Maryann Tobin
Maryann Tobin is a professional journalist who recently appeared on the History channel in Brad Meltzer's DECODED: 2012.
She has more than 3 million hits on the worldwide web, and also has more than 35 years of experience breaking, training and riding horses.
In her early career at Belmont Park in New York, she worked for Lucien Lauren, the Hall of Fame trainer of the legendary Triple Crown winner, Secretariat. Some of the classic stakes winners she exercised and broke include two time Beldame Stakes winner and Eclipse Award Filly of the Year, Desert Vixen; multiple stakes winners, Pearl Necklace, Valid Appeal, and Iron Constitution, to name a few.
Maryann was among the first female jockey in America. She rode her first race at Pennsylvania's Penn National racetrack under the name of M.A. Russo, on July 31, 1977.
After retiring from thoroughbred racing, Maryann moved to Florida where she actively continues her devotion to horses, dogs and livestock through animal training and rescue.
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She has more than 3 million hits on the worldwide web, and also has more than 35 years of experience breaking, training and riding horses.
In her early career at Belmont Park in New York, she worked for Lucien Lauren, the Hall of Fame trainer of the legendary Triple Crown winner, Secretariat. Some of the classic stakes winners she exercised and broke include two time Beldame Stakes winner and Eclipse Award Filly of the Year, Desert Vixen; multiple stakes winners, Pearl Necklace, Valid Appeal, and Iron Constitution, to name a few.
Maryann was among the first female jockey in America. She rode her first race at Pennsylvania's Penn National racetrack under the name of M.A. Russo, on July 31, 1977.
After retiring from thoroughbred racing, Maryann moved to Florida where she actively continues her devotion to horses, dogs and livestock through animal training and rescue.
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The Best Vehicle I Ever Owned: Fast, Sexy, and Part of Muscle Car HistoryEveryone has a different reason for loving a car because they aren’t really just for driving from one place to another, they reflect who we are from one stage of our life to another.
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Backyard Chickens Breed Profile: Jersey GiantSome breeds of chickens are known for their friendliness, while others excel at laying very large or colorful eggs. For the best of both worlds, the Jersey Giant is an excellent choice. -
Does Your Horse Need to Have His Sheath Cleaned?Many horse owners do not realize the importance of cleaning their horse's sheath, but it is as much a part of proper care as feeding and bathing. A dirty sheath can lead to urinary tract infections or painful stones known as beans. -
How to Deal with a Broody HenThere are a lot of variations on how to break a hen out of a broody mood but the goal is the same, which is to get her out of the coop. -
Spaying and Neutering Means Better Health and Attitude for Your PetProblems related to shelter overpopulation, aggressiveness issues, and unwanted pregnancies may be solved with neutering and spaying. -
Dead Bird Outbreak Worldwide: US Adds 300 Dead Birds in Alabama to MysteryWhy are scientists unable to explain why thousands of birds continue to die in the southeast united States? -
Arizona Shooting: There is No Such Thing as an Ordinary AmericanThere is nothing ordinary about Daniel Hernandez who was credited with saving the life of Rep. Giffords after running toward the sound of gunshots.
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Worldwide Reports of Dead Birds and Dead Fish Spark Questions About Ties to Gulf Oil SpillSpeculation is rising on a possible connection between the 2010 Gulf oil spill and millions of dead fish and dead birds.
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Theories of the Apocalypse Surround Worldwide Reports of Millions of Dead Fish and Dead BirdsThe sudden worldwide death of millions of fish and birds has sparked controversy of the events being related to Biblical prophesies of the Apocalypse. -
Why Thoroughbreds Make Bad Barrel Racing HorsesWhile most barrel racing riders do not set out to injure their horses, the temptation to grab quick money with a fast thoroughbred is a temptation that should be avoided. -
Mysterious Dead Birds Reported in Three StatesDead birds are now being reported in three states in the southeast U.S. -
Republicans Declare War on President ObamaThe incoming republican majority in the House of Representatives has declared political war on President Obama -
Obama Under Attack from California Republican Darrell IssaCalifornia republican Darrell Issa is launching an attack against President Obama -
Sarah Palin Falls in 2012 Presidential Poll After Killing Moose on TVSarah Palin is losing ground in 2012 presidential election polls. The former beauty queen did not look pretty when she shot and killed a moose on her reality television show, Sarah Palin's Alaska. -
Obama Climate Change Policy Threatens Polar Bear SurvivalPressure from corporate polluters may be causing the Obama Administration to keep from changing the protection status of polar bears from threatened to endangered. -
Obama Wins Against Republican FilibustersAfter making a deal with leadership on tax cuts for the rich, the gridlock that had been strangling Congress for the past two years suddenly ended.
