Sarah Palin Goes Rogue in Rochester Nov 23, 2009
I left Borders sometime around 7:00 p.m., bid farewell to a handful of spirited men, women, and children, and began my journey back to New York City with the sense that I had witnessed the heart of a very passionate, very resilient grassroots movement that had welcomed my questions and the opportunity to voice their support of Sarah Palin, all very much touched by the fact that someone was taking the time to acknowledge their sentiments. The bottom line is that whether you like Sarah Palin or... (Human Events Online)
Investors fear repeat of 2000 election turmoil Nov 23, 2009
NEW YORK (CNN/Money) - As if near-record oil prices, a sluggish job market and jitters about the economy aren't enough, investors have been worrying about something else: another prolonged dispute over who's president after Nov. 2. QUICK VOTE. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
Miami ponders the impact of years of development Nov 23, 2009
By Damien Cave / New York Times ... And as was the case in Seattle, where the incumbent lost in a primary, and in New York, where Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg won, but not by much, the results pointed to retrenchment: Tomas Regalado, after campaigning against grand plans, beat a protege of Diaz's, Joe Sanchez, winning 72 percent of the vote ... He said he came into office in 2001 with a sense of urgency because Miami had yet to experience a revival like New York City's or Miami Beach's. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
War still a key issue for troops Nov 23, 2009
At least, let us feel we've done something," says Broberg, 26, a U.S. Army reservist who was based in Taji in 2004 and now attends UW-Milwaukee. In recent weeks, debate over the war has receded as voters focus on the economy as the top issue of the campaign, according to exit polls from various primaries. But that doesn't mean the war doesn't still weigh heavily on voters, especially in Wisconsin. Since the war began in March 2003, thousands of Wisconsin troops, including Quillen and Broberg,... (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Bolt, Richards win Athlete of the Year awards Nov 23, 2009
Gay told The Associated Press on Saturday that he wanted a 100 rematch with Bolt at the New York City meet on June 12 ... Her next main event is getting married to New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross in Austin, Texas, on her 25th birthday in February. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Voters pass amendments Nov 23, 2009
Will trying the 9/11 terrorists in a court in New York make the United States safer. Not safer. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Revolutionary War reenactor brings 18th century medicine to life Nov 22, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 22, 2009 2:13 AM EST GREENPORT In 1777, in the midst of the American War of Independence, British General John Burgoyne led a military force of 7,000 men from Canada into New York in the hopes of severing New England from the rest of the rebel colonies ... During Burgoyne s campaign through New York there were only 12 surgeons for the entire force, he said, adding that the hospital was carried on their backs. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Quacking idea Nov 22, 2009
It's the expense claim which made news in the New York Times and the Sydney Morning Herald. And it's the expense claim that has left a pervasive, lingering, ever-present cynicism here amongst most of the people I have spoken to. (BBC News -- UK)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 22, 2009
New York State must offer economic development programs that maximize our competitiveness while containing costs, focusing on strategic high-growth industries, capitalizing on our historic manufacturing backbone and offering transparency to the business community and the public. "In reporting on the Saratoga Cheese proposal, I have asked executives and board members on numerous occasions whether they think the state's recent crack down on the EZ program will negatively affect this project. Every... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
In Central America, Coups Still Trump Change Nov 22, 2009
"You can't use an election to clean the slate after a coup," says Christopher Sabatini, senior policy director at the Council of the Americas in New York City. "It just threatens to roll back democratic norms in Central America by decades.". (Time.com)
TV were thankful for Nov 22, 2009
TV we re thankful for. TV were thankful for. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
ATL mayoral candidate Mary Norwood says her African-American supporters have been threatened Nov 22, 2009
New York and Chicago have machines. Atlanta has a politcal establishment and that is totally different from a machine. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Asian-American group alleges poll problems Nov 22, 2009
Poll workers simply turned these voters away," the group said in a March letter to the office of Secretary of State William F. Galvin.The New York-based group, which plans to detail nationwide voting problems faced by Asian-Americans during a press conference today, said it found voters at 11 polling stations in Boston, Quincy, and Lowell encountered ''multiple barriers" similar to those experienced by some black and Latino voters in Florida in 2000 ... 20 The New York Times Company. (Yahoo News -- Asian Americans)
NYT: Sen. Lincoln at heart of debate Nov 22, 2009
