How the game accepted Agassi's lies over drugs Oct 29, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Jacquelin MagnayOctober 29, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Injured, tearful Safina loses world top spot Oct 29, 2009
Does Andre Agassi's drug confession taint his achievements. text/html-poll. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bring on the banking dullards Oct 29, 2009
The most highly sought-after talent surely will exit the targeted companies and, short of giving some presidential czar or another the power to reduce executives to indentured servitude, there is nothing that the government can do to stop them from taking very lucrative positions at firms free of the TARP taint. Wall Street is powered by financial innovation, and we are willing to bet that billion-dollar performers will be able to connect with multimillion-dollar paychecks, even under the stern... (Asia Times Online)
Don Campbell / H-P staff Cindy Milnes, a nurse with the Berrien County Health Department, prepares to administer a dose of vaccine to Sarah Kettlehut, 16, of Coloma. Oct 27, 2009
There were many side effects that were uncovered at that time, and steps were formulated to ensure this would not taint our vaccination programs that are in place. I was lucky that I did not experience any side effects in 1977 and made sure my grandson and I received the H1N1 shot on Saturday. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Buchanan says breach in call tapes resolved Oct 24, 2009
Typically, in a situation where a lawyer inadvertently receives privileged information, something called a "taint team" is put together ... Mr. Berardinelli, who worked as a federal prosecutor for five years in New York, said the concept of a taint team is not exclusive to criminal law ... Ms. Buchanan estimated that a taint team is put together in her office about three times each year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Outfoxing The Spin Oct 21, 2009
Democrats' attempts to taint Fox News as an illegitimate journalistic entity are being spearheaded by White House Communications Director Anita Dunn. WorldNetDaily recently posted an Ishmaelia-like video of Dunn speaking at a conference last January. (Investors Business Daily)
For Kerry, a diplomatic triumph Oct 21, 2009
It is meant to diminish the taint of fraud on Karzai s reelection that has thrown doubt on the legitimacy of Afghanistan s government, and greatly complicated President Obama s deliberations on the war. Kerry is due to meet Obama today at the White House to report on the runoff agreement, which could ease the way politically if the president decides to increase troop levels. (Boston Globe)
Who Else Will Challenge Gore's 'Truth'? Oct 16, 2009
From his science advisor who would taint water to prevent pregnancies (from his own writing) to his communication director who openly admits Mao Tze Dung (who killed 70MM people) is her political idol. Wake up dude. (Investors Business Daily)
NFL Rushes Past Rushs Pass Rush Oct 16, 2009
Sharpton didnt lead a charge so much as distill what people were already thinking: Dont let Limbaugh taint Americas favorite pastime. He stuck to one key point: Owning an NFL team isnt a right; its a privilege. (Slate)
Two men lead the push to undo gay benefits Oct 16, 2009
" Tell me something when did you choose to be straight? Why would this loving god create it, and disapprove of it? Makes no sense at all. You people are heartless. That is all there is to it. Concentrate on your own pathetic lives and stop trying to ruin everyone else'. Leave the judgment to god. Another thing, I don't practice your religion. How is it that i could taint it anymore than it already is? You've got Catholics, Lutherans and several other religions all practiced locally. Why arent... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Welcome to my Q-and-no-A with Paul Hewitt Oct 14, 2009
Your personal dislike of coach is evident, please don t let it taint your work. chuck allison. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Parker: To get their party restarted, GOP should pass the mike to women Oct 14, 2009
This deficit in high office is both a taint on the GOP and a reflection of the broader assumption that Republicans are monolithically against women's rights. Specifically, the party's pro-life platform alienates pro-choice women, as well as moderates, who otherwise might find common cause with conservative principles. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
summary of the case, Oct 3, 2009
It remained only for Judge Kollar-Kotelly to replay some of the more obvious discrepancies in al-Rabiah's "confessions" to demolish the government's claims that they should be accepted as "reliable and credible," and to refute the government's argument that, "even if al-Rabiah's confessions in 2003 were the product of abuse or coercion ... the taint ... would have dissipated" by the time of his CSRT in 2004, when he provided the painstakingly detailed and superficially plausible false confession... (Harper's Magazine)
Elizabeth Smart: I Was Raped Every Day Oct 3, 2009
They should be so thankful that they got their daughter back, and they don't need to taint a potential jury pool by releasing information such as this. it could only threaten the trial. (CBS News -- US)
Liquor authority called public threat Oct 3, 2009
Report says corruption, bureaucracy, outdated laws taint state agency; sweeping changes advised. By , Senior writer First published in print: Friday, October 2, 2009. (Albany Times Union)
RAHM MOCKED CRITICS: 'THEY'LL GET SOME GOOD SEATS'... Oct 3, 2009
It is likely the Olympics Committee was concerned that corruption would indeed taint the event. Frankly, I hardly care about the Olympics and see them as a money loser for the host. (The Drudge Report)
Acton police halt search of Nashoba for man, Concord continues Oct 1, 2009
