Carol Forsloff
Oregon - Louisiana resident, 28 years in Hawaii. Retired certified teacher, mental health counselor, life care planner, document examiner with parallel career in journalism, as college instructor, writer, editor and former professional singer/ entertainer. Have also traveled extensively throughout most of the world over more than 50 years and was the first woman in the Middle Eastern Institute at Portland State College in 1960.
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Bachelors, Masters and Post-Masters in education, psychology, journalism, political science. Pub.: Seattle PI, Oregonian, Pittsburgh PI, Trial Reporter, Aloha Magazine, and many othersInterests
Writing, reading, music, Middle Eastern history and culture, international relations and politics, ethics and values and people of all persuasionsMotto
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything
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‘Down-winders’, Scientists Go Head to Head on Nuclear Safety of Hanford Atomic PlantA rally on Sunday, April 15 at Richland, Washington called attention to the risks of radiation exposure and environmental threats posed by the Hanford Nuclear Plant, where containment of waste products has been prolonged and costly.
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Discover the Best of Paradise from the Old-Timers of WaikikiYou won't have to go far in Waikiki for a magic moment, where old-fashioned ways of Hawaii are brought back for locals and tourists as well by special gatherings on the beaches and benches of Waikiki almost every day. -
Hawaii's War Memorials Offer Visitors a Way to Honor Military Heroes of World War IIHawaii was the site of military sacrifice, after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. In those sunken ships of long ago, the National Cemetery of the Pacific and the paths of Fort DeRussy visitors can appreciate sacrifices made. -
Tahirih: Profile in Courage for Women's RightsTahirih spoke out for human justice and equality during difficult times in Middle East history, showing how courage in the midst of tyranny can be a catalyst for change in the world.
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Viola Luizzo: White Woman Martyr for Civil RightsViola Luizzo, a housewife and mother of five, went to Alabama to help in the registration of black voters, as did many other white women. She and a young African American man named Leroy Moton were killed, becoming martyrs in the cause of civil rights. -
Enjoy the Real Hawaiian Music with Gabby, Its KingGabby Pahanui died decades ago, but his music is heard at the airport broadcasts, restaurant soundtracks in that system and a host of other places, as the standard for Hawaiian music for visitors and local folks alike. -
George Romney: like Father, like Son, like HellGeorge Romney, the former Governor of Michigan, isn't following his father's more liberal politics, as he begins another earnest quest to be the Republican nominee for President of the United States.
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History Answers for Arizona's Love of the GunExperts wonder why, with Arizona's demographics, folks there are so attached to the gun. Historians provide some answers, but there remain questions about the love of the gun following the Tucson shooting -
Martyrdom in Islam: Serious Issue in Conflict and WarThe role of the martyr is intimately tied to the beliefs of Islam, and the eagerness to give one's life to enter heaven can create complex problems for its enemies both within their countries and in international conflicts. -
Read and Remember the Easy WayThe worry many secondary and college students have is remembering what they read and then applying it to content areas and problem solving, so here's an easy way to teach students to help them with reading applications. -
Hypnagogic Hallucination: Scary but Treatable Sleep DisorderAfter an episode of being unable to move and having unusual physical symptoms as well during the process of wakening, an individual may find they have had a hypnagogic hallucination episode, a frightening event but one that can be treated. -
Easy Ways for Students to Learn 'What Can I Write About'The most popular question in journalism and writing classes is "what can I write about?" This article explains how students can learn the answers to this question through experiences that develop from an ordinary day in their lives. -
Euthanasia: Pulling the SwitchWith the new health care bill and its controversies, along with the recent Jack Kevorkian film, the question of euthanasia is being re-examined, as part of the ongoing debates about the right to life and the state's involvement in such decisions. -
Fighting Words in Politics Promotes Violent AttitudesSome people may not believe that violent language, in any form, can cause aggressive behavior; but scientists have established that it does, especially those with a predisposition towards it.
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Israel Kamakawiwo'ole: The Hawaiian Prince of MusicIsrael Kamakawiwo-ole, the brother known as "Iz" in Hawai, took well-known tunes such as "Over the Rainbow" and put his signature on them, bringing Hawaii's aloha through his beautiful voice to people everywhere. -
Mormons and Quakers: A Comparison of BeliefsMormons and Quakers are very different in their history and beliefs, but like other groups have areas of agreement that can lend understanding. Here are some basic tenets of both that reveal similarities and differences. -
Julia Roberts Becomes Fairy-Tale Queen Again in New RoleJulia Roberts is known for her beauty, highlighted especially by a Cinderella-like movie called Pretty Woman, where her good looks and wit helped her rise up and marry her Prince Charming, but this time she plays the villainous beauty instead. -
The Royal Hawaiian Hotel: Hawaii Calls as Symbol of Old and NewThe Royal Hawaiian Hotel, the sparkling, pink edifice in the midst of Oahu's best Waikiki beaches, remains an everlasting symbol of the visions of Hawaii and the paradise of the Pacific that Hawaii calls visitors and locals alike. -
Hawaii's Waikiki Face Scarred by HomelessnessHomeless and mentally ill individuals have now become a permanent part of the culture of Hawaii, with people living on the streets, in the parks and on the beaches in places like Waikiki where tourists frequent.
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Aguilera Fumbles Ball but Makes Touchdown at Super Bowl with National AnthemAguilera performed the national anthem at the Super Bowl, giving a unique finish, in the white soul sister style, and even though she made mistakes, the signature voice rose above them.
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Ronald Reagan: His Legacy of FailuresRonald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, would turn 100 on February 6, 2011 were he alive. Although he made strong achievements, he also had serious failures that facilitated the social and financial problems today.
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Smart Car Answers to Senior Drivers DisadvantageSeniors are most vulnerable to automobile accidents, especially after age 75; but new innovations, and those in the future, may allow seniors not have to give up those car keys.
