn ACL
By Kevin McGuireOct 10, 2016, 4:30 PM EDT
Colorado State will play the remainder of the season without freshman quarterback Collin Hill, the team’s leading passer. Colorado State head coach Mike Bobo announced on Monday Hill suffered a torn ACL that will sideline for the rest of the season.
Coach Bobo: Collin Hill tore his ACL. Nick Stevens will start at QB on Saturday.
— CSU Rams Football (@CSUFootball) October 10, 2016
Hill passed for 1,096 yards and eight touchdowns with just two interceptions in five games this season. As Bobo announced, the Rams will turn the offense over to junior Nick Stevens, who has appeared in three games and passed for 77 yards with two interceptions this season. Stevens was Colorado State’s leading passer in 2015 with 2,679 yards and 21 touchdowns with 12 interceptions.
Colorado State enters this week with a 3-3 record after knocking off Utah State this past weekend, 31-24. The Rams hit the road this week to take on Boise State and still have road games at Air Force and San Diego State remaining as the Rams look to scratch together three more wins in order to become bowl eligible.
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Oregon confirms hiring of Joe Moorhead as OC
The Oregon Ducks football team officially has its new offensive boss.
Last week, it was reported that the Ducks were expected to hire Joe Moorhead as offensive coordinator. A week later, the Pac-12 school confirmed Moorhead’s addition to Mario Cristobal‘s coaching staff.
Moorhead replaces Marcus Arroyo, who took the head job at UNLV in mid-December.
“The search for our next offensive coordinator was extensive and drew interest from coaches at all levels from around the country,” the Oregon Ducks football head coach said in a statement. “It was a thorough process, because we wanted to not only get the best coach for the University of Oregon, but also the best fit for our student-athletes and coaches. I’m fired up to welcome Joe, his wife Jennifer, daughter Kyra and sons Mason and Donovan, to Eugene and our football family.
“I’ve admired Joe’s offensive philosophy and ability as a play-caller from afar, and after meeting with him I was even more impressed. He is a great teacher and communicator, and instills confidence and belief in his players. His offenses have been explosive, balanced, multiple and creative. More importantly, he’s a great man, father and husband who our players and staff will enjoy working with.”
In two seasons at Mississippi State, Moorhead went 14-12. Moorhead’s January firing was centered on an ugly fight between teammates in the run-up to the Music City Bowl.
The day after Christmas, it was reported that freshman Garrett Shrader, who was supposed to start the bowl game at quarterback, was injured in a post-practice scuffle with a defensive teammate. The altercation was preceded by an in-practice altercation during a contact drill. Shrader suffered some orbital bone damage as a result of the incident.
The MSU job was, at the time, the furthest west Moorhead had worked in a three-decade coaching career.
From 2016-17, Moorhead was the coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Penn State. In the four years before that, he was the head coach at FCS Fordham. He’s also been on staffs at UConn (2009-11), Akron (2004-2008) and Georgetown (2003).
Moorhead was the coordinator at all three of those latter stops.
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Jim Zub Talks The Return Of Wayward
By Jamie Lovett - September 6, 2017 09:46 am EDT
(Photo: Steven Cummings)
This week, Jim Zub and Steven Cummings’ Wayward returns for its third story arc at Image Comics. There series began by following young Rori Lane as she acclimated to life in Japan, and discovered her untapped supernatural potential in the process. Since then, the series has progressed into story about a group of young gods – Rori and her friends – fighting to find their place in a world where the old gods aren’t very welcoming.
With Wayward #11 kicking off the new arc this Wednesday, we spoke to Zub about his world and character, how the series has changed, and where the series is going.
When Wayward was first announced, the tagline was "Buffy the Vampire Slayer for a new generation." The description seemed apt in its first two arcs, but the ending of the second arc seemed to suggest the series would be growing beyond that tagline. How would describe what Wayward is becoming, and will it maintain that innate Buffy-ness?
Zub: That tagline was a shortcut, a way for us to explain to readers and retailers the overall feel of what we were going for, not necessarily something we intended to copy. Even Wayward’s first arc takes things in quite a different direction, and the second arc pushed it even further away from being “Buffy-like.“
We have all kinds of surprises still to come, but I think readers can tell that with the third arc we’re in waaaay different territory. It’s been fun giving people a bit of that teenage high school supernatural drama and then pulling the rug out from under them to show them a much bigger story filled to the brim with big mysteries and bigger mythology to explore. I was confident that Buffy fans would enjoy it even though we weren’t just doing “Japanese Buffy.”
Now that Rori and her friends better understand what they are and what they're up against, what is their mission going forward? Do they actively want to remove the old gods, or do they just want to be left to their own devices?
Zub: That’s the problem with teenagers, sometimes they struggle just to find out what direction they should be going.
Are these new gods meant to epitomize a concept or idea, like "Thor, god of thunder" or "Amaterasu, goddess of the sun," or is god simply a word denoting a being of supernatural origin and power? Would this be something thrust on them, or would they have to define what they represent for themselves?
Zub: Each of the teenagers definitely encompasses something in terms of the way they focus their abilities, but we haven’t be explicit about it yet. Unfortunately I have to leave you hanging on this question as well because I don’t want to spoil what’s coming down the pipe.
The series takes place in Japan, and we're introduced to the setting through the eyes of Rori, who has been living abroad. Did you feel it was important to introduce a Western audience to the Japanese setting through a more Westernized character?
