Mark Steyn on God and Guns
"A while back, I was struck by the words of Oscar van den Boogaard, a Dutch gay humanist (which is pretty much the trifecta of Eurocool). Reflecting on the Continent’s accelerating Islamification, he concluded that the jig was up for the Europe he loved, but what could he do? “I am not a warrior, but who is?” he shrugged. “I have never learned to fight for my freedom. I was only good at enjoying it.”"
Saturday, April 19, 2008
CNN-Kinky News Network:
Kinky News Network:CNN's Quest a Very 'Knotty' Boy
"CNN personality Richard Quest was busted in Central Park early yesterday with some drugs in his pocket, a rope around his neck that was tied to his genitals, and a sex toy in his boot, law-enforcement sources said. Quest, 46, was arrested at around 3:40 a.m. after a cop spotted him and another man inside the park near 64th Street..."
"CNN personality Richard Quest was busted in Central Park early yesterday with some drugs in his pocket, a rope around his neck that was tied to his genitals, and a sex toy in his boot, law-enforcement sources said. Quest, 46, was arrested at around 3:40 a.m. after a cop spotted him and another man inside the park near 64th Street..."
Friday, April 18, 2008
Legislators With Too Much Time on Their Hands
The Volokh Conspiracy - -#1208542685:
The state Senate this week opened discussions on ... replica bull testicles dangling from the back bumpers of vehicles. One senator wants the owners of such swaying baubles to be subject to a $60 fine.......
"Your Nutz, a California company, boasts colors including sun-kissed sienna, dark forest green and even electric blue lighted sets that cast an eerie glow....
'Every time this happens,' [David Ham, founder and owner of Your Nutz] said, talking of moves to ban the product, 'it drives my sales through the roof. I can't thank this lawmaker enough. I'm considering contributing to these guys who are coming up with these bills.' ..."
The state Senate this week opened discussions on ... replica bull testicles dangling from the back bumpers of vehicles. One senator wants the owners of such swaying baubles to be subject to a $60 fine.......
"Your Nutz, a California company, boasts colors including sun-kissed sienna, dark forest green and even electric blue lighted sets that cast an eerie glow....
'Every time this happens,' [David Ham, founder and owner of Your Nutz] said, talking of moves to ban the product, 'it drives my sales through the roof. I can't thank this lawmaker enough. I'm considering contributing to these guys who are coming up with these bills.' ..."
Disgraced Detroit mayor defends Obama's pastor
Michigan News, Detroit, Lansing - MLive.com: "Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick defended Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. on Friday, saying Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama's controversial former pastor should be judged by his life's work."
B Hussein must be so proud.....
B Hussein must be so proud.....
Measure would hike green power and your bills
Measure would hike green power and your bills
"Granholm, a Democrat, applauded the package"
"Granholm, a Democrat, applauded the package"
Poll: Who's right in 'Harry Potter' case? - Muskegon Chronicle - MLive.com
Poll: Who's right in 'Harry Potter' case? - Muskegon Chronicle - MLive.com: "Vander Ark wiped away tears when he was asked to reflect on what the case has done to his relationship with the community of Harry Potter fans."
MATS to add more new buses - mlive.com
MATS to add more new buses - mlive.com: "The way officials at the Muskegon Area Transit System see it, four good buses deserve five more.
Last year, MATS purchased four new 35-foot, low-floor buses from the Gillig Corp. The new buses came with features that have been popular with the public, including air conditioning, automated announcement systems and security cameras.
On Thursday, Muskegon County commissioners, meeting as the transportation committee, gave MATS permission to order five similar buses from the same corporation, for a maximum of $1,810,000."
Last year, MATS purchased four new 35-foot, low-floor buses from the Gillig Corp. The new buses came with features that have been popular with the public, including air conditioning, automated announcement systems and security cameras.
On Thursday, Muskegon County commissioners, meeting as the transportation committee, gave MATS permission to order five similar buses from the same corporation, for a maximum of $1,810,000."
Shores eyes cuts to busing - mlive.com
Shores eyes cuts to busing - mlive.com: "More than $1 million in budget cuts are on the horizon for Mona Shores Public Schools.
