champeau@agoravox.com http://www.agoravox.com en AGORAVOX - The Citizen Media 2005 AgoraVox teamate champeau@agoravox.com http://www.agoravox.com/ http://www.agoravox.com James Joiner I see more and more as our leaving the cities got closer what I saw as a fact the day the idiot ignored all good advice against attacking Iraq and that is an all out war Sunni against Shiite and don't forget the Kurd's and other sects then (...) ]]> I see more and more as our leaving the cities got closer what I saw as a fact the day the idiot ignored all good advice against attacking Iraq and that is an all out war Sunni against Shiite and don't forget the Kurd's and other sects then spreading throughout the middle east. Iraq got its sovereignty back and a day ahead of time. Now we will see how bad if at all they really want Democracy and equality. They may want Democracy but with Sunni or Shiite dominating and that is the problem that will not go away. More than 6 years after Bush's illegal attack we still have 131,000 troops (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10269 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:56:30 +0200 no PacificGatePost This letter represents our sentiments in wishing to express our gratitude for your and Ms. Pelosi's efforts on our behalf. We thank you, our shareholders thank you, and certainly all of us look forward to contributing to your Presidential (...) ]]> To The Office Of The President Of The United States,
 Dear Mr. Obama

 We are the heads of a few of your largest constituents, including Dow, GE and DuPont. This letter represents our sentiments in wishing to express our gratitude for your and Ms. Pelosi's efforts on our behalf. We thank you, our shareholders thank you, and certainly all of us look forward to contributing to your Presidential Library, once you leave office, if we did not sufficiently contribute already prior to the election.

 We can appreciate that neither yourself nor your dear friends (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10265 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:55:58 +0200 no Liberally Conservative God Bless Karl Malden who came from humble beginnings in Gary, Indiana and demonstrated what hard work could accomplish. He was a member of my church and I remember him when I was a child during Holiday services when he would stand in the (...) ]]> God Bless Karl Malden who came from humble beginnings in Gary, Indiana and demonstrated what hard work could accomplish. He was a member of my church and I remember him when I was a child during Holiday services when he would stand in the balcony with everyone else, no special seating, no privileges. From AP: LOS ANGELES - The family of Karl Malden says the actor who won an Oscar for his role in “A Streetcar Named Desire” has died at age 97. Malden's family informed the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences of his death on Wednesday. Malden served as the academy's (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10274 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:53:10 +0200 no NYFP The maker of automotive seats and interior electronics Lear announced today that it would file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection shortly. The group and its lenders found an agreement on this solution. Lear is the biggest collateral victim of (...) ]]> The maker of automotive seats and interior electronics Lear announced today that it would file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection shortly. The group and its lenders found an agreement on this solution. Lear is the biggest collateral victim of the global decrease of car sales. The group had announced on June 1st that it had used its right to obtain a 30-days delay for the reimbursemrnt of its &38 million debt. According to the group's managers, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection is the fastest and most efficient way to deal with the debt. A group of lenders, holders of (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10266 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:09:47 +0200 no Morocco Times I do not know why each time the figure of Muammar Gaddafi comes into my mind, I remember Haile Selassie, the former and final Emperor of Ethiopia. I, strongly, believe that the two men share a lot of things in common. On the one hand, Jah Haile (...) ]]> I do not know why each time the figure of Muammar Gaddafi comes into my mind, I remember Haile Selassie, the former and final Emperor of Ethiopia. I, strongly, believe that the two men share a lot of things in common. On the one hand, Jah Haile Selassie is considered by Rastas (his followers) to be the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords and incarnation of Jesus Christ. Moreover, some Rastas believe that “Jah Haile Selassie I” who passed away on 27 August 1975, is still alive. Gaddafi, on the other hand, enjoys titles so much; In addition to brother, Colonel, Commander, the (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10267 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:09:07 +0200 no Pete Latona When we contemplate the word freedom, it is usually in the context of political freedom. World history is latent with examples of people rebelling against Royalty, Governments and even Religions to gain their Freedom. Wild animals have been (...) ]]> The need for Freedom seems to be deeply ingrained in the heart of man. World history is latent with battles to attain or preserve freedom. If you don't have it you want it. If you have it you fight anyone who wishes to take it away. The essay examines Freedom and proposes that even in the USA, we are not as free as we imagine. When we contemplate the word freedom, it is usually in the context of political freedom. World history is latent with examples of people rebelling against Royalty, Governments and even Religions to gain their Freedom. Wild animals have been known to die in (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10264 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:08:29 +0200 no Jon Worth There were a few messages on Twitter and a lengthy post from ResEuropa about the prospect of Baroness Shriti Vadera being appointed as the British member of the European Commission this autumn. The story stems from this article in The Times. (...) ]]> There were a few messages on Twitter and a lengthy post from ResEuropa about the prospect of Baroness Shriti Vadera being appointed as the British member of the European Commission this autumn. The story stems from this article in The Times. Firstly, let me set the record straight from the article: “The appointment would require David Cameron to co-operate with one of Mr Brown's most controversial ministers if the Tories win the next election”  - well, yes, but the appointment of the Commissioner is in Brown's hands, so whoever he appoints might have to deal with (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10268 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:06:28 +0200 no Torrance Stephens - All-Mi-T I was really disappointed when the congress passed the recent Carbon Cap-N-Trade Bill. First was that it took me more than two days to read the 1200 plus pages and could only wonder how many carbon gases were released cutting down all them trees (...) ]]> I was really disappointed when the congress passed the recent Carbon Cap-N-Trade Bill. First was that it took me more than two days to read the 1200 plus pages and could only wonder how many carbon gases were released cutting down all them trees and printing all that paper. Second it is supposed to be the first bill created to put a national limit on greenhouse-gas emissions to deal with climate change - which once upon a time was referred to as global warming. The way I read it, as a law, this bill will raise electric rates 90% and 55% for fuel. If my calculations are correct this (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10259 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:57:22 +0200 no NYFP The federal government owns 79.9% of American International Group (AIG). The government's participation was decided during the crisis and was seen as temporary, but AIG's managers announced today that it might remain permanent. The managers (...) ]]> The federal government owns 79.9% of American International Group (AIG). The government's participation was decided during the crisis and was seen as temporary, but AIG's managers announced today that it might remain permanent. The managers declared also that AIG should be able to pay back the public aid it received. $85 billion have been lent to AIG by the federal government, in exchange for a public participation in its share. The total public help also includes the guarantees to allow AIG to honor its contracts. This cost the state $180 billion. AIG lost $99 billion in 2008, because (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10256 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:56:25 +0200 no Jeff Schreiber At a time when common, everyday Americans seem to be losing their voice, the world stage may very well turn to Kevin Skinner, a 'chicken catcher' from rural Kentucky. Former mobile phone salesman Paul Potts introduces himself to the world on (...) ]]> At a time when common, everyday Americans seem to be losing their voice, the world stage may very well turn to Kevin Skinner, a 'chicken catcher' from rural Kentucky. Former mobile phone salesman Paul Potts introduces himself to the world on Britain's Got Talent in 2007. I'm the first one that will tell you that most of the stuff on television is c-r-a-p. My viewing habits consist mainly of news, good movies, selected funny stuff, and Auburn football. Occasional television series such as 24 and Lost have caught my eye as well, but I've never really been a fan of reality television or (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10257 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:55:46 +0200 no Shaun Mullen The first thing that I'm going to note about the pullout this week of U.S. troops from major cities in Iraq is that I don't know exactly what will happen next, but none of it is likely to be good. I do know that this important first step in the (...) ]]> The first thing that I'm going to note about the pullout this week of U.S. troops from major cities in Iraq is that I don't know exactly what will happen next, but none of it is likely to be good. I do know that this important first step in the drawdown of Americans, a process that is supposed to be completed for combat troops by August 31, 2010 and all troops by December 31, 2011, will not hasten political reconciliation now, later or ever, while the unraveling that has been evident since the throat-clearing of the Surge will continue. I do know that the Iraqi army and security forces, (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10258 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:55:08 +0200 no Enigma4ever Many are wondering what happens now in Iran, after 18 days of The People's struggle to demand a Legal Election and that their Votes be counted. At first there was outcry against the results, millions took to the Streets. Then there was the (...) ]]> Many are wondering what happens now in Iran, after 18 days of The People's struggle to demand a Legal Election and that their Votes be counted. At first there was outcry against the results, millions took to the Streets. Then there was the demand for a Recount. Then there was a demand for an Annulment. But yesterday the Guardian Council handed down their decision, that the Election had been "fair", and that 10% of the Votes had been re-examined.And the State TV continues to say that the Vote was fair, and that Ahmadinejead won even more votes. Please do look at the photo from the State TV (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10260 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:54:31 +0200 no Sophie Crossman It is not very often the words ‘Google' and ‘energy-saving' appear in the same sentence. However, in Portugal last week at the industry-leading Next Generation