LETTER: Government not good at running a business Nov 13, 2009
When the doctors said they would not take on Medicare patients if they cut 50 percent out of the reimbursement, our brilliant Congress people said, Oh well, then we ll take it out of the health care and add it to the deficit ... Jon Vanatta wrote on Nov 6, 2009 1:25 PM:" Cognitus wrote on Nov 6, 2009 9:21 AM:Look, you jerk, he graduated from Harvard Law.How do you know he graduated from Harvard Law? What scholarship did he go on? Who paid for it? How did he rank in his class? Did he actually... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Parents of Special-Needs Kids Brace... Nov 12, 2009
Children with multiple disabilities, including autism, attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) can be easily agitated or over stimulated. Parents of children with behavior disabilities, anxiety disorders, and even some learning disabilities often go to great lengths to keep the peace during the holiday season. (Suite101.com)
Frontman Conley reluctantly flies solo Nov 12, 2009
"I definitely am ADD, but I kind of turned it into something that works for me. One of my key words for myself is fascination, because I'm really fascinated by everything. I'll pick up on everything.". "Nerd Sexy," released on new local label Row Your Boat Records, takes that fascination and jumps from genre to genre, although the songs weren't written with any specific reflections in mind. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Thrashers Math 101 Statistics and Projections Nov 12, 2009
Combine Kubina s numbers with the solid, dependable work in the Thrashers defensive zone and that trade last summer just looks all that much better for Don Waddell, eh ... In any event, we ve started OK. It looks like Kovy is back to add energy, leadership and scoring to the forwards and we ll have a team that is fun to watch ... Thanks Toby I see Chris Chelios as a mid-season addition to some teams, ala Mats Sundin last year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Full text of Chinese premier's press conference in Egypt Nov 11, 2009
Wen: I have already answered your first question, but I want to add a few words ... The African Union has asked the European Union to provide some financial assistance to help Africa address the challenges of climate change, for instance, to set up a fund for that purpose. (Xinhuanet, China)
Will Snowe melt under heat from GOP base? Nov 11, 2009
As for the bitters, wetwiccan s link the other p.m. addresses this and the younger generation of gays ... Well JT, if they re violating that oath in your mind presumably by violating the Constitution then that revered document itself offers a couple of avenues to address that problem ... The only acceptable avenue for involvement in the above can only be addressed by amendments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Carnage at General Motors Nov 10, 2009
" But what about what's bad for General Motors? GM had to make some very big mistakes to get itself into its current predicament. Perhaps most telling, the company devoted itself primarily to cashing in as profitably as possible on the American infatuation for the biggest, most luxurious, most gas-guzzling automobiles ever built. It lived in the moment, and failed to prepare for the future. And for a while, the living was pretty good. But now one of the biggest corporations in the richest... (Salon)
Hawaii furlough lawsuits could spur sweeping change Nov 10, 2009
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Seeking the cellphone future, in Kampala Nov 8, 2009
last week reported that a survey of users in Pakistan and India found that 50 percent So Nokia's new phones can be configured to have multiple address books, or track transaction costs and air time for multiple accounts ... Reuters Farmers work on a paddy field near a cement factory in Sai Son village, outside Hanoi ... At the global economic summit in Pittsburgh on Sept. 24 and 25, the leaders of the major industrial powers, the G-7 (G-8 if you include Russia), to turn over responsibility for... (Salon)
LETTER: Obama aggressive in dealing with dissenters Nov 8, 2009
" Yet on June 17, 2004, Bush told the press, "The reason I keep insisting that there was a relationship between Iraq and Saddam and al Qaeda, because there was a relationship between Iraq and al Qaeda ... cedric66 wrote on Nov 5, 2009 3:04 PM:" How about adding Olberman, Maddow and some idiot called Ed. Nice collection of misfits if I say so myself!!!! One more thing "If you don't like FoxNews,plain and simple, DON'T WATCH IT ... what with slobbering Kieth Olberman telling people to "go to... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Historic vote looms on Capitol Hill today Nov 8, 2009
I would vote NO because I see nothing in any bill that addresses the pending crisis in Medicare/Medicaid in the next 10 years ... Forcing everyone to purchase insurance at the point of a gun does nothing to address this ... If you add in the overhead costs with that, there s gotta be room for the ins companies to overhaul the system on their own without gov t intervention. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Warriors run past Utah State, 49-36 Nov 8, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009. Breaking News/Updates. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Kobes 41 leads Lakers Nov 7, 2009