The district's budget deficit for the 2008-09 school year is projected to be $1.7 million, and among the first areas the school board proposes to cut is busing"
The district's budget deficit for the 2008-09 school year is projected to be $1.7 million, and among the first areas the school board proposes to cut is busing"
MAISD wins $200,000 grant for environmental education program
MAISD wins $200,000 grant for environmental education program
"Protecting the environment and giving young people a sense of their own importance while enhancing their learning are the goals of a $200,000 grant project that will benefit schools in four counties."
"Protecting the environment and giving young people a sense of their own importance while enhancing their learning are the goals of a $200,000 grant project that will benefit schools in four counties."
Campaign trail gets bumpy for Chelsea Clinton
Campaign trail gets bumpy for Chelsea Clinton
"The softballs come gently, lobbed by voters who support her mother and are thrilled to see that the awkward duckling of the Clinton administration has become a glamorous swan."
"Glamorous swan"?
"The softballs come gently, lobbed by voters who support her mother and are thrilled to see that the awkward duckling of the Clinton administration has become a glamorous swan."
"Glamorous swan"?
Cartoons have lost their punch
Cartoons have lost their punch
"There's a cartoon called 'The Backyardigans' where the characters are some sort of Pixar-ed up human/animals named Pablo, Tyrone, Uniqua, Tasha and Austin. They sing songs that will make you despise all races equally."
"There's a cartoon called 'The Backyardigans' where the characters are some sort of Pixar-ed up human/animals named Pablo, Tyrone, Uniqua, Tasha and Austin. They sing songs that will make you despise all races equally."
Pentagon institute calls Iraq war 'a major debacle'
Pentagon institute calls Iraq war 'a major debacle
"Intelligence analysts, however, remind us that the only thing worse than an Iraq with an American army may be an Iraq after a rapid withdrawal of that army.'
'For many analysts (including this one), Iraq remains a 'must win,' but for many others, despite obvious progress under General David Petraeus and the surge, it now looks like a 'can't win.''"
"Intelligence analysts, however, remind us that the only thing worse than an Iraq with an American army may be an Iraq after a rapid withdrawal of that army.'
'For many analysts (including this one), Iraq remains a 'must win,' but for many others, despite obvious progress under General David Petraeus and the surge, it now looks like a 'can't win.''"
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Iwo Jima Veterans Blast Time's 'Special Environmental Issue' Cover
Iwo Jima Veterans Blast Time's 'Special Environmental Issue' Cover: "For only the second time in 85 years, Time magazine abandoned the traditional red border it uses on its cover. The occasion – to push more global warming alarmism."
Lucianne.com News Forum
Lucianne.com News Forum: "BOGOTA Colombian President Alvaro Uribe on Thursday invited US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to visit his country in a bid to convince the US Congress to approve a controversial bilateral free trade deal. Uribe s invitation came after the Democratic led House of Representatives delayed a vote on the free trade agreement, resisting pressure from US President George W. Bush to get the pact approved this year"
Denver won't 'cage protesters' at DNC
Denver won't 'cage protesters' at DNC
"Protesters will not be confined to 'cages' during the 2008 Democratic National Convention, and the city wants to get away from the long lines of shoulder-to-shoulder, riot-gear-clad police that typified security at the national conventions in Boston and New York, Denver City Councilman Charlie Brown said today.
'We don't want to provoke violence,' Brown said.
Brown said he talked with Mayor John Hickenlooper on Wednesday and that the two discussed 'trying to get away from having lines of police officers.'
Brown later asserted: 'We aren't going to cage protesters.'"
"Protesters will not be confined to 'cages' during the 2008 Democratic National Convention, and the city wants to get away from the long lines of shoulder-to-shoulder, riot-gear-clad police that typified security at the national conventions in Boston and New York, Denver City Councilman Charlie Brown said today.
'We don't want to provoke violence,' Brown said.
Brown said he talked with Mayor John Hickenlooper on Wednesday and that the two discussed 'trying to get away from having lines of police officers.'
Brown later asserted: 'We aren't going to cage protesters.'"