Zub: I don’t think it was an absolute, but it definitely made things easier since we could introduce elements to Rori and the reader at the same time without having Japanese characters info dumping on things they already know about their city or their myths. Rori being from outside Japan is also important to the overall story and things yet to come.
With the series relying so heavily on Japanese mythology and folklore, what is the research process like for the series? How much of a priority is accuracy to the source material, versus making the material work for the story and the visual aesthetic you've established?
Zub: I do quite a bit of reading on Yokai and Japanese folklore to look for little nuggets of good material we can use in the series. Steven also suggests a lot of different stuff as it goes along, specific creatures he wants to illustrate or places he thinks would make for a good setting for specific scenes. Zack Davisson, who writes the essay material in the back of each issue, reads over the story outlines and scripts and makes suggestions as well in terms of how some other history/mythological elements might be reflected or symbolism we can add to the mix.
The nice thing about mythology, and this holds true for almost every culture, is that a lot of it is murky; contradicting stories, changing details. We can pick and choose which versions of these creatures we use and fill in gaps with our own ideas just as people do with Euro-centric mythology like vampires, werewolves, or dragons. We can be pretty accurate to the lore and still do a lot of world building of our own.
Wayward #11 hits store shelves and digital on Nov. 18.
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UPDATED: ‘Frenemies’ New “All New Marvel Now!” to be revealed at NYCC
Updated: Ales Kot takes over Secret Avengers with a new #1 with Michael Walsh on art duties in March 2014. Spider-Woman joins the team! A new story arc written by Ales Kot and art by Michael Walsh to be revealed at the “Avengers” panel at NYCC on October 11th.
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Manapul and Buccello are moving on from their run on The Flash to take over for John Layman on Detective Comics. Layman’s new project for DC will be announced at New York Comic-con. Both Manapul and Buccello have done an amazing job on story and art for the Flash making it one of DC’s most…
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Malkin Takes Manhattan: After Snag, IPO Vote Next Month Expected to Succeed
By Al Barbarino March 26, 2013 8:00 am
A giant gorilla-like creature scales the Empire State Building, clutching a beautiful blond woman. Fighter jets circle, machine guns shooting to kill. He pounds his chest, roaring, refusing to go down without a fight.
The final scene from the 1933 production of King Kong gripped viewers and put them on the edge of their seats like no other drama involving the Empire State Building has to this day. But the tale surrounding Malkin Holdings’ bid to make the storied property part of a public Real Estate Investment Trust now runs a close second.
Peter and Anthony Malkin are facing a web of investors opposed to the REIT and find themselves defending the company against contentious lawsuits.
“It’s great theater for sure,” said Larry Longua, a clinical associate professor at NYU Schack. “There are a lot of twists and turns.”
The fate of Kong, as he stood atop the tower, was inevitable. But the Malkins’ future seemed to brighten last week when word broke that they were edging closer to obtaining the number of shareholder approvals needed to support the controversial $1 billion launch of the IPO and REIT, which would include 18 other properties in Manhattan, Connecticut and Westchester County.
“I feel very comfortable,” Anthony Malkin told The Commercial Observer on Thursday, parsing his words carefully to avoid rattling the Securities and Exchange Commission. “We’re working hard on behalf of our investors as far as moving this process along.”
The latest update on the vote, filed by the Malkins with the SEC on March 15, took the form of a letter to unit-holders that encouraged the “very small percentage of participants who have voted against any proposal to consider now changing their votes to be for all the proposals.”
Of those who had voted at the time, 90 percent of the tower’s unit-holders had approved the plan, as did 95 percent at 1 Grand Central Place and 97 percent at 250 West 57th Street, which equated to roughly three-quarters of the votes needed.
Citing SEC rules, Mr. Malkin was unable to provide The Commercial Observer with the latest update on the voting or make any projections or predictions, but some viewed the SEC filing as indicative of imminent success.
“It sounds like they have generated enough momentum to make this thing happen,” said one Malkin colleague, an executive at a leading real estate firm in New York City.
But the controversial plan requires support from holders of 80 percent of the 3,300 units owned by Empire State Building Associates LLC to proceed, and only two-thirds of the total unit-holders had voted at the time.
Meanwhile, a mounting movement that began over a year ago and culminated in a class-action lawsuit against the Malkins is poised to block the REIT from becoming a reality—and perhaps to make their plans more difficult one way or another.
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Timbercreek Provides $30M Bridge Loan to Recap Charlotte Office Building
By Mack Burke November 4, 2019 1:31 pm
1515 Montford Park. Courtesy: Greystone
Canadian commercial real estate investment firm Timbercreek Asset Management has provided $30.3 million in bridge financing to Grubb Properties for the recapitalization and lease-up of a recently renovated office building in Charlotte, N.C., Commercial Observer has learned.
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The 42-month, floating-rate loan covers the recapitalization of a 10-story suburban office property called 1515 Montford Park, just south of Charlotte.
“Grubb Properties has completed the heavy lift and with the remaining vacancy concentrated on the upper floors, we look forward to seeing the asset through lease-up and stabilization,” Timbercreek executive director Patrick Maroney said in a prepared statement. “Charlotte continues to show strong signs of growth and investor liquidity and remains a target market for the U.S. debt fund.”
