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When things are going your way, food becomes less necessary. How is the campaigning going Nelson?

WHERE: Gather at Freedom Plaza and March to the Capitol Reflecting Pool Metro Stops: For Freedom Plaza — Metro Center or Federal Triangle For the Capitol Reflecting Pool — Federal Center SW WHEN: DC Emancipation Day, April 16, 2007 2:30 PM—Gather at Freedom Plaza, 13th St. & Penn. Ave., NW 4:00 PM—Rally at the Capitol Reflecting Pool, 3rd St. & Independence Ave., NW WHAT: Voting Rights March— The Largest Demonstration Ever for DC Voting Rights WHO: DC Vote, League of Women Voters, Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, Common Cause, DC for Democracy, Greater Washington Urban League, Mayor Fenty, Chairman Gray, Delegate Norton, other elected officials, civic leaders, coalition partners and dedicated citizen activists WHY: Because it time’s to demand the vote and end taxation without representation!

Here is the transcript of Valerie Plame's testimony

I contacted Kwame Brown's Office of Communications on this issue. Latoya Foye explained the Council member's resolution was for the District government to verify that its retirement funds are not be invested in Sudan. There is a growing Genocide Intervention Network that has a uniquely targeted approach to divestment, focusing on the most egregiously offending companies in Sudan. Since the ultimate intent of Sudanese divestment is to protect the victims of genocide, it is important to tailor divestment so as to have maximal impact on the government of Sudan’s behavior and cause minimal harm to innocent Sudanese. Divestment should therefore be targeted to those companies that meet all of the following criteria: have a business relationship with the government or government-created project, impart minimal benefit to the country’s underprivileged, and have expressed no significant corporate governance policy regarding the current situation in Darfur. Such targeted divestment implicitly excludes the vast majority of companies in Sudan, including those tied to the agriculture sector, distributing general consumer goods, promoting non-oil related infrastructure development in underprivileged regions of the country, or involved in provision of goods and services intended to relieve human suffering or to promote welfare, health, education, and religious and spiritual activities.

How can President Bush in his right concience allow a company to drain United States coffers to help Iran? Senate Commerce Committee member Byron Dorgan (D-ND) asked yesterday, “I want to know, is Halliburton trying to run away from bad publicity on their contracts? Are they trying to run away from the obligation to pay U.S. taxes? Or are they trying to set up a corporate presence in Dubai so that they can avoid the restrictions that currently exist on doing business with prohibited countries like Iran?” The Dubai announcement, which comes at a time when Halliburton is under investigation by government agencies over allegations of improper business dealings, has drawn criticism from politicians including Senator Hillary Clinton. Critics are questioning whether the move is really an effort to avoid taxes and recent legal inquiries. Here is Halliburton's release: Halliburton announced last month that it would spin off its 81 percent stake in KBR, its subsidiary that received more than 90 percent of its Pentagon contracts in 2006. Securities analysts said the move would aid Halliburton's stock price, which has languished at lower price-to-earnings ratios than other oilfield services companies. In recent years the company has become the center of several controversies involving the 2003 Iraq War and the company's ties to U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney. Cheney retired from the company during the 2000 U.S. presidential election campaign with a severance package worth $34 million. As of 2004, he had received $398,548 in deferred compensation from Halliburton while Vice President. Cheney also retains unexercised stock options at Halliburton, which have been valued at nearly $8 million. Other allegations of fraud by Halliburton, specifically with regard to its operations in Iraq, have come to light during the Iraq War. The associations between Cheney and Halliburton had led many to speculate with regard to improprieties and profiteering from the war. Halliburton alledgeley falsified the number of meals they prepared and then submitted false claims for reimbursement. Halliburton and its subcontractors contend that billing discrepancies for the dining facilities stemmed from interpretive differences in their contracts, which required them to be prepared to serve a minimum number of meals per day. When they billed for these minimum numbers however, the DCAA countered that they should only be required to pay for meals served. Of the more-than-$200 million in question, $51 million was eventually retained by the U.S. Army Field Support Command. As of 2003, Halliburton was still operating in Iran. CNN, in a report entitled "US companies are operating in Iran despite sanctions," reported that a Halliburton spokesperson told the news agency that HPS helps Iran build oil rigs in the country's south.

I blame both the President, Congress, the Democratic Party, and the Republican Party on the poor conditions of United States Army's premier medical center. All we have is a bunch of ongoing, overlapping investigations and no action. It repulses me to think the same people that lay flowers at Arlington Cemetary every Memorial Day are the ones that let this happen for years. I wonder if this has anything to do with the Walter Reed Army Medical Center Closure announcement on May 13, 2005. The Government does not want to pay to upkeep a place its going to shut down. Well, for better or worse we are at war. Soldiers are getting hurt and need the best treatment possible. Maybe some of the high dollar weapons funding needs to be shifted to out our troops.

