At D.C. Pro Bono Celebration, New York Judge Defends Bar Admission Rule - The BLT: The Blog of Legal Times
No, New York Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman didn't take a poll or worry about the reaction when he announced a plan in May to require 50 hours of pro bono service for admission to the New York bar. At a moment of crisis for access to justice, Lippman told a gathering of D.C. lawyers today, the judiciary and the legal profession "must be bold and proactive."
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
At D.C. Pro Bono Celebration, New York Judge Defends Bar Admission Rule - The BLT: The Blog of Legal Times
At D.C. Pro Bono Celebration, New York Judge Defends Bar Admission Rule - The BLT: The Blog of Legal Times
No, New York Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman didn't take a poll or worry about the reaction when he announced a plan in May to require 50 hours of pro bono service for admission to the New York bar. At a moment of crisis for access to justice, Lippman told a gathering of D.C. lawyers today, the judiciary and the legal profession "must be bold and proactive."
No, New York Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman didn't take a poll or worry about the reaction when he announced a plan in May to require 50 hours of pro bono service for admission to the New York bar. At a moment of crisis for access to justice, Lippman told a gathering of D.C. lawyers today, the judiciary and the legal profession "must be bold and proactive."
Monday, October 29, 2012
Few Exemptions Anticipated for New Bar Admission Mandate
Few Exemptions Anticipated for New Bar Admission Mandate
ALBANY - A prospective lawyer who fails to meet the state's new pro bono requirement for admission to the bar can seek a hardship waiver, but Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman (See Profile) said he expects few exemptions to be granted.
ALBANY - A prospective lawyer who fails to meet the state's new pro bono requirement for admission to the bar can seek a hardship waiver, but Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman (See Profile) said he expects few exemptions to be granted.
October Surprise Roundup
October Surprise Roundup
The October Surprise is the idea that there is a conspiracy theory intended to influence the outcome of Presidential elections by dropping bombshell news in the weeks immediately prior. The October Surprise concept was conceived by Democrats after the 1980 Presidential race between Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. Iran had taken 52 American hostages and did not release them until 20 minutes after Ronald Reagan was inaugurated. Thus Democrats hypothesized that Reagan had hatched a plot with Iran to prevent the release of the hostages until after the elections were over in order to thwart President Carter’s reelection chances.
The October Surprise is the idea that there is a conspiracy theory intended to influence the outcome of Presidential elections by dropping bombshell news in the weeks immediately prior. The October Surprise concept was conceived by Democrats after the 1980 Presidential race between Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. Iran had taken 52 American hostages and did not release them until 20 minutes after Ronald Reagan was inaugurated. Thus Democrats hypothesized that Reagan had hatched a plot with Iran to prevent the release of the hostages until after the elections were over in order to thwart President Carter’s reelection chances.
Is HAARP Shifting The Track of Hurricane Sandy? | Truth Is Scary
Is HAARP Shifting The Track of Hurricane Sandy? | Truth Is Scary
In 2009, former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura questioned whether the government is using HAARP to manipulate the weather or to bombard people with mind-controlling radio waves on his show Conspiracy Theory. In fact, during his research, he and his team requested a tour of the facility, but were turned away. Why? Fast forward three years, and the answer may be in front of us.
In 2009, former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura questioned whether the government is using HAARP to manipulate the weather or to bombard people with mind-controlling radio waves on his show Conspiracy Theory. In fact, during his research, he and his team requested a tour of the facility, but were turned away. Why? Fast forward three years, and the answer may be in front of us.
Who Should Monitor Corrupt U.S. Elections? | American Free Press
Who Should Monitor Corrupt U.S. Elections? | American Free Press
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), a United Nations (UN) organization created during the Cold War, plans to deploy 44 observers from its “human rights office” around the United States on Election Day, November 6, to monitor activities and any potential disputes at polling places.
The Media’s Cover-Up of Benghazigate
The Media’s Cover-Up of Benghazigate
Let’s go back to 2004. Cindy Sheehan had been turned into a media star during the 2004 presidential election for no reason other than that her son had died and she was willing to lend her name to the left’s campaign. There was no specific issue that Sheehan raised, but nevertheless the media was willing to cover her every sneeze.
Let’s go back to 2004. Cindy Sheehan had been turned into a media star during the 2004 presidential election for no reason other than that her son had died and she was willing to lend her name to the left’s campaign. There was no specific issue that Sheehan raised, but nevertheless the media was willing to cover her every sneeze.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Conspiracy Theory Experts: Skepticism Is Part Of Our National Identity : It's All Politics : NPR
Conspiracy Theory Experts: Skepticism Is Part Of Our National Identity : It's All Politics : NPR
From birthers to jobbers to those who believe pollsters are in cahoots with President Obama, some on the right have been gaining a reputation as particularly prone to conspiracy theories.
From birthers to jobbers to those who believe pollsters are in cahoots with President Obama, some on the right have been gaining a reputation as particularly prone to conspiracy theories.
PressTV - West media silent on systematic genocide of Rohingyas: Expert
PressTV - West media silent on systematic genocide of Rohingyas: Expert
The Western mainstream media have imposed a news blackout on the systematic “genocide” of the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, an expert tells Press TV.
The Western mainstream media have imposed a news blackout on the systematic “genocide” of the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, an expert tells Press TV.
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Trump and the wretched of the Earth will always have conspiracy theories to cling to - The Globe and Mail
Trump and the wretched of the Earth will always have conspiracy theories to cling to - The Globe and Mail
Excerpt: Conspiracy theories have always been the realm of those who have no other way to shape reality (Elizabeth Renzetti, The Globe and Mail).
