April 26, 2012
April 25, 2012
SandBoxBlogs: Town Hall "Running Without An Agenda For The Next Four years"
Donald Lambro:
"WASHINGTON - President Obama has officially begun his 2012 campaign, telling special interest groups what the government will do for them if he is re-elected to a second term.
But the question many people are asking is, what else is he running on besides government handouts?
What's his second term agenda? What is he planning to do if he wins? He doesn't say.
There is no hint of a grand plan of action dealing with the mountain of unfinished problems he's left behind in the nation's capital as he piles up frequent flyer miles in hot pursuit of his singular goal: becoming a two term president.
His campaign rhetoric thus far gives us no clue that he intends to address the big problems that still need to be fixed. He knows what they are, because polls tell us what America's primary concerns are: a lackluster, slow-growth, sub-par economy, far too few jobs; a monster $1.2 trillion budget deficit, the fourth of his big spending presidency, and a $16 trillion debt by the end of this year.
But Obama isn't talking about a mediocre economy that appears to be slowing down -- again.
And he isn't talking about jobs, or bemoaning the fact that many college grads -- who this week he promised an extension of low interest student loans -- can't find a job that will allow them to pay back the government.
As for the student loan extension Obama is pushing on the campaign trail, it's interesting to note that in 2007 then-Sen. Obama missed two pivotal Senate votes on the bill that created the program.
He's embracing it now because he needs the support of younger voters to save his presidency, but he did not vote for the original bill or on final passage, and didn't bother to sign on as a co- sponsor, according to a report Tuesday by Politico....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"WASHINGTON - President Obama has officially begun his 2012 campaign, telling special interest groups what the government will do for them if he is re-elected to a second term.
But the question many people are asking is, what else is he running on besides government handouts?
What's his second term agenda? What is he planning to do if he wins? He doesn't say.
There is no hint of a grand plan of action dealing with the mountain of unfinished problems he's left behind in the nation's capital as he piles up frequent flyer miles in hot pursuit of his singular goal: becoming a two term president.
His campaign rhetoric thus far gives us no clue that he intends to address the big problems that still need to be fixed. He knows what they are, because polls tell us what America's primary concerns are: a lackluster, slow-growth, sub-par economy, far too few jobs; a monster $1.2 trillion budget deficit, the fourth of his big spending presidency, and a $16 trillion debt by the end of this year.
But Obama isn't talking about a mediocre economy that appears to be slowing down -- again.
And he isn't talking about jobs, or bemoaning the fact that many college grads -- who this week he promised an extension of low interest student loans -- can't find a job that will allow them to pay back the government.
As for the student loan extension Obama is pushing on the campaign trail, it's interesting to note that in 2007 then-Sen. Obama missed two pivotal Senate votes on the bill that created the program.
He's embracing it now because he needs the support of younger voters to save his presidency, but he did not vote for the original bill or on final passage, and didn't bother to sign on as a co- sponsor, according to a report Tuesday by Politico....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Daily Caller "Obama Foreign Policy: Our MIA president"
James Carafino:
"Does President Obama even do foreign relations anymore? To all appearances, he checked out of the global leadership scene months ago. It’s almost as though, after making the call to off Osama bin Laden, he pumped his fist and said, “That’s it. I’m done.”
Once upon a time, pundits used to speculate that a president beset with serious domestic problems would be tempted to “wag the dog” — to drum up a foreign crisis to boost his prospects of re-election. But there’s no chatter about Mr. Obama springing an October surprise. Perhaps it’s because he seems intent on doing everything possible to put the world on hold until after the election.
Certainly, that’s what he’s telling foreign leaders. Recall that embarrassing open mic moment in South Korea, when he assured Russian President Dmitry Medvedev that he could be more “flexible” on missile defense — after the election.
A Palestinian Authority official said he got the same message: Washington would push hard for Palestinian statehood, but not until after the election.
Nowadays, when Mr. Obama steps onto the world stage, he seems determined to make the least of it...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Does President Obama even do foreign relations anymore? To all appearances, he checked out of the global leadership scene months ago. It’s almost as though, after making the call to off Osama bin Laden, he pumped his fist and said, “That’s it. I’m done.”
Once upon a time, pundits used to speculate that a president beset with serious domestic problems would be tempted to “wag the dog” — to drum up a foreign crisis to boost his prospects of re-election. But there’s no chatter about Mr. Obama springing an October surprise. Perhaps it’s because he seems intent on doing everything possible to put the world on hold until after the election.
Certainly, that’s what he’s telling foreign leaders. Recall that embarrassing open mic moment in South Korea, when he assured Russian President Dmitry Medvedev that he could be more “flexible” on missile defense — after the election.
A Palestinian Authority official said he got the same message: Washington would push hard for Palestinian statehood, but not until after the election.
Nowadays, when Mr. Obama steps onto the world stage, he seems determined to make the least of it...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Iowa Republican "Romney Cruises in Five More Primary States"
Kevin Hall:
"Mitt Romney’s bid for the GOP presidential nomination took a major step forward Tuesday night. Rick Santorum’s departure from the race enabled Mitt Romney to completely dominate Tuesday’s primaries in five Northeast states. Romney garnered more than 56 percent of the vote in Connecticut, Delaware, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
His resounding victories enabled Romney to acquire almost all of the 231 delegates at stake. New York was the big prize, where 95 delegates were up for grabs. Romney now needs to pick up around 400 more delegates to reach 1,144 and surpass the threshold necessary to clinch the nomination.
The former Massachusetts governor barely campaigned in any of the states. His victory speech was delivered from New Hampshire, where he launched his presidential bid. “Everywhere I go, Americans are tired of being tired and many of those who are fortunate enough to have a job are working harder for less,” Romney said. “To all of you, I have a simple message: Hold on a little longer. A better America begins tonight.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Mitt Romney’s bid for the GOP presidential nomination took a major step forward Tuesday night. Rick Santorum’s departure from the race enabled Mitt Romney to completely dominate Tuesday’s primaries in five Northeast states. Romney garnered more than 56 percent of the vote in Connecticut, Delaware, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
His resounding victories enabled Romney to acquire almost all of the 231 delegates at stake. New York was the big prize, where 95 delegates were up for grabs. Romney now needs to pick up around 400 more delegates to reach 1,144 and surpass the threshold necessary to clinch the nomination.
The former Massachusetts governor barely campaigned in any of the states. His victory speech was delivered from New Hampshire, where he launched his presidential bid. “Everywhere I go, Americans are tired of being tired and many of those who are fortunate enough to have a job are working harder for less,” Romney said. “To all of you, I have a simple message: Hold on a little longer. A better America begins tonight.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: The Hill/Ballot Box " At tribute to Gabrielle Giffords, Democrats speak of her return to Congress"
Josh Lederman:
"The biggest names in female Democratic politics convened Tuesday for a fundraiser honoring former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.).
But rather than focus on her resignation from the House in January, Democrats spoke confidently and joyously about her eventual return to Congress....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"The biggest names in female Democratic politics convened Tuesday for a fundraiser honoring former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.).
But rather than focus on her resignation from the House in January, Democrats spoke confidently and joyously about her eventual return to Congress....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: CAIR Press Release "Subsidized college tuition for illegal aliens too expensive"
Colorado Alliance for Immigration Reform (not to be confused with CIRC):
"April 25, 2012 (Denver, CO) The pending Colorado ASSET bill, SB12-015 will give illegal aliens access to subsidized tuition rates. This bill, if passed, will displace deserving American students with foreign nationals who are not allowed to work in the United States. The bill's fiscal note inaccurately claims it will create a net gain of "up to $2.8 million" in tuition. It ignores the fact that these "slots" would have been taken by other students, some paying higher out-of-state tuition rates. The fiscal note also fails to project the future impact on K-12 expenditures and public benefit expenditures when more illegal aliens bring their children to Colorado to benefit from subsidized tuition.
Marty Lich, CAIR spokesperson said, "Even with a college degree, illegal alien students are still unlawfully present and cannot legally obtain employment. They cannot work in the State of Colorado. They can not seek employment anywhere in the US."
At a time of 7.8 percent unemployment in Colorado, this bill will displace legal workers. "This bill is a sham," said CAIR Director Stan Weekes. "Why should taxpayers subsidize displacement of their own students? Times are already tough enough for our college students - half of our college grads are jobless or underemployed."
Government projections released last month revealed that by 2020, of the 30 occupations with the largest projected number of job openings, only three will require a Bachelor's degree or higher. The Mountain West region will be most likely to see college graduates jobless or underemployed - approximately 3 out of 5 grads...." (Click title to be taken to CAIR website)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"April 25, 2012 (Denver, CO) The pending Colorado ASSET bill, SB12-015 will give illegal aliens access to subsidized tuition rates. This bill, if passed, will displace deserving American students with foreign nationals who are not allowed to work in the United States. The bill's fiscal note inaccurately claims it will create a net gain of "up to $2.8 million" in tuition. It ignores the fact that these "slots" would have been taken by other students, some paying higher out-of-state tuition rates. The fiscal note also fails to project the future impact on K-12 expenditures and public benefit expenditures when more illegal aliens bring their children to Colorado to benefit from subsidized tuition.
Marty Lich, CAIR spokesperson said, "Even with a college degree, illegal alien students are still unlawfully present and cannot legally obtain employment. They cannot work in the State of Colorado. They can not seek employment anywhere in the US."
At a time of 7.8 percent unemployment in Colorado, this bill will displace legal workers. "This bill is a sham," said CAIR Director Stan Weekes. "Why should taxpayers subsidize displacement of their own students? Times are already tough enough for our college students - half of our college grads are jobless or underemployed."
Government projections released last month revealed that by 2020, of the 30 occupations with the largest projected number of job openings, only three will require a Bachelor's degree or higher. The Mountain West region will be most likely to see college graduates jobless or underemployed - approximately 3 out of 5 grads...." (Click title to be taken to CAIR website)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Denver Post/Breaking News "Officials: Feds nab gang members in NM meth ring"
Russell Contreras:
"ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—Federal agents have arrested around two dozen suspected gang members linked to what authorities are describing as a meth and heroin ring in New Mexico.
Officials with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations are scheduled to announce details of the statewide gang roundup Wednesday at their new offices south of Albuquerque.
Homeland Security Investigations said the operation targeted known gang members in Albuquerque and Farmington near the Navajo Nation.
The roundup of gang members comes after law enforcement agencies around New Mexico have asked federal officials to assist cash-strapped departments in battling gangs, drug trafficking and weapons violations. But as federal authorities have moved into places like Roswell and Las Cruces, violent drug cartels have increased their presence in the remote area of northwest New Mexico that borders Arizona, Utah and Colorado.
Federal authorities said that by getting involved and charging criminals in federal court, they can increase the amount of prison time.
In recent months, Homeland Security agents assisted local law enforcement agencies in more than 20 criminal investigations that will be prosecuted by U.S. attorneys, said Dennis Ulrich, a deputy special agent in charge of the agency's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement......
........Since 2009, Homeland Security Investigations has added around 60 new agents to New Mexico and helped formed a number of joint task forces and multiagency groups aimed at tackling rural gangs, political corruption, drug and gun trafficking, child pornography, and human smuggling......."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010"
"ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—Federal agents have arrested around two dozen suspected gang members linked to what authorities are describing as a meth and heroin ring in New Mexico.
Officials with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations are scheduled to announce details of the statewide gang roundup Wednesday at their new offices south of Albuquerque.
Homeland Security Investigations said the operation targeted known gang members in Albuquerque and Farmington near the Navajo Nation.
The roundup of gang members comes after law enforcement agencies around New Mexico have asked federal officials to assist cash-strapped departments in battling gangs, drug trafficking and weapons violations. But as federal authorities have moved into places like Roswell and Las Cruces, violent drug cartels have increased their presence in the remote area of northwest New Mexico that borders Arizona, Utah and Colorado.
Federal authorities said that by getting involved and charging criminals in federal court, they can increase the amount of prison time.
In recent months, Homeland Security agents assisted local law enforcement agencies in more than 20 criminal investigations that will be prosecuted by U.S. attorneys, said Dennis Ulrich, a deputy special agent in charge of the agency's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement......
........Since 2009, Homeland Security Investigations has added around 60 new agents to New Mexico and helped formed a number of joint task forces and multiagency groups aimed at tackling rural gangs, political corruption, drug and gun trafficking, child pornography, and human smuggling......."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010"
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "Caloia to challenge Beeson in DA race"
(See recent related stories and recent public commentary here, here and here)
Chad Abraham:
"Saying she disagrees with the philosophy of the 9th Judicial District prosecutor’s office, a longtime Glenwood Springs lawyer is challenging the re-election bid of District Attorney Martin Beeson.
Sherry Caloia, who has practiced law for 30 years and been a Glenwood resident since 1988, said Tuesday that it was a difficult decision to enter the race.
But Beeson’s statements about the role of defense attorneys, his appeal of a judge’s sanctioning of the Aspen DA’s office and certain prosecutions she finds questionable all led to her decision to enter the race, she said.
The 9th Judicial District encompasses Pitkin, Garfield and Rio Blanco counties.
Ironically, the man she is challenging might not be the top prosecutor had it not been for efforts by Caloia and others to recall the previous district attorney, Colleen Truden, in 2005.
Caloia, 56, organized the petition drive that led to the first recall in Colorado history of a district attorney. Several deputy district attorneys, including Beeson, resigned rather than continue working with Truden. Among the criticisms of Truden were allegations of financial and ethical improprieties.
But Caloia, a defense attorney who also serves as municipal prosecutor for the towns of Basalt and Carbondale, said her efforts then were strictly on the petition effort.
