Friday, December 19, 2014

Snyder - Gov. Rick Snyder creates new department, agency to focus on top priority

Snyder - Gov. Rick Snyder creates new department, agency to focus on top priority: Michigan talent
"Through an executive order, Michigan is leveraging its ability to build talent with in-demand skills while helping state businesses grow and thrive by putting job creation and economic development efforts under one new department.
Snyder on Thursday announced an executive order creating the Department of Talent and Economic Development and the Michigan Talent Investment Agency, as well as a restructuring that includes several state departments."

One Islamic State Fighter Allegedly Killed 150 Girls and Women for a Horrific Reason | TheBlaze.com

One Islamic State Fighter Allegedly Killed 150 Girls and Women for a Horrific Reason | TheBlaze.com:

"A single Islamic State fighter killed 150 girls and women because they refused to enter into “temporary marriages” with jihadists, according to the the Iraqi Ministry of Human Rights.
Temporary marriages are a way for jihadists to effectively use women as sex slaves, while still abiding by Koranic law, in their eyes.
“Abu Anas Al-Libi killed more than 150 women and girls, some of whom were pregnant, after refusing to accept Jihad marriage,” the Iraqi Ministry of Human Rights said in a statement."


A religion of peace?

The Extraordinary Life of Barack Obama's Imaginary Son

The Extraordinary Life of Barack Obama's Imaginary Son | Ricochet
In an upcoming People magazine interview, Barack and Michelle Obama sit down and discuss life as the First Oppressed Couple of the United States. Hoping to shed light and relate to recent events in Ferguson, Missouri, and New York City, Barack reached into the upstairs White House bedroom of his mind and called upon his famous imaginary son to make an appearance:
The small irritations or indignities that we experience are nothing compared to what a previous generation experienced,” President Obama said. “It’s one thing for me to be mistaken for a waiter at a gala. It’s another thing for my son to be mistaken for a robber and to be handcuffed, or worse, if he happens to be walking down the street and is dressed the way teenagers dress.
Once again, Barack Obama’s imaginary son has found himself unfairly in trouble with the law. If you recall, his imaginary son was also shot by an imaginary neighborhood watch guard in the same style as Trayvon Martin. But Obama’s imaginary son is plucky and resilient and has lived a hard life in the hood so he keeps bouncing back.
In his life, Obama’s imaginary son has been shot at, concussed out of football, and racially profiled. Yet he keeps picking himself up and carrying on. Obama’s imaginary son should be an example to us all. No matter what kind of imaginary circumstances we find ourselves in, we can continue on with our imaginary lives.

The People Have SPOKEN: Pro-Second Amendment Candidate OFFICIALLY Wins Gabby Giffords’ Old House Seat

The People Have SPOKEN: Pro-Second Amendment Candidate OFFICIALLY Wins Gabby Giffords’ Old House Seat:

"Despite what some in the Democrat Party may believe, elections mean things. The absolute pounding offered by Republicans in November’s midterms does not mean that every American supports a conservative agenda; it does, however, mean that the majority of Americans wish for the U.S. to pursue a path that is different from the vision of America favored by the radicalized Democrat Party."

Kim Jong-un to Host 87th Annual Oscars

Kim Jong-un to Host 87th Annual Oscars | Ricochet: "HOLLYWOOD (KCNA) — The Revolutionary Artists Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is happy to announce that His Excellency Kim Jong-un will host the 87th annual Academy Awards.
This will be the first time a supreme leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea has led the ceremony, but it most certainly will not be the last.
“All peoples celebrate Dear Leader’s most humble decision to host the Oscars,” said Sony Pictures Chairman and CEO Michael Lynton. 
“We have witnessed his strength and honor from afar and welcome the divine opportunity to explode our love in his presence. 
To obey Doctor Leader’s magnanimous offer to host the Oscars is perfect joy, all of his resources and talent coming together on global stage.”
 Lynton helped redesign the iconic Oscar statuette “to better model the ideal human form” and offered a stern warning for enemies of the Juche Spirit.
“The vile capitalist running-dogs Seth Rogen and James Franco do shame the nation and Hollywood-industry with their thrice-cursed crimes,” he said via short-wave radio.
“Such villains of the Eternal Party will pay for their heinous betrayals and scandals which the era shall dutifully record.”"

China Reportedly Tests New Missile That Could Put ‘Entire U.S. at Risk’ | TheBlaze.com

China Reportedly Tests New Missile That Could Put ‘Entire U.S. at Risk’ | TheBlaze.com:

"Frank Gaffney, founder and president of the Center for Security Policy, told TheBlaze the threat from China — especially the considerations for a massive, country-wide blackout that could see 90 percent of Americans perish — is significant, and cannot be ignored.

