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¡Hola Ronald Vega! Saludos desde Klarissa.
Posted by Klarissa Hudson in SP1-007 onQuerida Ronald Vega,
¡Hola! ¿ Qué mas? Me llamo Klarissa Hudson y tengo 14 años. Me cumple es el Julio 22nd. ¿ Cuåndo es tü cumple? Soy de Filedelfia. Hace mucho fresco pero mucho solo. ¿Que tiempo hace hoy en Maracaibo?
A ella le muy encanta cantar y bailar y escribe y leer. Sin embargo no me gusta nada comer y ir de compras y estudiar. Pero me muy muy muy encanta dibujar y salir con mi novio y escuchar musica y jugar videojuegos. ¿ Y a ti? ¿ Qué te gusta hacer en Maracaibo?
Es bastante baja y extraña. Es también deportista y trabajadora. Es a veces sola y platicar con amigos. Es morena baja marron y marron ojos. Es ademås una mezla de razas. ¿ Y tü? ¿ Como eres?
Bueno, me voy porque tengo que dormir. Adios amigo.
Klarissa Hudson
¡Hola! ¿ Qué mas? Me llamo Klarissa Hudson y tengo 14 años. Me cumple es el Julio 22nd. ¿ Cuåndo es tü cumple? Soy de Filedelfia. Hace mucho fresco pero mucho solo. ¿Que tiempo hace hoy en Maracaibo?
A ella le muy encanta cantar y bailar y escribe y leer. Sin embargo no me gusta nada comer y ir de compras y estudiar. Pero me muy muy muy encanta dibujar y salir con mi novio y escuchar musica y jugar videojuegos. ¿ Y a ti? ¿ Qué te gusta hacer en Maracaibo?
Es bastante baja y extraña. Es también deportista y trabajadora. Es a veces sola y platicar con amigos. Es morena baja marron y marron ojos. Es ademås una mezla de razas. ¿ Y tü? ¿ Como eres?
Bueno, me voy porque tengo que dormir. Adios amigo.
Con cariño,
Klarissa Hudson
Mi amiga Leah y yo. (Left is Leah. Right is me.)
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¡Hola! Mariana Torres.
Posted by Angelina Pingitore in SP1-007 on¡Hola!
- Angelina Pingitore :)
Estoy tan emocionada de poder escribir. Bien, Mi nombre es Angelina. Soy de Filadelfia se conoce como "La Ciudad de Amor Fraternal." Yo tener dos hermanos y cero hermanas. Mi cumpleaños es 04 de diciembre. Tengo 15 años. lo que me gusta hacer es platicar con amigos y estar de vaga. Salir con mi novio y ir al cine y hablar por teléfono. No me gusta nada leer y ir a la escuela. Tengo un mejor amigo, pero él murió el año pasado, Se fue a la playa y se ahogó en el agua. Así que perdí a mi mejor amigo. ¿Tienes un mejor amigo? si es así ¿cuál es su nombre? ¿Qué te gusta hacer? ¿Le gusta practicar deportes como el fútbol? ¿Estás contento de estar yo escribiendo? así que voy a hacer la tarea para escribir de nuevo tan prontocomo puedas!
- Angelina Pingitore :)
^ esta es una imagen de mí y de mi novio^
^Esta es una imagen de mí, Angelina.^
Esta soy yo y mis amigos. Estoy en el lado izquierdo en la parte delantera. ^
Estoy en el rincón de una pequeña caja con mi perro
Esta soy yo y mi mejor amigo :)
"La Ciudad de Amor Fraternal." !
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Kern Clarke - Lobbying Blog Post #3
Posted by Kern Clarke in AMGOV-004 onWhile there hasn't been an official policy regarding my lobbying topic. There have been many strides to keep that from having to happen. Such as the formation of many different committees and departments that are prepared to deal with the current issues with a short term fix.
The allies that are needed in order to help move this issue are people such as the city council members from the respective parts of Philadelphia that are mainly being represented which are most because only Center City isn't being represented. It will also be very helpful if the person in charge of the streets department is Clarena I. W. Tolson was an ally because she is in charge of most clean up projects that happen in the city of Philadelphia, and has a very large following when it comes too those kinds of things.
The main organizations that are working on this issue are organizations such as the PMBC (Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee) and the City Of Philadelphia Streets Department. The Philadelphia streets department are the ones in charge with everything having to do with the streets of Philadelphia. The Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee are a committee are a part of the Streets Department's Sanitation Division. They were formed specifically to allow residents of neighborhoods to take action and organize block cleanings.
Philadelphia Streets Department: http://1.usa.gov/18UaSe
PMBC: http://1.usa.gov/rK1g74
The person in charge of the streets department is Clarena I. W. Tolson.
There are many ways to get them to assist me in my lobbying but not directly. For example the have an online request form for traffic control signs. They also have their very own hotline that deals with requesting "curb your dog", and "no littering" signs. They make you contact the PMBC.
Street Sign Form: http://bit.ly/u0oYDo
Sanation Street Sign Hotline: 215 685-3981
Philadelphia Greenworks Project:
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The allies that are needed in order to help move this issue are people such as the city council members from the respective parts of Philadelphia that are mainly being represented which are most because only Center City isn't being represented. It will also be very helpful if the person in charge of the streets department is Clarena I. W. Tolson was an ally because she is in charge of most clean up projects that happen in the city of Philadelphia, and has a very large following when it comes too those kinds of things.
The main organizations that are working on this issue are organizations such as the PMBC (Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee) and the City Of Philadelphia Streets Department. The Philadelphia streets department are the ones in charge with everything having to do with the streets of Philadelphia. The Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee are a committee are a part of the Streets Department's Sanitation Division. They were formed specifically to allow residents of neighborhoods to take action and organize block cleanings.
Philadelphia Streets Department: http://1.usa.gov/18UaSe
PMBC: http://1.usa.gov/rK1g74
The person in charge of the streets department is Clarena I. W. Tolson.
