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2024.05.14 02:41 Pyroski The Midterms of 1848 and 1849 Pine & Liberty
 | In the final months of Daniel Webster's term, the economy, still reeling from the War of 1839 and the subsequent Panic of 1843, began a slow but steady recovery. William Lloyd Garrison, the incoming President who shattered the Federalists' grip on power, stepped into office with a bold agenda aimed at bolstering the economic upturn and lifting the nation's spirits. His initial flurry of legislative efforts included a proposed second bill of rights to prevent a repeat of the Sedition Acts, as well as measures to curb speech, the introduction of an equal rights and poll tax amendment, the reduction of the National Bank's influence, which Garrison branded as "corrupt" and "flawed," in favor of greater state control, and the full nationalization of the road industry. Congress has rejected every one of these, however, Garrison has managed to push through some reforms, such as removing Nathan Appleton as the bank's president in 1848, granting states more authority over monetary policies, the nonrenewal of the sedition acts, the District of Maine region's autonomy, imposing national limits on alcohol sales, and ban of the purchase of quantities over 16, and the ending of U.S. cooperation in the deportation of fugitives. However, widespread American fatigue over aggressive slavery policies, coupled with an indifferent Martin Van Buren administration, terms of the Treaty of Brussels, and interest in the settlement of new territories in the northwest, resulted in minimal diplomatic opposition to Garrison's fugitive policy. submitted by Pyroski to u/Pyroski [link] [comments] Despite minor economic hiccups, trade has largely returned to its pre-war status as industries have stabilized. This was partly due to then-President Nathan Appleton raising interest rates in response to Garrison's funding cuts and minor currency instability resulting from the sudden influx of state control. Furthermore, despite Garrison's efforts to establish further independence from the increasingly close British empire by expanding trade with Haiti, Mexico, France, and the Netherlands, foreign investments, particularly by the British, in railroads and other industries continue, much to Garrison's chagrin. Meanwhile, on the domestic front, with William Lloyd Garrison shepherding the more affluent Liberty party to adopt a more radical rhetoric against the establishment and secret societies as a whole, the Anti-Masonic party would see a sudden bleed of support, as several of its representatives switched their party affiliations in their 1846 and 1847 campaigns. This bleed would continue, as the party became Garrison's largest outsider ally on key legislative reforms, with Garrison championing the collapsing party's platform on issues such as poll tax and voting reforms, and fines for secret societies. By 1848, party officials would agree on a formal merge, as the remainder of party members switched over. As Temperance sentiment spreads far and wide across the nation, Natavist feelings soar to unprecedented heights; as Catholics and the Irish find themselves in the crosshairs of nativism, owing to stereotypes associating them with regular drinking and heavy alcohol consumption. https://preview.redd.it/842ju2rxl90d1.png?width=600&format=png&auto=webp&s=85820820ec95de1b3299657f3fe8a2d267920b63 Federalist Led by their esteemed leader, George Evans, federalists have undergone a significant transformation following a series of setbacks, including major electoral defeats to the oligarchy during the "Revolution of 1846" in both the Presidential and House races, and narrowly retaining control of the Senate. They distanced themselves from the still-sensitive Daniel Webster administration, and addressing concerns over his well-known alcoholism and allegations of sympathy to liquor, they adopted a more pronounced pro-temperance stance; with states such as Connecticut and New Hampshire, where they held sway over governorships and state legislatures, implementing stricter regulations. Moreover, although initially backing the Sedition Acts and playing key roles in its creation alongside Federalist President Noah Webster in 1827, most of the party shifted its stance by 1847, opposing its renewal. While Federalists have supported specific measures during the Garrison presidency, particularly those related to Temperance and opposition to the Sedition Acts, the party has emerged as Garrison's main opponent, leveraging their status as the second-largest party in the House and their majority in the Senate, to block much of his agenda. Notably, Massachusetts representative Nathaniel Briggs Borden, supported by the party establishment, spearheaded Federalist efforts to censure Garrison for his attempts to rein in the National Bank. Nonetheless, with the defense of the Law and Order party, Garrison managed to evade censure with a vote margin of 19-35. Nevertheless, leveraging their control in the Senate, Federalists effectively obstructed Garrison's legislative agenda, halting proposed cuts to national defense meant to prioritize funding for education and infrastructure, as outlined in Garrison's Bill of rights. Additionally, they stymied social reforms proposed by Garrison, including provisions in The Penitentiary Act of 1848 aimed at alleviating penalties for tax evasion, victims of the Sedition Acts, and Dorr sympathizers. Furthermore, they thwarted the full implementation of Garrison's Land Reform policy, which aimed to repurchase all lands acquired by foreign investors. Despite defeats amid the "Revolution of 1846" and a party identity crisis, the glimmer of victory at the end of the tunnel, driven by opposition to Garrison and his efforts to dismantle the National Bank, has spurred party unity. Centering their campaign primarily on one issue: The National Bank, Federalists argue that Garrison's attempts to curtail it are unconstitutional, citing the 13th amendment which established a strong permanent bank, and criticizing his use of the spoils system, particularly Arthur Tappan's appointment as bank president in the wake of Appleton's removal. Opponents criticize Tappan as too inexperienced, highlighting his close friendship with Garrison and lack of a banking background, exacerbated by Appleton's own nearly decade-long experience as its president, to allege cronyism. On economics, Federalists campaign on reinstating Appleton; passing legislation to ensure the bank's stability; and the further federalizing of the bank to its pre-Garrison status. Cooperation with private industries in the construction of infrastructure, to limit government spending so that the nation may pay off the heavy debts sustained from a lengthy war on top of an economic depression. They also contest Garrison's efforts to distance New England's ties with British trade and investors, advocating instead for a stronger connection with other European Powers; They champion a return to a close-knit relationship, both diplomatically and economically, with Federalists emphasizing Britain, which contributed heavily to their independence and later the diplomatic resolution of the War of 1839, as their foremost ally. This political cartoon, prominent during the Revolutionary War to depict Yankees as British loyalists, has regained popularity as a means to mock the Federalists' affection towards Britain and pro-British policies. Liberty Unseating the long-standing single-party rule of the Federalists during the Revolution of 1846, the Liberty Party stepped into the fray amidst a transformative era following a return to stability. Conceived by now-President William Lloyd Garrison under the influences of transcendentalism and liberty, advocating opposition to the government and support for limited intervention, it proved easier said than done to translate ideals into reality. Garrison eventually faced the stark reality upon assuming office, facing a slim majority in the House and a minority in the Senate, which forced him to navigate within the system, leaving much of his agenda in vain. Furthermore, Garrison's failure to pass equal rights and his proposed bill of rights has led inner-party critics, led by George Ripley, a Unitarian minister, and Henry David Thoreau, an author and former campaigner of Garrison, who has returned to civilization from his isolation in the forests of Massachusetts, to label Garrison as "corrupted" by political institutions. Other intra-party critics criticize his national restrictions on alcohol, attempts to block foreign business and investment, and fines for secret societies as further increasing the authority and scope of the government when the party's whole platform stood against it. Nonetheless, allies argue that his restrictions and expansion of executive power are necessary evils to tackle the root causes of societal issues and special interests and to promote the nation's independence while also supporting local businesses and industries. Despite the emergence of splintering anti-Garrison factions, the Liberty Party has sought to navigate controversy by upholding the core tenets of Garrison's presidency. These include his cessation of collaboration with the U.S. on the deportation of fugitives from the Hudson-Greenway line; dismantling what Liberators perceive as a corrupt National Bank, and his instrumental role in achieving Statehood for the District of Maine after a struggle spanning over a decade, resulting in the creation of two new states: Maine and Bangor. In addition to championing Garrison's established agendas, the party endeavors to garner support for unfinished initiatives. These include proposals to expand the House's seats from 65 to 86, with each state gaining two more representatives than its electoral vote in the Electoral College, thus aiming to bolster representation. Furthermore, they advocate for Garrison's Second Bill of Rights, seeking to amend the constitution to ensure rights for all citizens and to federalize the poll tax to a reduced fee of $1.80. Additionally, they push for legislation aimed at diminishing the influence of Jewish bankers and investments, echoing Garrison's public condemnation of them as "the enemy of the people and Christ" and their purported "stranglehold over our nation's wealth." The origin of the party name and of its followers, William Lloyd Garrison's \"The Liberator\" has remaiend infleuntial even despite Garrison's dpearture, with followers hanging the cover of the paper to show their support for the party. Law and Order Despite suffering heavy defeats amidst the Revolution of 1846 and Thomas Dorr's rebellion, the cornerstone of the party's creation, now relegated to the back burner of voters' minds, the Law and Order alliance of Farmers, Liberals, Traditionalists, and former Federalists and Nationalists finds itself in an awkward position. Larger parties such as the Federalists have adopted the centerpiece coalition's platform, such as the Federalists now championing calls for cooperation with the U.S. and moderate views on black and women's rights, while the Liberty Party advocates for limited government and a smaller national bank; Nonetheless, the Law and Order coalition has attempted to carve out a platform wedged between the two current party giants. Led by the party's House leader Robert C. Winthrop, the party has strongly emphasized its economic agenda, in a bid to set it apart from the two leading parties. They advocate for a limited National Bank, arguing for its scope to be restricted to essential sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and trade. Additionally, they propose limits on the money supply to maintain a stable bimetal gold and silver standard, advocate for increased transparency regarding bank loans, and impose requirements for loan eligibility. Moreover, emphasizing a limited federal government approach in favor of state control, they argue for allowing states to charter their own banks to a certain extent. They have also advocated for giving full control to the states to set their whiskey and alcohol policies, supporting government rollbacks on Garrison's national restrictions. Critics from the Law and Order faction lambaste Garrison for what they perceive as insufficient efforts to rein in the National Bank. Instead, they accuse him of employing the spoils system by appointing his friend, Arthur Tappan, whom many consider inexperienced, to oversee it, despite most of the party voting to replace Appleton with him. The party has argued for lower tariffs, contending that high tariffs disproportionately affect the nation's farmers while benefiting wealthy foreign and domestic investors and businesses; Additionally, they argue that lower tariffs would benefit consumer interests. Championed by Winthrop and fellow prominent Law and Orderites, including Senator Franklin Pierce, former Governor Edward Everett, Representative Charles G. Atherton, Rhode Island speaker John Hopkins Clarke, and a now one-legged John Fairfield, the party has attempted to adopt a "Proclamation of Neutrality" regarding foreign policy, believing their strength could be achieved through trade and cordial relations with any country, regardless of past relations or tensions with the nation's ally states. Most notably, their support for this policy extends to the nation's most infamous and longstanding enemy, the United States, with whom the nation has fought two wars. Any attempts to reconcile have been further complicated after the election of vocal anti-Fugitive ally, William Lloyd Garrison, who halted Yankee cooperation in the retrieval and return of fugitives. Nevertheless, this faction, derisively labeled the "Doughfaces" by critics due to their perceived willingness to bend to U.S. interests argues that cooperation was necessary. They point to the provisions of the Treaty of Brussels and the agreed-upon reward for captured fugitives, whom they claim weren't even citizens of New England, that the U.S. agreed to pay; Which they contend as a necessary evil to tackle and settle the burdensome debts the nation has accumulated in recent years. In stark contrast, the "Firebrands," nicknamed as such due to the fearmongering that their support for Garrison's policy will spark a third crisis between the two bordering nations, are led by Representative John P. Hale of New Hampshire and Associate Justice Marcus Morton, the 1841 National Party nominee. Famously during a party meeting, Hale would passionately argue, "After witnessing the sacrifice of countless lives, the toll of significant casualties, the devastation wrought upon our infrastructure, and the profound scars etched upon our nation, it would be nothing short of tragic to discover ourselves entangled once more in the very predicament we endeavored to escape..." This sentiment has been echoed similarly by the rest of the Firebrands as they emerge as the top faction opposed to inner-party calls for cooperation with the United States. \"DIPLOMATIC SCALES, a true balance\" a pro-Doughface political cartoon, contends through a smudge of humor, that the only way that the two nations, New England and the United States could remain in harmony is through compromise. Meanwhile, highlighting their role in the Treaty of Brussells and War of 1839, a man in the bottom-right conner, the personifcation of Britian interjects with his own oponions. |
2024.05.14 02:26 Pyroski The Midterms of 1848 and 1849 Pine & Liberty
 | In the final months of Daniel Webster's term, the economy, still reeling from the War of 1839 and the subsequent Panic of 1843, began a slow but steady recovery. William Lloyd Garrison, the incoming President who shattered the Federalists' grip on power, stepped into office with a bold agenda aimed at bolstering the economic upturn and lifting the nation's spirits. His initial flurry of legislative efforts included a proposed second bill of rights to prevent a repeat of the Sedition Acts, as well as measures to curb speech, the introduction of an equal rights and poll tax amendment, the reduction of the National Bank's influence, which Garrison branded as "corrupt" and "flawed," in favor of greater state control, and the full nationalization of the road industry. Congress has rejected every one of these, however, Garrison has managed to push through some reforms, such as removing Nathan Appleton as the bank's president in 1848, granting states more authority over monetary policies, the nonrenewal of the sedition acts, the District of Maine region's autonomy, imposing national limits on alcohol sales, and ban of the purchase of quantities over 16, and the ending of U.S. cooperation in the deportation of fugitives. However, widespread American fatigue over aggressive slavery policies, coupled with an indifferent Martin Van Buren administration, terms of the Treaty of Brussels, and interest in the settlement of new territories in the northwest, resulted in minimal diplomatic opposition to Garrison's fugitive policy. submitted by Pyroski to Presidentialpoll [link] [comments] Despite minor economic hiccups, trade has largely returned to its pre-war status as industries have stabilized. This was partly due to then-President Nathan Appleton raising interest rates in response to Garrison's funding cuts and minor currency instability resulting from the sudden influx of state control. Furthermore, despite Garrison's efforts to establish further independence from the increasingly close British empire by expanding trade with Haiti, Mexico, France, and the Netherlands, foreign investments, particularly by the British, in railroads and other industries continue, much to Garrison's chagrin. Meanwhile, on the domestic front, with William Lloyd Garrison shepherding the more affluent Liberty party to adopt a more radical rhetoric against the establishment and secret societies as a whole, the Anti-Masonic party would see a sudden bleed of support, as several of its representatives switched their party affiliations in their 1846 and 1847 campaigns. This bleed would continue, as the party became Garrison's largest outsider ally on key legislative reforms, with Garrison championing the collapsing party's platform on issues such as poll tax and voting reforms, and fines for secret societies. By 1848, party officials would agree on a formal merge, as the remainder of party members switched over. As Temperance sentiment spreads far and wide across the nation, Natavist feelings soar to unprecedented heights; as Catholics and the Irish find themselves in the crosshairs of nativism, owing to stereotypes associating them with regular drinking and heavy alcohol consumption. Federalist Led by their esteemed leader, George Evans, federalists have undergone a significant transformation following a series of setbacks, including major electoral defeats to the oligarchy during the "Revolution of 1846" in both the Presidential and House races, and narrowly retaining control of the Senate. They distanced themselves from the still-sensitive Daniel Webster administration, and addressing concerns over his well-known alcoholism and allegations of sympathy to liquor, they adopted a more pronounced pro-temperance stance; with states such as Connecticut and New Hampshire, where they held sway over governorships and state legislatures, implementing stricter regulations. Moreover, although initially backing the Sedition Acts and playing key roles in its creation alongside Federalist President Noah Webster in 1827, most of the party shifted its stance by 1847, opposing its renewal. While Federalists have supported specific measures during the Garrison presidency, particularly those related to Temperance and opposition to the Sedition Acts, the party has emerged as Garrison's main opponent, leveraging their status as the second-largest party in the House and their majority in the Senate, to block much of his agenda. Notably, Massachusetts representative Nathaniel Briggs Borden, supported by the party establishment, spearheaded Federalist efforts to censure Garrison for his attempts to rein in the National Bank. Nonetheless, with the defense of the Law and Order party, Garrison managed to evade censure with a vote margin of 19-35. Nevertheless, leveraging their control in the Senate, Federalists effectively obstructed Garrison's legislative agenda, halting proposed cuts to national defense meant to prioritize funding for education and infrastructure, as outlined in Garrison's Bill of rights. Additionally, they stymied social reforms proposed by Garrison, including provisions in The Penitentiary Act of 1848 aimed at alleviating penalties for tax evasion, victims of the Sedition Acts, and Dorr sympathizers. Furthermore, they thwarted the full implementation of Garrison's Land Reform policy, which aimed to repurchase all lands acquired by foreign investors. Despite defeats amid the "Revolution of 1846" and a party identity crisis, the glimmer of victory at the end of the tunnel, driven by opposition to Garrison and his efforts to dismantle the National Bank, has spurred party unity. Centering their campaign primarily on one issue: The National Bank, Federalists argue that Garrison's attempts to curtail it are unconstitutional, citing the 13th amendment which established