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Melveen Leed: Hawaii's Famous Country Singer Wows Residents, Tourists AlikeSome musicians don't fade away but continue to shine in the heaven's of entertainment, like Melveen Leed, a 60-something senior, with majestic voice, hula, and exotic instrumentals that bringslustrous, ageless performances.
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Glenn Beck History Lessons: Faulty Opinions on Egypt UprisingGlenn Beck said to Bill O'Reilly that the uprising in Egypt has come from extremism and the jihadist movement, but scholars say otherwise and that any chaos comes from extremists who take advantage of soundly-based rebellion.
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Predicted "Super Storm" Part of Climate Change Pattern that Risks Food Supply, EnergyThe coming super storm, and others predicted to increase in frequency and severity as a result of climate change, can have long-reaching consequences, for commerce and energy. Experts say to individuals and world to be prepared.
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Louisiana, Natchitoches Parish Poised for Winds, Heavy Rains and Possible Tornadoes from 'Storm of the Century'Weather experts tell us to expect a monster storm beginning from the Rockies to New England, but the South is also vulnerable, including Natchitoches Parish in Louisiana, as we face potential tornadoes, strong winds and much rain.
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'Storm of the Century' Scheduled to Impact One-Third of the United StatesA new, severe storm is poised to hit one-third of Americans from the Rockies to New England, with spin-offs of tornadoes, strong winds, and hail in parts of the South, reported to have the potential to cause significant destruction in its wake.
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Green Hornet: Endless Violence in Shallow, Meaningless ScriptThose who enjoy comic book heroes with a great story and characterizations are bound to be disappointed in this charade of a film that is only endless, meaningless violence without respite or redemption.
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Hawaii Legislature Considers Charging $100 for Copy of Obama's Birth CertificateDr. James Corsi and his followers, including those in citizen media without backgrounds in journalism, continue to target Obama's birth to the extent the Hawaii legislature is considering charging a $100 fee for copies of Obama's birth certificate.
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Meghan Vs John McCain, Family Political FeudsThe news of late has centered on family differences among the Reagans and the McCains with relationship to political ideas, but those differences are strongly felt with families these days, with websites offering ideas on how to deal with them.
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Citizen Journalism: Grassroots News Where it CountsCitizen journalism is hoped to partner with mainstream news by providing local, on the ground information. Some, however, without training try to replace journalists with agenda-driven, non-local material that detracts from citizen media ideals.
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Sarah Palin, Bad Rap for PentecostalsPentecostals are known for demonstrative worship, expressive fundamentalist beliefs and unique forms of worship than many mainstream groups. But they are also modest in dress, style and speech in ways that Sarah Palin isn't.
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Ted Williams of the 'Golden Voice,' Rehab on SkidsTed Williams, the man found on a street corner among the homeless, achieving notoriety for his talented voice, was only days in rehabilitation, with the help of Dr. Phil McGraw. Experts say long-term treatment is needed to avoid relapse.
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Teaching Ethics and Social Skills Within Correctional Basic EducationTeaching values and social skills is an important part of basic and vocational training in correctional facilities and is a complementary goal of education for those needing to learn how to properly interact with others both inside and outside prison.
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Dueling and America's History of Political DisputesDueling was used to handle personal and political disputes during the 18th century but was not without strong opposition and declined before the Civil War because of public opposition.
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Extreme Speech: Michele Bachmann as Tea Party SpokespersonMichele Bachmann represents the Tea Party in its State of the Union, yet her rhetoric in calling fellow Congressional members socialists and communists undermines civil discourse.
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The New Otani: One of Obama's Favorite Hawaiian HotelsPresident Obama and other locally-born people favor The New Otani because of its beautiful swimming beach, glorious sunsets and authentic old Hawaii ambiance and charm, as well as its view of the whole of Waikiki.
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Identifying Problem Learners in Prisons and Detention CentersResearch has found that education helps reduce prison and detention center recidivism, but the educator must first be able to identify characteristics of the problem learner to intervene appropriately. This article outlines these basics.
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What Do Retirees Want from ObamaRetirees these days are concerned about health care, loss of income from retirement fund downturns, and environmental issues. They want family members to have good jobs, so they can be independent and not have to rely on others during a time of crisis.
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MLK Day: Regional Celebrations Differ in Recognition of King's DreamHawaii and Louisiana present great differences in how they celebrate and live out Martin Luther King Jr's dream of racial harmony, reflected by the way they recognize Martin Luther King Day.
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How the Brain Brings Bad DecisionsThose with problem-solving and social limitations may have a smaller region in the brain called amygdala that impacts their abilities. Scientists have discovered this correlation as a way to understand and intervene in teaching social skills.
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Five Ways to Determine Proper Nursing and Assisted Living CareA cursory visit to an assisted living facility or nursing home is insufficient in making a good decision for the care of a loved one. Here are some specific issues to examine when making these decisions from a former life care planner.
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Sewer Runoffs, Flooding Spoils Coastal Areas of OahuMakaha and Waianae on the Leeward Coast of Oahu is under flood and sewer water emergencies after devastating rains of more than nine inches during the past 48 hours with more rain expected in the coming days.
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I Wanna Get Lost in Your Rock and RollTrini Triggs captivates people at the jazz festival in Natchitoches, Louisiana with his hip-shaking, shimmy shake that gives a sexy overture to Louisiana country rock and roll.
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Black Gospel Music of the Old SouthListen to the authentic music of a woman known as Grace as she sings from her soul the old black gospel music of Louisiana, that is so vital to worship in the African American churches of the South.
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Historic St. Augustine Church on Cane RiverThe great ancestral, spiritual church of the Creoles of Natchitoches Parish is St. Augustine, a place that shares its beauty with the surrounding country of Cane River.
