2012-02-04: Headlines
- allvoices: Rosanne Barr wants to run for US President on the Green Party ticket 2012-02-04
Looks like comedienne/actress Rosanne Barr is officially running for U.S. President on the Green Party ticket. Check out the February 3, 2012 ABC News article, Rosanne Barr is officially running for president. | The comedienne registered with the Federal Election Commission in late January to run for the Green Party nomination, the Los Angeles Times reports.
- Washington Post: Roseanne Barr is officially running for president 2012-02-04
The comedienne registered with the Federal Election Commission in late January to run for the Green Party nomination, the Los Angeles Times reports. “Both the Democratic and Republican parties are bought and paid for by corporate America and cater...
- National Post: MPs want tax deductions on 'valid business expense': golfing 2012-02-04
Postmedia News: Green Party leader Elizabeth May agreed, saying if Flaherty allows businesses to write off golf games, who knows what other posh pastimes will get tax breaks next. While she acknowledges millions of Canadians love golf, she's not convinced it's a valid...
- Los Angeles Times: Quick Takes: It's not just any 'Card' 2012-02-04
In a reminder of the heady days of high-priced art sales, Cezanne's "The Card Players" has sold for more than $250 million, a record price for any work of art. | But it hasn't gone to a major museum such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée d'Orsay, the Courtauld or the Barnes Foundation. Those institutions already own works from Cezanne's series depicting card players.
- Cocorioko: SLPP Lawyer Easmon Ngakui, you certainly cannot be serious, sir. Are you ? 2012-02-04
Ambassador John Leigh concisely points out what is unfortunate within the SLPP- the green party is a conglomeration of violent and lawless individuals, nation-wreckers, juju practitioners and voodoo worshippers. It is undeniably unfortunate...
- Bury Free Press: Green councillor goes blue for heath 2012-02-04
A GREEN Party county councillor went a touch blue after a plunge in the icy waters of the Little Ouse to help Suffolk Wildlife Trust buy Knettishall Heath. | With an air temperature of only five degrees, Mark Eriera-Guyer took to the waters with four friends, even though the trust had already reached its £100,000 donation target. The extra money will help with running costs.
- Daily Mail: Roseanne Barr: Comedienne launches her bid to become president 2012-02-04
There for a moment I thought she was describing herself. | Never. Not after the way she sang the National Anthem. | Click to rate Rating (0) | listen to Roseann, She is articulate, outrageous, and right on the money. She's got my vote. | The way an American election works: "Vote for the one you dislike the least" | Who let her out of the nut house? You should be penalized and forced to pay a large sum!
- CTV.ca: Feds, Alberta to boost monitoring of oilsands 2012-02-04
Peter Kent is seen announcing the new oilsands monitoring plan in Edmonton, Alta., on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012. | Ottawa and provincial regulators in Alberta will take a greater hand in monitoring the environmental effects of the oilsands, according to a new plan revealed on Friday. | But instead of an independent monitoring system, bureaucrats will chiefly analyze the data -- at least for now.
- South Asian Link: Clark, BC Liberals Continue Sinking But Unconcerned 2012-02-04
VANCOUVER – A new poll reveals more bad news for the BC Liberals as support for the party has sunk to its lowest level since Gordon Campbell ended his reign as party leader. | Commissioned by Angus Reid Public Opinion, an online survey of 800 British Columbians shows 28 per cent of decided voters would support the Liberals in the next election, while 42 per cent will support the BC NDP.
- WKYC-TV: Hot Topics: Roseanne Barr for President? 2012-02-04
We see what's trending in tonight's Hot Topics. | Roseanne Barr for President? It's apparently an option. She announced on Twitter that she is a candidate under The Green Party ticket. | What would you give up? We have the list of things that you could part with. | This is a fast food order that you can never forget. This you have to see to believe.