NOTE: It is the case that conspiracy theorists/theories are a necessary avenue to truth. To indicate otherwise is for "...those who have no other way to shape reality." This statement, however, should not take-away from the plight of the homeless and the hungry in the United States. Donald Trump's offer of Five Million Dollars to President Obama should he release the records Mr. Trump is requesting could certainly be well-spent in Los Angeles (first).
Excerpt: Conspiracy theories have always been the realm of those who have no other way to shape reality (Elizabeth Renzetti, The Globe and Mail).
NOTE: It is the case that conspiracy theorists/theories are a necessary avenue to truth. To indicate otherwise is for "...those who have no other way to shape reality." This statement, however, should not take-away from the plight of the homeless and the hungry in the United States. Donald Trump's offer of Five Million Dollars to President Obama should he release the records Mr. Trump is requesting could certainly be well-spent in Los Angeles (first).
Friday, October 26, 2012
Fox Hid Obama's "Act Of Terror" Comments To Push A New Benghazi Conspiracy Theory | Blog | Media Matters for America
Fox Hid Obama's "Act Of Terror" Comments To Push A New Benghazi Conspiracy Theory | Blog | Media Matters for America
Fox ignored President Obama's statements labeling the attack on a U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya an act of terror in order to push a new conspiracy theory involving the attack.
Fox ignored President Obama's statements labeling the attack on a U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya an act of terror in order to push a new conspiracy theory involving the attack.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Dan Rather Touts Kook Conspiracy Theory: GOP May Steal Election | NewsBusters.org
Dan Rather Touts Kook Conspiracy Theory: GOP May Steal Election | NewsBusters.org
Disgraced ex-CBS anchor Dan Rather delved into conspiracy theories on Monday, speculating that the Ohio Republican Party could steal the election for Mitt Romney. In a Facebook posting for Dan Rather Reports, the journalist hyped, "The whole upper tier of Ohio state government is in the hands of the GOP now; in very close voting they have the power to influence what votes are counted and how."
Disgraced ex-CBS anchor Dan Rather delved into conspiracy theories on Monday, speculating that the Ohio Republican Party could steal the election for Mitt Romney. In a Facebook posting for Dan Rather Reports, the journalist hyped, "The whole upper tier of Ohio state government is in the hands of the GOP now; in very close voting they have the power to influence what votes are counted and how."
Former sheriff's nomination to N.J. Superior Court in jeopardy over FBI files | NJ.com
Former sheriff's nomination to N.J. Superior Court in jeopardy over FBI files | NJ.com
TRENTON — The nomination of former Monmouth County Sheriff Joseph Oxley to the Superior Court bench is imperiled because of his refusal to allow the Federal Bureau of Investigation to release information it may have collected about him.
TRENTON — The nomination of former Monmouth County Sheriff Joseph Oxley to the Superior Court bench is imperiled because of his refusal to allow the Federal Bureau of Investigation to release information it may have collected about him.
New public corruption hotline announced in Philly - 21 News Now, More Local News for Youngstown, Ohio -
New public corruption hotline announced in Philly - 21 News Now, More Local News for Youngstown, Ohio -
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Federal and local officials in Philadelphia have set up a new hotline for citizens to report tips about public corruption.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Federal and local officials in Philadelphia have set up a new hotline for citizens to report tips about public corruption.
OpEdNews - Article: Local Judicial Corruption In WV Social Security Office Could Topple National SSA Commissioner
OpEdNews - Article: Local Judicial Corruption In WV Social Security Office Could Topple National SSA Commissioner
Problems Within The Social Security Administration Are Mounting
Problems Within The Social Security Administration Are Mounting
Raising The Age: One Step Towards Fixing The Juvenile Criminal System | The Bronx Ink
Raising The Age: One Step Towards Fixing The Juvenile Criminal System | The Bronx Ink
Javier Gonzalez, a 24-year-old from the South Bronx, looks down at the floor as he speaks. The traces of prison are tattooed on his body. “Dear God,” starts off the ink on his right arm, “I am a sinner and need forgiveness.”
Javier Gonzalez, a 24-year-old from the South Bronx, looks down at the floor as he speaks. The traces of prison are tattooed on his body. “Dear God,” starts off the ink on his right arm, “I am a sinner and need forgiveness.”
Monday, October 22, 2012
Broadcasters say Syria, Iran jamming news info - Live5News.com | Charleston, SC | News, Weather, Sports
Broadcasters say Syria, Iran jamming news info - Live5News.com | Charleston, SC | News, Weather, Sports
GENEVA (AP) - European broadcast officials say Syria and Iran appear to be behind the deliberate signal-jamming that has interrupted news delivered by satellite into parts of the Middle East.
GENEVA (AP) - European broadcast officials say Syria and Iran appear to be behind the deliberate signal-jamming that has interrupted news delivered by satellite into parts of the Middle East.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan - VIEW : Conspiracy theories surrounding Malala Yousafzai — Farooq Yousaf
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan - VIEW : Conspiracy theories surrounding Malala Yousafzai — Farooq Yousaf
VIEW : Conspiracy theories surrounding Malala Yousafzai — Farooq Yousaf
A gravely serious event like the shooting of Malala is a simple wakeup call for Pakistanis to realise the intensity of violence and extremism persisting in our society[.]
Daily Kos: Bachmann update: Obama's Sharia Law conspiracy MN-06
Daily Kos: Bachmann update: Obama's Sharia Law conspiracy MN-06
...and her contributions just keep rollin' in!