Bryant scored 15 points in the third quarter while the Lakers turned a halftime deficit into a 12-point lead, and he added 10 in the final period while the healthy Lakers held on ... Add NBA headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Kids on psych drugs have alarming weight gain Nov 7, 2009
Add Mental health headlines to your news reader. Top msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
Dems get backing on health care reform Nov 6, 2009
AMA, AARP back House health care bill - CNN.com. Part of complete coverage on Share this on. (CNN)
Protesters swarm Capitol offices after anti-healthcare bill rally Nov 6, 2009
"My colleagues and I last week were racking our brains, trying to figure out what we could do, because Republicans ... don't have the votes," said Bachmann," who used her appearance on Fox's "Hannity" show earlier this week and to converge on the Capitol. "We knew that we were limited, but what we knew was unlimited was the voice of persuasion of the American people," the congresswoman added. "And that's why you're here today ... "As a physician, I've read the majority of this bill. And I've got... (TheHill.com)
Speakers address Lodi Unified School District budget shortfalls, plea to keep programs Nov 6, 2009
It was the first opportunity the public had to address Lodi Unified district's estimated 20 million budget shortfall for next school year ... "Here we go again," he said at the beginning of his address to members ... Several groups of elementary students, too, addressed the advisory board with pleas to keep specific programs. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Health Reform Faces Moment Of Untruth Nov 5, 2009
By 2-to-1, Americans continue to believe that Congress should address the deficit first, then health care. Yet the best that Congress has come up with to address our entitlement and fiscal crisis is to create a costly new open-ended entitlement ... House and Senate leaders have been fudging their cost estimates to meet the president's demand of not adding a dime to the deficit. (Investors Business Daily)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 5, 2009
The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. In this blog, The Citizen's city hall reporter, Christopher Caskey, will give readers additional insight and behind-the-scenes observations pertaining to his life covering the ins and outs of Auburn politics. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A referendum on Obama? Not likely Nov 5, 2009
A referendum on Obama. A referendum on Obama. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Military Recruiting: The Kids Aren't All Right Nov 5, 2009
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Election results chill moderate Democrats in Congress Nov 5, 2009
"Democratic leaders point to the $787 billion economic stimulus as their key antidote, arguing that it's helped revive the economy. Unemployment remains high at almost 10 percent, however, and a lot of lawmakers are growing increasingly concerned that their constituents don't see the stimulus helping and view the health care bill as a government boondoggle.Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., criticized "the clumsy political way this (health care) has been handled," while Nelson warned that "people are... (Anchorage Daily News)
Stocks End Mixed After News-Filled Day Nov 5, 2009
They later added to gains after the Fed stood pat on interest rates ... They later added to gains after the Fed stood pat on interest rates. (Investors Business Daily)
Winfrey, Clooney among first White House guests Nov 4, 2009
"I understand that you could interpret it otherwise," he added ... After eight years of retrogression, Obama would have been more bitterly criticized if he had chosen only one priority and had not tried to address the many challenges that need to be undertaken ... They are likely to add a title to the draft that expands support for nuclear energy. (Salon)
Heart Healthy Walnuts Nov 4, 2009
Persons who have had a heart attack would do well to add walnuts to their diet ... In addition, a study published in the Journal of Nutrition showed that walnuts and walnut oil lowered CRP levels and increased levels of Omega-3 fatty acids. (Suite101.com)
If Florida doesnt suspend Spikes, SEC office should Nov 3, 2009
like his daddy used to do ... When stuff like this happens and it is caught on camera, you have to address it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The GOP is just a pup tent now Nov 3, 2009
They did add a bunch of conservative columnists, they now have Wingfield, Wooten, Barr and Boortz ... An audience, I might add, that is skewed to the over-65s ... An audience, I might add, that is skewed to the over-65s. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Gators Out-Bite the Bulldogs Nov 1, 2009