“China has the doctrine, the appreciation of our vulnerabilities and increasingly the means to conduct electromagnetic pulse attacks against the United States,” he said. “As it improves the range and lethality of its ballistic missile forces, that threat will only grow. We ignore it, and continue to leave ourselves vulnerable to such a nation-ending danger, at our extreme peril.”

Ibuprofen could be the secret to a longer life

Ibuprofen could be the secret to a longer life | Health | Life & Style | Daily Express
Regular doses of ibuprofen could allow people to live up to 12 years longer.
In tests, the drug appears to hold back the ageing process as well as helping fight disease.
Ibuprofen, which is used every day at home by people to treat inflammation, pain and fever, may be the key to developing a long sought after anti-ageing drug.
Dr Brian Kennedy, president and chief executive of the Buck Institute for Research on Ageing in California, said: “There is a lot to be excited about.
"The research shows that ibuprofen impacts a process not yet implicated in ageing, giving us a new way to study and understand the ageing process.
“Ibuprofen is a relatively safe drug, found in most people’s medicine cabinets.
"There is every reason to believe there are other existing treatments that can impact health span and we need to be studying them.”
Lead researcher Professor Michael Polymenis of Texas A&M University agreed.
He said: “It should be possible to find other drugs like ibuprofen with even better ability to extend lifespan, with the aim of adding healthy years of life in people.”

SHOCK CLAIM: US Power Grid Already Hacked By Iranians, Chinese, Russians

SHOCK CLAIM: US Power Grid Already Hacked By Iranians, Chinese, Russians (Video) | The Gateway Pundit:
"Tech expert David Kennedy explained that most corporations haven’t done what they needed to do to as an organization to protect themselves.
Kennedy told Greta when it comes to the US financial sector, they are trying really hard to keep the front door locked down to keep the hackers from breaking in.
However, the US is losing the battle in the energy sector.
“The energy sector, unfortunately, and our water treatment facilities and everything we do from a general usability from a United States perspective is very vulnerable.
They’re using old technology dating back to the 70’s.
We need a major rehaul of our entire electrical grid and protection around that.
We’re way worse off than anything near Sony. 
In fact the NSA director said as of last month that our entire energy grid had been owned or hacked by Iranians, by Russians, by China. 
Pretty much anybody has a foothold into our power grid right now.”"

Viral Pic of Bill Clinton Creeping on Long-Time Friend's Daughter Creeps People Out

Viral Pic of Bill Clinton Creeping on Long-Time Friend's Daughter Creeps People Out | The Daily Sheeple:
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5 takeaways from 'A community conversation: Giving voice to citizens-police'

5 takeaways from 'A community conversation: Giving voice to citizens-police' | MLive.com
4. Race remains an issue
Much of the discussion at Wednesday's forum revolved around the issue of race, which was attacked from several different angles.
Many citizens were curious as to how different departments deal with race issues and if officers are trained and prepared for different cultural situations.
Officials and citizens also cited a need for more diversity in local law enforcement itself.
Citizens also felt that eliminating Muskegon's perceived "racial divide" will lead to other problems being resolved.
"There are two sets of laws," one citizen said. "One for the white people and one for the black people."
Others took a more inclusive stance.
"It's not about the boundaries of our neighborhoods," one citizen said. "It's not about the color of our skin. We have a responsibility to our kids to make all of our communities safer. If we come together in here, we can make a difference out there."

Judge Orders Former Gun Store Owner to Hand Over His Facebook Password. Guess What Happened When He Didn’t Do It. | Video | TheBlaze.com

Judge Orders Former Gun Store Owner to Hand Over His Facebook Password. Guess What Happened When He Didn’t Do It. | Video | TheBlaze.com:

"Jeremy Alcede doesn’t own Tactical Firearms shooting center anymore. Soon, he might not even own his Facebook page password.

Alcede was ordered to hand over his Facebook page’s password to the new owners when the business went bankrupt. He refused to provide it and was subsequently arrested for contempt of court on Wednesday."

O'Reilly on America's Race Problem

O'Reilly on America's Race Problem | CNS News

The U.S. Government Wants to Keep You From Wearing "Comfyballs" Boxers

The U.S. Government Wants to Keep You From Wearing "Comfyballs" Boxers

The U.S. Government Wants to Keep You From Wearing "Comfyballs" BoxersThe regrettably named Norwegian underwear brand Comfyballs was all set to make its big debut in the U.S. this year when it was shut down by the country's patent and trademark office. A trademark on Comfyballs, USPTO argued, was just too vulgar for Americans to accept.