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The Grand Tour of the Cherokee Plantation of Natchitoches ParishStep back in time to the days of the old South, with the grand furnishings, elegant decor, and traditional styles of the 19th century period in a historic plantation in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana.
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Take a Stunning, Musical Journey Through the Ark-La-TexTake a journey through the Ark-La-Tex, where you can stand atop the majestic cliffs of Arkansas, enjoy the breath-taking valleys and rivers of the region, stay at the grand hotels, visit the the Clinton library and savor the unique lifestyle that defines the region.
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On Learning Your Grandchild is AutisticOn hearing that a grandchild is autistic the first response is grief and shock, but the lessons learned by accepting the child and knowing how to work with the issues it brings to the family can help strengthen the family unit and help the child as well.
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Sheriffs Arpaio and Dupnik: Two Sides of Arizona JusticeArizona justice has two distinct views, punitive and rehabilitative, reflecting an America divided on how to treat crime. These views are represented by two sheriffs, Arpaio and Dupnik, one an advocate of harsh punishment, the other rehabilitation.
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Best Mother-Daughter Train Wreck: Sarah Palin and BristolSodahead asks us to decide whether Lindsay Lohan and her mother Dina or Melissa Rivers and her mother, Joan, are the best mother-daughter train wreck combo, but I think they missed giving the right choice.
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Violence Prevention: Teachers ObservationsTeachers are among the first to know when a child is having trouble by looking at certain behaviors. One of those behaviors is writing which can help assess learning disability or a mental health condition.
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Franklin Graham Says to Haitians God Understands Their Grief, but Does Graham?Very often preachers like Franklin Graham make pronouncements about saving souls and Christ's death on the cross for them, when it's food and drink and medical care they need first before they can really understand the message.
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Diabetes: Potential for Pancreatic CancerAretha Franklin has diabetes and has often been featured in magazines for diabetics. Although it is said her health after surgery is good, the discussion of the diabetes - pancreatic cancer provides valuable information.
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Unique History, Culture, Movies Celebrated on Natchitoches Walk of FameNatchitoches, Louisiana boasts a Walk of Fame embedded on a downtown street, reflecting its history as the oldest town in the Louisiana settlement, and where famous artists, sports figures and entertainers lived and worked.
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Louisiana's Church 'Packin' Gun Laws in the Wake of Gifford ShootingA shooting occurs in a shopping mall in Arizona, but the symbol of the gun is everywhere, including church in Louisiana, a state that allows packing while praying.
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McCain No Maverick in the Gabrielle Gifford ShootingAs many people across the political spectrum are denouncing hate speech in the wake of Gabrielle Gifford shooting, and the injuries and deaths of 19 others in Arizona, but John McCain is silent, potentially pondering his base.
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Michael Jackson's Life and Death: What's the Takeaway Good We Can LearnMichael Jackson had a serious skin condition and a significant sleep disorder, both said by medical experts to create terrible psychological and physical stress, yet he remained the consummate entertainer, which is the real takeaway news.
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Gabrielle Gifford Shooting May Bring End to Sarah Palin's Political AgendaWhile some people say it's not the right time to talk about who is to blame for the violence in Arizona, there is already a petition asking the right wing to tone down its rhetoric, and there are those who say Sarah Palin's political future may be over.
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'Everyone Does It' Childish Defense for BullyingChild raising principles have everything to do with what happens in adult life, especially with aggression and abuse that occurs in politics.
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'Spider-Man' Gets Positive Review from U2's BonoSpider-man is said to be the most expensive play ever produced, but it had a series of mishaps during its preview so many folks worried it might end up a failure. But Bono's positive review is said to inspire the show's potential success.
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Gabriel Giffords Shooting: Experts Say Violent Rhetoric Promotes Political HateAccording to 2006 the violent rhetoric has ramped up with images of guns, separatist speech and violent language that experts say creates an atmosphere for violence like the shooting of a Congresswoman.
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Conservatives Poised to Slash Existing State, Local Employee Pension FundsConservatives bargained with the Obama administration to maintain tax breaks for the rich, so with state budgets cramped and unable to fund pensions they will either have to raise taxes or slash existing pensions some of them are poised to do.
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Elder Abuse Prevalent in Chinese-American CommunitiesCulture and economics play a significant role in determining the potential for elder abuse so that the stereotypes about Asians and their respect for elders does not prevent neglect and abuse of their seniors.
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La Grande, Oregon: Western Town Ushers in One's Dreams of Hearth and HomeLa Grande, Oregon is the largest town in Eastern Oregon, but remains small by most standards; yet it was a catalyst for exploration and settlement. Its history makes a visit a unique experience while giving the visitor the feel of hearth and home.
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Jehovah's Witnesses: A Quaker PerspectiveJehovah's Witnesses and Quakers have many religious principles in common, as they do with other groups. Here is a perspective of Jehovah's Witnesses from a Quaker perspective.
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The Healing Power of CatsNot long ago a nursing home cat was found to help the dying, and in an ordinary home a cat is able to give mental and physical relief to the sick. So do animals have souls and special gifts like men?
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Worst Outcome of Fraudulent Study on Autism-Vaccine Link is Disease RiskA series of articles on Andrew Wakefield's work linking autism with vaccines demonstrated it to be fraudulent. Wakefield has been denounced by medical experts, but folks continue to believe him, which creates risks to others..
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Republicans Bring Hype, Not Hope, to the New CongressSavage personal attacks, false ideas and hype about values not practiced are the Republicans revenge tools in the new Congress, bringing hype, not hope, to doing the work of turning the country around as facts reveal they have done before.
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America Celebrates Homeless Man's New HavenEveryone likes a good story with a happy ending and one about a homeless man getting a brand new start in life after being down on his luck is making America happy at the turn of 2011.