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Saving Your Dog from Deadly DehydrationOne of the most serious and often overlooked dangers is dehydration. It can occur at any time of year and in any temperature. Left untreated, dehydration can lead to vomiting, diarrhea and in severe cases, death. -
Sunken Oil from BP Spill Forms Deadly Blankets on Gulf FloorThe worst fears of scientists over the BP oil spill are becoming evidenced in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Contamination from sunken oil is covering patches of the sea floor like black toxic blankets.
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Dog Adoption Choices: Is Greyhound Rescue for You?Once you get used to having a Greyhound around, you may feel like you're missing something important without one. -
Abused Horse Rescue: Are You Ready to Save Your First Horse?Horse rescue can be an expensive endeavor. But there are few rewards greater than watching life come back into the eyes of a horse that has been abused.
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How About Term Limits for All Washington Lawmakers?Extending term limits to the House and Senate would take America a long way toward weeding out career politicians who have grown too comfortable in their deep seats of power.
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Celebrity Musician Sting Calls American Politicical Infighting 'unpatriotic'In an interview on MSNBC's Morning Joe, legendary singer, songwriter Sting said the infighting among Washington lawmakers is 'unpatriotic.'
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Republican Fight for Trickle Down Economics Hurts Middle ClassStatistics show that the less wealthy Americans pay in taxes, the worse things get for the middle class and the poor and the larger the federal deficit gets.
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Why Dogs Make Bad Christmas Gifts for KidsPutting a big red bow around a puppy's neck and giving it to a smiling child may make a great photograph, but responsible pet ownership is about much more than a Kodak moment.
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How to Deal with Jealousy in an Australian Sheppard DogAustralian Sheppard's are fiercely loyal to their owners. That can be a good trait or a bad one depending on the circumstances.
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US Govt.: Cell Phone Use in Autos May Be Disabled by Remote SignalThe U.S. Department of Transportation hopes to put the breaks on cell phone use while driving by using cellular towers to disable the devices.
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North Korea: US Military Exercises May Take Conflict with South Korea to '˜Brink of War'North Korea sees military training between South Korea and the United States as provocation for war.
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Artillery explodes over North Korea, Yeonpyeong IslandTensions between North and South Korea exploded in a deadly artillery exchange which has alarmed leaders worldwide. The attacks took place during military exercises being conducted by South Korea on Yeonpyeong Island.
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TSA privatization can raise risk to national securityTurning a government run program like the TSA over to private industry may not be worth the savings, and raise risks to national security.
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The Secret to Breaking Horses: Start Your Foal with a Bridle of TrustHorses are like big kids; the sooner you teach them what they are supposed to do, the less likely they are to give you a hard time when they grow up.
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Donald Trump on 2012 Presidential Elections: 'I'd Run as a Republican'If a heavy hitter like Donald Trump throws his hat into the Republican presidential ring, Sarah Palin may become an afterthought in the 2012 GOP race to the White House.
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Rachel Maddow: GOP Plans Will Increase Budget DeficitA closer look at the Republican proposals reveal the opposite of what they campaigned on. If the GOP has their way the budget deficit will get worse.
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Social Security Fights to Survive Republican CapitalismIt is difficult to imagine millions of elderly Americans once again living in desperate poverty, but it is a picture we must begin to paint if the GOP and Tea Party pursue their current path toward economic liberalism.
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Rachel Maddow Defends Keith OlbermannKeith Olbermann suspended for making campaign contributions.
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Florida Governors Race: Alex Sink, Rick Scott in Dead HeatPoliticians on both sides of the aisle are focused on using keywords like, tax cuts and balanced budget to win votes. But when it comes right down to it, the math simply does not add up.
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Joe Sestak Takes Lead in PA Senate RaceTwo months ago, it didn't look like Democrat Joe Sestak had a chance in the Pennsylvania Senate race. Now he has the lead.
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All Chilean Miners Rescued SafelyAll 33 Chilean miners have been rescued after being trapped for 69 days.
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BP Oil Spill News: Obama Administration Involved in Cover UpWhistle blowers and documents are now emerging that paint a picture of deception on the Gulf oil spill.
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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Accuses Oil Companies of Self Serving GreedCalifornia Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said big oil polluters are using scare-tactic to block an environmental law that reduces greenhouse gases.
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Consumer Confidence Plunges to New LowDespite a recent announcement that the recession was officially over, there is little evidence in the local marketplace that shows evidence of it. But that is still not what is holding the economy back. America is all about consumers.