The Independent reports on the tribulations of the company, which was already comforting balls across Australia, New Zealand, Scandinavia, and the U.K. when its trademark application was denied:
But American authorities banned it from operating under that name, finding that, "in the context of the applicant's goods... Comfyballs means only one thing - that a man's testicles, or 'balls,' will be comfortable in the applicant's undergarments.
"The mark does not create a double entendre or other idiomatic expression... When used in this way, the word, 'balls' has an offensive meaning."

History for December 19

History for December 19 - On-This-Day.com
William Parry 1790, Leonid Brezhnev (Russia) 1906, Edith Piaf 1915 


Cicely Tyson 1933, Al Kaline 1934, Richard Leakey 1944 


1562 - The Battle of Dreux was fought between the Huguenots and the Catholics, beginning the French Wars of Religion. 


1732 - Benjamin Franklin began publishing "Poor Richard's Almanac." 


1843 - Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" was first published in England. 


1871 - Corrugated paper was patented by Albert L. Jones. 


1957 - Meredith Wilson’s "The Music Man" opened at the Majestic Theatre in New York City. It ran for 1,375 shows. 


1972 - Apollo 17 splashed down in the Pacific, ending the Apollo program of manned lunar landings. 


1973 - Johnny Carson started a fake toilet-paper scare on the "Tonight Show." 


1989 - U.S. troops invaded Panama to overthrow the regime of General Noriega. 


1996 - The school board of Oakland, CA, voted to recognize Black English, also known as "ebonics." The board later reversed its stance. 


1997 - "Titanic" opened in American movie theaters. 


1998 - U.S. President Bill Clinton was impeached on two charges of perjury and obstruction of justice by the U.S. House of Representatives. 

Thursday, December 18, 2014

‘We Have Killed All the Children… What Do We Do Now?’ | TheBlaze.com

‘We Have Killed All the Children… What Do We Do Now?’ | TheBlaze.com:

"After terrorists invaded a Pakistan high school and slaughtered more than 130 students, one of the Taliban militants reportedly had one of his last conversations with his handler. The chilling transcripts of the conversation were apparently provided to local newspapers by law enforcement officials.

“We have killed all the children in the auditorium. What do we do now?” one of the terrorists reportedly told his handler."




Listener Calls Into Glenn Beck Radio Show With an Incredible Allegation About Michelle Obama’s Race Story | Video | TheBlaze.com

Listener Calls Into Glenn Beck Radio Show With an Incredible Allegation About Michelle Obama’s Race Story | Video | TheBlaze.com:

"A listener called into Glenn Beck’s radio program Thursday with an incredible story that contradicts First Lady Michelle Obama’s example of racism at Target. The caller said her sister was the person who asked the first lady to help her reach something, and the shocker is the woman allegedly voted for President Barack Obama — twice."


POOF!!

The story changes!

A reminder about life in Communist Cuba under the Castro regime, from a former political prisoner of 22 years | TheBlaze.com

A reminder about life in Communist Cuba under the Castro regime, from a former political prisoner of 22 years | TheBlaze.com:

"In light of the news regarding the release of Alan Gross and America’s re-opening of diplomatic relations with Cuba, we thought it useful to provide some insight into what life has been like under the Communist Castro regime in the decades since the island’s 1959 revolution.

The horrors of the Cuban system are perhaps best illustrated in Armando Valladares‘ “Against All Hope: A Memoir of Life in Castro’s Gulag,” which was published in 1986."

Marquette suspends professor who raised plight of muzzled pro-marriage student

Marquette suspends professor who raised plight of muzzled pro-marriage student:
Publicly tattling on colleagues who tell students they can’t share certain views in class is apparently “harassment” at Marquette University.
On his Marquette Warrior blog, Professor John McAdams shared the plight of a student whose philosophy instructor told him it would be “homophobic” to say he supports traditional marriage in class, as The College Fix previously reported.
Marquette is a Jesuit school, by the way.
Now the dean of the College of Arts & Sciences has written to McAdams, telling him:
The university is continuing to review your conduct and during this period–and until further notice–you are relieved of all teaching duties and all other faculty activities, including, but not limited to, advising, committee work, faculty meetings and any activity that would involve your interaction with Marquette students, faculty and staff. Should any academic appeals arise from Fall 2014 semester, however, you are expected to fulfill your obligations in that specific matter.
McAdams will still get paid but he’ll have to ask for permission to come back to campus. Dean Richard Holz attached Marquette’s harassment policy, “guiding values statement,” mission statement and “sections from” the faculty handbook, saying those materials would “inform our review of your conduct.”
McAdams says Marquette leaders must think blogging constitutes harassment, except that his post wasn’t “directed to a protected class”:
Marquette’s harassment policy is absurdly vague and includes “behavior is intimidating, hostile or demeaning or could or does result in mental, emotional or physical discomfort, embarrassment, ridicule or harm.” That’s right, even mental discomfort (which should be a normal part of having one’s opinions challenged in a university) is considered harassing.