“I didn’t help him get elected,” she said of Beeson, a Republican. “I think he’s a good man, and I respect him ... but I didn’t work on Martin’s campaign.”
Caloia, a longtime Democrat, said the political party in Garfield County lobbied her “very heavily” to throw her hat in the ring. But the issues are not strictly political, she said..." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Disclaimer:
Chad Abraham:
"Saying she disagrees with the philosophy of the 9th Judicial District prosecutor’s office, a longtime Glenwood Springs lawyer is challenging the re-election bid of District Attorney Martin Beeson.
Sherry Caloia, who has practiced law for 30 years and been a Glenwood resident since 1988, said Tuesday that it was a difficult decision to enter the race.
But Beeson’s statements about the role of defense attorneys, his appeal of a judge’s sanctioning of the Aspen DA’s office and certain prosecutions she finds questionable all led to her decision to enter the race, she said.
The 9th Judicial District encompasses Pitkin, Garfield and Rio Blanco counties.
Ironically, the man she is challenging might not be the top prosecutor had it not been for efforts by Caloia and others to recall the previous district attorney, Colleen Truden, in 2005.
Caloia, 56, organized the petition drive that led to the first recall in Colorado history of a district attorney. Several deputy district attorneys, including Beeson, resigned rather than continue working with Truden. Among the criticisms of Truden were allegations of financial and ethical improprieties.
But Caloia, a defense attorney who also serves as municipal prosecutor for the towns of Basalt and Carbondale, said her efforts then were strictly on the petition effort.
“I didn’t help him get elected,” she said of Beeson, a Republican. “I think he’s a good man, and I respect him ... but I didn’t work on Martin’s campaign.”
Caloia, a longtime Democrat, said the political party in Garfield County lobbied her “very heavily” to throw her hat in the ring. But the issues are not strictly political, she said..." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Disclaimer:
"Now that DA Beeson has thrown his hat in the ring for district attorney in the 9th, please take note that there will be no special treatment given to any news press surrounding his race. His articles, if they are SandBox worthy or chosen in the daily agg run-up; will be put up just like anyone else in a political race. What SandBox Commentators will continue to do, is heavily moderate his articles. We are the only news media that provides the courtesy of moderating commentary from the general public on 9th Judicial District and Mr. Beeson's articles. ) "
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "Man charged with felony after alleged heroin overdose"
Should the folks feel outrage at Chief Deputy District Attorney Arnold Mordkin's remarks regarding heroin in the Valley, or should they just feel anger?
For the past few years, as drug and related law enforcement issues have spiked in the area, avatars in commentary have been pushing hard with questions for 9th Judicial prosecutors. Such as, where are the task forces to take on these major crime problems? Why don't court officers such as Richard Nedlin know that Red Door in Aspen is it for rehab and it's on its knees with overcrowding and meager funding?
Let's give Chief Deputy Mordkin a hand with his research regarding heroin in the area. Help him get up to speed so that the next time he quotes for the press he can have some factual information to rely on:
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-grand-junction-daily.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/02/sandbox-comments-krex-news-5-heroin-use.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-steamboat-today-heroin.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-steamboat-today-charges.html
Chad Abraham:
"In Pitkin County District Court, Judge Erin Fernandez-Ely, filling in for Judge Gail Nichols, advised Lee that he is charged with felony possession of less than 4 grams of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of unlawful use of a controlled substance.
As part of his $2,500 bond, Lee will be able to travel to Southern California, where he is originally from. His next court date is June 4.
Arnold Mordkin, chief deputy district attorney, said heroin cases are unusual for the upper valley. The last local case involving the drug was that of an Aspen man who pleaded guilty to attempted distribution of a controlled substance in 2009. He was arrested after police said he provided heroin to a man visiting Aspen who died in 2008 after using that drug and cocaine.
Olson said Tuesday that heroin is not unheard of in Snowmass Village.
“We have it bubble to the surface from time to time,” he said. “Every time it does, people self-destruct pretty quickly.”
Police know the drug is used occasionally, but it’s usually not long before users overdose or are “whisked away” by family members for treatment, Olson said.
“It’s been a self-correcting problem so far but it’s also concerning,” he said. “It’s a brutal drug.” ..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
For the past few years, as drug and related law enforcement issues have spiked in the area, avatars in commentary have been pushing hard with questions for 9th Judicial prosecutors. Such as, where are the task forces to take on these major crime problems? Why don't court officers such as Richard Nedlin know that Red Door in Aspen is it for rehab and it's on its knees with overcrowding and meager funding?
Let's give Chief Deputy Mordkin a hand with his research regarding heroin in the area. Help him get up to speed so that the next time he quotes for the press he can have some factual information to rely on:
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-grand-junction-daily.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/02/sandbox-comments-krex-news-5-heroin-use.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-steamboat-today-heroin.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/03/sandboxblogs-steamboat-today-charges.html
Chad Abraham:
"In Pitkin County District Court, Judge Erin Fernandez-Ely, filling in for Judge Gail Nichols, advised Lee that he is charged with felony possession of less than 4 grams of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of unlawful use of a controlled substance.
As part of his $2,500 bond, Lee will be able to travel to Southern California, where he is originally from. His next court date is June 4.
Arnold Mordkin, chief deputy district attorney, said heroin cases are unusual for the upper valley. The last local case involving the drug was that of an Aspen man who pleaded guilty to attempted distribution of a controlled substance in 2009. He was arrested after police said he provided heroin to a man visiting Aspen who died in 2008 after using that drug and cocaine.
Olson said Tuesday that heroin is not unheard of in Snowmass Village.
“We have it bubble to the surface from time to time,” he said. “Every time it does, people self-destruct pretty quickly.”
Police know the drug is used occasionally, but it’s usually not long before users overdose or are “whisked away” by family members for treatment, Olson said.
“It’s been a self-correcting problem so far but it’s also concerning,” he said. “It’s a brutal drug.” ..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Times "Marks prevails in Jefferson County case"
What does it take to stand up, knowing you're going to have to spend your own funds and that there is a long row to hoe in front of you?
What would it take, once you made that personal and free will choice to stand, to get to the starting line and find the hurdles of bullying, intimidation, threats to your person and ability to live in peace coming straight at you? Acts against your personal free will choice that are not only unnecesary from others, they are unwarranted, shocking and could actually be criminal in nature? Acts that frighten and demean you, pushing your life into an energy you never thought you would have to know?
The former is an act of free will.
The latter is forced on you by others.
A special and public personal thank you goes out to Marilyn Marks this morning.
A woman of courage who wanted reform for her community and got so much more than she opted in for.
How good it is to see her finally be reimbursed for a portion of her expenses to cover a fight that really is....all of our fight. Yes, we imagine it is even a sweeter victory for her because she had the free will choice in the first place to take it on. Well done.
Congratulations on still yet another historic win for Marks and Colorado.
Janet Urquhart:
"ASPEN — A District Court judge has deemed election records in Jefferson County open to public review and has awarded attorney's fees to Aspen election activist Marilyn Marks, who was denied access to the information.
Judge Randall Arp, in a ruling issued Monday, directed Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Pamela Anderson to provide the records requested by Marks and rejected the clerk's claim that release of the information could violate voter rights to an anonymous ballot. Any information that could potentially lead to identification of an individual voter who cast a ballot could be redacted, Arp concluded.
Marks said Tuesday that her legal expenses in the case total about $100,000....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
What would it take, once you made that personal and free will choice to stand, to get to the starting line and find the hurdles of bullying, intimidation, threats to your person and ability to live in peace coming straight at you? Acts against your personal free will choice that are not only unnecesary from others, they are unwarranted, shocking and could actually be criminal in nature? Acts that frighten and demean you, pushing your life into an energy you never thought you would have to know?
The former is an act of free will.
The latter is forced on you by others.
A special and public personal thank you goes out to Marilyn Marks this morning.
A woman of courage who wanted reform for her community and got so much more than she opted in for.
How good it is to see her finally be reimbursed for a portion of her expenses to cover a fight that really is....all of our fight. Yes, we imagine it is even a sweeter victory for her because she had the free will choice in the first place to take it on. Well done.
Congratulations on still yet another historic win for Marks and Colorado.
Janet Urquhart:
"ASPEN — A District Court judge has deemed election records in Jefferson County open to public review and has awarded attorney's fees to Aspen election activist Marilyn Marks, who was denied access to the information.
Judge Randall Arp, in a ruling issued Monday, directed Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Pamela Anderson to provide the records requested by Marks and rejected the clerk's claim that release of the information could violate voter rights to an anonymous ballot. Any information that could potentially lead to identification of an individual voter who cast a ballot could be redacted, Arp concluded.
Marks said Tuesday that her legal expenses in the case total about $100,000....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KREX News 5 "Troopers Save Man's Life "
Kristina Kuestner:
"DENVER- Two Colorado State troopers were quick to assist a fellow airline passenger experiencing an apparent heart attack in mid-flight Tuesday.
While flying from Denver to Atlanta on a business trip, Lt. Colonel Brenda Leffler and Maj. Steve Garcia noticed a male passenger experiencing signs of cardiac distress.
Leffler quickly began performing chest compressions while the man's wife performed rescue breathing on her husband.
A flight attendant retrieved an automated external defibrillator, which Leffler and Garcia used to successfully resuscitate the man....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"DENVER- Two Colorado State troopers were quick to assist a fellow airline passenger experiencing an apparent heart attack in mid-flight Tuesday.
While flying from Denver to Atlanta on a business trip, Lt. Colonel Brenda Leffler and Maj. Steve Garcia noticed a male passenger experiencing signs of cardiac distress.
Leffler quickly began performing chest compressions while the man's wife performed rescue breathing on her husband.
A flight attendant retrieved an automated external defibrillator, which Leffler and Garcia used to successfully resuscitate the man....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KJCT News 8 "Red Cross Heroes: Local Cop Goes Above and Beyond"
Don Coleman:
"GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- As part of our month dedicated to honoring those who stand out in shaping communities across the Western Slope, a Mesa County police officer is being recognized for his involvement in law enforcement.
"I've been at sheriff's office for 13 years. It keeps me busy, keeps me out of trouble for most part."
When Sergeant Jeff Byrne began his career at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, he could not have pictured a more promising journey.
"Growing up, I always wanted to be in law enforcement. I always wanted to be a police officer."
That dream became reality in 1999 and he has not wasted one minute of the opportunity. "It's very rewarding and nice to get up in the morning knowing you're doing a job you love."
In a staff of dozens of people excelling at their jobs, Byrne stands out.
"We have a lot of 'Jacks of All Trades' here and that's what Jeff does," Sheriff Stan Hilkey said. He's a work horse and we wish we had more like him."..." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- As part of our month dedicated to honoring those who stand out in shaping communities across the Western Slope, a Mesa County police officer is being recognized for his involvement in law enforcement.
"I've been at sheriff's office for 13 years. It keeps me busy, keeps me out of trouble for most part."
When Sergeant Jeff Byrne began his career at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, he could not have pictured a more promising journey.
"Growing up, I always wanted to be in law enforcement. I always wanted to be a police officer."
That dream became reality in 1999 and he has not wasted one minute of the opportunity. "It's very rewarding and nice to get up in the morning knowing you're doing a job you love."
In a staff of dozens of people excelling at their jobs, Byrne stands out.
"We have a lot of 'Jacks of All Trades' here and that's what Jeff does," Sheriff Stan Hilkey said. He's a work horse and we wish we had more like him."..." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: SkyHi Daily "Plan calls for wildlife bridges over State Highway 9 near Kremmling"
Tonya Bina:
"The overpasses would allow for wildlife to travel on a vegetated crossing over the highway. Fencing along the overpass hidden by tall bushes and plantings would serve to create a visual barrier to deter wildlife from being spooked by traffic below, Smith said.
Such wildlife crossing have been successful in Wyoming, Nevada and Utah, he said.
To funnel wildlife to the crossings, wildlife fencing would be installed along all 10 miles of highway.
Engineers hope to have the $800,000 design phase of the project completed by October, according to Smith.
The project will then stand ready for the $35 million to $40 million construction project that could happen when funds become available.
“If a project is on the shelf, it has a really good chance for future funding,” said CDOT engineer Pete Mertes.
“We have a lot going for us,” said Region 3 Grand County Commissioner Gary Bumgarner. “We have a design on the table that's ready to go. And we have a public-private partnership; as we move forward, the higher-ups look to that favorably. ... As states get tighter, there's going to be more and more of that all the time.”
After the meeting, Bumgarner said he could not say whether Grand County would help finance construction of the project in the future. So far, the county's role has been to hold the $805,000 gift from Blue Valley Ranch and pass it through to CDOT for the design work....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"The overpasses would allow for wildlife to travel on a vegetated crossing over the highway. Fencing along the overpass hidden by tall bushes and plantings would serve to create a visual barrier to deter wildlife from being spooked by traffic below, Smith said.
Such wildlife crossing have been successful in Wyoming, Nevada and Utah, he said.
To funnel wildlife to the crossings, wildlife fencing would be installed along all 10 miles of highway.
Engineers hope to have the $800,000 design phase of the project completed by October, according to Smith.
The project will then stand ready for the $35 million to $40 million construction project that could happen when funds become available.
“If a project is on the shelf, it has a really good chance for future funding,” said CDOT engineer Pete Mertes.
“We have a lot going for us,” said Region 3 Grand County Commissioner Gary Bumgarner. “We have a design on the table that's ready to go. And we have a public-private partnership; as we move forward, the higher-ups look to that favorably. ... As states get tighter, there's going to be more and more of that all the time.”