There are many ways to get them to assist me in my lobbying but not directly. For example the have an online request form for traffic control signs. They also have their very own hotline that deals with requesting "curb your dog", and "no littering" signs. They make you contact the PMBC.
Street Sign Form: http://bit.ly/u0oYDo
Sanation Street Sign Hotline: 215 685-3981
Philadelphia Greenworks Project:
Silverman Q2 Media Fluency
Posted by Alaina Silverman in TECH9-001 onMy slide is a direct play off of my English Me Magazine (the two articles with the most focus were about baking scones, and axolotls). I also kept the magazine's original color scheme, so it was a bit tricky trying to keep the contrast balanced so that the dark indigo wouldn't swallow the lighter teal.
The words AXOLOTLS and LOVE are written over the upper lefthand third of the keynote, so that and the stark colors should help eye movement. Since the cream color used for SCONES is the least exciting though it has the most contrast, I made it the biggest word. In a slightly darker color there is a small mirroring effect, also an attempt to let SCONES have a large impact. Generally, people look at the largest, brightest aspect first and I hoped to use this to my advantage.
Something like: Suddenly there is a big sign saying SCONES! What ever could it be referring to?
Also, the different font (which has serifs) also gives the word a more elegant feel which I feel embodies an actual scone; in the same way, the letter font for AXOLOTLS and LOVE are without serifs and are a bit more playful.
I decided not to use an actual picture as I am unfamiliar with using multimedia in that manner, and it would detract from the overall slide as a result. Using several different colors was my way of creating more interest.
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The words AXOLOTLS and LOVE are written over the upper lefthand third of the keynote, so that and the stark colors should help eye movement. Since the cream color used for SCONES is the least exciting though it has the most contrast, I made it the biggest word. In a slightly darker color there is a small mirroring effect, also an attempt to let SCONES have a large impact. Generally, people look at the largest, brightest aspect first and I hoped to use this to my advantage.
Something like: Suddenly there is a big sign saying SCONES! What ever could it be referring to?
Also, the different font (which has serifs) also gives the word a more elegant feel which I feel embodies an actual scone; in the same way, the letter font for AXOLOTLS and LOVE are without serifs and are a bit more playful.
I decided not to use an actual picture as I am unfamiliar with using multimedia in that manner, and it would detract from the overall slide as a result. Using several different colors was my way of creating more interest.
Lobbying education reform 3
Posted by Elona Myftaraj in AMGOV-003 on The status of my lobbying topic, education reform is not doing very well as of this year. There has not been much change between the committee and council members that support my topic. There has been a lot of talk but no real action with education reform. President Obama gave a speech in July of 2011 and again on september 23 2011, stating that his administration would provide relief from the no child left behind act, he directed secretary Duncan to move forward with plans to provide flexibility to states looking for greater relief under the law, this law was supposed to make sure that every child got an excellent education.
Even though this was set to take place, very little change to be seen. In fact there has been more negative change then positive. Because of the failing economy the Pennsylvania public schools with about $1.5 billion in education sector cuts and a 50% cut for state-owned/funded four-year colleges. This has caused many several schools such as Cardinal Dougherty to shut down. There has been a lot of talk and few meeting about education reform, but no real action has taken place to benefit education.
I also found several places during my search, places that I could visit in order to sit in on the meetings regarding education reform. At some of these place if and when I get a chance to speak I will bring up foreign education systems. What is working for the other countries such as Germany, South Korea, and Japan that is not working for the states. During these meeting I also wish to bring up the case of the feeling that the schools bring to kids, and whether we should change it. Whether we want the kids to fear or feel safe in schools, are all things to bring up. The representation of US schools in the world community is also of concern and something that should be discussed. The fact that neighborhood schools in the states are in conditions compared to at times worse then jail is a growing concern. In the past being educated and able to attend school was a privilege and a dream for a lot of kids, now days it is seen as a nightmare waiting to end. Its time to change the views students have on school to a positive one.
http://www.cardinaldougherty.org/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDs-QSwLls8&feature=fvst
http://www2.ed.gov/about/overview/budget/budget11/summary/edlite-section1.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLzCBAFStm0
http://www.psea.org/general.aspx?id=7882
Even though this was set to take place, very little change to be seen. In fact there has been more negative change then positive. Because of the failing economy the Pennsylvania public schools with about $1.5 billion in education sector cuts and a 50% cut for state-owned/funded four-year colleges. This has caused many several schools such as Cardinal Dougherty to shut down. There has been a lot of talk and few meeting about education reform, but no real action has taken place to benefit education.
I also found several places during my search, places that I could visit in order to sit in on the meetings regarding education reform. At some of these place if and when I get a chance to speak I will bring up foreign education systems. What is working for the other countries such as Germany, South Korea, and Japan that is not working for the states. During these meeting I also wish to bring up the case of the feeling that the schools bring to kids, and whether we should change it. Whether we want the kids to fear or feel safe in schools, are all things to bring up. The representation of US schools in the world community is also of concern and something that should be discussed. The fact that neighborhood schools in the states are in conditions compared to at times worse then jail is a growing concern. In the past being educated and able to attend school was a privilege and a dream for a lot of kids, now days it is seen as a nightmare waiting to end. Its time to change the views students have on school to a positive one.
