The document provides an overview of the growing Occupy Wall Street protests against economic inequality and the influence of corporations over government. It summarizes statements of support from unions and reports of military veterans joining protests to protect demonstrators. It also shares commentary criticizing the lack of accountability for financial industry executives following the 2008 crisis.
This document introduces John Walker, a talk show host who led a protest of 500,000 people at the Capitol building demanding returns from the Social Security system. The military was called in and there was violence. Walker knows he needs to keep the crowd united but fears a mob mentality. There is a disturbance and Walker's brother Kyle, along with friends Digger and Joe, insist on getting Walker to safety, explaining that the government has called in Chinese soldiers to put down the uprising in a mock invasion. They escape in a van but explosions occur, so they continue on foot through the subway tunnels.
The document discusses the US Constitution and its flaws. It questions whether those who defend the country are actually defending the Constitution itself, given that many may not have read or reflected on its flaws. It argues the Constitution needs to be replaced, and believes a transition can be made without affecting social programs. The author claims no allegiance to any political party and believes politicians only intended to help the country, not harm it.
Obama criticizes veterans who complain about paying for their own healthcare costs given that military service is voluntary. He argues that as the country faces a major financial crisis, patriotism would suggest helping reduce the national deficit rather than prioritizing only one's own interests. However, others counter that providing healthcare to undocumented immigrants while questioning support for veterans shows poor leadership.
The four police officers who testified at the first hearing of the January 6th Capitol riot described harrowing experiences of violence and racial slurs. Officer Harry Dunn recounted being called racial slurs while in uniform. Their testimony mirrored the darkness of Childish Gambino's "This is America" music video. Republicans have tried to dismiss the riot as "excitable tourists" rather than the white domestic terrorist attack that it was, as part of ongoing efforts to promote lies of white exceptionalism and erase the truth about racism in America's history. The insurrection showed that the country is at war with an ideology seeking to destroy truth and progress.
This document summarizes key concepts related to modern slavery:
1) Slavery still exists globally despite being illegal, generating $9.5 billion annually. An estimated 27 million people are enslaved today, more than ever before in history.
2) Slavery functions as a supply chain, exploiting vulnerable people for labor, sex acts, and organs. It is maintained through force, violence, and controlling people as property.
3) There are various definitions for slavery, human trafficking, labor trafficking, and sex trafficking. Trafficking involves force, fraud or coercion to exploit people for labor or commercial sex against their will.
4) Abolishing slavery requires addressing both the supply of
Le rapport de l'Etat américain sur l'esclavageitele
The document is the 2015 Trafficking in Persons Report published by the U.S. Department of State. It discusses human trafficking globally and the U.S. government's efforts to combat it. The Secretary of State's introduction emphasizes that trafficking victims are real people who have been robbed of their basic human rights. The report provides an overview of human trafficking, including sex trafficking, forced labor, debt bondage, and discusses government and private sector roles in preventing trafficking in global supply chains.
The document is a collection of 6 sources related to US imperialism in 1898. It includes an artwork depicting Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders in Cuba, a political cartoon questioning how Uncle Sam would look after the war, the platform of the American Anti-Imperialist League opposing expansion into the Philippines, and a petition against the annexation of Hawaii. The sources showcase the debate in the US over expansionism after the Spanish-American War and the occupation of the Philippines in particular. Critics argued it violated principles of self-governance and democracy, while supporters viewed it as asserting American interests abroad.
This document introduces John Walker, a talk show host who led a protest of 500,000 people at the Capitol building demanding returns from the Social Security system. The military was called in and there was violence. Walker knows he needs to keep the crowd united but fears a mob mentality. There is a disturbance and Walker's brother Kyle, along with friends Digger and Joe, insist on getting Walker to safety, explaining that the government has called in Chinese soldiers to put down the uprising in a mock invasion. They escape in a van but explosions occur, so they continue on foot through the subway tunnels.
The document discusses the US Constitution and its flaws. It questions whether those who defend the country are actually defending the Constitution itself, given that many may not have read or reflected on its flaws. It argues the Constitution needs to be replaced, and believes a transition can be made without affecting social programs. The author claims no allegiance to any political party and believes politicians only intended to help the country, not harm it.
Obama criticizes veterans who complain about paying for their own healthcare costs given that military service is voluntary. He argues that as the country faces a major financial crisis, patriotism would suggest helping reduce the national deficit rather than prioritizing only one's own interests. However, others counter that providing healthcare to undocumented immigrants while questioning support for veterans shows poor leadership.
The four police officers who testified at the first hearing of the January 6th Capitol riot described harrowing experiences of violence and racial slurs. Officer Harry Dunn recounted being called racial slurs while in uniform. Their testimony mirrored the darkness of Childish Gambino's "This is America" music video. Republicans have tried to dismiss the riot as "excitable tourists" rather than the white domestic terrorist attack that it was, as part of ongoing efforts to promote lies of white exceptionalism and erase the truth about racism in America's history. The insurrection showed that the country is at war with an ideology seeking to destroy truth and progress.
