Monthly Archives: October 2011

Now we have NYPD, a police force I have always admired, where I have more than a few friends, playing the "petty thug" for Wall Street. I am ashamed

Inspired by the popular uprisings in Arab countries, the anti-imperialist 'Occupy Wall Street' protests are creeping with vigorous rapidity into other states in the USA.

Canada has some very progressive Human Rights laws which if enforced would prevent Canada from becoming a safe haven for war criminals.

As a recovering angry Muslim, I cannot help loving fully-recovered ex-Zionist Jew Gilad Atzmon's The Wandering Who: A Study of Jewish Identity of Politics...and the firestorm it has sparked.

There was much more to this unique Tahrir square phenomenon than just bread and butter, … there were popular demands to restore a lost dignity.

Legislation is being developed in both houses of Congress to correct the Agent Orange inequities

BAE Systems, U.S. Combat Systems, York, Pa., was awarded a $270,825,641 cost-no-fee contract. The award will provide for the procurement of material for 245 Operational Desert Storm Situational Awareness vehicles.

"Take Back The American Dream" "I'm not mad at [the tea party] for being so loud," he said. "I'm mad at us for being so quiet the last two years."

Utilizing the talents of all Americans is essential for our Nation to out-innovate, out-educate, and out-build the rest of the world.

October 2011 is the 10th anniversary of the invasion of Afghanistan and the beginning of the 2012 federal austerity budget. It is time to light the spark that sets off a true democratic, nonviolent transition to a world in which people are freed to create just and sustainable solutions.

VA has approved retroactive traumatic injury benefits to Service members who suffered qualifying injuries during the period Oct. 7, 2001 to Nov. 30, 2005, regardless of the geographic location where the injuries occurred.

Before Admiral Mullen left his position as head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, he warned of Pakistan's duplicity in supporting the "dreaded Haqqani networks" believed responsible for the recent attacks in Kabul.

It is estimated that 20 percent of returning U.S. troops will suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or major depression.

Easy access to this technology allows MVAHCS to offer a significantly higher level of patient care. Furthermore, AudioCare Systems allows patients easy access to important healthcare information and services 24 hours a day seven days a week.

YOUR DIVIDE & CONQUER PROPAGANDA -- Is Condescending and Weak, Let’s Have a Public Debate at Liberty Park

In one swift rocket strike of the pen, the Feds dropped a business nuke on the burgeoning medical marijuana industry. The IRS has ruled that dispensaries cannot deduct standard business expenses such as payroll, security or rent.

Russia and China’s veto of the UN Security Council resolution which condemned Syria.

It is about time Britain reinstated its independence. It is about time it is run from London rather than from Jerusalem.

Despite all the commercials and bullshit pitches for “Vitamins” most Americans remain as dumb as rocks about quality nutrition.

Successfully treating dead and dying brain cells, whether caused by a Stroke or by roadside bomb concussion, or any trauma has proven difficult and not very efficient.

Here’s Today’s Department of Defense Contract Awards

Many active duty folks and Veterans have an impressive sense of history. They can recall specific battles in World War II, name obsolete military equipment from past eras and fondly recall their relative’s own military experience.

Women Veterans are encouraged to keep those two words in mind every month, not just in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. And then to follow up by talking with their health care provider about appropriate breast cancer screenings, such as regular mammograms.

On Monday around 5 PM in Israel, Mordechai Vanunu, Israel's Nuclear Whistle blower reported.....

By JIM DAVENPORT   COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will cover extra costs for veterans who struck deals on home loans...

Coming home from war can be a difficult experience for some Vets. At VAntage Point, Iraq Vet and author Colby Buzzell writes about his own struggle with reintegration and alcoholism—as a beacon for others.

American criminals are now, not only above the law, they constitute our government itself.

End the Fed, End the Wars & End the Corruption!! OccupyWallStreet protester with a spot-on & passionate speech.

Occupy Wall Street is a peaceful stand against the big American rip-off. Support it and regain your dignity...

GI Bill Now Offers Additional Options and Benefits   October 1st brought changes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill that add flexibility and some new benefits. You...

Veterans Job and Resource Fair   “The State of California’s 5th Annual Honor a Hero, Hire a Vet Job and Resource Fair is scheduled for Tuesday,...

I used an average rate of $200 per hour per psychiatrist, and estimated that the psychiatric department's pair of visits and post-visit reports cost the VA around $5000. Mind you this is in a hospital that had refused me, a quadriplegic ventilator patient, a $50 oximeter to make sure that I didn't slide into a coma, and a $5 condom catheter change to make sure I didn't wet my bed. Of course the psychiatrists, dutifully following hospital orders, weren't responsible for the crazy cost. On the contrary, overall I found them to be the sanest group in an insane institution, and had been pleased to tell them so.

And we thought we were free but, in reality, like the Germans in the 30’s, we are being manipulated and conditioned by fear to slowly give up our rights, liberties, guns and freedom ~ and all in the name of National Security and the never ending war on terror.

The unassuming plaque hanging in the second-floor hallway of the Lucas County Courthouse was erected eight years ago as a tribute to local servicemen who had earned the military's highest award -- the Medal of Honor.

Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 2-8. Take the opportunity this week to learn more about mental illnesses. Mental illnesses are medical illnesses.

Radio Free Palestine pulls no punches and is an indictment on the international community, which has failed this region of the world for so many years.You will be angered by its message and, hopefully, moved to share their passion for peace in the Middle East.

In an effort tdocument the severe and escalating human and financial consequences of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, Veterans for Common Sense (VCS) summarizes several government reports about U.S. military service members and veterans whdeployed tthe Iraq - Afghanistan war zone since September 11, 2011.

There is an interesting article over at the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA) called "How The GOP Has Learned to Love Israel Unconditionally."

Over the past few months, politicians and veterans groups have filed lawsuits against the Department of Veterans Affairs to force it to provide needed housing for homeless veterans.

Koch Industries Inc., one of the world’s largest privately held companies, sent Ludmila Egorova-Farines, its newly hired compliance officer and ethics manager, to investigate the management of a subsidiary in Arles in southern France.

The drama being milked from the surprise Florida straw poll, that has Herman Cain on top, is just part of the media’s attempt to create another phony conservative to pacify mentally challenged GOP voters.

Some may remember the horrific wild fires that burned in Pinal Mountains of eastern Arizona near Globe, from August 28th to mid-September. They became known as The Frio Fire, which was cause by lightening.