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[edit] Houston Equal Rights Alliance
[edit] Background
In 2004, Equality Knocks was launched with combined support from both Equality Texas (formerly the Lesbian and Gay Rights Lobby) and the Houston GLBT Political Caucus.
The primary focus of this organizating effort was voter identification and mobilization against Proposition 2. Proposition 2 was a proposed amendment to the Texas state constitution which bans the legal recognition of same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Proposition 2 passed, but the momentum for a permanent political organization remained.
In addition to voter identification activities, HERA founders believed their new organization needed to promote aliance building among all progressive causes throughout the Houston area and surronding communities.
[edit] Projects
Ongoing
- Block walks
- Phone banking to recruit volunteers and identify voters.
- Collecting postcards identifying GLBT voters.
- Media exposure, fundraisers, demonstrations, multiple speaking engagements, and collaborative efforts with local politicians and other GLBT organizations.
- Programing a database to house over 9,000 voter ID’s, which were given to other GLBT and civil rights organizations.
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Houston Equal Rights Alliance website
[http://www.houstonvoice.com/2005/7-29/news/localnews/amend.cfm Voter turnout is key to defeating marriage amendment
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[edit] Anarchism is not enough
Anarchism is Not Enough is a manifesto against systematic thinking, a difficult book by a famously difficult writer. For the scope of its critical imagination, it is the most radical work of Laura Riding's early period. This period extends from the end of 1925, when she left America for Europe and Robert Graves, to 1939, the year she returned to America, renounced any further writing of poetry, and soon after married Schuyler Jackson.
Published in 1928, when Riding was twenty-seven, Anarchism is a kind of early autobiographia literaria. Long out of print and now available for the first time in paperback, this is one of the most imaginative and daring works of literary theory ever written by a modernist figure. Lisa Samuels's edition sets the work in its historical context and elucidates its central intellectual difficulties. Her introduction and notes are a valuable aid to an understanding of Riding's work.
[edit] Mean Streets: The RPG of Classic Film Noir
Mean Streets: The RPG of Classic Film Noir is a pen-and-paper role-playing game developed by Mark Bruno and published by Deep7 in 2002. According to the publisher, Mean Streets takes the best (and bleakest) aspects of film noir, presenting them in a concept with which to role-play cynical private eyes, unscrupulous gangsters, and dangerous femme fatales as portrayed in film noir from the '40s and better part of the '50s.
The rules for Mean Streets were designed around Deep7's proprietary rules engine, titled XPG, of which its mechanics are unobtrusive and easy to learn, even for the novice player. It is the same rules system that is used in Red Dwarf the Roleplaying Game, Bloode Island XPG and other Deep7 products including the upcoming Shriek XPG: The RPG of Teen Horror and RADZ, a post-apocalyptic RPG. The XPG system was designed by Deep7 creative director Todd Downing. XPG is a stat+skill roll-under system using 2d6. The margin of the successful roll is the degree of the success. Boxcars (natural 12) is always a critical failure, resulting in some form of fumble. On snake-eyes (natural 2), the character has a critical success -- the player can make the roll a second time and, if successful, add the second roll's margin of success to the total.
Since release, Mean Streets has spawned a number of supplements, including:
• Vendetta, a gangland resource
• Usual Suspects, an NPC resource
• Concrete Jungle, the New York City setting and sourcebook
• Dark Companion, a collection of new rules and updates
• Modus Operandi, a sourcebook on law enforcement and the courts
• Casablanca, an exotic city and setting sourcebook
A free supplement also exists for the game, incorporating fantasy elements to the core game. Titled, That Old Black Magic, the supplement presents an alternate setting for the game, incorporating sorcery against the backdrop of 1940s Hollywood. It's a world where gangsters in expensive suits are master sorcerers, spirits get the third degree from cops, zombies come six to a crate just like bon-bons, and your landlady is a licensed witch, according to the official description on the game's support site, which is maintained by the game's developer Mark Bruno, independently of Deep7.