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Public Education Once Labeled Socialism like Obama's Health Care ProgramPeople opposed President Harrison's public education program, saying it was socialist, just as folks oppose Obama's health care program. The Pledge of Allegiance, a major patriotic symbol, was written to support public education.
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Medical Marijuana Controversy Lights Up with Montel Williams ArrestMontel Williams has been arrested again for possession of medical marijuana, for which he has a prescription. His arrest demonstrates the lack of consistency among the states on medical marijuana and its use for chronic conditions.
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Religion or Cult: What's the Difference?The definition of religion remains controversial given the fact that the law and the public have differing opinions, but the Supreme Court's decision on Westboro Baptist Church may provide some answers.
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Bush Legacy: Decades of Innocents JailedGeorge Bush, while Texas Governor, declared he made no mistakes regarding capital cases and other serious crimes, and yet the Innocence Project has found 41 people were innocently jailed, with one man released today after 31 years.
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Garbage and Municipal Services Impacted by Recession and Climate ChangeClimate change has brought with it some severe weather conditions that experts say has created a perfect storm for municipalities with reduction of funds for services as weather problems have increased.
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Alred Hitchock Lives Again in Louisiana, Arkansas Deaths of Fish and BlackbirdsAlfred Hitchcock was known for writing mystery stories with unexpected endings. Strange deaths of birds and fish remind one of that Hitchcock way , as people speculate on these strange events in Arkansas and Louisiana.
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Mile High Sex is Grounded but Eat, Pray, Love RemainsAn airline company has been grounded for advertising the thrill of sex on mile high flights, while a travel company based on the spiritual journey of Eat, Pray, Love is applauded for underlining the values of romance over sex.
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Steering the New Journalism Past Potholes of MisinformationThe new media sometimes confuses rather than enlightens because some reporters don't fact check or focus on political agendas. A combination of citizen and traditional media properly developed can help prevent misinformation.
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Taylor Swift: Country Music Star or Cool and Popular Today?Some country stars, like George Jones, say that Taylor Swift doesn't have the true country music sound while others like Dolly Parton believe Swift makes all the right moves. But is Taylor Swift country or just cool in country music history.
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Savage Weather is the Story in Central LouisianaThe savage weather in Central Louisiana, in the town of Natchitoches, is the symbol of the weather patterns that are plaguing most of the world. As the weather is the story in much of the world right now, what it foretells is more awesome yet.
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How Much Social Media is Enough and How to Use it WellThese days folks are worried they and their children might be spending more time than they should on social media, so here are some guidelines on how much is enough and how social media can effectively be used at the time.
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Racial Debates and Denials in the Context of Southern HistoryPeople who report racial problems are sometimes called racist themselves just for doing so, as a pattern that comes from the history of language and the history of race itself in America.
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Government Reports, Lawsuit Say Hidden Costs of War Are Misdiagnosed Veterans with PTSDVeterans are being wrongly diagnosed with personality disorders as opposed to post-traumatic stress disorder, government reports and a lawsuit maintain, to save money on health care or to cover the fact there was a rush to recruit without proper screening
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Reversal of Fortune for American Education Nation Means Knowledge RollbacksAfter World War II people wanted their children to be educated as part of the American dream, valuing education and making achievements, while the call for democratization and adjustments meant rollbacks in knowledge.
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Kwanzaa No Good for African American Celebration Says Black JournalistKwanzaa is a holiday that begins after Christmas and lasts for a week, celebrating family and cultural strength, but it was founded by Ron Karenga, who has advocated violence and racial separation.
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Birthers Insult Hawaii with Their ClaimsHawaii's officials, its medias, and its key leaders have all offered evidence of Obama's birth in Hawaii, and to say otherwise insults them and shows the "birthers" don't believe the value of their truth.
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Experts Recommend a Range of Therapies for Cold HandsDuring cold weather many people suffer from seriously cold hands and feet. This article provides techniques for preventing a problem and what to do about this common issue that for some people is all year long.
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Strong Feelings Seen as Threats by People Who Argue with AngerArguments couples have can often become intense, and that occurs mostly because one or the other in a relationship perceives the emotions behind the communication as a threat.
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Sarah Palin's Top 5 Fairy Tales of 2010The top 5 Sarah Palin fairy tales are believed by many and others simply enjoy them as pure entertainment, because, after all, they are only fairy stories.
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Consumers Union Warns of Ripoffs in the Reverse Mortgage Loan IndustryReverse mortgages are advertised as the panacea for retirement income woes, but experts say they are expensive and risky for many seniors, despite the fact sales of these products are growing in this recession.
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Gadget Warning: Don't Buy in Its First YearMany of us want the next best thing, but should we buy it right away or wait? Waiting for the second round is best because of the bugs and glitches the new products seem to display.
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Family Christmas Means Welcome Strangers for the HolidayMost of us spend Christmas with our families and don't include casual friends or strangers, but that's not the message of Christ's birth.
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3% Interest Plan by Economist Could Solve America's Economic WoesThe stimulus money will mostly be gone this year, and the country faces shortfalls. Many programs have already been cut, the tax cuts have been extended so where will the money be to solve the problems. Here's a plan an economist gives that could help.
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Baha'is Plead for Iran to End Its Persecution of Their MembersBaha'is have been persecuted in Iran for 150 years, but imprisonment of its members has them pleading with Iran to follow its written mandates to give minority religious groups protection in anticipation of a meeting of the U.N. General Assembly.
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Rising Star Justin Bieber Follows Footsteps of Wayne NewtonWayne Newton was a child star with a great voice and staying power in the entertainment world, as a favorite of young girls and their mothers as well. Justin Bieber has the cherubic presence, but the voice and style of vivacious entertainment as Newton.
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The Gift of Samsung Galaxy Tab or IPadIf you're choosing a gift for a loved one for the holidays or a birthday and trying to decide on the Samsung Galaxy Tab or the iPad, here are some smart ways for helping you make the right choice.