a strong permanent bank, and criticizing his use of the spoils system, particularly Arthur Tappan's appointment as bank president in the wake of Appleton's removal. Opponents criticize Tappan as too inexperienced, highlighting his close friendship with Garrison and lack of a banking background, exacerbated by Appleton's own nearly decade-long experience as its president, to allege cronyism. On economics, Federalists campaign on reinstating Appleton; passing legislation to ensure the bank's stability; and the further federalizing of the bank to its pre-Garrison status. Cooperation with private industries in the construction of infrastructure, to limit government spending so that the nation may pay off the heavy debts sustained from a lengthy war on top of an economic depression. They also contest Garrison's efforts to distance New England's ties with British trade and investors, advocating instead for a stronger connection with other European Powers; They champion a return to a close-knit relationship, both diplomatically and economically, with Federalists emphasizing Britain, which contributed heavily to their independence and later the diplomatic resolution of the War of 1839, as their foremost ally. https://preview.redd.it/kw6x3jsyu90d1.png?width=645&format=png&auto=webp&s=61eea696763d9a22017b26e91766ed73f9f37cc2 Liberty Unseating the long-standing single-party rule of the Federalists during the Revolution of 1846, the Liberty Party stepped into the fray amidst a transformative era following a return to stability. Conceived by now-President William Lloyd Garrison under the influences of transcendentalism and liberty, advocating opposition to the government and support for limited intervention, it proved easier said than done to translate ideals into reality. Garrison eventually faced the stark reality upon assuming office, facing a slim majority in the House and a minority in the Senate, which forced him to navigate within the system, leaving much of his agenda in vain. Furthermore, Garrison's failure to pass equal rights and his proposed bill of rights has led inner-party critics, led by George Ripley, a Unitarian minister, and Henry David Thoreau, an author and former campaigner of Garrison, who has returned to civilization from his isolation in the forests of Massachusetts, to label Garrison as "corrupted" by political institutions. Other intra-party critics criticize his national restrictions on alcohol, attempts to block foreign business and investment, and fines for secret societies as further increasing the authority and scope of the government when the party's whole platform stood against it. Nonetheless, allies argue that his restrictions and expansion of executive power are necessary evils to tackle the root causes of societal issues and special interests and to promote the nation's independence while also supporting local businesses and industries. Despite the emergence of splintering anti-Garrison factions, the Liberty Party has sought to navigate controversy by upholding the core tenets of Garrison's presidency. These include his cessation of collaboration with the U.S. on the deportation of fugitives from the Hudson-Greenway line; dismantling what Liberators perceive as a corrupt National Bank, and his instrumental role in achieving Statehood for the District of Maine after a struggle spanning over a decade, resulting in the creation of two new states: Maine and Bangor. In addition to championing Garrison's established agendas, the party endeavors to garner support for unfinished initiatives. These include proposals to expand the House's seats from 65 to 86, with each state gaining two more representatives than its electoral vote in the Electoral College, thus aiming to bolster representation. Furthermore, they advocate for Garrison's Second Bill of Rights, seeking to amend the constitution to ensure rights for all citizens and to federalize the poll tax to a reduced fee of $1.80. Additionally, they push for legislation aimed at diminishing the influence of Jewish bankers and investments, echoing Garrison's public condemnation of them as "the enemy of the people and Christ" and their purported "stranglehold over our nation's wealth." https://preview.redd.it/9xaddoj2v90d1.png?width=1200&format=png&auto=webp&s=362325892120aab3df3f014dd3dfdb71f42440d9 Law and Order Despite suffering heavy defeats amidst the Revolution of 1846 and Thomas Dorr's rebellion, the cornerstone of the party's creation, now relegated to the back burner of voters' minds, the Law and Order alliance of Farmers, Liberals, Traditionalists, and former Federalists and Nationalists finds itself in an awkward position. Larger parties such as the Federalists have adopted the centerpiece coalition's platform, such as the Federalists now championing calls for cooperation with the U.S. and moderate views on black and women's rights, while the Liberty Party advocates for limited government and a smaller national bank; Nonetheless, the Law and Order coalition has attempted to carve out a platform wedged between the two current party giants. Led by the party's House leader Robert C. Winthrop, the party has strongly emphasized its economic agenda, in a bid to set it apart from the two leading parties. They advocate for a limited National Bank, arguing for its scope to be restricted to essential sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and trade. Additionally, they propose limits on the money supply to maintain a stable bimetal gold and silver standard, advocate for increased transparency regarding bank loans, and impose requirements for loan eligibility. Moreover, emphasizing a limited federal government approach in favor of state control, they argue for allowing states to charter their own banks to a certain extent. They have also advocated for giving full control to the states to set their whiskey and alcohol policies, supporting government rollbacks on Garrison's national restrictions. Critics from the Law and Order faction lambaste Garrison for what they perceive as insufficient efforts to rein in the National Bank. Instead, they accuse him of employing the spoils system by appointing his friend, Arthur Tappan, whom many consider inexperienced, to oversee it, despite most of the party voting to replace Appleton with him. The party has argued for lower tariffs, contending that high tariffs disproportionately affect the nation's farmers while benefiting wealthy foreign and domestic investors and businesses; Additionally, they argue that lower tariffs would benefit consumer interests. Championed by Winthrop and fellow prominent Law and Orderites, including Senator Franklin Pierce, former Governor Edward Everett, Representative Charles G. Atherton, Rhode Island speaker John Hopkins Clarke, and a now one-legged John Fairfield, the party has attempted to adopt a "Proclamation of Neutrality" regarding foreign policy, believing their strength could be achieved through trade and cordial relations with any country, regardless of past relations or tensions with the nation's ally states. Most notably, their support for this policy extends to the nation's most infamous and longstanding enemy, the United States, with whom the nation has fought two wars. Any attempts to reconcile have been further complicated after the election of vocal anti-Fugitive ally, William Lloyd Garrison, who halted Yankee cooperation in the retrieval and return of fugitives. Nevertheless, this faction, derisively labeled the "Doughfaces" by critics due to their perceived willingness to bend to U.S. interests argues that cooperation was necessary. They point to the provisions of the Treaty of Brussels and the agreed-upon reward for captured fugitives, whom they claim weren't even citizens of New England, that the U.S. agreed to pay; Which they contend as a necessary evil to tackle and settle the burdensome debts the nation has accumulated in recent years. In stark contrast, the "Firebrands," nicknamed as such due to the fearmongering that their support for Garrison's policy will spark a third crisis between the two bordering nations, are led by Representative John P. Hale of New Hampshire and Associate Justice Marcus Morton, the 1841 National Party nominee. Famously during a party meeting, Hale would passionately argue, "After witnessing the sacrifice of countless lives, the toll of significant casualties, the devastation wrought upon our infrastructure, and the profound scars etched upon our nation, it would be nothing short of tragic to discover ourselves entangled once more in the very predicament we endeavored to escape..." This sentiment has been echoed similarly by the rest of the Firebrands as they emerge as the top faction opposed to inner-party calls for cooperation with the United States. Minor PartyThis section is dedicated to minor parties that lack ballot access or cannot field candidates beyond specific races, making their chances of winning impossible.Drunkards Amidst the backdrop of anti-immigrant and Catholic sentiments fueled by campaigns advocating Temperance and the implementation of anti-alcohol measures on the national agendas of leading political factions, a coalition of politically engaged Catholic and Irish immigrants has emerged. Spearheaded by the influential editor of The Boston Post, James Gordon Bennett Sr., a Scottish Roman Catholic, their collective efforts have given rise to a small yet significant political organization: the Workingman's Party. With minor political connections, the party has largely remained native to Massachusetts, where it has contested several seats across the state, on a platform consisting of only three issues: equal protections for immigrants and immigrant workers, labor rights, and most infamously of all, opposition to temperance and alcohol restrictions. As a consequence, despite its intended role as a champion for laborers and immigrants, the party has more famously become to be known the mocking moniker of the "Drunkards" party, a label crafted by detractors to smear its reputation and insinuate that the party is run by a bunch of alcoholics who only became politically active after attempts to take or limit their bottle consumption https://preview.redd.it/p39hdv64ja0d1.png?width=1035&format=png&auto=webp&s=907ffefd3e191033384bc9ac17bab090ad4b876d View Poll |
2024.05.14 00:09 Grabs_Zel So, I've finished Invincible and needed to put into words haw I felt about this comic
I like how Invicible sets up everyone as humane. Even the aliens have an anthropomorphized sense of self, of instinct, of conquering their worst parts and making sacrifices in order to ensure the greater good, like we see with Allen, who was always ready to risk his relationships and himself for the good of the galaxy (even though sometimes that desire came from a not-so-righteous place, like trying to save face cause now he's the president of the fucking universe), however, the alien race that surprised me the most with how human they could be were the Viltrumites.
Before Mark, before Nolan, before even Thaedus, being a viltrumite basically meant you were born to be strong, you were born to conquer, you were born to be the best of the best and whatnot. With Thaedus' betrayal and the death of Emperor Argall, came the first chance for change in Viltrumite society, but unfortunately the context that brought that change upon wasn't a peaceful one, and so, brought up by a violent environment, Thragg rose to power and without the knowledge Argall had, the Viltrum Empire was faded to violence and conquering.
Beyond the circumstances of losing a leader, the Viltrumites also had to deal with a lethal virus that could not only incapacitate members of the race, but also kill them. They lost 99.9% of their population, leaving only 50 of them. The strongest people in the galaxy, diminished to so little... They knew however that even as few as they were, they were still strong, and so began Thragg's plan for finding a breeding ground for their race. This couldn't be done peacefully, Viltrumites are extremely hot headed by nature as we see even with Mark (and the fact that there were so few dimensions where he turned out a good person, according to Levy), everyone in the galaxy knew to fear them and their empire grew through rough colonialism.
Before Mark, we had Viltrumites as an exclusively tyrant race that used their strength to conquer. A race that was hurt by a leader that valued survival of the fittest above all, hurt by betrayal, hurt by a literal apocalypse, risen from the ashes by a tyrant who only perpetuated all those things but even worse. Then they decided to try earth and this is what this text is about.
When Nolan came to earth, it took him some time but eventually he found what most of us are going to find: Love, plain and simple, he found love in Debbie, he found love in Art, he found love in Mark, he found love for the planet and in absolutely no time, Nolan changed. This man had lived more than 2000 years knowing only rage and destruction but a couple of years on a planet full of passionate people completely changed him. During his quarrel with Mark, Nolan says stuff he doesn't even believe in, he dreaded that day, he hated that he had a duty with Viltrum, he got conflicted and at the end of the day, he chose to betray Viltrum, like Thaedus.
Nolan was the second example of a Viltrumite turning his back to their violent ways, his rage was still there, his power was still there, but his heart had been captured by completely different circumstances in his newfound life.
Nolan's saga is in some points even more impressive than that of Mark's. He didn't overcome what he could be, he overcame what he was, he reflected upon his actions, the actions of his people, all he had known for 2000+ years and realized that it could be better, he could be better and eventually he even believed they could all be better, and he was right...
Nolan is everything humans can be, everything some people are and just like it was with him, love will be these people's salvation, their chance for redemption, their chance to do good.
Thragg is an alien that also embodies a human sense of self, the thing is, he embodies some of the worst parts of being human. Thragg embraces tradition as the only way his race can survive, Thragg refused to give in to change even after seeing that it is real and possible through his people when they came to earth. He didn't have an offspring on earth, so we can assume he didn't even try, and that reveals that he knew, he knew it was possible to be a better person, be changed by humans, by love, and by seeing that as a weakness, he was afraid of it.
He never showed compassion for his children, using them as meat shields, throwing them at impossible battle odds as individuals, as an excuse to "weed out the weak", and that caused them to turn against him, because of course it would. These were children, they didn't know to fear Thragg or respect him as a leader like the older Viltrumites before Nolan took over the empire. They were doing all they could in battle not for supremacy, not for vengeance but for a chance to be seen as strong by their father and have the supposed honor to be treated as his children, not fodder. And when Ursaal realized the love of her father was something simply impossible to get, she stopped fighting for him, and so did the whole armada. That was the last bullet, Thragg wasn't defeated simply because Mark was stronger, he was defeated because he was abandoned, he had no one to rescue him from the sun, and there he met his ultimate end.
Thragg is everything humans can be, everything some people are and just like it was with him, the lack of love will eventually be these people's downfall.
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Before Mark, before Nolan, before even Thaedus, being a viltrumite basically meant you were born to be strong, you were born to conquer, you were born to be the best of the best and whatnot. With Thaedus' betrayal and the death of Emperor Argall, came the first chance for change in Viltrumite society, but unfortunately the context that brought that change upon wasn't a peaceful one, and so, brought up by a violent environment, Thragg rose to power and without the knowledge Argall had, the Viltrum Empire was faded to violence and conquering.
Beyond the circumstances of losing a leader, the Viltrumites also had to deal with a lethal virus that could not only incapacitate members of the race, but also kill them. They lost 99.9% of their population, leaving only 50 of them. The strongest people in the galaxy, diminished to so little... They knew however that even as few as they were, they were still strong, and so began Thragg's plan for finding a breeding ground for their race. This couldn't be done peacefully, Viltrumites are extremely hot headed by nature as we see even with Mark (and the fact that there were so few dimensions where he turned out a good person, according to Levy), everyone in the galaxy knew to fear them and their empire grew through rough colonialism.
Before Mark, we had Viltrumites as an exclusively tyrant race that used their strength to conquer. A race that was hurt by a leader that valued survival of the fittest above all, hurt by betrayal, hurt by a literal apocalypse, risen from the ashes by a tyrant who only perpetuated all those things but even worse. Then they decided to try earth and this is what this text is about.
When Nolan came to earth, it took him some time but eventually he found what most of us are going to find: Love, plain and simple, he found love in Debbie, he found love in Art, he found love in Mark, he found love for the planet and in absolutely no time, Nolan changed. This man had lived more than 2000 years knowing only rage and destruction but a couple of years on a planet full of passionate people completely changed him. During his quarrel with Mark, Nolan says stuff he doesn't even believe in, he dreaded that day, he hated that he had a duty with Viltrum, he got conflicted and at the end of the day, he chose to betray Viltrum, like Thaedus.
Nolan was the second example of a Viltrumite turning his back to their violent ways, his rage was still there, his power was still there, but his heart had been captured by completely different circumstances in his newfound life.
Nolan's saga is in some points even more impressive than that of Mark's. He didn't overcome what he could be, he overcame what he was, he reflected upon his actions, the actions of his people, all he had known for 2000+ years and realized that it could be better, he could be better and eventually he even believed they could all be better, and he was right...
Nolan is everything humans can be, everything some people are and just like it was with him, love will be these people's salvation, their chance for redemption, their chance to do good.
Thragg is an alien that also embodies a human sense of self, the thing is, he embodies some of the worst parts of being human. Thragg embraces tradition as the only way his race can survive, Thragg refused to give in to change even after seeing that it is real and possible through his people when they came to earth. He didn't have an offspring on earth, so we can assume he didn't even try, and that reveals that he knew, he knew it was possible to be a better person, be changed by humans, by love, and by seeing that as a weakness, he was afraid of it.
He never showed compassion for his children, using them as meat shields, throwing them at impossible battle odds as individuals, as an excuse to "weed out the weak", and that caused them to turn against him, because of course it would. These were children, they didn't know to fear Thragg or respect him as a leader like the older Viltrumites before Nolan took over the empire. They were doing all they could in battle not for supremacy, not for vengeance but for a chance to be seen as strong by their father and have the supposed honor to be treated as his children, not fodder. And when Ursaal realized the love of her father was something simply impossible to get, she stopped fighting for him, and so did the whole armada. That was the last bullet, Thragg wasn't defeated simply because Mark was stronger, he was defeated because he was abandoned, he had no one to rescue him from the sun, and there he met his ultimate end.
Thragg is everything humans can be, everything some people are and just like it was with him, the lack of love will eventually be these people's downfall.
2024.05.14 00:00 PorcelainDalmatian Whistling Past The Graveyard
Most of you have probably seen the truly disastrous New York Times/Sienna swing state polls that came out this morning, that paint a dire picture for the ostriches in the Biden campaign. I understand dismissing polls from outlets like Rasmussen, because their entire polling operation is just a guy named Gary sitting behind a folding table in the lobby of the Rec Center at The Villages. But are we going to dismiss The New York Times? Are they part of the “vast right wing conspiracy” now too? What about NBC, Washington Post, NPR, CBS et al? And virtually all of the polls are wrong? Biden’s approval numbers? The “wrong track” numbers? Biden’s confidence numbers? The economic poll numbers? Everything is wrong? Really? Now who’s on “Earth II?”
