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Today’s Tids Issue 3,046

Opening Stuff:

Because there are so many Irish here in Newport RI, they are changing the Zip Code to 0’2840.

No hugging allowed!: Department:

Do pet boa constructors squirm their way to the front door with a smile on the face, tail wagging, when their owner comes home from work?

New Jersey just passed a new law that is sure to be tested In the courts. The law designed to thwart current Tesla operations, bans auto makers from selling direct. Am I missing something or is this a direct assault by a government that would close bridges, on Free Enterprise? The President of the NJ dealers Association says the law is designed to protect customers. When was the last time you talked to a dealer rep who you thought was interested in your protection? This will be interesting.

The Question:

Name the ten top cover-ups of tragedies.

The Headlines:

--Fla Repub David Jolly Victory Over Alex Sink Seen As Big Loss For ObamaCare; Millions Sent In  test Of Latest Fed Takeover.

--Ukraine: EU Approves Framework For Sanctions; G7 Says It Will Not Recognize Crimea Referendum; Nato Flying Planes To Monitor Ukraine.

--China, Ukraine Worries Has Dow Down 50 at 10:45.

-- Malaysian Plane Mystery Head for Cold Case Files; Relatives Of Missing In deep Mourning.

--Diane Feinstein Accuses CIA Of Spying In Congress; Some Say White House Belittles Legislative Branch By Spying Authorization.

--FDA Approves Device That Would Prevent Migraine Headaches.

--NE Pats Drop Leading Pass Catcher Edelman; Lose Best Corner To Denver.

“I love that Guy” – Bob Kraft, Department:

I’m starting to have some real problems with my beloved Pats. They keep trashing my heroes, bowing before the altar of sustainability. I loved watching tough little guys like Julian Edelman, incidentally a real close pal of Tom Brady, who now will be found on the junk pile of former Bob Kraft favorites little tough guy Wes Welker. There was a time 6-10 years ago when free agent players would come to the Pats for a chance for a Super Bowl Championship ring. Now they are learning that sustainability means keeping fans in their seats while almost making it. Is Vince Wilfork next to be trashed? “I love Vince.” – Bob Kraft

If I owned the Pats, I’d get rid of Josh McDaniels.

I could live in a world without the overdone hip phrase “Photobomb”.  Basically it is an activity that condones rudeness.

If I didn’t have feelings for those left behind in the disappearance of the Malaysian plane, I would have written the headline as – Disappearing plane caper deep-sixed.

All the Dem candidates fro Governor around here have as the centerpiece of their plan to reduce the nation’s leading unemployment number – “Jobs Training”. That fits in nicely with their necessary allegiance to Unions, and in this case, teacher unions. But, no candidate (Except Repubs Block and Fung) as usual are addressing the problem, which is a government that makes it hard for Corporations to come here in the first place. I actually believe that in the new age of technology people have to learn new skills or die; that raining is important. But these Dem plans will only create skilled RI’ers who can now go to states where they have good companies with good jobs. RI – “The Emperor Has New Clothes State”.

The ACLU is suing the Providence School System because there are a disproportionately high number of school suspensions of minorities, mainly Hispanics and blacks. Governing by the numbers and projections always misses reality. Maybe the high number of suspensions simply means that the suspended deserved it. ACLU – “The Emperor Has New Clothes” Society

I had to give a little hour talk yesterday about world events. It was pretty easy because most of the people in the audience were smarter than me and continually interrupted to be sure their opinions were heard. I just led them into their own minds. Along the way in my prepping I found that beneath the headlines, the rest of the world didn’t stop being angry for the sake of the Ukraine and the disappearing airplane. Terrorism is spreading and alive and well. The Saudis have a new law condemning the Muslim Brotherhood, with harsh penalties for those found favoring the Islamist extremes. (They are fearful of their Youths fighting in Syria alongside al-Qaida types, coming home to fuel insurrections). In Gaza it was reported there were thousands of armed al-Qaida massing. Uganda sent new troops to Somali to quash an al-Qaida uprising. Libya says it will bomb a North Korea Tanker (Say, what?) which is in an Islamic extremist held port. Israel found 40 long range Iran rockets on a ship. So basically, it is business as usual in the Middle East. Now you understand why Netty  and “O” agreed on nothing last week.

On the bigger Ukraine front, I found that European diplomats believe the foundation for the Russian move against their former state began years ago when 0-Man overlooked the needs of Ukraine in favor of cementing his relationship with Moscow.

Sauces make great meals and are easier than you think to prepare. For instance, take several boneless, skinless chicken thighs and place them in preheated olive oil. Brown chix 2 mins each side. Add 1 tbs flour and make paste with gunk and fat in bottom. Now add ¼ cup sherry, slowly, mixing it with the paste. If you want, you can add a ½ lb sliced mushrooms, Portobello, or your choice. Add 2 tsps minced garlic, and salt and pepper. Cook an additional two mins or so (Chix at 170 degree) to thicken sauce, then stir in 2 tbs heavy cream. Serve. Most sauces can be made like that. I just reduce and add, and reduce and add until it looks edible.

One thing I know for sure about nutrition is that if you have five handfuls of potato chips and a pint of ice cream before going to bed, you feel crappy in the morning.

The Answer:

Number Ten is the defective Bullet Proof Vest. Next is The Mutsu (WWII Japan Ship) Explosion. Then we have 8. The Umm Hajul (US Friendly Fire Deaths) Controversy, 7. Serkadji Prison Killings, 6. Tobacco Industry PR Spin, 5. Suppression of Thalidomide dangers, 4. Hexavalent Chromium Contamination Cover-up (Erin Brockovich), 3. Hillsborough Disaster (Deaths of British Soccer Fans), 2. LAPD Rampart Division Scandal,…and # 1  The Chinese Melamine Scandal. The Nixon White House Has been retired as all time leader.

Well, that’s about it. Enjoy your day.