http://www.cardinaldougherty.org/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDs-QSwLls8&feature=fvst
http://www2.ed.gov/about/overview/budget/budget11/summary/edlite-section1.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLzCBAFStm0
http://www.psea.org/general.aspx?id=7882
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrNTE7nNVkY
http://www.myfoxphilly.com/dpp/news/budget_reform/030811-education-slammed-in-pa.-budget-cuts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbGQjA9pH4I&feature=fvst
http://www.whitehouse.gov/issues/education
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh6-cauZkzo
http://www.esquire.com/blogs/politics/education-reform-2011-obama-5054121
Net Neutrality: Blog post #3
Posted by William Marsh in AMGOV-004 onNet neutrality is a huge issue in today's society. Much of the first world takes fair and equal internet access for granted. In fact, the internet has become such an important tool for communication that the UN has declared internet access a human right, one which a government would need very good cause to censor. But there is another side to this on going debate. Last month Representative Lamar Smith announced SOPA, also known as the Stop Piracy Online Act. In short, SOPA would make websites responsible for the content posted by their users, and effectively make violating a sites terms of service a felony. SOPA, like it says aims to stop piracy online, but in the process would allow for sites to be blocked because of users posting unauthorized streaming of copyrighted content (that cover your band did of a famous song? Yep, that counts. The tribute video you made using copyrighted music as the soundtrack? That counts too). Basically a few bad apples would spoil the batch, and cause a website to be blocked. Obviously this poses a threat to website owners because their lively hood depends on web traffic, and having an entire country (particularly one as large as the US) being unable to visit would significantly reduce their traffic. To combat this, websites would have to moderate everything that is posted, and effectively restrict everyone's ability to post freely.
Last Wednesday (November 16th, 2011), Congress had a hearing on SOPA. Despite a massive, almost instantaneous response from the internet, including web giants such as Google, Yahoo and Facebook, the hearing in Congress hardly mirrored this. Of the six people invited to testify, five were proponents and only one opposed SOPA. Thankfully despite a bit of a shaky show against SOPA that day, it appears that there is still significant support where it counts; Congress. House Democratic leader, Nancy Pelosi tweeted this message last week regarding SOPA "Need to find a better solution than #SOPA #Don'tBreakTheInternet." Outside of Congress, the main opponents of SOPA are large tech giants, those who make their lively hood through a free and open internet, whereas the proponents of SOPA are largely film and record companies, those who suffer from online privacy. While the goal is noble, the method is outlandish. Ultimately SOPA doesn't look like it has a very promising future, but it's a scary possibility that cannot be ignored and needs action, and soon. If we don't act quickly, we may be seeing a lot more of this in the near future.
Blog Post #3: Funding for After school programs in Philadelphia
Posted by Natalie Sanchez in AMGOV-004 onBy Natalie Sanchez
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The city council of Philadelphia has a department of parks and recreation. In their list of “strategic objectives,” they include their goal to “In an inclusive environment, provide a broad range of “out of school time” offerings, including after school programs...” This is the group of people appointed to fund and create after school programs for students in Philadelphia. In city council, Anne Marie Dunne and Iris Howard are both in charge of the after school programs in Philadelphia. None of these programs, however are given enough public support or publicity; you need to sift through piles of information on the web in order to get to their webpages. In city council, there are many resolutions and communications regarding after school programs in Philadelphia on file. Mayor Nutter is a big supporter of after school programs in Philadelphia, as he refers to the amount of money put forth to Philadelphia afters school programs in several of his budget addresses to city council. The most recent resolution adopted by the city council regarding funding for educational programs like after school programs in Philadelphia was Legislation 100173, sponsored by council members Rizzo, Miller, Greenlee, Green, Jones, and Kenney. The first time it was introduced to council, it was recessed. The second time it was introduced the same, it was adopted.
In order to lobby after school programs, I would first have to speak with my council member representative, which is Frank DiCicco. This will help me get a good grip on the council members and will help me make a stronger claim. On the other hand, I might not have to go that far because there are already resolutions and programs made to back up my lobbying topic. I could just talk to either Anne Marie Dunne or Iris Howard, who are in charge of the after school programs of Philadelphia. This way I can ask them how I can get involved in moving things forward.
There are also a variety of programs that I can coordinate with in order to lend a helping hand to the after school programs that already exist in Philadelphia. For example, there is a chain of “Just children” daycares/after school programs throughout the state of Pennsylvania. They take care children from toddlers to 6th grade students and have activities for kids of all ages to keep them busy and out of trouble during hours where they would normally be alone or unattended. The 21st century community learning centers initiative, “the only federal program dedicated to after school,” also works to fund after school programs throughout the nation, including the state of Pennsylvania. Cap 4 kids is an advocacy program that also works to give kids a place to stay after school. I can simply find the contact information for the person in charge of these programs and try to see if they have an upcoming meetings to activities near my district and help out in this way.
My best bet of getting results is to begin speaking with local after school programs and organizations and to try and see if I can volunteer or visit them. I found that there is an after school program on Montgomery Ave., close to me. I have found the name and contact information of the person in charge of this program, Edward Carpenter. The business hours for this after school program from Monday to Friday are 3:00pm to 6:00 pm. I can call Mr. Carpenter and ask to see how I can volunteer in the program, or set up a date where I can speak with him about what process people have to go through to open or run an after school program. I must call to schedule this appointment or interview during a week day from 3:00 to 6:00pm.
Resources:
http://fairmountpark.org/%5Cpdf%5CStrategic%20Objectives%20Final.pdf
http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/policy21stcclc.cfm
http://justchildren.reachlocal.net/locations.html
http://www.phila.gov/recreation/After_School_Program.html
http://www.corbisimages.com/stock-photo/rights-managed/42-16849616/happy-elementary-school-students
Bike Paths FTW! Lobbying Post #3
Posted by Natasha Ashby in AMGOV-004 onThis is a good year for my issue just because people are becoming aware of the issue at hand at a much quicker rate than before. Many philadelphians bike and it is crucial that more bike paths be placed within the city. As I mentioned in my first blog post, Philadelphia is the 2nd biggest city full of bikers. Because of people and organizations like the Bicycle Coalition and Councilman William Greenlee, the idea of more bike paths is making head way.
Recently, a bike corral was placed on Walnut street between 16th and 17th. However, it is not permanent. They are people advertising, fundraising and spreading the word to raise enough money to make it permanent. On September 16th, the Bicycle Coalition of the greater Philadelphia with the Mayor's office of transportation came together to get the corral. Dero Bike Racks loaned it to them.
