http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/fair/ en-us Wed, 7 Oct 2009 08:10:31 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2356529/posts Last Tuesday, the Congressional Research Service (CRS), which is the non-partisan "research arm" of the United States Congress, issued a report that concludes that illegal aliens will be able to receive benefits under the House health care bill (H.R. 3200) through two major loopholes. (See CRS Report and FAIR Press Release, August 26, 2009). According to its own website, CRS is a legislative branch agency that provides Congress with "policy and legal analysis" that is authoritative, objective and accurate. (CRS website). The latest CRS report validates what FAIR has been saying for the past month and a half — that... Federation for American Immigration Reform http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2356529/posts#comment Wed, 7 Oct 2009 08:10:31 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2331392/posts The State Fair sent about 100 4-H participants home because several members contracted the H1N1 virus and about a dozen more developed flu-like symptoms. KSTP NEWS http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2331392/posts#comment Thu, 3 Sep 2009 18:06:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2331473/posts A massive green cabbage captured the Guinness World Record at the Alaska State Fair on Wednesday, crushing a record set in 1989 by nearly two pounds. The whopper submitted by Wasilla resident Steve Hubacek tipped the scales at 125.9 pounds, said Dean Phipps, marketing director for the fair. The cabbage's head measured about 21 inches across, and its leaves spanned about 5 feet. "I was there when they put it on," he said. "When they put it on everybody took a couple steps back and went like, 'Oh, my gosh.' They all had versions of that and then they started... Anchorage Daily News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2331473/posts#comment Thu, 3 Sep 2009 19:49:54 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2322823/posts House Health Reform Bill Will Allow Illegal Aliens to Receive Taxpayer-Funded Health Care Critics of America's Affordable Health Care Act of 2009 (AAHCA), the health care reform bill currently working its way through the House of Representatives, have suggested the bill will provide taxpayer-funded health care to illegal aliens. Supporters of the bill maintain that Section 246 will prevent illegal aliens from receiving benefits under the bill. Section 246 states that "[n]othing in this subtitle shall allow Federal payments for affordability credits on behalf of individuals who are not lawfully present in the United States."1 As discussed in this memorandum,... RightSideNews http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2322823/posts#comment Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:19:22 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2322311/posts The House bill actually raises more questions than it resolves with respect to whether the bill will burden American taxpayers by giving health care benefits to legal and illegal aliens. Under Welfare Reform, legal aliens are required to wait five years before becoming eligible for welfare or other taxpayer funded benefits. The House bill eliminates that 5-year waiting period. Accordingly, legal aliens will become immediately eligible for this government handout paid for by American taxpayers. Illegal aliens are also likely to qualify for this affordability credit. This is because there are NO provisions that would prevent illegals from participating in... Federation for American Immigration Reform http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2322311/posts#comment Sat, 22 Aug 2009 23:26:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2320365/posts DES MOINES, Iowa-- An Indianola woman is taking on a big challenge at the Iowa State Fair and it's put her on a feeding frenzy. Lindsay Grooters wants to sample every item at the fair that's sold on a stick. There are 55 such items sold at the fair this year. "If I see it and it looks good, I eat it," she said. She said her selections have ranged from traditional caramel apples to fried Twinkies. "I've had 30," she said. "(There's) 25 to go." Grooters said she's been pacing herself, eating five per day, every day. "I love... KCCI.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2320365/posts#comment Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:38:04 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2308711/posts LUMBERTON - As darkness fell on the final evening of the Burlington County Farm Fair on Saturday, one distinct parade made its way through the crowds of festival-goers. As part of his recent introduction of his running mate for the November election, Gov. Jon S. Corzine and his caravan made a stop at the Farm Fair to shake hands and talk to residents. The visit came as a late surprise to Farm Fair Manager Bill Spicer. "First he was coming and then he wasn't and then he was," said Spicer with a laugh. "But now he's here and I think... Phillyburbs http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2308711/posts#comment Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:45:21 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2250668/posts It seems that all of our self-appointed media watchdogs have become Obamacrat cuddle pups. I ran across a post on the FAIR site (Fairness & Accuracy In Reporting - - LOL!) titled Fox Fantasizes Evidence of Global Cooling. Yup, another nest of FOX News haters. The FAIR group may think it is objective, or the name may be a cover, FAIR has an obvious bias and can’t be counted as a trustworthy “watchdog.” Annuit Coeptis http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2250668/posts#comment Thu, 14 May 2009 11:34:20 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2231108/posts Fox news nearly doubled the total viewers of their competitors in both overall viewers and the 24-54 demographic largely due to their Tea Party coverage and the competitions lack of same. http://www.mediabistro.com/tvnewser/ratings/the_scoreboard_wednesday_april_15_114271.asp Media Bistro http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2231108/posts#comment Fri, 17 Apr 2009 01:41:16 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2206500/posts LONDON: Breaking up is hard to do. But lawyers, counselors, astrologists and lifestyle coaches