After the meeting, Bumgarner said he could not say whether Grand County would help finance construction of the project in the future. So far, the county's role has been to hold the $805,000 gift from Blue Valley Ranch and pass it through to CDOT for the design work....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Craig Daily Press "Supreme Court sides with Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado "
Joe Moylan:
"A lawsuit challenging the Colorado Public Utilities Commission’s approval of an implementation plan for House Bill 10-1365, also known as the Clean Air, Clean Jobs Act, will be heard in Denver District Court.
The state supreme court ruled Monday to uphold the rights of the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado to question the validity of an agreement between the PUC and the Public Service Company of Colorado following passage of the bill.
PSC is a subsidiary of Xcel Energy, Inc., established in December 2010.
“We are very pleased that the Colorado Supreme Court has today made clear the AGNC’s right to have its day in court,” said Mike Sampson, Garfield County Commissioner and AGNC chairman in a news release...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"A lawsuit challenging the Colorado Public Utilities Commission’s approval of an implementation plan for House Bill 10-1365, also known as the Clean Air, Clean Jobs Act, will be heard in Denver District Court.
The state supreme court ruled Monday to uphold the rights of the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado to question the validity of an agreement between the PUC and the Public Service Company of Colorado following passage of the bill.
PSC is a subsidiary of Xcel Energy, Inc., established in December 2010.
“We are very pleased that the Colorado Supreme Court has today made clear the AGNC’s right to have its day in court,” said Mike Sampson, Garfield County Commissioner and AGNC chairman in a news release...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "ACRA to leave U.S. Chamber"
(See related stories, more links to related and public commentary here, here and here)
Andrew Travers:
"The press and public were not allowed at the chamber retreat. The bulk of the meeting allegedly addressed ACRA’s strategic plan and preparing for an upcoming change in board leadership. Donnie Lee, general manager of The Gant, will be taking over as board chair....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Andrew Travers:
"The press and public were not allowed at the chamber retreat. The bulk of the meeting allegedly addressed ACRA’s strategic plan and preparing for an upcoming change in board leadership. Donnie Lee, general manager of The Gant, will be taking over as board chair....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KREX News 5 "Colorado Town Makes List of 'Best Small Towns'"
Why isn't Glenwood Springs tourism marketing capitalizing on all that the entire State of Colorado has to offer?
This is a day and age where families, if they have decided to spend precious funds on a vacation, are going to not stay in just one place. They are going to experience all they can that is family oriented.
Regional tourism marketing and promotion is the key to success.
Congratulations to the City of Durango for capturing not just one small town label but the whole enchilada.
Christina Marrazza:
"DURANGO, Colo.- A Western Colorado town has earned a spot on a list of "Best Small Towns in America."
The list, compiled by Smithsonian Magazine, features towns with tons of culture and a population under 25,000.
Durango earned the No. 6 spot on the list. With a population of nearly 17,000, the old railroad and mining town celebrates life Western-style.
Its lamp-post lined historic district, "Music in the Mountains" festival and a theater showcasing both melodrama and vaudeville are all reasons it was selected...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
This is a day and age where families, if they have decided to spend precious funds on a vacation, are going to not stay in just one place. They are going to experience all they can that is family oriented.
Regional tourism marketing and promotion is the key to success.
Congratulations to the City of Durango for capturing not just one small town label but the whole enchilada.
Christina Marrazza:
"DURANGO, Colo.- A Western Colorado town has earned a spot on a list of "Best Small Towns in America."
The list, compiled by Smithsonian Magazine, features towns with tons of culture and a population under 25,000.
Durango earned the No. 6 spot on the list. With a population of nearly 17,000, the old railroad and mining town celebrates life Western-style.
Its lamp-post lined historic district, "Music in the Mountains" festival and a theater showcasing both melodrama and vaudeville are all reasons it was selected...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Market Watch "Samuel Adams' Brewing the American Dream Provides Funding and Coaching for Denver's Small Businesses"
Press Release:
"As part of the Denver expansion, The Boston Beer Company also announced the region's first loan recipients, all of whom are small businesses that were unable to secure financing through traditional lenders. Initial Denver recipients include:
-- BIG DADDY'S SPORTS BAR -- Opening in Glenwood Springs, Big Daddy's Sports Bar is the brainchild of Laura Warren, a sports enthusiast and restaurant-industry veteran who realized there were no true sports bars in the area. Unable to secure funding through traditional lenders she turned to Samuel Adams' Brewing the American Dream for the capital necessary to purchase signage, equipment, and help renovate the space. Scheduled to open in late April, Big Daddy's expects to initially hire 19 staff members.
-- TACO CENTER -- Ricardo Barba just purchased a lanchera, or food truck, specializing in tacos thanks to Brewing the American Dream. Born in California to Mexican parents, he's been part of the food service industry all his life in all sorts of capacities but realized what he really wanted was to be his own boss. He faced numerous hurdles while trying to work with various traditional lenders to secure funding for his truck but then found Brewing the American Dream, and within 14 days received his loan.
The owners of both businesses will also have the opportunity to participate in business education seminars sponsored by Brewing the American Dream. Through a series of speed coaching events -- the first of which will be held on April 25, at the Mi Casa Resource Center -- business owners will work with Samuel Adams employees across a number of functional areas (i.e. marketing, sales, accounting, graphic design, etc.) for professional mentoring and coaching to improve and expand their businesses....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"As part of the Denver expansion, The Boston Beer Company also announced the region's first loan recipients, all of whom are small businesses that were unable to secure financing through traditional lenders. Initial Denver recipients include:
-- BIG DADDY'S SPORTS BAR -- Opening in Glenwood Springs, Big Daddy's Sports Bar is the brainchild of Laura Warren, a sports enthusiast and restaurant-industry veteran who realized there were no true sports bars in the area. Unable to secure funding through traditional lenders she turned to Samuel Adams' Brewing the American Dream for the capital necessary to purchase signage, equipment, and help renovate the space. Scheduled to open in late April, Big Daddy's expects to initially hire 19 staff members.
-- TACO CENTER -- Ricardo Barba just purchased a lanchera, or food truck, specializing in tacos thanks to Brewing the American Dream. Born in California to Mexican parents, he's been part of the food service industry all his life in all sorts of capacities but realized what he really wanted was to be his own boss. He faced numerous hurdles while trying to work with various traditional lenders to secure funding for his truck but then found Brewing the American Dream, and within 14 days received his loan.
The owners of both businesses will also have the opportunity to participate in business education seminars sponsored by Brewing the American Dream. Through a series of speed coaching events -- the first of which will be held on April 25, at the Mi Casa Resource Center -- business owners will work with Samuel Adams employees across a number of functional areas (i.e. marketing, sales, accounting, graphic design, etc.) for professional mentoring and coaching to improve and expand their businesses....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KREX News 5 "New Fruita Trails Open In Time For Fat Tire Festival"
17 years as one of the most popular mountain bike events in the Rockies. Congratulations to the Fat Tire Festival!
Danielle Kreutter:
"FRUITA, Colo.- The Bureau of Land Management and several other community organizations have teamed up to add two new singletrack trails, "Pump Track" and "Zip Off," in Fruita for mountain bikers to enjoy.
The plan to add more trails to the North Fruita Desert has been years in the making.
"These sort of things take quite a bit of time and effort and partnership from various other groups besides the BLM," said Michelle Bailey, BLM assistant field manager.
One of those groups, Fruita Singletracks, is now playing a role in building these new trails now that funds have been reached.
"Fruita Singletracks has been raising funds for this, COPMOBA raised funds, there has been donations from all around," said Greg Mazu of Singletrack Trails.
Now construction can begin just in time for the annual mountain bike festival in Fruita...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Danielle Kreutter:
"FRUITA, Colo.- The Bureau of Land Management and several other community organizations have teamed up to add two new singletrack trails, "Pump Track" and "Zip Off," in Fruita for mountain bikers to enjoy.
The plan to add more trails to the North Fruita Desert has been years in the making.
"These sort of things take quite a bit of time and effort and partnership from various other groups besides the BLM," said Michelle Bailey, BLM assistant field manager.
One of those groups, Fruita Singletracks, is now playing a role in building these new trails now that funds have been reached.
"Fruita Singletracks has been raising funds for this, COPMOBA raised funds, there has been donations from all around," said Greg Mazu of Singletrack Trails.
Now construction can begin just in time for the annual mountain bike festival in Fruita...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: USMCZen "Your moment of Zen"
Catching up on the inbox and posted comments since last evening, along with the wide range of news stories in today's aggregate roundup; 'SandBox Nanny' has the overwhelming urge to find an odd mix of warriors and pacifists somewhere out there in avatar land. Just to make it through your day in one piece...
My goodness. Such a wide range of emotions and expressed sentiments you all have, 'kids'...
To start that kind of a day, she has decided to call on the watchful eye of retired US Marine Kevin McIntyre. For her very own 'Moment of Zen".
All photo credit (click title for more): Kevin McIntyre
My goodness. Such a wide range of emotions and expressed sentiments you all have, 'kids'...
To start that kind of a day, she has decided to call on the watchful eye of retired US Marine Kevin McIntyre. For her very own 'Moment of Zen".
All photo credit (click title for more): Kevin McIntyre
April 24, 2012
SandBoxBlogs: Town Hall/Chuck Norris "Soros and Obama vs. Sheriff Joe Arpaio"
Chuck Norris:
"...Of course, if you mention the term sheriff at the moment, most thoughts go racing to Arizona and Maricopa County's 20-year sheriff, Joe Arpaio, and his plight with the feds and fight against illegal immigration.
Regardless of the fact that there are a plethora of amazing sheriffs across the country doing incredible work subduing lawbreakers and keeping their counties clean of mischief, the mainstream media, or MSM, are working double time with the federal government to make sure that when you think of sheriffs, the picture painted in your mind is one of runaway renegades -- badged outlaws on the loose.
Despite how you feel about Sheriff Joe's personal conduct, government suspicions or the severity of criminal discipline, there is no doubt that the feds' entanglements into his affairs are a massive overreach of local and state laws and jurisdictions. It is pathetic that President Barack Obama, as well as the entire left-wing progressive establishment, is in a multimillion-dollar smear campaign to discredit and take down Sheriff Joe, as the sheriff's own re-election website proclaims, because he has "led the fight in Arizona against illegal immigration."
Rush Limbaugh was right in recently calling out the MSM's bias against Sheriff Joe in that not a single left-wing news source has reported that the sheriff has received repeated online death threats by an avid Obama supporter. But a year ago, when then-Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was shot by a madman, the MSM were quick to incriminate any right-wing sources, including polemical innuendoes on former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's and Limbaugh's websites, for contributing to the killing spree on that dark, tragic Arizona day.
My question is this: If there isn't any credence to the left-wing's demonizing and entrapment of Sheriff Joe Arpaio, then why would billionaire progressive George Soros spend millions of dollars on anti-Arpaio campaigns and pledge millions more to defeat the toughest U.S. sheriff's re-election?..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"...Of course, if you mention the term sheriff at the moment, most thoughts go racing to Arizona and Maricopa County's 20-year sheriff, Joe Arpaio, and his plight with the feds and fight against illegal immigration.
Regardless of the fact that there are a plethora of amazing sheriffs across the country doing incredible work subduing lawbreakers and keeping their counties clean of mischief, the mainstream media, or MSM, are working double time with the federal government to make sure that when you think of sheriffs, the picture painted in your mind is one of runaway renegades -- badged outlaws on the loose.
Despite how you feel about Sheriff Joe's personal conduct, government suspicions or the severity of criminal discipline, there is no doubt that the feds' entanglements into his affairs are a massive overreach of local and state laws and jurisdictions. It is pathetic that President Barack Obama, as well as the entire left-wing progressive establishment, is in a multimillion-dollar smear campaign to discredit and take down Sheriff Joe, as the sheriff's own re-election website proclaims, because he has "led the fight in Arizona against illegal immigration."
Rush Limbaugh was right in recently calling out the MSM's bias against Sheriff Joe in that not a single left-wing news source has reported that the sheriff has received repeated online death threats by an avid Obama supporter. But a year ago, when then-Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was shot by a madman, the MSM were quick to incriminate any right-wing sources, including polemical innuendoes on former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's and Limbaugh's websites, for contributing to the killing spree on that dark, tragic Arizona day.
My question is this: If there isn't any credence to the left-wing's demonizing and entrapment of Sheriff Joe Arpaio, then why would billionaire progressive George Soros spend millions of dollars on anti-Arpaio campaigns and pledge millions more to defeat the toughest U.S. sheriff's re-election?..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KWES News West 9 "Mexico pres front-runner opposes legalizing drugs"
Now, Pena Nieto has SandBox support for election to the office of Presidente'.
Remind yourself of some of current Mexican Presidente' Felipe Calderon's beliefs, consequences and policies:
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2011/10/sandbox-comments-cns-news-mexican.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/01/sandbox-comments-intellectual.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/04/sandboxblogs-hot-air-blog-why-shouldnt.html
KATHERINE CORCORAN:
"MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico's presidential front-runner opposes legalizing drugs, saying in an interview Monday that the idea is too "simplistic" to fight narcotics trafficking in the violence-plagued country.
Remind yourself of some of current Mexican Presidente' Felipe Calderon's beliefs, consequences and policies:
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2011/10/sandbox-comments-cns-news-mexican.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/01/sandbox-comments-intellectual.html
http://sandboxcommentators.blogspot.com/2012/04/sandboxblogs-hot-air-blog-why-shouldnt.html
KATHERINE CORCORAN:
"MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico's presidential front-runner opposes legalizing drugs, saying in an interview Monday that the idea is too "simplistic" to fight narcotics trafficking in the violence-plagued country.