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Pledge to America Crafted by LobbyistsThe GOP favor the big business agenda is exactly what got America into the mess it is in now and selling the Pledge to America as anything but a lobbyists dream is nothing but pure rhetoric.
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Masterbation and Witchcraft Top Tea Party Christine O'Donnell ControversyTea Party favorite Christine O'Donnell does not appear to be the picture-perfect American candidate under a cloud of controversy over witchcraft, masturbation and possible campaign ethics violations.
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Drive Clean and Go Green with the Chevy VoltThe Chevy Volt promises to be faster, sleeker, more family-friendly and get 100 MPG's. The big question is will people pay $41,000 or more for a Chevy?
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United Flight 93: A Tribute to the Passengers on September 11, 2001The cockpit voice recorder captured the sounds of screaming and shattering glass. One of the hijackers said, "They want to get in here. Hold, hold from the inside. Hold from the inside. Hold."
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Hernando Co School Board Fights Falling Home Values for Budget DollarsLocal schools are fighting an uphill battle for funding in the face of falling home value revenue.
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The Three Hardest Words for an Animal Lover: Goodbye My PetThere is no easy way to say goodbye to a pet you have loved for a lifetime. You know you will never forget them. If you can somehow manage to remember them with a smile then the loss is only physical. In your heart and mind they will be with you forever.
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Another Gulf Oil Rig Explosion: Rig Workers Rescued from Platform FireAnother Gulf oil rig explosion: Rig workers rescued from platform fire
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Obama Wins Presidential Poll Over George W. BushNew polling data among registered voters shows that Americans are more supportive of President Obama than George W. Bush.
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Tampa Oil Spill News: Adm. Thad Allen Puts BP Relief Well on HoldTampa oil spill news: Adm. Thad Allen Puts BP Relief Well On Hold
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New Florida Pet Surrender Program Designed to Battle Budget CutsNew Florida pet surrender program battles budget cuts and saves animals
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BP Coverup: Fisherman Not Allowed to Report Tar Balls AnymoreBP Coverup: Fisherman not allowed to report tar balls anymore
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Tampa Florida Area Foreclosure UPDATE: Thousands Still Losing Homes in HernandoTampa Florida area foreclosure UPDATE: Thousands still losing homes in Hernando
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Hernando County Plans Outrageous Hourly Fees for Use of Athletic ParksHernando County plans outrageous hourly fees for use of athletic parks
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Greenpeace to Probe Environmental Damage from BP Oil Spill in Florida, Gulf of MexicoGreenpeace to probe environmental damage from BP oil spill in Florida, Gulf of Mexico
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Florida Recession Turning Working Class Families into the Homeless in Hernando CountyFlorida recession turning working class families into the homeless in Hernando County
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How to Get FREE Horse Feed from PurinaHow to get FREE horse feed from Purina
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Matt Simmons: BP, CIA Conspiracy Theory Suggested Behind His Unexpected DeathMatt Simmons: BP, CIA conspiracy theory suggested behind his unexpected death
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2010 County Budget Approved: Will Spring Hill Florida Make an Economic Comeback?The rise and fall of Spring Hill can be tied to two simple factors; housing and jobs.
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BP Blowout Preventer to Surface as Evidence in Criminal InvestigationBP blowout preventer to surface as evidence in criminal investigation
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Tampa Oil Spill UPDATE: BP Says Top Kill Mud was Toxic: Tony Hayward Testimony May Now Be PerjuryCongressman Ed Markey confirms BP top kill mud was toxic, although Hayward testified to the contrary.
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Brooksville, Florida Animal Control Too Busy Killing Animals to Talk to People Who Want to AdoptHernando County, Florida gives priority to killing animals, rather than having them adopted
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Florida Oil Spill Media Blackout UPDATE:Some Scientists Break the Silence Warning of BP DisbursantThere is now more evidence to support the suspicions of Tampa, Florida and other Gulf Coast residents, that BP's massive use of chemical dispersant on the Gulf oil spill is cause for concern.
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BP: Static Kill Next Plan to Cap Well and Hide Per Gallon Spill Count?Is the static kill method just another way for BP to cheat on an accurate per gallon spill count?