NYT: Senator cements role at heart of debate - The New York Times- msnbc ... Luke Sharrett / The New York TimesI'm thinking about the 450,000 Arkansans who have no health insurance, Sen ... This article, first appeared in The New York Times. (MSNBC -- Politics)
LETTER: Republicans playing same old record Nov 22, 2009
Oh, and moving the trial of the terrorist accused of mastermining the 911 attacks to New York, $75 million extra for us taxpayers to foot the bill for, just for security alone, and Obama's prediction last week, we are confident he will be convicted. Confident is not good enough for this person, the odds of conviction in liberal New York, well, good luck. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Do you have questions for the U.S. Senate Democratic candidates? Nov 22, 2009
com, or send them to Rick Holmes, 33 New York Ave., Framingham, MA 01701. Loading commenting interface. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Election '09 results: Splitting the vote? Nov 22, 2009
Despite the lofty rhetoric from national political figures, it is very difficult to tell how the recent elections in Virginia, New York, and New Jersey tilted the national political landscape one way or another ... What should be more ominous for Republicans is the outcome in New York, where far-right conservatives abandoned the GOP candidate and basically split the vote. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
JIM DODSON: Just Call It the Uh-Oh Decade Nov 22, 2009
Earlier this week, both The New York Times and NPR devoted substantial newsprint and airtime to exploring how historians and professional pundits will view -- and officially name -- the decade that closes shop in a matter of weeks ... " To Each His Own I drove home thinking Carol was probably right about this. Leave it to an elementary school teacher to speak the truth to big boys. Of course, it's doubtful whether such down-to-earth wisdom can filter to the top in time to prevent the good people... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Panel shares stories on National Survivors of Suicide Day Nov 22, 2009
The quilt pictured, one of several Lifekeeper Memory Quilts that tour New York State, was created in 1998 ... In New York the number is 1,300. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
NYC TV Newsman Guilty Of Attempted Assault On Wife Nov 22, 2009
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Cable television newsman Dominic Carter, an influential reporter on New York politics, was convicted Friday of an attempted assault on his wife ... Carter's nightly "Inside City Hall" program was must-see TV for those in or interested in New York city and state politics, analysts said ... "I covered the state attorney general and chief judge of the court of the state of New York," he told the judge. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
It's The Philosophy Stupid Nov 22, 2009
Recently New York Times designated conservative columnist, David Brooks, advised Republican candidates to avoid talking about their conservative bona fides. " Instead, Mr. Brooks wrote, Republicans should talk about other things, like balanced budgets and small business-led job creation. Mr. Brooks didn t seem to understand that economic prosperity and job growth are not distinct from conservative principles. They are the result of them. This sort of muddle qualifies as cutting edge conservative... (Human Events Online)
Letter Cancer Services Program thanks partners with screening Nov 22, 2009
The Cancer Services Program of Columbia & Greene Counties is funded by the New York state Department of Health Cancer Services Program and is a program of the Healthcare Consortium. We offer free breast and cervical screenings to women over 40 years old and colon cancer screening to women and men 50 years or older. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Soccer hair-pulling fuels debate over sport sexism Nov 22, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 22, 2009 2:13 AM EST NEW YORK (AP) The vicious hair-pulling of an opponent was inexcusable ... Lambert herself, according to the New Mexico athletic department, is not giving further interviews at this stage beyond one she gave Tuesday to The New York Times in which she did suggest there is a double standard for women s sports ... NOW s O Neill said she was dismayed by some of the misogynistic sentiments directed at Lambert, who told the New York Times of one message... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Free agents in baseball means time to court, bluff Nov 22, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 22, 2009 2:13 AM EST NEW YORK (AP) It s the time of year in baseball for courting and bluffing sometimes simultaneously ... It s not a deep marketplace, but in the end you ve got some good players out there, New York Mets general manager Omar Minaya said ... Last offseason, the New York Yankees alone gave $423. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Knicks, Nets show how far NY-area hoops has fallen Nov 22, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 22, 2009 2:13 AM EST NEW YORK Micheal Ray Richardson, who played for the Knicks and the Nets, once famously declared that the ship be sinkin ... But the troubles of New York basketball aren t a joke to everyone ... Like many others, Walsh used the game to get out, then back into New York. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
College Football: Army rallies past North Texas 17-13 Nov 22, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) Vinny Esposito ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more in Albany s 41-28 win over Wagner on Saturday. The Great Danes (7-4, 6-2 Northeast Conference) led 21-14 late in the second quarter before Esposito s touchdown run of 8 yards and another from a yard out to pull away. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Religious Leaders Call for Civil Disobedience if Laws Dont Respect Christian Faith Nov 22, 2009