"We think it looks fabulous, and it has been a big hit with cyclists, who have been using it daily to lock up while running errands and visiting Center City businesses. We want to make this rack permanent! (Although we're not sure of the exact location--that needs to be worked out with the Parking Authority)."
"We think it looks fabulous, and it has been a big hit with cyclists, who have been using it daily to lock up while running errands and visiting Center City businesses. We want to make this rack permanent! (Although we're not sure of the exact location--that needs to be worked out with the Parking Authority)."
We have officials such as Councilman Bill Greenlee and Mayor's Office of Transportation. The Bicycle Coalition of the greater Philadelphia has been on top of making the citizens and officials of Philadelphia aware of things that need to happen regarding the bike paths.
November 3rd, 2011 - Councilman Greenlee became active with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. While at the assembly questions were asked and answered by both parties. There were many issues surrounding biking issues and how to fix them.
Key question: "Would you support the installation of innovative infrastructure such as buffered bike lanes, like those on Spruce and Pine, on a select number of streets to create a citywide bicycle network that is safe and inviting to ride for those from age 8 to 80?."
This question is important because it touches on what my lobbying topic is all about. There needs to be more safer ways for citizens of all ages to commute throughout the city. Greenlee said that he "supports bike lanes when they are safe and where communities are directly involved in the process. I believe there are streets where bike lanes are not safe for bikers, pedestrians and drivers."
Bicycling Coalition Questionnaire with Bill Greenlee
"Bicyclists like bike lanes, and they like buffered bike lanes even better. The Bicycle Coalition’s counts found streets with bike lanes had more cyclists than streets without them, and had more growth in bicyclists than streets without bike lanes.They also have more female bicyclists, less sidewalk riding, less wrong way riding, and more cyclists wearing helmets than streets without bike lanes. The buffered bike lanes had the same result, but even more amplified. These results confirm that better behavior goes hand in hand with better bicycling facilities. Facilities like buffered bike lanes make bicyclists feel safer."
November 3rd, 2011 - Councilman Greenlee became active with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. While at the assembly questions were asked and answered by both parties. There were many issues surrounding biking issues and how to fix them.
Key question: "Would you support the installation of innovative infrastructure such as buffered bike lanes, like those on Spruce and Pine, on a select number of streets to create a citywide bicycle network that is safe and inviting to ride for those from age 8 to 80?."
This question is important because it touches on what my lobbying topic is all about. There needs to be more safer ways for citizens of all ages to commute throughout the city. Greenlee said that he "supports bike lanes when they are safe and where communities are directly involved in the process. I believe there are streets where bike lanes are not safe for bikers, pedestrians and drivers."
Bicycling Coalition Questionnaire with Bill Greenlee
Mayor Nutter is essential to the outcome of the bike paths. He has said : "I support Bike Share. We have explored this issue, and I very mindful of initial or start-up costs and would be interested in proposals that minimize City costs."
Jeremiah Cunningham's Slide Presentation
Posted by Jeremiah Cunningham in TECH9-002 onBasically, what i did was took a lot of pictures from what i like doing, enjoy watching, and some of my favorite things in life all into one slide. My color scheme is my special one which consists of pictures of my favorite people and celebrities. This project was all about me and my likes. I hope that people get a chance to see my life and get to walk in my shoes. i really dont have words on my slides because i wanted the person looking at it to use context clues in order to see what i am saying.
¡Hola!, David
Posted by Audrey Pham in SP1-005 on¡Hola!, David ¿Qué tal?
Mi nombre Audrey. Soy de Filadelfia. Una ciudad entre la xiudad de la nueva york y le capital. Tengo cortorce años. Tambien, añádme en facebook “Audrey Pham”. Me Gusta domir, comer, relajar, y jugar videojuegos. No me gusta nada escribir, leer, y dorrer. ¿yá ti? A veces me gusta cantar. Odio practucar deportes. Soy un poquito perezosa, inteligente, y sociable. ¿como eres yu? Tengo uno hermanoso. Soy vero con mi familia. ¿y tú? No tengo hermanas. Mi hermano es bobo y loco. Jajajajaja! Mi familia es hablador. Como es tu familia? Lo siento, bueno, me voy porque tengo que estudiar. Adios! Respondo cuando puendas.
Concariño,
Audrey
Stem Cell Research Status - Blase Biello
Posted by Blase Biello in AMGOV-004 onSTEM CELL RESEARCH AND 2011
It's safe to say that stem cell research has come a significantly long way, considering it had absolutely no funding before the 21st century. In fact,
a breakthrough operation has just taken place marking a huge step in the progression of stem cell research.
Richard Grosjean (seen above) suffers from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and he has become the first person "to be injected with stem cells in the upper part of the spinal cord". His operation actually happened this Monday (11/21/11), and as of right now, everything went successfully. The operation was basically to make sure that it is safe to use stem cells and wont cause any further damage. However, since stem cell usage is fairly, this is a HUGE step. You can read the full article here. (http://bit.ly/w5dFWD via CNN)As of this year, 2011, the status of my issue at legislature is still shaky, as of right now, U.S. Republican Diana DeGette has introduced The Stem Cell Research Advancement Act of 2011 (H.R. 2376). She introduced this act on June 24, 2011 but unfortunately it has not yet been reported by Committee. Many officials have supported stem cell research and actually the act proposed by DeGette has 19 Cosponsors backing it. It would be an understatement to say that stem cell research gets substantial media exposure. In fact, it's one of the hottest topics right now - and will definitely be a highly debated topic around election time in 2012. There are many opponents of stem cell research usually coming from religious groups and anti-abortion groups, that have definitely done their part to slow the roll in passage of full stem cell research funding. Although, this specific act has not yet been passed into law, many states have still authorized funding for stem cell research under President Obama's Executive Order 13505 (Removing Barriers to Responsible Scientific Research Involving Human Stem Cells).
