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International Torch Relay May Be Scrapped and well it should April 8, 2008

Filed under: World News — scorchman @ 6:36 pm
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The IOC will consider scrapping the international leg of the Beijing Olympic torch relay as a result of the anti-Chinese protests that have dogged the event. Its path around the globe already has been marked by protests against China’s policies toward Tibet and Sudan. I think China is the worst example of a free society on the planet. I don’t see them changing anything they do for a LONG time if ever. Comments Welcome

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3 Reasons to Welcome a Recession, mmm maybe not! April 6, 2008

Filed under: World News — scorchman @ 10:08 pm
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Recession. It’s a word that strikes fear into the heart of chief executives, economists, and everyday Americans alike. And for good reason — recessions bring job losses, falling stock prices, and general economic gloom and doom. But while almost no one is enthusiastic about the thought of a recession knocking on the front door, there are a few good reasons here…Check it, hope you are doing OK!

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IOC head says Beijing was ”wise choice”… because he’s a moron!

Filed under: World News — scorchman @ 10:05 pm
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The International Olympic Committee has no regrets about its ”wise choice” of Beijing to host the Olympics, its president said on Saturday. Jacques Rogge said the IOC did not see a ”real momentum” towards any…

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Protests greet Olympic torch relay and well they should!

Filed under: World News — scorchman @ 10:04 pm
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China is a harsh country who abuses their own people, always. Celebrities and athletes surrounded by Chinese guards surrounded by police on bicycles surrounded by the media try to play relay with a torch whilst fending off Tibetan protesters.

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State Department urges Americans to be on guard in Beijing March 22, 2008

Filed under: World News — scorchman @ 7:58 pm
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Sounds like a great vacation idea!!! The State Department is advising Americans planning to attend the Olympic Games in Beijing to take care and be mindful that they could be under surveillance…China sounds like it really sucks the big one, duh!

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