...and her contributions just keep rollin' in!
Friday, October 19, 2012
Iowa court official accused of gay marriage fraud - | News for Yuma, Imperial Valley, El Centro, AZ & CA
Iowa court official accused of gay marriage fraud - | News for Yuma, Imperial Valley, El Centro, AZ & CA
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A rural Iowa court official filed false documents to say she had married a same-sex couple from Florida, even though she never met the men and they had not traveled to the state for a ceremony, investigators said Thursday.
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A rural Iowa court official filed false documents to say she had married a same-sex couple from Florida, even though she never met the men and they had not traveled to the state for a ceremony, investigators said Thursday.
New York state’s pro bono directive wins local supporters - Buffalo - Business First
New York state’s pro bono directive wins local supporters - Buffalo - Business First
Robert Elardo has led the Volunteer Lawyers Project in Buffalo for decades and one thing has been consistent: Even with 400 attorneys volunteering to handle cases for free, there is massive need in the community. Now a mandate coming down from Albany may further address that need.
Note: I doubt very much the 'justice gap' will be closed by Lippman's pro bono directive. In fact, I find it insulting. Lippman has a history of selectively choosing which cases will be heard ~ with or without pro bono representation ~ including this Motion for Permission for Leave to Appeal to the Court of Appeals at a session of the Court, held at Court of Appeals Hall in the City of Albany on the second day of September, 2010.
Robert Elardo has led the Volunteer Lawyers Project in Buffalo for decades and one thing has been consistent: Even with 400 attorneys volunteering to handle cases for free, there is massive need in the community. Now a mandate coming down from Albany may further address that need.
Note: I doubt very much the 'justice gap' will be closed by Lippman's pro bono directive. In fact, I find it insulting. Lippman has a history of selectively choosing which cases will be heard ~ with or without pro bono representation ~ including this Motion for Permission for Leave to Appeal to the Court of Appeals at a session of the Court, held at Court of Appeals Hall in the City of Albany on the second day of September, 2010.
Judge in Manning Case Orders Emails Released; Plea Expected Soon
Judge in Manning Case Orders Emails Released; Plea Expected Soon
Just days after a judge ordered military prosecutors to disclose hundreds of emails exchanged between Army officials in charge of overseeing the detention of PFC Bradley Manning, Courthouse News reports that Manning “privately told his trial judge Wednesday how he intends to respond to charges that he sent WikiLeaks hundreds of thousands of secret files about U.S. diplomacy and warfare.”
Just days after a judge ordered military prosecutors to disclose hundreds of emails exchanged between Army officials in charge of overseeing the detention of PFC Bradley Manning, Courthouse News reports that Manning “privately told his trial judge Wednesday how he intends to respond to charges that he sent WikiLeaks hundreds of thousands of secret files about U.S. diplomacy and warfare.”
The ‘Citizens United’ decision and why it matters | The Center for Public Integrity
The ‘Citizens United’ decision and why it matters | The Center for Public Integrity
By now most folks know that the U.S. Supreme Court did something that changed how money can be spent in elections and by whom, but what happened and why should you care?
By now most folks know that the U.S. Supreme Court did something that changed how money can be spent in elections and by whom, but what happened and why should you care?
Katz Knocks Silver As “Joe Paterno,” Settled Own Sexual Harassment Case | Politics on the Hudson
Katz Knocks Silver As “Joe Paterno,” Settled Own Sexual Harassment Case | Politics on the Hudson
Assemblyman Steve Katz, R-Yorktown, Westchester County, has compared Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver to Joe Paterno’s cover-up of Jerry Sandusky’s child abuse, but Katz himself fought, and later settled, a sexual-harassment case against him and his animal hospital.
Assemblyman Steve Katz, R-Yorktown, Westchester County, has compared Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver to Joe Paterno’s cover-up of Jerry Sandusky’s child abuse, but Katz himself fought, and later settled, a sexual-harassment case against him and his animal hospital.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Senate debate: Kirsten Gillibrand rips Sheldon Silver for using $100,000 in taxpayer money to settle sexual harassment claims against Vito Lopez - NY Daily News
Senate debate: Kirsten Gillibrand rips Sheldon Silver for using $100,000 in taxpayer money to settle sexual harassment claims against Vito Lopez - NY Daily News
ALBANY - U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Wednesday said state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was wrong for using $100,000 in taxpayer money to settle sexual harassment claims against pervy Assemblyman Vito Lopez.
ALBANY - U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Wednesday said state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was wrong for using $100,000 in taxpayer money to settle sexual harassment claims against pervy Assemblyman Vito Lopez.
Viewer ‘white as ghost’ after seeing revelations about Obama
Viewer ‘white as ghost’ after seeing revelations about Obama
There have been hints before that Barack Obama’s beliefs might not be the same as those of John F. Kennedy or Ronald Reagan or many other presidents, what with his choice of “Forward” – a common theme for communists and Marxists – as a campaign slogan this year.
There have been hints before that Barack Obama’s beliefs might not be the same as those of John F. Kennedy or Ronald Reagan or many other presidents, what with his choice of “Forward” – a common theme for communists and Marxists – as a campaign slogan this year.
Mayor Bloomberg Off The Hook For 2009 Campaign Cash Embezzled By Queens Operative | New York Daily News
Mayor Bloomberg Off The Hook For 2009 Campaign Cash Embezzled By Queens Operative | New York Daily News
Mayor Bloomberg is off the hook over more than a million dollars secretly funneled to the state Independence Party during his 2009 campaign -- and mostly stolen by a political operative.