- Salt Lake Tribune: Paul Rolly: Taxpayers pay pols 2012-02-04
Utah taxpayers can designate contributions to various programs by checking the relevant box on their state tax return, sending money from their refunds or from additions to their tax payment to such causes as non-game wildlife, homeless shelters, organ transplants, schools, cat and dog neutering and spaying, drug rehabilitation and body armor for police dogs. Taxpayers can also check a box to send money to the political party of their choice...
- Seacoastonline.com: Maine caucuses beginning Sunday 2012-02-04
Sunday's Republican caucus in York marks the first of the local caucuses in the southern Maine Seacoast area during this year's presidential election season.
- Globe and Mail: jane taber's Ottawa 2012-02-04
The Green Party Leader is one of the most driven women in politics. And supporting her in the way in which a seasoned back roomer would, was her then 16-year-old daughter. The family dynamics are fascinating. NDP MP Laurin Liu is photographed...
- Las Vegas Sun: Uproar over rightist leader's comments about Jews 2012-02-04
Karl Oelligner of the opposition Green Party suggested that such comments can only come from someone who "has either lost his marbles or is trying to trivialize the horrors of Nazi rule." Hannes Rauch, whose centrist People's Party is in the government...
- KGMI: Oldman Needs Help Regaining British Accent for Tinker Tailor 2012-02-04
Roseanne Barr has filed documents to become the Green Party's official candidate for President. Madonna concedes she feels pressure at the idea of singing in front of the huge Super Bowl audience. NBC's new musical drama "Smash" could hardly...
- International Business Times: Roseanne Barr for President: Comedian Latest Celebrity to Jump to Green Party 2012-02-04
As Republicans battle for the GOP presidential nomination, the Green Party may have already found its standard bearer. | The environmentally conscious third party welcomed Barr as a promising candidate. Barr still must go through the nominating process against another announced Green Party presidential candidate.
- The Local.se: Swedes out in force to protest anti-piracy law 2012-02-04
Over 10,000 Swedes have pledged to take part in demonstrations in Stockholm on Saturday to protest against the ACTA anti-piracy legislation which is set to go before the Riksdag later this year.
2012-02-03: Headlines
- NPR: Roseanne Barr Seeks Green Party Presidential Nod 2012-02-03
Keywords: €” Roseanne Barr said Thursday she's running for the Green Party's presidential nomination €” and it's no joke. | The actress-comedian said in a statement that she's a longtime supporter of the party and looks forward to working with people who share her values. She said the two major parties aren't serving the American people. | "The Democrats and Republicans have proven that they are servants €” bought and paid for by the 1%"
- Inter Press Service: Finnish Contest No More Between Right and Left 2012-02-03
In an uncharacteristically lively election campaign in this nation of five million people, Finns head for the polls in a second round of voting Sunday to elect a new president.
- This is Bath: Green booster 2012-02-03
Councillors in Bristol recently passed a motion, proposed by Green Party councillors, which could provide cheap, clean energy for local residents.Rising energy costs and confusing tariffs often mean...
- This is Bath: 20mph zones in Bath – the debate goes on 2012-02-03
I have been fascinated by the correspondence about our 20mph project. Before the last election the Liberal Democrats' '20 is plenty' campaign became part of our election manifesto. It is another of our election pledges that will be fulfilled. | Portsmouth and Bristol, both Lib Dem run, have already implemented a 'signs only' 20mph system. We will lean heavily on the experience of these two councils as we begin our 20 mph scheme.
- The Argus: Satellite schools could solve Brighton and Hove school place crisis 2012-02-03
Get involved: Send your news, views, pictures and video by texting SUPIC to 80360 or email us. | Such is the demand for places at West Hove Infants School that parents can only get their children in if they live within 600 metres of the school. | It is typical of the west of the city where the schools are full, leading Brighton and Hove City Council to look at various radical methods to meet demand.
- Metro: London Olympics 2012: Where green is the new gold 2012-02-03
Six months from now, Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt will set out to retain his 100m Olympic title in what will hopefully be a balmy August evening in Stratford, east London. | He should be thankful he doesn't have to defend his crown on the last day of January, when the venue is being lightly dusted in flakes of snow. | I'm standing beneath the Olympic Stadium, next to the 'helter-skelter' red metal tower designed by artist Anish Kapoor.
