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    Mother Jones: The Cancerous Connection That Supports The GOP

    Disgusted to learn that the Cancer a Treatment Centers of America funded my former Congressman's campaign, and how they expect a return on their investment. They still may have designs on this district, too. Leaked Docs: How a Secret FreedomWorks Donor Sought a Return on Its “Investments” | Mother Jones Internal records show how a Switzerland-based businessman oversaw millions in contributions to the tea party group. View this post on Google+

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    Next Year In Salt Lake?

    I just realized that next year, General Convention (of the Episcopal Church) is in Salt Lake. I still have some family there, must think about attending (probably not as a delegate). I'll be really sorry for PB Katharine's term to end, she's been an inspiring leader for me. Joint Nominating Committee presents final essay on presiding bishop [Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs press release] The Episcopal Church Joint Nominating Committee for the Election of the Presiding Bishop (JNCPB) has issued the following information. The Joint Nominating Committee for the Election of the Presiding Bishop (JNCPB) continues its work to…

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    Mother Jones: The Cancerous Connection That Supports The GOP

    Disgusted to learn that the Cancer a Treatment Centers of America funded my former Congressman's campaign, and how they expect a return on their investment. They still may have designs on this district, too. Leaked Docs: How a Secret FreedomWorks Donor Sought a Return on Its “Investments” | Mother Jones Internal records show how a Switzerland-based businessman oversaw millions in contributions to the tea party group. Read at Google+

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    We didn't go for the app

    Maybe next year? Reshared post from +Larry press Review of NBC's Tour de France app — three stars, five suggestionshttp://cis471.blogspot.com/2014/07/nbcs-tour-de-france-coverage-three.html At first, new media mimic old media and NBC's earlier attempts at covering live sporting events online was shaped by their traditional TV coverage — shoot video and insert commercials. This year, they have developed good ancillary data capability to go along with their video and dropped the commercials for a flat fee. Once they get the video and data synchronized and archived and I can lean back and watch the video or lean forward and play with the data,…

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    Review of NBC's Tour de France app — three stars, five suggestions

    We didn't go for the app. Maybe next year? Originally shared by +Larry press Review of NBC's Tour de France app — three stars, five suggestionshttp://cis471.blogspot.com/2014/07/nbcs-tour-de-france-coverage-three.html At first, new media mimic old media and NBC's earlier attempts at covering live sporting events online was shaped by their traditional TV coverage — shoot video and insert commercials. This year, they have developed good ancillary data capability to go along with their video and dropped the commercials for a flat fee. Once they get the video and data synchronized and archived and I can lean back and watch the video or lean…

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    Beware the Red Devil and Mankini Man

    The crazy outfits seen as the Tour de France riders go past are pretty eye-catching by design. I suspect it's all about getting caught on camera. Beware of the Mankini! I actually spotted him twice. One time the TdF rider did a double take. Fans watching the Tour de France 2014 – in pictures The Tour de France attracts spectators from all walks of life and their enthusiasm and ingenuity when supporting the riders is famous. They will do whatever it takes to see the race, relax in the sun when they’re waiting or use it for protest. View this…

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    Beware the Red Devil and Mankini Man

    The crazy outfits seen as the Tour de France riders go past are pretty eye-catching by design. I suspect it's all about getting caught on camera. Beware of the Mankini! I actually spotted him twice. One time the TdF rider did a double take. Fans watching the Tour de France 2014 – in pictures The Tour de France attracts spectators from all walks of life and their enthusiasm and ingenuity when supporting the riders is famous. They will do whatever it takes to see the race, relax in the sun when they’re waiting or use it for protest. Read at…

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    15512: A London Boris Bike

    15512: A London Boris Bike A day in the life of a London Boris bike Two brothers on a pilgrimage, a surgeon, a stunt double, a student in a rush: who rides a city bike, and why? We tag along for a day • And here’s what happened when we followed a Citibike around New York for a day View this post on Google+

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    15512: A London Boris Bike

    15512: A London Boris Bike A day in the life of a London Boris bike Two brothers on a pilgrimage, a surgeon, a stunt double, a student in a rush: who rides a city bike, and why? We tag along for a day • And here’s what happened when we followed a Citibike around New York for a day Read at Google+

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    Local Bike Shop, P.I

     Bike shop aids in police sting, helps recover stolen bicycles Bike mechanics at Heritage Bicycles used fast Facebook sleuthing to help reunite a stolen bike with its owner Monday evening, Chicago police officials said. View this post on Google+