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The Secession of Louisiana in the Civil War Continues to Influence Current EventsRace was at the heart of the South's secession from the Union and continues to play a major role in the political divisions today.
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Five Things You Need to Know Before Deciding on a Small Town for RetirementMany seniors dream of retiring with the simple life afforded by small towns. But sometimes that simple life can be complicated by hidden costs and special concerns that might make them not the best choice for everyone.
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DOJ Convicts, Sentences 'Sex Tourist'The United States signed an agreement to try and stop the practice of 'sex tourism" where people go to Cambodia and other countries to seduce and have sex with minors. This is a major part of the problem of human trafficking.
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The Wealthy Get the Tax Breaks; The Kids Get the ShaftChildren lost out this week. The tax cuts mean more cuts in education. The DREAM Act's defeat means no road for citizenship for Hispanic children, and a bill against forced marriage means more girls in slavery of sorts.
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DREAM Act Defeat: How it Kills the Dream for ChildrenThe Senate rejected the DREAM Act, that passed the House of Representatives in early mid December, primarily along party lines, leaving reform of immigration again on the table after 10 years of debates.
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Five Thrifty Ways to Decorate for ChristmasThese days people seek thrifty ways to celebrate Christmas, especially given the recession, so here are some useful tips for decorating the home that don't cost much money and are a colorful way to say Merry Christmas.
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'Search' Vs 'Google', 'Plaxo' Vs 'Facebook': To Increase Competition, Reduce Internet ErrorsCompetition in business fosters options for consumers and greater accessibility and responsibility to consumers, so why is it we "Google' not search and "Twitter" not chat, which reduces our options.
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Dangers of Herbal Remedies Often Overlooked, Experts SayHerbal remedies can sometimes be dangerous, so experts maintain users exercise caution and check with their doctors before using them, especially in combination with traditional medicines.
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Parents Believe Autism Caused by Vaccines in Spite of Scientific Evidence to the ContraryResearch last year and media coverage since has outlined there is no link between autism and vaccines, yet many parents don't believe or haven't read evidence to the contrary.
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Poverty Increasing Rapidly in the U.S. While There is No FDR Speaking for ThemFranklin Delano Roosevelt and Michael Harrington represented the voice of the poor decades ago. Today no one speaks for the poor, growing in numbers, becoming that 'Other America' people ignore that in a way that downgrades the fabric of the culture.
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Cholera Epidemic in Haiti: What Did They Know and when Did They Know It?Governments and aid organizations had warning from the CDC and other health groups about potential for disease that was urgent, and yet the focus had not been on it until the cholera outbreak became epidemic
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Emergency Warnings: Why Some People Don't Heed ThemPeople don't respond to emergency warnings for a variety of reasons, and it's important for disaster experts to know why, as well as the public, in order to intervene appropriately.
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Experts Say Media Can Promote Violence, Discord and PolarizationMedia can influence behavior, experts say, to the extent that it can increase violence and polarization, but this debate is weighed against other questions of whether the media is simply reporting already increasing and existing problems.
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Problems of Elder Abuse Increasing as Baby Boomers Face New ChallengesElder abuse is a growing problem in the United States with an increase expected as baby boomers age and additional stresses occur financially and socially. Read what's being done about it.
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Asian Americans Are the Most PatrioticAsian Americans, once the target of derision during World War II, have demonstrated in surveys to be the most patriotic.
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Porn Business Reveals the Tragic Lives of Its StarsThe porn film business is a big one, at its height in many ways during the 1970's with" I Am Curious Yellow" and "Deep Throat, " but its stars lived difficult and tragic lives, beyond that of Lindsay Lohan who was to portray Linda Lovelace
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Simple Gifts Science Shows Are the Ones Folks Treasure MostWorried you don't have the money for expensive gifts this year? Here's something science and experience says is really important and why it is true that it's the thought that counts.
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An Old Man's Journey to the Manger Brings a Young Man's Christmas BlessingAn old man is on a journey to find those who sit by the manger and love the Lord and finds it in a most unusual place.
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How Do We Really Define Race in America?With so many young people of mixed race growing up in America, how do we define race now and in the future, as presently experts tell us there is much confusion on this subject.
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Start a Religion If You Want to Get Rich in This RecessionRecession times bring out the best and worst in some people, as there are those who start a religion in response to downturns, making money at the expense of others sometimes.
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The Madoff Suicide Symptom of Worsening Violent Epidemic in This RecessionMark Madoff's suicide is a symptom of a growing problem, as folks commit suicide because of economic and social problems in this recession they feel they cannot escape
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Potential for Famine in the WorldOn some things science and religion agree, and one of those is the fact that population growth, fuel needs and terminal seed use may result in food shortages.
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Abusing Men Often like Sexist JokesResearch tells us that men who enjoy sexist jokes are often the macho type who are also abusive
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Death Panels and Euthanasia Issues Cause Serious Debate About Ending a LifeAbortion may be hotly debated, but an even more intensive debate occurs on the matter of who has the right to end a life, with some saying it is individual choice and others saying only God makes the choices, as the ethics of life itself is discussed.
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Sadism and Masochism Represent Mental Health Hurts and Cries for HelpSexual deviancy often is not only abhorrent to the public but represents mental health conditions that require intervention, and when that intervention does not occur the individual acts out the inner compulsion caused from emotional pain.
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Conjugal Visits Considered Important Aspect of Prisoner RehabilitationSome prisons allow conjugal visits. Many authorities believe this is a key factor in positive rehabilitation.
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Famous Louisiana Christmas town of Natchitoches heralds holiday season with annual fireworks eventNatchitoches, Louisiana is known throughout the world as a traditional Christmas town, significant for its displays of holiday lights and fireworks, evidenced best this season where the town is proving its tourist draw in difficult economic times.