at Britain's first divorce fair this weekend will aim to make the process easier. The fair, cheerily named the "Starting Over Show", takes place Sunday at a cozy hotel in the seaside resort town of Brighton. There will be live music, book signings and play areas for kids. Organizer Suzy Miller said the event would aim to focus on the positive, starting with a warming cup of tea and a chunk of homemade cake. "There are wedding fairs everywhere telling you how to tie the knot,... The Times of India http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2206500/posts#comment Sat, 14 Mar 2009 14:38:42 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2202587/posts By Julia Wallace,The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Sunday, March 08, 2009 Two weeks ago, you heard from our publisher, Doug Franklin, about the economic challenges at this newspaper and newspapers across the country. Last week, you heard from our head of sales and marketing about his team’s efforts to effectively sell advertising in the Atlanta market. Today, it’s my turn. I want to give you more detailed information on the content changes ahead in the next two weeks. I also want to respond to your questions to our publisher about what we are doing to make sure our news and editorial pages... ajc.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2202587/posts#comment Mon, 9 Mar 2009 16:47:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2178649/posts Harry Markopolos finally got his day in the sun Wednesday, after nearly 10 years of wandering in the financial wilderness, trying in vain to get someone (anyone) to listen to his warnings about Bernie Madoff. Testifying before the House Financial Services Committee, the would-be whistleblower blistered the SEC, Finra and other regulators for their "abject failure" to stop Madoff, "even when a multi-billion dollar case [was] handed to them on a silver platter." For those just tuning in (or who've been out to lunch), in mid-December Bernie Madoff admitted to running a $50 billion Ponzi scheme, of which only $950... yahoo finance http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2178649/posts#comment Thu, 5 Feb 2009 03:24:04 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2133298/posts Georgia supporters of the fair tax turned out en masse Sunday to cheer the idea of a national sales tax, which has become a thorny issue in the state’s high-profile Dec. 2 U.S. Senate runoff. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who won Georgia’s GOP presidential primary in February, joined about 2,000 people Sunday afternoon at the Gwinnett Civic Center in what became not just fair-tax rally, but a major campaign stop for Republican incumbent U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss of Moultrie. Chambliss backs the fair tax, which would abolish the Internal Revenue Service and replace the federal income tax and most... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2133298/posts#comment Mon, 17 Nov 2008 03:07:21 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2096224/posts DOUGLAS — All eyes were turned skyward on Wednesday at Douglas Municipal Airport as the Canadian Forces Snowbirds in their red and white jets with blue stripes shot across the sky casting shadows over “D” Hill. “So, what do you think, guys? Does that look like fun?” asked Snowbird Capt. Eric Willrich of the 2,000 students and spectators who came out for the mid-week air show. Willrich is the newest member of the Snowbirds and has found his niche, just not in a spot between positions No. 4 and No. 6. His forte is on the ground, talking to the... Sierra Vista Herald/Bisbee Review http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2096224/posts#comment Thu, 2 Oct 2008 23:57:53 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2085772/posts The Mainstream Media Is Dead As It Attempts To Steer Election By Herb Denenberg, The Bulletin 09/19/2008 You should be aware of how, in a most unexpected and unintended way, the mainstream media is determining the outcome of this election. As every reader of this column knows and, as perhaps everyone knows or suspects at this point, the mainstream media has been in a massive full court press to sell Sen. Barack Obama as president, without vetting him, without asking him tough questions and with treatment that some would think should be reserved for the second coming. By the mainstream media,... The Philadelphia Bulletin http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2085772/posts#comment Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:03:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2025903/posts Britain's first 'divorce fair' aims to make breaking up easier By Martin Beckford, Social Affairs Correspondent Last Updated: 2:48PM BST 04/06/2008   Britain's first-ever "divorce fair" is being held to cater for the growing number of couples whose marriages are breaking down. Estranged spouses will be able to get information from lawyers, financial advisers and self-help experts at the event, to help make their separation easier and rebuild their lives. Organisers insist there is a real need for the show, after official figures showed almost half of newly married couples will end up getting divorced. But critics claim the... The Telegraph (U.K.) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2025903/posts#comment Wed, 4 Jun 2008 16:47:45 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1989496/posts WASHINGTON — In a response to anti-immigrant sentiment and an increase in hate crimes against Latinos, a Hispanic rights group launched an effort Thursday to debunk myths espoused by media talk shows and political campaigns. The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund unveiled the "Truth in Immigration" campaign to rebut legal and factual inaccuracies about immigrants, particularly Latinos, in the United States. "Right now the airwaves are dominated by a few that speak very negatively and falsely about immigrants and immigration," said John Trasviña, MALDEF president and general counsel. Trasviña said the Web site — www.truthinimmigration.org, which will be... Express-News Washington Bureau http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1989496/posts#comment Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:32:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1981728/posts British sense of fair play proven by science By Roger Highfield, Science