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And while I have always said I am not running for president, the race is too important to sit on the sidelines, and so I have changed my mind in one area. If a candidate takes an independent, nonpartisan approach -- and embraces practical solutions that challenge party orthodoxy -- I'll join others in helping that candidate win the White House." Possible Bloomberg-Drops-Out Headlines: "No Country for Short, Divorced Jewish Billionaires" "More Die of Heartbreak (than care about this egomaniac's preening)" "Turns Out I Wasn't Such a Hot Mayor, Either (I only looked good following that other meshugge)" "Bloomin' Ridiculous..." "Don't Cry for Me, David Broder" "Don't Cry for Me, David Gergen" "Don't Cry for Me, David Ben-Gur --" Oh, never mind...permalink George Zornick writes: The Politico ran a story this week titled "GOP fears charges of racism, sexism." It detailed how many within the party are worried that attacking Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton during the general election could be perceived as prejudicial; the RNC is studying the issue.
Airlines 'are akin to arms dealers'in ethics stakes
Some funds work on the basis of negative screening – filtering out companies or industries which investors do not want be associated with. Others are more positive, investing in firms they support, for example those involved in renewable energy or which have led the way in changing their behaviour."He added: "One of the top-rating ethical funds, run by the co-operative CIS, actually invests in BAE, which is obviously controversial. The idea is that by being part of the firm and trying to influence its direction, it can achieve more than by ignoring such companies and just allowing them to carry on what they are doing."He added that many ethical funds avoided firms involved in alcohol, tobacco or pornography because the ethical market was originally dominated by churches and religious customers."There used to be a more moralistic theme than is the case now," he said.An Eiris spokesman, Mark Robertson, said: "Growing concern over issues such as climate change mean more and more people are thinking about the impact their investments can have.
Youth Day crowds safe from toxins: authority
A SITE contaminated with underground toxins will be the venue for the arrival and official welcome of the Pope on his first mission of spreading the faith to Australian Catholics. The Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority has given assurances that any contamination is subterranean, has been contained and will not impinge on the safety of participants in World Youth Day. Chemicals such as cyanide, benzene, copper and lead were identified on the site two years ago by the Department of Environment and Climate Change. The department found that the poisons, as a result of the former gasworks in the area, posed a significant risk to human health. The department has declared the area on Hickson Road, which includes the Barangaroo site, an investigation area under the Contaminated Land Management Act.
Naples-Fort Myers Greyhound Track marks 50th with $50,000 race
The $50,000 Greyhound Classic in Bonita Springs on Saturday night was either the greatest night in the history of Southwest Florida dog racing or simply the latest ugly chapter in the long history of a sport that some say tolerates animal abuse, encourages binge drinking and feeds gambling addictions. In the end, it was 2-1 underdog “Invincible Son" that streaked away with a win in the featured race of the evening at Naples-Fort Myers Greyhound Track. Earlier in the day, a small group of people gathered outside the track to protest what they claim is inhumane treatment of the dogs. “They were saying that a lot of these dogs are abused, but my girlfriend works for an animal services organization and she said a lot of them get adopted," said racing fan Adam Andrew of Fort Myers, owner of various Ralph's Seafood locations throughout Lee County.
INTERVIEWS: Adult Content Bubba The Love Sponge and his radio crew ...
Their morning show is only heard on satellite radio here, but "Bubbapalooza" will pack the Hard Rock Hotel with listeners from around the country. From left, show personalities "Ned," Bubba The Love Sponge Clem, Brent Hatley, Mike "Manson" Waters and Spice Boy.
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