This document summarizes key concepts related to modern slavery:
1) Slavery still exists globally despite being illegal, generating $9.5 billion annually. An estimated 27 million people are enslaved today, more than ever before in history.
2) Slavery functions as a supply chain, exploiting vulnerable people for labor, sex acts, and organs. It is maintained through force, violence, and controlling people as property.
3) There are various definitions for slavery, human trafficking, labor trafficking, and sex trafficking. Trafficking involves force, fraud or coercion to exploit people for labor or commercial sex against their will.
4) Abolishing slavery requires addressing both the supply of
Le rapport de l'Etat américain sur l'esclavageitele
The document is the 2015 Trafficking in Persons Report published by the U.S. Department of State. It discusses human trafficking globally and the U.S. government's efforts to combat it. The Secretary of State's introduction emphasizes that trafficking victims are real people who have been robbed of their basic human rights. The report provides an overview of human trafficking, including sex trafficking, forced labor, debt bondage, and discusses government and private sector roles in preventing trafficking in global supply chains.
The document is a collection of 6 sources related to US imperialism in 1898. It includes an artwork depicting Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders in Cuba, a political cartoon questioning how Uncle Sam would look after the war, the platform of the American Anti-Imperialist League opposing expansion into the Philippines, and a petition against the annexation of Hawaii. The sources showcase the debate in the US over expansionism after the Spanish-American War and the occupation of the Philippines in particular. Critics argued it violated principles of self-governance and democracy, while supporters viewed it as asserting American interests abroad.
This document discusses the complex relationship between Palestinians and Israelis, who share ancestry from Abraham but are in ongoing conflict over land. It notes the Palestinians are the authentic owners of the land, while Israelis are occupiers, and suggests Israelis may find God's blessings by living peacefully in the land and not through violent wars. The document also discusses gender transformation and crimes related to weapons and organized violence.
This document summarizes the 2012 Trafficking in Persons Report. It discusses how the promise of freedom from slavery remains unfulfilled for millions around the world despite laws prohibiting slavery. It emphasizes the importance of a victim-centered approach that focuses on prevention, prosecution, and protection. Protection efforts aim to restore victims' rights and provide services to help them recover from the trauma of being trafficked. The report examines promising practices and potential pitfalls in providing victim protection. It stresses the critical role of governments in punishing traffickers through law enforcement and ensuring victims' rights are restored through comprehensive protection services.
1) Whenever there is a constructive change in society, those in power resist giving up their power and argue against the change.
2) For over 1800 years, Aristotle's teachings were accepted as truth until Galileo tested hypotheses and proved some of Aristotle's claims wrong through experimentation and observation.
3) Every new idea for positive change is met with arguments that the idea is futile, will make problems worse, or will divert resources from more important issues.
This document summarizes and responds to a column arguing that the Tea Party's commitment to personal liberty could undermine social justice and a just society if not balanced with commitments to the common good. The response argues that the column misunderstands concepts like fascism, social justice, and the common good. It asserts that true liberty is balanced by adherence to law and morality, not forced equality of outcomes, and that social justice is a Marxist rather than Christian concept. The pursuit of a just society through government enforcement will remove liberty, rather than ensure it.
Three key points:
1) Durham has had 14 homicides so far this year, with 13 victims and 13 suspects being black men. This is prompting commentary about the lack of attention to black-on-black violence.
2) The article draws comparisons to how the situation would be treated if the races of victims and suspects were reversed. It also criticizes a lack of response from community leaders.
3) The article references a 1973 Curtis Mayfield album that predicted the current situation, and includes lyrics questioning whether the black community will stand up to negative portrayals.
The document discusses the issue of sexual abuse in the United States military. It notes that approximately four in ten military women experience sexual abuse while enlisted. However, the military has done very little to address this problem and it remains largely underreported. This failure negatively impacts both current service members and veterans. Sexual abuse in the military can cause unique trauma for victims as they are often forced to continue serving alongside their abusers. It is also a leading cause of PTSD in veterans. If not addressed properly, sexual abuse will continue undermining the integrity of the military and deter future enlistment.
The document contains several news articles:
1) Iran's parliament questions President Ahmadinejad over accusations of economic mismanagement and challenging the supreme leader. This is the first time a president has been hauled before parliament in Iran.
2) A bus accident in Switzerland killed 28 people including 22 children who were returning to Belgium from a ski trip.
3) Fiji's military commander disbanded the Great Council of Chiefs, a leadership group in Fiji dating back over 130 years, reducing the council's power before eliminating it.
4) American veterans and Japanese dignitaries gathered in Iwo Jima to mark the 67th anniversary of the World War II battle that claimed over 6,800 American and
Getting kicked when you are down The criminal law and the homeless in the Uni...Conor Califf
This document discusses laws across many US cities that criminalize homelessness by prohibiting necessary activities like camping, sleeping, and begging in public. It argues these laws are ineffective and expensive, punishing people for their status rather than actions. While proponents claim the laws promote public order and reduce crime, critics argue they are inhumane, expensive, and may be unconstitutional. The document examines legal challenges the homeless could make against such laws and alternatives like housing and social programs that have proved more effective.
