Friday, January 20, 2012
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival: January 2012
Yes, it’s hard to imagine now, but after the holidays are over and it’s just you and your resolutions and cloudy skies and rainy days, you are going to be seriously glad you planned ahead and got tickets for the annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Nevada City!� This year’s line-up will include pieces [...]
Merry Christmas One and All!
California rafters provided the Christmas tree for the Capitol this year!� Well, not really.� But the tree DID come from the Stanislaus Forest, which is verrrrrry close to some of our rivers…………..so we like to think that we somehow had something to do with it.� Probably a bit of vainglory but it is the most [...]
The Nation: Religious Right Roars Back In SC
At times since 2008 it has appeared that the religious right has been subjugated to the fiscal conservatism of the Tea Party movement. Ben Adler of The Nation argues that if you want to see the real Republican Party, listen to what the candidates have to say in South Carolina.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Americans Anti-Big Business, Big Government
Frank Newport, GallupAmericans' satisfaction with the size and power of the federal government is at a record-low 29% and their satisfaction with the size and influence of major corporations remains near the all-time low at 30% -- making both highly susceptible targets for politicians and presidential candidates in this election year.Gallup began asking these questions in its annual Mood of the Nation surveys in 2001. About half of Americans in January 2001 were satisfied with the size of the federal government and of major corporations, and satisfaction with both has generally been declining since.
SNOW SNOW SNOW!
Rumor has it–and by “rumor” I mean online reports and also some “professional snowboarder” that Amy d talked to who read the 2012 Farmer’s Almanac–that a storm in the Sierra is on its way.� We, as are�all of you no doubt, are quite excited.� Sometimes it snows early, sometimes it snows late, and there’s a [...]
Wild and Scenic, High and Low
“The boat slid down the Boundary Creek ramp…” – or some variation can begin the tale. Each river has a point of reference, which triggers memories grown dim with the distractions of daily living. Around the Grand Canyon, a mention of Lee’s Ferry can make a normally reserved acquaintance into a raconteur. In the Salmon [...]
In 'Miss Bala,' Bullets And Beauty Pageants Collide
Gerardo Naranjo's gripping film about the Mexican drug wars is Mexico's submission this year for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Critic John Powers says it deftly illuminates a society plagued with fear.
In Former Steel Town, Residents Question GOP Candidates' 'Entitlement Society' Talk
Republican presidential candidates have had some harsh words about the role of government aid in the Obama administration. But in areas still struggling with a bad economy ? such as McKeesport, Pa. ? those getting aid say it's keeping them afloat. And they worry what cutting them off would mean.
Bringing Home The Fries: Fast Food Comes By Delivery
Fast-food restaurants would love to break into the lucrative home delivery market. But can a delivered french fry be a crispy one? We tested Burger King's new home delivery service to find out.
Freelance ?Slickwalking? in Snow Canyon, Utah
Snow Canyon, just outside St. George, Utah, is one of our all-time favorite places to camp. We describe it in detail in our guidebook: “Hiking from Here to WOW: Utah Canyon Country.” It’s Trip 1, on page 34. So on our recent migration south, from Canmore, Alberta, to Tucson, Arizona, we camped here and explored [...]
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Thursday Candidate Schedule (TIME)
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My First Time Rafting
“When I get back home, I can’t wait to book my next rafting trip,” Tracey told me. This was her first rafting and camping trip, and despite being a busy professional, hyper-connected to technology, and separated from her business, her experience on the incredible Rogue River in Oregon was amazing enough to inspire her to [...]
Bringing Home The Fries: Fast Food Comes By Delivery
Fast-food restaurants would love to break into the lucrative home delivery market. But can a delivered french fry be a crispy one? We tested Burger King's new home delivery service to find out.
American River Birds: Paddlers, Hunters, and Wee Flyers
Many of you have probably rafted the South Fork of the American River and wondered about the wildlife that lives on the riverbank and in the canyon.� If you’ve been particularly curious about the feathered creatures, you’ll be interested in a special event hosted by the American River Conservancy at the end of January.� Point [...]
Should The U.N. Grant Palestine Full Membership?
In the Intelligence Squared U.S. debate held Jan. 10, four experts on the Middle East face off on the motion "The U.N. Should Admit Palestine As A Full Member State." Could this approach help resolve or exacerbate the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine?
Should The U.N. Grant Palestine Full Membership?
In the Intelligence Squared U.S. debate held Jan. 10, four experts on the Middle East face off on the motion "The U.N. Should Admit Palestine As A Full Member State." Could this approach help resolve or exacerbate the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine?
Anyone Can Make a Super PAC: So Who Is the 'Real-Life Stephen Colbert'? (ABC News)
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Gains In Afghan Health: Too Good To Be True?
A U.S.-sponsored mortality survey released last year found huge improvements in health across Afghanistan. But the improvements are so dramatic that experts, including several involved in the survey, question the findings.
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