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Patriotism = First Principles, Not Military Might
By Anonymous - 7/5/10 - 2:09 amThis is what we have come to? During the July 4th celebrations peak your attention. Patriotism will almost exclusively=Military Might. You will see flags coupled with soldiers, arms and awesome aerial displays. Please contact me if you see the flag wed to social workers, teachers, nurses, or peace activists. read more
Being “disrespectful” to police in your own home, even if you’re cooperating, is now grounds for arrest?
By Anonymous - 7/1/10 - 2:24 pmThe Cambridge Review Committee, which investigated last July’s arrest of Harvard University scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. by Officer James Crowley has issued it's report PDF. The strenuously even-handed independent review panel concludes that being “disrespectful” to police in your own home, even if you’re cooperating with an inquiry, is now grounds for arrest.
How bad is the oil spill? Flight sheds light on magnitude of disaster
By Anonymous - 6/30/10 - 8:51 pmThis is the most emotionally disturbing video I have ever done! A flight over the BP Slick Source where I saw at least 100 Dolphins in the oil, some dying. I also photographed a Sperm Whale covered in oil all around it's blow hole. Please spread this around the world. Send me any links to places it gets posted so I can follow. I want to piss off the world. Who will answer for these gentle creatures?
-David Helvarg
Democrats, Scott Brown has commitment issues, it’s time to move on
By Anonymous - 6/30/10 - 1:06 pmfrom FDL Seminal by Jason Rosenbaum:
After giving Senator Scott Brown exactly what he wanted and paying for the Wall Street reform bill on the backs of taxpayers by using TARP money instead of the proposed tax on big banks – which in Brown’s twisted world constitutes eliminating a tax – Brown’s still not on board with the final bill. Here’s his statement:
“I appreciate the conference committee revisiting the Wall Street reform bill and removing the $19 billion bank tax. Over the July recess, I will continue to review this important bill. I remain committed to putting in place safeguards to prevent another financial meltdown, ensure that consumers are protected, and that this bill is paid for without new taxes."
State Trooper Stephen Kavol justifies repeatedly punching "pope" Alexander Serra
By Anonymous - 6/30/10 - 7:18 amThe Massachusetts State Police Trooper Stephen Kavol, who repeatedly punched "Pope" Alexander Serra, was the same officer who first encountered Serra in the South End of Boston. Trooper Kavol was one of the two officers who first cornered Serra on foot on I90. From WBZ:
Open Call for Wind Band Musicians, July 4, 2010
By rockportlegionband - 6/29/10 - 7:22 pmIf you plan to be on Cape Ann for July 4 this year, and you are a wind band musician who'd like to join in a traditional small-town bonfire celebration for the holiday, come down to Back Beach in Rockport with your instrument and join us.
It is suggested that you park at the "Park and Ride" lot at the top of Great Hill and take the trolley into town because parking will be at a premium. Further information is available on the Rockport Legion Band web page located at:
Scott Brown; For Wall Street, Against Main Street
By Anonymous - 6/29/10 - 1:45 amVisit msnbc.com for Read more