President Obama originally proposed requiring veterans to carry private health insurance to cover the $540 billion annual cost of treating military injuries. However, after facing significant backlash and criticism, including from comedian Jon Stewart, Obama abandoned the proposal. He expressed surprise at the magnitude of opposition, saying the volunteers knew the risks of war and should help reduce the national deficit. But providing health insurance to undocumented immigrants while requiring veterans to pay drew more criticism of mismanaging America.
Deadly but Preventable Attacks: Killings and Enforced Disappearances of Those...Amnesty India
3,500 human rights defenders have been killed worldwide since 1998
281 HRDs killed globally in 2016—a significant increase from 156 defenders killed in 2015 and 136 in 2014
48 journalists killed worldwide in 2016 according to the Committee to Protect Journalists
India among deadliest countries for defenders of rights related to land, environment
This document summarizes and criticizes a New York Times opinion article by Charles M. Blow. It argues that [1] liberals inherently dislike America because it has not achieved utopia, and Blow's article expresses disappointment in America's "failed greatness." It also claims [2] Blow and liberals ignore the trillions spent on social welfare programs as a result of failed liberal policies. And [3] an international report ranking America low on social measures ignores defense spending that maintains global security.
1) APB is a new police drama TV show set in Chicago's 13th District that features a billionaire taking over the troubled police force and implementing advanced technology to help fight crime.
2) The actors discuss their characters and experiences filming the show in Chicago, including using drones, stunts, and getting to play complicated roles involving issues like privatized law enforcement.
3) Legendary actor Ernie Hudson shares his personal thoughts on challenges facing African American communities in Chicago and a belief that more support is needed for underprivileged neighborhoods.
The Immigrantly Podcast | Understanding Refugees in the Age of COVID-19 | Vis...JacobDennis15
While there is no clear end in sight at the moment, we trust that our government, despite the sometimes, the bumbling response will find a way to deal with the humanitarian and economic fallout – free treatments, bailouts, and jobs bills. When the Federal Government's response was inadequate, our state government stepped in. It took charge, and Governor Andrew Cuomo's daily briefings provided a sense of direction to many New Yorkers and residents across the US.
The document discusses claims that were made about how legalized abortion would reduce crime rates and social problems. It summarizes evidence showing these claims were based on unsupported assumptions and did not account for abortion actually increasing out-of-wedlock births and unstable family structures, which are linked to higher crime rates. While abortion may have culled some high-risk demographics, this was more than offset by its unintended consequences of weakening social norms against premarital sex and non-marital childbearing.
The document discusses claims that were made about how legalized abortion would reduce crime rates and social problems. It summarizes evidence showing these claims were based on unsupported assumptions and did not account for abortion actually increasing out-of-wedlock births and unstable family structures, which are linked to higher crime rates. While abortion may have culled some high-risk demographics, this was more than offset by its unintended consequences of weakening social norms against premarital sex and non-marital childbearing.
Sex Trafficking Issues December 2011 giving circle pppresentationJodiBreckenridge
An intergenerational network of Vermont women have formed with the goal of supporting sustainable change for women and children around the world through funding existing non-profits. They are pooling resources to leverage donations and fund organizations that address issues of human rights, safety, health and education for those in need.
Este estudo analisa pesquisas nacionais e internacionais sobre a linguagem XBRL entre 2009-2013, comparando os temas, autores e periódicos mais relevantes. Os estudos brasileiros focam no uso do XBRL no setor público, enquanto os internacionais abordam sua adoção e difusão e a asseguração de documentos XBRL. O periódico com mais artigos é o International Journal of Accounting Information e o autor mais citado é Roger Debreceny.
The document is the 2004 annual report of the Fundação Abrinq for the Rights of Children and Adolescents, which outlines their mission to promote the defense of children's rights, lists their strategic priorities and focus areas of action such as education, special protection, and the child rights system, and highlights some of their programs and activities from the past year.
This document discusses the complex relationship between Palestinians and Israelis, who share ancestry from Abraham but are in ongoing conflict over land. It notes the Palestinians are the authentic owners of the land, while Israelis are occupiers, and suggests Israelis may find God's blessings by living peacefully in the land and not through violent wars. The document also discusses gender transformation and crimes related to weapons and organized violence.
This document summarizes the 2012 Trafficking in Persons Report. It discusses how the promise of freedom from slavery remains unfulfilled for millions around the world despite laws prohibiting slavery. It emphasizes the importance of a victim-centered approach that focuses on prevention, prosecution, and protection. Protection efforts aim to restore victims' rights and provide services to help them recover from the trauma of being trafficked. The report examines promising practices and potential pitfalls in providing victim protection. It stresses the critical role of governments in punishing traffickers through law enforcement and ensuring victims' rights are restored through comprehensive protection services.
1) Whenever there is a constructive change in society, those in power resist giving up their power and argue against the change.