A Greystone Capital Advisors team led by president Drew Fletcher, who served as the exclusive advisor, along with executive managing director Paul Fried, vice president Matthew Hirsch, senior associate Steven Deck and analyst Cassandra Connolly, arranged the transaction on behalf of Grubb.
The roughly 123,000-square-foot office building is located at 1515 Mockingbird Lane in the city’s Montford neighborhood, and it sits within a nearly 11-acre mixed-use campus that Grubb is redeveloping, according to information from Greystone. Grubb recently wrapped up what was a floor-by-floor renovation of the office building, which it undertook in 2017; the work included large-scale upgrades to building systems.
There’s around 29,000 square feet of space available at the property, with asking rents at $28 per square foot, according to Grubb’s website. The building includes a tenant lounge and a fifth-floor balcony, and there’s also a fitness center located next door.
Brokerage CBRE currently handles leasing at the property, according to property information on Grubb’s website.
In May last year, Bloomberg reported that Toronto-based Timbercreek launched fundraising for its largest ever U.S. debt fund, seeking $1 billion for a closed-ended vehicle that would deploy $10 million to $35 million loans, such as this one, on transitional properties across the country. The firm was aiming for returns in the 8 to 10 percent range, according to a September 2018 report by Commercial Mortgage Alert.
The vehicle will support financings with loan-to-value ratios of up to 80 percent for most property types but multifamily, which can reach up to 85 percent, according to Commercial Mortgage Alert’s report; the fund will not target ground-up construction opportunities, instead focusing on “heavy rehabilitation.”
Maroney was brought on by Timbercreek last year — from New York-based lender Annaly Capital Management — to head up the development and operation of the fund.
Keywords: 1515 Montford Park, Annaly Capital Management, Cassandra Connolly, CBRE, Drew Fletcher, Greystone Capital Advisors, Grubb Properties, Matthew Hirsch, Patrick Maroney, Paul Fried, Steven Deck, Timbercreek Asset Management
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We commend the Governor and General Assembly for passing Common Sense Pension reform
This past year, Illinois took historic action by passing a law that consolidates the state’s downstate public safety pension investment funds. This is an important first step in solving the ongoing pension funding crisis in Illinois. This solution provides much-needed financial relief to local governments and their taxpayers all while ensuring we are able to keep our promises to public servants. We sincerely thank the governor for his leadership and support on this very important issue as well as lawmakers who voted in favor.
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Communities across Illinois are facing an urgent pension funding crisis within their police and firefighter pension funds. With many communities’ pension systems massively underfunded, retirees face uncertainty and taxpayers continue to see tax increases and the potential for public safety service reductions. Illinois has had more than 650 individual downstate and suburban police and firefighter pension funds, resulting in redundant administrative costs. Making matters worse, smaller individual funds historically produce lower returns for pensioners.
The solution put forward by the Governor’s Pension Consolidation Feasibility Task Force calls on lawmakers to pass legislation that would consolidate the investments of Illinois’ downstate and suburban police and firefighter pension funds into two separate funds, one for police officers and one for firefighters. This would provide many benefits to our police officers and firefighters, as well as taxpayers and municipalities across the state, including higher funding ratios, more diverse investment portfolios and long-term taxpayer savings. Further, the proposal outlined by the task force would allow local pension boards to maintain all other authority such as pension awards and disability determinations.
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Klein: Class sizes will rise next year, even with special funds
By Philissa Cramer
The city should be prepared to see the average class size continue to increase this fall, Schools Chancellor Joel Klein told members of the City Council today.
During a hearing this morning about the Department of Education’s proposed budget, finance committee chair David Weprin asked Klein what might happen to class sizes next year, when school budgets are cut by more than 5 percent, especially given that schools used $84 million to reduce class sizes this year yet the average class size went up for the first time in several years.
“I think they will increase, not dramatically,” Klein said, explaining that the expected decline in the size of the teaching force through attrition would likely cause class sizes to inch up.
Education committee chair Robert Jackson asked Klein how watchdogs can make sure that state class size reduction money is being spent on its intended purpose if class sizes continue to increase.
Klein said the department will monitor how principals use the special funds, which flow to the city through a state program called Contracts for Excellence, and people who ask principals for an accounting should be able to get an appropriate answer. But he reminded Weprin and Jackson that even if all of the money is used appropriately, that might not offset other funding cuts in a particular school.
A school might hire two new teachers with Contracts for Excellence money, which would reduce class size in some grades, Klein said by way of example. But at the same time, the school’s tax levy funding might drop by so much that the principal would have to eliminate three teaching positions. The school would have spent all of the mandated money on class size reduction, but the total teaching staff would still have decreased, Klein said. Still, he added, classes would be smaller than if the school hadn’t gotten the class size reduction funds in the first place and began the next school year with five fewer teachers instead of one.
Klein’s explanation of why it’s so difficult for schools to reduce their average class size resembled the one given to Elizabeth by a DOE employee earlier this month.
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None of the three little pigs built a house out of metal, but it would have been a good way to keep away the big, bad wolf.
Sturdy, strong, and sustainable metal walls and roof panels are known for their durable and green features. Metal is almost unbeatable among building materials for its recyclable properties, and metal walls and roofs contribute to reduced energy consumption, as their well-known cool roofing properties reflect heat energy and absorb less heat, keeping buildings cooler and reducing air-conditioning costs.
