A_Jive_Soul_Bro's Blog

Over the past few years since I've been fully engaged in the workforce, I have noticed employers soliciting charity contributions to the United Way. Each company seems to establish a goal for the total amount donated by all of their employees. I saw this when I was in retail during college and now see it at my full-time job. My wife was recently sent a solicitation to contribute to the United Way from her employer.

I don't have much of a problem with the whole United Way thing, if my company didn't beat on it so much. What about other charities? I usually donate to charities affecting those who are close to me such as MS, Loopus and Leukemia. I don't have the money to donate to the United Way.

I recently viewed an investigative story by Bryan Polcyn in regards to "bicycle rights" on the road and how many drivers are not "careful enough" when driving beside them. It was an informative story and cited actual statutes providing support that bicyclists do have a "right" to be on the road. At least according to state law.

Despite the laws and statutes, I question the obstruction which these bicyclists are causing. I think many of these people are not using common sense. I often see them driving in the middle of the lane and forcing traffic to slow on a highway which allows drivers to drive 50+ mph. Then drivers try to drive around them, and are in turn taking their lives in their hands by increasing the chance of going head-on with a car heading in the opposite direction. And I'll tell you right now, that if it comes down to me going head-on with a car or running over the bicyclist, I'm doing the latter.

With all of the parks and bike trails available, I don't see the need for a bicyclist to be out on the street with cars. I think bicyclists should be arrested for obstructing traffic.

-ajsb

I recently viewed a story on the 9 o'clock news where the city of Racine was placing cameras on certain streets. The cameras gave the police much more techology wise but I find it to be a violation of our right to privacy and a waste of taxpayer money (50k each). Gary Becker, the mayor, is running the city into the ground.

Recent reports are that Ryan Grant will work out wih the Packers this offseason, but will not report to traning camp until he gets a new contract. Now with Favre gone, they can afford to pay more to players. Should they keep Grant? Or cash in on him at a high and get some picks?

This afternoon, I saw that a barrell of oil surpassed the $100 mark. What a great start to '08!

When will the notion of forgein energy dependency and limited natural resources set in? Not only is oil expensive from a monetary standpoint, but it's also expensive from an environmental standpoint. I have began looking at hybrid cars which are very costly and unaffordable for me at this time. JD Byrider doesn't have any hybrids, but will let me know if they come across one. What are your ideas for being less dependent on oil and more conscience about the environment?

Wow is it amazing how much smoother evacuations in cities go when the individuals of that city are civilized. 500,000 people were evacuated from their homes in San Diego. Unlike New Orleans, 2 years ago, they actually left. But similar to New Orleans, they seeked shelter in the local stadium, Qualcomm Stadium. I have yet to hear any hidious stories and rukus in San Diego that I heard about New Orleans. No shooting at help, looting and little complaining.

I see this as not a race issue, but a class issue. These are 2 different situations that have some similarities. Do you see similarities? Why do you think San Diego is going much smoother?

I am glad to see that 3 of the 4 were found guilty. But guanentee you 4 out of the 4 are racists. Not only was the beating by the off duty officers, but by local jurors who just happened to be all white.

But what might disappoint us is the sentence which they receive. This guilty verdict is only as good as it's punishment. These officers beat up a biracial man for christ's sake. I hope a hate crime is tacked on to the sentence, therefore extending the length of time they do.

Universal health care will be a crucial topic in the '08 election. I believe our next president needs to be fully dedicated and held accountable for implementing a health care program for all individuals of all origins and economic backgrounds. A system must be developed without insurance companies getting in the way to fatten the pockets of lobbists, politicians and rich CEO's.

I can't help but find Ted Perry's editorials arbritrary and pointless. What good is an editorial that does not address anything serious? Last nights (7/16) Ted's Take, Ted rambled on about his love affair with the amputee that wants to run track. How about talking about something relevant?

Then Ted feels bad because the amputee was disqualified for stepping in someone else's lane. These fake limbs could be endangering those around him, which Ted obviously didn't think over.

If there is not going to be any substance to Ted's take, then why put him on there.

That was the most biased report I've seen on local news in some time. Was Nicholas even wearing a helmet??????

He wasn't in the picture that you showed on the news and if he wasn't during the accident he should've been more cautious. I'm not saying he deserved to die, because no one does. However, I'm very suspicious of the report put out there for the benefit of a police chief. One has to believe that this story would've never aired had the "victim" not been the son of a local police chief.

Also rediculous is the introduction of the story, Thomas is advertised as smoking pot and sleeping til noon -like Marvel Thomas really said that in an interview, while Nicholas is an MATC standout. This was bad journalism at it's worst.

To clear up any misunderstandings, I feel sorry for Nicholas, but I find this story is very vendictive and 1 sided. Maybe the finger should be pointed at Nicholas if a helmet was not worn!???

Why is Ned Yost playing Bill Hall in a position, that he's clearly uncofortable with and has been costly when they have Tony Gwyn Jr, who' s a great fielder and likely a good hitter too?

Hall is making costly errors in the field which may be affecting his confidence on offense. It's so obvious Melvin and Yost want to deal Gwyn. I think this would be a bad idea, especially since Yost is consistantly trying to work Grafinino and Counsel in the lineup. Fire Yost!