This much is clear, tattoo removal firms see growth Oct 18, 2009
The multi-billion dollar business of tattoo removal is enjoying some recession-proof growth -- with one LA-based clinic even planning on going public next year to help fund a national expansion plan. "More than 40 million people have tattoos and about seven million, or 17 percent, are in the process of figuring out how to get rid of them," said John Keefe, the CEO of Dr. Tatoff, a Californian tattoo removal clinic, who hopes to use the proceeds from a 2010 initial public offering to grow to a... (New York Post -- Business)
Ann KillionVIEWPOINT Sep 30, 2009
Curry might want to look into laser tattoo removal because he's a Warrior now. And "Trust, Commitment, Care" is most certainly not in the Warriors' vocabulary. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
What Is a 'Feminista,' Exactly? Sep 24, 2009
Since then, weve OMGd and SMHd at Chris Brown on Larry King, weighed in on therapy for Kanye and tattoo removal for the endlessly irresistible, on-the-verge Amber Rose. Weve ROFLMAO at too many things to list. (Slate)
Priest's anti-gang program in budget crisis Aug 14, 2009
Still, the priest, who earns $52,000 a year, refuses to charge for services like tattoo removal, which signals a gang member's renunciation of his lifestyle, because he believes they won't come if they have to pay. Boyle said he's looking at shutting down the nonprofit's services, which include psychological counseling, legal aid and self-empowerment classes, and continuing to run the businesses as long as they generate enough revenue to cover operations. (USA Today -- News)
* Sanskrit and Buddhist tattoos offer hope in tough times t CDB Jun 27, 2009
He also suggested that people think twice before getting a tattoo so they do not regret it further on down the road and get left with hefty tattoo removal costs. (LIBERTY TIMES, TRANSLATED BY DREW CAMERON). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Letters to the editor (6/22/09) Jun 22, 2009
Wait until we [taxpayers] are paying for hair transplants, face-lifts, and tattoo removal. By the way, that $5,000 MRI you questioned may have been "defensive medicine" performed to avert the possibility of a malpractice suit rather than your doctor's lack of integrity. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hoping Obama's policies fail Jun 17, 2009
One of the earmarks in the stimulus bill is for the "taxpayers get tattooed award" for $200,000 for a tattoo removal program introduced by Howard Berman, a Democrat from California. Rush Limbaugh was exactly right, Ihope Obama's policies fails. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Pick your package Jun 16, 2009
More effective tattoo removal for all colors. Botox Cosmetic, a nonsurgical procedure to temporarily improve the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people ages 18 to 65. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
LETTERS: NCT, May 24, 2009 May 24, 2009
" Given the character presented by Patrick, I prefer dogs. I also prefer fleas over this administration and Congress. Fleas aren't on a gallop pace lowering dignified human conduct and destroying the national economy.No basis for Marxist accusation! Exactly what President Obama wants you to believe. The less you know, the easier you are to control. Not new to politics. It's called deceit. Obama isn't going to tell you he's a Marxist. You must be able to observe, think and analyze.Randall Tinkess... (North County Times)
Welfare should be abolished, reader says May 22, 2009
Maybe there should be religious education for welfare recipients, mandated tattoo removal, and dentistry. those are matters that can be worked out later. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Inmate from Hawaii dies after being attacked in California prison May 15, 2009
U.S. District Judge David Ezra in August sentenced Ritter to 33 months in prison, ordered that he undergo 500 hours of drug addiction treatment and recommended that he be placed in a federal prison that would allow him to undergo tattoo removal. In March 2008, U.S. Attorney for Hawaii Ed Kubo Jr. noted that Ritter's arrest was an indication of how successful the joint federal and county Project Safe Neighborhoods program was. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Spa 4 U Offers New Services to Its Clients in Washington Apr 28, 2009
In addition to providing laser hair removal, the spa also is offering cellulite reduction, scar blending, tattoo removal, brown spot removal and photo facials, which were recently shown on Oprah. The photo facials help reduce signs of aging, according to Cara Simmons, spa owner. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Dentist removes unwanted tattoos Apr 17, 2009
A dentist has set up a sideline in tattoo removal at his surgery in Skipton. Story Tools. (BBC News)
Runners can chart a new course for spring Apr 16, 2009
Lee takes an urban approach for her Beacon Hill route, particularly this time of year when the wind coming off the water can make running alongside the river about as pleasurable as laser tattoo removal. She also prides herself on having developed a route that avoids traffic lights. (Boston Globe)
'Pig Book' Oinks At Congress' Big Spenders Apr 15, 2009
Pig Book' Oinks At Congress' Big Spenders - Money News Story - KPRC Houston. KPRC News Live Online. (Click2Houston, TX)
Don't spend what you don't have Apr 12, 2009
And how do we North Dakotans receive our money back when we are funding 49 other states' projects; projects like cricket control in Utah, a tattoo removal program, astronomy promotion in Hawaii and pig odor research in Iowa. Secondly, the case is made that many of the earmark projects are beneficial. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
• Raising gang awareness in S. Idaho Apr 9, 2009
He also runs a tattoo removal program, called Second Chance Grace. His presentations have been heard in prisons, schools and community groups. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Your views: Left and right Mar 28, 2009