- World Socialist Web Site: Police evict Occupy protesters in two New Zealand cities 2012-02-03
John Braddock: The crackdown, like similar police operations internationally, is an attack on basic democratic rights.
- Peninsula Daily: Port Townsend-Jefferson County 2012-02-03
Peace rally — Veterans Park, 217 S. Lincoln St., noon to 2 pm Sponsored by Green Party of Clallam County. Phone 360-683-0867. Cribbage — Port Angeles Senior Center, 328 E. Seventh St., 1 pm to 3 pm For all ages. Museum at the Carnegie — Second...
- AceShowbiz: Roseanne Barr Files Paperwork to Run for U.S. President as Green Party Candidate 2012-02-03
Keywords: 'I will barnstorm American living rooms, Mainstream media will be unable to ignore me,' states the former 'Roseanne's Nuts' star in a candidate questionnaire submitted to the Green Party.
- New York Observer: Roseanne Barr to Seek Green Party Nomination Because Why Not? 2012-02-03
RoseanneWorld.com (screengrab) | Political gray eminence and true living symbol of dignity and propriety Roseanne Barr announced Thursday that she will be a Green Party candidate for president. Ms. Barr, noted for her sober and rational public persona, has been a strong supporter of the party for years. | According to Ms. Barr neither major party is doing the job. Republicans and Democrats, said Ms.
- News1130: Vancouver Island man wants to use recall against pipeline 2012-02-03
A man who launched, and failed, two recall campaigns against an MLA on Vancouver Island in the 1990s now wants to use the same...
- Southeast Missourian: Roseanne Barr seeks Green Party presidential nomination 2012-02-03
"The Democrats and Republicans have proven that they are servants -- bought and paid for by the 1 percent -- who are not doing what's in the best interest of the American people," Barr said. | Occupy Wall Street protesters popularized the "We are the 99 percent" slogan in their fight against economic disparity and perceived corporate greed. | Barr has submitted paperwork to the Green Party for her candidacy.
- TVNZ: Key aims to piggyback on China's success 2012-02-03
More Chinese investment in New Zealand farms and infrastructure will be targeted by the Government. | Prime Minister John Key today released a strategy to double trade with the Asian super power by 2015, saying it is critical for the country's financial wellbeing.
- Bristol24-7: Stoke Gifford train depot gets green light from council 2012-02-03
A proposed train depot on the Great Western mainline near Bristol Parkway station has been given planning approval by South Gloucestershire councillors. | Agility Trains wants to build the depot on land at Stoke Gifford, but more than 700 residents signed a petition against the plans and 60 written objections were lodged with the council. | Groups such as the Green Party in Bristol though called for the plans to be approved.
- Times of Malta: The surreal election 2012-02-03
The political situation has been described as being surreal by many of those active in the field. Indeed, we all seem to be going round in circles, yet, we all seem to know that an election will soon take place. | By 11.50 a.m. we were sitting down, all in anticipation of the 12 o€™clock vote.
- Press Herald: World/Nation Dispatches 2012-02-03
The deaths Wednesday night in a post-match stadium riot in the Mediterranean city of Port Said fueled anger at Egypt's ruling military and the already widely distrusted police forces. Many in the public and in the newly elected parliament blamed the leadership for letting it happen -- whether from a lack of control or, as some alleged, on purpose.
- Deadline.com: How Would Roseanne Barr's Presidential Run Affect Her NBC Sitcom? 2012-02-03
Whether Barr gets the nomination or not, NBC will face a predicament if it opts to order her pilot to series as she plans to be very visible during the campaign. "I will barnstorm American living rooms," she said in a candidate questionnaire submitted to the Green Party.