And then there are the numbers themselves. A traditional (+/- 3%) MOE means a 6-point swing. NYT has Trump at +13 in Nevada. Assuming that poll is off by a whopping 50%, he’s still beating the swing. That’s disastrous. 10 points in Georgia? Horrible. 7 points in both Michigan and Arizona? All outside the swing. Polling among traditionally Democrat voting groups are even less encouraging. Recent polling indicates 30% of Black men are considering voting for Trump. Suppose that survey is off by 50%, it still means 15% - which is disastrous for Biden. Don’t even get me started on the youth vote. Many people forget that not too long ago, the big prizes of Ohio (18 electoral votes) and Florida (29 electoral votes) were up for grabs. With those two states now firmly in the Red column, the Democrats have a very narrow gauntlet to run.
For some reason, whether it’s rose-colored optimism or just plain denial, we’re all supposed to act as if everything is fine. From Simon Rosenberg to Geoff Garin to Molly Jong Fast (who I’m now calling Pauline Kael, Jr) we’re told not to worry. But you know things are bad when you watch turd-polishing Democrat operatives on cable news say things like:
Both these men are completely known quantities. There’s nothing left to discover. Both have run against each other before. Both have done the job of President before - very recently. Opinions are largely set. That’s why we’ve seen almost no movement in polls from 12 months out to 6 months out. Everything is baked. Trump killed one million Americans by ignoring COVID, staged a literal bloody coup attempt, was convicted of rape, defamation and a lifetime of financial fraud totaling almost half a billion dollars, and the needle didn’t move. If you think getting convicted of “falsifying business records” is going to move that needle, then I’ve got some oceanfront condos in Nebraska to sell you. He’s not going to jail. Short of him killing Kristi Noem’s other dog live on the Times Square Jumbo-Tron, Trump’s numbers are fixed. Biden fares no better. Is he going to get younger over the next 6 months? Are we going to have sudden deflation that wipes out 3 years of price increases? Is the Fed going to cut rates by 5 points? Are the Israelis and Palestinians going to start holding hands and singing Kumbaya? In 6 months? There are no October Surprises coming, folks - so don’t count on one.
That’s why we need to take these polls extremely seriously - NOW. No more dismissing them. No more waiting around hoping they’ll change. No more, “Just wait until “______” months out. No more whistling past the graveyard. Our task is different this cycle. It’s not about persuading open minds, it’s about changing voters’ closed minds, which is a far more difficult and lengthy task. Here are a few ideas for starting that process now:
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And then there are the numbers themselves. A traditional (+/- 3%) MOE means a 6-point swing. NYT has Trump at +13 in Nevada. Assuming that poll is off by a whopping 50%, he’s still beating the swing. That’s disastrous. 10 points in Georgia? Horrible. 7 points in both Michigan and Arizona? All outside the swing. Polling among traditionally Democrat voting groups are even less encouraging. Recent polling indicates 30% of Black men are considering voting for Trump. Suppose that survey is off by 50%, it still means 15% - which is disastrous for Biden. Don’t even get me started on the youth vote. Many people forget that not too long ago, the big prizes of Ohio (18 electoral votes) and Florida (29 electoral votes) were up for grabs. With those two states now firmly in the Red column, the Democrats have a very narrow gauntlet to run.
For some reason, whether it’s rose-colored optimism or just plain denial, we’re all supposed to act as if everything is fine. From Simon Rosenberg to Geoff Garin to Molly Jong Fast (who I’m now calling Pauline Kael, Jr) we’re told not to worry. But you know things are bad when you watch turd-polishing Democrat operatives on cable news say things like:
“Well, Anderson, when you look at exurban, lactose-intolerant, Latvian-American independents with three fingers, aged 37-39, Biden is +2 compared to 2020…….”My spleen is going to implode if I hear one more Democrat pundit say, “Don’t worry, polls this far out fluctuate wildly.” Yes, in a typical year they do. But this is no typical year. For the first time since 1892, two former presidents are running against each other, and that changes everything. Why pundits and campaign managers can’t seem to understand this is simply beyond me. Unless your comparisons are to the 1892 race, I don’t want to hear them. In a typical election year, polls move drastically in the last 6 months because the electorate is getting to know the challenger for the first time. That’s simply not the case this year.
Both these men are completely known quantities. There’s nothing left to discover. Both have run against each other before. Both have done the job of President before - very recently. Opinions are largely set. That’s why we’ve seen almost no movement in polls from 12 months out to 6 months out. Everything is baked. Trump killed one million Americans by ignoring COVID, staged a literal bloody coup attempt, was convicted of rape, defamation and a lifetime of financial fraud totaling almost half a billion dollars, and the needle didn’t move. If you think getting convicted of “falsifying business records” is going to move that needle, then I’ve got some oceanfront condos in Nebraska to sell you. He’s not going to jail. Short of him killing Kristi Noem’s other dog live on the Times Square Jumbo-Tron, Trump’s numbers are fixed. Biden fares no better. Is he going to get younger over the next 6 months? Are we going to have sudden deflation that wipes out 3 years of price increases? Is the Fed going to cut rates by 5 points? Are the Israelis and Palestinians going to start holding hands and singing Kumbaya? In 6 months? There are no October Surprises coming, folks - so don’t count on one.
That’s why we need to take these polls extremely seriously - NOW. No more dismissing them. No more waiting around hoping they’ll change. No more, “Just wait until “______” months out. No more whistling past the graveyard. Our task is different this cycle. It’s not about persuading open minds, it’s about changing voters’ closed minds, which is a far more difficult and lengthy task. Here are a few ideas for starting that process now:
- LEAN HARD ON THE CONCEPT OF FREEDOM: Across the political spectrum most Americans share one core value: We like to be left alone. We don’t like busybodies (especially the government) telling us what we can and can’t do. We like our freedom. The GOP has already become the party of extremist, authoritarian busybodies, and their future plans are truly dystopian. We need to hang the entire party’s authoritarian impulses around Trump’s neck like an albatross. Book bans, IVF bans, abortion bans, protest bands, porn bans, voter suppression - these are not popular with the vast majority of Americans. We need to start portraying the GOP as the Handmaid’s Tale/SNL Church Lady/Nurse Ratchet figures that they are. (And it’s not hyperbole when it’s already happening in Red states coast to coast. We have plenty of ammo). The hallmark message of this campaign needs to be “Creepy Republicans (mostly men) are obsessed with your bedroom and your bathroom.” Do you want Ted Cruz in your OB/GYN’s exam room with you and your doctor? Because that’s where we’re headed if you elect Trump/Republicans. Educate the hell out of Americans on Project 2025 and its Evangelical-based Puritanism. That’s a long, tough task that needs to begin NOW, not in October.
- EDUCATE PEOPLE ON BIDEN’S ACHIEVEMENTS: This shouldn’t have to be our job, but sadly Biden has been sitting in an ivory tower for 3+ years, refusing to use the world’s biggest bully pulpit to tout his own achievements. Add in a mainstream media that completely ignores him and it’s even worse. It might be too late. Read this truly stunning article from The Hill: 34% of Americans know NOTHING about the American Rescue Plan. 44% know NOTHING about the CHIPS Act. 24% know NOTHING about the Inflation Reduction Act. The infrastructure law fares no better, at 30% ignorance. 25% of the country thinks Biden is responsible for ending Roe V. Wade! Maybe educating them will pull a few percentage points our way, but it’s an uphill climb at this late date.
- PROMOTE THE HELL OUT OF RFK, JR: I’ve been beating this drum for months now, and thankfully some Democrat operatives are starting to come around. RFK, Jr is one of the greatest gifts the Democrats have ever received, and they need to starting acting like it. Unlike Biden and Trump, he is the one candidate in this race that Americans are getting to know for the first time. And once they do, he pulls almost exclusively Trump voters. Kennedy has virtually no appeal to Democrats, once they get to know him and his policies. So educate them! Promote him! He is doing almost exclusively MAGA press, picking up almost exclusively MAGA endorsements, and taking almost exclusively MAGA positions. If you don’t believe me, please sign up for his emails. They are virtually indistinguishable from Trump’s messaging. Go to one of his events - you’ll find almost entirely former Trump supporters. As people have gotten to know RFK, Jr. his polling as gone from pulling mostly Biden supporters, to mostly even, to pulling mostly Trump supporters. His brand of wacky, anti-vax conspiracy theorism is perfectly poised to keep 3rd-party-curious voters from returning to Trump. Trump and his MAGA surrogates have been stepping up their attacks on RFK Jr lately, because even they know it in their bones. The Democrats need to promote RFK, by using social media to micro-target the anti-vax, conspiracy theorist, tinfoil-hat crowd that would traditionally go back to Trump. It’s a golden opportunity, and they’re blowing it.
- STOP ACTNG LIKE IT’S 1982: Biden and his surrogates seem stuck in a time warp. They’re operating a campaign from a bygone era: Wait until the last few months, run some local TV ads with American flags and amber waves of grain, send out some junk mailers, pick up a union boss endorsement or two, get the local paper (if it even exists anymore) to endorse you, smile a lot, and kiss some babies. Meanwhile the GOP knows it’s in a fight for a knife in the mud. Trump is doing rallies - where are Biden’s? Trump and his minions are savaging Biden on a minute-by-minute basis - where are Biden and his surrogates? Don’t wait to go for the jugular - do it now. And keep that shiv in Trump’s neck for the next 6 months. Don’t worry about looking “Presidential” - worry about looking strong. Get creative and provocative with your dystopian ads. Scare people. Don’t worry about naysayers complaining that you’re exaggerating, because you’re not. Leverage social media - hard. Live in 2024. Embrace it. In other words - stop bringing a casserole to a knife fight.
2024.05.14 00:00 LuckySkill7379 Chatham Rock Phosphate Limited Closes Private Placement
WELLINGTON New Zealand – Chatham Rock Phosphate Limited (TSXV: “NZP”, NZX: “CRP” and “3GRE” (Frankfurt) or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has closed a non-brokered private placement of 3,878,441 shares (the “Shares”) at a price of CA$0.08 (NZ$0.10 and AU$0.09) per share for gross proceeds of CA$310,275 (NZ$387,844 or AU$349,059) (the “Offering”).
In connection with the sale of the Shares, the Company paid a total of $1,920 in cash to an eligible finder for certain of the Shares sold.
All securities issued pursuant to the private placement are subject to a hold period and may not be traded until September 11, 2024.
Use of Funds
The funds raised will be used for the following purposes: • Fast tracking the mine development at Korella North in Queensland; • Continuation of the permitting process for the Avenir Makatea onshore phosphate project in French Polynesia; and • General working capital.
In connection with the Offering, a director of the Company purchased a total of 55,000 Shares. The subscription by an insider of the Company constitutes a related party transaction for the purposes of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI 61-101”), but the Company is relying on exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements provided under sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101 on the basis that the fair market value of the subscription, insofar as it involves an insider of the Company, does not exceed 25% of the market capitalization of the Issuer, as determined in accordance with MI 61-101.
For further information please contact:
Chris Castle President and Chief Executive Officer Chatham Rock Phosphate Limited 64 21 55 81 85 or [chris@crpl.co.nz](mailto:chris@crpl.co.nz)
Statements about the Company’s future expectations and all other statements in this press release other than historical facts are “forward looking statements”. Such forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including risks inherent in mineral exploration and development, which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any projected future results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Neither the Exchange, its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined under the policies of the Exchange), or New Zealand Exchange Limited has in any way passed upon the merits of the above descried transaction, and has neither approved nor disapproved of the contents of this press release.
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In connection with the sale of the Shares, the Company paid a total of $1,920 in cash to an eligible finder for certain of the Shares sold.
All securities issued pursuant to the private placement are subject to a hold period and may not be traded until September 11, 2024.
Use of Funds
The funds raised will be used for the following purposes: • Fast tracking the mine development at Korella North in Queensland; • Continuation of the permitting process for the Avenir Makatea onshore phosphate project in French Polynesia; and • General working capital.
In connection with the Offering, a director of the Company purchased a total of 55,000 Shares. The subscription by an insider of the Company constitutes a related party transaction for the purposes of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI 61-101”), but the Company is relying on exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements provided under sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101 on the basis that the fair market value of the subscription, insofar as it involves an insider of the Company, does not exceed 25% of the market capitalization of the Issuer, as determined in accordance with MI 61-101.
For further information please contact:
Chris Castle President and Chief Executive Officer Chatham Rock Phosphate Limited 64 21 55 81 85 or [chris@crpl.co.nz](mailto:chris@crpl.co.nz)
Statements about the Company’s future expectations and all other statements in this press release other than historical facts are “forward looking statements”. Such forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including risks inherent in mineral exploration and development, which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any projected future results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Neither the Exchange, its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined under the policies of the Exchange), or New Zealand Exchange Limited has in any way passed upon the merits of the above descried transaction, and has neither approved nor disapproved of the contents of this press release.