Separate teams of Concord police officers are working different angles so as not to taint each other s investigations. It s exhausting and we re putting in hundreds of hours, but we re not stopping, Wetherbee said. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Voice: Czars, Hitler and socialists Oct 1, 2009
abelito wrote on Sep 30, 2009 7:36 AM:" absurdoc, Taint too long ago that them thar Rabid Repubs like ju were against anything "French. " Whatever happened to "Freedom" Fries, "Freedom" Poodles and "Freedom" Kisses?" Now ju refer to them as "our friends." Ju gettin' kinda "fickle" aint ju, no. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Wheres proof of Obamas birth place? Sep 30, 2009
JB wrote on Sep 18, 2009 7:12 AM:" MAG - I agree with you that conservatives have much to offer and that, perhaps, they are not considered. The problem as I see it is that "conservatism" as a movement has been hijacked by the birthers, the deathers, and the 10thers. I think that true conservatives who want to be thought of as reasonable would be well served by denouncing those who taint their movement. I am afraid this has not happened; your detractors are perfectly happy to exploit this fully.... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Brown demands state end doing business with ACORN Sep 30, 2009
Brown, who is running for Edward M. Kennedy s US Senate seat, appears to be looking to taint Bay State Democrats - namely Coakley, a leading contender for Kennedy s seat - with ACORN s problems. ACORN is an acronym for the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now. (Boston Globe)
Bobby Cox a bad tactician? Because of Puckett? Come on Sep 26, 2009
Bobby Cox a bad tactician. Bobby Cox a bad tactician. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rep. Ross' property deal questioned Sep 24, 2009
"Outside groups are trying to taint a completely legal and respected small business that my wife and I worked hard for 14 years to establish," Ross said. "The buyer did not just buy brick and mortar; he bought a successful, trusted, centrally-located and profitable pharmacy in my hometown," Ross said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
NY GOV BLAMES PRESIDENT FOR WOES Sep 23, 2009
Paterson blames weak Obama record for friction - Ben Smith - POLITICO.com. I think that you see in order to accomplish their healthcare plan, their energy plan, the other ideas that they have for America that really are transformative they ve had to look at who is going to be voting, who can help them. (The Drudge Report)
Inside the Mission to Take Down ACORN Sep 19, 2009
Washington Post: Duo in Sting Videos Say Their Effort Was Independent. Newly-released video captures employees from the social activist organization ACORN allegedly advising people posing as prostitutes and pimps how to cheat on taxes. (CBS News -- US)
Fresno ACORN defends mission Sep 18, 2009
In splitting with ACORN, Groves sought to tamp down GOP concerns and negative publicity that the partnership will taint the 2010 head count ... The House voted Thursday to deny all federal funds for ACORN in a GOP-led strike against the scandal-tainted community organizing group that comes just three days after the Senate took similar action ... The House voted Thursday to deny all federal funds for ACORN in a GOP-led strike against the scandal-tainted community organizing group that comes just... (Fresno Bee)
Pfizer Says Consultant Tried to Sway Witness in Suit Against Drug Company Sep 18, 2009
Egilmans letter to Shearers doctor was a transparent attempt to taint her perceptions of Pfizer shortly before her deposition, Pfizer said. Egilman enclosed a confidential internal e-mail between Pfizer employees, along with other documents, in his letter to Dr. Lisa Catapano- Friedman, the company said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Observant Muslim Americansare patriotic, involved citizens Sep 17, 2009
This could taint them for life. Imagine the consequences if a Muslim American youth, wearing a similar anti-Christian message, entered a school. (NJ.com -- Times)
GOP senator wants investigation of ACORN Sep 16, 2009
In splitting with ACORN, Census director Robert Groves sought to tamp down GOP concerns and negative publicity that the partnership will taint the 2010 head count. In recent months, Republicans have become increasingly critical of the census' ties with ACORN. The group, which advocates for poor people, conducted a massive voter registration effort last year and became a target of conservatives when some employees were accused of submitting false registration forms with names such as "Mickey... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Rep. Wilson: No second apology for You lie’ words Sep 16, 2009
Mac1974 wrote on Sep 14, 2009 4:20 PM:" Did you know Joe Wilson publicly attacked Essie Mae Washington-Williams when she admitted she was the daughter of Strom Thurmond? Essie was black.He was afraid her revelation would taint the Thurmond legacy. ". To add your comments you must be registered and logged in. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Our Opinion: What’s going on at the jail? Sep 16, 2009
" But let's just further taint Mr. Dillon anyway, shall we. Who's it gonna hurt...?". James Ray Morris, may or may not have been internally investigated. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Pakistan army suspected in deaths Sep 15, 2009
Now, concerns over the army s methods in the area threaten to further taint Washington s association with the military, cooperation that has been questioned in Congress and has been politically unpopular in Pakistan. The number of killings suggests that the military is seeking to silence any enthusiasm for the Taliban and to settle accounts for heavy army casualties, said a senior provincial official who declined to be identified for fear of reprimand by the army. (Boston Globe)
