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Orange and Black : gets another season

11/14/2013 Nativegrl77

I ~~ just recently heard about the online show from some folks I know online. I did not get the plot line but there were many sides being taken for some of the characters on the show like Piper, Red, Larry, Daya, Vee and more. Then Saturday morning MPH had some of the cast on her show giving me as well as viewers a better idea and glimpse into the world of those on the other side of the plexiglass for women in lock up. The incarcerated and living what looks like … out loud, intense and worrisome for a couple of the inmate’s flows with great comedic flair. However, if you break it down the realities are quite different. Laverne Cox , who is and plays a transgendered female on the show pulls back the curtain on her life as a black man and the liabilities against the juxtaposition of being a transgendered female in lock up no less with all the complications the relationships and the anxiety of living life, let alone in lock up. Yet, it does look like living loving locked up and out loud seems to have gotten this great cast a 2nd Season. So, I am watching MH/ msnbc and find out that the show Orange is the new Black is based on the book and real life story about life in prison for 15 months of and by Piper Kerman ~~ you should get the book too!

I say check it out. I am not sure how it helps get folks who are 50% or more likely to be in lock up in a funny mood … just saying

FYI: this show is from the creator of Weeds on Netflix

The comments above are my own …

All the information below about Orange is the new Black is from the internet!

‘Orange Is The New Black’ Season 2: New Set Photos Released On Facebook

Update: This one just hit Instagram: Back in June, about two weeks before the first season was even released, Netflix announced that it has renewed Orange is the New Black for a second season….

‘Orange Is The New Black’ Season 2 Has Begun Filming

Orange is the New Black continues to capture a great deal of buzz on the Internet nearly three weeks after the launch of the entire first season. Netflix announced that it would produce a second seas…

‘Orange Is The New Black’ Cast Gets New Addition For Season 2

Netflix’s new hit show Orange is the New Black has added a cast member for the second season, and promoted a couple of recurring cast members from the first season to regulars for the second one. …

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Presidential Proclamation — Blind Americans Equality Day, 2012

10/16/2012 Nativegrl77 1 Comment

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Recent disability announcements include the President proclaiming October 15, 2012, as Blind Americans Equality Day, the Department of Labor launching a virtual Workplace Flexibility Toolkit, the Federal Communications Commission putting internet closed captions rules into effect, and the Department of Education awarding $24 million in grant funding to 22 states to improve training systems to help children with disabilities.

Presidential Proclamation — Blind Americans Equality Day, 2012

As business leaders and public advocates, teachers and scientists, musicians and athletes, and in countless other ways, blind and visually impaired Americans have profoundly enriched every part of our national life. Today, we celebrate their innumerable contributions, and we recommit to guaranteeing equal access, equal opportunity, and equal respect for all Americans.

Read the full text of the proclamation at the following link: http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/10/15/presidential-proclamation-blind-americans-equality-day-2012

US Department of Labor launches virtual Workplace Flexibility Toolkit during National Disability Employment Awareness Month

The U.S. Department of Labor has launched its online Workplace Flexibility Toolkit to provide employees, job seekers, employers, policymakers and researchers with information, resources and a unique approach to workplace flexibility. Workplace flexibility policies and practices typically focus on when and where work is done. The toolkit adds a new dimension — an emphasis on flexibility around job tasks and what work is done. Funded by the department’s Office of Disability Employment Policy in partnership with the department’s Women’s Bureau, the toolkit makes more than 170 resources easily accessible

Read more about the toolkit at the following link: http://www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/odep/ODEP20122014.htm#.UHwpRMU712w

Federal Communications Commission Internet Closed Captioning Rules Went Into Effect September 30

Rules requiring distributors of certain Internet video programming to provide closed captioning to assist viewers who are deaf or hard-of-hearing went into effect on September 30. Closed captioning is the visual display of the audio portion of video programming. These Internet closed captioning requirements were implemented pursuant to the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CVAA).