Mayor Bloomberg is off the hook over more than a million dollars secretly funneled to the state Independence Party during his 2009 campaign -- and mostly stolen by a political operative.
NY officials call for greater funding for legal services
NY officials call for greater funding for legal services
Excerpt ~ "Lippman said that it would take a combination of more state money and volunteer work from licensed lawyers to help the estimated 2.3 million New Yorkers who go to court without an attorney each year."
Note: The 'pro bono' (non-licensed law school students) mandate isn't enough? More 'State money' and 'volunteer work from licensed lawyers' is needed?
One should wonder if Lippman read Meeting the Challenge of Pro Se Litigation: A Report and Guidebook for Judges and Court Managers by Jona Goldschmidt and/or the Revised Pro Se Policy Recommendations from the American Judicature Society
Excerpt ~ "Lippman said that it would take a combination of more state money and volunteer work from licensed lawyers to help the estimated 2.3 million New Yorkers who go to court without an attorney each year."
Note: The 'pro bono' (non-licensed law school students) mandate isn't enough? More 'State money' and 'volunteer work from licensed lawyers' is needed?
One should wonder if Lippman read Meeting the Challenge of Pro Se Litigation: A Report and Guidebook for Judges and Court Managers by Jona Goldschmidt and/or the Revised Pro Se Policy Recommendations from the American Judicature Society
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
I Want My Country Back -- Call for a new American Revolution -- Please Join us. - YouTube
I Want My Country Back -- Call for a new American Revolution -- Please Join us. - YouTube
After carefully evaluating our plight, I propose that the way to save America is through the creation of a new political party. The Revolutionary Party.
After carefully evaluating our plight, I propose that the way to save America is through the creation of a new political party. The Revolutionary Party.
The Media Blackout on Mitt Romney's Tax Plan | Mother Jones
The Media Blackout on Mitt Romney's Tax Plan | Mother Jones
Bob Somerby has been complaining for some time that major news outlets have never really reported on the basic impossibility of Mitt Romney's tax plan. Today he reminds me of what I said about this a couple of months ago:
Bob Somerby has been complaining for some time that major news outlets have never really reported on the basic impossibility of Mitt Romney's tax plan. Today he reminds me of what I said about this a couple of months ago:
ekathimerini.com | Media blackout as journalists strike
ekathimerini.com | Media blackout as journalists strike
Greece has been hit by news blackout as the country's journalists go out on strike to protest new austerity measures.
Greece has been hit by news blackout as the country's journalists go out on strike to protest new austerity measures.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Politics Now | The Buffalo News
Politics Now | The Buffalo News
ALBANY – Hits against New York that it is not a business-friendly state are coming from "right-wing groups" with an agenda, Gov. Andrew Cuomo insisted today.
ALBANY – Hits against New York that it is not a business-friendly state are coming from "right-wing groups" with an agenda, Gov. Andrew Cuomo insisted today.
PressTV - Iran media ban: EU sanctions values it upholds
PressTV - Iran media ban: EU sanctions values it upholds
Iranian officials say the European Commission’s decision to ban 19 Iranian TV and radio channels from broadcasting in Europe violates the very same values that the West claims it upholds.
Iranian officials say the European Commission’s decision to ban 19 Iranian TV and radio channels from broadcasting in Europe violates the very same values that the West claims it upholds.
New York law school officials dubious about impact of state pro bono rule
New York law school officials dubious about impact of state pro bono rule
New York’s new mandatory pro bono requirement may not pack as big of a punch as intended, law school officials in the state say.
New York’s new mandatory pro bono requirement may not pack as big of a punch as intended, law school officials in the state say.
U.S. ‘influenced British government’s decision to introduce secret courts’ | The Raw Story
U.S. ‘influenced British government’s decision to introduce secret courts’ | The Raw Story
The US government and its intelligence agencies were influential in the UK government decision to introduce a highly controversial new generation of secret courts, the independent reviewer of terrorism legislation has told MPs and peers.
The US government and its intelligence agencies were influential in the UK government decision to introduce a highly controversial new generation of secret courts, the independent reviewer of terrorism legislation has told MPs and peers.
New York’s Pro Bono Requirement Unlikely To Close The ‘Justice Gap’ « Above the Law: A Legal Web Site – News, Commentary, and Opinions on Law Firms, Lawyers, Law School, Law Suits, Judges and Courts
New York’s Pro Bono Requirement Unlikely To Close The ‘Justice Gap’ « Above the Law: A Legal Web Site – News, Commentary, and Opinions on Law Firms, Lawyers, Law School, Law Suits, Judges and Courts
In May, Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman of the New York Court of Appeals announced that a new bar admission hurdle would be foisted upon the state’s would-be lawyers in the form of a 50-hour pro bono requirement. Last month, we found out that the new rule was “much better than it could have been,” since it allowed for the mandatory pro bono hours to be completed anywhere and at any time, including during bar admittees’ law school years.
In May, Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman of the New York Court of Appeals announced that a new bar admission hurdle would be foisted upon the state’s would-be lawyers in the form of a 50-hour pro bono requirement. Last month, we found out that the new rule was “much better than it could have been,” since it allowed for the mandatory pro bono hours to be completed anywhere and at any time, including during bar admittees’ law school years.
Fox Mocks NY Times For Doing Serious Foreign Policy Journalism | Blog | Media Matters for America
Fox Mocks NY Times For Doing Serious Foreign Policy Journalism | Blog | Media Matters for America
Fox News belittled the plight of North Koreans in its attack of the New York Times for not publishing a front-page story on the conspiracy theories about the Obama administration's response to the consulate attack in Benghazi, Libya.