- The Spokesman Review: Condon to keep salary at $100K for 2012 2012-02-03
February 3, 2012 in Idaho on Page A1 Long before most Americans knew about global warming, Julian Powers was sounding the alarm. In lectures on college campuses, at Earth Day fairs and through letters to the editor... | February 3, 2012 in City on Page A4 Roseanne Barr is running for the Green Party€™s presidential nomination €“ and she says it€™s no joke.
- Independent Online: Roseanne Barr for president 2012-02-03
Independent Newspapers Online: According to report TMZ.com, Roseanne Barr has filed official documents to become the Green Party's presidential nominee. | The comedienne has set her sights on the White House, and before you dismiss it as a prank, go to social media as proof. | Barr has used Twitter and Facebook as the platform for herl campaign. She wants to carry the Green Party banner in the November election, reports TMZ. | Barr believes Democrats...
2012-02-02: Headlines
- The Guardian: Speakers at the Guardian Open Weekend 2012-02-02
Keywords:... MP for Brighton Pavilion and the leader of the Green party of England and Wales Joris Luyendijk, writer and journalist Paul MacInnes, editor, the Guide Lucy Mangan, columnist, the Guardian Michael Mansfield, QC Jane Martinson, women's editor...
- Irish Independent: Baldemort unbroken -- even with pate above parapet 2012-02-02
Michael Noonan strolled into the Dail chamber for his question time yesterday afternoon with a nonchalant air. And why wouldn't he be feeling a tad nonchalant? While the Taoiseach has been taking dog's abuse for the past few weeks on all sorts of thorny topics such as paying Anglo bondholders and signing up to fiscal treaties, the Finance minister has managed with admirable agility to keep his shining pate below the parapet.
- Haaretz: Austria cancels award to far-right leader Strache over anti-Semitic remarks 2012-02-02
Prestigious award is retracted after Austrian daily quotes Freedom Party leader as saying, 'We are the new Jews,' in response to protesters who heckled guests arriving at an event on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
- Scoop.co.nz (press release): Treasury takes aim at New Zealand's biosecurity protections 2012-02-02
Treasury recommendations to weaken biosecurity protection for short-term growth will undermine the long-term strength of our export economy, the Green Party said today.
- The Local: Security fears raised after flourbomb attack 2012-02-02
Socialist presidential candidate François Hollande was attacked with a bag of flour yesterday just after giving a speech. | As he was signing a pledge in support of the charity, a woman climbed onto the stage and made towards him with a bag of flour. | She managed to tip the contents over Hollande, covering him in the white powder, while shocked guards hurriedly wrestled her to the ground.
- China.org.cn: James Cameron buys up land in NZ 2012-02-02
å¼ é”: The Hollywood director behind box office smashes such as Avatar and Titanic has stirred up a political drama after announcing he is to move to New Zealand and buy more than 1,000 hectares of farm land. | News of James Cameron's purchase of two rural properties in the Wairarapa region in the lower North Island for a reported 20 million NZ dollars (16.66 million U.S. dollars)
- St Albans Harpenden Review: Plans to increase affordable homes target in St Albans and Harpenden thrown out 2012-02-02
Using her casting vote as chairman, Councillor Heritage, portfolio holder for planning and conservation, recommended the affordable housing target should be progressed through the core strategy, rather than being agreed in advance. | She said: "In order for the policy to be robust and enforceable we must go through the vigorous and statutory planning core strategy on which we are embarked and not take short cuts."
- The Star: Spotlight on council wages at meeting 2012-02-02
PAY rates for council staff and contractors will be a hot potato for debate at Sheffield Council's monthly full meeting today. | Green Party members are calling on the authority to publish the ratio of highest to lowest pay for directly employed council staff and for companies with major contracts such as Capita, Kier and Veolia.
- Victoria Times Colonist: New poll puts Dix ahead of Clark in choice for premier 2012-02-02
The NDP has bumped up two points since November and now sits at 42 per cent support among decided voters, compared with 28 per cent for the BC Liberals, 19 per cent for the BC Conservatives and 10 per cent for the BC Green party .