2) For over 1800 years, Aristotle's teachings were accepted as truth until Galileo tested hypotheses and proved some of Aristotle's claims wrong through experimentation and observation.
3) Every new idea for positive change is met with arguments that the idea is futile, will make problems worse, or will divert resources from more important issues.
This document summarizes and responds to a column arguing that the Tea Party's commitment to personal liberty could undermine social justice and a just society if not balanced with commitments to the common good. The response argues that the column misunderstands concepts like fascism, social justice, and the common good. It asserts that true liberty is balanced by adherence to law and morality, not forced equality of outcomes, and that social justice is a Marxist rather than Christian concept. The pursuit of a just society through government enforcement will remove liberty, rather than ensure it.
Three key points:
1) Durham has had 14 homicides so far this year, with 13 victims and 13 suspects being black men. This is prompting commentary about the lack of attention to black-on-black violence.
2) The article draws comparisons to how the situation would be treated if the races of victims and suspects were reversed. It also criticizes a lack of response from community leaders.
3) The article references a 1973 Curtis Mayfield album that predicted the current situation, and includes lyrics questioning whether the black community will stand up to negative portrayals.
The document discusses the issue of sexual abuse in the United States military. It notes that approximately four in ten military women experience sexual abuse while enlisted. However, the military has done very little to address this problem and it remains largely underreported. This failure negatively impacts both current service members and veterans. Sexual abuse in the military can cause unique trauma for victims as they are often forced to continue serving alongside their abusers. It is also a leading cause of PTSD in veterans. If not addressed properly, sexual abuse will continue undermining the integrity of the military and deter future enlistment.
The document contains several news articles:
1) Iran's parliament questions President Ahmadinejad over accusations of economic mismanagement and challenging the supreme leader. This is the first time a president has been hauled before parliament in Iran.
2) A bus accident in Switzerland killed 28 people including 22 children who were returning to Belgium from a ski trip.
3) Fiji's military commander disbanded the Great Council of Chiefs, a leadership group in Fiji dating back over 130 years, reducing the council's power before eliminating it.
4) American veterans and Japanese dignitaries gathered in Iwo Jima to mark the 67th anniversary of the World War II battle that claimed over 6,800 American and
Getting kicked when you are down The criminal law and the homeless in the Uni...Conor Califf
This document discusses laws across many US cities that criminalize homelessness by prohibiting necessary activities like camping, sleeping, and begging in public. It argues these laws are ineffective and expensive, punishing people for their status rather than actions. While proponents claim the laws promote public order and reduce crime, critics argue they are inhumane, expensive, and may be unconstitutional. The document examines legal challenges the homeless could make against such laws and alternatives like housing and social programs that have proved more effective.
President Obama originally proposed requiring veterans to carry private health insurance to cover the $540 billion annual cost of treating military injuries. However, after facing significant backlash and criticism, including from comedian Jon Stewart, Obama abandoned the proposal. He expressed surprise at the magnitude of opposition, saying the volunteers knew the risks of war and should help reduce the national deficit. But providing health insurance to undocumented immigrants while requiring veterans to pay drew more criticism of mismanaging America.
Deadly but Preventable Attacks: Killings and Enforced Disappearances of Those...Amnesty India
3,500 human rights defenders have been killed worldwide since 1998
281 HRDs killed globally in 2016—a significant increase from 156 defenders killed in 2015 and 136 in 2014
48 journalists killed worldwide in 2016 according to the Committee to Protect Journalists
India among deadliest countries for defenders of rights related to land, environment
This document summarizes and criticizes a New York Times opinion article by Charles M. Blow. It argues that [1] liberals inherently dislike America because it has not achieved utopia, and Blow's article expresses disappointment in America's "failed greatness." It also claims [2] Blow and liberals ignore the trillions spent on social welfare programs as a result of failed liberal policies. And [3] an international report ranking America low on social measures ignores defense spending that maintains global security.
1) APB is a new police drama TV show set in Chicago's 13th District that features a billionaire taking over the troubled police force and implementing advanced technology to help fight crime.
2) The actors discuss their characters and experiences filming the show in Chicago, including using drones, stunts, and getting to play complicated roles involving issues like privatized law enforcement.
3) Legendary actor Ernie Hudson shares his personal thoughts on challenges facing African American communities in Chicago and a belief that more support is needed for underprivileged neighborhoods.
The Immigrantly Podcast | Understanding Refugees in the Age of COVID-19 | Vis...JacobDennis15
While there is no clear end in sight at the moment, we trust that our government, despite the sometimes, the bumbling response will find a way to deal with the humanitarian and economic fallout – free treatments, bailouts, and jobs bills. When the Federal Government's response was inadequate, our state government stepped in. It took charge, and Governor Andrew Cuomo's daily briefings provided a sense of direction to many New Yorkers and residents across the US.
The document discusses claims that were made about how legalized abortion would reduce crime rates and social problems. It summarizes evidence showing these claims were based on unsupported assumptions and did not account for abortion actually increasing out-of-wedlock births and unstable family structures, which are linked to higher crime rates. While abortion may have culled some high-risk demographics, this was more than offset by its unintended consequences of weakening social norms against premarital sex and non-marital childbearing.