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BP, US Government Send Conflicting Signals Over Keeping Macondo Well Cap ClosedBP, US Government send conflicting signals over keeping Macondo well cap closed
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BP Deepwater Horizon and Exxon Valdez: Disasters with Too Much in CommonBP Deepwater Horizon and Exxon Valdez: Disasters with too much in common
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Tampa Oil Spill Update on BP Cap: President Obama Warns Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Crisis is Not OverTampa oil spill update on BP cap: President Obama warns Gulf of Mexico oil spill crisis is not over
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Scientists Make Disturbing Discovery in Exams of Dead Gulf Oil Spill Dolphins, Kemps Ridley TurtlesScientists make disturbing discovery in exams of dead Gulf oil spill dolphins, Kemps ridley turtles
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Record Breaking Heat is Health Risk to Pets: Dogs Die in Hot CarsRecord breaking heat is health risk to pets: Dogs die in hot cars
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Increasing Reports of Toxic Oil Rain on Gulf Coast and Tampa Florida Raising Oil Spill ConcernsReports of toxic oil rain are increasing in Gulf coast states, including Florida.
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Residents Outraged by Approval of New Housing Development as Foreclosures Continue to Create SlumsFlorida residents outraged by approval of new housing development as foreclosures continue to create slums
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Hernando County Pushes Hard for Budget Cuts and Property Tax Hikes to Fund Big Government PaychecksHernando County pushes for budget cuts and property tax hikes to fund their big government paychecks
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NOAA Oil Spill Maps UPDATE: BP Oil Leak Projections for Tampa, St. Petersburg, Florida Keys, MiamiNOAA oil spill maps UPDATE: BP oil leak projections for Tampa, St. Petersburg, Florida Keys, Miami
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Whistle Blower to Testify on Oil Spill Worst Fear:BP Deliberately Sinks Oil with Corexit as Cover UpWhistle blower to testify on oil spill worst fears: BP is deliberately sinking oil with Corexit to hide it for financial gain
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Oil Spill News: Panic Brews Under Suspicions of Gulf Media Blackout and Threat of Gas Bubble TsunamiA quiet panic is brewing among residents of Florida's Gulf coast. Lack of information is accelerating conspiracy theories and rumors of a media blackout.
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BP Macondo Well Site: Ancient Curse Fact or Fiction?BP Macondo well site: Is an ancient curse fact or fiction?
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Experts Agree BP Oil Well Casing Has Failed: Relief Wells May Not Stop Deepwater Horizon Oil LeakExperts now say BP oil well casing has failed: Relief wells may not stop the Deepwater Horizon oil leak
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NOAA Gulf Oil Spill Map Shows Deadly Oil Plume Moving Closer to St. Petersburg, FloridaNOAA Gulf oil spill map shows deadly oil plume moving closer to St. Petersburg, Florida
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Florida Mayor Fights to Keep Traffic Cameras so Cops Have Time to Chase Drug Dealers and ProstitutesFlorida Mayor fights to keep traffic cameras so cops have time to chase drug dealers
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Oil Spill Set on Fire in Gulf of Mexico:What Florida Residents Need to Know About Oil Spill SafetyWhat Florida residents need to know about air pollution and oil spill safety
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Gulf Oil Spill Spotted from Helicopter by Tampa Bay Area Sheriff: Oil Moving in on Florida CoastGulf oil spill spotted from helicopter by Tampa Bay area Sheriff closing in on Florida coast
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Republicans Joe Barton and Michele Bachmann Defend BP on Oil Spill Catastrophe ' Slush Fund 'Republicans Joe Barton and Michele Bachmann defend BP on oil spill catastrophe ' slush fund '
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Florida BP Oil Spill UPDATE: Oil Spill Map Moves Slick Closer to Tampa Bay AreaFlorida residents have good reason to be concerned over the impact from the BP oil spill. Since the start of the crisis 56 days ago, estimates on the size of the spill have contiuned to grow.
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Gulf Oil Spill Disaster and Biblical Prophecy: Is There a Connection?Gulf oil spill disaster and Biblical prophecy: Is it crazy doom and gloom theory? Or is there something to it?
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Oil Spill Wildlife, Birds Dying by the ThousandsExperts say only about 10% of oil spill birds are rescued, thousands more are dying.
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Hiding the Numbers on the Gulf Oil Spill Disaster: BP or the US Government?Did the US government know all along that BP's numbers were a gross underestimate?
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BP Oil Spill Update: Florida Authorities Fear Catastrophe from Shortage of Booms in Gulf (Video)Is enough is being done to protect the coastline from the oncoming BP oil spill?
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BP Oil Leak: Fallen Deepwater Horizon was Tapping Second Largest Oil Deposit in the WorldThe oil field the Deepwater Horizon had tapped is said to be the second largest deposit in the world.
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BP Defies EPA Orders to Use Less Toxic Dispersant on Gulf Oil SpillBP told federal regulators that they have no intention of changing their present chemical mix, despite orders from the EPA to the contrary.