2024.05.13 23:29 Then_Marionberry_259 MAY 13, 2024 AOT.TO ASCOT REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2024 RESULTS
 | https://preview.redd.it/tsxynee0i90d1.png?width=3500&format=png&auto=webp&s=616474707538de01b837d7ace47799ab73f53192 submitted by Then_Marionberry_259 to Treaty_Creek [link] [comments] VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascot Resources Ltd. ( TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF ) (“ Ascot ” or the “ Company ”) is pleased to announce the Company’s unaudited financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2024 (“ Q1 2024 ”), and also to provide a construction update on the Company’s Premier Gold Project (“ PGP ” or the “ project ”), located on Nis g a’a Nation Treaty Lands in the prolific Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia. For details of the unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2024, please see the Company’s filings on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca). All amounts herein are reported in $000s of Canadian dollars (“ C$ ”) unless otherwise specified. Q1 2024 AND RECENT HIGHLIGHTS
Project financing On February 20, 2024, the Company closed a bought deal private placement for gross proceeds of $28,751 and a financing package of US$50 million for the completion and ramp-up of PGP. The financing package consisted of a royalty restructuring and a cost overrun facility. Construction progress key performance indicators At the end of Q1 2024, overall construction was 98% complete, compared with 86% complete at the end of Q4 2023. With first gold having been poured on April 20, 2024 via gold recovered through the gravity circuit, the project construction is 100% complete on schedule and on the most recently provided budget of approximately C$339 million. Commissioning and ramp-up activities in the processing plant and in the mine continue towards achieving commercial production in Q3 of 2024. Safety The Project had no lost time injuries in Q1 2024. There was an increase in recordable injuries at the end of the quarter which in part, can be attributable to seasonal changes and the transition from construction to operations. As the Project continues its transition from construction into operations, focus has been placed on the ongoing development of standard operating procedures, in field job hazard analysis and worker training. There was a small increase in property damage reported in the quarter due in part to weather conditions and the onboarding of a significant number of new workers to the site. The re-enforcement of reporting to the operating team remains a key focus to ensure that all learnings are identified and applied to prevent re-occurrence and reflect in the future training plans. In Q2 2024, significant work will be placed to support the operational teams to begin to operate the newly constructed plant through the final stages of C4 and C5 commissioning. Processing plant and site infrastructure Mechanical and electrical work in the mill was substantially completed in Q1 2024 with minor associated systems and punch list items to complete. Focus has shifted to commissioning the process plant and ramp up as well as completing minor deficiencies. Stage one of the tailings storage facility (“TSF”) raise was completed and accepted by the Engineer of Record for use. Earthworks activities in 2024 will focus on raising the spillway dam by three metres, producing material for the 2025 raise and advanced work on the Cascade Creek Diversion in preparation for the 2025 works and final completion of the diversion. The new water treatment plant was substantially mechanically and electrically completed in Q4 2023 with some minor areas remaining. The high-density sludge circuit was commissioned in Q1 2024 and is advancing towards full ramp up. The MBBR circuit was substantially complete in Q1 2024 and will begin full commissioning as the process plant continues to deposit tailings into the TSF and feed nitrogen species into the MBBR circuit. The site power reticulation was completed in Q1 2024. Sustaining capital works in 2024 will focus on reticulation to the Premier portal as well as the Big Missouri portal. Mine development Procon Mining & Tunnelling (“Procon”) a mine contractor with extensive experience in BC and the Golden Triangle continued to advance mine development at two portal areas: S1 about 9 kilometres north of the mill which accesses the Big Missouri and Silver Coin deposits, and the mill adjacent Premier Northern Light (“PNL”) portal which accesses the Premier and Northern Light orebodies. As of the end of Q1 2024, Procon had about 57 people on site, 40 of whom were miners and 10 were maintenance personnel. At Big Missouri, Procon advanced development into several ore headings in the A zone, as well as reactivating the S1 ramp heading that goes to Silver Coin deposit. In Q1 Procon developed 936 metres at Big Missouri (258 metres in ore and 678 metres in waste, and by April 29, 2024, development advanced to 905 metres in waste and 507 metres in ore total in 2024. Including the development completed in late 2022 and late 2023, the total development to date is approximately 2,710 metres in both ore and waste. Productivities at Big Missouri have continued to improve, with availability of key equipment such as Maclean bolters being made a priority. During Q1 2024, the geological team continued to encounter high grade material occurrences in both face sampling and probe hole drilling in multiple areas of the A zone. As previously reported, these occurrences are in or very near existing wireframes or logical extensions of wireframes. At the end of March 31, 2024, a total of approximately 30,000 tonnes of ore was mined from Big Missouri and stockpiled at Diego pit. At PNL, Procon dealt with issues related to near surface structure and weak ground. These issues seem to have abated at the end of April, and Procon has started to make better progress as they move into the better ground conditions expected at Premier given what was seen historically. In Q1 2024 approximately 85 metres were advanced at PNL, and at the end of April this increased to approximately 150 metres as ground conditions improved. Mining development is being advanced down into the Premier deposit for initial mining in the Prew Zone, with ore development now anticipated to begin in early Q3 2024, and initial longhole stope production following later in Q3 2024. The ramp has been strategically laid out to allow for underground drilling on the Sebakwe Zone in 2024 and will eventually connect a footwall ramp over to the 602 area at the southern end of the Premier deposit. Although progress has been slow, the quality of the resultant work with ground control and shotcrete arches has been excellent, allowing for a secure and stable ramp for the life-of-mine production to come from this area approximately 350 metres from the Premier Mill. Recruitment At the end of Q1 2024, total site recruitment has reached approximately 90% of the planned operational team. A key achievement was the successful recruitment for some challenging roles pertaining particularly to some of the maintenance roles, health and safety (specifically, mine rescue), and technical roles for the mine and processing area. Policies and procedures development have been ongoing throughout Q1 2024 and key documents will be rolled out in Q2 2024. Permitting and Environmental Compliance A Joint Permit Amendment Application (“JPAA”) was required to be re-aligned with the project completion dates and was submitted in October 2023. The JPAA underwent first round comments through February 2024 and second round comments were received in late April 2024, with our responses anticipated to be submitted in May 2024. The air permit was received on March 25, 2024. The updated environmental permit PE-8044, including the sewage treatment facility discharge permit is anticipated to be received in late May 2024. 2024 EXPLORATION PROGRAM Planning for the 2024 exploration program is in full swing with an anticipated start date in late June. There are several areas on the properties that will be targeted by new drilling. Near the Premier mill, several drill holes have been planned around the Prew and Sebakwe zones of the Premier deposit. The new holes will complement the existing drill pattern at Prew and test induced polarization geophysical anomalies from last year’s survey. Additional drill holes have been planned for the Big Missouri deposit where underground development is rapidly providing access to different parts of the deposit. The new holes will be designed for resource conversion and mine plan addition at this deposit. Specific new drill targets have been identified at the Day Zone on the western edge of the deposit, where geophysical anomalies seem to outline previously untested mineralization along strike of known ore zones. Additional exploration drill holes are targeting a large geophysical anomaly to the west of the Dilworth deposit that extends surface showings to the north onto Ascot’s PGP property. This target has a large strike extent and may require drilling over more than one exploration season. The Company anticipates a drill program of between 15,000 and 20,000 metres distributed over the areas described above. The program will require utilization of two drill rigs into late September or early October 2024. FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED MARCH 31, 2024 The Company reported a net loss of $6,208 for Q1 2024 compared to $7,589 for Q1 2023. The lower net loss for the current period is primarily attributable to a $2,170 decrease in the loss on extinguishment of debt and a $1,196 decrease in financing costs, partially offset by increases in other expense categories. LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES As at March 31, 2024, the Company had cash & cash equivalents of $47,028 and working capital deficiency of $33,030. The working capital deficiency is caused by an estimated $23,024 as the current portion of the deferred revenue only to be settled with future production from the Project and the $25,180 value of the Convertible facility, which is classified as current due to the lender’s right to exercise the conversion option at any time at a variable exercise price. Excluding these non-cash current liabilities, working capital was $15,174. In Q1 2024, the Company issued 67,807,135 common shares, 10,164,528 warrants, and granted 110,000 stock options and 28,667 Deferred Share Units. Also, 100,766 stock options expired or were forfeited, 24,427 Restricted Share Units were forfeited, and 99,039 stock options, 137,533 Deferred Share Units and 158,726 Restricted Share Units were exercised in Q1 2024. MANAGEMENT’S OUTLOOK FOR 2024 In 2024, the Company will transition from the construction of the mine and related infrastructure to the operation of the entire site and becoming a gold producer. Despite the challenges associated with this transition, there are many opportunities for the Company to grow and create value. The key activities and priorities for 2024 include:
John Kiernan, P.Eng., Chief Operating Officer of the Company is the Company’s Qualified Person (QP) as defined by National Instrument 43-101 and has reviewed and approved the technical contents of this news release. On behalf of the Board of Directors of Ascot Resources Ltd. “Derek C. White” President & CEO, and Director For further information contact: David Stewart, P.Eng. VP, Corporate Development & Shareholder Communications dstewart@ascotgold.com 778-725-1060 ext. 1024 About Ascot Resources Ltd. Ascot is a Canadian mining company focused on commissioning its 100%-owned Premier Gold Mine, which poured first gold in April 2024 and is located on Nis g a’a Nation Treaty Lands, in the prolific Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia. Concurrent with commissioning Premier towards commercial production anticipated in Q3 of 2024, the Company continues to explore its properties for additional high-grade gold mineralization. Ascot’s corporate office is in Vancouver, and its shares trade on the TSX under the ticker AOT and on the OTCQX under the ticker AOTVF. Ascot is committed to the safe and responsible operation of the Premier Gold Mine in collaboration with Nisga’a Nation and the local communities of Stewart, BC and Hyder, Alaska. For more information about the Company, please refer to the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca or visit the Company’s web site at www.ascotgold.com. The TSX has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information All statements and other information contained in this press release about anticipated future events may constitute forward-looking information under Canadian securities laws (" forward-looking statements "). Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "seek", "anticipate", "believe", "plan", "estimate", "expect", "targeted", "outlook", "on track" and "intend" and statements that an event or result "may", "will", "should", "could", “would” or "might" occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein are forward-looking statements, including statements in respect of the terms of the Offering, the closing of the Offering, the advancement and development of the PGP and the timing related thereto, the completion of the PGP mine, the production of gold and management’s outlook for the remainder of 2024 and beyond. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements, including risks associated with entering into definitive agreements for the transactions described herein; fulfilling the conditions to closing of the transactions described herein, including the receipt of TSX approvals; the business of Ascot; risks related to exploration and potential development of Ascot's projects; business and economic conditions in the mining industry generally; fluctuations in commodity prices and currency exchange rates; uncertainties relating to interpretation of drill results and the geology, continuity and grade of mineral deposits; the need for cooperation of government agencies and indigenous groups in the exploration and development of Ascot’s properties and the issuance of required permits; the need to obtain additional financing to develop properties and uncertainty as to the availability and terms of future financing; the possibility of delay in exploration or development programs and uncertainty of meeting anticipated program milestones; uncertainty as to timely availability of permits and other governmental approvals; and other risk factors as detailed from time to time in Ascot's filings with Canadian securities regulators, available on Ascot's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca including the Annual Information Form of the Company dated March 25, 2024 in the section entitled "Risk Factors". Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions made with regard to: the estimated costs associated with construction of the Project; the timing of the anticipated start of production at the Project; the ability to maintain throughput and production levels at the PGP mill; the tax rate applicable to the Company; future commodity prices; the grade of mineral resources and mineral reserves; the ability of the Company to convert inferred mineral resources to other categories; the ability of the Company to reduce mining dilution; the ability to reduce capital costs; and exploration plans. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and opinions of management at the date the statements are made. Although Ascot believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements and/or information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements since Ascot can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Ascot does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable laws. The forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. https://preview.redd.it/ids8mfh0i90d1.png?width=150&format=png&auto=webp&s=7f8fbd8e22dcba10df9e1048999e0a9f852aa6a5 https://preview.redd.it/nx7hjai0i90d1.png?width=4000&format=png&auto=webp&s=20c83933c4dcb513bb9aaef1f4e57aef5f738496
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2024.05.13 22:57 drsunilkapoor6 Dr. Sunil Kapoor Bhopal,
Dr. Sunil Kapoor Bhopal, a renowned educationist, is full of aspirations and ideas. He is a versatile, energetic, and sincere man who cherishes the dignity of his profession. In his early days of working, he worked in the medical area. He began as the Honorary Adviser to Educational Organizations in Central India before advancing to the position of President of the Chamber of Trade and Industry. Each of his deeds and achievements is a major milestone in and of itself.
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2024.05.13 22:51 pfelgueiras OTLK - Announces UK Submission of Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) for ONS-5010 as a Treatment for Wet AMD
May 13, 2024
UK submission for national MAA review follows recently received positive opinion from Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) concerning the authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma)
ISELIN, N.J., May 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outlook Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: OTLK), a biopharmaceutical company working to achieve regulatory approval for the first authorized use of an ophthalmic formulation of bevacizumab for the treatment of retinal diseases in the US and Europe, today announced the submission of its Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the United Kingdom (UK) seeking authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma) for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD).
The submission was completed under the new International Recognition Procedure (IRP), which allows the MHRA to rely on a positive opinion by the European Medicines Agency’s CHMP concerning an application for grant of marketing authorization for the same product in the EU.
The IRP is available for new UK MAAs of a medicinal product (having the same qualitative and quantitative composition, and the same pharmaceutical form) that has previously been authorized by a Reference Regulator (RR). In this case this is the EMA.
“The submission of our MAA to the MHRA is another step closer to the possibility of offering clinicians and their patients in the UK market the only on-label, ophthalmic bevacizumab to treat wet AMD,” said Russell Trenary, President and CEO of Outlook Therapeutics.
“On the heels of the recent positive opinion by the CHMP in the EU, we continue to make noteworthy progress toward the potential authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ in the UK.”
The MAA submission is supported by results from Outlook Therapeutics’ wet AMD clinical program for ONS-5010, which consists of three completed registration clinical trials – NORSE ONE, NORSE TWO and NORSE THREE.
As previously announced, Outlook Therapeutics received a CHMP positive opinion on March 22, 2024 concerning an application for grant of marketing authorization for ONS-5010/LYTENAVA ™ in the EU. The European Commission is expected to make a decision within approximately 67 days following the CHMP opinion. The decision will apply automatically in all 27 EU Member States, and, within 30 days, also to Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein.
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Outlook Therapeutics® Announces UK Submission of Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) for ONS-5010 as a Treatment for Wet AMD
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UK submission for national MAA review follows recently received positive opinion from Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) concerning the authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma)
ISELIN, N.J., May 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outlook Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: OTLK), a biopharmaceutical company working to achieve regulatory approval for the first authorized use of an ophthalmic formulation of bevacizumab for the treatment of retinal diseases in the US and Europe, today announced the submission of its Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the United Kingdom (UK) seeking authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma) for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD).
The submission was completed under the new International Recognition Procedure (IRP), which allows the MHRA to rely on a positive opinion by the European Medicines Agency’s CHMP concerning an application for grant of marketing authorization for the same product in the EU.
The IRP is available for new UK MAAs of a medicinal product (having the same qualitative and quantitative composition, and the same pharmaceutical form) that has previously been authorized by a Reference Regulator (RR). In this case this is the EMA.
“The submission of our MAA to the MHRA is another step closer to the possibility of offering clinicians and their patients in the UK market the only on-label, ophthalmic bevacizumab to treat wet AMD,” said Russell Trenary, President and CEO of Outlook Therapeutics.
“On the heels of the recent positive opinion by the CHMP in the EU, we continue to make noteworthy progress toward the potential authorization of ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ in the UK.”
The MAA submission is supported by results from Outlook Therapeutics’ wet AMD clinical program for ONS-5010, which consists of three completed registration clinical trials – NORSE ONE, NORSE TWO and NORSE THREE.
As previously announced, Outlook Therapeutics received a CHMP positive opinion on March 22, 2024 concerning an application for grant of marketing authorization for ONS-5010/LYTENAVA ™ in the EU. The European Commission is expected to make a decision within approximately 67 days following the CHMP opinion. The decision will apply automatically in all 27 EU Member States, and, within 30 days, also to Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein.
SOURCE:
Outlook Therapeutics® Announces UK Submission of Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) for ONS-5010 as a Treatment for Wet AMD
2024.05.13 22:42 Ok_Winner_4698 Chance me very low gpa health issue
Gender: male
Race/Ethnicity: Nigerian
Residence: east coast US
Type of School: regular public school
Intended Major: computer science, information technology
Academics GPA (UW/W): 1.7/2.2( currently redo classes I passed with low marks , estimated gpa by end of junior year is a 2.0 UW)
Rank (or percentile): 157/271
SAT/ACT: 1040 SAT
AP/IB: i took 3 ap classes partly but switched out(ap environmental,ap us government,ap world history)
Extracurriculars/Activities:
-Breadth of Life Experiences: Trip to Owerri, Nigeria reconnecting with my culture/relatives and lifelong memories , and impact of a medical condition
Additional info : I had a serious health issue for years that impacted my attendance and my gpa since I was just trying to pass rather than excel
Essay : In the essay I talk about - [ ] when it started - [ ] The sadness it brought - [ ] Opportunities I lost due to it - [ ] Reason gpa took a hit - [ ] How I persevered - [ ] Opportunities where I won - [ ] Reason for my ambitious goal - [ ] And what I learned
ask and I’ll send it ,
The schools Im applying to : Towson
Umd
Umbc
Morgan state
Virginia state
Salisbury
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Race/Ethnicity: Nigerian
Residence: east coast US
Type of School: regular public school
Intended Major: computer science, information technology
Academics GPA (UW/W): 1.7/2.2( currently redo classes I passed with low marks , estimated gpa by end of junior year is a 2.0 UW)
Rank (or percentile): 157/271
SAT/ACT: 1040 SAT
AP/IB: i took 3 ap classes partly but switched out(ap environmental,ap us government,ap world history)
Extracurriculars/Activities:
- Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): I won first in my district going to states for graphic design
- Science Bowl: Achieved first place in multiple STEM competitions, showcasing prowess in the field.
- Coding: I have a certification in basics of computer science and I made small coding projects like a personalized calculator
- Writing: I have certification from the black Writers Guild of state (certified by youth showcase program chair, & and president of black Writers Guild) I have a certificate of recognition from City (certified by Mayor )
- Art: Acknowledged for outstanding accomplishments in the 2018 Maea Student Exhibition. Hosted at Walter art museum
- Varsity Lacrosse I won the unsung hero award as goalie of my team
- Student Government Association (SGA)
- DECA( 1st place in regionals , honorable mention at nationals and 3rd in state for business law and ethics)
- Varsity football junior year
- Volunteer Tutoring
- Battle of the Books: • I won first place in battle of the books in 2017
- ASSISTED LIVING: I became cpr certified I was the head volunteer for the group of volunteers that cleaned and organized the yard, i gave out tasks regarding maintenance and monitored the completion of them , (24 hours/week , 1248 hours/year, for summer)
- Upward Bound: I completed the academic and summer program certified by j sanghi
- Peer Mediation: Certified Peer Mediator Completed Peer Mediation Training with commendation.