Additionally, Florida has not given up a single punt return yard all year ... Add Topics to My HotList ... Click link to add to My HotList. (FightinGators.com)
Captain Rudd's preferred course - a little to the right Oct 31, 2009
They are lost Labor votes that will add directly to the Coalition tally on election night ... It will either be your email address, or it will be the username you entered when you first registered (e. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Lets end the War on Drugs Oct 31, 2009
Methamphetamine, heroin and cocaine are highly addictive substances that should be regarded with due caution ... The truly addictive stuff is a concern. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Republic of Kazakhstan -- Concluding Statement of the October 2009 IMF Mission Oct 30, 2009
Ongoing difficulties in the banking sector continue to add to the fragile global environment in negatively affecting the economy, which contracted by 2 ... The recent rebound in commodity prices, a record grain harvest in October, and the prospect of additional anti-crisis spending by year-end provide a more optimistic outlook for growth in 2010 ... With slow economic recovery, non-performing loans have risen significantly and bank asset quality is expected to continue to deteriorate, placing... (IMF News)
Chargers Prepare for Round Two vs. Raiders Oct 30, 2009
" --The Chargers need to keep an eye on DE , their old nemesis from his days with the Patriots. Seymour had two sacks and six tackles when they teams squared off in the season opener. He's tied for the team lead with four sacks. --, a former safety, is taking to his new responsibilities as the nickel back. "Wherever they tell me to play, I'm going to play, and I'm going to do my best," he said. --Raiders LB and WR , who has missed the season with injury, are both grads. --Turner went 9-23 as... (ChargersUpdate.com)
Pelosi Unveils House Health Care Bill Oct 30, 2009
asserted Thursday morning that the 1,990-page House health care bill would cost $894 billion to add health insurance for 36 million Americans over the next 10 years and will cut the deficit by $30 billion. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Recession over? Maybe. Happy days here? Not yet. Oct 30, 2009
10:59 am October 29, 2009, by ctucker. The critics who want President Obama to fail are never going to admit that the stimulus package did any good. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Ahmadinejad defends possible nuke deal Oct 30, 2009
Government records show that as a group, these contractors have sold defective products, manufactured safety tests, submitted false travel claims and padded contracts with fraudulent fees ... And, I hear the IRS is even adding on some more audits to make sure more rich folks pay their fair share ... And, I hear the IRS is even adding on some more audits to make sure more rich folks pay their fair share. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Obama Bridge to Growth May Go Nowhere as Feldstein Warns of `Double Dip' Oct 30, 2009
The risk is that the biggest government intrusion into the economy since World War II will leave the U.S. saddled with trillions of dollars of and not much to show for it ... By mid-2010, fiscal stimulus will likely be contributing little to growth, she added ... 4 trillion budget deficit in the year ended on Sept. 30 -- which at 10 percent of GDP was the highest since World War II -- leaves the administration and Democratic lawmakers little room to add to what theyve already done for the... (Bloomberg -- US)
New specialists Oct 28, 2009
For example, five physicians were added to the 36-member Banner Pediatric Specialists group, which is one of the groups of pediatric specialists that make up the hospital's 225 physicians ... Phoenix Children's Medical Group has hired 16 physicians this year to add to its staff of 236 physicians ... Enter your email address to get Business (Mon - Fri) newsletters. (AZCentral -- News)
On whether all Republicans should look like Georgia Republicans Oct 28, 2009
Chambliss added his voice to those of Coburn and Thune at the Steering Committee session, although he characterized his anti-spending sentiments as more general than Coburns. Rusty. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Reid pushes ahead on health care, public option included Oct 27, 2009
ADDA s too close to ABBA. ... I didn t realize that in addition to quoting crap studies like IBD s totally non statistical study that has been torn apart by everyone who analyzes polls and a study which won t reveal its methodology you are an infectious disease clinican as well and apparently you know about vaccine p;roduction methodolgoy that no one else on planet earth knows about ... Saddam Hussein didn t attack us. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Jedi Mind, Inc. to Launch First Thought Controlled Game for Christmas Season Oct 27, 2009