The document discusses claims that were made about how legalized abortion would reduce crime rates and social problems. It summarizes evidence showing these claims were based on unsupported assumptions and did not account for abortion actually increasing out-of-wedlock births and unstable family structures, which are linked to higher crime rates. While abortion may have culled some high-risk demographics, this was more than offset by its unintended consequences of weakening social norms against premarital sex and non-marital childbearing.
Sex Trafficking Issues December 2011 giving circle pppresentationJodiBreckenridge
An intergenerational network of Vermont women have formed with the goal of supporting sustainable change for women and children around the world through funding existing non-profits. They are pooling resources to leverage donations and fund organizations that address issues of human rights, safety, health and education for those in need.
Este estudo analisa pesquisas nacionais e internacionais sobre a linguagem XBRL entre 2009-2013, comparando os temas, autores e periódicos mais relevantes. Os estudos brasileiros focam no uso do XBRL no setor público, enquanto os internacionais abordam sua adoção e difusão e a asseguração de documentos XBRL. O periódico com mais artigos é o International Journal of Accounting Information e o autor mais citado é Roger Debreceny.
The document is the 2004 annual report of the Fundação Abrinq for the Rights of Children and Adolescents, which outlines their mission to promote the defense of children's rights, lists their strategic priorities and focus areas of action such as education, special protection, and the child rights system, and highlights some of their programs and activities from the past year.
This document provides three design styles: Scandinavian Modern, Hotel Chic, and Industrial 80's. Scandinavian Modern has clean lines and natural materials while Hotel Chic has luxurious textures and neutral palettes. Industrial 80's takes on an urban warehouse look with exposed brick and pipes.
Praxair is presenting to Goldman Sachs on their growth opportunities. They have steady earnings growth from long-term contracts for industrial gases. New applications in areas like emissions control and oxy-fuel combustion are driving higher growth. Praxair is also pursuing opportunities in emerging markets like China, India, and Brazil as well as in energy markets involving hydrogen, oil sands, enhanced oil recovery, gasification, and carbon capture and storage. Praxair is well positioned in these areas due to its integrated supply model and leadership in gases and gasification technologies.
O documento lista os resultados dos recursos da primeira chamada para ingresso nos cursos de graduação da UFBA em 2015, com nomes de candidatos deferidos ou com o indeferimento mantido para cada curso.
This document lists 5 songs and their artists: Nick Jonas' "Fly with me", Sia's "Elastic Heart", Selena Gomez's "We don't talk anymore", Taylor Swift's "Wildest Dreams", and Lorde's "Magnets".
This document provides information about the upcoming 12th World Congress of Accounting Educators and Researchers taking place from November 13-15, 2014 in Florence, Italy. The summary includes:
1) The Congress will be held at Palazzo Vecchio on November 13th and the University of Florence's Social Sciences Campus on November 14-15th.
2) Over 500 accounting educators and researchers from around the world are expected to attend and participate in parallel sessions, a research forum, and social events including an opening ceremony and gala dinner.
3) The Congress will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the International Association for Accounting Education and Research (IAAER) and provide an opportunity to review
1) A BR Malls está realizando uma oferta pública de 34 milhões de ações ordinárias no Brasil e no exterior.
2) O preço por ação será fixado após a conclusão de um procedimento de coleta de intenções de investimento com investidores institucionais.
3) Os recursos líquidos da oferta global serão de aproximadamente R$580 milhões.
A ATE XVI Transmissora de Energia solicitou informações à Fundação Cultural Palmares sobre a presença de comunidades remanescentes de quilombo próximas ao traçado da Linha de Transmissão 500 kV Miracema-Sapeaçu. A Fundação Palmares respondeu que não há comunidades quilombolas certificadas ou em processo de certificação em alguns dos municípios listados, mas identificou as comunidades Mucambo em Barreiras e Prazeres em Formosa do Rio Preto, recomendando que sejam inclu
This document provides an overview and disclaimer for a presentation by SG Fleet Group. It notes that the information is general in nature and not complete or guaranteed to be accurate. It also states that the presentation does not constitute financial product advice or an offer of securities. Several key points about the company's financial data and future projections are outlined, including that past performance may not be indicative of future results. The disclaimer concludes by limiting the liability of the company and related parties regarding any forward-looking statements made in the presentation.
The document contains traffic statistics from various websites and apps. It shows the top countries/regions accessing the sites based on percentage of total sessions or pageviews. The United States is listed as the top source for traffic in many cases, accounting for 10-48% of total sessions. China, Brazil, and India are also frequently mentioned as being among the top sources of traffic.
La tecnología se define como la aplicación de conocimientos y habilidades para resolver problemas y satisfacer necesidades. La medicina es la ciencia dedicada al estudio de la vida y la salud humanas, aplicando conocimientos técnicos para el diagnóstico, tratamiento y prevención de enfermedades. Los avances tecnológicos han mejorado significativamente la medicina, permitiendo nuevos tratamientos antes imposibles como la cirugía a distancia, sensores implantables, cirugía con láser y la primera vacuna contra el Parkinson.