- The Local.de: UK eurosceptic sparks uproar with Nazi jibe 2012-02-02
A eurosceptic British MEP provoked the German head of the European Parliament chairman cut off his microphone after comparing Germany’s proposed plans for Greece's finances to the Nazi occupation of the country. | Hail in Hamburg, fog in Frankfurt, baking in Berlin...
- Bristol24-7: Bristol Lib Dems and Tories agree deal on city budget 2012-02-02
Keywords: “We look forward to further discussions with Labour and the Green Party group, in which we hope to find common ground over some of their proposals. “We are aiming to emerge from this process with a budget that serves the best interests of Bristol...
- portfolio.hu: Hungary Socialists overtake far-right Jobbik in popularity contest 2012-02-02
Hungary's left-wing parties have gained some popularity, while far-right Jobbik has turned less popular, the January survey by Medián showed on Thursday. The governing Fidesz party enjoys practically the same confidence of the voters than in the previous few months, local weekly HVG reported.
- 3News NZ: Cameron's land purchase fuels debate 2012-02-02
Avatar director James Cameron says he is looking forward to making New Zealand his new home, but his dairy farm purchase – approved by Government after a promise Cameron would come and live here – has continued to fuel the political debate about foreign ownership. | The sale was approved because Cameron will "reside indefinitely"
- TVNZ: English rejects radical Treasury recommendations 2012-02-02
A briefing from Treasury to Finance Minister Bill English was made public today. | It says to build greater economic resilience, a "wide and ambitious" programme of reform is needed. | A spokesman for Finance Minister Bill English says Treasury's views on all these issues are well known but have been rejected.
- Bemidji Pioneer: Precinct Caucus 101 2012-02-02
Precinct Caucus 101 Tuesday will be a day in Minnesota which most politicos await anxiously. The day marks the time for precinct caucuses involving most political parties. | It is when people most interested in the political process and in electing candidates, discussing public issues and practicing democracy at the grassroots level gather in places around the state to participate in the precinct caucus.
- Gisborne Herald: National debate over farm sales in need of more consistency 2012-02-02
The Green Party co-leader is not just opposed to Chinese interests buying New Zealand farmland. He says demand for productive farmland will only increase and that we need to hold on to our own. If others want to farm our land, they should move here...
- Radio New Zealand: Treasury wants school class sizes to increase 2012-02-02
The briefing says education and welfare present not only the greatest opportunity for reforms to improve economic performance and social outcomes, but also to deliver savings. | It also calls for the reintroduction of interest on student loans and aiming early childhood funding at the poorest families. | Mr English says there is clear evidence that class size does not significantly affect the quality of students' education.
- STV Local: Campaigners hope to break down 'brick wall' to save Leith Waterworld 2012-02-02
A motion to save Leith Waterworld has been tabled for the Full Council meeting today, Thursday giving fresh hope to Splashback campaigners.
- European Voice: No whistling allowed 2012-02-02
Don't have a login yet? | Discover your benefits and register for free now! It only takes a minute. | The debate is now over. | S&D leader wins in first round. | Diana Wallis's husband won't be taking her seat in the European Parliament. | Environment committee votes against allowing €˜now contains X% less' claims on food packaging.
- Monterey County Weekly: Conservative Steve Emerson takes on Delgado for mayor. 2012-02-02
Mr. Right for Marina? Conservative Steve Emerson takes on Delgado for mayor. | Councilmen Ford and Frank O€™Connell are also up for re-election in November. Union organizer Chris Fitz, LandWatch board president and domestic partner to Supervisor Jane Parker, plans to join that race.
- Marin Independent-Journal: Political worlds collide in San Rafael as Tea Party meets Green Party 2012-02-02
Theoretical physicists conjecture that reality may consist of parallel universes existing side by side, and there was supporting evidence in San Rafael on Wednesday when local representatives of the Green Party and the Tea Party exchanged views on the source of the nation's economic woes.
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