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David Vitter: Thorn in Obama's Side in Tight Senate RaceDavid Vitter is running for a second term as Louisiana Senator. He has opposed all of the President's policies, especially health care and is cited by critics for his sins against women in a tight election against Charles Melancon.
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19th Amendment Challenges Women to Vote to Memorialize Its AnniversaryWomen's right to vote was a hard-fought right, one that expanded women's role in the election process. The best way to celebrate and honor the sacrifices that made it possible is for women to exercise that right to vote this year.
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Gulf Coast Citizens Fear Long-Term Consequences of Oil SpillBP has "plugged the hole," but that's not enough for the people of the Gulf Coast region who fear the long-range consequences to their environment and lifestyle.
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Grand Isle and the oil spill of 2010See the images of the fishing boats parked along the harbor, birds escaping the oil, and the sobering feeling as a journalist presents a slideshow of images on one of the places in Louisiana most impacted by the BP oil spill.
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Can Ideas Be Planted in Your Dreams?The film Inception examines the potential for dreaming, that ideas can both be planted and extracted in dreaming. But how much of this is truth and how much is fiction?
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Ways to Prevent Toxic Relationships in Social Media and Internet Work PlacesThe digital world has its own set of rules and problems, and knowing the limitations of that world and the appropriate precautions to take are important in avoiding toxic relationships.
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Citizen Group Heralds Grassroots Movement to Restore Gulf Coast WetlandsThe organization Women of the Storm is like many groups in the Gulf Coast region that got together to form a communications network to help in the recovery efforts after Hurricane Katrina, and they band together now for the oil spill.
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EPA Studies Negative"fracking" Impact on Water While Louisiana Forges AheadLouisiana is presently struggling with a potentially devastating environmental disaster on the coast while in the north and central areas of the state the process of obtaining gas, called hydraulic fracturing, is found to raise questions about the water.
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A Mother's Day Card for a Woman Who Lost or Never Had a ChildWomen who lose a child or never have one sometimes think they can't go on. But there are many ways a woman can create life and do the things that mothers do. Finding those ways helps heal in different ways.
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Health Risks at Issue from VolcanoesHawaii is a major source of study about the health problems that can result from volcanic activity, since after 1986 there have been many associated with the volcanoes on the Big Island. Now Iceland's volcano raises questions.
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Today in History: Titanic Sunk on April 14, 1912The maiden voyage of the Titanic was cut short by an event that is memorialized by movies, books and various organizations who on April 14 will again remind the world of the calamitous sinking of the great ship.
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Louisiana Blue GrassThis Louisiana bluegrass music is authentic Louisiana fun, played by a group of seniors around Cane River in Natchitoches, Louisiana on a clear day on the banks of that river at a festival where flowers were in bloom. Bluegrass music is one of the great genres of music in Louisiana.
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Reducing Stress when Adult Children Return to Parents' HomeMany adult children are returning to their parents' homes because they can't find work. What are the important steps to take at the outset that can reduce the stresses this may cause?
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Muslim Leaders Look for Ways to Reduce Climate of HateMuslim leaders are concerned about rising intolerance, especially since a young soldier has been harassed at Fort Hood and the hatreds displayed subsequent to the health care bill. One of them recommends a strategy he believes should be urgently taken.
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A Life Care Plan for DiabeticsA life care plan is a systematic program of activities and care essential for diabetics to maintain good health, mobility, and productivity over life. It can provide structure for caregivers as well as the person with the disease.
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Blepharitis: How to Identify and Remedy a Common but Irritating Eye AilmentBlepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelid. It is a common condition that can itchiness around the eye and flakiness, like dandruff. It is not a serious condition, but here are some of its features and remedies.
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Want to Lose Unwanted Pounds? Stay Out of Grocery AislesTo get the right foods, stay out of the center aisles and the front section of supermarkets where fast foods and those with sugary content are placed. But where should the shopper look for the best items? Here are some tips to do that.
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How Does Your Political Party Choice Develop from How You Were Raised?Had a father who laid down the law? Had parents who believed in talk as opposed to physical punishment. There are patterns we learn that help predict the kind of behavior we have later, including how we choose political parties.
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Mental Health Professionals Urgently Needed in HaitiMental health problems are paramount after disasters like the earthquake in Haiti. What are some of the issues and what do the victims need now.
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Is the "Jesse Ventura' Experience a Platorform for Palin to WinJesse Ventura was able to win an election to become Governor of Minnesota. He was once being considered for a Presidential bid. Is the Palin phenomena much the same way, but with much more serious intent?
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Paul Offit Vindicated by Autism-Vaccination Link RetractionA dedicated scientist, Paul Offit, has been vilified or opposing the notion that vaccinations cause autism. Now with the retraction of an original study said to prove that connection, he should be vindicated and given the thanks he deserves.
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The Sony Electronic Reader a Valuable Tool for Space-Saving and DownsizingPeople are downsizing these days for many reasons and need to conserve space. The SONY Reader PS 600 allows storage of documents as well as entire libraries of books and is useful for many personal and business reasons.
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Itchy, Flaky Scalp? Your 'Dandruff' Might Be DiabetesOne of the symptoms associated with diabetes is dry, flaky or irritated skin. This includes the scalp as well as the face and the body. Dry, itchy scalp may be more than just dandruff and may need a doctor's review.
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Obama Speech: "Just Say No" Not Good GovernmentPresident Barack Obama gave his State of the Union address on Wednesday night. Among his many salient points, one of the strongest was letting the opposing party know to offer alternatives, not just to say no.
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Robert Redford, Jeremiah Johnson, the Haitian Earthquake and the Good DeathJeremiah Johnson died in the woods he loved at the hands of big bear. He died a heroic death, the narrator declares, in calling it a good death. But what's a good death applied to tragedies like the earthquake in Haiti?
