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According to statistics provided by the Bureau of Labor, the percentage of working women declined for the first time since the dawn of the women's movement, reported the New York Times. Indeed, for the first time since the women’s movement came to life, an economic recovery has come and gone, and the percentage of women at work has fallen, not risen, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports. Each of the seven previous recoveries since 1960 ended with a greater percentage of women at work than when it began. [...] After moving into virtually every occupation, women are being afflicted on a large scale by the same troubles as men: downturns, layoffs, outsourcing, stagnant wages or the discouraging prospect of an outright pay cut. And they are responding as men have, by dropping out or disappearing for a while. If you like the Bush economy, hire John McCain. Senator Barack Obama, however, will lead the nation into a 21st century economy and stop rewarding companies that ship jobs overseas with tax credits. Instead, as President, Barack Obama will offer incentives for companies who stay. Read more about Senator Obama's plans for revitalizing the American economy and strengthening workers.
Publ.Date : Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:14:24 -0500
Big-time donor to the GOP and John McCain is in a bit of trouble: On the day Republican Sen. John McCain surged to victory in Florida's presidential primary, a group of supporters gathered at the elegant Tampa Club for a luncheon held by Gov. Charlie Crist and Sen. Mel Martinez. Mingling with some of the state's business and political elite that January day was a Florida newcomer, an Oregon venture capitalist named Craig Berkman. Unbeknown to the guests, Berkman's life was crashing around him. For two years, Berkman had been battling his investment partners after admitting that he had lent himself $5 million of their money without telling them. A civil fraud case against him was about to go to trial. Berkman continued to raise money for McCain. He and his wife have donated $50,000 to Republican candidates and party committees this election cycle, including a $28,500 check to the Republican National Committee's Victory Fund on May 29 to support McCain's bid. Berkman's political generosity has angered his former investors, who prevailed in court but have not seen a penny of the $28 million in civil damages that a jury awarded them.
Publ.Date : Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:00:00 -0500
ABC News: And it was McCain who owns the first big gaffe of the trip -- appearing to confuse Iraq and Afghanistan. Asked by ABC's Diane Sawyer Monday morning whether the "the situation in Afghanistan in precarious and urgent," McCain responded: "I think it's serious. . . . It's a serious situation, but there's a lot of things we need to do. We have a lot of work to do and I'm afraid it's a very hard struggle, particularly given the situation on the Iraq/Pakistan border," said McCain, R-Ariz., said on "Good Morning America." Iraq and Pakistan do not share a border. Afghanistan and Pakistan do.
Publ.Date : Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:00:21 -0500
Below is a helpful visual aid for John McCain on the timeline of the Anbar awakening and the troop surge that followed several months later. 
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Publ.Date : Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:19:58 -0500
McCain's Iraq policy is out of touch: It may not sway many voters, but on Friday, as Barack Obama embarked on an extended trip abroad intended in large part to relieve concerns about his commander in chief bona fides, the terms of debate on Iraq began a dramatic shift that appears to favor his candidacy. [...] Saturday, the shift continued when the German magazine Der Spiegel ran an interview with Maliki in which he called for U.S. troops to withdraw “as soon as possible, as far as we're concerned. U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama talks about 16 months. That, we think, would be the right time frame for a withdrawal, with the possibility of slight changes.” [...] For the first time in the national security debate, Obama’s advisers believe that McCain has been placed on the defensive, since his reluctance to support a “time horizon” now differs not only with the position of his Democratic opponent but also with those of the White House and the Iraqi prime minister.
Publ.Date : Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:23:34 -0500
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A national monument is a protected area, similar to a national park, that is set aside by the government for preservation and public enjoyment. Generally, national monuments receive less funding and provide fewer protections to wildlife than national parks. For more information, including links to national monuments such as Mount St. Helens, the Grand Canyon, the Statue of Liberty, and Dinosaur National Monument, visit USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Tue, 08 Jul 2008 23:48:50 GMT
Visit the link at USA.gov for contact information for the major party 2008 U.S. presidential candidates and for links to their campaign headquarters.
Publ.Date : Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:10:53 GMT
A storm spotter is an individual who watches severe weather events and relays the information to a local weather agency. Anyone with an interest in public service and has access to communication such as HAM or amateur radio can join the primary volunteer group responsible for storm spotting in the U.S., known as the SKYWARN™ program. The National Weather Service administers the program and offers free classes. Visit the link at USA.gov to learn more about the program and to find out when a SKYWARN class will be conducted in your area.