Esta lista musical contiene 5 canciones de diferentes artistas populares como Los Claxons, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Café Tacuva, Zoe y Los Auténticos Decadentes.
30 aug2020 antifa beyond the smoke and broken mirrors-catinomartincatino
ANTIFA and its associates, partners, and networks have created destruction and instability across the United States while challenging the very foundations of American freedom. Understanding ANTIFA’s essential strategies, operations, and tactics is critical for countering their subversive agenda which targets our political system, law enforcement community, social structures (educational, racial, and religious), freedom of speech and media, as well as our economic strengths including attacks on small business owners. Occupied Zones, Black Bloc tactics, Affinity Groups, “armed self-defense,” direct action, and dark networks will be critical subjects in this presentation.
The document provides instructions for submitting an assignment writing request to the website HelpWriting.net in 5 steps:
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The Role of Journalism in Modern America: The obligations of the Media/Press ...Ralph R. Zerbonia
The Role of Journalism in Modern America: The obligations of the Media/Press in their role of the 4th estate
A speech by Ralph R. Zerbonia, on the occasion of his being inducted into the Inaugural Class of The Youngstown Press Club Hall of Fame. September 29, 2021
Texas Common Application Essay Topic C. Online assignment writing service.Jenny Price
The document provides instructions for using the HelpWriting.net service to have essays written. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with an email and password. 2) Complete a form with assignment details and attach samples. 3) Review writer bids and choose one. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment. 5) Request revisions to ensure satisfaction, with a refund option for plagiarized work. The service aims to fully meet customer needs through high-quality, original content.
2012 Human Trafficking Report: Introduction 1/7StopTrafficking
The document discusses the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and the enduring commitment to freedom that it represents. While laws and treaties have prohibited slavery, millions of people still live in modern slavery through human trafficking. The document emphasizes that the work to combat trafficking involves not just prosecuting criminals but restoring freedom and choice to survivors. It aims to guide these efforts by sharing best practices, challenges, and evaluations of government responses.
The document is a letter from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton introducing the 2012 Trafficking in Persons Report. The summary discusses how, 150 years after the Emancipation Proclamation, 27 million people around the world remain enslaved through human trafficking. The report aims to guide global anti-trafficking efforts by analyzing government progress and innovations, and identifying areas needing strengthening. A victim-centered approach focusing on protection and empowerment is key to fulfilling the enduring promise of freedom.
This document provides instructions for writing a college application essay in 5 steps:
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The document discusses several topics related to politics and democracy:
1) A father tries to explain politics to his son by comparing their family roles to different parts of government. The son later says he understands that the president is taking advantage of the working class while the government does nothing.
2) Democracy is seen as a universal value by many around the world, and research shows it can aid development by fostering economic activity. However, some regions like the Middle East still lack democratic institutions that could help advance women's rights.
3) The speaker urges citizens to get involved in the political process through voting, as the government is facing large deficits that could lead to rising taxes if not addressed by the people working together
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The National Council for Human Rights (NCHR) submitted a report on the human rights situation in Egypt between 2010-2014 to the Universal Periodic Review Mechanism. The report summarized that Egypt witnessed political upheaval during this period including a revolution in 2011, transitional periods, and a new constitution in 2014. It noted both improvements in rights protections in new laws and constitution as well as ongoing rights issues such as torture, freedom of assembly, and fair trials. The NCHR called on the government to further amend laws to fully comply with the new constitution and international human rights standards.
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federal reserve.
1. The Daily Show-Occupy Wall
Street-Parks and
demonstration
America cannot expect a bunch of disenfranchised park-dwellers
to come up with a solution to its economic woes — they have a
political ruling class to do that.
Occupy Wall Street General
Assembly declaration
The general assembly process has produced the following
declaration from the Occupy Wall Street movement that is
spreading across the country.
As we gather together in solidarity to express a feeling of
mass injustice, we must not lose sight of what brought us
together. We write so that all people who feel wronged by the
corporate forces of the world can know that we are your
allies.
As one people, united, we acknowledge the reality: that the
future of the human race requires the cooperation of its
members; that our system must protect our rights, and upon
corruption of that system, it is up to the individuals to
protect their own rights, and those of their neighbors; that
a democratic government derives its just power from the
people, but corporations do not seek consent to extract
2. wealth from the people and the Earth; and that no true
democracy is attainable when the process is determined by
economic power. We come to you at a time when corporations,
which place profit over people, self-interest over justice,
and oppression over equality, run our governments. We have
peaceably assembled here, as is our right, to let these facts
be known.
They have taken our houses through an illegal foreclosure
process, despite not having the original mortgage.
They have taken bailouts from taxpayers with impunity, and
continue to give Executives exorbitant bonuses.