The document was signed by leaders ranging from evangelical leader Chuck Colson to two of the leading Catholic prelates in the U.S., Archbishop Donald Wuerl of Washington, D.C. and Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York, and calls on Christians to engage in civil disobedience to defend their doctrines ... "We argue that there is a hierarchy of issues," he told The New York Times. (Newsmax)
Palin's book tour whips up populist fervor Nov 22, 2009
"It's not bringing in a terrorist to civilian courts in New York City," Zerbini said, referring to confessed 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. "It's not raising taxes in a recession.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Second home owner votes under scrutiny Nov 21, 2009
Fingar said this time around the Republicans hired private investigators to go down to New York City and investigate absentee voters residency status and they have proof of fraud. He even said it will come out in court that they found people registered to vote in two locations at once. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Fact checking the fact check Nov 21, 2009
29-per night New York City hotel while in town for a five-hour conference, a single example that logically fails to refute Palin's claim. "We stand behind our reporting," Colford repeated. (Juneau Empire)
Report: ACORN got $200,000 in Justice Department funds Nov 21, 2009
For example, ACORN received a $20,000 sub-contract to do community outreach on crime prevention in New York. The organization that contracted with ACORN has not released the funds yet, claiming that ACORN submitted reimbursements "outside the scope of the agreement," including "fringe benefits" for the salaried staffer working on the project. (TheHill.com)
Alomar hoping for election to Hall of Fame Nov 21, 2009
Alomar, relaxed and looking fit, visited with former big league players and other participants at the New York Yankees' fantasy camp. He was with his wife, and they are building a home in the Tampa area. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Sunday on 'MTP' Nov 21, 2009
A: Most stations on the East Coast broadcast the program at 9 a.m. See the broadcast at 10:30 a.m. in New York City and Washington, D.C. ... and civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton offer their takes on the decision to put some Guantanamo Bay prisoners on trial in New York, as well as the much-discussed memoir of the former GOP vice presidential candidate. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Bridge work slated Nov 21, 2009
1 billion New York state received for highway and bridge projects under ARRA, $167 million is expected to be certified for plans in Hudson Valley communities. The Roeliff Jansen Bridge rehabilitation will include repairing or replacing deteriorated structural steel elements, replacing the structural deck and repainting. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Hoffman to Decide About N.Y. Challenge This Weekend Nov 21, 2009
Doug Hoffman will likely make a decision over the weekend about whether he will challenge the results of the special election in New York s 23rd district, the Conservative Party candidate s spokesman said. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Hoffman alleges vote tampering in Oswego County (615) Nov 21, 2009
Do you like the new design for New York state license plates unveiled last week ... Do you like the new design for New York state license plates unveiled last week ... According to Jonathan Rosen, a spokesman for a New York chapter of the group, there are no ACORN chapters in the 11-county area that forms the 23rd Congressional District. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Town Council Looks Ahead Nov 21, 2009
"We have constituents who go to Wingdale in New York state to take the railroad to New York City," Mr. Bass said. "We also have people who would use passenger rail service to get to their jobs in Norwalk and Stamford, which sometimes requires an hour-and-a-half to a two-hour commute." Mr. Bayer said that he is concerned about the level of programs being offered in the New Milford public schools after the district has had to reduce offerings recently as a result of smaller spending increases in a... (New Milford Times, CT)
John Lukacs, the Lettered Reactionary Nov 21, 2009
In 1957, in a characteristic barb, he wrote that except for a few aged Marxists huddled in New York, there are few truly international Communists left ... His articles began appearing not only in scholarly journals but in such prominent mass-circulation publications as the New York Times Magazine, Horizon, and Esquire. (The American Conservative)
Proposed Livingston Road gravel mine pushes ahead Nov 21, 2009
New York state limits a town s power to regulate and disallow mines ... Visscher said that according to the New York state Department of Transportation s design manual, a road like Livingston Road is capable of sustaining 200 to 300 of any type vehicle per hour. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
NFL players getting hooked on fantasy football Nov 21, 2009
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew (32) is tackled by New York Jets' Dwight Lowery (21) while running for a touchdown during the first quarter in East Rutherford, N.J. Sunday ... The Jaguars running back passed up a sure touchdown and took a knee before the goal line, helping seal a win against the New York Jets last Sunday ... Published: Saturday, November 21, 2009 2:13 AM EST NEW YORK (AP) Fantasy and reality collided at the 1-yard line for Maurice Jones-Drew. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