Senate divided over response to Florida earmark
Senate divided over response to Florida earmark: "Rep. Don Young, R-Alaska, in 2005 the chairman of the House Transportation Committee, has previously said that he backed the earmark in at the request of community residents. 'I think it's the right thing for the state of Florida, and you know, right now, they're supportive of it,'"
GOPer-crook got $40m from the developer....... book 'em Dano!
GOPer-crook got $40m from the developer....... book 'em Dano!
School team hit for 66 runs in two innings
School team hit for 66 runs in two innings
"A Japanese high school pleaded for a regional game to be abandoned after surrendering 66 runs in less than two innings, local media reported on Thursday.
The coach of Kawamoto technical high school threw in the towel to spare his pitcher's arm with his team losing 66-0 with just one batter out in the bottom of the second."
"A Japanese high school pleaded for a regional game to be abandoned after surrendering 66 runs in less than two innings, local media reported on Thursday.
The coach of Kawamoto technical high school threw in the towel to spare his pitcher's arm with his team losing 66-0 with just one batter out in the bottom of the second."
Half the country can't get an NHS dentist - and haven't had any treatment for two years | the Daily Mail
Half the country can't get an NHS dentist - and haven't had any treatment for two years the Daily Mail: "The full, desperate state of dental care across the country can be revealed today.
Half the population has received no dental care on the NHS in the last two years"
Half the population has received no dental care on the NHS in the last two years"
Best of the Web Today - WSJ.com
Best of the Web Today - WSJ.com: "A Clear Difference
• 'Bush Embraces Pope Benedict XVI'--headline, ABCNews.com, April 15
• 'Carter Embraces Hamas Official'--headline, Associated Press, April 16"
• 'Bush Embraces Pope Benedict XVI'--headline, ABCNews.com, April 15
• 'Carter Embraces Hamas Official'--headline, Associated Press, April 16"
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Ex-Newark mayor and mistress convicted in corruption trial
Ex-Newark mayor and mistress convicted in corruption trial: "Riley was a publicist who once ran a clothing boutique near City Hall. James was mayor from 1986 to 2006 and also a state senator from 1999 to January 2008."
Murtha says McCain too old to be president
Murtha says McCain too old to be president: "Democratic Rep. John Murtha said Wednesday that Republican Sen. John McCain is too old to be president."
Another difference between demos and GOPers.
demos have no problem with their leadership shouting their bias against senior citizens.
GordoM-thinks-McCrook-could-beat-BitterHussein-or-Mrs Shot & a beer-at-any-physical-test
Another difference between demos and GOPers.
demos have no problem with their leadership shouting their bias against senior citizens.
GordoM-thinks-McCrook-could-beat-BitterHussein-or-Mrs Shot & a beer-at-any-physical-test
Executions to resume after high court OK's lethal injections
Executions to resume after high court OK's lethal injections: "The longest pause in executions in the U.S. in 25 years is about to end. A splintered Supreme Court cleared the way Wednesday, approving the most widely used method of lethal injection."
7-2 is "splintered"?
Only if you wear your liberal bias on your front page.
7-2 is "splintered"?
Only if you wear your liberal bias on your front page.
Brigitte Bardot on trial for Muslim slur
Brigitte Bardot on trial for Muslim slur
"French former film star Brigitte Bardot went on trial on Tuesday for insulting Muslims, the fifth time she has faced the charge of 'inciting racial hatred' over her controversial remarks about Islam and its followers."
"French former film star Brigitte Bardot went on trial on Tuesday for insulting Muslims, the fifth time she has faced the charge of 'inciting racial hatred' over her controversial remarks about Islam and its followers."
Tax-free Internet shopping days could be numbered
Tax-free Internet shopping days could be numbered
"Two bills are pending in Congress that would allow tax collectors to target out-of-state Internet and mail-order retailers, and their supporters are optimistic about their political prospects.
'I certainly would love to see a floor vote,' said Neal Osten, federal affairs counsel for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), a lobby group for state politicians. 'We've heard encouraging words from the Democratic leadership in the House.'"
"Two bills are pending in Congress that would allow tax collectors to target out-of-state Internet and mail-order retailers, and their supporters are optimistic about their political prospects.