Some of the baggage on the donkey packers could be taxpayer money for AIG bonuses, tattoo removal and the other ridiculous spending she has voted for. Either she didnt read what she was voting on or she is in favor of all this waste of taxpayer money. (Florida Today)
Local briefs - 10:57 pm Thu Mar 27, 2009
Some of the money will go for tattoo removal. The Genesis Family Center in Fresno was awarded $145,107, which will be used for mentoring. (Fresno Bee)
Voice of the People March 23, 2009 Mar 24, 2009
Mr. Spratt evidently feels that providing funding for such things as tattoo removal for California gang members, swine odor and manure management, research for stable flies, Mormon crickets and honeybees, as well as how to grow more asparagus is of vital interest to the United States. However, none of the noted earmarks has or will have any direct benefit to Mr. Spratt's district or the state of South Carolina. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
The Big Picture (5) Mar 22, 2009
The building will include the nonprofit's administrative offices and support services for gang rehabilitation, such as tattoo removal and job placement assistance. Homeboy's silk-screening facility may also move once a second phase of the building is complete. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Omnibus Passes with Republican Earmarxists’ Help Mar 12, 2009
The 9,287 earmarks in the omnibus include tax dollars for tattoo removal, swine odor, midnight basketball, museums, bike paths, a Totally Teen Zone, and the controversial liberal advocacy group LaRaza, DeMint continued. Combined with the spending bills already passed last year, it will drive up the number of earmarks in Fiscal Year 2009 to a total of 11,914 at a cost of $28. (Human Events Online)
Stimulus package reeks of wasteful earmarks Mar 12, 2009
Then there s 200,000 for tattoo removal in California, where some idiot decided it would be cool to wear a gang-identifying tattoo and now wants it removed ... boredguy wrote on Mar 11, 2009 10:05 AM:" The $200,000.00 for "tattoo removal" that Barker barks about it's part of an anti-crime program developed in the San Fernando Valley, administered by a hospital with a very Christian name, and supported by local law enforcement (http://debatebothsides.com/showthread.php?t=76312). Where was Barker... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Separating the Pork from the Bull (57) Mar 10, 2009
How about the 200,000 for tattoo removal in the 410 billion Omnibus Spending Bill that the House just passed. Pure pork, said Fox News. (Boerne Star, TX)
Helpful silk purses or sows' earmarks? Mar 9, 2009
7 million for pig odor research in Iowa and $200,000 for tattoo removal from disaffected gang members in Los Angeles who want to start a new life. But for every boondoggle, there are hundreds that enjoy universal support. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Iowans say pig-odor study passes the smell test Mar 7, 2009
Among other earmarks that have been criticized: tattoo removal for gang members in Los Angeles; Polynesian canoe rides in Hawaii; termite research in New Orleans; and the study of grape genetics in New York. Despite the ridicule from Sen. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Talking Points Mar 6, 2009
And $200,000 for tattoo removals in California ... She can afford her own tattoo removal. (Fox News)
Maureen Dowd: This great stage of fools Mar 5, 2009
- $200,000 for tattoo removal violence outreach program to help gang members or others shed visible signs of their past. "REALLY?" McCain twittered. (International Herald Tribune)
- From the Right: Old ways certainly die hard (1) Mar 1, 2009
Jim DeMint s who is going over the bill line by line and posting his pork findings on Twitter, 400,000 has been set aside to combat bullying and another 200,000 for tattoo removal, as part of a campaign to prevent violence. There were many good lines in Jindal s speech, but he suffered the usual disadvantage of the opposition. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
CONGRESS: BIG BUCKS TO CANOES & TATTOOS... Feb 27, 2009
WASHINGTON - Congress went on a pork-a-palooza yesterday, approving a massive spending bill with big bucks for Hawaiian canoe trips, research into pig smells, and tattoo removal - all while the nation faces an economic crisis. Among the recipients of federal largesse is the Polynesian Voyaging Society of Honolulu, which got a 238,000 "earmark" in the bill. (The Drudge Report)
House OKs $410B bill to boost spending Feb 26, 2009
who secured $200,000 for a "tattoo removal violence outreach program" in Los Angeles. Aides said the money would pay for a tattoo removal machine that could help gang members or others shed visible signs of their past, and anyone benefiting would be required to perform community service. (MSNBC -- Race)
The One Thing Feb 26, 2009
8 billion going to special projects aka "pork," aka "earmarks," no matter what your definition of "is" is including $200,000 for a "tattoo removal violence prevention outreach program.". Yesterday, I told you that the real shortage we have in this country isn't in dollars, ; like honesty and integrity before there's no more trust left in the bank. (Fox News)
Common Sense Feb 26, 2009
Or $200,000 for tattoo removal. Chump change, I guess. (Fox News)
Another Half-Trillion, Another Payoff Feb 25, 2009
Other seemingly unending pork included things like $2 million for the promotion of astronomy in Hawaii, $200,000 for gang tattoo removal, $250,000 for security cameras in business districts in Pittsburg, $215,000 for Stony Brook University to teach scientists how to talk to the media, a $473,000 earmark for the racist group La Raza from Sens. Bingaman and Menendez, $400,000 to combat bullying and $75,000 for Totally Teen Zone to tell kids it s okay to totally zone out with Wii and X Box. (Human Events Online)