Wealth gap in America widens to record level, report says

Wealth gap in America widens to record level, report says - LA Times:
"The wealth gap between middle- and upper-income households has widened to the highest level on record, says a new report.
Using the latest Federal Reserve data, the Pew Research Center said Wednesday that the median wealth for high-income families was $639,400 last year — up 7% from three years earlier on an inflation-adjusted basis.
For middle-income families, the median wealth — that is, assets minus debts — stood at $96,500 last year, unchanged from 2010.
U.S. income inequality is bad, but wealth inequality is a bigger problem
The result is that the typical wealth of the nation's upper-income households last year was nearly seven times that of middle-class ones.
By Pew's calculations, that is the biggest gap in the 30 years that the Fed has been collecting statistics from its Survey of Consumer Finances."

Surprise: Insurers Extend Another Obamacare Deadline, Costs to Spike in 2016 - Guy Benson

Surprise: Insurers Extend Another Obamacare Deadline, Costs to Spike in 2016 - Guy Benson:

"The law. It's working, you guys. It's working so well that one entire year into its full implementation, insurers feel compelled to extend yet another alleged deadline because the so-called 'back end' of the program's website is still a hot mess.  That big "re-branding" campaign can't come soon enough, in order to allow supporters to keep on highlighting Obamacare's unparalleled success:

Trying to head off a new round of consumer headaches with President Barack Obama's health care law, the insurance industry said Tuesday it will give customers more time to pay their premiums for January."

Obama extends drilling ban at Alaska's Bristol Bay indefinitely

Obama extends drilling ban at Alaska's Bristol Bay indefinitely | Circa News:
"The president has withdrawn drilling leases in a salmon-rich area of Alaska's coast under his authority in the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act.
"Bristol Bay… supports $2 billion in the commercial fishing industry.
It supplies America with 40% of its wild-caught seafood.
It is a natural wonder, and it's something that's just too precious to be putting out to the highest bidder."
Obama Dec. 16 declared Alaska's Bristol Bay off limits for oil and gas leasing indefinitely. 
The president first put a moratorium in 2010 on leasing to the energy industry in the area, which covers more than 52,000 square miles..."

This Liberal Can’t Understand Why So Much Stuff Got Crammed Into Congress’ $1.1 Trillion Spending Bill | Video | TheBlaze.com

This Liberal Can’t Understand Why So Much Stuff Got Crammed Into Congress’ $1.1 Trillion Spending Bill | Video | TheBlaze.com:

"Jon Stewart, host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” is no fiscal conservative.

But even he was astounded to learn of all the special interest extras that have been crammed into the massive, $1.1 trillion government spending bill that the Senate passed Saturday night and President Barack Obama signed Tuesday night.

Some of those non-budgetary items: blocking the District of Columbia’s legalization of marijuana, clarifying endangered species rules and a rule allowing schools to call white potatoes “fresh vegetables.”

This scam is STILL in operation??!!!!-------------Oldest U.S. black college on verge of financial collapse

Oldest U.S. black college on verge of financial collapse | Reuters:
"The nation's oldest black college, Cheyney University, one of Pennsylvania's 14 state-run universities, is on the verge of a financial meltdown that threatens its ability to continue operating, a state official said on Wednesday.
Cheyney's student body has shrunk by two-thirds, to about 1,000, since its 1983 peak, and its four-year graduation rate is just 9 percent. 
A quarter of students never receive a degree, and student loan defaults are high."

Michelle Obama’s Example of Racism in America: I Was Asked to Get Something Off the Shelf at Target | TheBlaze.com

Michelle Obama’s Example of Racism in America: I Was Asked to Get Something Off the Shelf at Target | TheBlaze.com:

"First lady Michelle Obama said a woman asked her for help getting something off a shelf at Target, describing racial experiences she’s had.

“I think people forget that we’ve lived in the White House for six years,” Michelle Obama told People magazine. “Before that, Barack Obama was a black man that lived on the South Side of Chicago, who had his share of troubles catching cabs.”