Utilities Summit, over 50 European Utility leaders were presented with the company's (...) ]]> It is not very often the words ‘Google' and ‘energy-saving' appear in the same sentence. However, in Portugal last week at the industry-leading Next Generation Utilities Summit, over 50 European Utility leaders were presented with the company's new venture; Google's ‘PowerMeter'. Utilities, Power, and Energy have the potential to change the way the world operates in today's environment. Saving money and reducing global energy usage is a familiar occurrence in the media, but there is not enough accessible information for the consumer on where to start. Posted paper bills are made up of (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10255 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:52:04 +0200 no Johnny Summerton It's perhaps just one of those everyday stories that illustrates how rigid bureaucracy can sometimes be, and also how rules are applied that seem to fly in the face of common sense. A 79-year-old woman has been served with an injunction by (...) ]]> City authorities slap an injunction on a woman preventing her from putting plants on neglected tombs. It's perhaps just one of those everyday stories that illustrates how rigid bureaucracy can sometimes be, and also how rules are applied that seem to fly in the face of common sense. A 79-year-old woman has been served with an injunction by Parisian authorities to stop her from taking care of unattended graves at one of the capital's most famous cemeteries, Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement. The reason? They're private property and therefore unless they belong to you or your (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10252 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:49:15 +0200 no NYFP The merging of the two German automakers Porsche and Volkswagen has be cancelled today. Porsche owns 51% of Volkswagen, but is going through big difficulties. Volkswagen offered to buy 49.9% of Porsche's share, but the luxury automaker refused. (...) ]]> The merging of the two German automakers Porsche and Volkswagen has be cancelled today. Porsche owns 51% of Volkswagen, but is going through big difficulties. Volkswagen offered to buy 49.9% of Porsche's share, but the luxury automaker refused. There are two main reasons in this refusal. Porsche has a big debt, but does not look ready to abandon its independeance to deal with it. This debt is mainly due to the redemption of the 51% of Volkswagen. The two cousins Mister Piech and Mister Porsche, are opposed on the solution. Mister Piech is in favor of a merging between the two automakers, (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10248 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:48:30 +0200 no Kori Today Ecojustice released Flushing Out the Truth, a report highlighting the tens of billions of litres of untreated sewage that are knowingly allowed to flow into the Great Lakes each year because of the province's inadequate sewage system. (...) ]]> Today Ecojustice released Flushing Out the Truth, a report highlighting the tens of billions of litres of untreated sewage that are knowingly allowed to flow into the Great Lakes each year because of the province's inadequate sewage system. Much of the untreated waste made its way into water bodies through sewage bypasses — diversions which carry excess sewage to lakes or rivers when treatment plants are over capacity or have technical problems. Added to that are combined sewage overflows, which occur in older systems where stormwater and sewage from sinks, toilets and drains gush (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10249 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:47:20 +0200 no Johnny Summerton It's that time of year again; the one many of us probably remember with somewhat less fondness than other childhood events - end of school, examinations and the results. Here in France around 331,000 students have been taking their baccalauréat, (...) ]]> It's that time of year again; the one many of us probably remember with somewhat less fondness than other childhood events - end of school, examinations and the results. Here in France around 331,000 students have been taking their baccalauréat, more "affectionately" and popularly known as the bac, generally viewed as the passport for entry into the country's higher education system. Spare a thought though in particular for one 18-year-old from the southern French city of Toulouse, who has gone through an experience with which many, who have "been there, done that" can probably (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10247 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:45:52 +0200 no James Joiner I am sorry Michael Jackson Died but let's get on with dealing with the world today! Fans moonwalk, hold worldwide vigils for Jackson Remember the Climate Bill? It barely passed the house but I don't know about the Senate. House Passes Climate (...) ]]> I am sorry Michael Jackson Died but let's get on with dealing with the world today! Fans moonwalk, hold worldwide vigils for Jackson Remember the Climate Bill? It barely passed the house but I don't know about the Senate. House Passes Climate Bill I have always enjoyed his music and his moves. The guy was quite good but lets face it the guy was a screw ball. Since he died everything is Michael Jackson 24 hours a day. The real issues are starting to get a little time on the air again but Jackson mania has pushed out everything important to our future. He had so many nose jobs he (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10240 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:06:10 +0200 no NYFP The American automaker Ford, announced that it would use the $5.9 billion received from this week from the government to increase its production. Car sales are starting to get bigger, and so is Ford's market share in the sector. The help (...) ]]> The American automaker Ford, announced that it would use the $5.9 billion received from this week from