Fox News belittled the plight of North Koreans in its attack of the New York Times for not publishing a front-page story on the conspiracy theories about the Obama administration's response to the consulate attack in Benghazi, Libya.
Right wing fringe-dwellers stoking race riot fears if Obama loses | Death and Taxes
Right wing fringe-dwellers stoking race riot fears if Obama loses | Death and Taxes
As someone who enjoys the occasional conspiracy theory for entertainment—though I do not deny corporate-government conspiracies exist—I can say that such fringe-dwelling minds will believe and say almost anything. And so it is with the fring-dwelling conservative fears of a race riot if Obama should lose in November. If one is going to stoke fears, one must do so in grandly absurd fashion.
As someone who enjoys the occasional conspiracy theory for entertainment—though I do not deny corporate-government conspiracies exist—I can say that such fringe-dwelling minds will believe and say almost anything. And so it is with the fring-dwelling conservative fears of a race riot if Obama should lose in November. If one is going to stoke fears, one must do so in grandly absurd fashion.
Monday, October 15, 2012
The Political Graveyard: Politicians in Trouble or Disgrace
The Political Graveyard: Politicians in Trouble or Disgrace
Originally this section was a single page titled "Politicians who Died in Disgrace", but it became difficult to define that. Did Richard Nixon die in disgrace, when the President and other leaders praised him at his funeral? So I broadened the scope to "trouble and disgrace," and to include still-living figures.
Originally this section was a single page titled "Politicians who Died in Disgrace", but it became difficult to define that. Did Richard Nixon die in disgrace, when the President and other leaders praised him at his funeral? So I broadened the scope to "trouble and disgrace," and to include still-living figures.
NY pro bono rule could spur fewer hours than envisioned
NY pro bono rule could spur fewer hours than envisioned
By Daniel Wiessner and Joseph Ax
Oct 15(Reuters) - New York state's new rule requiring law students to complete 50 hours of pro bono work before being admitted to the bar is unlikely to deliver 500,000 new hours of legal services for the poor envisioned by its creators, law school officials across the state said.
By Daniel Wiessner and Joseph Ax
Oct 15(Reuters) - New York state's new rule requiring law students to complete 50 hours of pro bono work before being admitted to the bar is unlikely to deliver 500,000 new hours of legal services for the poor envisioned by its creators, law school officials across the state said.
Corruption is not something to joke about | Columnists | BDlive
Corruption is not something to joke about | Columnists | BDlive
CORRUPTION is one of the main drivers of the internecine battles for power in the African National Congress (ANC). Its cousin, patronage, is another.
CORRUPTION is one of the main drivers of the internecine battles for power in the African National Congress (ANC). Its cousin, patronage, is another.
US court says reading other people’s online email is OK, privacy be damned | Naked Security
US court says reading other people’s online email is OK, privacy be damned | Naked Security
In the US, the South Carolina Supreme Court has decreed that email stored in Google, Yahoo or any other web service isn't "electronic storage" and therefore isn't protected by the Stored Communications Act.
In the US, the South Carolina Supreme Court has decreed that email stored in Google, Yahoo or any other web service isn't "electronic storage" and therefore isn't protected by the Stored Communications Act.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
News - Features - No Impunity: Brazil’s courts deliver a strong message
News - Features - No Impunity: Brazil’s courts deliver a strong message
Brazil’s Supreme Court delivered a strong message on 9 October that there will be no impunity for politicians when it convicted leading members of the ruling party on corruption charges. This was part of a highly-publicised trial of 40 politicians and business people that has riveted Brazilians for months. Recent polls in Brazil had shown that most people believed the politicians would get off.
Brazil’s Supreme Court delivered a strong message on 9 October that there will be no impunity for politicians when it convicted leading members of the ruling party on corruption charges. This was part of a highly-publicised trial of 40 politicians and business people that has riveted Brazilians for months. Recent polls in Brazil had shown that most people believed the politicians would get off.
Saturday, October 13, 2012
WHERE'S THE REST OF THE MEDIA? (There's a media blackout on Obama's likely 'October Surprise')
WHERE'S THE REST OF THE MEDIA? (There's a media blackout on Obama's likely 'October Surprise')
Last week, WND reported the breathtaking story, based on impeccable Iranian sources, that Barack Obama sent an emissary to Qatar to meet with a representative of the ayatollah to offer a secret deal – one that would help Obama win his re-election bid.
Last week, WND reported the breathtaking story, based on impeccable Iranian sources, that Barack Obama sent an emissary to Qatar to meet with a representative of the ayatollah to offer a secret deal – one that would help Obama win his re-election bid.
Friday, October 12, 2012
In an ad, Giuliani endorses Grimm and his media-conspiracy theory | Capital New York
In an ad, Giuliani endorses Grimm and his media-conspiracy theory | Capital New York
Rep. Michael Grimm's campaign released this ad featuring Rudy Gluliani, who looks straight at the camera and implores viewers not to "be fooled by shameful attacks in the media."
Rep. Michael Grimm's campaign released this ad featuring Rudy Gluliani, who looks straight at the camera and implores viewers not to "be fooled by shameful attacks in the media."
GOP Plans Congressional Investigation Into September Jobs Number Conspiracy | ThinkProgress
GOP Plans Congressional Investigation Into September Jobs Number Conspiracy | ThinkProgress
House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) told Fox News on Wednesday that he would hold hearings into the September job numbers, buying into a widely-discredited conspiracy theory that President Obama faked last month’s figure to improve his re-election chances.