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In fact, Andy Feth, project director at C.W. Driver Companies in San Diego, says he frequently specifies metal wall systems solely on account of their sustainable attributes. “Many metal products in the construction industry are manufactured with recycled materials,” he explains. Notably, “it’s an excellent reuse or repurposing of materials that might previously have ended up in a landfill.”
One-hundred percent recyclable, metal walls and roofs can also be manufactured with 40 percent recycled steel. This figure is especially impressive in light of the estimated 11 million tons of asphalt shingles that end up in landfills. Consequently, it’s easy to see why Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection ranks metal roofing as one of the most eco-friendly roofing solutions in terms of waste reduction.1
Meanwhile, Gloria D. Lee, principal of Swift Lee Office Architects in Pasadena, California, is enthusiastic about what she considers the most noteworthy sustainability attributes of metal walls and roofing retrofits: long life, low maintenance, reduced probability of water intrusion, recycled steel content, high solar reflective index (SRI), light weight, and metal roofs’ compatibility with clip-on photovoltaics (PV) or thin-film peel-and-stick PV.
As a highly durable, long-lasting material, metal roofs and panels deliver an excellent roofing return on investment.
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The Welcome Pavilion at Hershey Gardens in Hershey, Pennsylvania, features a new curved metal standing seam roof that mimics early 20th century design and seems to crown the conservatory.
Furthermore, “metal wall and roof systems offer numerous ways to contribute to a high-performing building envelope,” adds Karl Hielscher, CEO, Metal Construction Association, a Chicago-based association.
Beyond these advantages, many architects and builders are turning to metal for its clean lines, ease of use, and versatility, finding inspiration—and innovation—in metal building products.
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Industrywide, metal construction is on the rise—and for good reason. Recyclable, durable, and easy to install, metal has a loyal and growing following.
For example, out of the U.S. Department of Defense’s new construction and reroofing for U.S. military bases, more than half of the facilities’ 290 million square feet of roofing is now metal. Moreover, within the United States, about half of all one- and two-story business buildings are now built using metal building systems. “As a result, it’s safe to assume that a majority of low-rise government buildings being constructed today are made of metal,” says Dan Walker, professional engineer and assistant general manager of the Cleveland-based Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA).2
In low-rise, nonresidential construction, metal buildings have captured more than 50 percent of the market, according to the MBMA business review. Architects in Metal Architecture’s 31st Annual Architect Survey report that metal wall panels, metal roofs, and metal building systems were specified more in 2016 than in the previous year—and 2017 looks to be even stronger, with more construction in general, and an increase in metal materials specifically.3
Metal’s market share continues to grow, both in new construction—a 4.6 percent increase from 2015 to 2016—and with regard to renovation projects, where it spiked 12.2 percent over the same period. Furthermore, metal roofing is the second most-used residential roofing product on the market today.
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Metal’s durability, sustainability, and optimal building enclosure attributes made it the clear facade choice for the University of Arkansas Champions Hall in Fayetteville. Regionally sourced with a high recycled content, the metal structure contributed toward LEED credits.
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SANTA CLARITA, Calif. -- After learning about the deadly shooting at Saugus High School on Thursday morning, parents rushed to the Santa Clarita campus as fast as they could.
Students said they started hearing shots just as classes were about to start at 7:50 a.m. One mother said she got a text from her daughter while getting ready to go to work.
"My daughter Sara told me, 'Mom, I’m so scared. I love you guys so much. Please come, please come,'" she told KTLA. "And that just killed me."
She said that's when she got in her car, then drove and parked near the campus.
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Another mother held her daughter Riley as she spoke about the other students still in classrooms nearly two hours after news of the shooting surfaced.
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Adam, a junior at Saugus High School, was also with his mom after the incident.
"I heard a bunch of sirens, he called me, I said come right home," his mother said. "It’s nerve wracking. It’s horrible. I feel so bad for all the parents who haven’t heard from their kids. I was lucky. And there’s a lot of parents who haven’t heard from their kids at all."
She said that she also has a 13-year-old daughter at Arroyo Seco Junior High. Her daughter called her to say that her school also went on lockdown.
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Lately there has been a lot of news about how the ACLU is pushing for a civil rights inquiry into the systemic discrimination against women in film and television. This investigation would look at the disparities in the number of women in position of authority in the industry as well as pay disparities. This is a completely valid complaint and I hope it goes forward and ultimately creates meaningful change in the industry. Reading about the initiative got me thinking about how rare it is to see disabled people in any capacity in film and television and how little call there is to rectify this from within the industry.
That is not to say that film and television completely ignore disability. They don’t, they just don’t necessarily use disabled people as actors or writers (or directors or producers etc.). There are some notable exceptions like Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lanister in Game of Thrones or RJ Mitte as Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad or Sarah Gordy in Upstairs Downstairs. One of the things that make them so notable is that they stand out from the general portrayal of disability in film and television.
Disability rights activists have coined terms like cripping up, crip face**, disability drag and cripicature to describe the trend of nondisabled actors taking on disabled roles. There are many examples of disabled people protesting the practice and demanding better representation for disabled people on screen.
In my opinion there is no actual disability representation in a film or television show unless there is an actual disabled person involved. Simply putting in a disabled character and than casting a nondisabled actor is not representation. It is in fact the active denial of representation. I am not going to get fully into why the prevalence of cripping up is bad right now. Others have done that (click the links above for just a small sample of others making the case).