Enrique Pena Nieto said allowing the use of so-called soft drugs would only open the door to abusing harder substances.
"So far no one has convinced me that this is the solution," he said in an interview with The Associated Press. "It seems to be the answer for those who don't see another way to reduce violence. But I favor a debate and evaluating the arguments people are making about the subject in different parts of the world."
Pena Nieto, who as governor of Mexico's most populous state was considered a pragmatist focusing on public works, said he would focus as president on reducing violence over fighting drug cartels.
The 45-year-old candidate for the Institutional Revolutionary Party said he would strengthen police, create a single state police force and fight money-laundering - the same methods as President Felipe Calderon, whose conservative National Action Party is trailing Pena Nieto heading toward the July 1 national elections.
Pena Nieto couldn't name one major distinction between his security strategy and Calderon's, saying only that the government's offensive against organized crime hasn't produced the necessary results. More than 47,500 people have died in drug-related violence since Calderon launched his attack upon taking office in December 2006.
"I would be about results," Pena Nieto said. "We have to look at the policies and make some adjustments in the objectives."
He added that he would at least start out following the Merida Initiative, the U.S. plan that has dedicated more than $1 billion in equipment and training to Mexico to fight organized crime....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Right Scoop "ZoNation: Ted Nugent gets a visit from the Secret Service. So when will the Secret Service visit Eminem?"
I try to stay away from watching the worst of hate rhetoric in politics. All these news articles and videos, tweets and comments that are out there. The music videos, pundits..it just seems to never end and I can see nothing positive in any of it.
Once in awhile, when something happens that triggers a rash of violent speech, there arises out of the cess pool a story that helps, in my view, to get the point across that there is a serious imbalance out there in how the media reports factual content.
The Rush Limbaugh and Sandra Fluke contention was one such story.
Expertly stood up to by Rush and mirrored back to the left.
When one keeps a score card, just for the sake of verifying 'which side' is really the majority antagonizer; one finds the answer is the liberal side. Especially with the obstructions provided to them against the conservative side through the use of mainstream media.
Next up in the volatile content arena in the race to the White House 2012; is rocker Ted Nugent. An icon to those of us who graduated high school in the 1970's, Nugent has found himself once again in hot water because of his outspoken tendency to 'tell it like it is'.
Earning himself a visit from the Secret Service recently, the resulting outrage throughout the nation (actually turning global from the looks of things, Nugent is truly an icon) has finally wound up to the point that 'SandBox Nanny' has been waiting for.
"What about Eminem? When are the feds going to come down on the 'music-terror' pumped out by rocker Eminem?"
Sounds like the battle cry of conservative (and many liberal women as well) women over not receiving their 'phone call from the President' like Sandra Fluke received, doesn't it? From the looks of things out there at this time, Nugent's fans are doing as expert of a job as Rush and Newt have as they've taken on the biased media this election season.
You will need to click title on over to Scoop's site in order to watch the ZoNation video. I do not want it embed here on SandBox. It is troubling content but keen in its accurate perceptions.
A must watch.
Scoop:
"Ted Nugent, the Motor City Madman, engaged in hyperbole when discussing President Obama. Eminem and Common said some horrible things about President Bush. So why did the Nuge get a visit from the Secret Service, but not Eminem or Common? Hear what Zo thinks as he explains the double standard that allows liberals to engage in aggressive speech, but not conservatives....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Once in awhile, when something happens that triggers a rash of violent speech, there arises out of the cess pool a story that helps, in my view, to get the point across that there is a serious imbalance out there in how the media reports factual content.
The Rush Limbaugh and Sandra Fluke contention was one such story.
Expertly stood up to by Rush and mirrored back to the left.
When one keeps a score card, just for the sake of verifying 'which side' is really the majority antagonizer; one finds the answer is the liberal side. Especially with the obstructions provided to them against the conservative side through the use of mainstream media.
Next up in the volatile content arena in the race to the White House 2012; is rocker Ted Nugent. An icon to those of us who graduated high school in the 1970's, Nugent has found himself once again in hot water because of his outspoken tendency to 'tell it like it is'.
Earning himself a visit from the Secret Service recently, the resulting outrage throughout the nation (actually turning global from the looks of things, Nugent is truly an icon) has finally wound up to the point that 'SandBox Nanny' has been waiting for.
"What about Eminem? When are the feds going to come down on the 'music-terror' pumped out by rocker Eminem?"
Sounds like the battle cry of conservative (and many liberal women as well) women over not receiving their 'phone call from the President' like Sandra Fluke received, doesn't it? From the looks of things out there at this time, Nugent's fans are doing as expert of a job as Rush and Newt have as they've taken on the biased media this election season.
You will need to click title on over to Scoop's site in order to watch the ZoNation video. I do not want it embed here on SandBox. It is troubling content but keen in its accurate perceptions.
A must watch.
Scoop:
"Ted Nugent, the Motor City Madman, engaged in hyperbole when discussing President Obama. Eminem and Common said some horrible things about President Bush. So why did the Nuge get a visit from the Secret Service, but not Eminem or Common? Hear what Zo thinks as he explains the double standard that allows liberals to engage in aggressive speech, but not conservatives....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Town Hall "Something Rotten in the State"
Pat Buchanan:
"With the number of Secret Service members and agents caught up in the partying-with-prostitutes scandal in Cartagena now at a dozen, and six already gone, how much wider and deeper does this go?
No one can take pleasure in seeing Secret Service agents -- whose deserved reputation is that they will "take a bullet" for the president, his family and all whom they protect -- shamed and disgraced.
Yet one would have to be naive to believe this was some isolated incident. No sooner was the first day's work done in Cartagena than 20 hookers were trooping into the hotel rooms of SS agents, supervisors and members of the military advance team.
And Sen. Charles Grassley asks a relevant question.
As the Secret Service travel and work in close contact with the White House Advance Office and White House Communications Agency, was the Obama staff oblivious to this misconduct? If they were aware of it, did no one report it to the White House chief of staff?
Hostile intelligence services often use "honey traps" to ensnare U.S. diplomats and journalists. Thus this hookers-and-agents scandal is no laughing matter.
And it hit just as we learned that the General Services Administration, purchasing agent for the U.S. government, shelled out $823,000 on a party for 300 employees at a casino-spa in Las Vegas, where the hired entertainment included a mind reader, a clown and a $75,000 bicycle-building exercise.
Jeff Neeley, the GSA western regional commissioner, invoked the Fifth Amendment rather than testify to Congress about what is now being investigated as criminal misconduct.
President Obama's appointee to head GSA, Martha Johnson, has resigned.
Infinitely larger in terms of the tax dollars looted or lost is the Solyndra scandal, where a green technology company favored by the White House went belly up after receiving an endorsement visit from Obama and an astonishing half-billion dollars in federal loan guarantees.
These events all point to a culture of entitlement born of a belief that now that the Democratic Party, the Party of Government, is again running the government, we can "let the good times roll" once more....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"With the number of Secret Service members and agents caught up in the partying-with-prostitutes scandal in Cartagena now at a dozen, and six already gone, how much wider and deeper does this go?
No one can take pleasure in seeing Secret Service agents -- whose deserved reputation is that they will "take a bullet" for the president, his family and all whom they protect -- shamed and disgraced.
Yet one would have to be naive to believe this was some isolated incident. No sooner was the first day's work done in Cartagena than 20 hookers were trooping into the hotel rooms of SS agents, supervisors and members of the military advance team.
And Sen. Charles Grassley asks a relevant question.
As the Secret Service travel and work in close contact with the White House Advance Office and White House Communications Agency, was the Obama staff oblivious to this misconduct? If they were aware of it, did no one report it to the White House chief of staff?
Hostile intelligence services often use "honey traps" to ensnare U.S. diplomats and journalists. Thus this hookers-and-agents scandal is no laughing matter.
And it hit just as we learned that the General Services Administration, purchasing agent for the U.S. government, shelled out $823,000 on a party for 300 employees at a casino-spa in Las Vegas, where the hired entertainment included a mind reader, a clown and a $75,000 bicycle-building exercise.
Jeff Neeley, the GSA western regional commissioner, invoked the Fifth Amendment rather than testify to Congress about what is now being investigated as criminal misconduct.
President Obama's appointee to head GSA, Martha Johnson, has resigned.
Infinitely larger in terms of the tax dollars looted or lost is the Solyndra scandal, where a green technology company favored by the White House went belly up after receiving an endorsement visit from Obama and an astonishing half-billion dollars in federal loan guarantees.
These events all point to a culture of entitlement born of a belief that now that the Democratic Party, the Party of Government, is again running the government, we can "let the good times roll" once more....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Summit County Citizens Voice "Colorado to revamp wildfire response"
Bob Berwyn:
"SUMMIT COUNTY —Scrambling to beef up the state’s response capability at the start of what could be a long, hot fire season, Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper said Monday he’ll ask the State Legislature to shake up the agencies charged with responding to public safety emergencies.
“So often we see turf battles … we didn’t see that … pretty much everyone came to the table and said what is the best thing we can do for the state of Colorado,” Hickenlooper said at a press conference announcing the planned changes.
An initial review of the Lower North Fork Fire found no blame with state agencies, but questions about the management of the emergency response surfaced in the wake of the fire.
Referring to the potential for a dangerous wildfire season, Hickenlooper said the changes could take effect by early summer, with current structures in place until then, along with a “heightened sense of what kind of response we might need,” he said.
The first review board looked at the prescribed fire managed by the Colorado Forest Service that escaped and triggered the destructive Lower North Fork Fire. That review resulted in some specific recommendations for updating prescribed fire policies and management.
The second review team was charged with developing written recommendations to enhance and define accountability and responsibility for firefighting activities by the State of Colorado.
“We need one central point of accountability and responsibility when it comes to state actions in fighting wildfires in Colorado,” Hickenlooper said. “These suggested changes will enhance coordination among all state agencies involved in emergency situations and result in a single point of command when dispatching resources and personnel.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"SUMMIT COUNTY —Scrambling to beef up the state’s response capability at the start of what could be a long, hot fire season, Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper said Monday he’ll ask the State Legislature to shake up the agencies charged with responding to public safety emergencies.
Based on the recommendations of a review panel, Hickenlooper said he’ll propose legislation that would put the Division of Emergency Management and wildfire resources at the Colorado State Forest Service under the authority of the Colorado Department of Public Safety.
“So often we see turf battles … we didn’t see that … pretty much everyone came to the table and said what is the best thing we can do for the state of Colorado,” Hickenlooper said at a press conference announcing the planned changes.
An initial review of the Lower North Fork Fire found no blame with state agencies, but questions about the management of the emergency response surfaced in the wake of the fire.
Referring to the potential for a dangerous wildfire season, Hickenlooper said the changes could take effect by early summer, with current structures in place until then, along with a “heightened sense of what kind of response we might need,” he said.
The first review board looked at the prescribed fire managed by the Colorado Forest Service that escaped and triggered the destructive Lower North Fork Fire. That review resulted in some specific recommendations for updating prescribed fire policies and management.
The second review team was charged with developing written recommendations to enhance and define accountability and responsibility for firefighting activities by the State of Colorado.
“We need one central point of accountability and responsibility when it comes to state actions in fighting wildfires in Colorado,” Hickenlooper said. “These suggested changes will enhance coordination among all state agencies involved in emergency situations and result in a single point of command when dispatching resources and personnel.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: KREX News 5 "Governor Hickenlooper Congratulates Mesa County"
A special thank you goes out again to Sheriff Stan Hilkey and the Mesa County Sheriff's Dept. for participating in this new training and implementing what you learn into day-to-day law enforcement.
(See related story and public comments here)
Jordan Sherman:
"GRAND JUNCTION, COLO.-Mesa County Commissioners shared a letter from Governor Hickenlooper Monday morning at their county commissioner meeting.
The letter, dated March 30, congratulated Mesa County for being selected in the Evidence-Based Decision Making in Local Justice Systems pilot program........." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
(See related story and public comments here)
Jordan Sherman:
"GRAND JUNCTION, COLO.-Mesa County Commissioners shared a letter from Governor Hickenlooper Monday morning at their county commissioner meeting.
The letter, dated March 30, congratulated Mesa County for being selected in the Evidence-Based Decision Making in Local Justice Systems pilot program........." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "Will district attorney Martin Beeson’s candidacy end up in court?"
Mid-morning update:
A 'sort of' thank you goes out to "Beeson Anonymous #41" for the email tip and personal request to post the following update:
Local attorney Sherry Caloia has entered the race against Martin Beeson for the 9th Judicial District Attorney seat. Caloia was instrumental in getting Beeson petition eligible and elected in his coup over Colleen Truden roughly eight years ago. Information confirmed on Sec of State website.
Good luck to both candidates.
____________________________________________________
(See related story here and disclaimer below)
This...is the reason we wait for the higher standard in investigative reporting that comes off the Aspen Daily News. We do it for the subject content and people. For the communities that are affected by the report. We do it so that there is less spin and greater trust.
Comment ability is now open on the news of DA Beeson's candidacy being highly likely challenged and placed before state courts to decide legitimacy.
Thank you to Carolyn Sackariason. Up on the Aspen Daily News.
"Ninth Judicial District Attorney Martin Beeson appears to be eligible to run for re-election, based on an opinion from the Colorado Attorney General’s office, but his candidacy could end up in the courts.......
.........Once he is certified, opponents have five days to challenge his place on the ballot in Denver district court.
Tom Silverman, a defense attorney in Glenwood Springs who is a former deputy DA, municipal judge and prosecutor, has considered challenging Beeson’s eligibility but has made no decisions. He added that he expects it will be challenged in court by someone.