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BP Does Not Know How to Stop Gulf Oil Spill from Gushing: Top Kill Method DelayedBP has failed to stop the oil spill from gushing into the Gulf for over a month. Top Kill method has been delayed because BP has never tried the method at 5,000 feet depth.
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Animal Abuse for Profit: Florida Kiwanis Club Recruits Circus that Stabs Baby Elephants (Video)Baby elephants have their legs tied and are stabbed until they scream, so they can be forced to perform for the circus.
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Gulf Oil Spill:Florida Residents May Take Matters into Their Own Hands for ProtectionWith efforts to stop the 5,000 foot deep gusher failing, people in Florida may have to take active steps to protect themselves from the onslaught of toxic chemicals and oil.
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BP Admits Higher Leak Rate: 2010 Gulf Oil Spill Now 20 Times Worse Than Exxon ValdezBritish Petroleum has now admitted that the amount of oil being spilled has actually been much higher than previously reported.
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BP, Obama Administration Hide Fear of Irreversible Damage from Gulf Oil SpillIf the ocean oil geyser is not stopped within 90 days, there will be irreversible damage to the marine eco-systems of the Gulf of Mexico, north Atlantic Ocean, and beyond."
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Is Florida Drinking Water Supply Threatened by Gulf Oil Spill Invasion? (Video)Florida's rivers, lakes and streams are an integral part of the Florida aquifer, which supplies fresh drinking water to millions in the Tampa Bay area.
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Worst Environmental Disaster in US History: Oil Slick in Gulf of Mexico is Set on FireThere is a hole in the ocean floor spewing crude into the Gulf at a rate of five thousand barrels a day.Powerless to stop the uncapped remnants of the fallen Deepwater Horizon oil rig, scientists and engineers have set the crude ablaze.
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Brooksville Mayor Wants to Fire Employees for Smoking Cigarettes at HomeBrooksville employees, they would have one year to quit smoking or using chewing tobacco or face disciplinary action that includes termination.
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Abused Dog Finally Gets AdoptedNot everyone is fortunate enough to be born into a good family. The same is true for dogs. Yet, one little 9-month old girl who needed a home, finally got a break after a long string of very bad luck.
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Male Duck Adopts Abandoned Baby Goose (Slide Show)If you have ever wondered what a full grown, male duck would do with an abandoned week-old goose, the answer is
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Catholic Nun Loses Job as School Principal for Not Recruiting Enough StudentsAfter 10 years as the principal at Spring Hill's Notre Dame Catholic School, Sister Eileen Woodbury has been given notice that her services will no longer be needed. The 58-year-old nun has been educating children for more than 30 years.
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Obama Signs Health Care Reform into Law: IRS Becomes Bounty Hunter AgencyAnd what will the Internal Revenue Service do to people who don't buy health insurance? Seize their assets? Send them to jail?
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Diary of a Rescued Race Horse: The Story of a True ChampionThis is the true story of how a horse who was bred to be a champion, was rescued after she fell into the wrong hands. She gave all she had to people who abused her. Now she deserves something in return.
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Toyota Puts Profits Ahead of Customer Safety: Government Hearings ScheduledToyota under fire. Newly released documents point to cost cutting measures that sacrificed Toyota customer safety.
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Local Car Dealer Called a Hero After Rescuing Two Stranded DogsIf not for the heroic efforts of workers at a local car dealership, two dogs might be dead right now.
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Bank of America Forecloses on Home with No Mortgage - BOA Rep. Says Sorry (Video)Bank of America ignored complaints from the homewowners with no mortgage and foreclosed on the house anyway.
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How to Introduce a New Kitten to Your Older CatIntroducing a new kitten to your older cat can be easier by following a few simple steps.
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Florida Freezing Again (Video)Just when Floridians thought they could laugh in the face of the northerners digging out from under snow drifts the height of full-grown adults, Mother Nature laughs louder.
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If the New Conservative Movement Had Their Way, What Would America Be Like?The wish list for the republican populist movement is a short one. They want to eliminate as much government control over as many aspects of life as they can.
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Michelle Bachmann Fueling Republican Drive to Kill Social SecurityThe voice of the hard right has taken flight in Michelle Bachmann (R-MN) who is calling for a plan to eliminate Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
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Faulty Breaks & Gas Petals Bring Toyota's Reputation to a Screeching HaltToyota, once known for its quality, is now known for just the opposite. The largest recall in history may be getting even larger, due to faulty breaks in the 2010 Prius Hybrid.