Bud Light, DC101, Hot 99.5 & HiBall Events are hosting National ShamrockFest ’07 on Saturday, March 10, 2007. This year’s incredible new location is the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds. Doors open at 12 noon. Munich has Oktoberfest, Tennessee has Bonaroo, New Orleans has Jazz Fest, Brazil has Carnival. Now, get ready for the most exciting music festival on the east coast! ShamrockFest, which rocks the Nation’s Capital, has joined the party elite. After five years of extraordinary growth, the 6th annual ShamrockFest has graduated to a whole new level. Staged on a massive, spectacularly-crafted festival ground, with a multitude of entertainment areas, dozens of incredible performers, and much more, the National ShamrockFest is now recognized as one of America’s premier festivals. So get your GREEN on and get ready to party like never before – at SHAMROCKFEST `07!!! The event features nine stages and over 40 live acts, plus rows of food and beverage booths, beer booths, craft vendors, awareness booths, dozens of rides and activities for all ages. The stages feature an impressive lineup of over 40 bands and DJ’s – representing a variety of genres, from rock and power pop to folk and, of course Irish. The lineup includes: Flogging Molly, Carbon Leaf, The Connells, Emmet Swimming, Jimmie’s Chicken Shack, Mr. Greengenes, Fools & Horses, Burnt Sienna, Liquid A, Laura Lea and Tripp Fabulous, Scott’s New Band, Flying Cows of Ventry, JunkFood, ThatGuy, Kelly Bell Band, Danny McGlaughlin Band, Doug Segree Band, The Street Dogs, Lionize, Scythian, Ice Wagon Flu, Furnace Mountain Band, Screaming Orphans plus other exciting local and national acts. DJ’s include: DJ-AM, Pat Premier, Kwest, Dave Russell (FLIPSIDE), Rene, and many more. Admission Prices Are: Tickets: Main Event: $20 and up; VIP: $100 and up Children under 13 are free · Rain or shine (indoor/outdoor festival) · Portion of proceeds to benefit Stop Child Abuse Now · All-ages festival, but must be over 21 to drink Detailed information and advance tickets can be purchased through the event web site: http://www.shamrockfest.com

Where are you guys located?

One of the premiere festivals for indie films on the Atlantic Coast, DCIFF runs 11 days, exhibits over 100 films (features, shorts, animations, documentaries, student) from around the world, and features 30 themed film showcases (Political, Cine Latino, Jewish, International, Black, European, etc). The film festival also includes 7 days of leading industry expert panels, Master classes, and the International, National Advocacy, as well as industry breakfasts, VIP receptions, happy hours, opening and closing night galas. Additionally, we are supporting carbon-neutral filmmaking by going "green" to reduce carbon dioxide emissions during festival operations, and provding a special exhibit. DCIFF is an award-winning annual festival that provides a truly unique experience where the public can come and immerse themselves in independent film culture in our nation’s capital. Directions: UDC 4200 Connecticut Avenue – Auditorium 46 (Metro: Van Ness – UDC) The festival will be held at the temporary site of the new DC Moving Image Center (DC MIC) of District of Columbia (currently at the University of the District of Columbia). The DC MIC will be the new landmark for independent film, where audiences can experience a festival, seminars, tradeshows, film markets, Music festival and receptions – ALL IN ONE LOCATION. Here is a the March film calendar. http://dciff.org/program2007/2007_films_calendar.cfm

That is hard for me to believe. Nelson seems like an upstanding guy. He has been promoting DC since I began working on DCpages. Can you give me the source of this rumor?

Amy McVee a ATT Cingular customer care representative told me to access this information. Please focus on the bold part on eligibility for a particular Rate Plan. https://onlinecare.cingular.com/my-account/...e-agreement.jsp

We would like to honor SSG Brian Freeman of Caledonia, Mississippi. he was killed in Iraq 11-7-2005.

NPR reported Vice President Dick Cheney targeted in blast attack in Afghanistan http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=7615649

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty: Major Bruce P. Crandall distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as a Flight Commander in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company A, 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile).

Rees you promised to put copyright cites that you have permission to use these images. Especially if you plan to defame people.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Al Gore are friends. I remember seeing the two of them together at the Earth Day Festival in 2000. I still have some pictures of them here: http://www.dcpages.com/Events/Earth_Day/2000/

It sure looks that way. I think Edwards is going to benifit from Obama and Clinton mudslinging each other. He can stay on the sideline and just look pretty. But, if Al Gore wins the Oscar for best documentary who knows. Even the late great President Reagan never earned Academy Award recognition.

Sure Barbara. As long as you link back to cite this page.

I am not happy that I smoke. It is a nasty habit that I am struggling to break away from it. When I met Al Gore he really seemed like a genuinely nice individual. I am sure he could smell the tobacco on my breath. But, he still took time to answer my questions. In fact, when a hard core activist came up to Al Gore and preached how he was spiking trees to save the planet Al Gore shook the young man's hand and said, "Young man your heart is good, but its in the wrong place." The former vice president discussed the hard life of a logger trying to feed his family. He told him to focus on getting the message out through peaceful means. In your opinion, is there truth that man is a factor in global warming?

Barbara, I am sorry for your bad experience. It has been awhile since I wrote that post. We now have a new driver named Rob. He has been fantastic for us. I think once you build a relationship with the company things do get better. A business is only as good as the people who work there. What exactly happened to you?

Why don't like him on this planet? He seems to really care about it.

So now you are becoming an anarchist?

I was reviewing the White House Briefing tonight and I found a disturbing discussion on how our wounded troops are being treated. I hope everyone remembers that soldiers are not political party pawns. They real flesh and blood people.

So Bling, You have posted the dialogue from Congressional leaders about the War Resolution. Is it your opinion that more troops should or should not be sent to Iraq? Why? Here is the White House response from February 16, 2007.

I think Al Gore would be more effective joining the Green Party. He seems to share the same platform.