Silverman argues that there is no legal precedent regarding the attorney general’s opinion.
“The attorney general opinion is not binding on any court,” Silverman wrote in an email. “It also was not written for this situation, it dealt with appointed DAs and has never been accepted by any court.”
Silverman added that as a conservative, Beeson would typically take a position that courts should strictly construe the law. The state constitution in this case says the top prosecutor is not eligible to hold the office, he said.
“Strict construction is not convenient so Beeson is going with ‘judicial legislation,’ or ‘legislating from the bench,’ hoping the court will say that the two-term limitation strictly stated is not what the constitutional amendment means. ... His first elected term of three years should not count because it wasn’t four years,” Silverman wrote. “That construction is nowhere in the amendment.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Truth goes through three stages. First it is ridiculed. Then it is violently opposed. Finally, it is accepted as self-evident."
Disclaimer:
A 'sort of' thank you goes out to "Beeson Anonymous #41" for the email tip and personal request to post the following update:
Local attorney Sherry Caloia has entered the race against Martin Beeson for the 9th Judicial District Attorney seat. Caloia was instrumental in getting Beeson petition eligible and elected in his coup over Colleen Truden roughly eight years ago. Information confirmed on Sec of State website.
Good luck to both candidates.
____________________________________________________
(See related story here and disclaimer below)
This...is the reason we wait for the higher standard in investigative reporting that comes off the Aspen Daily News. We do it for the subject content and people. For the communities that are affected by the report. We do it so that there is less spin and greater trust.
Comment ability is now open on the news of DA Beeson's candidacy being highly likely challenged and placed before state courts to decide legitimacy.
Thank you to Carolyn Sackariason. Up on the Aspen Daily News.
"Ninth Judicial District Attorney Martin Beeson appears to be eligible to run for re-election, based on an opinion from the Colorado Attorney General’s office, but his candidacy could end up in the courts.......
.........Once he is certified, opponents have five days to challenge his place on the ballot in Denver district court.
Tom Silverman, a defense attorney in Glenwood Springs who is a former deputy DA, municipal judge and prosecutor, has considered challenging Beeson’s eligibility but has made no decisions. He added that he expects it will be challenged in court by someone.
Silverman argues that there is no legal precedent regarding the attorney general’s opinion.
“The attorney general opinion is not binding on any court,” Silverman wrote in an email. “It also was not written for this situation, it dealt with appointed DAs and has never been accepted by any court.”
Silverman added that as a conservative, Beeson would typically take a position that courts should strictly construe the law. The state constitution in this case says the top prosecutor is not eligible to hold the office, he said.
“Strict construction is not convenient so Beeson is going with ‘judicial legislation,’ or ‘legislating from the bench,’ hoping the court will say that the two-term limitation strictly stated is not what the constitutional amendment means. ... His first elected term of three years should not count because it wasn’t four years,” Silverman wrote. “That construction is nowhere in the amendment.”...." (Read more? Click title)
"Truth goes through three stages. First it is ridiculed. Then it is violently opposed. Finally, it is accepted as self-evident."
Disclaimer:
"Now that DA Beeson has thrown his hat in the ring for district attorney in the 9th, please take note that there will be no special treatment given to any news press surrounding his race. His articles, if they are SandBox worthy or chosen in the daily agg run-up; will be put up just like anyone else in a political race. What SandBox Commentators will continue to do, is heavily moderate his articles. We are the only news media that provides the courtesy of moderating commentary from the general public on 9th Judicial District and Mr. Beeson's articles. )"
SandBoxBlogs: Vail Daily "Civil lawsuit related to Vail Four Seasons construction wraps up Friday"
The criminal acts of tortuous interference and unjust enrichment are all too often casually brushed aside by prosecutors and law enforcement as 'civil criminal' acts. In so many cases in the elite, custom construction world; there couldn't be anything further from the truth.
Project after project, no matter what the scale, sees owners, developers and investors clawing over each other in order to add one more dollar to their own personal bottom lines. The builders, trades, vendors, professionals and workers in their path are discarded as collateral damage. No matter that their businesses, lives, relationships are often destroyed; their characters, reputations and confidence are often shattered as well.
There is nothing worse than pure, unadulterated greed in an owner or developer. With the exception of those rare breeds that also combine ego, power and often brute political force on top of their greed lust.
The plans on Four Seasons weighed a combined total of nearly 300 lbs. It took, for something as detailed and all encompassing as painting and wall coverings both interior and exterior; nearly four months to do full takeoffs on. And that was for nearly every trade as well and counts as the 'free' time one puts in just to bid the job.
The Four Seasons project was troubled with changing hands from day one. When Layton stepped in, those who were experienced enough in that kind of rodeo arena knew they could trust that their backs were looked after and many returned to the table to enter bid vetting.
Here's to the men and women of Layton Construction. You are of stellar character. Your loyalty, your courage to stay the course and your unwavering support of the difference between right and wrong is unsurpassed in the Colorado resort construction scene. You are welcome in Colorado anytime.
May you not only prevail and finally get your paychecks on Friday.
May you also be vindicated.
Randy Wyrick:
"EAGLE — After almost a year, this week lawyers will stop dancing the Four Seasons fandango.
The most expensive and extensive case in Eagle County history is expected to end Friday. Like most civil disputes, this one's about money — lots and lots of money. It's a story about great big numbers and a great big hotel, although the hotel itself — The Four Seasons Vail — has nothing to do with the lawsuits related to its construction.......
.........“Layton had hundreds of people and millions of dollars invested. Did it occur to you that they were also at risk?” asked Holt.
Layton says the designers and architects were responsible for changes and, therefore, the cost overruns. Layton made changes without her permission, Baek said.
“It is demoralizing and of great concern to everyone working on the job to have to finance the work we are performing for your benefit,” Layton's attorneys wrote......
.........As for Judge Gannett, who likens the Four Seasons case to James Joyce's “Ulysses” — large and panoramic — he calls it “a very complex epic.”
He's paying close attention to each of the millions of details. He must. Tens of millions of dollars could potentially change hands based on his decision...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Project after project, no matter what the scale, sees owners, developers and investors clawing over each other in order to add one more dollar to their own personal bottom lines. The builders, trades, vendors, professionals and workers in their path are discarded as collateral damage. No matter that their businesses, lives, relationships are often destroyed; their characters, reputations and confidence are often shattered as well.
There is nothing worse than pure, unadulterated greed in an owner or developer. With the exception of those rare breeds that also combine ego, power and often brute political force on top of their greed lust.
The plans on Four Seasons weighed a combined total of nearly 300 lbs. It took, for something as detailed and all encompassing as painting and wall coverings both interior and exterior; nearly four months to do full takeoffs on. And that was for nearly every trade as well and counts as the 'free' time one puts in just to bid the job.
The Four Seasons project was troubled with changing hands from day one. When Layton stepped in, those who were experienced enough in that kind of rodeo arena knew they could trust that their backs were looked after and many returned to the table to enter bid vetting.
Here's to the men and women of Layton Construction. You are of stellar character. Your loyalty, your courage to stay the course and your unwavering support of the difference between right and wrong is unsurpassed in the Colorado resort construction scene. You are welcome in Colorado anytime.
May you not only prevail and finally get your paychecks on Friday.
May you also be vindicated.
Randy Wyrick:
"EAGLE — After almost a year, this week lawyers will stop dancing the Four Seasons fandango.
The most expensive and extensive case in Eagle County history is expected to end Friday. Like most civil disputes, this one's about money — lots and lots of money. It's a story about great big numbers and a great big hotel, although the hotel itself — The Four Seasons Vail — has nothing to do with the lawsuits related to its construction.......
.........“Layton had hundreds of people and millions of dollars invested. Did it occur to you that they were also at risk?” asked Holt.
Layton says the designers and architects were responsible for changes and, therefore, the cost overruns. Layton made changes without her permission, Baek said.
“It is demoralizing and of great concern to everyone working on the job to have to finance the work we are performing for your benefit,” Layton's attorneys wrote......
.........As for Judge Gannett, who likens the Four Seasons case to James Joyce's “Ulysses” — large and panoramic — he calls it “a very complex epic.”
He's paying close attention to each of the millions of details. He must. Tens of millions of dollars could potentially change hands based on his decision...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Grand Junction Daily Sentinel "Resort ready to show off new look"
Mike Wiggins:
"Gateway Canyons Resort is preparing to lift the curtain on portions of a $20 million renovation just as the weather begins to warm and the busy tourist season appears on the horizon.
The highlights include the refurbishing and rebranding of the Dolores River Inn as the Kayenta Lodge, the introduction of a mobile kitchen that will operate out of a remodeled trailer and the conversion of the resort’s gas station into a landscaped, covered entrance to the 225-acre property. The new lodge and mobile kitchen are expected to open May 1.
The project is the first launched under new management company Noble House Hotels and Resorts, although Allison Grassetti, the resort’s director of sales and marketing, said the construction, along with a recent expansion in programs, is tied more to resort founder John Hendricks’ desire to connect guests with the area’s history and maintain a broad public appeal....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Gateway Canyons Resort is preparing to lift the curtain on portions of a $20 million renovation just as the weather begins to warm and the busy tourist season appears on the horizon.
The highlights include the refurbishing and rebranding of the Dolores River Inn as the Kayenta Lodge, the introduction of a mobile kitchen that will operate out of a remodeled trailer and the conversion of the resort’s gas station into a landscaped, covered entrance to the 225-acre property. The new lodge and mobile kitchen are expected to open May 1.
The project is the first launched under new management company Noble House Hotels and Resorts, although Allison Grassetti, the resort’s director of sales and marketing, said the construction, along with a recent expansion in programs, is tied more to resort founder John Hendricks’ desire to connect guests with the area’s history and maintain a broad public appeal....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Steamboat Today " Jimmy Westlake: The Crow and the Cup"
"There’s a single Greek legend that links all three of these constellations together. In it, Corvus is the beloved pet bird of the sun god Apollo, whose day job was driving the fiery chariot of the sun across the sky. One hot summer day, Apollo grew very thirsty and sent his beautiful white-feathered bird Corvus to fetch a drink of water from a nearby well. The bird flew off with the best of intentions, carrying Apollo’s cup, but along the way to the well, Corvus was distracted by a fig tree and stopped to eat his fill of the sweet fruit. Realizing that he had tarried too long and that his master would be angry, Corvus concocted an alibi. He scooped up a scrawny little water snake in his beak, and flew back to Apollo with the empty cup, explaining that the water snake had prevented him from reaching the well. Apollo was furious at this feeble lie and cursed the bird so severely that his white feathers turned jet black. He then tossed all three — the Crow the Cup and the Water Snake — into the sky and transformed them into stars. There, Corvus the Crow suffers eternal thirst as Hydra the Water Snake prevents him from drinking any water from the Crater the Cup.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Jimmy Westlake teaches astronomy and physics at Colorado Mountain College’s Alpine Campus. Check out his website at http://www.jwestlake.com./..." (Read more? Click title)
SandBoxBlogs: Summit County Citizens Voice "Morning photo: Landscape studies"
All credit: Bob Berwyn
April 23, 2012
SandBoxBlogs: Glenwood Springs Post Independent "Linman to face Martin for Garfield commissioner seat"
Sonja Linman...is the most absolutely perfect candidate to go up against John Martin.
Sonja is perfect for the job, she is an amazing person of keen perception, high intelligence and the epitome of good 'ol fashioned common sense. When you know Sonja, it is tough to find words to cover how terrific she is. Excellent choice, GarCo Dem's.
'SandBox Nanny' could not be more thrilled (and stunned) that she is diving in to local politics. Garfield County is very, very fortunate to have such a candidate step up.
Say YES to Sonja Linman for Garfield County Commissioner.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Sonja is perfect for the job, she is an amazing person of keen perception, high intelligence and the epitome of good 'ol fashioned common sense. When you know Sonja, it is tough to find words to cover how terrific she is. Excellent choice, GarCo Dem's.
'SandBox Nanny' could not be more thrilled (and stunned) that she is diving in to local politics. Garfield County is very, very fortunate to have such a candidate step up.
Say YES to Sonja Linman for Garfield County Commissioner.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Right Scoop "Bolton: Obama taking credit for killing bin-Laden is like Nixon taking credit for landing on the moon"
Scoop:
"Bolton weighs in on Obama taking credit for Bush’s successes with regard to the killing of bin-Laden, saying that the only thing Obama really did was get out of the way. The intelligence that led us to bin-Laden came from the very thing Obama railed against and thus banned when becoming president, enhanced interrogations. So for him to take credit for killing bin-Laden, Bolton says, is like Nixon taking credit for America landing on the moon...." (Watch the video? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Bolton weighs in on Obama taking credit for Bush’s successes with regard to the killing of bin-Laden, saying that the only thing Obama really did was get out of the way. The intelligence that led us to bin-Laden came from the very thing Obama railed against and thus banned when becoming president, enhanced interrogations. So for him to take credit for killing bin-Laden, Bolton says, is like Nixon taking credit for America landing on the moon...." (Watch the video? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Summit Daily News "Debra Irvine: A silver lining in politics?"
Actually, Ms. Irvine.
Voters are most likely to put all of your points into the lowest category of priority when choosing a candidate.
What the folks really want is the right person for the job. Not that person's personality or political skills. And since character, values and morals are also not part of the job and in this day and age of political enviros nearly impossible to see up front? They put all that into the category of spin the bottle.
After doing some digging, I think your campaign would be well-advised to climb down off the moral high-horse and focus on letting us all know what and how you intend to do the job you're seeking. Along that path you may want to go back and revisit what people have actually been saying about you. I think you will see that there has been far less attacks on your 'character' than you think there have been.
just sayin.