Financial sector needs to take its medicine Sep 14, 2009
And all in the name of avoiding any taint of socialism. It remains possible, however, that the banks will be pulled into line by other participants in the financial markets. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Census Bureau cuts ties with ACORN Sep 12, 2009
In splitting with ACORN, Groves sought to tamp down GOP concerns and negative publicity that the partnership will taint the 2010 head count. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Census drops ACORN Sep 12, 2009
In splitting with ACORN, Groves sought to tamp down GOP concerns and negative publicity that the partnership will taint the 2010 head count. "It is clear that ACORN's affiliation with the 2010 census promotion has caused sufficient concern in the general public, has indeed become a distraction from our mission, and may even become a discouragement to public cooperation, negatively impacting 2010 census efforts," Groves wrote. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Fort Bliss Addresses Soldier's Alcohol Abuse That Lead To Teen's Death Sep 12, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Posted: 12:55 pm MDT September 11, 2009Updated: 9:57 pm MDT September 11, 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Obama issues bold demand for health care action Sep 10, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " "I am not the first President to take up this cause, but I am determined to be the last," Obama said, to a huge ovation from lawmakers, framed by a large American flag in the storied House of Representatives chamber. After a summer of political fury, Obama offered the most detailed outline of his reform plan yet, warned more Americans would die if Congress did nothing, and told Republicans not to waste his time by trying to kill the plan. "The time... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Obama demands reform Sep 10, 2009
President Barack Obama demanded action now from Congress to fix a health system reduced to "breaking point," vowing to end the moral taint that deprives millions of Americans of treatment. In a bold bid to assert leadership as a fractious debate rattles his young administration, Obama strode into a highly charged and rare joint address to Congress and rejected some conservative attacks on his plan as lies. (iAfrica.com)
Patience a hard pill to swallow regarding Afghanistan Sep 9, 2009
It would be nice if the media took a break from opinion and gave us some facts without the taint of partisan spin. smoochie. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Glenn Beck: Americans Stood Up to Bring Down Van Jones Sep 7, 2009
" Beck also succeeded in keeping the national debate focused on the far left tendencies embodied in many of Obamas policies and nominees, Politico pointed out. Now Obama is going into a key health reform speech before Congress on Wednesday with the taint of the Van Jones scandal marring his agenda. Between Cambridge cops; whether administration officials are or are not for the public option; right wing mobbing at town halls; and the back to school welcome contretemps, the White House has been... (Newsmax)
Ag industry defends itself over grisly chick video Sep 5, 2009
Uncastrated hogs produce meat with a revolting urine taste known as "boar taint." And farmers clip hogs' tails because in tight spaces, the animals will chew each others' tails and can bleed to death. The industry says anesthetizing the animals would be too expensive. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
U.S. Cuts Aid to Honduras Sep 4, 2009
"It must also be free of taint and open to all Hondurans to exercise their democratic franchise. At this moment, we would not be able to support the outcome of the scheduled elections.". "A positive conclusion of the Arias process would provide a sound basis for legitimate elections to proceed," Kelly said. (CBS News -- World)
Why Parents Don't Trust Educator-In-Chief Sep 4, 2009
Obama's bureaucrats can whitewash offending language from the Sept. 8 speech-related documents, but they can't remove the taint of left-wing radicalism that informs Obama and his education mentors. History Lesson. (Investors Business Daily)
• Judge may close Leon competency hearing Sep 4, 2009
Gosnell-Taylor argued that information contained in the reports could potentially taint a jury. She said the defense is in agreement with the Tyson report. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Bulldog Bites: Gundy, Richt live in different worlds Sep 3, 2009
Taint Simpleton calling someone else a drama queen. now that s funny. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Storm Johnson opens up recruitment after slight from LSU Sep 2, 2009
7:56 am September 1, 2009, by Chip Towers. Tailback Storm Johnson, who transferred from Buford to Loganville after last season, has reopened his recruitment and will visit West Virginia this weekend. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Eric Holder's Anti-CIA Witch Hunt Sep 1, 2009
Attorney General Eric Holder's decision to ask a special prosecutor to investigate for possible criminal prosecution CIA operatives who interrogated terrorists in overseas locations is the latest and most egregious instance of political gamesmanship by Holder, who strode into office promising to remove the taint of politicization from the Justice Department ... (Decisions not to prosecute are rarely the subject of public comment, given the risk of tainting suspects' reputations or impairing... (CBS News -- Opinion)
Students Protest April Fools' Issue Aug 30, 2009
Instead, the author allows her obvious distaste for the protectors to taint the entire tone of this article. Journalistic Integrity Apr 03 2009 at 5:18 p.m.. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