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The Rise & Fall of the American Economy: Is There Anything We Can Do to Stop It?When the government loses sight of the importance of its protectionist role, the system self-destructs.
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Tragedy Strikes at Tampa Bay Downs: Rider Killed in Morning WorkoutTragedy struck on the back stretch at Tampa Bay Downs when 60 year old exercise rider, Robert Shields was crushed to death when a horse reared and fell on him on February 1st. 2010.
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Is the American Economy Destined to Fail?We are no longer a country that gives its greatest rewards to those who work the hardest. We have become a nation that financially rewards those who scheme the best.
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Census Dilemma: Adding Up the Homeless as Foreclosures Send More People into the StreetsWhatever the final homeless number adds up to, it will still be too high to ignore. Homelessness is a tragedy, no matter how you count it.
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Republicans Get Public Spanking in State of the Union AddressJust saying no to everything may be good short-term politics, but it's not leadership.
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Help for Homeowners in Foreclosure is in the MailboxIt is happening in Hernando County, Florida, and may be happening throughout the United States. Banks are taking homes without being required to confirm notice to homeowners of their court date.
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Help for Homeowners in Foreclosure: Where Do You Go After the Bank Takes Your Home?Keeping a roof over your head is a tremendous source of stress for people facing foreclosure. However, a new trend is emerging as a solution to the housing crisis.
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Abortions Will Go on - with or Without Roe V WadeOpponents of Roe v Wade are being naïve if they believe that simply overturning the law will suddenly stop abortion. It will not - any more than murdering the doctor who performs them will stop it.
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Rush Limbaugh:Love Him or Hate Him (video Collection)You either love Rush Limbaugh or you hate him. He just has that effect on people.
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With Limbaugh & Robertson the US Doesn't Need EnemiesRush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson once again prove that they are insensitive idiots.
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Is Harry Reid a Racist or is it Just Republican Spin?Politics is a dirty game. But you have to wonder if it would be quite as dirty as it has been, if the president were not black.
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The Second Great Depression: What the Future May Hold for AmericaEconomists warn that a second great depression is likely and it is impossible to say if there is anything the government can do to stop it.
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Local Governements Putting Money Before Safety at Traffic LightsIn an effort to make up for budget shortfalls, giving out tickets at intersections is taking priority over safety.
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Obama Gets One Right - so If You Use Credit Cards, Beware the Revenge of the BanksPick on Barack Obama if you like, but he got this one right.
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Democrats Defecting: Are Barack Obama Coat Tails Too Short for the 2010 Elections?Is it really bad for our country to make it illegal for corporations to use stockholders' money to make risky loans? Sell bad mortgages? Run pansy schemes?
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Blaming Barack Obama for Eight Years of George W.BushLet's not forget that a lot of the mess Obama is dealing with right now was inherited from the previous president, George W. Bush.
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How Far Will the Party of "No" Go in 2010?No matter what the democrats suggested, the republican answer was "no." The republicans are acting like sore losers.
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Where the Jobs Are & How to Get Them:Top 10 Industries to Get You Off the Unemployment LineWhere the jobs are and how to get them.
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Housing Market Recovery: The Great Economic DeceptionThe spin machine is in motion with great news on our comatose economy. Home sales are up. But the numbers do not reflect what is really going on in the market place.
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Economists Predict High Unemployment for the Next 10 Years May Profoundly Change AmericaA new generation may grow up less accustomed to seeing a credit card as a virtual, endless supply of money.
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Local Unemployment Rate Soars: Hernando County Hit HardWhether you call it a depression or recession seems to depend on where you live. For the people of Hernando County, the numbers are undeniable. This county is in a depression.
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2009 Gave Us Much More Than a New VocabularyAs soon as we move past the health care battle, reality may hit us and we'll realize that America is still in some very deep holes. Just because we don't talk about a problem, doesn't make it go away.
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A Christmas Card to the Families of ForeclosureA Christmas card for the families of foreclosure
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All I Want for Christmas is Health Care ReformMedicare seems to have what everyone wants. The problem is - only a few people can have it.
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Twas' the Week Before Christmas: A Bedtime Story on Health CareThe classic Christmas poem with a modern day political twist
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Obama Losing Support on All SidesSupport for Obama is eroding from all sides, as the economy continues to slide and the health care debate drags on.
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Democracy Dies Under the Hand of Joe LiebermanWhat started out as an attempt to make health care affordable and available to everyone, has turned into something that will achieve the opposite.