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Red Cross Counselor Post Katrina Parallels Haiti -New Orleans RecoveryThere are parallels in how victims behave in the aftermath of disasters. An examination of how people responded following Hurricane Katrina can help people understand and properly support Haitian earthquake survivors.
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Five Thrifty Ways to Bring Financial Stability and Personal ProsperityThis recent economic recession has brought new lessons to lots of people. Here are some ways of getting you back on your feet in ways to bring financial stability and personal prosperity
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Dealing with Sexual Addiction in the Aging ProcessPeople don't outgrow sexual addiction. It is a problem that requires professional intervention. Older people with sexual addiction have special problems that requires understanding, information and support during the aging process.
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STDS: The Disease Bandits that Steal Good Health, Great Sex and Long LifeSTDs may not always have signs and symptoms, but the consequences can be difficult and even deadly, especially for women. Knowing the facts about STDs can help prevent them and provide support for victims.
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Should Bloggers Have Liability Insurance?Freedom of speech has boundaries. It's important to know what they are. Insurance is difficult to obtain, so what protections do bloggers have in the Wild West of the Internet?
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Buying and Selling a Home in the Current RecessionWorried about a big loss from selling your home in the recession? It turns out that upon acquiring another property, even if it is more modest than the one sold, may turn out to be a win for everyone. Here's how.
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Sex After 60: Love Long, Live HealthySex after 60 is important for both physical and emotional benefits. Although it is recommended for these benefits, doctors tell seniors to use precautions to prevent STDs. Here's the scoop on sex and growing older.
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Plan Your Life Care Early to Avoid Potential Problems LaterPeople often make their aging plans late in life when it becomes more difficult to do. The best way to age in place is to plan early and make adjustments for every dimension, including emotional. Here's how.
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Prevent Depression by Educating Youth in Resilience and Problem-SolvingChildren need to have goals, values and direction early to prevent depression. An important skill is resilience which involves problem solving and ego strength. Here are recommendations for teaching it and what it means.
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African Americans Ask Regarding Civil Rights: Are We There Yet?At a local forum in Pineville, Louisiana on health care, the audience consisted almost exclusively of whites. At a school board election in Natchitoches, the vote for superintendent was on racial lines. African Americans ask: are we there yet?
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Practical Advice for Trauma Victims and Their FamiliesMy experience as a mental health counselor helped me learn how to work with trauma victims. Here are some useful tips for those victims and their friends and families to cope with the stress and pain that comes with trauma.
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Woody Guthrie: All-American Troubadour of Folk Music HistoryWoody Guthrie sang of the poverty and troubles of the Great Depression. He also wrote of the hope of America. His ability to relate music to the common man makes him the official troubadour of the country he loved and served.
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The Health and Romantic Benefits of Red WineThe benefits of wine have been discussed many times. But there are hidden benefits in addition to the ones initially touted as such. For one thing it helps long life. For another it enhances libido.
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Buffy Saint Marie: Native American Protest and the History of Folk MusicBuffy Saint Marie was the first major Native American folksinger. Her music spans generations, from her compositions to the art of both her music and paintings. Her music brought attention to Native American issues.
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: How Anniversaries Can Trigger New PainPost traumatic stress disorder is a condition people have where they suffer reactions from memories of trauma. During anniversaries of devastating events, they may have flashbacks. August and September are anniversaries for Hurricane Katrina and 9/11.
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Six Ways to Get Over the Lover You LostGetting over a broken heart can be difficult. It is a stressful event. But you can get past it and get on with your life with the right attitude and direction. Here are a few simple suggestions.
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Four Good Reasons Not to Marry EarlyMany couples fail to plan for emergencies and stresses during difficult economic times. That and three other factors bring sufficient challenge to delay marriage while potential problems are solved.
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The Four Most Healthy Foods for Health and LongevityDiets for good health and longevity are various indeed. But there are four foods most agree are important and good for a diet to obtain and maintain health and vigor for longevity, energy and prevention of disease.
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Pat Boone and Elvis Presley: Cultural Issues in the History of Rock and Roll of the '50'sTwo musicians stand out in the history of rock and roll of the 1950's. Both represent the values of the period, each in a different way. Elvis Presley and Pat Boone defined the times.
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How to Take Control of Your Life to Prevent Diabetes or Minimize Its ComplicationsDiabetes is a stealth disease and has devastating consequences if not diagnosed early enough. One looks at patterns of problems, then takes action. If you live like a diabetic, however, even if you're healthy, you will stay that way.
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Common Medication to Regulate Diabetic's Blood Sugar Also Prevents CancerType 2 Diabetics often have to take medication lifelong because it is a progressive diabetes. It is now been found that a popular diabetic medication can prevent pancreatic cancer. This is of multiple benefit for diabetics.
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Louisiana Down Home Natchitoches in the Oldest Town in the Louisiana PurchaseNatchitoches is the town where the film "Steel Magnolias" was made. The beauty of the film and the sheer poetry of the surroundings made the movie a hit with millions. Enjoy random photos of this beautiful place.
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The Historical Value of News: Modern Media, Standards of Reporting and Foundations of FreedomJefferson and Washington both admired newspapers and believed them essential in a democracy. The history of newspapers and those who have worked admirably in them set standards for the press. Does modern media measure up?
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Fibromyalgia and Diabetes: Issues in Diagnosis and TreatmentFibromyalgia and diabetes have many characteristics in common and can be confused. It is essential to have lab tests done in order to rule out diabetes, which can have serious side effects.
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Forensic Experts like Henry Lee in Media SpotlightForensic experts are used in legal cases to provide or explain evidence. Objectivity, however, is often key to believability. Bias and media focus become part of the argument where stakes are high as in the case of Henry Lee.