I am going to look at how the phenomenon of cripping up continues to flourish despite a more discriminating viewership that demands authenticity from its media.
The fact that nondisabled people have absolutely no idea what authentic disability looks like is certainly a major factor. It is difficult to get an accurate picture of disability when your reference point is always a nondisabled person’s interpretation of disability. That being said people are somewhat more aware that the physicality of physical disability can not be shown with the adoption of a limp or by sitting in a wheelchair. In the same way that actors playing pianists must now have some skill at the piano because closeups of hands on a keyboard no longer suffice to convince the viewer that those hands are attached to the actor, simply sitting in a chair on in a bed no longer convince people that, the character can’t walk.
Deborah Kerr sitting on a couch with her legs covered by a blanket, no longer cut it for authenticity.
Nowadays we need shots of atrophied legs like this one of Sam Worthington from Avatar. The thing is, Sam Worthington isn’t paralyzed. In fact he usually looks like this
In order to get that atrophied look, Worthington didn’t sit immobile for months. Accurate physical depictions of disability are not a new extreme of method acting. They are achieved through CGI. They are created on a computer and superimposed over the actor in post-production. This achieves more physical realism without ever having to use a disabled actor.
The use of CGI for depictions of disability is becoming more common and it is increasing how disability can be used in film not only to amp up visual realism. It also helps make disability a plot gimmick.
I will go through some of the films and television shows that have been utilizing CGI and how that has affected the story and characterization of disability.
In this film co-written by Quentin Tarantino (so expectations of realism for anything go out the window), the character Cherry Darling loses her leg in a zombie attack. Within hours of amputation she is using makeshift prosthesis to get around, starting with a table leg and ending up with a machine gun for a leg. The actress Rose McGowan is of course not an amputee and all of this right down to the amputation is done with CGI.
I’ve already discussed Avatar a little, there are a couple issues that should be expanded on beyond the use of CGI to make the character Jake Sully look paralyzed. First of all the characterization of disability is abysmal. It plays on the idea that all disabled people are just looking to be cured. That is not the case for many of us. So it positions the role of disability as tragedy that can only be overcome by cure. While cure may be the goal of some disabled people, that narrative should come from them. Coming from nondisabled actors and writers just makes it into a fantasy for those without disabilities where they foist their fear about our lives into the public discourse. Secondly the film Avatar was groundbreaking in its use of CGI and changed the way films are made. This is primarily focused on the post cure alien portion of the film but when you look at the praise of the imagery in the context of how it was used on the human Sully, it tacitly gives approval for that kind of CGI as well.
Horrible characterization of disability aside, there was really no real need to cast an able-bodied actor in the role of Sully. A wheelchair user could have been hired for the human portions of the film and voice acted the alien portions while an able-bodied person was used for the motion capture for the animation. Somehow I doubt this was even considered.
Outlander (TV 2014)
I have written about disability and Outlander before and you can read my full analysis here. In Brief, there is a character named Colum MacKenzie eho has bowed legs. The actor Gary Lewis does not. His legs are bowed in post production with CGI. There is no real reason the character could not have been played by a disabled actor.
gif of Colum MacKenzie walking on CGI legs
The Fault in Our Stars (TFIOS) (2014)
Based on the novel of the same name, TFIOS has numerous characters dealing with life with cancer. The main male character, Augustus Waters had his leg amputated as a result. The actor Ansel Elgort who plays him in the film is not an amputee and instead is given a CGI prosthetic.
John Green the author of TFIOS is oddly enough a big supporter of the “We Need Diverse Books” campaign, which seeks to get more diversity in YA and children’s literature. The whole idea is that children (though I would argue everyone) benefit from seeing people like themselves reflected in literature and media.
Apparently diversity only needs to go so far as diverse fictional characters but not actually diverse people to represent those characters. I would think that a logical extension of advocating for diversity in literature, would be to also allow people to see others like them in visual media. Without this it is just reinforcing the idea the disability in the media is not for disavled people at all, it is for the nondisabled.
Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015)
This spy film features a double amputee villain, Gazelle whose running blade prostheses come equipped with actual retractable knife blades that she uses as weapons.
Gazelle is a gimmick disabled character. As much as a badass disabled character is refreshing, the depiction is entirely unrealistic. Blade prostheses are designed for running and are not meant to be worn during everyday activities. They would negatively affect posture and balance if worn for just standing and walking around and yet Gazelle is never seen without them and has impeccable balance and posture no matter what she is doing.
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
In the latest installment of the Mad Max franchise, Max takes a backseat to Imperator Furiosa played by Charlize Theron. Furiosa has an amputated arm.
Charlize Theron is not an amputee and CGI is used to create the effect. That is not to say that there aren’t any good things about the characterization. In fact Furiosa is quite the revolutionary portrayal of disability as Laura Vaughn explains in her Tumblr,
Watch Furiosa load a shotgun. Watch Furiosa punch Max in the face, with her nubbins. Watch Furiosa drive a semi tractor trailer. Watch Furiosa fire a long shot, using Max’s shoulder to stabilize the gun barrel, as an alternative to using two hands! Watch Furiosa do anything you can do, but better, and with half the number of fingers.
The effortless manner in which this film has presented a character’s disability is incredible. I literally could not ask for anything more. It’s ubiquitous. No big deal. Her body is never a plot point. It is simply allowed to be. Let’s have some bullet points:
The existence of her missing hand is never mentioned in dialogue. Not once. I find this simple fact so powerful.