- jv Wres*tling
- I am a part of Asa of my school (African Student Association)
- OPA: I am one of the youth leaders of the owerri people accociation (city branch) Participated and organized events that connects and worked with international group during their political season, Made financial contributions to disfranchised and less fortunate, Worked with the Nigerian government during the boko haram crisis
- black saga: I was a black saga(black history competition) finalist placing in 2nd place, (certified by John L. Billingslea, director of social studies)
-Breadth of Life Experiences: Trip to Owerri, Nigeria reconnecting with my culture/relatives and lifelong memories , and impact of a medical condition
Additional info : I had a serious health issue for years that impacted my attendance and my gpa since I was just trying to pass rather than excel
Essay : In the essay I talk about - [ ] when it started - [ ] The sadness it brought - [ ] Opportunities I lost due to it - [ ] Reason gpa took a hit - [ ] How I persevered - [ ] Opportunities where I won - [ ] Reason for my ambitious goal - [ ] And what I learned
ask and I’ll send it ,
The schools Im applying to : Towson
Umd
Umbc
Morgan state
Virginia state
Salisbury
2024.05.13 22:16 Sour_Pancake17 Utm or Uoft letter?
 | I got into life sci for both utm and uoft in February. I just got a physical letter today in the mail and the envelope says it’s from George street but I think this may be the utm letter? Would anyone know the difference or which one this is for? submitted by Sour_Pancake17 to OntarioGrade12s [link] [comments] |
2024.05.13 22:14 HaykakanTxa Daily News Report: 05/11/2024 - 05/13/2024
Date: 05/13/2024
Reading time: 8 minutes, 1779 words🏛️ Politics & Government
Disobedience actions were carried out in Yerevan, 151 citizens were detained (completed)
151 participants of the disobedience actions that started in the morning have been arrested. The leader of the "Tavush for the Motherland movement, Bagrat Archbishop Galstanyan, called the citizens to a rally on Republic Square on May 12.CivilNet, Disobedience actions have been taking place in Yerevan since early morning, 88 people were detained (VIDEO), 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan
Prime Minister Pashinyan heads to the Kingdom of Denmark
Nikol Pashinyan will attend the Copenhagen Democracy Summit on May 14. He will participate in a discussion titled "From the Frontline: Armenia’s Defence of Democracy" as part of the visit.Armenpress, Pashinyan travels to Denmark to participate in "Copenhagen Democracy Summit", Armenian PM off to Denmark for Democracy Summit
Armenian Parliament Speaker receives OSCE Chair-in-Office
The Armenian National Assembly President Alen Simonyan on May 13 received the delegation led by the OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Jan Borg. The NA President presented to the interlocutor the process of the Armenia-Azerbaijan negotiations.Armenpress, OSCE to Support Armenia and Azerbaijan in Achieving Comprehensive Peace - Ian Borg, Armenian Prime Minister and OSCE Chairman-in-Office discuss South Caucasus developments, Expanded meeting of foreign ministers of Armenia and Malta held in Yerevan, We are ready to support Armenia and Azerbaijan in achieving peace. OSCE Chairman-in-Office, Pashinyan presents Armenia-Azerbaijan normalization process to OSCE Chair-in-Office, Reaching stable, comprehensive peace between Armenia, Azerbaijan remains priority for OSCE, OSCE Chairman-in-Office to visit Armenia, OSCE will support Armenia and Azerbaijan in peace efforts, Chairman-in-Office says, Armenian FM, OSCE Chair discuss developments in the South Caucasus
Argentina sees efforts of Armenia in establishing peace in the South Caucasus
Armenia National Assembly President Alen Simonyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Argentine Republic to the Republic of Armenia Rafael Enrique Gonzalez Aleman. The Head of Parliament congratulated the Ambassador on the occasion of his appointment. He expressed conviction that it will promote rapprochement and strengthening of the relations between Armenia and Argentina.Armenpress
Mirzoyan provides constructive review about meeting with Azerbaijani foreign minister in Almaty
The meeting of the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Almaty took place in a constructive atmosphere, reported by Ararat Mirzoyan. The parties agreed to continue negotiations on the open issues where differences still exist.Armenpress, France urges Armenia and Azerbaijan to proceed with border demarcation based on agreed principles, France hails negotiations between Armenian, Azerbaijani Foreign Ministers in Almaty, France welcomes the holding of a new round of negotiations between the Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Almaty, France welcones talks between Armenian, Azerbaijani FMs held in Almaty, France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty
Alma-Ata declaration inclusion in peace treaty is crucial for regional stability-Ararat Mirzoyan
The United States and the Republic of Azerbaijan signed a peace treaty on April 19. The two countries agreed that the agreement should be the basis for the agreement. They agreed that all of the countries involved in the agreement would be under the same principles.Armenpress, Mirzoyan: The signing of a peace treaty with Azerbaijan could end the long-term conflict
Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive”
At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments.PanArmenian
Yerevan Mayor receives World Bank representatives
Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan and World Bank representatives discussed progress of projects with the World Bank. Initiated projects pertained to public administration reforms, including digitization of services provided to citizens.Armenpress
Protesters in Georgia reconvene to rally against foreign-agents bill
Several hundred people gathered near the parliament building in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi to protest against a bill on foreign agents. They are holding flags of Georgia and the EU, as well as banners demanding the withdrawal of the bill.Armenpress, Georgian Parliament Committee approves “foreign agents bill” amid protests
European Commission’s Executive Vice President to take in the EBRD's annual meeting in Armenia
Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis will participate in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) annual meeting and business conference in Yerevan on May 15 and 16. He will take part in a panel discussion on "Critical Raw Materials" within the framework of his mission. The EBRD 2024 Annual Meeting & Business Forum serves as a global platform for discussions.Armenpress, Executive Vice President of European Commission for economic affairs to visit Armenia on 15-16 May, OSCE Chairman-in-Office to visit Armenia, European Commission’s Executive Vice President Dombrovskis in Armenia for EBRD’s Annual Meeting
The Armenian cultural heritage in Nagorno-Karabakh is gradually being destroyed – Geghard SAF
The destruction of St. Hambardzum Church in Berdzor is yet another act of vandalism by Azerbaijan, “Geghard’s scientific and analytical foundation said in a statement. Azerbaijan's state policy, under the dictatorial leadership of Aliyev, has openly declared its intention to continue the destruction of Armenian heritage built over the past thirty years.Armenpress
Armenia among top three countries in terms of cargo turnover growth with Russia’s southern regions
The demand for cargo shipping from the Southern Federal District of Russia into Armenia and China has grown 11 times since March 2021. The Russian government announced earlier that the country’s ministries of agriculture, energy, industry and trade had reported high demand for shipping using the Russia - Turkey, Russia - Iran - India and Russia - China transport corridors.ArkaAm
💵 Economy
Armenia to host 33rd EBRD Business Forum with flagship sponsorship of Ardshinbank
Armenia joined the EBRD as a member on December 7, 1992, contributing €10 million to the bank's capital. Ardshinbank organized a discussion on economic and trade sanctions, the issues they raise, and potential solutions. The bank is the only non-sovereign entity from Armenia which has issued RegS /144A public Eurobonds in international capital markets.ArkaAm, The 33rd EBRD business forum will be held in Armenia with the strategic partnership of Ardshinbank, Hrant Hakobyan. Participation in the EBRD Annual Meeting is consistent with the strategy adopted by the Bank
Cargo carriage volume drops by 14.4%, passenger traffic grows by 22.5% in Q1 2024 in Armenia
Cargo carriage volume stood at 3,437.1 thousand tonnes in the first quarter of 2024. Total passenger traffic reached 50,664.3 thousand passengers, growing by 22.5%. Armenia’s cargo turnover stood at 1,383.6 million tkm, dropping by 7.3% compared to the same period last year. 71 individuals were killed (dropping by 5.3%) and 1,275 more people were injured in traffic accidents.ArkaAm
⚽ Sport
Armenian sambo wrestlers won 18 medals at the European Championship
At European Sambo Championships of different age groups, Armenian teams of different ages won 3 gold, 8 silver and 7 bronze medals. By total Armenian athletes took 4th place with 18 medals. About 600 athletes from 29 countries took part in the European Championships.Armenpress
Armenian chess players wrap up participation in Dubai international tournament
Shant Sargsyan scored 6 points out of 9 possible and took 8th place. Hayk Martirosyan took 13th place with the same result. Hovik Hayrapetyan is in 30th place, Samvel Ter-Sahakyan is in 31st place.Armenpress
Date: 05/12/2024
Reading time: 0 minutes, 109 words🏛️ Politics & Government
Where did the process of expressing no confidence in Nikol Pashinyan reach, according to Bishop Bagrat?
Opposition factions lack one vote to put project of no confidence in PM Nikol Pashinyan on agenda of the National Assembly. Opposition factions supporting the movement of the movement have one vote. Archbishop Galstanyan met independent deputy Ishkhan Zakaryan twice to get his opinion.CivilNet
Taking the Alma-Ata declaration as the basis for the definition is criminally punishable. Vahagn Melikyan
Vahagn Melikyan presented the text developed by the "All-Armenian Council of Diplomats"ry group of former diplomats.CivilNet
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in Tbilisi against the controversial law
Tens of thousands of people came out in Tbilisi against the Law on Foreign Agents. 16 former Georgian Dream MPs have appealed to the ruling party to immediately stop the adoption of the Foreign Agents Law. Opposition parties: United National Movement, Strategy Aghmashenebeli, Lelo, Girchi, Droa, Ahali and Republican.CivilNet
Date: 05/11/2024
Reading time: 3 minutes, 696 words🏛️ Politics & Government
41 detained as antigovernment protests continue in Yerevan
41 people were detained in Yerevan as people demanding Pashinian’s resignation stage campaigns of civil disobedience.PanArmenian
Abkhaz opposition figures support the Georgian protesters
Opposition figures in Abkhazia express support for protesters against draft law on foreign agents in Georgia. They fear that the draft law signals a change in Tbilisi's pro-Russian foreign policy. Opponents say the law could be used to silence critics of the government or foreign agents.CivilNet
Russia provides info about arrested Armenian ex-MP
Russian law enforcement agencies have provided information about the arrest of Tigran Urikhanyan.PanArmenian
Armenian, Azerbaijani Foreign Ministers agreed to continue talks on the open issues
Ararat Mirzoyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia, held talks with Jeyhun Bayramov in Kazakhstan. The Ministers welcomed progress on delimitation and agreements reached in this regard. The parties agreed to continue negotiations on the open issues where differences still exist.Armenpress, Armenian, Azerbaijani Foreign Ministers continue talks in Almaty, The foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan agreed to continue negotiations on open issues, Armenian, Azerbaijani Ministers welcome progress on delimitation and agreements reached in this regard, Second round of Armenia-Azerbaijan talks set for May 11
Armenian President meets with representatives of the Union of Iranian-Armenians and Iraqi-Armenians
President of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan had a meeting with representatives of the Union of Iranian-Armenians and Iraqi-Armanians at his residence in Los Angeles. The border delimitation process between Armenia and Azerbaijan and developments taking place around it were touched upon.Armenpress
EU agreed on security guarantees for Kyiv
The EU has agreed on a bill to provide security guarantees to Ukraine. The draft agreement has already been agreed upon by all 27 member countries of the commonwealth. Brussels intends to provide guarantees no later than early July.Armenpress
UN Committee Against Torture issues findings on Azerbaijan and mistreatment of Armenians
The UN Committee Against Torture released in its findings today violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law related to the treatment of ethnic or national Armenians by Azerbaijan. The Committee also expressed concerns over the continued detention of 23 individuals of Armenian origin.ArmRadio
Armenia votes for UN resolution granting Palestine new rights
The U.N. General Assembly voted by a wide margin on May 10 to grant new “rights and privileges” to Palestine.PanArmenian
EU still discussing funding Armenia through European Peace Facility
Discussions continue in the EU on providing Armenia with funds from the European Peace Facility, Vassilis Maragos says.PanArmenian
Eurovision Grand Final: Armenia’s Ladaniva to perform number 19
The Grand Final of Eurovision 2024 has started in Malmö, Sweden. The representative of Armenia, the group "Ladaniva" will perform the song Jako under the number 19. The running order of the Eurovision Grand Final is as follows: Sweden, Ukraine, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Israel, Lithuania, Spain, Estonia, Latvia, Greece, Norway, Italy, Serbia, Finland, Portugal, Cyprus, Switzerland, Slovenia, Croatia, Georgia, France and Austria.Armenpress, Eurovision Grand Final: Armenia performs 19th
We will build specialized sports schools named after all Olympic champions - PM
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan visited Armavir region. He visited schools of the settlements in the gymnasiums of which various problems and defects had been recorded. He also visited other settlements and got acquainted with the construction of new facilities. In Jararat, he attended the opening ceremony of a weightlifting sports school.Armenpress, PM Pashinyan visits various communities in Armavir region, attends opening of Weightlifting School after Simon Martirosyan in Jrarat
Lemkin Institue slams Pashinyan's “cryptic engagement with Genocide denial”
The Lemkin Institute is alarmed over Pashinyan’s statements “questioning Armenia's legal basis to pursue justice against Turkey”.PanArmenian
🎭 Culture
Azerbaijanis completely destroy St. Ascension Church in Berdzor
Azerbaijan completely destroyed the St. Ascension Church in Berdzor, the Research on Armenian Architecture. The new domed church built of finely processed basalt was anointed in May 1998.ArmRadio
Netherlands’ Eurovision entry disqualified from song contest
Joost Klein has been disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest after a backstage incident. An allegation of intimidation was made to Swedish police by a female member of the production crew. Ireland's Bambie Thug missed their dress rehearsal, but promised to be on stage for the show.ArmRadio
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2024.05.13 21:39 Bont_Tarentaal NHI incoming. Here we go, guys, buckle up.
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO PUBLICLY SIGN NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BILL INTO LAW
President @CyrilRamaphosa will on Wednesday, 15 May 2024, publicly sign into law the National Health Insurance Bill which directs the transformation of the South Africa’s health care system to achieve universal coverage for health services and, through this, overcome critical socio-economic imbalances and inequities of the past.
The signing ceremony will take place at the Union Buildings, Pretoria, at 14h00.
Media wishing to cover the event are advised that the Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, will conduct a question-and-answer session with media immediately after the signing.
ISSUED BY THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
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President @CyrilRamaphosa will on Wednesday, 15 May 2024, publicly sign into law the National Health Insurance Bill which directs the transformation of the South Africa’s health care system to achieve universal coverage for health services and, through this, overcome critical socio-economic imbalances and inequities of the past.
The signing ceremony will take place at the Union Buildings, Pretoria, at 14h00.
Media wishing to cover the event are advised that the Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, will conduct a question-and-answer session with media immediately after the signing.
ISSUED BY THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
2024.05.13 21:09 iridia-traveler1426 Civil War in 1928!
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2024.05.13 20:40 Gyro_Armadillo Outlook of German firms in PH dims
 | MANILA, Philippines — German companies operating in the Philippines have turned less optimistic about their prospects in the country, citing frequent policy changes and high energy prices as among the risk factors affecting their bottom line. submitted by Gyro_Armadillo to Philippines [link] [comments] According to the Spring 2024 AHK World Business Outlook Survey conducted by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), the number of German companies here that are optimistic about their current business situation dropped to 50 percent in the May 2024 survey from 62 percent in May 2023. But the number was unchanged compared to the business group’s November 2023 fall survey. The latest spring survey that polled 70 companies also showed that those who have better expectations about the next 12 months declined to 61 percent from 74 percent in the May 2023 survey and 68 percent in the November 2023 survey. The latest survey pointed to economic policy as the top concern related to risks, citing complex regulations, frequent policy changes, and extensive bureaucracy, which is creating an unpredictable environment. High energy prices a concern The respondents also cited high energy prices as a significant concern, adding that these are impacting profit margins and operational costs, particularly in the manufacturing sector. Additional challenges cited include supply chain disruptions and infrastructure as contributors to operational inefficiencies. "It’s imperative that the Philippine government work closely with businesses to resolve these identified challenges,” said Marian Norbert Majer, GPCCI board director and policy and advocacy chairperson. “Addressing these issues can help create a more predictable and favorable business environment and ensure that this bullish momentum translates into substantial outcomes that will help the Philippines attain its sustained economic growth,” she added. Meanwhile, those that have higher or better economic projections in the next 12 months improved to 55 percent from the May 2023 survey and 38 percent in the November 2023 survey. Investment, job creation outlook As for those who have better expectations on investments, the percentage eased to 44 percent from the 46 percent survey in May 2023, but was an improvement from the 39 percent in November of the same year. On the employment side, 61 percent see the situation improving, up from 50 percent in the earlier survey in 2023 and 54 percent in the latter part of the year. The GPCCI said it was “encouraging to see such confidence,” seeing the reported percentages as a forecast of a bullish economy. “This optimism surely points to a thriving environment in the Philippines for both investment and job creation over the next 12 months,” GPCCI President Marie Antoniette Mariano said in a statement. The series of events in the first quarter of 2024, including German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock’s visit in January, President Marcos’ subsequent visit to Germany in early March, and the convening of the 2nd Joint Economic Commission in mid-March, have played a crucial role in bolstering the bilateral relations between the Philippines and Germany,” she added. |
2024.05.13 20:00 False-Reaction3935 The situation of women in Colombia
Hi! My name is Estevan and I live in France. For my end-of-studies project, I wrote a small article about the situation of women in Colombia. My mother is Colombian and I felt it was important to discuss this in various places like Reddit.
This text has been translated using the internet, so there is a good chance of language mistakes. Sorry about that!