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Formaldehyde Risk Found in Trailers Other Than Those Used After Hurricane KatrinaAs many people downsize and take to the road in an RV,there are some new concerns about them. It seems people are finding high amounts of formaldehyde in trailers, and not just those used after Hurricane Katrina.
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What is the Real'Teachable Moment' About the Gates-Crowley CaseThe media, as well as readers and viewers, has something to learn from the Gates - Crowley affair. The first is to recognize knowing the facts of an incident is important before giving opinions. The second is to recognize race governs opinion.
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Obama Advocates Ratification of Human Rights U.N. Treaty for Persons with DisabilitiesThe U.N. Convention in support of persons with disabilities does not create new laws or rules but instead expands the mission to help these individuals have basic human rights. Obama advocates signing the treaty, joining 139 countries in doing so.
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Survey Finds 1 in 6 Health Care Workers Won't Respond in Flu EmergencyAs news about the pandemic continues across the world, it has just been announced that a survey shows 1 in 3 health care workers may not respond to the crisis. This news means many people may be on their own.
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Death from Car Surfing Example of What Medical Experts Report Dangerous ActivityA man in Canada recently died from injuries to his head sustained while car surfing. This example shows what medical experts report this month, that car surfing isn't cool and that the behavior is risky and can seriously injure or kill.
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Sorority Participation Increases Sexual Assault RiskThose who belong to sororities are more likely to experience sexual assault than those who don't. If drinking is involved, the likelihood of an assault increases. Counseling offices are the first line of defense and have seen increases in reports.
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Zoho May Top Google in Useful, Web-Based, Free ApplicationsGoogle has a good thing, but it as an upstart in Zoho, a program with a series of applications that are state of the art in terms of interaction and utility. It also has a short learning curve, so the user can be on board working right away.
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Misconceptions and Myths About Sexuality and DisabilityMany people may think people lose sexual interest or activity when they become injured or disabled. But that's not true. In fact most disabled persons can continue to have healthy sex lives, when the myths about sex and disability are dispelled.
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Belief in Early Death May Lead Teens to Risky BehaviorYoung people, especially those in minority groups, who believe they will die young are more apt to take risks with drugs and sex without protection, according to new research. Why is this and what can be done?
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Foundation of Iran's Protests for Human Rights Through Iranian Poetry and HistorySome may see the Iranian protests as a contemporary issue, but they should be seen against the backdrop of history. The Iranian poetry especially reinforces the concept of freedom and martyrdom.
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Affirmative Action Still Needed for the SouthA combination of old stereotypes and the lack of willingness to confront injustice makes it important that civil rights laws continue in the South until it catches up with the rest of the country.
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Obama Election Through the Prism of ReconstructionThe United States elected its first African American President in 2008. Only 14% of Americans in the South voted for him. That may sound unusual, however looking through the prism of Reconstruction one might explanations.
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Am I Still a Man? Dealing with Sexual Dysfunction and AgingSexual dysfunction can be helped through activities that relieve tension and stress about performance. Here are some useful tips for working through the problems of sexual dysfunction as you grow older.
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Annual Melrose Arts and Crafts Festival Brings Natchitoches, Louisiana Crowds Again to ParishThe Melrose Arts and Crafts Festival is one of the most famous arts and crafts festivals in the South. This year was no exception as hundreds of folk came to show their creations to happy, anticipatory crowds. Take a glimpse of some of the fun.
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Special Care for the Elderly and Disabled During Weather EmergenciesPeople with special needs require special preparation especially with the storm season approaching. Here are some important things to do to help prepare people for disasters who need special assistance.
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Death in Natchitoches, Louisiana, is Scientific Evidence of How Mates Die Close TogetherNews of Cleveland Presley's death in Natchitoches, Louisiana was received with joy rather than sadness, because it proved, once again, how spouses who love each other die close together in time, as science has proven.
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A Simple Strategy to Show How Someone Might Perform on a JobHere's a 20 minute test that can help you learn a lot about someone. You will be amazed at the number of behaviors you can examine and what you can learn about a person in a short period of time and how it can be applied to a job.
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Developing the Profile of the Dysfunctional WorkerDysfunctional employees can create serious harm to businesses. Learn how to identify them and be able to prevent workplace conflicts.
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The Importance of Writing in Employment ScreeningWriting is a job that requires certain complex behaviors. It can give clues to how a person will function in a key area of communication.
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The Value of Job Analyses for Businesses and Career DevelopmentA job analysis is a valuable tool for job placement and career decisions. Read about what this can mean to you or to your business.
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Tips for the Employer in Writing Job AnalysesWhat are the essential ways of writing a job analysis? Learning from a professional job evaluator the techniques on how to write a job analysis to ensure proper organizational development and job restructuring.
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Eight Important Characteristics of a Successful WorkerHere are eight characteristics in a good worker. Use them as a yardstick for yourself or in measuring what you want in an employee.
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Reason Prevails One Week Following Natchitoches School Board ElectionSmall towns have their problems just like big cities, with race being one of them, along with money and power. The problem is when anyone who reports these problems is the target rather than the problems themselves.
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Types of Tests Used for Vocational DecisionsThere are a variety of tests that can be used to test someone to determine whether or not he or she has the skills for the job or for training. Here are some of the categories related to tests and specific skills.
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The Fair Use of Tests for Career Change or TrainingOften people take tests and never get an explanation of results. Having results is important as is having a purpose for testing that is specific to the job or skill being measured.
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A Job's Essential Functions Are Key to Job Choice and AccommodationKnowing a job's essential functions is important for both an employer and potential employees so that proper decisions can be made about whether a person is the right candidate for the job. It also helps comply with the law.
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Choosing a Good Test For Career or Educational ScreeningSelecting a test correctly is important, otherwise the results won't be fair. Unfair results may mean the wrong class placement or someone not getting the job they want. So it is important to choose a test properly.