It is not made into something ludicrous for the lulz a la the gun leg in Grindhouse. Her prosthetic is realistic – it looks like something a real amputee would actually wear and use.
There’s no reference made to any tragic backstory regarding her limb. We have no idea how she lost it, or if she lost it. It may very well be a birth defect. More on that later, cause that’s totally my interpretation.
NO. ONE. EVER. FEELS. SORRY. FOR. HER. BECAUSE. OF. HER. DISABILITY
Where Vaughn and I differ in opinion is that she calls this representation and I would simply classify it as a very good portrayal.
As I mentioned above, In my opinion, representation requires the actual presence of disabled people. Everything else no matter how good is portrayal only and disabled people deserve representation.
That being said it is good that a post apocalyptic film recognized that disability would be a common occurrance in such a world. Furiosa isn’t the only disabled character and it isn’t an issue for anyone except the poor who depend on the sporadic benevolence of Immortal Joe (the dictator) for survival. Even then they are in the same position as all the other poor people.
By consistently casting nondisabled people in disabled roles, the entertainment industry is saying “People like you don’t belong here.” It also keeps the disabled experience as something that can only be defined and told by nondisabled people.
By creating technology that makes it easier for the industry to shut out disabled people, they maintain this status quo while giving a population ignorant of disability te impression that portrayals and representation are getting better. The number 1 search type that brings people to my blog are queries about whether Gary Lewis (the actor who plays Colum MacKenzie in Outlander) is really disabled.
It also keeps the industry from having to find ways to accommodate disabled actors. In every other industry, there is an expectation that employers have a duty to accommodate disabled employees and that disabled people cannot be passed over for employment because an employer doesn’t want to implement accommodations. Accommodations can only be denied if they cause undue hardship to the employer. Many films that include disability have huge budgets that could easily cover accommodation, particularly if they’re saving having to pay the multimillion dollar salaries of celebrities who are currently taking those roles.
While some of the roles I have discussed could arguably not have been played by disabled people, like Gazelle because she performs feats that are simply beyond the realm of reality. It is important to remember that reducing disability to a gimmick is problematic in and of itself. It goes back to how nondisabled people have taken over the narrative of disability with no regard to how it impacts the community in real life.
Roles like Gazelle could be taken as harmless fantasy but in order for that to happen, there must first be a true understanding of disability by wider society.
The dearth of disabled actors in film and television in favour of spending money to make nondisabled actors look disabled is clear evidence of systemic discrimination from within the industry.
** crip face is a contentious term as it is viewed as appropriation of the term black face, I include it here because it is still widely used.
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Colleagues,
If you haven’t signed on yet for next month’s Crossings conference, consider doing so this week. Call it a Christmas gift to yourself, if that helps. The topic is pressing, as are the speakers I’ll get to introduce as keynoter for the event. Because of their readiness to pitch in, we’re able to offer that rarity of treats for you to learn from and enjoy, i.e. an inter-tribal Lutheran event that invites folks to step across the lines we commonly cluster behind and concentrate together on our shared theological vocation. The task, simply put, is to make the most of Christ and his benefits. The matter we’ll explore is the daily challenge of living simultaneously in two worlds, the one established in creation, the other launched once and for all on Easter morning. In the one we live and die by Law. In the other we by die and live by faith in the Son of God, in whom we too are “new creation” (2 Cor. 5:17). Nice, lovely words, yes, but how do they play out in the mundane doings of a Christian congregation, or in the enterprise of Christian education, say, or on the aggressively secular turf that most baptized people spend most of their time on? These are issues we all wrestle with, all the while seeking the guidance and presence of the Holy Spirit—yet how and where do we discern that Spirit?
So that’s what we’ll be talking about. Is it enough to whet the appetite? I hope so. I hope all the more that you’ll be moved and able to join the conversation. January 24-27 at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, Illinois. For details, and to register if you haven’t yet, see the Crossings website.
Next, and to our topic today:
‘Tis the season when too many pastors are still casting for angles on this year’s bout of Christmas preaching. It erupts next week. Among the untold numbers whose Christmas habits include a trip to church will be at least a few who are wondering even now if they’ll hear anything fresh emerging from the old familiar story this time around.
There’s no reason they shouldn’t, of course. Almighty God is Lord and Master of the Gift that keeps on giving, as all serious students of the Word discover sooner or later. Even the most tired of familiar texts—Luke 2:1-20, say—will toss out new bits of wondrous joy when you take the time to rummage around in them, and all the more when you do so with an eye on the original Greek text and a few essential tools to help you track what you’re seeing there.
So, for example, those shepherds weren’t merely terrified when the Lord’s glory blazed around them. No, “they feared a mega-fear,” a rare and special agony that’s promptly doused and replaced by the “mega-joy” of the angel’s “good-newsing.”
Or take that detail about the singing angels, which to most of us will have always seemed as little more than a cute, throwaway gloss on the real action in the story. To the contrary. With the least bit of digging and scraping it emerges as an essential piece of the night’s good news, the very reason why that baby’s birth turns mega-fear into mega-joy. Consider: suddenly, in the skies above, a teeming throng of the heavenly “host.” To folks ensnared by modern English, that sounds redundant, “host” being heard as nothing more than a fancy alternative for “lots of ’em.” It isn’t. Or, rather it wasn’t, not when King James’s scholars penned their definitive translation, nor even two hundred years later, when Lord Byron wrote a poem, “The Destruction of Sennecharib,” that became a favorite in Victorian England. Here are the first two stanzas—
The Assyrian came down like the wolf on the fold,
And his cohorts were gleaming in purple and gold;
And the sheen of their spears was like stars on the sea,
When the blue wave rolls nightly on deep Galilee.