Colombia, a dynamic nation in South America, has been at the forefront of significant changes in women's political participation in recent years. However, behind these advancements, deeply rooted challenges persist that threaten to compromise gender equality in the political sphere and society at large. In this exploration, we will examine the progress made and the obstacles Colombian women face in their quest for equal political participation, while also analyzing the complexities of the struggle for gender equality in everyday life. From combating forced marriages to the persistent threat of femicides, this journey will lead us to understand the complex intersection between politics, culture, and gender justice in Colombia in a condensed manner.
The Fight Against Femicides
Femicides remain an alarming issue in Colombia, with a significant number of women and girls falling victim to gender-based violence. Although measures have been taken to strengthen legislation and increase penalties for perpetrators of these crimes, the culture of machismo and impunity remain major obstacles in the fight against this extreme form of gender-based violence. It is essential to address sexist attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate this violence, as well as to ensure women's access to resources and support services to prevent and respond to gender-based violence. In 2023, there were 401 femicides in Colombia, compared to 103 femicides in France. This abnormally high number proves the sad and significant presence of persecution against women in Colombia.
Advances and Challenges in Women's Political Participation in Colombia
In recent years, Colombia has seen a significant increase in women's political participation. Various measures have been implemented, such as gender quotas and incentive programs, aimed at increasing their representation in political positions, which has allowed the number of women in politics to rise to 30% compared to 11.5% in 1991. However, significant challenges persist, hindering their full participation in the political sphere. Among these challenges are gender stereotypes entrenched in Colombian society and cultural barriers that hinder women's access to decision-making spaces. Additionally, the lack of institutional support and resistance from certain political sectors remain significant obstacles to gender equality in Colombian politics.
The Fight for Gender Equality in Colombia: Beyond Wage Inequalities
Gender equality remains a priority on the Colombian agenda, and significant progress has been made in areas such as education and employment, where women earn 5% less than men for the same position. However, entrenched challenges persist in sexist practices that affect women's daily lives. In many cases, these practices are perpetrated by men and manifest through discriminatory behaviors and patriarchal attitudes. From condescending comments to the unequal distribution of domestic tasks, these actions reflect the persistence of gender inequalities in Colombian society.
To complement this article, I was able to discuss with a Colombian woman about some social aspects of the situation of women in Colombia;
How would you describe the participation of women in current Colombian society?
The participation of women in Colombian society has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. They hold increasingly prominent positions in various sectors, especially in politics, like Marta Ruiz, Vice President of Colombia, but also in the economy, education, and culture. However, challenges persist in our quest for gender equality and full participation at all levels of society.
In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges facing women in Colombia today?
The main challenges facing women in Colombia include gender-based violence, workplace discrimination, lack of access to education and health, which are complex issues for both women and men. We also face cultural and social barriers that perpetuate gender inequality, but lack of respect for women is the most common. For example, when I tried to build a house and reported defects in the workers' work, I was told that I couldn't understand because it was a man's job. Although this has improved over time and young people understand feminist causes better, there is still much to be done if we want to live without discrimination.
How has gender equality evolved in your personal experience and in your environment?
In my personal experience and in my environment, I have seen significant advances in gender equality, especially in the fields of education and employment. However, there is still much to be done to combat gender-based violence and disparities in terms of power and political representation. The situation has improved over time, but it is still difficult for every woman. It is necessary to understand that the street is like a jungle and that these behaviors must be faced to improve the situation and educate young people.
What is your opinion on the representation of women in Colombian politics?
Although there has been progress in the representation of women in Colombian politics, we are still far from achieving gender parity. Women face additional obstacles, such as lack of funding and entrenched sexism in political culture. It is crucial to take concrete measures to promote women's participation in politics and ensure that our voices are heard and respected. In addition to the role of Marta Ruiz as Vice President of Colombia, Colombian women are increasingly standing out on the national and local political scene. Figures such as Claudia López, the first woman elected mayor of Bogotá in 2019, illustrate this empowerment. López, formerly a senator and recognized activist for transparency and the fight against corruption, embodies a significant change in Colombian politics.
How does gender-based violence affect women in Colombia and what measures do you believe are necessary to address this issue?
Gender-based violence is a serious problem affecting many women in Colombia. It is necessary to implement effective measures to prevent and combat gender-based violence, including effectively enforcing existing laws, strengthening support services for victims, and promoting gender equality at all levels of society. Authorities should be firmer against these behaviors, but the Colombian police is sorely lacking in awareness in this area and here the state has a role to play in this fight also in terms of education on future generations.
How do cultural expectations and traditions influence the lives of Colombian women in terms of marriage, motherhood, and family roles?
Things like traditions and social expectations can really impact our lives, especially when it comes to marriage, motherhood, and family roles. Often, women are expected to take on the bulk of the work at home and with children, which can really hinder our opportunities in terms of education and career. We really need to question these preconceived ideas about gender and push for equal rights and opportunities for everyone, men and women. We need to make people understand that there are other ways to do things, other possibilities to explore.
What is your perception of the accessibility of education for women in Colombia and its impact on personal and professional development?
Access to education for women in Colombia has improved in recent years, but there are still hurdles, especially in remote areas. Education is super important for women to fully develop, professionally and personally, and contribute to the country. But the cost of school is a real concern for many kids, girls, and boys, and it deprives them of a complete and satisfactory education.
Thank you for taking the time to read my article!
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This text has been translated using the internet, so there is a good chance of language mistakes. Sorry about that!
Colombia, a dynamic nation in South America, has been at the forefront of significant changes in women's political participation in recent years. However, behind these advancements, deeply rooted challenges persist that threaten to compromise gender equality in the political sphere and society at large. In this exploration, we will examine the progress made and the obstacles Colombian women face in their quest for equal political participation, while also analyzing the complexities of the struggle for gender equality in everyday life. From combating forced marriages to the persistent threat of femicides, this journey will lead us to understand the complex intersection between politics, culture, and gender justice in Colombia in a condensed manner.
The Fight Against Femicides
Femicides remain an alarming issue in Colombia, with a significant number of women and girls falling victim to gender-based violence. Although measures have been taken to strengthen legislation and increase penalties for perpetrators of these crimes, the culture of machismo and impunity remain major obstacles in the fight against this extreme form of gender-based violence. It is essential to address sexist attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate this violence, as well as to ensure women's access to resources and support services to prevent and respond to gender-based violence. In 2023, there were 401 femicides in Colombia, compared to 103 femicides in France. This abnormally high number proves the sad and significant presence of persecution against women in Colombia.
Advances and Challenges in Women's Political Participation in Colombia
In recent years, Colombia has seen a significant increase in women's political participation. Various measures have been implemented, such as gender quotas and incentive programs, aimed at increasing their representation in political positions, which has allowed the number of women in politics to rise to 30% compared to 11.5% in 1991. However, significant challenges persist, hindering their full participation in the political sphere. Among these challenges are gender stereotypes entrenched in Colombian society and cultural barriers that hinder women's access to decision-making spaces. Additionally, the lack of institutional support and resistance from certain political sectors remain significant obstacles to gender equality in Colombian politics.
The Fight for Gender Equality in Colombia: Beyond Wage Inequalities
Gender equality remains a priority on the Colombian agenda, and significant progress has been made in areas such as education and employment, where women earn 5% less than men for the same position. However, entrenched challenges persist in sexist practices that affect women's daily lives. In many cases, these practices are perpetrated by men and manifest through discriminatory behaviors and patriarchal attitudes. From condescending comments to the unequal distribution of domestic tasks, these actions reflect the persistence of gender inequalities in Colombian society.
To complement this article, I was able to discuss with a Colombian woman about some social aspects of the situation of women in Colombia;
How would you describe the participation of women in current Colombian society?
The participation of women in Colombian society has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. They hold increasingly prominent positions in various sectors, especially in politics, like Marta Ruiz, Vice President of Colombia, but also in the economy, education, and culture. However, challenges persist in our quest for gender equality and full participation at all levels of society.
In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges facing women in Colombia today?
The main challenges facing women in Colombia include gender-based violence, workplace discrimination, lack of access to education and health, which are complex issues for both women and men. We also face cultural and social barriers that perpetuate gender inequality, but lack of respect for women is the most common. For example, when I tried to build a house and reported defects in the workers' work, I was told that I couldn't understand because it was a man's job. Although this has improved over time and young people understand feminist causes better, there is still much to be done if we want to live without discrimination.
How has gender equality evolved in your personal experience and in your environment?
In my personal experience and in my environment, I have seen significant advances in gender equality, especially in the fields of education and employment. However, there is still much to be done to combat gender-based violence and disparities in terms of power and political representation. The situation has improved over time, but it is still difficult for every woman. It is necessary to understand that the street is like a jungle and that these behaviors must be faced to improve the situation and educate young people.
What is your opinion on the representation of women in Colombian politics?
Although there has been progress in the representation of women in Colombian politics, we are still far from achieving gender parity. Women face additional obstacles, such as lack of funding and entrenched sexism in political culture. It is crucial to take concrete measures to promote women's participation in politics and ensure that our voices are heard and respected. In addition to the role of Marta Ruiz as Vice President of Colombia, Colombian women are increasingly standing out on the national and local political scene. Figures such as Claudia López, the first woman elected mayor of Bogotá in 2019, illustrate this empowerment. López, formerly a senator and recognized activist for transparency and the fight against corruption, embodies a significant change in Colombian politics.
How does gender-based violence affect women in Colombia and what measures do you believe are necessary to address this issue?
Gender-based violence is a serious problem affecting many women in Colombia. It is necessary to implement effective measures to prevent and combat gender-based violence, including effectively enforcing existing laws, strengthening support services for victims, and promoting gender equality at all levels of society. Authorities should be firmer against these behaviors, but the Colombian police is sorely lacking in awareness in this area and here the state has a role to play in this fight also in terms of education on future generations.
How do cultural expectations and traditions influence the lives of Colombian women in terms of marriage, motherhood, and family roles?
Things like traditions and social expectations can really impact our lives, especially when it comes to marriage, motherhood, and family roles. Often, women are expected to take on the bulk of the work at home and with children, which can really hinder our opportunities in terms of education and career. We really need to question these preconceived ideas about gender and push for equal rights and opportunities for everyone, men and women. We need to make people understand that there are other ways to do things, other possibilities to explore.
What is your perception of the accessibility of education for women in Colombia and its impact on personal and professional development?
Access to education for women in Colombia has improved in recent years, but there are still hurdles, especially in remote areas. Education is super important for women to fully develop, professionally and personally, and contribute to the country. But the cost of school is a real concern for many kids, girls, and boys, and it deprives them of a complete and satisfactory education.
Thank you for taking the time to read my article!
2024.05.13 19:52 Guru_millennial Breakthrough Results From Initial Gravimetric Concentration Test Work at Outcrop Silver & Gold Corp.’s (OCG.v OCGSF) High-Grade Santa Ana Silver Project in Colombia
 | Last month Outcrop Silver & Gold Corp. (OCG.v OCGSF) announced breakthrough results from initial gravimetric concentration test work to enhance the already high-recoveries at the 100%-owned Santa Ana high-grade silver project in Colombia. submitted by Guru_millennial to Penny_Stocks_Canada [link] [comments] The test successfully confirmed the recovery of silver from mineralized material at Santa Ana before the conventional flotation processing. The resulting silver and gold gravimetric concentrate yielded 2,883 g/t of silver and 164.12 g/t of gold. Santa Ana comprises over 27,697 hectares, 6,475 ha titled in the northern Tolima Department. The project consists of six or more mapped or projected vein zones across a trend 12km wide and 30km long. Cumulatively, over 60km of mapped and inferred vein zones occur on the Santa Ana project. Santa Ana has a maiden resource estimate that contains an estimated indicated resource of 24.2M ounces silver equivalent at a grade of 614 grams per tonne silver equivalent and an inferred mineral resource of 13.5M ounces silver equivalent at a grade of 435 grams per tonne silver equivalent. Worth noting that only 7 of more than 22 veins were sampled in the resource. President and CEO Ian Harris commented, “We are thrilled about the latest gravimetric concentration tests having not only achieved concentrate grades well exceeding 150 gold equivalent grams per tonne — a key marker for highly marketable concentrates — but have also demonstrated significant potential for enhancing our overall recovery rates. With a 7% recovery via gravimetric methods complementing our 93% flotation recoveries, and without the use of cyanide, we are setting new benchmarks for economic viability and reducing our environmental footprint in precious metals mining.” Full NR here: https://outcropsilver.com/news/outcrop-silver-announces-breakthrough-gravimetric-concentration-results-for-santa-ana/ For more on the Santa Ana Project recommend this more technically focused overview by Dr. Quinton Hennigh and the KE Report. Coverage of Outcrop begins at 27:26 of the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gTlYyq7BIc *Posted on behalf of Outcrop Silver & Gold Corp. https://preview.redd.it/py8z1c97f80d1.png?width=936&format=png&auto=webp&s=4404058b2dd6bc40508cffa7462dbca7968747f9 |
2024.05.13 19:31 tourqouise President Hassan Sheikh to Convene NCC Amid Challenges
Despite the President’s claims of achievements and the support of some Federal Member States (FMS), a thorough examination reveals a tenure plagued by broken promises, political turmoil, and a glaring lack of progress in tackling the nation’s most critical issues.
https://thesomalidigest.com/president-hassan-sheikh-to-convene-ncc-amid-challenges/
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https://thesomalidigest.com/president-hassan-sheikh-to-convene-ncc-amid-challenges/
2024.05.13 19:00 Ashamed_Document_906 stereotypical tryhard middle class public school student breaks free of humble beginnings, heads to princeton 🥹
Demographics
Academics
Excellent relationships with recommenders 1. history teacher, speech and debate advisor — known him for 3+ years, taught me for 2 years, expect the rating was quite high (he also nominated me for speech and debate student of the year of his own accord) 2. math teacher, taught me for 3 years and this year i became a de facto TA and started teaching AP Calculus AB because i already knew it… i assume he rated me highly if he let me do that 3. counselor who wrote a recc after a 45 minute conversation (our first time talking), but nobody cares abt counselor recc
Interviews
Essays
spent a lot of time refining essays. i did reuse a lot of my essays, but they generally fit the prompts and I made sure to mold them to fit better. commonapp personal statement was about my experience with multiculturalism at my hs and how that experience has allowed me to accept my own multiracial identity. idk i’m a pretty good writer and i’m sure my essays were a net benefit or at least net 0 for all of my apps.
Decisions
Acceptances:
eventually the choice to commit to princeton was incredibly easy because of their astronomical aid offer… most colleges are lying when they tell you that they cover 100% of financial need, but princeton is not one of those colleges. despite the high baseline price tag, princeton ended up being my cheapest option.
point of that is that no one should ever not apply to any given college because the price is too high, because different colleges can have insanely different aid offers and often make it possible to go somewhere you’d never expected yourself to attend.
apply where you want to go, not just where you can afford to go, and see what happens.
good luck to all 2025s and younger, feel free to dm if you have any questions!!
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- Gender: male
- Race/Ethnicity: white/MENA
- Residence: suburban
- Income Bracket: middle class
- Type of School: public, title I
- Hooks (Recruited Athlete, URM, First-Gen, Geographic, Legacy, etc.): n/a
Academics
- GPA (UW/W): 4.0/4.625
- Rank (or percentile): 2
- # of Honors/AP/IB/Dual Enrollment/etc.: 16 Honors, 3 AP, 14 IBDP
- Senior Year Course Load: IB English Literature HL, IB Spanish B SL, IB History (Americas) HL, IB Physics HL, IB Chemistry SL, IB Theory of Knowledge, AP Calculus AB, AP US Gov & Politics
- SAT I: 1550 (770RW, 780M)
- ACT: 36 (36E, 36M, 36R, 36S)
- AP/IB: 5 on AP Computer Science A, 7 on IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL, predicted 7 or 6 on IB Literature, Spanish, History, Physics, Chemistry, predicted 5 on AP Calculus and AP Gov
- speech and debate president and national competitor as well as state champion, 4 hwk for all 4 years of high school
- founder of school newspaper and programmed the website, serve as EIC, 1 hwk
- started voter registration drive at my school, 25 hours/yr in junior and senior year, engaged ~250 fellow students
- violinist, county honors orchestra 4 years in a row, 8 hwk
- taekwondo, achieved bodan belt rank and on track for black belt (1st dan) in may 2024 (3 hwk)
- taught myself to code w proficiency in HTML, CSS, JS, Python, Swift, Java
- mentored middle school students in a club i participated in (competitive engineering club), 3hwk
- vice president of tri-m music honors society at my school (2 hmo)
- volunteered with habitat for humanity (24 hours total)
- youth board member for a music nonprofit that brings concerts to the local community (6 hmo)
- National Merit Semifinalist
- Original Oratory state champion
- County honors orchestra
- Published in large local newspaper writing opinion articles (2x)
- National Honor Society
Excellent relationships with recommenders 1. history teacher, speech and debate advisor — known him for 3+ years, taught me for 2 years, expect the rating was quite high (he also nominated me for speech and debate student of the year of his own accord) 2. math teacher, taught me for 3 years and this year i became a de facto TA and started teaching AP Calculus AB because i already knew it… i assume he rated me highly if he let me do that 3. counselor who wrote a recc after a 45 minute conversation (our first time talking), but nobody cares abt counselor recc
Interviews
- duke interview was normal asf, nothing special
- princeton interview was so weird, the guy was this crazy republican and when i told him about my experience doing research about redlining he brought up “black-on-black crime” for some reason
- yale interview was also weird, this lady did not ask me more than 2 questions the whole time she just wanted me to ask her questions
Essays
spent a lot of time refining essays. i did reuse a lot of my essays, but they generally fit the prompts and I made sure to mold them to fit better. commonapp personal statement was about my experience with multiculturalism at my hs and how that experience has allowed me to accept my own multiracial identity. idk i’m a pretty good writer and i’m sure my essays were a net benefit or at least net 0 for all of my apps.