Debra Irvine:
"Frequently people remind me, “You have to have a thick skin in be in politics.”
That's not enough — you have to have a strong core.
If you are contemplating running for office, think long and hard. If you want to run because you have a message to get out or for personal gain, think again. In fact, spare us all and forget about it.
I ran for state representative in 2010 because I wanted to make a difference in our district. To offer a different way of helping create jobs, setting our children on a path with quality education and improving the economic landscape of our district and Colorado. My reason for running for state representative for HD61 in the 2012 election remains constant.
Recently there have been public attacks on my character. Some people have said, “That's what you should expect when you run for office.”
No. You should not. Civility should not be a thing of the past. Doing the “right thing” shouldn't be either...."
(Read more? Click title)
Voters are most likely to put all of your points into the lowest category of priority when choosing a candidate.
What the folks really want is the right person for the job. Not that person's personality or political skills. And since character, values and morals are also not part of the job and in this day and age of political enviros nearly impossible to see up front? They put all that into the category of spin the bottle.
After doing some digging, I think your campaign would be well-advised to climb down off the moral high-horse and focus on letting us all know what and how you intend to do the job you're seeking. Along that path you may want to go back and revisit what people have actually been saying about you. I think you will see that there has been far less attacks on your 'character' than you think there have been.
just sayin.
Debra Irvine:
"Frequently people remind me, “You have to have a thick skin in be in politics.”
That's not enough — you have to have a strong core.
If you are contemplating running for office, think long and hard. If you want to run because you have a message to get out or for personal gain, think again. In fact, spare us all and forget about it.
I ran for state representative in 2010 because I wanted to make a difference in our district. To offer a different way of helping create jobs, setting our children on a path with quality education and improving the economic landscape of our district and Colorado. My reason for running for state representative for HD61 in the 2012 election remains constant.
Recently there have been public attacks on my character. Some people have said, “That's what you should expect when you run for office.”
No. You should not. Civility should not be a thing of the past. Doing the “right thing” shouldn't be either...."
(Read more? Click title)
SandBoxBlogs: Washington Post Politics "Arizona immigration law: Supreme Court again examines federal power"
Robert Barnes:
"The Supreme Court will conclude one of its most significant and controversial terms in decades by taking on one more issue that has divided the nation: Arizona’s crackdown on illegal immigrants.
The court’s final oral argument on Wednesday — Arizona v. United States — provides yet another chance for the justices to confront fundamental questions about the power of the federal government. And the rulings the court will issue between now and the end of June could dramatically alter the nation’s election-year landscape...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"The Supreme Court will conclude one of its most significant and controversial terms in decades by taking on one more issue that has divided the nation: Arizona’s crackdown on illegal immigrants.
The court’s final oral argument on Wednesday — Arizona v. United States — provides yet another chance for the justices to confront fundamental questions about the power of the federal government. And the rulings the court will issue between now and the end of June could dramatically alter the nation’s election-year landscape...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Customs and Border Protection "Gang Members, Wanted Felon Arrested"
"Tucson, Ariz. – Four criminals from Mexico were apprehended by Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents in separate incidents during the past week.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Last weekend, Border Patrol agents arrested an 18-year-old Mexican national who admitted to being a Sureno 13 gang member during an interview at the Naco Border Patrol station. The individual faces removal for illegally entering the United States.
In separate incidents, Casa Grande agents apprehended a member of the MS-13 gang who, according to immigration records, was deported under a removal order in 2006 from Atlanta. He now faces prosecution for illegal re-entry. The second individual, a male Mexican national, was identified as having an active felony warrant for a controlled substance trafficking charge in Las Vegas. He was turned over to Pima County Sheriff’s Deputies for extradition.
Yesterday, Ajo Station agents apprehended a group of illegal aliens north of Blankenship, Ariz. During processing, one male Mexican national admitted to being a Sureno gang member. Criminal history checks revealed several convictions including Carrying a Loaded Firearm and being Illegally Present in the United States. He now faces formal removal proceedings for illegal re-entry.
The Border Patrol strives to keep dangerous individuals from reaching local communities. All individuals appended undergo a criminal history check using the Integrated Automated Fingerprints Identification System, allowing agents to quickly identify and classify violent criminals and wanted persons.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Citizens can report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol and remain anonymous by calling (877) 872-7435 toll free.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws."
SandBoxBlogs: Opposing Views "US Soldiers Kevin Corley & Samuel Walker Helped Mexican Drug Cartel"
Well, I guess I'm finally going to have to pick a news source on this story. It is a difficult one because it is just so hard to put one's arms around members of our military allegedly being part of drug cartel activity.
Up, down, over and down south on the Colorado Springs Gazette and the Colorado Springs Independent; the coverage on this one has been poor. Everyone lacking in details, including TV and radio outlets.
'Opposing Views' has a very liberal bent in its avatar community which doesn't aid the dynamic of this conservative bent forum to have a measure of positive interaction. We have quite a few liberals who frequent SandBox, but they are rarely what would normally be called extremists.
With that said, there is often excellent reporting and blogging that comes off 'Opposing Views'.
On the 27th of March, they did the best job I've seen yet on this story. At best, the interaction between hubs, if dialogue gets started, will be interesting.
Zach Lisabeth:
"The Mexican drug war continues to rage south of the border, and it's drawing in some unlikely participants.
Two U.S. Army soldiers were among three American men busted this week in a drug trafficking sting that targeted one of Mexico's most violent and notorious cartels - the Zetas.
Kevin Corley, 29 (left in photo), and Samuel Walker, 28 (right in photo), both of Colorado Springs, Colorado, were arrested by federal Drug Enforcement agents after a firefight that resulted in the fatal shooting of a third American, Jerome Corley. Jerome and Kevin Corley were cousins.
According to the Daily News, a DEA agent shot Jerome Corley on Saturday in Laredo, Texas, where he was working alongside Kevin Corley and Samuel Walker as the Zetas' hired killers.
Kevin Corley previously served in Afghanistan with the U.S. Army and was discharged on March 13, according to a Pentagon spokeswoman. Walker was an active-duty sergeant stationed at Fort Carson in Denver, Colorado.
As incongruous as the employment arrangement sounds, the Zetas are no strangers to military personnel.
Their criminal syndicate was founded by a group of elite Mexican troops that deserted to work on behalf of a Gulf cartel based just south of the Texas border.
Soon after the desertion, the Zetas left the Gulf cartel to begin their own operation that has been classified as well-armed and extremely violent. In the past few years, the Zetas cartel has been responsible for drug trafficking, kidnapping and extortion, according to the Daily News.
The DEA began the sting operation that eventually brought down Walker and the Corleys in January of 2011. Around that time, two men in South Carolina revealed to undercover agents posing as Zetas that Kevin Corley would be able to procure for them illegal automatic weapons for a price...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Up, down, over and down south on the Colorado Springs Gazette and the Colorado Springs Independent; the coverage on this one has been poor. Everyone lacking in details, including TV and radio outlets.
'Opposing Views' has a very liberal bent in its avatar community which doesn't aid the dynamic of this conservative bent forum to have a measure of positive interaction. We have quite a few liberals who frequent SandBox, but they are rarely what would normally be called extremists.
With that said, there is often excellent reporting and blogging that comes off 'Opposing Views'.
On the 27th of March, they did the best job I've seen yet on this story. At best, the interaction between hubs, if dialogue gets started, will be interesting.
Zach Lisabeth:
"The Mexican drug war continues to rage south of the border, and it's drawing in some unlikely participants.
Two U.S. Army soldiers were among three American men busted this week in a drug trafficking sting that targeted one of Mexico's most violent and notorious cartels - the Zetas.
Kevin Corley, 29 (left in photo), and Samuel Walker, 28 (right in photo), both of Colorado Springs, Colorado, were arrested by federal Drug Enforcement agents after a firefight that resulted in the fatal shooting of a third American, Jerome Corley. Jerome and Kevin Corley were cousins.
According to the Daily News, a DEA agent shot Jerome Corley on Saturday in Laredo, Texas, where he was working alongside Kevin Corley and Samuel Walker as the Zetas' hired killers.
Kevin Corley previously served in Afghanistan with the U.S. Army and was discharged on March 13, according to a Pentagon spokeswoman. Walker was an active-duty sergeant stationed at Fort Carson in Denver, Colorado.
As incongruous as the employment arrangement sounds, the Zetas are no strangers to military personnel.
Their criminal syndicate was founded by a group of elite Mexican troops that deserted to work on behalf of a Gulf cartel based just south of the Texas border.
Soon after the desertion, the Zetas left the Gulf cartel to begin their own operation that has been classified as well-armed and extremely violent. In the past few years, the Zetas cartel has been responsible for drug trafficking, kidnapping and extortion, according to the Daily News.
The DEA began the sting operation that eventually brought down Walker and the Corleys in January of 2011. Around that time, two men in South Carolina revealed to undercover agents posing as Zetas that Kevin Corley would be able to procure for them illegal automatic weapons for a price...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Colorado Springs Gazette "Little-known law pays Vietnam vets for ailments"
"When Ralph Bozella came home from Vietnam in 1972, he was happy he’d survived and was ready to get on with life. Because he had escaped any serious wounds in combat, he never gave a thought to disabilities.
Four decades later, his time in Vietnam is haunting his health.
But thanks to a little-known law, he is receiving thousands of dollars a month in disability pay and free health care for a common heart problem that he may have contracted when exposed to Agent Orange and other chemicals used to kill vegetation and expose the enemy....."
Read more: http://www.gazette.com/articles/vietnam-137341-came-pays.html#ixzz1ssq7xYR2
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Four decades later, his time in Vietnam is haunting his health.
But thanks to a little-known law, he is receiving thousands of dollars a month in disability pay and free health care for a common heart problem that he may have contracted when exposed to Agent Orange and other chemicals used to kill vegetation and expose the enemy....."
Read more: http://www.gazette.com/articles/vietnam-137341-came-pays.html#ixzz1ssq7xYR2
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Coloradoan "Arrest provides Fort Collins man catalyst for leaving gang life"
Robert Allen:
"By age 9, Anthony DiBenedetto was wearing blue and running with Sureño gang members.
At age 22, he was harboring a first-degree murder fugitive when the Fort Collins SWAT team arrived at the third-floor apartment he shared with his six-months-pregnant wife on West Elizabeth Street.
He hung up on the negotiator about 3 a.m. Then there was a flashbang. Then tear gas.
"It was like a war zone," DiBenedetto said of the January 2008 incident. "Glass was breaking everywhere."
Having nowhere to go, everyone surrendered, walking downstairs into an array of riot gear with red, gun-mounted lasers pointing at them.
"I was screaming and yelling, 'My wife's pregnant! My wife's pregnant!' and I heard back, somebody said, 'Well you should have thought about that,'" said DiBenedetto, now 27....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"By age 9, Anthony DiBenedetto was wearing blue and running with Sureño gang members.
At age 22, he was harboring a first-degree murder fugitive when the Fort Collins SWAT team arrived at the third-floor apartment he shared with his six-months-pregnant wife on West Elizabeth Street.
He hung up on the negotiator about 3 a.m. Then there was a flashbang. Then tear gas.
"It was like a war zone," DiBenedetto said of the January 2008 incident. "Glass was breaking everywhere."
Having nowhere to go, everyone surrendered, walking downstairs into an array of riot gear with red, gun-mounted lasers pointing at them.
"I was screaming and yelling, 'My wife's pregnant! My wife's pregnant!' and I heard back, somebody said, 'Well you should have thought about that,'" said DiBenedetto, now 27....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Summit Daily News "In Breckenridge, women now lead fire, police departments"
This is wonderful!
I am reminded of Steamboat Springs Cmdr. of the USS Higgins Nicole Shue and her work with women in military.
Thank you all, ladies!
Caddie Nath with photo credit to Kay Beaton:
"Last year when Lori Miller was named chief of the Red, White and Blue Fire Protection District, she was an anomaly: the first and only female fire chief of an all-career department in Colorado.
But, in Breckenridge at least, she seems to have started a trend as more and more women join her ranks among the town's top leadership.
Last month, Shannon Haynes became Breckenridge's police chief when former chief Rick Holman was promoted to the post of assistant town manager. Haynes is the only female police chief in Summit County.
Just a few weeks later, voters put Wendy Wolfe up alongside Jennifer McAtamney on the town council, giving Breckenridge the most female representation its had since 1994.
“I think it will be great for this town,” Wolfe said of the rise in lady leaders in Breck. “I think it's important to inspire woman to do that, because they do have the skill set.”
They're off to a strong start....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
I am reminded of Steamboat Springs Cmdr. of the USS Higgins Nicole Shue and her work with women in military.
Thank you all, ladies!
Caddie Nath with photo credit to Kay Beaton:
"Last year when Lori Miller was named chief of the Red, White and Blue Fire Protection District, she was an anomaly: the first and only female fire chief of an all-career department in Colorado.
But, in Breckenridge at least, she seems to have started a trend as more and more women join her ranks among the town's top leadership.
Last month, Shannon Haynes became Breckenridge's police chief when former chief Rick Holman was promoted to the post of assistant town manager. Haynes is the only female police chief in Summit County.
Just a few weeks later, voters put Wendy Wolfe up alongside Jennifer McAtamney on the town council, giving Breckenridge the most female representation its had since 1994.
“I think it will be great for this town,” Wolfe said of the rise in lady leaders in Breck. “I think it's important to inspire woman to do that, because they do have the skill set.”