Like the leaves of the forest when Summer is green,
That host with their banners at sunset were seen:
Like the leaves of the forest when Autumn hath blown,
That host on the morrow lay withered and strown.
“Host,” in other words, is “army.” And so it is, wouldn’t you know, in Luke’s Greek text. His word is “stratios,” which is nothing less or other than a military force. By it he points to the biggest threat by far that looms over the world and calls for “mega-fearing,” and no, it isn’t anything so trifling as ISIS, or guns rampant, or whatever else the fear-mongers are peddling this month in America. As the baby born this night will later put it, “Don’t fear those who kill the body but can’t kill the soul; rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell” (Matt. 10:28).
So here’s the real story: over Bethlehem on Christmas night hovers unseen and unsuspected that greatest threat of all, the ultimate instrument of God’s wrath as seen through the lens of first-century imagination. Really, choristers? Are you kidding? These are heavenly beings—let’s leave it that; it doesn’t say angels—arrayed for battle, “the sheen of their spears…like stars on the sea,” massed in a multitude of companies, cohorts and divisions that Sennacharib could only dream of. And now—suddenly—the great astonishment, breaking loose in the sky at the very moment the baby’s birth gets mentioned. It’s the riotous tumult of a happy army, relieved and glad beyond imagining that the battle is off, the war canceled. Ergo their song: “Glory to God in the highest—this God of grace and mercy, this specialist in all things impossible, who has found another way to solve the mess of sin that won’t involve us in the slaughter of sinners. As for you down there on earth, Peace, y’all. God likes you. Fancy that!” And, with that, the soldiers troop back to their barracks.
Mega-joy indeed where mega-fear once was, or ought to have been.
So how does a gem like this get conveyed to the micro-fearing folk who will gather in churches on Christmas Eve, 2015? For that I punt at this point to Ed Schroeder, who last week sent me some thoughts he shared with another friend in response to a Christmas letter. The topic here is “peace,” and whether and how we can speak credibly of that in a world that continues to choke its roads with tides of refugees, and shelter its poor in hovels, and embrace darkness as its fate.
God has better things by far in mind for sinners, not that we deserve them. Let’s use these days to get the word out. Christus natus est. “To us is born a Savior…. ” Alleluia!
Jerry Burce
“Peace on Earth. The One Realized—Made Really Real—at the First Christmas”
Dear _______,
You write that “The ongoing violence and suffering which we see in our country and in so many parts of the world show that the ‘peace on earth’ which Christ came to bring is far from realized.”
Is that true? That peace on earth today is far from realized? Might it be at least partly realized, or even fully realized? That depends on which war you’re thinking of. Which, in turn, raises the question of which war—yes, here, “on earth”—Christ came to end, replacing it with peace, and not at all a peace still “far from realized,” but a peace 100% real, 100% realized.
Just as Pilate couldn’t comprehend Jesus’ kingship (John 18:33ff.) so we Christ-followers keep struggling with Christ’s peace. If, as we think, he didn’t bring it, or brought it only partially, then was he not a total flop? He said he was bringing peace. But if so, then peace in which war? To conflicts with and within the Roman empire? To Jewish internecine struggles? Hardly. These warrings were patently not fazed, not in the least ameliorated, by the time Jesus said “It is finished.” But then why did Jesus say that? Might something indeed have been “finished,” a done deal? If so, what?
The peace “Christ came to bring” was not peace on the battlefield of human vs. human conflict. His is not the sort of peace on earth that we regularly envision with our own Pilate-ish minds, namely the kind where people stop fighting with each other. Vicious though such fighting is, it is a only surface symptom of a more primal conflict, a cosmic war, between the Creator on the hand and the Creator’s human creatures on the other. Christ’s peace was and is a peace in that war, the one where all the earth’s human inhabitants are on one side, allied and arrayed against their Creator, their petty warrings with each other notwithstanding.
Trouble is, lots of folks make light of this Global War. Some don’t even know, let alone acknowledge, that they are involved in it as active combatants in the armed forces of the human race. Still less do they realize that “The Force” they’re at war with is the very force that brought them into existence in the first place. So neither do they grasp the pickle we’re in. With that Force against us, you know who is going to win if armistice never comes.
Back to John’s Gospel we need to go, where Jesus makes it perfectly clear what war he’d ending. “Not as the world envisions peace,” he says, “is the peace I give.” Note the tense of the verb. He “gives. And if Christ is giving it, then it is real—and “realized.” Or if not he’s lying. Though according to John’s Gospel, how can he he? There the “father of lies” is patently identified as someone else—someone who is at war with Jesus, the truth-personified. So Jesus’ peace is peace finally arriving in the human vs. God conflict, not the human vs. human conflict. (Martin Luther’s Latin lingo for that is “coram Deo” as distinct from “coram hominibus.”) And that’s the conflict that needs attention first. If you never come to peace with God, you lose in the Big War, even when, in the little ones with human enemies, you might somehow come to peace.