A list of the states' activity can be found here : http://bit.ly/rEUVlJ
Further following of H.R. 2376 here : http://bit.ly/v1QmEh
More info on H.R. 2376 here : http://bit.ly/kz67kU
More info on opponents : http://fxn.ws/9zYV4i
More info on EO (Federal Policy) : http://1.usa.gov/tyTU1x
(muscle cells derived from human embryonic stem cells)
After reading the Health Law Institute's (University of Alberta) Health Law Review, written by Robin Downey and Rose Geransar, I've learned more about the stakeholders of stem cell research (SCR). According to these authors, who I couldn't agree more with, the main stakeholders of SCR are the medical patient groups who stay affiliated with the medical community. Also, the scientists who work with stem cells are some of the main stakeholders. But, who we really need to back full funding for stem cell research, is the politicians in the House of Representatives and the Senate. The more support, the quicker the bill (H.R. 2376) gets passed into federal law. But, with Obama's federal policy, stem cell research is fairly active.
Read full Health Law Review : http://bit.ly/sAuCYl
There are many supporters of SCR, and many politicians are actively supporting SCR. The top dogs however, in my opinion, are the 19 cosponsors of H.R. 2376 as well as the proposer, Diana DeGette (R). Influencing friends and anyone I can to support SCR for the plethora of good reasons is something that I can do to help gain SCR support one step at a time. The time frame doesn't really exist because diseases will always exist, it's just a matter of when stem cell research will be fully federally funded and really start getting the ball rolling on tackling some of these 'uncurable' diseases. As of right now H.R. 2376 is still stuck in Committee with no signs as to when it will be reported out and move to it's next step into becoming federal law. Support SCR!
Sources:
Falco, Miriam. "Operation Marks Another Step Forward in Stem Cell Research - CNN.com." CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News. Web. 22 Nov. 2011. <http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/21/health/stem-cells-als/?hpt=he_c2>.
"ROTH Capital Partners to Co-Sponsor the 2011 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa on Nov. 29 -- Dec. 1, 2011 - MarketWatch." MarketWatch - Stock Market Quotes, Business News, Financial News. Web. 22 Nov. 2011. <http://www.marketwatch.com/story/roth-capital-partners-to-co-sponsor-the-2011-stem-cell-meeting-on-the-mesa-on-nov-29-dec-1-2011-2011-11-22>.
"H.R. 2376: Stem Cell Research Advancement Act of 2011 (GovTrack.us)."GovTrack.us: Tracking the U.S. Congress. Web. 22 Nov. 2011. <http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h112-2376>.
Semaj Smith. Lobbyist Blog #3
Posted by Semaj Smith-Hobbs in AMGOV-004 on I think this is a good year for my
issue, so far there are 29 elected officials that cosponsor the bill on the electoral
college. I would say that there is a good amount of media behind my
issue, there are many articles such as this one that say the Electoral College
is past its prime. 
( Electoral Votes in 2009)
There are many officials working on this event especially all 29 of the cosponsors that are trying to pass this bill before the next election. I don’t think there is too much for me to coordinate but if I could get in contact with Councilman Chaka Fattah I could just let him know that I a interested in what he stood for and I would like to be apart of abolishing the electoral college then that would be a perfect start to making moves.
My opponents on this issue would be any representative that has
benefited from the electoral college. There are some people that are in favor
of the electoral college and have many arguments as to why the electoral
college should stay in place. There has been a joint resolution written up that states that
the President and Vice President will be elected jointly but they have to have
the most votes in favor of their team to be officially elected.
I think the public is extremely essential to this outcome because if
they all take the time to raise their voices we could get a faster and more
effective response on what we want and need as a people. I think if I can get some city officials on my side or at east
get them to listen to me then I can make more of a difference because I will
have an adult support system to back me up on what I’m saying.
There are many officials working on this event especially all 29 of the cosponsors that are trying to pass this bill before the next election. I don’t think there is too much for me to coordinate but if I could get in contact with Councilman Chaka Fattah I could just let him know that I a interested in what he stood for and I would like to be apart of abolishing the electoral college then that would be a perfect start to making moves.
I think I can influence people my age because I know how to relate to them to make them care about issues. There is no specific timeframe for my issue but it would be amazing if this bill could be passed before the next election so that all votes are held and accounted for the way they are cast.
So far no dates have been set to move
forward with this bill but there has been some progress and actions made which
is progression already.
¡Hola Javimar!
Posted by Chris Tran in SP1-006 onQuerido: Javimar
¡Hola! Me llamo Chris Tran.Tengo 15 años.Mi compleaños es el vientitres de noviembre. Soy de Vietnam pero vivo en Filadelfia.En Filadelfia hace mucho calor en el verano pero frío en el invierno.Me gusta practicar el Beisból y tambien el Fútbol Americano. No me gusta nada estudiar ni tampoco leer. Me fascina Rascal Flatts y tambien The Band Perry. Sin embargo, no me gusta nada Britney Spears. Soy perezoso de estudiar pero soy inteligente porque trabajo. Quiero saber mas sobre de ti como ¿qué te gusta hacer en Maracaibo? ¿Qué música te gusta hacer? ¿Cuantos años tienes tú? Bueno, me voy porque necessito dormir. ¡Adios!
Con cariño,
Chris Tran
¡Hola! Me llamo Chris Tran.Tengo 15 años.Mi compleaños es el vientitres de noviembre. Soy de Vietnam pero vivo en Filadelfia.En Filadelfia hace mucho calor en el verano pero frío en el invierno.Me gusta practicar el Beisból y tambien el Fútbol Americano. No me gusta nada estudiar ni tampoco leer. Me fascina Rascal Flatts y tambien The Band Perry. Sin embargo, no me gusta nada Britney Spears. Soy perezoso de estudiar pero soy inteligente porque trabajo. Quiero saber mas sobre de ti como ¿qué te gusta hacer en Maracaibo? ¿Qué música te gusta hacer? ¿Cuantos años tienes tú? Bueno, me voy porque necessito dormir. ¡Adios!