'I certainly would love to see a floor vote,' said Neal Osten, federal affairs counsel for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), a lobby group for state politicians. 'We've heard encouraging words from the Democratic leadership in the House.'"
Detroit schools must return $39M if federal funds aren't spent by June
Detroit schools must return $39M if federal funds aren't spent by June: "Detroit Public Schools has until June to spend more than $39 million targeted to reading programs for poor children or will have to pay it back to the federal government.
The money is part of about $140 million in federal money from programs, including Title 1, that give money to schools attended by large numbers of children who qualify for free or reduced lunches. The money is earmarked for reading teachers, tutors, books, supplies and other academic needs."
The money is part of about $140 million in federal money from programs, including Title 1, that give money to schools attended by large numbers of children who qualify for free or reduced lunches. The money is earmarked for reading teachers, tutors, books, supplies and other academic needs."
West Michigan News from the Grand Haven Tribune a Michigan Newspaper
West Michigan News from the Grand Haven Tribune a Michigan Newspaper: "Legislators are considering bills that would allow counties to dissolve road commissions and take over their responsibilities."
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Clinton losing traction over Obama in Pennsylvania, Indiana - Los Angeles Times
Clinton losing traction over Obama in Pennsylvania, Indiana - Los Angeles Times: "Her formerly double-digit lead is now just a five-point margin in Pennsylvania, survey finds. The reduced margin makes a win for her there less significant. She trails Obama among Hoosiers"
Harbor Theater comments
Pretty good response to earlier GordoM grumps!
Hmm I just noticed that I exceeded the allowed characters in my previous post.I was finishing by saying that Community Mental Health will be hosting the event and holding post-movie discussions led by not only mental health experts but individuals in the community living with the disease or disorder. We are always looking for new ways to utilize the building for public and private use, so if anyone has any suggestions or comments in this department, please feel free to contact me.Thanks, and hope to see you at the theater!-Jen Hahn NielsenJen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:22 am #
No, the board does not necessarily "pick" the showings, but occasionally offer suggestions including which direction they would like to see the theater focus. We (the executive directors) welcome all suggestions from not only the board but the community as a whole. If we like the idea, and fits in to our vision, we book the film!Jen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:18 am #
Hello! Just browsing through Harbor Theater information online and thought I would share a few comments (I am the co-executive director of the Harbor Theater).While doing some research (including talking to theater-goers that attended the Harbor Cinema and Lounge a few years ago), we discovered that one of the biggest complaints that theater patrons had was that they were unable to read the small print due to the smaller ad in the Muskegon Chronicle. This was verified by the man who sold us ad space, who said that people frequently called in to complain to the Chronicle and asked them to make the advertisement bigger (interesting that people think that the Chronicle is responsible for small advertisements). We are not sure what kind of "deal" the Chronicle gave the the old owners, but our advertisement price is very reasonable and we are very happy with the results. Not putting the website in the ad is something we have to notify them about, as we instructed (and, essentially, paid) them to do so.As far as effectiveness...well, I have no idea how you could judge that. We seem to have quite a positive response from the advertisement and many people have told us that the Muskegon Chronicle will be their primary source for getting our showtimes. The previous owners conducted a survey and 67% of people said that that is how they received Harbor Theater information and events, with the second runner up being Word of Mouth (at only 17%). I was very surprised to see that the internet wasn't a bigger factor. The times may have changed a little, though. We have a survey in the works to determine how and from what distance people are receiving their information.We are a new business, and as much as I would love to say "Well, it looks like people don't go to the movies as often (or as late) on Thursdays as on Fridays, so let's show one showing on Thursday at 7:00:", we can't. Last Thursday was our busiest day last week, and I would honestly say we had a decent turnout during the weekend. Finding what works in our community with the movies we are showing is something we are in the process of determining. We live a matter of blocks away from the theater in Lakeside and don't mind being there for extended periods of time. Spring Break was last week, so we did try some earlier matinees, and also showed E.T. free all week.We do anticipate renting the theater for both private and public events. It's a beautiful building, and we do stand by our statement as operating as a "community theater". Some of the events we have considered are special screenings, video game tournaments (even WalMart has picked up on the Halo tournament craze!), post-prom or school lock-ins, guest speakers (We will be booking Lloyd Kaufman in August for a two-day Q&A and special screening of his upcoming movie), and also host quarterly week-long mental health awareness "festivals" which will be absolutely free to the public. Community Mental Health will beJen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:13 am #