Consider Jesus’ very own words: “In the world you will have tribulation.” Tribulation is non-peace. Tribulation is standard operating procedure in “the world,” as John uses that vocable. To undo that “tribulation” is not Jesus’ agenda. You can’t find a single place in all four gospels where he said anything like that. He has a much bigger fish to fry. He’s out to resolve the cosmic Ur-conflict. John’s Gospel tips us off to that already in chapter one: “Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” Reconciling God and sinners: that’s the warfare Jesus addresses—enmity toward God on the human side, rightful wrath of God on the other. Again, call it The Big War, the genuinely “world” war, worldlings at war with the world’s creator, and thus at war with the worldlings’ own creator too. Pots in rebellion against their own potter (Jer. 18). To stick with that simile, you know who holds the hammer if peace never comes.
Or turn again in St. John to the great account of Christ’s initial post-Easter appearances (John 20:19ff.). On two successive Sunday evenings Jesus says to the disciples, “Peace be with you.” The phrase gets repeated three times in just those few verses. So peace on what battlefield? Surely not with the Romans or Jews on the other side of their locked doors. As the disciples clearly recognize, those guys are still out to get them. So what peace does Jesus bring? The peace that came through the body now marked with scars. And on what battlefield did those wounds make peace? Not the one where the fight is with the guys outside the locked doors.
Rather, it’s peace in the primordial conflict that started with the first exodus, not from Egypt, but from Eden. That was the peace-agenda for Jesus. That’s where his promised peace was indeed “realized.” For those who trust him, that war is over. For those who do not, it continues. And warfare with God on the battlefield of the human heart comes to expression in warfare-with-weapons among us humans. That word for that again is “tribulation,” which, he said, will continue among human kind. “You will have tribulation.” It’s the trademark of the fallen world—which Christ-trusters don’t escape, even though they’re now at peace in the Big War. That tribulation trademark will persist in the world for as long as wordlings who don’t trust forgiveness persist. Even so, the great advantage Christ-trusters have amid persisting “tribulation” is that they no longer need to “fear” it. The “Fear not” message delivered way back when to the Bethlehem shepherds is a “Fear no longer” about the Big War, and a “fear no more” about the persisting “little” ones. That includes even the ones that directly threaten your lives.
“Though you die, yet shall you live.” The Peacemaker in the Primal War said so.
Back to John 20. So the way to cope with that never-ceasing tribulation is what Jesus is telling the disciples about themselves. “Trusting the message” of my wounded hands and side, you are at peace with God. Now comes your calling—which is not first off to go out there and get people to stop fighting with each other. But “As the Father sent me, so I send you.” Go for the jugular, for the root of the problem. It’s the “God-problem,” the stuff that shows up in Crossings text-analysis as Step 3, the deep-down level of diagnosis. Be peace-makers for folks still engaged in the Big War. Move people from being unforgiven sinners to being forgiven sinners. That’s what the Big Peace is. And (says Jesus) I herewith authorize you for the task. “If you forgive the sins of any they are forgiven them.” Their warfare with God is over. If you leave them ‘stuck’ in their sins, their God-warfare goes on, “their sins are retained.” And prima facie evidence that their God-war persists is that their warfare with each other never ends.
So multiply sin-forgiveness. That’s the agenda now handed on to you. “As the Father sent me, so I send you.”
Back to that business about “peace on earth” in St. Luke’s nativity narrative.
“Hark!” What are those “herald angels” [editor: that relieved and happy army] singing?
“Peace on earth and mercy mild.
God and sinners reconciled.”
So “Fear not,” says the angel, who delivers the grounds for this in the words that follow next. And the “Fear not” is not because Herod’s gonna now be a nice guy, and Pilate will be pleasant.
Instead, the Good Tidings of Great Joy are that a “Savior” is born in David’s city to save not only shepherds but all the losers—losers in the God-war, that is. Notice now the marks, the signs, that distinguish him. “You will find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger,” the latter being an enclosure of sorts. That sounds like the end of Luke’s Gospel as well as the beginning. Jesus is wrapped and mangered at the beginning of the story; at the end he is wrapped and entombed. Because of this wrapping, especially the grand finale at the end, there is “God-peaceon earth.” It’s available for everyone and de facto in place with those folks who trust God’s “good will toward humankind,” aka God’s “mercy mild,” enfleshed, enmangered, entombed, then ex-tombed. Alleluiah! God’s peace on earth realized. It all began at Bethlehem.
Though it sounds ludicrous to worldly wisdom—the NT Greek word here is “skandalon”—the way to peace in human warfare is via human repentance in the God-war. That triggers peace with God.
The evangelist Mark sought to make that perfectly clear in his opening words: “This is the beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ.” He then quotes Jesus’ first words, “Repent and believe the Good News.” It starts with repentance, i e., surrender in the God-war. The peace-offer is part two, the Good News that Jesus is. So trust it.
That, says Mark, is the “beginning” of the Good News of Jesus Christ. Mark’s Gospel notoriously ends with no ending. The oldest Greek manuscripts stop in the middle of the report of the empty tomb. Later manuscripts offer a few fill-in sentences to signal where it was all to end. “He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the Good News to the whole creation.’ . . . and they went out and proclaimed the Good News everywhere.”
That may sound like nonsense—to us too—as a “Work for Peace” proposal to get peace on earth “realized.” Yet that is the scandalous proposal that had its beginning at Bethlehem.
Ed Schroeder
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