They're off to a strong start....." (Read more? Click title)
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "Mountain Rescue Aspen extracts stranded paraplegic snowmobiler"
Please remember to do an annual purchase of a CORSAR card for you and everyone in your family. Remembering all of our regional Search and Rescue volunteers when you are looking for someplace to charitable donate your cash to, is always deeply appreciated.
Familiarizing yourself with their experienced advice before you head out there is always the best idea.
These men and women are true heroes and rise far above even our public servants. They volunteeer their lives and skills to rescue you. Thank you so much to all the men and women of Mountain Rescue Aspen for your service.
Two Mountain Rescue Aspen members and Wright left from the base of Aspen Mountain on two snowmobiles around 12:15 a.m. Sunday, according to the press release, which was issued by the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office Sunday morning.
“Due to the risks to rescuers, nighttime search and rescue operations are rare and are usually only taken on in cases of serious injury or illness,” according to the release. “However, due to the potential risk of frostbite or other cold-related injury to Murray, a night time rescue was deemed acceptable.”
By 2 a.m., Wright was able to guide rescuers to Murray’s location, and they arrived back at the base of Aspen Mountain at 3:20 a.m., according to the release.
Both Wright and Murray praised the efficiency, kindness and professionalism of the Mountain Rescue team. They said it was the first and hopefully the last time they will need to call on the agency’s services.
They acknowledged that some might think them foolish to set out on a backcountry snowmobile trip alone, but they said on that particular day, no one was available to join them. With in-town highs in the upper 60s Saturday, most have given up on winter activities, Murray said. They recognized they were taking a risk but set out anyway, as the weekend’s trip in the stunning backcountry scenery was expected to be the last of the year.
“It’s melting fast up there,” Murray said, noting occasional bare spots on Richmond Ridge Road...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Familiarizing yourself with their experienced advice before you head out there is always the best idea.
These men and women are true heroes and rise far above even our public servants. They volunteeer their lives and skills to rescue you. Thank you so much to all the men and women of Mountain Rescue Aspen for your service.
Two Mountain Rescue Aspen members and Wright left from the base of Aspen Mountain on two snowmobiles around 12:15 a.m. Sunday, according to the press release, which was issued by the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office Sunday morning.
“Due to the risks to rescuers, nighttime search and rescue operations are rare and are usually only taken on in cases of serious injury or illness,” according to the release. “However, due to the potential risk of frostbite or other cold-related injury to Murray, a night time rescue was deemed acceptable.”
By 2 a.m., Wright was able to guide rescuers to Murray’s location, and they arrived back at the base of Aspen Mountain at 3:20 a.m., according to the release.
Both Wright and Murray praised the efficiency, kindness and professionalism of the Mountain Rescue team. They said it was the first and hopefully the last time they will need to call on the agency’s services.
They acknowledged that some might think them foolish to set out on a backcountry snowmobile trip alone, but they said on that particular day, no one was available to join them. With in-town highs in the upper 60s Saturday, most have given up on winter activities, Murray said. They recognized they were taking a risk but set out anyway, as the weekend’s trip in the stunning backcountry scenery was expected to be the last of the year.
“It’s melting fast up there,” Murray said, noting occasional bare spots on Richmond Ridge Road...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: ABC News "UN: Human Trafficking Victims in the Millions"
Every mass movement has to have at least one "asset" to fuel its course.
Every mass movement leaves "something" behind in its wake.
What "fuels" gangs, drug cartels, bullies and extremes related to both sides of the crime ledger in criminal and civil law?
What are the consequences of the actions of a gang leader, gang member, kingpin, mule or a bully at any level of society?
The subject of the last question shouldn't be a "what". It should be "who are".
What do you think, really think, about the culture of society in the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding area?
(See related stories and public comments here and here)
AP via ABC:
"A senior U.N. official says that as many as 2.4 million people may be victims of human trafficking worldwide at any given time.
Yury Fedotov calls human trafficking "a shameful crime of modern-day slavery."...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Every mass movement leaves "something" behind in its wake.
What "fuels" gangs, drug cartels, bullies and extremes related to both sides of the crime ledger in criminal and civil law?
What are the consequences of the actions of a gang leader, gang member, kingpin, mule or a bully at any level of society?
The subject of the last question shouldn't be a "what". It should be "who are".
What do you think, really think, about the culture of society in the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding area?
(See related stories and public comments here and here)
AP via ABC:
"A senior U.N. official says that as many as 2.4 million people may be victims of human trafficking worldwide at any given time.
Yury Fedotov calls human trafficking "a shameful crime of modern-day slavery."...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Glenwood Springs Post Independent "Defense attorney questioning DA's eligibility for re-election"
(sighs...rolls eyes)
Note: SandBox disclaimer below.
Note: Because both men in this article are showing absolutely zero regard to the general population they serve, by placing themselves and their flaming controversy(s), (that just so happen to deeply affect the lives of folks in three counties) into the hands of the least trustworthy print news and reporter around (which renders the data they're football tossing around as suspect) 'SandBox Nanny' calls 'Time Out' on both men, blocks comment ability on this post (it would be like sending lambs to the slaughter to let the 'kids' at them in comments) and sits back to wait patiently on the balanced, firm hand of the Aspen Daily News. "If" the Daily doesn't report on this new direction for DA Beeson's political race to run, 'SandBox Nanny' will open comment ability and bless each man as they head into the ring they keep insisting on shoving in the folks faces. Take note of disclaimer below again, please.
John Colson:
"........At issue is whether the three years Beeson served as district attorney when he finished the term of a recalled DA, from 2006 through 2008, counts as his first term in office, or if his first term started when he was elected in 2008. Under state law, district attorneys are limited to two terms in office..........
........Local defense attorney Tom Silverman of Glenwood Springs, a Democrat, contends that the coming four-year term for which Beeson is running would be his third term.
Silverman cited the Colorado Constitution, which states that district attorneys are restricted to two, four-year terms in office.
Beeson, however, maintains that he has yet to serve two full terms in office.
“He is simply wrong,” Beeson said of Silverman's position.
According to his reading of state law, Beeson said, “a term for a district attorney is a full term, and a full term is four years.”
He cited a 2000 legal opinion issued by then-Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar, which concluded that DAs can serve no more than two full terms.
The opinion did not specifically address the issue of how partial terms count toward the term limits allotment. The opinion states that term limits “have no application to partial terms of office, but rather apply only to full terms.”.....
......Silverman, however, cited a section of the state Constitution, which states that anyone elected “to fill a vacancy ... and who serves at least one half of a term of office shall be considered to have served a term.”
Although that section specifically addresses term limits on U.S. senators and members of Congress, Silverman maintained that the same limitation applies to district attorneys.
“He was elected to a three-year term,” Silverman said, referring to Beeson's initial time in office. “It was more than half a term, so it does count.”.........
.........Silverman questioned why Beeson did not, as state law allows, ask the voters to allow him to serve more than the two-term limit.
In 2009, for example, Mesa County voters decided that those holding the offices of sheriff, DA and coroner could each serve three, four-year terms, rather than the two-term limit imposed by the state..........
.........“Saying I should go to the voters to get permission to run for a second term is like saying I should go to the voters to get permission to drive the speed limit while I'm already driving the speed limit,” Beeson said in an email to the Post Independent. “I am going to the voters. This November.”........
.........Beeson contends that Silverman's questioning of his eligibility to run again stems from courtroom conflicts.
“Let's be clear. Mr. Silverman's issue is not with the law or with the fact that I am in full compliance with the law. His issue is with me,” Beeson wrote in an email. “He is a criminal defense attorney who simply does not like the fact that my office does not coddle his clients, does not accede to his wishes in cases, and does not treat his clients with kid gloves.”
Beeson questioned why Silverman didn't seek another candidate to run, or run for the office himself.
“His failure in this regard speaks volumes,” Beeson wrote. “The adage ‘put up or shut up' is an apt one here.”........"
(Read the rest of this? Click title)
Disclaimer:
Note: SandBox disclaimer below.
Note: Because both men in this article are showing absolutely zero regard to the general population they serve, by placing themselves and their flaming controversy(s), (that just so happen to deeply affect the lives of folks in three counties) into the hands of the least trustworthy print news and reporter around (which renders the data they're football tossing around as suspect) 'SandBox Nanny' calls 'Time Out' on both men, blocks comment ability on this post (it would be like sending lambs to the slaughter to let the 'kids' at them in comments) and sits back to wait patiently on the balanced, firm hand of the Aspen Daily News. "If" the Daily doesn't report on this new direction for DA Beeson's political race to run, 'SandBox Nanny' will open comment ability and bless each man as they head into the ring they keep insisting on shoving in the folks faces. Take note of disclaimer below again, please.
John Colson:
"........At issue is whether the three years Beeson served as district attorney when he finished the term of a recalled DA, from 2006 through 2008, counts as his first term in office, or if his first term started when he was elected in 2008. Under state law, district attorneys are limited to two terms in office..........
........Local defense attorney Tom Silverman of Glenwood Springs, a Democrat, contends that the coming four-year term for which Beeson is running would be his third term.
Silverman cited the Colorado Constitution, which states that district attorneys are restricted to two, four-year terms in office.
Beeson, however, maintains that he has yet to serve two full terms in office.
“He is simply wrong,” Beeson said of Silverman's position.
According to his reading of state law, Beeson said, “a term for a district attorney is a full term, and a full term is four years.”
He cited a 2000 legal opinion issued by then-Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar, which concluded that DAs can serve no more than two full terms.
The opinion did not specifically address the issue of how partial terms count toward the term limits allotment. The opinion states that term limits “have no application to partial terms of office, but rather apply only to full terms.”.....
......Silverman, however, cited a section of the state Constitution, which states that anyone elected “to fill a vacancy ... and who serves at least one half of a term of office shall be considered to have served a term.”
Although that section specifically addresses term limits on U.S. senators and members of Congress, Silverman maintained that the same limitation applies to district attorneys.
“He was elected to a three-year term,” Silverman said, referring to Beeson's initial time in office. “It was more than half a term, so it does count.”.........
.........Silverman questioned why Beeson did not, as state law allows, ask the voters to allow him to serve more than the two-term limit.
In 2009, for example, Mesa County voters decided that those holding the offices of sheriff, DA and coroner could each serve three, four-year terms, rather than the two-term limit imposed by the state..........
.........“Saying I should go to the voters to get permission to run for a second term is like saying I should go to the voters to get permission to drive the speed limit while I'm already driving the speed limit,” Beeson said in an email to the Post Independent. “I am going to the voters. This November.”........
.........Beeson contends that Silverman's questioning of his eligibility to run again stems from courtroom conflicts.
“Let's be clear. Mr. Silverman's issue is not with the law or with the fact that I am in full compliance with the law. His issue is with me,” Beeson wrote in an email. “He is a criminal defense attorney who simply does not like the fact that my office does not coddle his clients, does not accede to his wishes in cases, and does not treat his clients with kid gloves.”
Beeson questioned why Silverman didn't seek another candidate to run, or run for the office himself.
“His failure in this regard speaks volumes,” Beeson wrote. “The adage ‘put up or shut up' is an apt one here.”........"
(Read the rest of this? Click title)
Disclaimer:
"Now that DA Beeson has thrown his hat in the ring for district attorney in the 9th, please take note that there will be no special treatment given to any news press surrounding his race. His articles, if they are SandBox worthy or chosen in the daily agg run-up; will be put up just like anyone else in a political race. What SandBox Commentators will continue to do, is heavily moderate his articles. We are the only news media that provides the courtesy of moderating commentary from the general public on 9th Judicial District and Mr. Beeson's articles. )"
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "Banned"
(whisper...whisper...yes, this is a "whispering campaign"....whisper...whisper...shucks, Galvis is starting his career in editorial writing the same way Bruno Kirchenwitz did....whisper...a little off mark and shocking, then hitting his stride....whisper...wanta bet he keeps improving on getting his points across?...whisper...whisper....shh...and he's from woody creek...yikes!....whisper...whisper..here's to the little guy....whisper...whisper....)
Michael Galvis:
"Editor:
Regarding Jeremy Madden’s column, “Beware the Banned Wagon” — now, if the Aspen City Council would just “ban” its own stupid and idiotic behavior....."
(Read the original letter? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Michael Galvis:
"Editor:
Regarding Jeremy Madden’s column, “Beware the Banned Wagon” — now, if the Aspen City Council would just “ban” its own stupid and idiotic behavior....."
(Read the original letter? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Times "School: Only one suspect in kidnapping plot attends Basalt High"
And the adults in this Valley wonder why they keep getting sandbagged by kids valleywide bringing forward very serious issues. From drugs to gangs to inappropriate sex crimes, to now alleged attempted murder.
Could it possibly be that the trickle down effect of corruption, power abuse and the most entrenched social hierarchy in the region (all the problem of adults, BTW) has oozed its way all the way down to the kids?
The only new news for them is the escalation of violence and still yet more intimidation to perform.
Wonder what the kids have on their minds? All their minds and not just the outside perceptions being stroked and cultivated by adults who are placed into their lives.
Wonder how important it is to local investigative reporters to start rattling some cages and getting the real, the tough and the hard questions asked?
One way or the other, for sure we can count on the kids and the parents/adults who refuse to back down to those same pressures will be the ones eventually letting us all know.
From 'SandBox Nanny's' perspective and experiences with Basalt High School, it doesn't sound like much has changed in the past aprx. 15 years. The same social serving, rather than student serving positions of trust seem to still be in place.
Scott Condon:
"BASALT — Four boys facing possible criminal charges in an alleged kidnapping and beating plot against another youth live in the Basalt area, but only one of them attended Basalt High School, authorities said last weekend.