the government to increase its production. Car sales are starting to get bigger, and so is Ford's market share in the sector. The help provided by the government had a clear goal : to finance investment. It corresponds to what the automaker expected. Ford is the only member of the "Big Three" not to have gone to bankruptcy. It is still expecting to be profitable again in 2011. According to the group's managers, none plan to decrease the debt is studied. In 2008, Ford lost $14.7 (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10238 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:04:23 +0200 no Michael J. Totten The protests in Iran have subsided because of regime violence. Despite that, some people are willing to take the risk of demonstrating. Here is footage of the latest protest from Raye man kojast? Where is my (...) ]]> The protests in Iran have subsided because of regime violence. Despite that, some people are willing to take the risk of demonstrating. Here is footage of the latest protest from Raye man kojast? Where is my vote?. http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10239 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:02:51 +0200 no Johnny Summerton It was of course the major story leading the news here in France on Friday; the death of US pop singer, Michael Jackson. And journalists took every opportunity to pose the inevitable question (in slightly differing formats) to all their (...) ]]> French finance minister, Christine Lagarde, has no difficult expressing her personal indifference to news of the death of Michael Jackson. It was of course the major story leading the news here in France on Friday; the death of US pop singer, Michael Jackson. And journalists took every opportunity to pose the inevitable question (in slightly differing formats) to all their pre-invited guests, no matter what their background. "How do you feel about the death of Michael Jackson?" Or the variant "Has the news of his death touched you in any way?" It was the latter of the two that (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10237 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:35:07 +0200 no James Joiner The Basij, the Young women, the Geeks the Mullah's are shaping the new face of Iran! Iran will never be the same! For the last two days I have been working on a story for this morning about the Basij and the rapidly changing Dynamics on what is (...) ]]> The Basij, the Young women, the Geeks the Mullah's are shaping the new face of Iran! Iran will never be the same! For the last two days I have been working on a story for this morning about the Basij and the rapidly changing Dynamics on what is some kind of a Revolution happening in Iraq. I just heard something that has to start this off. I am listening to CNN and I just saw a video of a very provocatively dressed woman in High heels and a tight slit on the side dress walking down a street in Tehran. A man driving by rolled down his window and said Lady has the Revolution already (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10228 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:22:51 +0200 no BD I agree with this company, why on earth should the vaccines be free? Say I am a shareholder of GSK and Novartis (which I am not, btw), and I have invested my money in its stock. Why are you expecting ME to fund the vaccines? What's the (...) ]]> I agree with this company, why on earth should the vaccines be free? Say I am a shareholder of GSK and Novartis (which I am not, btw), and I have invested my money in its stock. Why are you expecting ME to fund the vaccines? What's the solidarity in that? If my returns are lower, do you think anybody will be willing to top up my pension? in solidarity? I dont think so. I quote: Novartis, the Swiss pharmaceuticals group, defied the World Health Organisation and some of its corporate peers by ruling out a donation to the poor of vaccines to counter the latest flu pandemic, and saying (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10235 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:15:42 +0200 no Pete Latona William Jeffrey had just received some very bad news. He slumped forward in his chair with his elbows resting on his knees, head bowed, feet like lead weights and cold sweat signaling the waves of nausea had begun. He fought the fog rolling into (...) ]]> The healthcare debate is once again alive and well in the Land of the Free. (As long as you don't mean free healthcare.) The healthcare industry is amassing their vast resources and placing their paid mercenaries at the gates to their vaults. Woe to anyone who tries to break in. William Jeffrey had just received some very bad news. He slumped forward in his chair with his elbows resting on his knees, head bowed, feet like lead weights and cold sweat signaling the waves of nausea had begun. He fought the fog rolling into his brain, pulled him self erect and with his entire strength (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10223 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:49:57 +0200 no Johnny Summerton Well it's certainly not in the village pond. That has been drained and the only beast of any notable variety found was a 94-centimetre pike. You might remember the story (here) from last week; a crocodile on the loose in the village of Xertigny (...) ]]> An update on the crocodile "on the loose" in the eastern French village of Xertigny - It's still at large. Well it's certainly not in the village pond. That has been drained and the only beast of any notable variety found was a 94-centimetre pike. You might remember the story (here) from last week; a crocodile on the loose in the village of Xertigny in eastern France. Its two-hectare large pond has been the site of more-than-usual activity for the past week or so, ever since several local people stepped forward to say that they had seen a croc - reported to be about 1.5 metres in (...) http://www.agoravox.com/article.php3?id_article=10227 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:49:32 +0200 no