House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) told Fox News on Wednesday that he would hold hearings into the September job numbers, buying into a widely-discredited conspiracy theory that President Obama faked last month’s figure to improve his re-election chances.
Feds suspect corrupt leak in motorcycle gang investigation | www.ajc.com
Feds suspect corrupt leak in motorcycle gang investigation | www.ajc.com
Federal authorities suspect a law enforcement official leaked the name of a government informant that compromised – and abruptly halted – an undercover investigation of alleged criminal activity by members of the Outlaw Motorcycle Club, court documents show.
Federal authorities suspect a law enforcement official leaked the name of a government informant that compromised – and abruptly halted – an undercover investigation of alleged criminal activity by members of the Outlaw Motorcycle Club, court documents show.
NOW Outlines Expectations In JCOPE's Probe Of Vito Lopez's Pervy-Ness -- And Silver's Coverup - New York - News - Runnin' Scared
NOW Outlines Expectations In JCOPE's Probe Of Vito Lopez's Pervy-Ness -- And Silver's Coverup - New York - News - Runnin' Scared
NOW-NYC President Sonia Ossorio urges JCOPE to get to the bottom of allegations of sexual misconduct against Assemblyman Vito Lopez -- and the Shelly Silver-driven coverup that followed.
NOW-NYC President Sonia Ossorio urges JCOPE to get to the bottom of allegations of sexual misconduct against Assemblyman Vito Lopez -- and the Shelly Silver-driven coverup that followed.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The Crimes of Jonathan Lippman: October 2012
The Crimes of Jonathan Lippman: October 2012
This Blog is a repository of information about the crimes and misconduct of the New York State, Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman[.]
This Blog is a repository of information about the crimes and misconduct of the New York State, Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman[.]
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
10 government conspiracy theories - Photos - 1 of 10 - POLITICO.com
10 government conspiracy theories - Photos - 1 of 10 - POLITICO.com
Last Friday’s jobs report gave voters more than an unemployment rate below 8 percent for the first time in years. After former General Electric CEO Jack Welch accused the Obama administration of cooking the books, the latest conspiracy theory soared to the top of the weekend’s news cycle. Here are other leading American political conspiracies through the decades.
Last Friday’s jobs report gave voters more than an unemployment rate below 8 percent for the first time in years. After former General Electric CEO Jack Welch accused the Obama administration of cooking the books, the latest conspiracy theory soared to the top of the weekend’s news cycle. Here are other leading American political conspiracies through the decades.
Cracks in media's Benghazi attack blackout | Shownotes
Cracks in media's Benghazi attack blackout | Shownotes
This is a rush transcript from "The Five," October 8, 2012. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated.
This is a rush transcript from "The Five," October 8, 2012. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated.
Western media blackout on treatment of Spanish protesters.
Western media blackout on treatment of Spanish protesters.
In recent weeks, hundreds of thousands of people in Spain have held a series of protests against their government, calling for an end to ongoing austerity measures. It’s big news, and yet, if you’re like most Americans, you’re not even aware of the Spanish uprisings.
In recent weeks, hundreds of thousands of people in Spain have held a series of protests against their government, calling for an end to ongoing austerity measures. It’s big news, and yet, if you’re like most Americans, you’re not even aware of the Spanish uprisings.
Quinn Calls for Tougher Penalties After Rash of Sex Assaults - DNAinfo.com New York
Quinn Calls for Tougher Penalties After Rash of Sex Assaults - DNAinfo.com New York
CITY HALL — City Council Speaker Christine Quinn and other lawmakers called for tougher penalties against sexual predators Tuesday following a rash of sexual assaults in the city that have left many women on edge.
Note: It appears City Council Speaker Christine Quinn thinks New York State 'Chief Judge' Jonathan Lippman is soft on rapists.
CITY HALL — City Council Speaker Christine Quinn and other lawmakers called for tougher penalties against sexual predators Tuesday following a rash of sexual assaults in the city that have left many women on edge.
Note: It appears City Council Speaker Christine Quinn thinks New York State 'Chief Judge' Jonathan Lippman is soft on rapists.
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Al-Ahram Weekly | Opinion | Conspiracy theories and our view of others
Al-Ahram Weekly | Opinion | Conspiracy theories and our view of others
One of the greatest advantages of discourse analysis is that it can hone in on the way of thought and the mentality of any society. When we turn to political and cultural discourse analysis in Arab societies, such as the Egyptian society of which this writer is a member, we find that the phenomenon of "us" versus the "other" is quite pronounced. The "other" is the negative antithesis to the positive "us". He is the enemy of our nation and of our religion. He is the heretic who wants to steal our abundant wealth and resources. We are Muslims; they are not. We are the victims; they are the aggressors. The dualities are innumerable, but here is the crucial question: what is it in our mentality that keeps insisting that the question of our progress, or lack thereof, is so heavily contingent on the other?
One of the greatest advantages of discourse analysis is that it can hone in on the way of thought and the mentality of any society. When we turn to political and cultural discourse analysis in Arab societies, such as the Egyptian society of which this writer is a member, we find that the phenomenon of "us" versus the "other" is quite pronounced. The "other" is the negative antithesis to the positive "us". He is the enemy of our nation and of our religion. He is the heretic who wants to steal our abundant wealth and resources. We are Muslims; they are not. We are the victims; they are the aggressors. The dualities are innumerable, but here is the crucial question: what is it in our mentality that keeps insisting that the question of our progress, or lack thereof, is so heavily contingent on the other?