The game was designed to provide cognitive exercise for anyone playing, but is especially beneficial to children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and the elderly who need to continually use and build their focus and concentration skills. The Company plans to sell the game online at a price of $49 and will release details regarding where to purchase the game as soon as it is released. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Oct 27, 2009
When you start adding all of those numbers up, the amount of fraud that seeps into these programs becomes utterly disgraceful ... Charles Payne: It is amazing to think that we can add 47 million people to the health care system and simultaneously take fraud, waste, and abuse out of the system ... The figures that the CBO came out with show that it is in fact going to add a lot of money to the deficit. (Fox News)
DOCTOR JOE: Miami doctor treats uninsured with dignity Oct 27, 2009
Over the decade after the clinic opened, Greer was a whirlwind of action and accomplishment, leading him to joke that he has "untreated ADD," or attention deficit disorder. He launched Saint John Bosco Clinic for low-income immigrants and Spanish speakers in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
4th suspect pleads in N.H. murder plot Oct 27, 2009
Rachel Maddow is joined by Lee Thompson, the lawyer for George Tillers estate ... Add Crime & courts headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Crime)
When we multitask, we often aren’t doing any of the juggled tasks well Oct 26, 2009
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Hawaii officials say focus should be on budget deficit Oct 26, 2009
J.N. Musto, UHPA's executive director, has been calling for a special session since summer so lawmakers can address education spending. "Once we get into session (in January), we're just going to be one of the fish in the pond," Toguchi said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ron Paul on the recession: 'None of this is behind us' Oct 25, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009. Ron Paul on the recession: 'None of this is behind us. (TheHill.com)
From one teen to another Oct 24, 2009
Granted, neither have I, but for five years I have watched my parents add up my extensive medical bills and wondered how hard it was to meet them ... When you get the answers to those questions, you'll understand the outrage of adding $1 trillion in new spending for health care, and how much you'd have to take from people who earn money to pay for all that stuff. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Who picks up the tab for health reform? Oct 24, 2009
It also meets President Barack Obama's demands that a reform package cannot add to the federal deficit and the tab should come in at around $900 billion over 10 years. With billions in potential profits or lost benefits at stake, lobbyists are scrambling to make sure that someone elseanyone elsefoots the bill. (MSNBC -- Business)
Georgia Tech keeps rolling at Virginia Oct 24, 2009
8:20 am October 23, 2009, by Tony Barnhart. If Auburns offense had not been missing in action last week in a 21-14 loss to Kentucky, your Fearless Forecaster would have gone 10-0. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
New federal marijuana policy a welcome change Oct 24, 2009
Pot has never been addictive. Pot does not invite the user to try more mind altering drugs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Quinn launches campaign, stays away from tax talk Oct 23, 2009
I can understand why the governor would prefer to talk about things everyone supports rather than his unpopular plan to raise taxes by 50 percent on the middle class, but until you re serious about addressing our budget mess, you re not running for governor of Illinois, you re running for governor of Fantasy Island, Hynes said in a statement. Quinn inherited former Gov. Rod Blagojevich s post in January when lawmakers removed the disgraced former governor from office after his arrest on federal... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Boehner: Obama's 'Chicago-Style Politics' .. Oct 23, 2009
Obama's 'Chicago-style politics:' Boehner: The Swamp. Posted October 22, 2009 1:40 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Wall Street stunned by exec pay decision; sympathy in short supply Oct 23, 2009
4:20 pm October 22, 2009, by Jay. The Obama administration stunned Wall Street on Wednesday by ordering massive pay cuts for top executives at seven financial firms that still hold billions in U.S. government bailout funds. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Study finds heavy video gaming can hurt attention span Oct 23, 2009
The study supports research published within the past year, which established a positive association between being addicted to playing video games and having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Rob West, one of the authors of the study and Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Cognitive Psychology Program at Iowa State University, said those individuals who played video game too much really had difficulty trying to maintain their attention independently over time. (Xinhuanet, China)
Your views: Political sparring Oct 22, 2009