Publ.Date : Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:24:58 GMT
Most lightning deaths and injuries occur when people are caught outdoors in the summer months during the afternoon and evening. If lightning is seen or heard, seek shelter immediately in a building such as a home, school, office, or shopping center because the lightning will usually travel through wiring or plumbing into the ground. Indoors, avoid showers, sinks, hot tubs, and electronic equipment such as corded phones, TVs, radios, and computers. Outdoors, stay away from tall, isolated objects such as trees, and metal objects such as fences, poles, and backpacks containing metal. For more information, visit the link at USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:34:38 GMT
Government websites offer a variety of nutritious recipes, including heart-healthy recipes, diabetes-friendly recipes, and recipes high in fruits and vegetables. In addition, the U.S. Department of Agriculture features an online recipe finder that includes un-fried chicken, cucumber salad, and peanut butter 'n' fruit-wich. For links to these resources, visit USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:54:46 GMT
McCain's Iraq policy is out of touch: It may not sway many voters, but on Friday, as Barack Obama embarked on an extended trip abroad intended in large part to relieve concerns about his commander in chief bona fides, the terms of debate on Iraq began a dramatic shift that appears to favor his candidacy. [...] Saturday, the shift continued when the German magazine Der Spiegel ran an interview with Maliki in which he called for U.S. troops to withdraw “as soon as possible, as far as we're concerned. U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama talks about 16 months. That, we think, would be the right time frame for a withdrawal, with the possibility of slight changes.” [...] For the first time in the national security debate, Obama’s advisers believe that McCain has been placed on the defensive, since his reluctance to support a “time horizon” now differs not only with the position of his Democratic opponent but also with those of the White House and the Iraqi prime minister.
Publ.Date : Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:23:34 -0500
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 JUST RELEASED! How Democrats and Progressives Can Win: Solutions from George Lakoff is a powerful tool for concerned citizens, activists, volunteers - everyone - who wants to communicate effectively. Using television news clips, graphics, and a lively interview with George Lakoff, this 25 minute DVD program will help you understand the critical role of language in today's politics and the ways you can make language work for you. This is a 'How-to' style program with a particular emphasis on this year's presidential election. The use of language to frame all the issues and political debate is what the Democrats figured out over 20 years ago - but what the Democrats have only recently discovered. Lakoff is an expert on language and on this DVD you will learn: * How conservatives were able to gain so much power * What "framing" is * How the term "tax relief" works to frame the debate over taxation * How to debate a conservative * Where have all the religious liberals have gone * Why there seem to be two Americas * How to influence a swing voter * How to 'frame' President Bush * Values win elections. Conservatives know theirs. Do you know yours? George Lakoff is one of the world's best-known linguists. He is Professor of Cognitive Science and Linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley, and a founding senior fellow at the Rockridge Institute. He is the author of the influential book, Moral Politics: How Liberals and Conservatives Think, 2nd Edition, (2002). Howard Dean calls Lakoff "one of the most influential political thinkers of the progressive movement." Lakoff's star has been rising--he is currently an advisor to John Kerry and contributed to his acceptance speech at the Democratic Convention.
Customer Review: more framing examples
What every Progressive candidate or backer needs to know. This short video should be required viewing before each time any progressive candidate speaks in public. How to express positions in a frame that reflects progressive values. For example, talk about "tax fairness" or "investment in the future". The phrase "tax relief" evokes the notion that taxes are an affliction which needs to be relieved: who could support continued infliction of such suffering? On the other hand, the tax reduction in 2003 was $400 for an average wage-earner and 1000 times that for a CEO getting 200 times the average wage. Is this fair?
Judith Miller of The New York Times talks to Charlie about journalism and the confidentiality of sources. A federal judge held her in contempt recently for refusing to disclose the identity of people she interviewed. She could face up to 18 months in jail. Her attorney Floyd Abrams joins her with attorney Zachary W. Carter and Richard Cohen of the Washington Post. Al From is the founder of the Democratic Leadership Council. He talks to Charlie about the state of the Democratic Party and the recent presidential election.
An hour with Barack Obama, one of the rising stars of the Democratic party. Obama won his Senate race in Illinois in November 2004. Charlie sat down with him later that same month for an in-depth conversation. In this rebroadcast, Barack Obama talks to Charlie about the future of the party and the experiences that have led him to the Senate.
From Baghdad, John F. Burns of The New York Times. Also, a conversation with Virginia Governor Mark Warner about his successes in Virginia and his future in politics.
 Customer Review: Not Jo Jo's Nerve
This is a good CD, but anyone looking for Jo Jo Mayer's Drum and Bass Project Nerve this is the wrong CD!!
 Celebrate America's 20th-century Chief Executives with "The Democrats," a fabulous compilation from the award-winning PBS series "The American Experience," featuring "FDR," "The Kennedys," and "LBJ." The double-disc "FDR" profiles Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the longest-serving President, who enacted the New Deal and steered the country through the Great Depression and World War II, changing American Politics in the process. "The Kennedys" focuses on one of America's most influential families (including President John F. Kennedy) and how the Kennedy dynasty evolved into the central political drama of the mid-20th century. "LBJ" is the definitive story of the "Man from Texas," President Lyndon B. Johnson, whose "take no prisoners" style of bare-knuckle politicking made him a controversial and compelling leader.
Customer Review: Ultimate documentaries regarding these Gentlemen
It is compelling and breathtaking to ride along the bumpy roads that were layed out for these Presidents through these AMERICAN EXPERIENCE DVD's. David McCullough and PBS are second to none. LBJ's segment is my particular favorite. While men with FDR and JFK's personality could be elected today... the days of men like LBJ... for good or bad... are over. He was way too animated and crude for today's candidate... which makes for wonderful recollections and storytelling found in his DVD.
Charlie Rose talks with Former National Security Advisers, Brent Scowcroft and Samuel Berger. Then, a discussion about the state of the Democratic Party with Dan Balz of The Washington Post and Mark Halperin, Political Director for ABC News. Also, Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack weighs in on the democrats and challenges facing them in 2006 and 2008.
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