Here's Why The Jobs Report Conspiracy Theory Is Baseless
Here's Why The Jobs Report Conspiracy Theory Is Baseless
If you think the numbers in the September jobs report were skewed to help President Barack Obama, a look into how the figures are calculated will prove you wrong.
If you think the numbers in the September jobs report were skewed to help President Barack Obama, a look into how the figures are calculated will prove you wrong.
Federal judge upholds limits on contributions to state candidates - chicagotribune.com
Federal judge upholds limits on contributions to state candidates - chicagotribune.com
A federal judge on Friday rejected an immediate effort to overturn state law limiting direct campaign contributions to political candidates, citing the potential for corruption if Illinois returned to an era of unlimited donations to electioneering politicians.
A federal judge on Friday rejected an immediate effort to overturn state law limiting direct campaign contributions to political candidates, citing the potential for corruption if Illinois returned to an era of unlimited donations to electioneering politicians.
A 'Bad Moon Rising' Over An Obama Victory - Salem-News.Com
A 'Bad Moon Rising' Over An Obama Victory - Salem-News.Com
Carter’s indictment of the current Supreme Court is a reminder that the election of Romney would assure the continuation of a right-wing court well into the next quarter century.
Carter’s indictment of the current Supreme Court is a reminder that the election of Romney would assure the continuation of a right-wing court well into the next quarter century.
Syria's Media Blackout - Watch Free Documentary Online - Al Jazeera, Listening Post
Syria's Media Blackout - Watch Free Documentary Online - Al Jazeera, Listening Post
Syria has regularly made headlines since the uprising began there last March, but getting an accurate portrayal of what is happening on the ground has not been easy. For much of the duration of the unrest, the international media has been barred from entering the country. That looked as though it was about to change when the Arab League stipulated that the media should be allowed into the country during its monitoring mission. But even before violence forced the Arab League to suspend its mission, news reports coming out of Syria were being questioned.
Syria has regularly made headlines since the uprising began there last March, but getting an accurate portrayal of what is happening on the ground has not been easy. For much of the duration of the unrest, the international media has been barred from entering the country. That looked as though it was about to change when the Arab League stipulated that the media should be allowed into the country during its monitoring mission. But even before violence forced the Arab League to suspend its mission, news reports coming out of Syria were being questioned.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Zbigniew: US Should 'Investigate And Crack Down' On Possible Anti-Mohammed Movie 'Conspiracy' | NewsBusters.org
Zbigniew: US Should 'Investigate And Crack Down' On Possible Anti-Mohammed Movie 'Conspiracy' | NewsBusters.org
Sounding less like a supposed foreign policy expert and more like someone who's been listening to way too much late, late night left-wing radio, Zbigniew Brzezinski claimed to see the outlines of a "conspiracy" in the making of the anti-Mohammed movie trailer.
Sounding less like a supposed foreign policy expert and more like someone who's been listening to way too much late, late night left-wing radio, Zbigniew Brzezinski claimed to see the outlines of a "conspiracy" in the making of the anti-Mohammed movie trailer.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Updating From Beijing – Exposing Corruption | Armstrong Economics
Updating From Beijing – Exposing Corruption | Armstrong Economics
In China, the top scandal is about corruption. The story of Bo Xilai, a charismatic and ambitious politician, who was the Communist Party secretary of China’s sprawling Chongqing municipality. The papers talk about how he was driven by the greed of his wife. At least it is in the open and being discussed. This stands in contrast to the constant cover-up of serious corruption within the New York banking community that is threatening the entire world economy.
In China, the top scandal is about corruption. The story of Bo Xilai, a charismatic and ambitious politician, who was the Communist Party secretary of China’s sprawling Chongqing municipality. The papers talk about how he was driven by the greed of his wife. At least it is in the open and being discussed. This stands in contrast to the constant cover-up of serious corruption within the New York banking community that is threatening the entire world economy.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
NYPD Vs. Journalists: NPPA Sends Letter To Ray Kelly Denouncing Police Abuse Of The Press
NYPD Vs. Journalists: NPPA Sends Letter To Ray Kelly Denouncing Police Abuse Of The Press
The National Press Photographers Association along with 13 other media outlets have penned a letter to New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly denouncing incidents in which members of the press have been wrongfully detained by the police.
The National Press Photographers Association along with 13 other media outlets have penned a letter to New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly denouncing incidents in which members of the press have been wrongfully detained by the police.
Some still believe Facebook exposes users' private messages - latimes.com
Some still believe Facebook exposes users' private messages - latimes.com
Despite Facebook's strong denial, conspiracy theories that the social network is deliberately exposing users' private messages from the past continue unabated.
Despite Facebook's strong denial, conspiracy theories that the social network is deliberately exposing users' private messages from the past continue unabated.
Three Charged in What U.S. Calls $100 Million Schemes - Bloomberg
Three Charged in What U.S. Calls $100 Million Schemes - Bloomberg
Prosecutors charged three men with taking part in a $100 million fraud involving the former chief executive officer of Manhattan’s Park Avenue Bank who pleaded guilty in 2010 to lying to regulators and embezzling funds.
Prosecutors charged three men with taking part in a $100 million fraud involving the former chief executive officer of Manhattan’s Park Avenue Bank who pleaded guilty in 2010 to lying to regulators and embezzling funds.