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More Americans Dying from Lack of Health Care Than from 9/11 Attacks on the World Trade CenterIf we continue to ignore the people who are dying from lack of health care, it will continue to kill more Americans than the 9/11 attacks on The World Trade Center.
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Joe Lieberman and Wife in Bed with Insurance CompaniesJoe Lieberman has accepted more than $110,000 from Aetna in campaign contributions so far this year, and his wife was on the payroll as an "unofficial" lobbyist for health insurance company giants.
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The "Eyes" Have It: Bargain Priced Mascara that Gets it RightWant your makeup to look its best for the holidays without breaking the bank? Try this new mascara.
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What We Really Need to Make Our Healthcare System WorkUnless we move toward a system that is not pitting doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies against one another in their quest for profits, we will never have true reform.
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Banking Bailout is More like Banking ScamWhen risky business became the standard for banks, it was just a matter of time before the odds turned against them. Was it gambling, stupidity or just plain greed?
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Afghanistan is a War We Can't AffordRegardless of the political environment there, with the collapse of our banking system, housing market, and record unemployment, just think of all we could do if we spent our Afghan war budget right here.
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Obama Administration Taking Aim at Lenders Too Quick to ForecloseIt remains apparent that our banking system and economy will not "correct" on its own. Since lenders are still unwilling to work out long-term solutions for overall economic stability, the Obama Administration is stepping up pressure on lenders.
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What Really Happens If Healthcare Reform Dies?Is the healthcare debate, like the banking crisis, about profits?
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Florida Rep. Grayson Speaks Out on Healthcare ReformThe partisan politics of the healthcare debate is damaging our Democracy
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Poll Says Government Corruption is Driving Healthcare ReformFew think we can get an honest vote on healthcare reform
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Thanksgiving is Better Than Thanks-gettingIt would seem that thanks-giving can lead to thanks-getting, and it's all good no matter how you keep score.
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Sarah Palin Claims Big Government is the Reason for Our Economic WoesBlaming our economic problems on big government may fool some of the people some of the time...How Sarah Palin perceives anything is the puzzle of the ages.
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Healthcare Reform: Politics as Usual or Government Corruption?As the healthcare battle rages on, many question the motives of the players
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Halloween on Capitol HillWith everything about the Capitol as frightening as it is this year, one has to wonder if there is any Halloween costume that can be scarier than a politician.
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Are Republicans Putting Party Before Country?The "party of - no" has been accused by some, of putting loyalty to insurance industry lobbyists ahead of the good of the country.
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Obama Helping Women Get Equal Pay in the WorkplaceEqual pay for equal work is something we would all like to believe we have made progress on during the past 30 years. Yet, despite decades of progress, women still make only 77 cents for every dollar a man makes.
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The Future of Healthcare in AmericaAn interesting piece of history that is very relevant right now.
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Does the Economic Recovery Begin when "taxed Out of Existence" Policy Ends?The answers to our economic woes do not lie in handouts to Wall Street. It lives is in a hand-up for the small entrepreneurs that bring creativity and unique flavor to our local streets and neighborhoods.
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Taxpayers Mislead on TARP FundsThe concept of the TARP fund was originally sold to Congress as a way for banks and mortgage-holders to make up for their losses on bad mortgages. Yet, somewhere in the midst of the economic panic, the actual use of the money changed.
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America's Cultural BreakdownThere is a deep- seated frustration among Americans that began with money and will continue over money. It is about those who have it, those who control it, and those who hunger for it.
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Increasing Unemployment Casts Shadow on Hopes for Economic Recovery"Too big to fail" continues to be at the root of our economic woes
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Are You Ready to Go Back to More Than $4.00 Dollars a Gallon for Gas?If Israel attacks Iran, it would disrupt oil markets world-wide and likely send the price of oil past the record levels it set last year. We will all feel that at the pumps.
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Obama Reining in Banks on "rip-off" FeesAmong the new banking regulations being considered on Capitol Hill, is legislation that will force banks to end the practice of charging large overdraft fees without permission in advance.
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The Economic Collapse of America - What the Future May HoldThere is evidence to suggest that some elements of all 5 stages of economic collapse have already occurred in America.
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Courts Scramble to Help Banks Foreclose FasterWhile the economy continues to struggle,foreclosing faster may cause some to consider whether the Fifth Judicial Circuit is working "in the interest of justice" for individuals or for banks.
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America and the 5 Stages of Economic CollapseNo business, no jobs. No jobs, no economy. If you didn't think it could get worse, think again.
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Obama Disappoints Democrats on Heathcare ReformDemocrats in Congress are now threatening to refuse to vote in favor of a bill that does not include a public option,
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Government that WorksThe Kennedy's proved that government can work: Medicare, civil rights, minimum wage,and hundreds of other pieces of legislation were part of the powerful political machine.