Con cariño,
Chris Tran
Este es mi equipo de beisból favorito:
Mis tres mas favorito jugadores son Roy Halladay,Cliff Lee y Adrian Gonzales.
¡Hola! Carlos
Posted by Katharine Walker in SP1-005 onQuerido Carlos,
Con carino,
Katie
Lobbying Issue: Funding for Philly Youth Poetry Movement (Phase Three)
Posted by Chelsea Starks in AMGOV-003 onThe status of my legislature seems to be in a "good" year because
majority of my representatives (local) support PYPM so as a whole my
lobbying issue seems to be in good standing. A policy has not yet been
written for this issue because of other pressing issues such as the
Occupy Philly Movement. Because in recent weeks, this movement has kind
of taken over on the list of priorities and the city is trying to deal
with it as best as they can non-violently and legally. As you can see in
the photos below, the city has it's hands tied with this here Occupy
Philadelphia.
The stakeholders in this issue right now are Mayor Nutter and the city council members. The allies I have on board are Mayor Nutter and the city council members. Basically right now everything is kind of a waiting game because of all of the unrest so once that subsides and they handle the problem or come to a compromise with the protesters I can move forward.
The founder of PYPM, Greg Corbin, is helping me with this issue because he really wants PYPM to be more of a national maybe one day even global change but before thinking big we have to think small. We want to take more misguided youths off the street and allow them to express themselves in a more creative and productive manner rather than terrorizing random people just for the fun of it. The dates we have to look out for are the next city council meetings pretty much and see when the next session is.
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The stakeholders in this issue right now are Mayor Nutter and the city council members. The allies I have on board are Mayor Nutter and the city council members. Basically right now everything is kind of a waiting game because of all of the unrest so once that subsides and they handle the problem or come to a compromise with the protesters I can move forward.
The founder of PYPM, Greg Corbin, is helping me with this issue because he really wants PYPM to be more of a national maybe one day even global change but before thinking big we have to think small. We want to take more misguided youths off the street and allow them to express themselves in a more creative and productive manner rather than terrorizing random people just for the fun of it. The dates we have to look out for are the next city council meetings pretty much and see when the next session is.
Lobbying blog #3: Get your bike paths on!
Posted by Uyen Nguyen in AMGOV-004 on Based on some of the changes that have been approaching to trafficking and traffic related, there are some good news about my lobbying topic. I'm excited to say that this is a good year to promote and talks about bike paths Philadelphia! It is important to know that Philadelphia bikers are being supported and have their rights to bike safe.
On November 3, 2011, Philadelphia Councilman Bill Greenlee has becoming active with Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia as well as being able to help bikers spoke their minds. Mr. Greenlee had been able to answer questions for the Bicycle of Great Philadelphia as well as the citizens regarding to biking issues in the city as well as state. Many of the questions are relating to laws regarding to bikers violation, safety and as well as getting funding for more bike path in and out of the city.
One of the key questions was, "Would you support the installation of innovative infrastructure such as buffered bike lanes, like those on Spruce and Pine, on a select number of streets to create a citywide bicycle network that is safe and inviting to ride for those from age 8 to 80?." This question hit the key point on my lobbying topic for paths as well as getting involve with brighter ways to get though traffics using different type of vehicles and bikes. Greenlee also mentioned that, " I support bike lanes when they are safe and where communities are directly involved in the process. I believe there are streets where bike lanes are not safe for bikers, pedestrians and drivers."
Read more about the assembly and Bill Greenlee respondes to Bicycling Questionnaire HERE!
One of the key questions was, "Would you support the installation of innovative infrastructure such as buffered bike lanes, like those on Spruce and Pine, on a select number of streets to create a citywide bicycle network that is safe and inviting to ride for those from age 8 to 80?." This question hit the key point on my lobbying topic for paths as well as getting involve with brighter ways to get though traffics using different type of vehicles and bikes. Greenlee also mentioned that, " I support bike lanes when they are safe and where communities are directly involved in the process. I believe there are streets where bike lanes are not safe for bikers, pedestrians and drivers."
Read more about the assembly and Bill Greenlee respondes to Bicycling Questionnaire HERE!
As I mentioned in the second blog as well as the issue above, Mayor Nutter was also a part of the Bicycling Questionnaire, Mayor Nutter also responded, "I support Bike Share. We have explored this issue, and I very mindful of initial or start-up costs and would be interested in proposals that minimize City costs." Also Mayor Nutter had mention to convince the Streets Commissioner about staffing priorities.(http://blog.bicyclecoalition.org/search/label/mayor_2011)
Not only that council chairs are getting involve in the issue, many Philadelphians as well as biker hearts are fighting for their rights as well as protesting for bills and laws to pass. Bikers also participate in many events including, "Philly Naked Bike Rides," as well as other events to support their strong press for what they love and their passion for biking.
According to my lobbying topic, there are no big legislative argued. However, Mayor and many city council as well as traffic court are aware and is supportive of the situation and keep it moving. With the help of the people as well as chairs men, it will take on the point and keep changing.
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imani's letter to ...............
Posted by Imani Holness in SP1-006 on Querid@ solangeli cardozo 14 ¿ Qué mas, chamo? Solangeli Cardozo. Soy imani Holness. Soy Tengo catorce años, moreno soy de filadelfia. Se conoce como " La ciudad de Amor Fraternal". Es una ciudad entre la ciudad de nueva york y la capital. Me gusta ir de compras pero muy tambien béyonce y Adele, dormir,y ver la tele. No me gusta nada lady gaga,y tampoco leer, trabajar, .
¿ y a ti? ¿ qué te interesa?. Soy inteligente porque soy estudiar. Soy increiblemente deportista. Soy bobo casi siempre. ¿ y tu? ¿como eres? Beueno, me voy porque tengo que ir a la escuela. Adios amigo!!