PressTV - 'Election system corrupted by money'
PressTV - 'Election system corrupted by money'
The U.S. election system is corrupted by money, says David Swanson, author of "War is a lie" and co-founder of warisacrime.org in Charlottesville.
“The vast majority of the congressional House and Senate elections and very likely the presidential elections will be decided by money,” Swanson said on Monday.
Albany's corruption parade goes on
Albany's corruption parade goes on
The corruption parade in Albany goes on--and shows no signs of ending soon. Now lobbyist Richard Lipsky has been sentenced to three months in prison--a very light term--for political corruption.
The corruption parade in Albany goes on--and shows no signs of ending soon. Now lobbyist Richard Lipsky has been sentenced to three months in prison--a very light term--for political corruption.
Widespread social media blackout vs Cybercrime Law | SciTech | GMA News Online | The Go-To Site for Filipinos Everywhere
Widespread social media blackout vs Cybercrime Law | SciTech | GMA News Online | The Go-To Site for Filipinos Everywhere
In support of the movement to repeal the recently passed Anti-Cybercrime Act, Filipino netizens [sic] on Tuesday turned their Facebook and Twitter profile pictures to black. The movement started at daybreak and quickly gained momentum over the day until social media were awash with blacked-out status updates and profile pics.
In support of the movement to repeal the recently passed Anti-Cybercrime Act, Filipino netizens [sic] on Tuesday turned their Facebook and Twitter profile pictures to black. The movement started at daybreak and quickly gained momentum over the day until social media were awash with blacked-out status updates and profile pics.
Mainstream Media Called Out for Complete Blackout on GMO Health Risks
Mainstream Media Called Out for Complete Blackout on GMO Health Risks
The recent release of the first ever long-term study to examine the consequences of prolonged consumption of genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) has set the world ablaze, with individual citizens and even government officials now calling for an immediate embargo on all things GMO. But strangely silent in all this has been The Times, The Guardian, The Independent, BBC, and various other mainstream media groups based in the U.K., none of which have bothered to even mention the study in any of their reports.
The recent release of the first ever long-term study to examine the consequences of prolonged consumption of genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) has set the world ablaze, with individual citizens and even government officials now calling for an immediate embargo on all things GMO. But strangely silent in all this has been The Times, The Guardian, The Independent, BBC, and various other mainstream media groups based in the U.K., none of which have bothered to even mention the study in any of their reports.
Teen suspects plead not guilty in Tennant murder case » Local News » Tonawanda News
Teen suspects plead not guilty in Tennant murder case » Local News » Tonawanda News
Note: Even though Niagara County Court Judge Matthew J. Murphy III, "... cited “a strong public interest in the case"...
"Murphy did grant defense attorney James Faso’s request for a gag order on all of the lawyers in the case. The judge said the attorneys may not speak with reporters about anything other than “scheduling matters.”
He also ordered that any statements made by Freeman and Best to investigators in the case be sealed from reporters and the public."
Note: Even though Niagara County Court Judge Matthew J. Murphy III, "... cited “a strong public interest in the case"...
"Murphy did grant defense attorney James Faso’s request for a gag order on all of the lawyers in the case. The judge said the attorneys may not speak with reporters about anything other than “scheduling matters.”
He also ordered that any statements made by Freeman and Best to investigators in the case be sealed from reporters and the public."
Monday, October 1, 2012
Punch Sulzberger and the trouble with media dynasties | The Great Debate
Punch Sulzberger and the trouble with media dynasties | The Great Debate
It is one of the truisms of business that media companies are traditionally owned by strong-willed, dynasty-obsessed, egotistical patriarchs – and in some cases, such as Katharine Graham at the Washington Post, matriarchs.
It is one of the truisms of business that media companies are traditionally owned by strong-willed, dynasty-obsessed, egotistical patriarchs – and in some cases, such as Katharine Graham at the Washington Post, matriarchs.
Video Leaks of NYPD Raid on Zuccotti Park » Counterpunch: Tells the Facts, Names the Names
Video Leaks of NYPD Raid on Zuccotti Park » Counterpunch: Tells the Facts, Names the Names
When the NYPD launched a paramilitary-style attack on Zuccotti Park the night of November 15, 2011, among its first orders of business was to ensure that no media could capture video footage. That’s right — only NYPD themselves were entitled to record. For the duration of Occupy Wall Street, legions of so-called “TARU” officers — short for “Technical Assistance Response Unit” – could be relied upon to swarm the entire area whenever protest activity occurred in Lower Manhattan. The “assistance” these officers provided was to dutifully document all the action with their nifty hand-held videocameras.
When the NYPD launched a paramilitary-style attack on Zuccotti Park the night of November 15, 2011, among its first orders of business was to ensure that no media could capture video footage. That’s right — only NYPD themselves were entitled to record. For the duration of Occupy Wall Street, legions of so-called “TARU” officers — short for “Technical Assistance Response Unit” – could be relied upon to swarm the entire area whenever protest activity occurred in Lower Manhattan. The “assistance” these officers provided was to dutifully document all the action with their nifty hand-held videocameras.
9 Frightening Things About America's Biggest Police Force | Alternet
9 Frightening Things About America's Biggest Police Force | Alternet
The NYPD has expanded into a massive global anti-terror operation with surveillance and military capabilities unparalled in the history of local US law enforcement.
The NYPD has expanded into a massive global anti-terror operation with surveillance and military capabilities unparalled in the history of local US law enforcement.
Gaza Salafist group accuses Hamas of torturing members
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Gaza Salafist group accuses Hamas of torturing members
Gaza Salafist group accuses Hamas of torturing members
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