17,500 Canadians Cant Be Wrong Aug 29, 2009
When you taint the system in such a way it creates imbalances which eventually tilt in the governments favor, hence no longer competitive. See competition to Amtrak or the Post Office. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Opinion - DuBos: LSU pays price for strong-armed tactics Aug 26, 2009
While that may taint the results in the eyes of some, anyone who knows Renwick knows his polls are not for sale. The numbers are legit. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Psychiatric test sought for woman in Pitino case Aug 22, 2009
The widespread publicity threatens to taint a possible jury pool and rob Sypher of a fair trial, Kuhn wrote. A status conference in the case is scheduled Aug. 28. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Animal Control responds to skeptics Aug 21, 2009
Activists last year, after the Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League was dismissed as the county's liaison for animal control, were vociferous regarding fears that undocumented killings and corrupt behavior would taint the system. Fresh accusations allude that those fears have become a reality. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
The word on Ben Jones Aug 21, 2009
7:00 am August 20, 2009, by Tim Tucker. Athens Concern swirled around Bulldog Nation for a couple of hours last night about center Ben Jones practice-field injury. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Talking Points Aug 21, 2009
That would taint his entire presidency. But there is no question most Americans are now dissatisfied with the president's health care deal. (Fox News)
McLellan's curious case of concealment might not do her any favours Aug 21, 2009
Even a convincing reason, given after a disappointing performance, will inevitably have the taint of an excuse. She is not that sort of athlete. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Fade Sun Spots Naturally Aug 21, 2009
It can be difficult to treat those spots, which build up over a years and years, but do not despair, there are ways to fade the discoloration and rejuvenate the taint. While certain ingredients in expensive creams might irritate the skin, there are some natural remedies, which help to fade the blemishes. (Suite101.com)
Health care needs healing touch Aug 20, 2009
"'Taint necessarily so." We are not careful enough about what we do with what we hear these days. We are often in violation of the commandment about not bearing false witness. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Study finds traces of cocaine on dollars Aug 20, 2009
The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which makes the countrys paper currency, said nothing in the process would taint the paper with the drug. When it leaves here, it does not have any cocaine in it, Claudia Dickens, a spokeswoman for the bureau, said Tuesday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Scandal damages Pitino's lucrative brand name Aug 20, 2009
Rick Pitino's brand tainted by Karen Sypher affair - NCAA Basketball - SI.com ... Scandal could taint Pitino's brand. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Officer Arrested In Vegas Had Trouble At HPD Aug 19, 2009
"I also want to make clear too that this in no way should taint the rest of the police department. The majority of them are law-abiding, hard-working, excellent role models. We have one of the finest police departments in the nation," Hannemann said. Neither of the accused officers has returned to work. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Wall St. Stabilizes After Big Sell-Off Aug 19, 2009
There is still unused money out of the total alloted to the rescue, so any eruptions here may not require further official action, but it would have a bad impact on the collective mood, and further taint any efforts to shore up the financial system. Lack of political leadership. (CBS News)
U.S. Dollars Tainted With Cocaine Aug 19, 2009
The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which makes the country's paper currency, said nothing in the process would taint the paper with the drug ... even though they knew that nearly all American currency was so tainted. (CBS News)
Now thats high finance Aug 18, 2009
Traces of cocaine taint up to 90 percent of paper money in the United States, a new study finds. A group of scientists tested banknotes from more than 30 cities in five countries, including the United States, Canada, Brazil, China, and Japan, and found "alarming" evidence of cocaine use in many areas. (MSNBC -- Business)
Click to watch: One Michael Vick, Two Opinions Aug 18, 2009
His name is synonymous with torture and death; it will even taint his children, mother and broher. His highly touted talent as a football player may still be used, but he will never achieve the highest accolade ever for a player. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Iran defies condemnation, expands opposition trial Aug 17, 2009
Iran has tried to taint the unrest by asserting that it is a product of international meddling rather tha 00004000 n internal anger. Opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi, who claims he was the true election winner, is also consolidating his political forces. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Why no stipulations on food stamp purchases?? Aug 8, 2009
John Burton wrote on Aug 3, 2009 11:04 PM:" To singlemotherof4, You don't understand. One person does not make a society. What these people are talking about is not the 10%, like you. They are talking about the 90% abusers that are born into welfare. These people are scammers of the government and will are taught to take anything they can get away with. They taint our communities. They don't have the ethics and morals that average, hard working people do. Yet, we continue to support their... (New Iberia, LA)