¿ y a ti? ¿ qué te interesa?. Soy inteligente porque soy estudiar. Soy increiblemente deportista. Soy bobo casi siempre. ¿ y tu? ¿como eres? Beueno, me voy porque tengo que ir a la escuela. Adios amigo!!
¡Hola, Ricardo!
Posted by Kenny Nguyen in SP1-006 on Querido Ricardo,
¡Hola, mi amigo! ¿Cómo estás, tu? Soy Kenny Nguyen y soy de Filadelfia. Se conoce como " La Ciudad de Amor Fraternal." Filadelfia es una ciudad entre le ciudad Nueva York y la capital. Mi cumpleaños es el dieciseis de diciembre. Tengo catorce años. ¿Y tù? Hace frío en Filadelfia. Sin embargo, hace bastante sol. ¿Qué tiempo hace hoy en Maracaibo?
Me encanta comer y ir al cine con amigos, pero no me gusta nada leer ni cantar tampoco. ¿Y a ti? ¿Qué tu gusta hacer en Venezuela? Mi favorito artística es Lady Gaga. A ella le increiblemente fascina bailar y cantar. Soy muy trabajador, bajo, y inteligente tambièn. ¿Y tú? ¿Cómo eres? Responde cuando puedas. Bueno, me voy porque tengo que dormir. Cuídate. ¡Adiós, Ricardo!
Lady Gaga música aquí.
Con cariño,
Kenny Nguyen
¡Hola, mi amigo! ¿Cómo estás, tu? Soy Kenny Nguyen y soy de Filadelfia. Se conoce como " La Ciudad de Amor Fraternal." Filadelfia es una ciudad entre le ciudad Nueva York y la capital. Mi cumpleaños es el dieciseis de diciembre. Tengo catorce años. ¿Y tù? Hace frío en Filadelfia. Sin embargo, hace bastante sol. ¿Qué tiempo hace hoy en Maracaibo?
Me encanta comer y ir al cine con amigos, pero no me gusta nada leer ni cantar tampoco. ¿Y a ti? ¿Qué tu gusta hacer en Venezuela? Mi favorito artística es Lady Gaga. A ella le increiblemente fascina bailar y cantar. Soy muy trabajador, bajo, y inteligente tambièn. ¿Y tú? ¿Cómo eres? Responde cuando puedas. Bueno, me voy porque tengo que dormir. Cuídate. ¡Adiós, Ricardo!
Lady Gaga música aquí.
Con cariño,
Kenny Nguyen
Mi en Hollywood, California en junio 2011.
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¡Hola Robin Garcia!
Posted by Alaina Silverman in SP1-006 onQuerida Robin,
¡Saludos desde norteamérica!
¿Qué tal? Estoy muy cansada. Tengo catorce años; mi cumpleaños es vientinueve de abril. ¿Y tú, cuándo es tu cumpleaños? Hace súper frío en Filadelfia sin embargo hace sol. ¿Qué tiempo hace en Maracaibo?
Me gusta mucho leer (un libro me gusta: The Alchemyst), es por eso que soy inteligente. Es una broma; soy un poquito boba. También, me encanta dormir - soy increiblemente perezosa. Además, soy morena y bastante baja. Este, odio practicar deportes y verano. Detesto hace calor. ¿Y tú? ¿Qué te gusta hacer? ¿Cómo eres tú?
¡Saludos desde norteamérica!
¿Qué tal? Estoy muy cansada. Tengo catorce años; mi cumpleaños es vientinueve de abril. ¿Y tú, cuándo es tu cumpleaños? Hace súper frío en Filadelfia sin embargo hace sol. ¿Qué tiempo hace en Maracaibo?
Me gusta mucho leer (un libro me gusta: The Alchemyst), es por eso que soy inteligente. Es una broma; soy un poquito boba. También, me encanta dormir - soy increiblemente perezosa. Además, soy morena y bastante baja. Este, odio practicar deportes y verano. Detesto hace calor. ¿Y tú? ¿Qué te gusta hacer? ¿Cómo eres tú?
Me fascina axolotls.
Es mi foto:
Bueno, me voy porque tengo que relajar. ¡Adios!
Con cariño,
Alaina
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Con cariño,
Alaina
Saludos E-pal!
Posted by Temperance Moore in SP1-006 onQuerida, Esthefany Medoza
Saludos desde, Temperance Moore
¡Hola! ¿Qué más, chama? Soy Temperance, estoy muy bien y tú? Yo soy alta y morena con rubia tinte. Soy loca, boba, y contento jaja. ¿Cuantos años tienes tú? Yo tengo 14 años y mi cumpleaños es Marzo,12. ¿Cuando es tú cumpleaños? Soy india americana y africano-americana. Yo vivo en filadelfia, es una ciudad bastante grande y es hace frío. ¿Y tú? Me gusta musica (rap,hip-hop,r&b,gospel, alternative), ir de compras, ir de la cine, leer, videojuegos, surfear la red, pasar un rato con amigos, y tambien comer. Pero no me gusta nada estudiar. ¿Y tú? Bueno, me voy porque tengo que comer senar. ¡Adíos! Responde cuando puedas.
Con cariño,
Temperance Moore
Saludos desde, Temperance Moore
¡Hola! ¿Qué más, chama? Soy Temperance, estoy muy bien y tú? Yo soy alta y morena con rubia tinte. Soy loca, boba, y contento jaja. ¿Cuantos años tienes tú? Yo tengo 14 años y mi cumpleaños es Marzo,12. ¿Cuando es tú cumpleaños? Soy india americana y africano-americana. Yo vivo en filadelfia, es una ciudad bastante grande y es hace frío. ¿Y tú? Me gusta musica (rap,hip-hop,r&b,gospel, alternative), ir de compras, ir de la cine, leer, videojuegos, surfear la red, pasar un rato con amigos, y tambien comer. Pero no me gusta nada estudiar. ¿Y tú? Bueno, me voy porque tengo que comer senar. ¡Adíos! Responde cuando puedas.