They have perpetuated inequality and discrimination in the
workplace based on age, the color of one’s skin, sex, gender
identity and sexual orientation.
They have poisoned the food supply through negligence, and
undermined the farming system through monopolization.
They have profited off of the torture, confinement, and cruel
treatment of countless animals, and actively hide these
practices.
They have continuously sought to strip employees of the right
to negotiate for better pay and safer working conditions.
They have held students hostage with tens of thousands of
dollars of debt on education, which is itself a human right.
They have consistently outsourced labor and used that
outsourcing as leverage to cut workers’ healthcare and pay.
They have influenced the courts to achieve the same rights as
people, with none of the culpability or responsibility.
They have spent millions of dollars on legal teams that look
for ways to get them out of contracts in regards to health
insurance.
They have sold our privacy as a commodity.
They have used the military and police force to prevent
freedom of the press.
They have deliberately declined to recall faulty products
endangering lives in pursuit of profit.
They determine economic policy, despite the catastrophic
3. failures their policies have produced and continue to
produce.
They have donated large sums of money to politicians, who are
responsible for regulating them.
They continue to block alternate forms of energy to keep us
dependent on oil.
They continue to block generic forms of medicine that could
save people’s lives or provide relief in order to protect
investments that have already turned a substantial profit.
They have purposely covered up oil spills, accidents, faulty
bookkeeping, and inactive ingredients in pursuit of profit.
They purposefully keep people misinformed and fearful through
their control of the media.
They have accepted private contracts to murder prisoners even
when presented with serious doubts about their guilt.
They have perpetuated colonialism at home and abroad.
They have participated in the torture and murder of innocent
civilians overseas.
They continue to create weapons of mass destruction in order
to receive government contracts.*
To the people of the world,
We, the New York City General Assembly occupying Wall Street
in Liberty Square, urge you to assert your power.
Exercise your right to peaceably assemble; occupy public
space; create a process to address the problems we face, and
generate solutions accessible to everyone.
To all communities that take action and form groups in the
spirit of direct democracy, we offer support, documentation,
and all of the resources at our disposal.
Join us and make your voices heard!
Keith Olbermann reads the declaration on Countdown
4. Occupy Wall Street campaigner
talks down Fox News
Whoever this guy is he did a great job of pointing out the
hypocrisy of some of our media. Back at ya’ Fox.
Occupy Wall Street, LA, DC,
Portland and Eugene
The #occupywallstreet campaign continues and is spreading
throughout the country and Oregon. Nobel prize winning
economist Joseph Stiglitz and Jeff Madrick stopped by Zuccotti
Park to provide encouragement and lessons in economics. The
United Steel Workers and the SEIU have joined with the Pilots
Union and the Transit Workers Union with the latter now
refusing to provide bus service to the NYPD in the event of
further arrests of the protesters. Retired and active duty
military personnel are showing up at occupation locations to
stand as the first line of defense between the protesters and
over zealous police action.
“We are the 99%” and the movement is alive here in Oregon in
Portland and Eugene.
Olbermann dedicated the bulk of his program tonight to the
campaign and plans on visiting the occupation soon.
5. Occupy Wall Street protest
may have ratcheted up a notch
As a Marine mom I am especially proud to hear these reports
that those same men and women who swore an oath to protect
this country and defend its constitution against enemies
foreign and domestic will stand to protect peaceful
campaigners for Wall Street reform.
The Occupy Wall Street movement may have just received an
unexpected surprise – United States Army and Marine troops
are reportedly on their way to various protest locations to
support the movement and to protect the protesters.
Army serviceman Ward Reilly posted the following on Facebook:
“I’m heading up there tonight in my dress blues. So far, 15
of my fellow marine buddies are meeting me there, also in
Uniform.
I want to send the following message to Wall St and
Congress:
I didn’t fight for Wall St. I fought for America. Now it’s
Congress’ turn.
My true hope, though, is that we Veterans can act as first
line of defense between the police and the protester. If they
want to get to some protesters so they can mace them, they
will have to get through the Fucking Marine Corps first.
Let’s see a cop mace a bunch of decorated war vets.
I apologize now for typos and errors. Typing this on iPhone
whilst heading to NYC. We can organize once we’re there.
6. That’s what we do best.If you see someone in uniform, gather
together.
We all took an oath to uphold, protect and defend the
constitution of this country. That’s what we will be doing.
Hope to see you there!!”
Reilly added, “Please note…this is from another veteran, NOT
ME. (I was Army, he’s a Marine)…and I am on my way to DC, not
NYC. :>) ….but this is fantastic, and he’s not a VFP
guy….just a soldier that is outraged by what we have become
in this country, as it should be.
Occupy Washington, DC link
“A LOT of veterans get it,” Reilly stated. “Only one third of
one percent of our citizens serve in the military, and we are
the ones who sacrifice MUCH, and all we ask in return is that
civilians control the people they elect. (miserable failure
so far) But …the image of police, or anyone else, pepper
spraying veterans or even confronting them, is “priceless” as
they say, and will help slap this country into seeing what we
have become.(totally insane, politically and police-state-
wise). And EXACTLY what I have requested from my brother and
sister veterans in DC Oct.6.”