All the sound bytes and hidden agendas and ulterior motives need to be set aside and this imperative matter addressed by sensible, reasonable individuals who truly care about the best interest of the American public. I am sick to death of all the ignorant, ill-informed people spouting half-truths and venom instead of researching for themselves what is truly in all our best interests and then calling their Congress people to urge support for long overdue reform. (Florida Today)
Key Dems May Hamper Obama's Health Plans Oct 22, 2009
"I want to know what works for families and small businesses," said Bayh, adding that he might back public insurance options run by states, not the federal government ... E-mail this to: (Separate multiple e-mail addresses with commas ... Limited to 10 addresses. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
HEALTH SEC SICK? Oct 22, 2009
8 trillion deficit since Obama, how are you kids kids pay this off, then add on PelosiRiedObamaKommyElder DeathCare a mear 980 Billion , real numbers 4-5 trillion in deficits if the craps gets voted in. Then what a revolution. (The Drudge Report)
Polanski Loses Swiss Freedom Appeal Oct 21, 2009
The judge responded by saying he was going to send Polanski back to jail for the remainder of the 90 days and afterward he would ask Polanski, a dual French-Polish citizen, to agree to a "voluntary deportation." Polanski then fled the country on Feb. 1, 1978, the day he was scheduled to be sentenced to the additional time ... E-mail this to: (Separate multiple e-mail addresses with commas ... Limited to 10 addresses. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Theyve been watching Red Dawn again Oct 21, 2009
Address issues with people who can offer sound arguments to the contrary and you ll have a civil debate ... Some reason, the numbers just dont add up to support your position that we lowly peasants wouldnt stand a chance. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Republicans and premature celebration Oct 21, 2009
(He's been hovering between +7 and +10 in Gallup, and my crosstab analysis suggests that Gallup's sample is a bit light on minorities and youth, to the tune of an additional 1-3% support) ... Additionally if it comes up just point to the data that shows it doesn't cut healthcare costs by a whole lot ... Additionally if it comes up just point to the data that shows it doesn't cut healthcare costs by a whole lot. (Harper's Magazine)
Tigers Host Longhorns for Homecoming Oct 20, 2009
In 1995, renovations dropped the seating to 68,174, and that bumped up to 68,349 in 2000 with the addition of the Press Tower ... Brewer wanted to add some spice to the season-ending game in Columbia, so he issued a plea to Mizzou alumni and especially to former Tiger football players to Come Home for the game ... UT s Colt McCoy was unstoppable, as he connected on 29-of-32 passes for 337 yards and 2 TDs, while adding 2 rushing TDs to boot. (Mutigers.com)
LETTER: Nobel Peace Prize is for the 'preceding' year Oct 19, 2009
fairmark wrote on Oct 16, 2009 10:57 AM:" Sweet thoughts connie, but what are your thoughts on George Soros, who owns Obama and the democratic party? You know, the billionaire who helped sniff out jews for the nazi's in WW2.Let's hear some sweet-talk on Obama's sugardaddy.I'll be looking for your info... ". coonbug wrote on Oct 16, 2009 11:48 AM:" The world had seen the way the United States was willing to invade a nation out of simple fear (without being attack by that nation), they had seen... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Hawaii authorities hope to end Aloha Stadium site restrictions Oct 19, 2009
Community acceptance will depend on the details of what project emerges and whether concerns about traffic and construction impacts are addressed, said Salt Lake resident and former area Neighborhood Board member Mark Taylor ... "We've got to be creative in looking at how we can address the aging of that facility and ultimately renovating and replacing it, and if we can find a 000023DC way to do it that doesn't involve a huge infusion of tax dollars, then it benefits everybody, not just in that... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hatch: Dems' 'doc fix' is a 'budget gimmick' Oct 18, 2009
"It will be completely deficit financed," stressed Hatchadding "I think by the time you get through the full 10 years it's going to be double that, or somewhere in that neighborhood.". "President Obama promised deficit-neutral healthcare reform. And the 'doc fix' is part of healthcare reform -- so why's it being done separately?" the senator added ... Meteor Blades points to Rachel Maddow's interview last night with the president of Americans for Prosperity in which she takes him to task for his... (TheHill.com)
Owls Earn Fourth Straight Win Over Army Oct 18, 2009
Pierce entered the game with 489 yards rushing on 84 carries with five touchdowns, and added to those totals before the injury, carrying 11 times for 65 yards and a score ... Carlton added another field goal, and the Black Knights tied the game on a four-yard TD pass from Steelman to 6-foot-10 Ali Villanueva in the third quarter ... Add Topics to My HotList. (OwlInsider.com)