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http://www.pen-paper.net/rpgdb.php?op=showline&gamelineid=387
http://www.deep7.com/product.php?cat=meanstreets
http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/mean_streets_rpg/
http://www.angelfire.com/rpg2/threesixty/MeanStreets.html
65.43.74.238 20:21, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
[edit] DragonKeeper
[edit] Janaína Nattielle Viana Mendes
[edit] Victim Effect
Victim Effect is a 6 peice band currently out of Provo Utah. They have a Metal Electronic sound, unique and Genre busting. Victim Effect was founded by Brandon Bowthorpe and Micah Biagi. Micah and Brandon met at a party in Sacramento California when Brandon was singing and playing "Third Eye Blind" Micah Began singing Harmony to Brandon. Early 2006 The Band Relocated from Sacramento to Provo Because of School and personal reasons. The Original Victim Effect Line up Broke up but Victim Effect Continued on. Brandon Quickly Added Greg Judd on third Guitar as Lead. Micah was still doing guitar and backing vocals. Brandon Lead Vocals and guitar. Brandon's sister Dawn Bings the Electronica Side with the Keyboards and Keytaur. They Asked Close freind Rex Price to take on the roll of Bass and Warren Wilcok as Drummer. Warren Brought a thicker more solid sound in the rhythm department and Greg Brought a More Metal edge with his use of Pinch Harmonics and Melodic Leads. Brandon's unique Voice and catchy phrasing makes Victim Effect Have a Metal almost Pop as it is catchy to the ears. Victim Effect is known for the stage pressence and choreographed stage acts. Victim Effect is quickly growing in reputation in Utah Sacramento and other parts of the Country. Their first Music video " Go Fight" Was filmed by Joshua Ligari who Filmed Videos for another utah sensation The Used. This video is currently being highlighted on Comcast's The Band Wagon avaiable on demand and daily at 11:30 pm. victim Effect has growing Radio Time on numerous Radio Stations. Articles Have been published in Salt Lake's Deseret News and Tribune and can be found in the archives. Band sites include www.victimeffect.com www.myspace.com/victimeffect
Band Help include Bryan Sansom Manager and Guitar Tech
Scott (scooter) Guitar Tech
Sean Mcallister Keyboard Tech
Donny Shepard- Guitar Tech
Jami - Drum tech
Band Members Current
Brando Neverland Guitar/Lead vocal
Dawn Vocals/Keyboards
Micah Guitar/Rhythm
Warren Peace Drum Monkey
Greg Judd Lead Guitar
Rex Price Bass
Former Members
Levi Bass
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www.saltlaketribune.com desnews.com Comcast the Band Wagon Mzimedia.net Music entertainment network of utah. 66.219.219.8 20:37, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
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[edit] lyrics for wicked sensitive crew by dropkick murphys
[edit] Suzanne Mizzi
[edit] La Excelencia
It takes just a note or two to hear that La Excelencia is different. A New York salsa band led by percussionist Jose Vazquez-Cofresi and Julian Silva. La Excelencia is made up of younger salsa musicians, it plays raw and hard, with none of the sweetening that gunk up pop salsa of today. This is unprettified salsa dura, with the percussion cranked, lots of breaks, the voices loud, almost distorted. It’s the sound of a tough working band, the sort that used to be everywhere in New York during the 1970's salsa era, and now are rare to find. It’s unapologetic, and unafraid of its tradition. The lyrics of La Excelencia give us a look into the modern day barrio, and speak of social issues found in our own lives. With the release of "Salsa con Conciencia", La Excelencia has received international and national recognition. The real deal doesn’t show up that often, and here it is. Celebrate it.
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Latin Beat Magazine - November 2006 Issue - CD Review by Rudy Mangual 192.195.66.44 21:20, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
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[edit] Rob Teuwen
[edit] Solar Storm Tanning Beds
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68.164.203.161 23:00, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Local Film Producer Completes Fifth Featuren
After moving to Arlington, Texas from the Bronx, New York, Jason Kabolati completed high school at James Bowie. He later attended the University of Texas where he developed a passion for writing. Soon after he found himself writing scripts in Los Angeles and pursuing his filmmaking career. He returned to to the DFW area in 2000 and shot his first feature film starring Rachel Hunter, and James Russo. Jason wrote and produced "Pendulum" while his Sigma Chi fraternity brother Charles Acosta acted as Executive Producer. Since, he has completed four feature films. His most recent is a film based on the best selling novel by VC Andrews "Rain" and stars Academy Award winner, Faye Dunaway and Academy award nominee, Robert Loggia. Jason is slated to direct his first feature this summer. In September 2006 Jason's film "Mad Bad" which he wrote and produced, won best feature at the NY/LA International Film Festival.