Decisions
Acceptances:
- Princeton University, RD [COMMITTED]
- Duke University, ED —> deferred —> accepted
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Honors, EA
- North Carolina State University Honors, EA
- University of Virginia - Main Campus, RD
- Yale University, RD
- Brown University, RD
- University of Pennsylvania, RD
- Harvard University, RD
- Stanford University, RD
eventually the choice to commit to princeton was incredibly easy because of their astronomical aid offer… most colleges are lying when they tell you that they cover 100% of financial need, but princeton is not one of those colleges. despite the high baseline price tag, princeton ended up being my cheapest option.
point of that is that no one should ever not apply to any given college because the price is too high, because different colleges can have insanely different aid offers and often make it possible to go somewhere you’d never expected yourself to attend.
apply where you want to go, not just where you can afford to go, and see what happens.
good luck to all 2025s and younger, feel free to dm if you have any questions!!
2024.05.13 18:57 PoppaSquot The standard characteristics of all Japan's New Religions - including Soka Gakkai - see how many you recognize
I tells ya, so much falls into place here. This comes from Helen Hardacre's book Kurozumikyō and the New Religions of Japan, Princeton University Press, Princeton, New Jersey, 1986. First, some background:
Also here and here and especially HERE - DEFINITELY with the "faith healing".
As far as the "textual erudition" goes, Toda's post-WWII lectures on the Lotus Sutra were expected to be accepted as the "gold standard" of textual interpretation, and today, SGI members study Ikeda's lectures on texts rather than the texts themselves - see here and here. Who needs any priest??
Here is the chart that illustrates this thinking; you can clearly see the basis for "A great human revolution in just a single individual will help achieve a change in the destiny of a nation and, further, can even enable a change in the destiny of all humankind". There is no scientific basis for this kind of delusion; ignorant people just LIKE believing it. "Look how IMPORTANT and INFLUENTIAL I am!! Everything is all about MEEE!!!" The Soka Gakkai has been in existence (in a continuous state) for some 80 years now; if this sort of thing DID happen, we'd see it. We already know Ikeda had such high hopes for his followers, but the truth is that the membership never lived up to Ikeda's expectations. No "world leaders" emerged from Soka Gakkai ranks; they didn't even become rich! That simply isn't something that happens because of "this practice", no matter how much Ikeda misled all the gullibles. Daimoku is obviously NOT "the perfect solution for all problems".
Here Ikeda likens the Soka Gakkai practice to the magic lamp of the "Aladdin" story. And it only works for Soka Gakkai members, of course.
(3) the quest for sincerity, and
(4) the adherence to paths of self-cultivation.
So much for the supposed "novelty" of Dickeata's supposedly eternal "clear mirror guidance", eh? Oh, and EVERYBODY owes Scamsei and the SGI their eternal gratitude, too, and you NEVER EVER get to finish your "human revolution" ("self-cultivation")!
See SGI is actively OPPOSED to social justice and thus will NEVER contribute meaningfully to world peace and More on why SGI will never make any significant changes to society.
Back when Japan's medical system was primitive, with limited availability, the new religions advertised "faith healing", as seen above and here. But as medical care improved and, most importantly, became widely accessible, that became people's healing option of choice, so the new religions (and all the rest) had to drop it as a selling point, because nobody was buying it any more. Within the ignorant and indoctrinated ranks of SGI members, we can STILL see claims of "faith healing"; they apparently don't realize this isn't a compelling sales pitch any more. Except that in house, the superstitious, magical-thinking culties still eat it up with a spoon 🙄
But you can see Ikeda here explaining that medicine is unnecessary to treat various ills; there must be a "faith" component or the treatment will inevitably be ineffective. OR that having faith will make even a nonsensical nontreatment effective! Also slamming medicine as harmful and condemning members as somehow "deserving" of terrible illnesses.
And remember when Ikeda told "girls" they didn't need to go to college? That was fun. And how Icky denigrated university graduates??
Let's not forget how the Soka Gakkai has always been anti-union and has never established any charitable services anywhere, not even for the needy within its own struggling membership.
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The contemporary religious scene in Japan is commonly divided into the "established religions" (kisei shūkyō) and the "new religions" (shinshūkō). These categories are further divided into Buddhist- and Shintō-derived varieties of each as well as into further subcategories.The titular "Kurozumikyō" is a Shintō new religion founded in 1814 by the Shintō priest Kurozumi Munetada. As of this publication, it had a total membership of 220,000.
Founded by a priest of the "established" Shintō tradition, it is one of the oldest of the so-called new religions and seems to combine aspects of both new and established types. (p. 3)A source I read recently noted that the Soka Gakkai grew from poaching members of other new religions; it seems this demographic was the most fluid and changeable of Japan's religious demographic. However, at just 30% of the population, even if the Soka Gakkai had managed to claim 100% of these new religions' memberships, it would still have fallen short of Ikeda's self-defined minimum requirement of 1/3 of the population.
THE NEW RELIGIONS OF JAPAN
The new religions and their members represent an important and distinctive sector of Japanese society. In spite of the great variety of their doctrines, new religions share a unity of aspiration and world view significantly different from those of secular society and from the so-called established religions. New religions constitute the most vital sector of Japanese religion today and include perhaps 30 percent of the nation's population in their membership. (p. 3)
Among the doctrines of the new religions there is great variety, since doctrine frequently originates in revelations to a founder. (p. 5)Here is the Soka Gakkai's version:
Founders tend to be charismatic individuals who attract a following through faith healing rather than through ordination and textual erudition.The Soka Gakkai version:
Also here and here and especially HERE - DEFINITELY with the "faith healing".
As far as the "textual erudition" goes, Toda's post-WWII lectures on the Lotus Sutra were expected to be accepted as the "gold standard" of textual interpretation, and today, SGI members study Ikeda's lectures on texts rather than the texts themselves - see here and here. Who needs any priest??
The new religions tend to recruit their following through evangelistic proselytization and dramatic conversion, at least in the first generation. They promise followers "this-worldly-benefits" in the form of healing, solution of family problems, and material prosperity. In ethics they emphasize family solidarity and qualities of sincerity, frugality, harmony, diligence, and filial piety. Between laity and leaders there is only a vague dividing line, and for the most part, anyone may acquire leadership credentials, including women. Frequently the new religions recognize no sacred centers but those of their own history. (pp. 5-6)While the Soka Gakkai initially embraced pilgrimages ("tozan") to the Nichiren Shoshu Head Temple Taiseki-ji, their regular activities were centered on Soka Gakkai buildings ("kaikan", or "centers") rather than on Nichiren Shoshu temples. In fact, this was an early source of conflict, as the Nichiren Shoshu priesthood justifiably questioned WHY the Soka Gakkai was putting so much more effort and resources into building NEW Soka Gakkai centers than on building Nichiren Shoshu temples, which would have been the proper function of any religion's legitimate lay organization. Add to that the bad optics of Ikeda's cult's attempted steeplejacking of established Nichiren Shoshu temples, and there was DEFINITELY something rotten in Denmark, so to speak. The Soka Gakkai's focus was trained on IKEDA rather than on the priests of the order they supposedly belonged to as a lay organization. That's some fucked up priorities and it was only a matter of time before that became an open, obvious problem. Of course Ikeda hoped to delay that reckoning until he was in a position to seize the entire Nichiren Shoshu religion for himself. Too bad, so sad, the Nichiren Shoshu priesthood headed him off at the pass and spoiled all his beautiful plots.
The world view of the Japanese new religions conceives of the individual, society, nature, and the universe as an integrated system vitalized by a single principle. Every level represents the manifestation of that principle on a larger scale. The relationships among the levels, however, are not static. They must be maintained in balance, harmony, and congruence. These qualities are manifested in conditions of happiness, health, social stability, abundant harvests, and regular succession of the seasons (free of such calamities as flood, drought, and major earthquakes). The opposite conditions (unhappiness, illness, social unrest, scarcity of food, and natural disasters) are symptomatic of a lack of harmony or congruence. Everything is interconnected so that a change in one dimension, no matter how small, eventually ripples out and affects other dimensions in a larger context. Religious practice is a striving for continuous integration of self with the body, society, nature, and the universe. This involves careful management of the most basic components: the self, the faculties of mind and emotion, and the personality. (pp. 11-12)This thinking was the basis for Nichiren's Rissho Ankoku Ron, or "On Establishing the etc. & whatever".
Here is the chart that illustrates this thinking; you can clearly see the basis for "A great human revolution in just a single individual will help achieve a change in the destiny of a nation and, further, can even enable a change in the destiny of all humankind". There is no scientific basis for this kind of delusion; ignorant people just LIKE believing it. "Look how IMPORTANT and INFLUENTIAL I am!! Everything is all about MEEE!!!" The Soka Gakkai has been in existence (in a continuous state) for some 80 years now; if this sort of thing DID happen, we'd see it. We already know Ikeda had such high hopes for his followers, but the truth is that the membership never lived up to Ikeda's expectations. No "world leaders" emerged from Soka Gakkai ranks; they didn't even become rich! That simply isn't something that happens because of "this practice", no matter how much Ikeda misled all the gullibles. Daimoku is obviously NOT "the perfect solution for all problems".
Although the new religions inevitably adopt the system I have just described, they state it in different idioms. They may use Buddhist, Shintō, or colloquial terms for the self, calling it variously the kokoro (heart-mind or heart), konjō (guts), *reikon (spirit), tamashii (soul), and other terms. Similarly, they may name the principle vitalizing all existence by Shintō, Buddhist, or other terms: kami-nature, Buddha-nature, karma, ki, yōki, and so forth. They may predicate the existence of a variety of supernaturals who exist on a different plane than human beings, intervening in human affairs from time to time. These may be kami, Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, or ancestors. Alien to the system is the notion of a single deity standing outside the whole and manipulating it by means of an unknowable will. The supernaturals of the integrated system are subject to its rhythms and generally conform to its principles. The system is compatible with a variety of cosmological ideas and world pictures, including horizontal and vertical cosmologies seen in Japanese myths and in Buddhism's many-tiered realms of existence. (pp. 12-14)Because "Earthly desires ARE enlightenment", right?? And all that other Buddhism stuff, well, that's all obsolete now, "as useless as last year's calendar", right??
Because self-cultivation is the primary task of all, textual erudition, esoteric ritual, and the observance of abstinences are rejected or relegated to secondary significance.
The notion of kokoro is a hallmark of Japanese culture, and it is the central pillar of the world view of the new religions. Consider the following proverb, one that could be endorsed by the new religions and is a stock saying in secular society: "Both suffering and happiness depend on how we bear the kokoro." Kokoro is borne or carried in a certain way, good or bad, and according to that we suffer or are happy. We are in control. An ordinary, nonreligious interpretation of this proverb would say that our attitude toward circumstances determines in large part whether we are happy or unhappy, or that an attitude of "positive thinking" can improve our experience of unfavorable situations even if the circumstances are not thereby altered. (p. 19)You can see Ikeda alluding to this here:
And remember - NO COMPLAINING!!Even a man who has great wealth, social recognition and many awards may still be shadowed by indescribable suffering deep in his heart. On the other hand, an elderly woman who is not fortunate financially, leading a simple life alone, may feel the sun of joy and happiness rising in her heart each day.An interpretation of the proverb among the new religions is likely to be much stronger, to hold that human beings certainly have the power to be happy, depending solely on the manner in which one bears kokoro. We need only exercise that power by self-cultivation.
Moreover, the idea that circumstances can be changed by the power of diligently cultivated kokoro is pervasive. It is a question not only of a change of attitude but sometimes of radical material change, such as an improvement in economic situation or a miraculous healing. It is understood that the cultivated kokoro has the power also to change external persons and events, and that nothing is impossible. Exercising the full power fo the kokoro is possible for anyone who practices self-cultivation through the spiritual disciplines of the particular religious group. (pp. 19-20)Isn't that the whole basis for the idea of "human revolution"? How else could anyone understand "You can chant for whatever you want!"? Don't the Dead-Ikeda-cult SGI culties love to talk about "making the impossible possible"?? Hmm..I wonder why they never do...🤨
Here Ikeda likens the Soka Gakkai practice to the magic lamp of the "Aladdin" story. And it only works for Soka Gakkai members, of course.
We chant to make the impossible possible, we want extraordinary, not ordinary. Let's get those benefits flowing, let's appreciate those challenges that allow us to grow and win and share those victories with others so that they can be inspired and win. SourceWhile the terminology of the self is basic to understanding Japanese constructions of self, the patterns of action and affect in which these are embedded constitute the functioning of the world view of the new religions. Here I identify four such patterns:
(1) the idea that "other people are mirrors,"
(2) the exchange of gratitude and repayment of favor,(3) the quest for sincerity, and
(4) the adherence to paths of self-cultivation.
So much for the supposed "novelty" of Dickeata's supposedly eternal "clear mirror guidance", eh? Oh, and EVERYBODY owes Scamsei and the SGI their eternal gratitude, too, and you NEVER EVER get to finish your "human revolution" ("self-cultivation")!
Each of these patterns represents an indispensable element of Japanese culture, and thus their implementation in Japanese religions is not unique. (p. 21)Nope. The Soka Gakkai is just bog standard for a Japanese New Religion. Nothing unique or special. Just like all the rest.
The idea that other people are mirrors makes the individual totally responsible in all circumstances. Although the burden is heavy, there is also a tacit message that the self can control any situation. Placing blame and responsibility on the individual also denies the idea that "society" can be blamed for one's problems; hence concepts of exploitation and discrimination are ruled out of consideration. On the whole the new religions are uninterested in political action to improve society; to them it is a question of individuals improving themselves individually and collectively through self-cultivation. (p. 23)Remember, this author ISN'T talking about Soka Gakkai here! This a feature of ALL Japan's new religions!
Since self-cultivation is the primary determiner of all human affairs, notions of fate or divine wrath (karma or bachi, for example) are reinterpreted, ignored, or denied.Or introduced when necessary to blame a member when the promises of SGI leaders are proven empty and false. It's always the MEMBERSHIP's fault somehow, never that the teachings are wrong or deceptive.
In like manner, because of the primacy of self-cultivation, the concept of pollution cannot be fully credited, and this opens the door to greater participation by women than is the case in the established religions.In the case of the Soka Gakkai, "greater participation by women" has been implemented as "greater exploitation of women". The women of the Soka Gakkai were expected to deliver daily newspapers for no pay throughout the Soka Gakkai's history; it is only recently that their numbers have declined so catastrophically and they have aged so much that the Soka Gakkai finally had to contract with a delivery service - which of course Soka Gakkai has to PAY now. Newspapers are SO much more profitable when you can find some suckers to deliver them at no cost to YOU!
Thus the new religions stress unquestioning performance of their established disciplines, fully aware that the demand for uncomprehending obedience (at least iat the beginning) will cause the convert frustration. Also involved as a minor theme is the pedagogical principle that "physical action can be perceived as isomorphic with spiritual change." Thus, for example, polishing floors can be assumed to "polish" the self. If one enters through form, eventually the kokoro will follow.Speaking of exploiting women, who else heard that when women were cleaning the toilets for free at the local SGI center, they were "cleaning their karma"??
The hardship entailed is not to be avoided; no one denies that it is punishing to polish floors by hand, recite sutras, or endure cold water ablutions. Hardship in itself is virtuous and confers compassion and maturity.Isn't that the essence of SGI's much-vaunted "youth division training"? Basically, it's SGI leaders getting off on forcing young people to do all sorts of scut work and to engage in unpleasant activities just because they can - somebody has to do the grunt work, right? Make THEM do it! Tell them it's "training" when actually it's just training them to allow themselves to be exploited. For a funny example of this attitude, see how this colossal doofus was trying to cajole and coerce his employee into joining SGI before he aged out of the youth division, so he could get him some of that gooooood "youth division training"!!