Reilly added an edited statement: “I’m no longer in active
duty or in any way contractually indebted to the military.
Nor are any of my friends that are joining me.
To the officers’ of this thread: I’m aware of the potential,
maybe inevitable trouble I can get in. So too are my friends.
I don’t really care about the debate here, the upvotes, the
downvotes or anything in here really. Mental masturbation is
awesome and all. But fucking hell people get off reddit and
do something about it. The decision is made. I just figured
reddit to be a useful tool to get the attention of a good
7. amount of veterans.”
This tipping point could be the defining moment that sends
the Occupy Wall Street movement into perpetual motion.
In this writer’s opinion, these servicemen, and any other
troops who join in, are heroes, just like the everyday heroes
who have been there from day 1 along with those who are now
joining in.
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This report was filed on Democracy Now yesterday
This report was filed on Democracy Now yesterday
Occupy Wall Street movement
growing more mainstream
Major union organizations are joining the #OccupyWallStreet
protests now entering day 13 of the occupation of Zuccotti
Park in NY.
he “Occupy Wall Street” protests, now entering their third
week, are poised to get a whole lot bigger than its core of
200 to 300 people, potentially even exceeding the protesters
original goals of 20,000 demonstrators, thanks to recent
pledges of support from some of New York City’s largest labor
unions and community groups.
On Tuesday, over 700 uniformed pilots, members of the Air
Line Pilots Association, took to the streets outside of Wall
10. Street demanding better pay.
On Wednesday night, the executive board of the New York
Transit Workers Union (TWU Local 100), which represents the
city’s all-important train and bus workers, voted unanimously
to support Occupy Wall Street. TWU Local 100 counts 38,000
active members and covers 26,000 retirees, according to its
website.
The Union on Thursday used Twitter to urge members to take
part in a massive march and rally on Wednesday, Oct. 5. That
effort is being co-sponsored by another eight labor and
community outreach organizations.
Wall Street, a blunder or a
crime?
We are entering the tenth day of the peaceful occupation of
Wall Street by as many as two thousand protesters yet few of
us even know it is going on. Keith Olbermann has covered it on
Countdown at Current TV and Democracy Now has covered it but
the mainstream media have been silent. Media silence in the
past has been deemed complicity and so is the charge regarding
the high crimes committed by Wall Street bankers leading up to
2008.
The media failed us on the most crucial story of our era. Our
newspapers and TV sources contributed to an economic disaster
so cynically engineered even billionaire investor Jim Chanos
was prompted to ask, “So where are the perp walks? How long
does it take before we see any investigations? It boggles the
11. mind that $150 billion is vaporised… there haven’t been any
arrests, any indictments, nor any convictions at any major
bank or at any of the government-owned financial institutions
Fannie, Freddie and AIG.”
Matt Taibbi asked in Rolling Stone, “Why Isn’t Wall Street in
Jail?”
Nobody goes to jail. This is the mantra of the financial-
crisis era, one that saw virtually every major bank and
financial company on Wall Street embroiled in obscene
criminal scandals that impoverished millions and collectively
destroyed hundreds of billions, in fact, trillions of dollars
of the world’s wealth — and nobody went to jail. Nobody, that
is, except Bernie Madoff, a flamboyant and pathological
celebrity con artist, whose victims happened to be other rich
and famous people.
The rest of them, all of them, got off. Not a single
executive who ran the companies that cooked up and cashed
in on the phony financial boom — an industrywide scam that
involved the mass sale of mismarked, fraudulent mortgage-
backed securities — has ever been convicted. Their names by
now are familiar to even the most casual Middle American news
consumer: companies like AIG, Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers,
JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America and Morgan Stanley. Most of
these firms were directly involved in elaborate fraud and
theft. Lehman Brothers hid billions in loans from its
investors. Bank of America lied about billions in bonuses.
Goldman Sachs failed to tell clients how it put together the
born-to-lose toxic mortgage deals it was selling. What’s
more, many of these companies had corporate chieftains whose
actions cost investors billions — from AIG derivatives chief
Joe Cassano, who assured investors they would not lose even
“one dollar” just months before his unit imploded, to the
$263 million in compensation that former Lehman chief Dick
“The Gorilla” Fuld conveniently failed to disclose. Yet not
12. one of them has faced time behind bars.
Showing Wall Street what Democracy looks like
Eighty protesters were arrested this weekend and there are
claims of physical force being used by the NYPD including
using pepper spray at close range. Police retirement funds
have also been decimated by Wall Street bankers but that
hasn’t changed the perception that young college graduates
unable to get a job and pay their student loans and attending
the protest are not somehow criminals for exercising their
civil liberties.
The protesters are camping out, night after night, in an
effort to launch our own Tahrir Square in the heart of the US
financial district. Similar protests are organizing in Los
Angeles, Chicago and Denver. You can track the protest on
Twitter with the hashtag #OccupyWallStreet