Editor Last Updated: 7:01pm GMT 06/03/2008 The British sense of fair play has been scientifically proven by experiments held in 16 cities which show that, by comparison, the Russians and Greeks thirst for revenge. The idealised games held around the world have shed new light on the way in which people co-operate for the common good - and what happens when they don't. The research published today in the journal Science shows that taking revenge is more common in relatively corrupt and undemocratic traditional societies based on authoritarian... The Telegraph (UK) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1981728/posts#comment Fri, 7 Mar 2008 03:33:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1970030/posts In a surprising admission, Hillary Clinton says Fox News Channel has actually been fairer to her presidential campaign than liberal MSNBC. Clinton stated in an interview that aired on station WJLA in Washington, D.C., that her staff had delivered to her “some independent study” suggesting that “in terms of the fairness of the coverage,” Fox has treated her campaign more fairly than MSNBC. Clinton was responding to a question from politico.com’s John Harris about MSNBC’s David Shuster, who was suspended last week for saying that Hillary’s daughter Chelsea had been "pimped out" by the Clinton campaign by asking her to... Newsmax http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1970030/posts#comment Thu, 14 Feb 2008 02:37:45 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1969299/posts BAGHDAD, Feb. 12, 2008 – In the late-morning sunlight, the crowd paid close attention to the speaker. He was one of them -- a home-grown leader. Army Col. Jeffery Bonner, a Fayetteville, Tenn., native who serves as an agricultural and commercial business development officer with the local embedded provincial reconstruction team, speaks to citizens from the Suleikh, Tunnis and Qahira neighborhoods in Baghdad’s Adhamiya district during a market fair in Suleikh, Feb. 9, 2008. Photo by Pfc. April Campbell, USA   (Click photo for screen-resolution image);high-resolution image available. They heard this meeting would offer them benefits, and Fikrat Kareem, the... American Forces Press Service http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1969299/posts#comment Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:14:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1961909/posts Turin, 29 Jan.(AKI) - The Union of Arab Writers has written a letter of protest at the designation of Israel as a guest of honour for the next edition of the Turin International Book Fair, Italian daily Corriere della Sera reports. The letter slams Israel's invitation to the event - timed to mark the 60th anniversary of the Jewish state - at a time when its economic blockade is crippling the Gaza Strip, according to prominent Iraqi author Younis Tawfik, quoted by Corriere della Sera. The Union of Arab writers has also written a letter to the Union of Italian... Adnkronos International http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1961909/posts#comment Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:37:16 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944638/posts 20 hosts gather in Iowa to focus on candidates' border positions. DES MOINES -- Twenty talk show hosts from across the nation are gathering in Des Moines today and tomorrow in a "Talk Radio Row" organized by the Federation for American Immigration Reform that is intended to bring presidential candidates' positions on immigration reform into the spotlight. FAIR's plans include a forum in which top Democratic and Republican Party presidential contenders, Iowa politicians, and national experts can meet to be interviewed in a talk radio marathon that reflects the growing importance of the immigration debate to the 2008 presidential campaign.... World Net Daily http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944638/posts#comment Thu, 27 Dec 2007 07:32:25 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944597/posts DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Immigrant-rights groups are criticizing the organizers of an upcoming radio event that will promote a crackdown on illegal immigration. The groups accuse the Federation for American Immigration Reform of endorsing bigotry and racism. FAIR is sponsoring a broadcast marathon for Thursday and Friday in a downtown Des Moines hotel. The event is expected to attract 22 radio talk show hosts from across the country to discuss immigration. ``We don't agree with their views that are demonizing immigrants, and we don't appreciate their coming to Iowa telling us what we should think about immigrants,'' said Alicia... globegazette.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944597/posts#comment Thu, 27 Dec 2007 04:19:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944334/posts What emerged from this research is that a national retail sales tax is a preferred method of taxation among most Americans surveyed. Another is that the tax would have significant benefits for the nation's economy. Why? Because it eliminates income taxes and payroll taxes (for Social Security and Medicare), which are costly to collect and end up as "embedded" in the price of everything we buy. Along with getting rid of the Internal Revenue Service and the complexities of the income tax code, the FairTax would eliminate the distorting effect that income and payroll taxes have on the economy. Research... Wall Street Journal http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1944334/posts#comment Wed, 26 Dec 2007 14:39:45 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1913234/posts Web site names Jim Gilchrist, Lou Dobbs as 'voices of intolerance.' WASHINGTON – A coalition of human rights and labor groups have begun a campaign to counter what they call the "vile and vicious" rhetoric of the anti-illegal immigration movement and "recapture the civility of discussion and debate" on the issue of comprehensive immigration reform. The campaign, called Campaign for a United America, launched Wednesday with the release of its Web site. As part of their work, the coalition will give tool kits to community groups that include sample letters to the editor and instructions on constructive meeting techniques. "Today... Orange County (CA) Register http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1913234/posts#comment Thu, 18 Oct 2007 23:09:25 GMT