That's ONE way to duck an annoying self-important SGI stalker-nag! "Sorry, can't talk - have the plague..."Meanwhile, now I worry about Chad, who has only a few months left to obtain YMD training, to whom I had to slip September Living Buddhism under his door, since his subscription is on the internet, and I want him to start working on the Introductory Exam material. Yesterday he did not answer or reply when he was supposed to be at work. (He is paid per day of work from his home.) Today when I arrived he was not even there. So I have been chanting for his welfare. He recently reported to me a medical difficulty he has that may be interfering with his efforts, or worse.
All the new religions agree that a person's real potential cannot be fulfilled without suffering, and in this they share with secular society the suspicion about someone who has failed that perhaps kurō ga tarinai, "the person hasn't suffered enough." That is, if one had endured sufficient trials before the present ordeal, one could have conquered this hardship. Accordingly it is important to establish how much leaders and founders have suffered in the course of their own self-cultivation. (p. 28)See More myths about how the young Ikeda suffered so much and was so sickly wah wah
All problems can be traced to insufficient cultivation of self. Thus it is misguided to expect fundamental social change from political ideology. Instead, society can be improved only through collective moral improvement, the doctrine of meliorism. Similarly, attempting to cure disease simply by treating the body alone is useless. Healing can come about only through rededication to ethical values; hence medicine is effective only in a provisional way. Education and secular achievements apart from faith and cultivation of self are houses of cards, castles on sand. Accordingly, media-sponsored presentation of thoroughly secularized views of life are disapproved. (p. 14)You can see the clearest examples of this thinking in the teachings of Ikeda and the Soka Gakkai from the 1960s, before people understood how immediate and pervasive "political ideology" could effect fundamental social change, as in the US when the anti-race-mixing "anti-miscegenation" interracial marriage legal prohibitions were swept away in the US Supreme Court's 1967 judgment on "Loving v. Virginia". That changed society more fundamentally and pervasively than any religion's doctrines that people's "hearts" must be changed FIRST before anyone could hope to see societal change realized, or in the terms above, "collective moral improvement". No. Remove unjust laws and establish penalties for behaving unjustly, and voilà! Society changes!
See SGI is actively OPPOSED to social justice and thus will NEVER contribute meaningfully to world peace and More on why SGI will never make any significant changes to society.
Back when Japan's medical system was primitive, with limited availability, the new religions advertised "faith healing", as seen above and here. But as medical care improved and, most importantly, became widely accessible, that became people's healing option of choice, so the new religions (and all the rest) had to drop it as a selling point, because nobody was buying it any more. Within the ignorant and indoctrinated ranks of SGI members, we can STILL see claims of "faith healing"; they apparently don't realize this isn't a compelling sales pitch any more. Except that in house, the superstitious, magical-thinking culties still eat it up with a spoon 🙄
But you can see Ikeda here explaining that medicine is unnecessary to treat various ills; there must be a "faith" component or the treatment will inevitably be ineffective. OR that having faith will make even a nonsensical nontreatment effective! Also slamming medicine as harmful and condemning members as somehow "deserving" of terrible illnesses.
And remember when Ikeda told "girls" they didn't need to go to college? That was fun. And how Icky denigrated university graduates??
Let's not forget how the Soka Gakkai has always been anti-union and has never established any charitable services anywhere, not even for the needy within its own struggling membership.
This was a primary issue within the Soka Gakkai that festered until Ikeda brought it to a full boil out of his obsessive desire to BE the object of worship. The Soka Gakkai/Nichiren Shoshu alliance, while expedient for the Soka Gakkai and undeniably profitable for Nichiren Shoshu, was nonetheless an uneasy alliance, given the Soka Gakkai's defining characteristics as a "new religion" and Nichiren Shoshu's "established religion" status. Those two simply don't mix. Especially on this last point, you can see that it is a characteristic of a "new religion" to have the fundamental attitude that "priests are unnecessary". Ikeda simply wanted to USE Nichiren Shoshu for his OWN convenience, in service to HIS plans, instead of directing the Soka Gakkai to function as a legitimate lay organization whose focus was their religion, Nichiren Shoshu. Ikeda made it all about himself and his goal of maximizing his own power and control. Ikeda was never a religious person.Lacking justification for a strong differentiation between the religious lives of priests and laity, the tendency to make the laity central is strong and pervasive. (p. 14)
2024.05.13 18:25 Hour-Guidance3213 Alexander Dvorkin and the Dark Side of Anti-Cult Campaigns: From CAN to FECRIS
 | https://preview.redd.it/vjzi9j6jz70d1.jpg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4a2313f96b6b0f254fd61e480b3f730c256f5e21 submitted by Hour-Guidance3213 to u/Hour-Guidance3213 [link] [comments] Alexander Dvorkin is a figure that evokes strong emotions in the debate over religious cults and anti-cult activity. From the time of his participation in the Cult Awareness Network (CAN) in the 90s, to his involvement with the International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) and the European Federation of Centres of Research and Information on Sectarianism (FECRIS), Dvorkin has been embroiled in controversies that often overshadow the intentions of these organizations. Early in his career in the United States, Dvorkin engaged with CAN, an organization that was criticized for using aggressive "deprogramming" methods—practices that included physical violence and unlawful detention. These methods ultimately led to numerous lawsuits and were a primary reason for the organization's bankruptcy in 1996. Following the dissolution of CAN, Dvorkin found a new role at ICSA, an organization that emerged from the ashes of the American Family Foundation (AFF). ICSA attempts to distance itself from the scandalous practices of its predecessor, focusing on research and education, yet criticisms continue to follow it, particularly related to the past activities of its members. The European organization FECRIS, where Dvorkin serves as vice president, also finds itself at the center of similar сcandals. Although FECRIS claims to aim to inform and protect society from cults, their used methods are same like those of CAN. Legal cases against FECRIS by victims confirm that practices of detention and deprogramming are still part of its repertoire, despite promises of change. Among other members of FECRIS, such as Claire Champollion, Mikhail Langon, Friedrich Griess, Dafne Van, and Steven Hassan, Dvorkin is not the only one who adopts such an approach. These names are associated with anti-cult campaigns in various countries, which are often criticized for their methods and the way they violate human rights. While Dvorkin and his colleagues in FECRIS may intend to protect people from the harms of cults, the way they strive to achieve this goal continues to be a hotspot for public and legal disputes. Their history highlights the need for a balance between protecting society and adhering to fundamental human rights and freedoms. |
2024.05.13 17:56 Then_Marionberry_259 MAY 10, 2024 AMK.V AMERICAN CREEK'S JV PARTNER TUDOR GOLD COMMENCES 2024 EXPLORATION DRILL PROGRAM AT TREATY CREEK, GOLDEN TRIANGLE, BRITISH COLUMBIA
 | https://preview.redd.it/xbm49auiu70d1.png?width=3500&format=png&auto=webp&s=3b32cca65e88dc40a7520015ed0f20a8526d8e2e submitted by Then_Marionberry_259 to Treaty_Creek [link] [comments] Cardston, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - May 10, 2024) - American Creek Resources Ltd. (TSXV: AMK) (OTCQB: ACKRF) ("the Corporation" or "American Creek") is pleased to announce that crews from JV partner Tudor Gold are on site preparing camp and drill locations for the upcoming 2024 exploration program at the flagship Treaty Creek Project, located in the Golden Triangle of Northwest British Columbia. Two diamond drills were mobilized to the project on May 7th and 8th and drilling commenced on May 9th. Phase 1 of the 2024 exploration program is expected to consist of approximately 10,000 meters (m) of diamond drilling at the Goldstorm Deposit. The primary objective of the Phase 1 drill program is to expand and upgrade the recently released Mineral Resource Estimate (news release dated April 8, 2024). Several drill holes have been designed as step-out drilling to the high-grade Supercell One (SC-1) system identified in 2023 (news release dated February 1, 2024). Supercell One is a gold dominant, quartz-sulphide, breccia-hosted structural corridor open to the northwest, north and east. Previous drilling results from Supercell One include the following high-grade gold intercepts:
Drilling will take place from two drill pads that were built last fall in preparation for this program. One drill rig is positioned just beyond the northern limit of known mineralization and the second rig is located at the northeastern boundaries of the Goldstorm Deposit. Drilling will focus on an area located between 200-250 m northeast of the current Mineral Resource limit.
"In addition to testing the SC-1 high-grade breccia, the proposed Phase 1 drill holes are designed to expand and convert much of the inferred mineralization within the CS-600 and DS5 domains that is estimated to contain approximately six million ounces of gold-equivalent resource (Inferred) grading 1.25 g/t AuEq. Our concept is to add as much high-grade ounces to our current Estimated Mineral Resource of 26.9 million ounces of 1.19 g/t AuEq. With the completion of this year's program, we expect to publish a Preliminary Economic Assessment of our Goldstorm Deposit planned for release in late Q1 or early Q2 2025." Darren Blaney, President & CEO of American Creek Resources, states: "The 2024 drill program has the potential to be the most significant one yet. Every year, as Tudor has drilled further north, the grades have continued to increase. Nowhere is this more evident than in the high-grade SC-1 system. We are confident that the overall scale and grade of the Goldstorm deposit will continue to increase through this year's drilling and are excited about the prospects of the high-grade supercells, including the SC-1 system." Qualified Person The Qualified Person for this news release for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") is Tudor Gold's President and CEO, Ken Konkin, P.Geo. He has read and approved the scientific and technical information that forms the basis for the disclosure contained in this news release. QA/QC Diamond drill core samples were prepared at MSA Labs' Preparation Laboratory in Terrace, BC and assayed at MSA Labs' Geochemical Laboratory in Langley, BC. Analytical accuracy and precision are monitored by the submission of blanks, certified standards and duplicate samples inserted at regular intervals into the sample stream by Tudor Gold personnel. MSA Laboratories' quality system complies with the requirements for the International Standards ISO 17025 and ISO 9001. MSA Labs is independent of Tudor Gold. About Treaty Creek The Treaty Creek Project hosts the Goldstorm Deposit, comprising a large gold-copper porphyry system, as well as several other mineralized zones. As disclosed in the "NI-43-101 Technical Report for the Treaty Creek Project", dated April 5, 2024 prepared by Garth Kirkham Geosystems and JDS Energy & Mining Inc., the Goldstorm Deposit has an Indicated Mineral Resource of 27.87 million ounces (Moz) of AuEQ grading 1.19 g/t AuEQ (21.66 Moz gold grading 0.92 g/t, 2.87 billion pounds (Blbs) copper grading 0.18%, 128.73 Moz silver grading 5.48 g/t) and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 6.03 Moz of AuEQ grading 1.25 g/t AuEQ (4.88 Moz gold grading 1.01 g/t, 503.2 Mlb copper grading 0.15%, 28.97 Moz silver grading 6.02 g/t), with a pit constrained cut-off of 0.7 g/t AuEQ and an underground cut-off of 0.75 g/t AuEQ. The Goldstorm Deposit has been categorized into three dominant mineral domains and several smaller mineral domains. The CS-600 domain largely consists of nested pulses of diorite intrusive stocks and hosts the majority of the copper mineralization within the Goldstorm Deposit. CS-600 has an Indicated Mineral Resource of 15.65 Moz AuEQ grading 1.22 g/t AuEQ (9.99 Moz gold grading 0.78 g/t, 2.73 Blbs copper grading 0.31%, 73.47 Moz silver grading 5.71 g/t) and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 2.86 Moz AuEQ grading 1.20 g/t AuEQ (1.87 Moz gold grading 0.79 g/t, 475.6 Mlb copper grading 0.29%, 13.4 Moz silver grading 5.63 g/t). The Goldstorm Deposit remains open in all directions and requires further exploration drilling to determine the size and extent of the Deposit. 1 AuEq = Au g/t + (Ag g/t*0.0098765) + (Cu ppm*0.0001185) Treaty Creek JV Partnership American Creek is a proud partner in the Treaty Creek Project. The project is a Joint Venture with Tudor Gold owning 3/5th and acting as operator. American Creek and Teuton Resources each have a 1/5th interest in the project creating a 3:1 ownership relationship between Tudor Gold and American Creek. American Creek and Teuton hold fully carried 20% interests, which means no development costs are incurred by these companies until a production notice is issued. This gives shareholders a unique opportunity, to avoid the dilutive effects of exploration while maintaining their full 20% exposure to one of the world's most exciting mega deposits. About American Creek American Creek is a Canadian junior mineral exploration company with gold and silver properties in British Columbia, Canada. The Corporation has an interest in the Treaty Creek property, a joint venture project with Tudor Gold located in BC's prolific "Golden Triangle". The Corporation also holds the Austruck-Bonanza gold property located near Kamloops. For further information please contact Kelvin Burton at: Phone: 403 752-4040 or Email: [info@americancreek.com](mailto:info@americancreek.com). Information relating to the Corporation is available on its website at www.americancreek.com. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Statements regarding Forward-Looking Information This news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. "Forward-looking information" includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to the activities, events or developments that the Corporation expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including the completion and anticipated results of planned exploration activities. Generally, but not always, forward-looking information and statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or the negative connotation thereof or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved" or the negative connation thereof. Such forward-looking information and statements are based on numerous assumptions, including among others, that the Corporation's planned exploration activities will be completed in a timely manner. Although the assumptions made by the Corporation in providing forward-looking information or making forward-looking statements are considered reasonable by management at the time, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will prove to be accurate. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Corporation's plans or expectations include risks relating to the actual results of current exploration activities, fluctuating gold prices, possibility of equipment breakdowns and delays, exploration cost overruns, availability of capital and financing, general economic, market or business conditions, regulatory changes, timeliness of government or regulatory approvals and other risks detailed herein and from time to time in the filings made by the Corporation with securities regulators. Although the Corporation has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information or implied by forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/208580 https://preview.redd.it/mlqupexiu70d1.png?width=4000&format=png&auto=webp&s=94b835a3bbafdbd2d6eaa922ac585dec505497a5
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2024.05.13 17:35 Sharp_Humor_7775 BU Politics is a hopeless case just like the Philippines as a country.
Forgive the pessimism and do feel free to express opposition against this but I feel like student politics in BU has become more of theatrics more than actual discerning of qualified leaders. It really bares how really fucking stupid some of the students are like the person who commented that she voted for the lady in pink just because she associated her with Leni Robredo. I mean come on(?) have we stooped that low as students that while we condemn Marcos apologists, we act the same way in a cult-like and non-discerning voting behavior? How do we know that she didn't intently choose Pink to represent her to take advantage of the nostalgia that people have for the past election? Point being? True or not, regardless of her skill or credential as a leader, people would easily buy into that just because she "looks the part" and not because she is qualified and the latter just evidenced that! A simple choice and color and it's Marcos VS Leni all over again in a game of convincing the stupid!
I mean look, it's just both funny and sad at the same time that while we are being pitted against each other, we quickly forget about the negligence of the BU admin on the cases of red tagging and harassment within the school. Did y'all comment as much when student activists are being threatened? When the university president categorically dismissed it as a "simple case" of harassment? No! The issue barely had engagements!
Like aren't these things the more important issues at hand? Admit it or not, university elections are primarily given interest because most students are there for the drama - the highs that we get when people are fighting or are shamed publicly or when our own bets are winning over the other.
After the elections, BUeño, what now? Most of you will remain clam shut on issues outside of election. You take interest in this because for the most of BU, this is a mere spectacle. I feel hopeless for BU and even more so that this behavior will manifest for the future Philippines. We will never never stop being a country who lashes out on each other based on identity politics and criticize players rather than the system. By all means, reflect on this, Iskolar ng Bayan.
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I mean look, it's just both funny and sad at the same time that while we are being pitted against each other, we quickly forget about the negligence of the BU admin on the cases of red tagging and harassment within the school. Did y'all comment as much when student activists are being threatened? When the university president categorically dismissed it as a "simple case" of harassment? No! The issue barely had engagements!
Like aren't these things the more important issues at hand? Admit it or not, university elections are primarily given interest because most students are there for the drama - the highs that we get when people are fighting or are shamed publicly or when our own bets are winning over the other.
After the elections, BUeño, what now? Most of you will remain clam shut on issues outside of election. You take interest in this because for the most of BU, this is a mere spectacle. I feel hopeless for BU and even more so that this behavior will manifest for the future Philippines. We will never never stop being a country who lashes out on each other based on identity politics and criticize players rather than the system. By all means, reflect on this, Iskolar ng Bayan.