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www.imdb.com www.rainfilm.com www.bigheadzent.com www.rolldallasroll.com
209.30.232.41 23:09, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
Facial Smack facial smack is another term for severe blushing caused by extreme nervousness or uncomfortable social situations, predomenently in children or young teenagers.
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NHS Direct
Castlander 23:13, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
there are many white buffalo, but they are extremely uncommon
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71.202.245.206 23:18, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne
[edit] Rijul Gupta
[edit] Allan Banford
DJ / Producer / Remixer Allan Banford is well recognized as one of today’s rising stars. His astounding, innovative mixing skills and irresistible track selection have captivated audiences all over the world.
From the onset, Allan's talents as a producer were undeniable. Thanks to his custom-made audio-sequencer, Allan has created one of the most desired sounds on the market. Bursting onto the producing scene with his 'Essential Elements' EP, released on Samuel Larson's label SLS, Allan attracted immediate international acclaim. This was closely followed by a succession of top quality productions, the most popular of which being his tremendous EP ‘Best of British’, released on Carl Cox’s label Intec Records. Carl is one of many top DJs who have shown unwavering support for Allan’s productions, promoting them at venues across the globe.
Having joined forces with electronic masterminds John Acquaviva and Richie Hawtin, Allan is one of our most distinguished DJ Producers, holding innovation as a priority. Indeed, one of his many qualities as a DJ is his keenness to experiment with new technologies to make his live performances all the more inventive and exhilarating.
Allan’s distinctive, ingenious sound has attracted the attentions of the world-renowned company Rane Corporation, famous for the outstanding Serato Live Scratch, for whom Allan has become a UK ambassador.
Allan has also teamed up with the digital stores Itunes, Beatport and DJ Download, creating the perfect combination between a wealth of digital sound and the exciting world of live music.
Blending this technological experimentalism with infectious bass lines and captivating electro sequences in his own labels (Evolved Records, Evopro Recordings and NB Records) Allan Banford is determined to transport us into a new era, where technology will command the new electronic empires.
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http://www.evolved-records.com
http://www.evopro-recordings.com
http://www.myspace.com/allanbanford
Video :
http://evolved-records.allanbanford.com/Myspace/flvplayer.swf
Worldbeats 23:36, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Mara - Michigan Antitrust Law 1984
Antitrust Law passed in Michigan USA in 1984 to ensure that companies trading within Michigan can not monopolise any aspect of the respective market through dubious or unlawful means.
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Publicised PDF document detailing the Mara Antitrust Law 1984 http://www.telecommich.org/Documents/Antitrust_primer.pdf
Kraftimonki 23:36, 5 December 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Peter Bell
[edit] DJ Doc Rok
DJ Doc Rok is a world renowned dj and producer. Born August 26, 1985 in Rochester NY he has also lived in Austin, Texas and now resides in the Washington D.C. Metro area. Rok works as an on air personality for D.C.'s Number one station WPGC 95.5. Doc is currently working on the King Kan/A-Squad project, which has been experiencing great success with the release of their first single, "Chain Swang". In addition to being featured on mixtapes and recieving radio play around the world, the video shoot is currently being wrapped up to be featured on TV networks worldwide. Additional in-production projects include soundtrack work for Access TV, and tracks for Bossman and Tabi Bonney as well as singer Dre Black. Past projects include work with Laelo Hood, Tai Slumz, Drizza Don Dre, and the Powell House Project. DJ Doc Rok has many aliases including Nasdaq, 20hz, Benny Blanco, The Boy Genius, Toney Two-Toned, and AKA more AKAs than the Taliban. These have been earned over the years working with different artists.
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www.myspace.com/djdocrok
Caldog2k 23:58, 5 December 2006 (UTC)