Con cariño,
Temperance Moore
Hohenstein Technology Who Am I Slide
Posted by Margaret Hohenstein in TECH9-002 onI followed the website "presentation zen" the most. I got ideas for my color scheme. Then I found pictures that expressed my idea and followed my color scheme. I then used ideas from Zach Holman about kerning and alpha. Once I had all of the pictures and words on mine I wanted to keep the scheme so I added little stars in the same color of the rest of my slide. I did this because it added a sense of completion that I didn't feel was there before. I chose my color scheme because it added contrast. I feel that I showed that I knew what I was doing and I didn't make it too complicated in the process.
¡Hola Emily!
Posted by Symone McCollum in SP1-005 onQuerida Emily,
¡Hola! Mi nombre es Symone. Estoy muy muy muy bien! Tengo catorce años, y mi cumpleaños es el catorce de abril. Soy un poquito baja, y muy boba. Soy creativa, inteligente, habladora, y divertida. Soy un poquito deportisa, y muy muy muy simpátic porque no me gusta antipática personas. Soy tambien africano americana. Pero vivo en Filadelfia. Hace muy fresco en Filadelfia, y a veces sol, depende estacíon. ¿Y, tú? Me fascina ir de compras, pasar un rato amigos, salir con mi novio, comer mucho, relajar, y escuchar música. No me gusta nada correr, y leer. Es muy aburrida. ¿Qué te gusta hacer en Maracaibo? ¿Qué música te gusta escuchar?
Añádeme en Facebook: Symone Arianna y sigame en twitter @optimisticly__, Chao amigo!!
Con cariño,
Symone
Emalyn Bartholomew Slide Presentation
Posted by Emalyn Bartholomew in TECH9-002 on I chose my the things to put on my slide mainly because they reflected who I am. I also tried to stick with some main colors, with a few exceptions. My colors were red and black. I have a yellow flower that adds some major contrast, and also the Statue of Liberty for contrast. I have some white on there, which is generic and contradictory to the other colors in the slide. I like the way my flower does not go across the whole page, and it is not a full flower. I thought of doing that because of what we learned from the Ikea ads.
Fracking: Blog #3
Posted by Julia Boyer in AMGOV-004 on As a lobbyist, it's important to know where you and your issue stand. From where I am, me and fracking look promising. This year and last there has been a lot of legislature and protests about my topic, getting involved now would only be a matter of contacting the right people.
In Pennsylvania's senate are people who are on my side. A few of these are Daylin Leach, Camille George, and my representatives I mentioned in my 2nd blog post. They and other members of PA's government have created laws such as Resolution 110686 and HB 2754. Fracking has also recieved a lot of media attention. The documentary "Gas Lands" by Josh Foxx (now an important and influential activist against fracking) was one of the original cries for help, but newspapers have covered fracking numerous time. They recently linked the recent earthquake activity with hydraulic fracturing. Marcellus Shale protests are now not uncommon, including an Occupy Pittsburgh in protest of fracking. While this is a good first step for my cause, it is also important to recognize the power my opponents hold in government.
CEO's of gas companies have, for many years, held influence in our governmental policies. One example is Alan Walker (who I discussed in my 2nd blog post) he has been given authority over Economic Development- the making of jobs for energy. Walker was once the CEO of Bradford Energy. Another example is T Boone Pickens, who pushes for the United States to be independent from foreign oil, but at what cost? These men, and many others have mixed oil and gas with politics and politicians cannot find their way out.
Regardless of powerful opponents, the little people have to press on. There are politicians in the PA government that I could work with to change the course of fracking. I personally know Daylin Leach, who is a member of the Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. He is in the minority in that particular committee. But even the chair, Mary Jo White, has brought legislation about tightening hydraulic fracturing standards. These are the people that I would work with concerning my issue. Additionally, I would coordinate with lobbying groups. The Sierra Club is an activist group with a branch in Pennsylvania. They have been strongly opposing fracking.
Below: Daylin Leach at a Fracking Protest
Regardless of powerful opponents, the little people have to press on. There are politicians in the PA government that I could work with to change the course of fracking. I personally know Daylin Leach, who is a member of the Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. He is in the minority in that particular committee. But even the chair, Mary Jo White, has brought legislation about tightening hydraulic fracturing standards. These are the people that I would work with concerning my issue. Additionally, I would coordinate with lobbying groups. The Sierra Club is an activist group with a branch in Pennsylvania. They have been strongly opposing fracking.
Below: Daylin Leach at a Fracking Protest
In terms of timing, no big legislation has been proposed recently, but that doesn't mean that time is not the essence. I can still work, participating in protests and sending letters to the politicians who can help me with my endeavors. An upcoming event is a No Fracking Protest on November 30th.
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These factors all add to the knowledge a young lobbyist like myself needs. I now know who to coordinate with, who are my opponents. More significantly, I know who I can influence and what that means for my issue.
Ray, Q2 Media Fluency
Posted by Rahed Albarouki in TECH9-002 on“I used to walk down the street like I was a f***ing star… I want
people to walk around delusional about how great they can be - and then to
fight so hard for it every day that the lie becomes the truth.”
“Unique! Special! Unlike No
Other! Two words, one phrase. Three things I hear all the time. I know I am
capable of being great and I know that I am all three of things, but sometimes I
refuse to believe it. Why? I don’t know. I guess its because I’ve had a lot of
things happen to me that made me feel like I wasn’t unique or special.
I am a person who dream big!
HUGE!
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I want my fantasy to become my reality.
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I will never let someone take away my humanity.
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I know I am capable of being someone great.
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I dream big and I don’t let anyone stop me. That’s
what makes me unique, and special, and unlike no other.
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Because of who I am and what I believe I will make
all three of these words come alive!
My slide, I think, incorporates what we've learned. It has a bright blue background with large chocolate brown letters. The background makes the letters POP! The size of the letters is also used from the websites. Each letter is above "100 point" font.