War still a key issue for troops Nov 21, 2009
At least, let us feel we've done something," says Broberg, 26, a U.S. Army reservist who was based in Taji in 2004 and now attends UW-Milwaukee. In recent weeks, debate over the war has receded as voters focus on the economy as the top issue of the campaign, according to exit polls from various primaries. But that doesn't mean the war doesn't still weigh heavily on voters, especially in Wisconsin. Since the war began in March 2003, thousands of Wisconsin troops, including Quillen and Broberg,... (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Power Authority Committee to continue under new supervisor Nov 21, 2009
According to Bujanow, the Power Committee and the Town Board are trying to accomplish procuring and installing the solar panels at no cost to the taxpayers through a New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, or NYSERDA, grant which could cover up to 100 percent of the costs involved. Bujanow did say though, that just because the grant could cover 100 percent of the costs, doesn t mean that it necessarily will, and because of this the committee plans to go to U.S. Rep. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Colombia's Uribe Urges Calm After Chavez Troops Blow Up Two Border Bridges Nov 21, 2009
Updated: New York, Nov 21 04:17 London, Nov 21 09:17 Tokyo, Nov 21 18:17. RESOURCES. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 21, 2009
New York State must offer economic development programs that maximize our competitiveness while containing costs, focusing on strategic high-growth industries, capitalizing on our historic manufacturing backbone and offering transparency to the business community and the public. "In reporting on the Saratoga Cheese proposal, I have asked executives and board members on numerous occasions whether they think the state's recent crack down on the EZ program will negatively affect this project. Every... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Fewer hate crimes in 2008, Obama's election year, data show Nov 21, 2009
Marilyn Mayo, co-director of the ADL's Center on Extremism in New York, says that anger directed at government and hate crimes don't neatly correlate ... The state of New York saw reported hate crimes decrease from 647 to 596 between 2007 and 2008, with intimidation, property damage, and assault each making up a third of the incidents. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Liberia's Taylor trial adjourned Nov 21, 2009
A380's first Europe - New York trip. Large Hadron Collider works again. (Yahoo News -- Liberia)
Reid Losing Polls at Home over Healthcare Nov 21, 2009
"In some ways, Democrats are damned if they do and damned if they don't," said Paul Light of New York University's Center for the Study of Congress. "If they don't pass it, it's a failure of achievement. If they pass it, they will have to deal with implementation, which could be problematic.". (Newsmax)
Elisabeth Hasselbeck on 'Hannity' Nov 21, 2009
What do you do you think part of it is you have this elite mentality, not just in the media, but maybe in New York, in Hollywood and Los Angeles, you know, she tells a story and I asked her about it, the first question last night ... You know, take for instance, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed getting a civilian trial here in New York City. (Fox News)
CF's Bid for Terra Advances as Shareholders Elect Slate of Board Nominees Nov 21, 2009
Updated: New York, Nov 21 04:22 London, Nov 21 09:22 Tokyo, Nov 21 18:22 ... Hopefully, the three new directors will bring some fresh perspective to Terras boardroom, CF Chief Executive Officer said after the election, which was held during Terras annual shareholder meeting in New York ... 06 at 4:15 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
UN condemns Iran on human rights Nov 21, 2009
The BBC's Barbara Plett in New York says some of those countries which did not vote for the resolution did have concerns about the state of political rights in Iran, but objected to the practice of singling out specific countries for condemnation ... First A380 lands in New York. (BBC News -- Africa)
Diane Patrick to endorse Capuano Nov 21, 2009
Pagliuca, the co-owner of the Boston Celtics, has received support from several prominent NBA players and Khazei has several endorsements from those in the entertainment business, as well as Mayor Michael Bloomberg of New York City. The four Democrats will face off in a special primary Dec. 8, and the top vote-getter will advance to a final election Jan. 19, running against the Republican nominee. (Boston Globe)
Orange rout Tar Heels 87-71 Nov 21, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 21, 2009 2:13 AM EST NEW YORK (AP) Brandon Triche and Arinze Onuaku combined for 13 points in Syracuse s 22-1 run to open the second half and the Orange went on to a 87-71 victory over No. 6 North Carolina on Friday night in the championship game of the 2K Sports Classic. The Orange (4-0) were the only unranked team in the semifinals of the tournament that benefits Coaches vs. Cancer but they left Madison Square Garden with blowout wins over No. 13 California and... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Vatican talks over Anglican plan Nov 21, 2009
BBC News - Archbishop of Canterbury meets Pope over Anglican plan. Page last updated at 05:48 GMT, Saturday, 21 November 2009. (BBC News -- UK)
