An interesting article on the equal pay issue. The diagrams show clearly just how much our overall wages haven’t changed, and women still make less: (more…)
Archive for October, 2008
Monday Ketchup 081013
Posted in Politics, tagged Banks, CBC, Crisis, Economy, Equal Oppportunity, Gender Rights, Homes, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, puma, The Denver Group on October 13, 2008| 1 Comment »
Melamine – An Indicator of Globalization Gaps
Posted in Politics, tagged Contaminated, FAO, Food, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Melamine, puma, Tainted, The Denver Group on October 12, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The IHT philosophizes on what brought on the melamine scandal. (more…)
What the DNC Created:
Posted in Politics, tagged I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Lewis, McCain, Obama, puma, The Denver Group, Wallace on October 12, 2008| Leave a Comment »
What Sugar said:
John Lewis Should Be ASHAMED of Himself
I’m pretty much at a loss for words regarding the news that Georgia Congressman, and civil rights icon John Lewis said this about John McCain:
HR 6458- One Thing we can do NOW!
Posted in Politics, tagged HR 6458, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Oil, puma, Slow Down, Speed Mandate, Speier, The Denver Group, Warner on October 12, 2008| 1 Comment »
Those of you who are old enough have been through this before. I say to you it’s time again. We must do it!
If we want to immediately slow climate change, if we want to reduce cost, if we want to know how we can impact the War on Terror (ism) if we want more control over our economy, we must do it! In my daily life, I see some that have already personally made this commitment. I acknowledge and applaud those efforts! However, we now need a national approach!
WE NEED A NATIONAL MANDATE TO REDUCE DRIVING SPEED!
Representative Jackie Speier (CA, D) introduced a speed limit law as her first sponsored bill, upon her arrival to Congress this year. (more…)
Hong Kong – Melamine
Posted in Children, Politics, tagged China, Hong Kong, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Melamine, Milk, puma, The Denver Group on October 11, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Hong Kong has now reported six children ill: (more…)
Are you Safe? Help those that Aren’t!
Posted in Politics, tagged Domestic Violence, Human Rights, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, puma, The Denver Group on October 11, 2008| Leave a Comment »
We are half way through “Domestic Violence Awareness Month”. Give a thought to how our current economic crisis will affect fragile and dangerous conditions for battered humans. Donate a phone or car, get involved. (more…)
Palin Reported to Have Abused Power, But?
Posted in Politics, tagged Branchwater, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Monegan, Palin, puma, The Denver Group, Trooper on October 10, 2008| 1 Comment »
Hidden Strain in Cornland?
Posted in Politics, tagged I Own My Vote, Iowa, just say no deal, McCain, puma, The Denver Group on October 10, 2008| Leave a Comment »
In the last several years the cost of farmland in Iowa has soared. Senator Harkin, in the past, has opined on the worry over whether both corn for fuel and food could be produced. Today that argument might be seen as the last rosy glow, before the financial ember was gone. Soaring costs of farmland at the record rate below can only be seen as anticipation of an ethanol enhanced future, spurred by the recent farm bill passage. (more…)
Myanmar – Melamine
Posted in Children, Politics, tagged Burma, Dairy, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, Melamine, Milk, Myanmar, puma, The Denver Group on October 10, 2008| Leave a Comment »
| Tainted Milk Products Found in Burma | |
| 10 October 2008 |
Authorities in Burma say imported brands of milk and powdered baby formula have been contaminated with an industrial chemical involved in the latest Chinese product safety scandal. (more…)
The Spine of a Problem
Posted in Politics, tagged environment, I Own My Vote, just say no deal, microchip, puma, rustler, The Denver Group on October 10, 2008| Leave a Comment »
You are a westerner, if you know this kind of deforestation: (more…)
-
Join 142 other subscribers
Amici
Project Syndicate- An error has occurred; the feed is probably down. Try again later.
- Dandelion Salad
- Alternet.org
- An error has occurred; the feed is probably down. Try again later.
- FDA – Recalls
- Modern Warrior Recalls “Modern Warrior Ready” Dietary Supplement Due to Undeclared 1,4-DMAA and Aniracetam, as Well as Tianeptine, Which has Not Been Approved for Supplement Use by the FDA.
- HerbsForever LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat in HerbsForever brand Dietary Supplements
- Gusto Group Inc. Recalls Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) ‘'454 G. (1 LBS)’ and ‘910 G. (2 LBS)’ because of Possible Health Risk
- Anthony Trinh, 123Herbals LLC (123HERBALS.COM) Issues Nationwide Recall of Silintan Capsules Due to the Presence of Undeclared Meloxicam
- Carrot Top Kitchens of Bridgeport (formerly Redding) Issues a Class II Recall of Hummus Containing Undeclared Sesame
- Primavera Nueva Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Select 4-Count Tamales Because of Possible Health Risk- Revised to Include Roasted Pumpkin & White Cheddar, a Seasonal Item
- Gold Star Distribution Inc., Issues Recall of Certain FDA-Regulated Products in Three States Including Drugs, Devices, Cosmetics, Human Foods, and Pet Foods
- Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC Recalls Country Vet Biscuits for Dogs Due to Possible Salmonella Health Risk
- Gregory’s Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Bag Full of Cookies" White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Frozen Cookie Dough
- Newway Import Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat in “Preserved Mustard in Soybean Oil” La Puente, Calif. – December 23, 2025
- consumer Product Safety Protection
- Agrish Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxiation; Violate Mandatory Standard for Adult Portable Bed Rails; Sold on Amazon by Agrish Direct
- DR Power Equipment Reannounces and Expands Recall of Leaf Vacuums Due to Laceration Hazard; New Remedy Available
- Infant Innovations Recalls BabyBond Retractable Safety Gates Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Children from Entrapment; Violates Mandatory Standard for Gates and Enclosures
- The Kalencom Corporation Recalls SARO Braided Crib Bumpers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation; Violates Federal Crib Bumper Ban
- Marcus Adler Glove Recalls Julie and Judah Pajama Pants and Shorts Due to Burn Hazard; Violates Mandatory Flammability Standards for Children’s Sleepwear
- NFSVLB Baby Bath Seats Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Children from Drowning and Entrapment; Violate Mandatory Standard for Infant Bath Seats; Sold on Amazon by NFSVLB
- Rattan 6-Drawer Dressers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Tip-Over and Entrapment; Violate Mandatory Standard for Clothing Storage Units; Sold on Amazon by Rattan
- Sangohe Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxiation; Violate Mandatory Standard for Adult Portable Bed Rails
- Vasicar 18-Drawer Dressers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Tip-Over and Entrapment; Violates Mandatory Standard for Clothing Storage Units
- YOLAAH Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards; Violate Mandatory Standard for Adult Portable Bed Rails
Meta
Bird Song
Tweets by roofingbird
Grab and Keel 