Adriana Hire, assistant principal of Basalt High School, said Sunday she had learned that only the young man identified by police as the prime suspect in the kidnapping plot was attending the school.
“That was a very short period of time,” Hire said.
Hire said none of the other three suspects in the case is currently a student. She said she was prohibited by school policy from discussing if any of the three students previously attended Basalt High School. Authorities could offer limited information about the suspects because they are juveniles.
A Basalt Police Department spokesman said Friday that all four kids attended Basalt High School. Hire said she wanted to correct that information because it could affect perceptions of the high school...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Could it possibly be that the trickle down effect of corruption, power abuse and the most entrenched social hierarchy in the region (all the problem of adults, BTW) has oozed its way all the way down to the kids?
The only new news for them is the escalation of violence and still yet more intimidation to perform.
Wonder what the kids have on their minds? All their minds and not just the outside perceptions being stroked and cultivated by adults who are placed into their lives.
Wonder how important it is to local investigative reporters to start rattling some cages and getting the real, the tough and the hard questions asked?
One way or the other, for sure we can count on the kids and the parents/adults who refuse to back down to those same pressures will be the ones eventually letting us all know.
From 'SandBox Nanny's' perspective and experiences with Basalt High School, it doesn't sound like much has changed in the past aprx. 15 years. The same social serving, rather than student serving positions of trust seem to still be in place.
Scott Condon:
"BASALT — Four boys facing possible criminal charges in an alleged kidnapping and beating plot against another youth live in the Basalt area, but only one of them attended Basalt High School, authorities said last weekend.
Adriana Hire, assistant principal of Basalt High School, said Sunday she had learned that only the young man identified by police as the prime suspect in the kidnapping plot was attending the school.
“That was a very short period of time,” Hire said.
Hire said none of the other three suspects in the case is currently a student. She said she was prohibited by school policy from discussing if any of the three students previously attended Basalt High School. Authorities could offer limited information about the suspects because they are juveniles.
A Basalt Police Department spokesman said Friday that all four kids attended Basalt High School. Hire said she wanted to correct that information because it could affect perceptions of the high school...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Eagle County Times "EC School District’s–Legal Trouble with your Tax Dollars?"
ECT’s Investigative Reports and Clayton Moore:
"It was time to check in: The ECT wanted to know more about where the Eagle County School District is spending your Tax Money today – so we looked.
A review of Open Records can be an enlightening experience.
Background: In November 2006 Eagle County Voters rejected a ballot issue (1A) that would have caused County Taxpayers to pay more in Taxes on what is collectively known today as “Early Childhood Development”. (Click Here) Their Ballot Issue/plan was to collect then spend new Taxes on/for children not old enough to attend Public School in Kindergarten. Recall that Colorado State Statute provides for a “free” and legal Public School Education for children once old enough to attend K-12. Their (1A) Ballot issue (it didn’t pass) would have LEGALLY allowed your Tax money to be spent on children before they were old enough to attend Public School Kindergarten.
Eagle County Voters overwhelmingly rejected (1A) in 2006.
The ECT chooses to describe the District’s rejected Ballot Issue 1A as “Taxpayer funded Daycare”.
According to Public Tax Records – soon after that 2006 vote, Eagle County saw the creation of a new 501(c)3 local non-profit known today as – “Early Childhood Partners”.
Your Eagle County School District (the President – of our Elected School Board) Jeanne McQueeney is listed as that non-profits “paid – Executive Director”....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"It was time to check in: The ECT wanted to know more about where the Eagle County School District is spending your Tax Money today – so we looked.
A review of Open Records can be an enlightening experience.
Background: In November 2006 Eagle County Voters rejected a ballot issue (1A) that would have caused County Taxpayers to pay more in Taxes on what is collectively known today as “Early Childhood Development”. (Click Here) Their Ballot Issue/plan was to collect then spend new Taxes on/for children not old enough to attend Public School in Kindergarten. Recall that Colorado State Statute provides for a “free” and legal Public School Education for children once old enough to attend K-12. Their (1A) Ballot issue (it didn’t pass) would have LEGALLY allowed your Tax money to be spent on children before they were old enough to attend Public School Kindergarten.
Eagle County Voters overwhelmingly rejected (1A) in 2006.
The ECT chooses to describe the District’s rejected Ballot Issue 1A as “Taxpayer funded Daycare”.
According to Public Tax Records – soon after that 2006 vote, Eagle County saw the creation of a new 501(c)3 local non-profit known today as – “Early Childhood Partners”.
Your Eagle County School District (the President – of our Elected School Board) Jeanne McQueeney is listed as that non-profits “paid – Executive Director”....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Aspen Daily News "County demand for food stamps continues on its four-year climb"
Andrew Travers:
"Demand from Pitkin County residents for federal food assistance has increased more than five-fold in recent years.
The number of low-income locals using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continued its dramatic rise in 2011, demonstrating continuing economic hardship for some area residents. Since 2007, the number of clients has gone up 558 percent, while the funds used have risen 836 percent.
A total of 171 county households took part in the program in 2011. They were granted a total of more than $453,000 in food vouchers.
“We are deluged,” said county health and human services director Nan Sundeen. “The demand for public assistance has grown, and staying on top of it is our biggest challenge.”
The SNAP program — which no longer uses actual stamps, but debit cards instead — allows participants to purchase bread, vegetables, meat and other food products. It blocks purchases of non-food items like vitamins, tobacco and liquor.
Due to the historically scant number of Aspenites using food stamps, the county has not typically devoted many resources to the program. The county partners with Eagle County to oversee food cards for the mid- to upper-Roaring Fork Valley. Demand has stretched both governments’ resources thin. Pitkin County paid to add a new staff position in 2010 to meet the unprecedented demand.
While the feds pay for the benefits, local governments pay to administer the program...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Demand from Pitkin County residents for federal food assistance has increased more than five-fold in recent years.
The number of low-income locals using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continued its dramatic rise in 2011, demonstrating continuing economic hardship for some area residents. Since 2007, the number of clients has gone up 558 percent, while the funds used have risen 836 percent.
A total of 171 county households took part in the program in 2011. They were granted a total of more than $453,000 in food vouchers.
“We are deluged,” said county health and human services director Nan Sundeen. “The demand for public assistance has grown, and staying on top of it is our biggest challenge.”
The SNAP program — which no longer uses actual stamps, but debit cards instead — allows participants to purchase bread, vegetables, meat and other food products. It blocks purchases of non-food items like vitamins, tobacco and liquor.
Due to the historically scant number of Aspenites using food stamps, the county has not typically devoted many resources to the program. The county partners with Eagle County to oversee food cards for the mid- to upper-Roaring Fork Valley. Demand has stretched both governments’ resources thin. Pitkin County paid to add a new staff position in 2010 to meet the unprecedented demand.
While the feds pay for the benefits, local governments pay to administer the program...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Grand Junction Daily Sentinel "Foreclosures give rise to evictions"
Amy Hamilton:
"This is a scene playing out with increasing regularity around the Grand Valley as Mesa County remains in the grip of the state’s highest foreclosure rate. By law, the Sheriff’s Department carries out evictions, and this year has been especially busy with 66 completed in the first three months. That amount is nearly 40 percent of the 172 evictions the Sheriff’s Department handled all of last year, putting Mesa County on pace for 264 evictions this year.
“I used to make someone’s bad day a better day,” said Sgt. Rich Acree, who was transferred from patrol to the Sheriff’s Department’s civil division, overseeing two deputies in charge of evictions. “Now we’re making someone’s bad day a worse day. It’s a job you have to perform. All you can do is make the best of the job and try to be compassionate.”
Evictions occur if landlords boot out renters for not paying rent or through foreclosures, but most evictions in Mesa County lately tend to be from foreclosures, deputies said. And, compared with the past couple of years, fewer homeowners appear to be getting last-minute stays that allow residents to remain in their homes at least until homeowners are able to work out an agreement with their bank.
By the end of next week, Mesa County will have logged 402 foreclosures this year. The number is higher than last year at the same time, but fewer than 2010, Mesa County Public Trustee Paul Brown said...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"This is a scene playing out with increasing regularity around the Grand Valley as Mesa County remains in the grip of the state’s highest foreclosure rate. By law, the Sheriff’s Department carries out evictions, and this year has been especially busy with 66 completed in the first three months. That amount is nearly 40 percent of the 172 evictions the Sheriff’s Department handled all of last year, putting Mesa County on pace for 264 evictions this year.
“I used to make someone’s bad day a better day,” said Sgt. Rich Acree, who was transferred from patrol to the Sheriff’s Department’s civil division, overseeing two deputies in charge of evictions. “Now we’re making someone’s bad day a worse day. It’s a job you have to perform. All you can do is make the best of the job and try to be compassionate.”
Evictions occur if landlords boot out renters for not paying rent or through foreclosures, but most evictions in Mesa County lately tend to be from foreclosures, deputies said. And, compared with the past couple of years, fewer homeowners appear to be getting last-minute stays that allow residents to remain in their homes at least until homeowners are able to work out an agreement with their bank.
By the end of next week, Mesa County will have logged 402 foreclosures this year. The number is higher than last year at the same time, but fewer than 2010, Mesa County Public Trustee Paul Brown said...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Town Hall "Rationally Green"
Paul Jacob:
"Environmental laws are very human constructs. They are not examples of divine intervention set to doing one thing and one thing only, “saving the environment.” (Indeed, it's a truism of ecology: “You cannot do just one thing.”) There’s been a problem with the laws that came into being right around the first “Earth Day” in 1970. And this original “sin” is getting more and more obvious.
The trouble with environmental legislation in the U.S. has been the will to micromanage. Instead of setting standards (cleaner water, cleaner air) or procedures (property rights, tort rules, standing in pollution cases) the federal government, along with the bulk of the states that piled on, has prohibited some activity or technologies, and mandated others.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
"Environmental laws are very human constructs. They are not examples of divine intervention set to doing one thing and one thing only, “saving the environment.” (Indeed, it's a truism of ecology: “You cannot do just one thing.”) There’s been a problem with the laws that came into being right around the first “Earth Day” in 1970. And this original “sin” is getting more and more obvious.
The trouble with environmental legislation in the U.S. has been the will to micromanage. Instead of setting standards (cleaner water, cleaner air) or procedures (property rights, tort rules, standing in pollution cases) the federal government, along with the bulk of the states that piled on, has prohibited some activity or technologies, and mandated others.
This cleaned up some of the worst abuses. But it did so at great cost, and it set up bureaucratic rules doomed to obsolescence. As economist Bruce Yandle puts it,
Students of regulation know there are three types of regulatory instruments that may be used when governments choose to regulate: performance standards that set limits or goals without mandating how the outcomes must be achieved, technology standards that specify how the goal will be achieved, and incentives such as fees, prices, and taxes that put a price on the activity to be limited. . . . Any one of the three can generate a desired outcome, but it is generally agreed that technology standards — the approach mandated by our basic environmental statutes — are the most costly and therefore least effective regulatory choice."(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxBlogs: Glenwood Springs Post Independent "Global positioning network is mapping Earth's interior"
This...is very interesting. Did you know west Garfield county was home to the Plate Boundary Observatory?
Marian Lyman Kirst:
"RIFLE, Colorado — On a chilly morning, Fred Jenkins strides across the West Garfield County landfill. Past hunkered-down dumptrucks and mountains of appliances alive with chattering magpies, he stops at what appears to be a tripodal alien spore.
It's a global positioning system (GPS) monument that Jenkins helped install in this sage-speckled swath of western Colorado five years ago. With practiced hands, he replaces the monument's antenna and receiver box, which have stopped transmitting data.
“Probably a lightning strike,” he muses, scratching his cinnamon-sugar goatee.
Dubbed P031, the station is one in an array of more than 1,100, scattered around the country from wilderness peaks to airports to prison yards.
Together, they comprise the National Science Foundation's nine-year-old Plate Boundary Observatory (PBO), a project overseen by the nonprofit UNAVCO, which facilitates geoscience research in the U.S. The PBO is the second-largest global positioning network in the world, right behind Japan's GPS Earth Observation Network.
It's also one of the largest efforts to survey and map the Western U.S. since the Lewis and Clark expedition, said David Kasmer, a PBO field engineer working the Eastern Sierra and the Rocky Mountain states.
“Except that we are focused on mapping the interior of the Earth, its inner workings. It's the evolution of surveying,” Kasmer said...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Marian Lyman Kirst:
"RIFLE, Colorado — On a chilly morning, Fred Jenkins strides across the West Garfield County landfill. Past hunkered-down dumptrucks and mountains of appliances alive with chattering magpies, he stops at what appears to be a tripodal alien spore.
It's a global positioning system (GPS) monument that Jenkins helped install in this sage-speckled swath of western Colorado five years ago. With practiced hands, he replaces the monument's antenna and receiver box, which have stopped transmitting data.
“Probably a lightning strike,” he muses, scratching his cinnamon-sugar goatee.
Dubbed P031, the station is one in an array of more than 1,100, scattered around the country from wilderness peaks to airports to prison yards.
Together, they comprise the National Science Foundation's nine-year-old Plate Boundary Observatory (PBO), a project overseen by the nonprofit UNAVCO, which facilitates geoscience research in the U.S. The PBO is the second-largest global positioning network in the world, right behind Japan's GPS Earth Observation Network.
It's also one of the largest efforts to survey and map the Western U.S. since the Lewis and Clark expedition, said David Kasmer, a PBO field engineer working the Eastern Sierra and the Rocky Mountain states.
“Except that we are focused on mapping the interior of the Earth, its inner workings. It's the evolution of surveying,” Kasmer said...." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)