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Monthly Archives: February 2004
Thanks To Howard Dean
Like Oliver, I’d like to give my thanks to Howard Dean. Thanks for helping the Democrats regain our spine. Thanks for encouraging the development and use of tools to self organize and find one another on the net and in … Continue reading
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Boy who was shot at school is dead
Two are held, but others are sought (Philadelphia Inquirer) Faheem Thomas-Childs, the 10-year-old who had been the focus of hopes and prayers since he was shot in the face Wednesday morning while walking to school, died yesterday of his wounds.
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Hope You Had A Great Valentine’s Day
Yes I’m still here! I hope to catch up on my posting later tonight. Till then – I hope you have a good one.
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“by age 7, three-quarters had heard gunshots”
A gunfight that took place over two city blocks ended up across a Philadelphia school yard. Children had to run for their lives. 10-year-old Faheem Thomas-Childs (Philadelphia Inquirer) was critically wounded by one of the many stray shots (Philadelphia Inquirer) … Continue reading
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Iowa Activist Update
Looks to me like it was some kind of trial balloon and it there was too much light cast on it for it to proceed. Score one for the First Amendment: Subpoenas against university, antiwar activists dropped (Boston.com). If it … Continue reading
Sad to See Clark Go
Along with Garret I’d like to offer my thanks to General Clark for his time in the Presidential race. I think his entry had a role in re-energizing the Democratic party and helped some, like myself, believe Bush can be … Continue reading
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This Can’t Be
Many other webloggers are pointing to the news that Iowa university has been ordered to turn over records on activists (Philadelphia Inquirer). Hopefully there is more to this then being reported.
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Around the Political/Activist Web
Dave Winer asked what’s so great about Dick Morris? Well he got fired by President Clinton for getting caught with a prostitute (CNN). And he’s trusted talking about President Clinton why?!? Are we Slouching toward Big Brother (CNet)? Do you … Continue reading
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Philly Future Updates
I’ve selected a new set of featured sites for the following week. I’m planning on having Philly Future use my paradox1x Philly category as it’s own RSS feed with a little MovableType trickery. After all, it should have it’s own … Continue reading
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Philly Future: It’s Alive!
I have the domain back. Now, thru RSS, Philly Future can fulfill it’s original purpose and much more. It’s been a long journey, one that started back in December 1999, thanks to EditThisPage, the great Manila hosting service provided by … Continue reading
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