@10::50 10/11/14

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Krugman:
http://www.nybooks.com/articles/archives/2014/oct/23/why-werent-alarm-bells-ringing/?insrc=hpma

http://krugman.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/07/slow-steaming-and-the-supposed-limits-to-growth/
Interesting. I just don't know.

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U.S.

A Practice Goes on Trial: Force-Feeding a Detainee

By CHARLIE SAVAGE | Oct 6th 2014

A lawyer for a Guantánamo Bay detainee called the force-feeding procedures “gratuitous suffering,” while the Justice Department said the measures were intended to keep prisoners healthy.

Detainees; Hunger Strikes; United States Defense and Military Forces; Military Tribunals 

"The road to hell is paved with good intentions"

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Automobiles

Monday Motorsports: Hamilton Wins Chaotic Japanese Grand Prix

By JERRY GARRETT | Oct 6th 2014

Rain cuts the Formula One race short; Joey Logano wins the Nascar Sprint Cup race in Kansas, securing a spot in the next Chase round.

Automobile Racing; Nascar Sprint Cup Series 

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N.Y. / Region

35 New York City Parks to Get Makeovers

By LISA W. FODERARO | Oct 6th 2014

Mayor Bill de Blasio is expected to announce plans to spend $130 million on play areas in low-income areas across the city.

Parks and Other Recreation Areas; Playgrounds 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Moses#Early_life_and_rise_to_power

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Power_Broker

His entry was as Parks Commissioner.

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Business Day

Amazon’s Tax Deal in Luxembourg Is Latest Target of E.U. Inquiries

By MARK SCOTT | Oct 7th 2014

An investigation, announced on Tuesday, will explore whether Luxembourg broke European Union competition rules in its tax arrangements with Amazon.

Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues; Corporate Taxes 

Tax law is a profession.  

Corporations will cut the best deal they can find.

The EU is attempting to "level the playing field" among their component states. 

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World

Pope Francis Calls for Candor at Meeting on Family Issues

By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO | Oct 6th 2014

A two-week assembly of bishops is expected to take up issues like divorce and remarrying and could lead to a revision of some church positions.

Divorce, Separations and Annulments; Families and Family Life 

Pope Francis appears to understand that his church is a designed by men institution.

The promise of change is not yet fulfilled.

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U.S.

Illinois: Teen Accused of Trying to Join Terrorists

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS | Oct 6th 2014

A 19-year-old American left a letter for his parents expressing disgust with Western society before trying to board a plane in Chicago, intending to sneak into Syria to join the Islamic State, according to a federal criminal complaint released Monday.

Terrorism; Muslims and Islam 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_of_thought

Possibly he could be hospitalized as "A danger to himself and to others".

We should hospitalize the armed forces on that basis.

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World

Saudis Are Next on Biden’s Mideast Apology List After Harvard Remarks

By MARK LANDLER | Oct 6th 2014

The vice president’s problems began Thursday when he declared that the biggest problem in dealing with Syria and the rise of the Islamic State was America’s allies in the region.

United States International Relations

"The White House expressed relief on Monday over Mr. Biden’s apologies, with the press secretary, Josh Earnest, noting that “the vice president is somebody who has enough character to admit when he’s made a mistake.” But asked repeatedly about the substance of his remarks, Mr. Earnest did not say the vice president was wrong."

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World

Two Koreas Exchange Fire at Sea Border

By CHOE SANG-HUN | Oct 6th 2014

A North Korean navy patrol boat crossed the disputed Northern Limit Line, and entered waters controlled by the South.

International Relations; Ships and Shipping

Civil religious faith is a clumsy tool.

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Opinion

The First to Fear Gunplay

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD | Oct 5th 2014

Probably a mistake.

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Opinion

Bad Credit? Big Problem

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD | Oct 5th 2014

A favorable credit report shouldn’t be a condition for employment.

Credit Scores; Hiring and Promotion; Labor and Jobs; Editorials; Discrimination; Law and Legislation

The employers problem is too many qualified applicants. 
They must select among a large number.

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U.S.

Amid Tight Races, Bill Clinton Urges Arkansans to Back Democratic Ticket

By JONATHAN MARTIN | Oct 6th 2014

The former president lashed out at out-of-state conservative groups that have hammered Senator Mark Pryor, the only Democrat remaining in the state’s congressional delegation and perhaps the most endangered incumbent in the country this year.

Midterm Elections (2014); Elections, House of Representatives; Elections, Senate

The Democrats should try anything.
Our liberties need the protection.

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Arts

Tax Court Ruling Is Seen as a Victory for Artists

By RANDY KENNEDY | Oct 6th 2014

If you say you are an artist, but you make little money from selling your art, your work can still be considered a profession in the eyes of the I.R.S.

Art; Federal Taxes (US); Finances; Tax Credits, Deductions and Exemptions; Income Tax

Interesting.
I will have to read the rules carefully when I file.
Different authorities can have different definitions.

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Opinion

Ukraine's Own Worst Enemy

By ALEKSANDR LAPKO | Oct 7th 2014

Corruption is a major problem in my country, not least for our soldiers fighting the insurgency in the east.

Defense and Military Forces; Corruption (Institutional); Politics and Government

Yes

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U.S.

Fred Branfman, Laos Activist, Dies at 72

By WILLIAM YARDLEY | Oct 6th 2014

During the Vietnam War, Mr. Branfman exposed a secret bombing campaign by the United States and lobbied Congress to stop financing the war.

Vietnam War; Bombs and Explosives; Deaths (Obituaries)

There is always more that could have been done.
I did not want to lead. 

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Opinion

India and America, Beginning Again

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD | Oct 5th 2014

We should not add to India's burdens.
I am not wise enough to know how.

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U.S.

Bruised and Weary, Ferguson Struggles to Heal

By JULIE BOSMAN | Oct 6th 2014

Almost two months after Michael Brown was shot to death by a police officer, the formerly anonymous suburb of St. Louis where he lived remains on edge.

Demonstrations, Protests and Riots; Murders and Attempted Murders; Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings; Blacks; Race and Ethnicity

They must vote their interests.

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U.S.

U.S. Military Deaths in Afghanistan

Oct 6th 2014

The Department of Defense has identified 2,335 American service members who have died as a part of the Afghan war and related operations.

United States Defense and Military Forces; Afghanistan War (2001- ); Deaths (Fatalities)

We are still trying to instruct . . .
I do not know how to force the desired transformation. 

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Technology

Facebook’s Shuttle Bus Drivers Seek to Unionize

By STEVEN GREENHOUSE | Oct 5th 2014

Some of the drivers, who work for a contractor and put in 15-hour split shifts, are seeking representation by the Teamsters.

Buses; Wages and Salaries; Organized Labor

A constant pressure to cut costs is destructive.
The buss service will die of competition.

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Opinion

Fine Print of the Catalan Vote

Oct 7th 2014

This nonbinding consultation is designed to gauge opinion on three possible alternatives for Catalonia.

US Dollar (Currency)

Wrong, wrong and wrong.

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U.S.Interesting. 

An Obama Ally Parts With Him on War Powers

By JONATHAN WEISMAN | Oct 5th 2014

Senator Tim Kaine told the president that if he intended to go to war with ISIS, he would have to ask Congress’s permission. The two have been battling ever since.

Iraq War (2003-11); United States Politics and Government; Presidents and Presidency (US); War Powers Act (1973); Law and Legislation

Congress can do nothing.
Doing nothing is probably our best option.
Doing nothing looks politically impossible.


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