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What America Might Be like Without the KennedysOf all the effects the Kennedy's have had on shaping the body of this nation, among the most profound, and perhaps the most visible is civil rights.
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What America Might Be like Without the Kennedys:For more than half a century, the Kennedy's brought the fight for the working class and the disabled into the lime light. Their contributions to American society gave a powerful voice to millions who would have otherwise remained in the shadows.
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Ted Kennedy 1932-2009The consummate public servant, millions of lives were changed forever by Ted Kennedy's body of work in the US Senate,, which spanned more than four decades.
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County Commissioner May Finally Be Getting the Message on JobsUnder present economic conditions, every job is worth saving.
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Path to Economic Recovery Riddled with HolesUnemployment, the housing crisis, and deregulation go hand in hand. The government needs to step up their efforts right now.
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Fact Check on President ObamaBirther's and those who question Obama's citizenship will be surprised at the data in this fact check on President Obama.
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Without the Government "Grandma" Might Have No Health Insurance at AllIf Grandma only knew - she already has a government run healthcare plan...
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Obama Considering Concessions on Healthcare BillPresident Obama lays out the details of some important elements in his reform plan, while negotiating compromise on insurance company issues.
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Wall Street Profits from Job Cuts While Gap Between Rich and Poor IncreasesFor the first time since the beginning of the 19th century, the majority of America's wealth is held by 1/100th of 1% of the population. There ever been such a great divide between the rich and poor in America.
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Why We Question President Obama's CitizenshipAmong the controversies surrounding President Obama in recent days has been the question of whether or not he is an American citizen.
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A Child and a Dog with a Heart-shaped Spot Are Friends for a LifetimeAn unscheduled stop in an unlikely location brought a special needs child and a dog together for a friendship that has lasted for years.
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Opponents to Healthcare Reform Continue to Miss the MessageThis is not about how rowdy the crowd gets or doesn't get in the presence of presidential level security. This is about understanding a proposal to repair the elements of our healthcare system that are inefficient and inadequate.
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Keep Your Over 40 Skin Looking Good for LessDon't let your over 40 skin fall victim to the economy. Here are some tips to help you keep the little luxuries that make you feel your best.
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Democrats Flex Their Political MuscleDespite the minority of extreme right wing individuals attempting to control America's agenda by making as much noise as possible, the law of majority rule remains intact.
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New Unemployment Numbers Do Not Mean More JobsOne tenth of a percent doesn't seem like much, but it's a step in the right direction. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the decrease in unemployment from 9.5% to 9.4% is significant because it is the first drop since early 2008.
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How to Deal with Your Twilight Crazed TeenagerLets face it, ladies. Who doesn't want the love of a man who is protective, devoted, loyal and promises never to bite you and turn you into a vampire?
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Does Talk Radio Promote Hate?The Secret Service investigation of WWJB AM talk show host Bob Haa has some locals concerned about the spread of hate on the air.
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Local Talk Radio Attack on President Obama Goes Too Far - Secret Service InvestigatingA local talk radio station host is under investigation by the Secret Service for an alleged on-air remark about President Obama. It has been reported that Bob Haa, of WWJB AM, told his listeners to "take up arms and shoot the President."
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Are Capitalists Destroying Capitalism?If Wall Street is allowed to believe in the Tooth Fairy, they may become the Grinch who stole our country.
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Tampa Bay Area Foreclosures Are Out of ControlIf local governments want to lead the way out of the housing crisis, they are going to have to cut property taxes, and attract jobs that pay more than minimum wage.
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Rules of the Road on the Cash for Clunkers ProgramIf you want to take advantage of the Cash for Clunkers program, you need to understand how it works.
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Hernando County, Florida, Residents Outraged by New Unemployment RateLocal residents are frustrated by the difficult job market.
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Dealing with the Pain of ForeclosureGetting through the pain of foreclosure is not easy. Learning to cope with the present can help you live better in the future.
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Abandoned Animals Fall Victim to the EconomyHorses are being abandoned in rural areas. What happens to them when they lose their homes?
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What the Healthcare Debate is Really All AboutThere should be little doubt in anyone's mind that the stumbling blocks to healthcare reform are about money and power.
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The Politics of Buying a New CarWhat you need to know before trading in on the Cash for Clunkers program
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Unemployment Continues to Fuel Housing CrisisGood paying jobs are the key to a thriving economy. But with so few opportunities available, more people are facing foreclosure.