Does the board pick the showings?crack'd muskegon newz Homepage 04.13.08 - 9:12 pm #
NON PROFIT means we are incorporated as a NON PROFIT. Beyond our salaries, we can not profit. There is a board of directors. If you would like to come on down and have a cup of coffee, I can prove to you that we are a NON PROFIT and following all the rules a NON PROFIT needs to follow.Brendan Pelto 04.13.08 - 8:35 pm #
Hmm I just noticed that I exceeded the allowed characters in my previous post.I was finishing by saying that Community Mental Health will be hosting the event and holding post-movie discussions led by not only mental health experts but individuals in the community living with the disease or disorder. We are always looking for new ways to utilize the building for public and private use, so if anyone has any suggestions or comments in this department, please feel free to contact me.Thanks, and hope to see you at the theater!-Jen Hahn NielsenJen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:22 am #
No, the board does not necessarily "pick" the showings, but occasionally offer suggestions including which direction they would like to see the theater focus. We (the executive directors) welcome all suggestions from not only the board but the community as a whole. If we like the idea, and fits in to our vision, we book the film!Jen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:18 am #
Hello! Just browsing through Harbor Theater information online and thought I would share a few comments (I am the co-executive director of the Harbor Theater).While doing some research (including talking to theater-goers that attended the Harbor Cinema and Lounge a few years ago), we discovered that one of the biggest complaints that theater patrons had was that they were unable to read the small print due to the smaller ad in the Muskegon Chronicle. This was verified by the man who sold us ad space, who said that people frequently called in to complain to the Chronicle and asked them to make the advertisement bigger (interesting that people think that the Chronicle is responsible for small advertisements). We are not sure what kind of "deal" the Chronicle gave the the old owners, but our advertisement price is very reasonable and we are very happy with the results. Not putting the website in the ad is something we have to notify them about, as we instructed (and, essentially, paid) them to do so.As far as effectiveness...well, I have no idea how you could judge that. We seem to have quite a positive response from the advertisement and many people have told us that the Muskegon Chronicle will be their primary source for getting our showtimes. The previous owners conducted a survey and 67% of people said that that is how they received Harbor Theater information and events, with the second runner up being Word of Mouth (at only 17%). I was very surprised to see that the internet wasn't a bigger factor. The times may have changed a little, though. We have a survey in the works to determine how and from what distance people are receiving their information.We are a new business, and as much as I would love to say "Well, it looks like people don't go to the movies as often (or as late) on Thursdays as on Fridays, so let's show one showing on Thursday at 7:00:", we can't. Last Thursday was our busiest day last week, and I would honestly say we had a decent turnout during the weekend. Finding what works in our community with the movies we are showing is something we are in the process of determining. We live a matter of blocks away from the theater in Lakeside and don't mind being there for extended periods of time. Spring Break was last week, so we did try some earlier matinees, and also showed E.T. free all week.We do anticipate renting the theater for both private and public events. It's a beautiful building, and we do stand by our statement as operating as a "community theater". Some of the events we have considered are special screenings, video game tournaments (even WalMart has picked up on the Halo tournament craze!), post-prom or school lock-ins, guest speakers (We will be booking Lloyd Kaufman in August for a two-day Q&A and special screening of his upcoming movie), and also host quarterly week-long mental health awareness "festivals" which will be absolutely free to the public. Community Mental Health will beJen Hahn Nielsen Homepage 04.14.08 - 12:13 am #
Does the board pick the showings?crack'd muskegon newz Homepage 04.13.08 - 9:12 pm #
NON PROFIT means we are incorporated as a NON PROFIT. Beyond our salaries, we can not profit. There is a board of directors. If you would like to come on down and have a cup of coffee, I can prove to you that we are a NON PROFIT and following all the rules a NON PROFIT needs to follow.Brendan Pelto 04.13.08 - 8:35 pm #
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