Honduras interim leader may step down. Will that help President Zelaya? Nov 21, 2009
"It might give a fig leaf for certain countries already so inclined to recognize the election," says Eric Farnsworth, vice president of the Council of the Americas, a consultancy based in New York. "But otherwise I'm not sure it'll have a dramatic impact, because the key question has always been Zelaya's status, not Micheletti's. So long as the Congress won't vote on his return until after the election, the step by Micheletti is more for PR than a serious way to move the discussions forward.". (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Letter Cancer Services Program thanks partners with screening Nov 21, 2009
The Cancer Services Program of Columbia & Greene Counties is funded by the New York state Department of Health Cancer Services Program and is a program of the Healthcare Consortium. We offer free breast and cervical screenings to women over 40 years old and colon cancer screening to women and men 50 years or older. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Union Free School building facing demolition or restoration Nov 21, 2009
According to McGraw, the board has already contacted the New York state Department of Preservation to determine what it would take to get permission to demolish the structure. She did say, though, that if the historical society can come up with a feasible and monetary means of restoring the building, then it would definitely be something the board would be willing to look into. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Getting close to editor, Rudd risks paper cuts Nov 21, 2009
" Murdoch said in a recent interview that Rudd was over-sensitive to criticism.Interestingly, Rudd has maintained good relations with the rest of the Murdoch corporation, starting at the top. He had a three-hour dinner with Murdoch in New York in September. He is on good terms with Hartigan. He has friendly relations with The Australian's Canberra reporters. And, apart from a brief flare of anger at the reporting of the Godwin Grech fake email affair, he has a civil relationship with the editors... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Letters to the Editor Nov 21, 2009
The opinion piece "Dressed to kill: left me feeling riled up and misunderstood. While camo represents aggression and violence to the writer, for my family it symbolizes honor, service, humility, and sacrifice. I understand why the author, living in New York, should question the prevalence of militaristic clothing for innocent young boys. Very few people in her city are hunters, and only a small portion of the population will ever consider serving in the armed forces. But isn't it an important... (Christian Science Monitor)
Schwarzenegger Aims to Lift California's Clout Nov 21, 2009
California is just one of the nation's more populous states -- a group that includes New York, Texas, New Jersey, Illinois and Florida -- that could end up with primaries on Feb. 5. Florida legislators are engaged in an effort to move their contest up even further, to Jan. 29. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
Investors fear repeat of 2000 election turmoil Nov 21, 2009
NEW YORK (CNN/Money) - As if near-record oil prices, a sluggish job market and jitters about the economy aren't enough, investors have been worrying about something else: another prolonged dispute over who's president after Nov. 2. QUICK VOTE. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
Asian-American group alleges poll problems Nov 21, 2009
Poll workers simply turned these voters away," the group said in a March letter to the office of Secretary of State William F. Galvin.The New York-based group, which plans to detail nationwide voting problems faced by Asian-Americans during a press conference today, said it found voters at 11 polling stations in Boston, Quincy, and Lowell encountered ''multiple barriers" similar to those experienced by some black and Latino voters in Florida in 2000 ... 20 The New York Times Company. (Yahoo News -- Asian Americans)
Mets have history of hauling in hardware Nov 21, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Mets ... New York unusually absent from awards circuit in 2009 ... NEW YORK -- With acknowledgment of and apologies to Cleon Jones, Rusty Staub, Darryl Strawberry, Mike Piazza and David Wright, the Mets usually have made their bones on the mound. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
CAPITAL CULTURE: Sotomayor adds celebrity to court Nov 21, 2009
Since becoming the first Hispanic justice, Sotomayor has mamboed with movie stars, exchanged smooches with musicians at the White House and thrown out the first pitch for her beloved New York Yankees. A famous jazz composer even wrote a song about her: "Wise Latina Woman.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
'Going Rogue' Is Going Big Nov 21, 2009
NEW YORK -- "Going Rogue" is going big. Publisher HarperCollins said Friday that Sarah Palin's memoir sold 300,000 copies its first day, among the best openings ever for a nonfiction book. (Click2Houston, TX)
Union Free School building facing demolition or restoration Nov 20, 2009
According to McGraw, the board has already contacted the New York state Department of Preservation to determine what it would take to get permission to demolish the structure. She did say, though, that if the historical society can come up with a feasible and monetary means of restoring the building, then it would definitely be something the board would be willing to look into. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