Read more about the new rules at the following link: http://www.fcc.gov/document/internet-closed-captioning-rules-went-effect-september-30

$24 Million in Grants Awarded to 22 States to Improve Training Systems to Help Children with Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Education announced the award of $24 million in grants to 22 states to improve personnel training systems to help children with disabilities. States receiving grants are: Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, Virginia and Wisconsin.

The State Personnel Development Grants Program, authorized by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), provides funds to assist states in reforming and improving their systems for personnel preparation and professional development in early intervention, education and transition services in order to enhance results for children with disabilities.

Read more about the grant awards at the following link: http://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/24-million-grants-awarded-22-states-improve-training-systems-help-children-disab

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Baseball’s Most Marketable, Insights From Russia, Video Games Webinar

03/25/2011 Nativegrl77

Pinstripe Power: Jeter, Rivera Top List of 10 Most Marketable Players in Baseball

As Major League Baseball prepares for the first pitch of the new season March 31, two New York Yankees– Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera-are ranked as the two most marketable players in baseball, according to Nielsen and E-Poll’s N-Score ranking. (full story) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3617707165047c721d70&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

U.S. Console Gaming: The Living Room & Beyond

Today’s video game consoles offer many entertainment options beyond gaming, including Netflix, ESPN3, Pandora, Last.FM and YouTube on some or all platforms. As part of understanding the potential audience for services like these across the entire family, it is important to think about the household location of gaming platforms. (full story) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3517707165047c721d71&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

State of the Consumer: Wellness Watch & Nutrition Buzz

More consumers are online talking about fresh and unprocessed foods when it comes to healthy eating, and a segment of health enthusiasts are setting trends on ingredients and spices. (full story) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3417707165047c721d72&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

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Special Report Consumer 360- Russia

Why Brands that Invest in Distribution Win in Russia

Russia is easing its way out of the global recession, and its economy is exhibiting signs of recovery. In fact, with a large and expanding middle class, a youthful population, and vast natural resources, most observers agree that Russia is poised to experience strong economic growth. (full story) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3217707165047c721d74&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

How to Succeed in Russia

Economic power is clearly moving east. According to the International Monetary Fund, GDP is expected to grow within the BRIC countries 61.3 percent between 2008 and 2012, compared with just 12.8 percent for the G7 nations. Today, global consumption patterns clearly favor developing markets and in Russia, the growth potential is tremendous. (full story ) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3117707165047c721d75&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

Testing the Top 7 Innovation Myths in Russia

Russia is a huge economic powerhouse with significant room to grow. Its growing middle class, high education level and developed technology infrastructure make it ripe for opportunity. But innovation myths about Russia are impacting full growth realization. (full story) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe3017707165047c721d76&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

Webinar

U.S. Gaming: A 360-Degree View

Gaming is more diverse and prominent in the U.S. than ever before, with engagement reaching across the three screens and key consumer demographics. In U.S. Gaming: A 360° View, Nielsen will discuss key findings on the state of the video game industry and its interconnections with other forms of media and entertainment – all from a consumer perspective. (download now) http://cl.exct.net/?ju=fe2e17707165047c721d78&ls=fe031d717664037c75167171&m=fefc1c74716407&l=fe5d15757462067b711d&s=fe241576726c0075751273&jb=ffcf14&t=

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Republicans vote to eliminate net neutrality

02/24/2011 Nativegrl77

By now you may have heard the news: Republicans in the House of Representatives voted last week to block the FCC from enforcing its new net neutrality regulations.

As I’ve said before, these regulations weren’t nearly good enough to ensure that the Internet remains free and open. But they were a step in the right direction. And by voting to eliminate them, House Republicans declared their willingness to let big corporations control the Internet.

We know what this could mean for American consumers — less diversity of viewpoints, less access to independent content through services like Netflix, and higher prices for Internet service.

The good news is that the Senate still has a chance to stop this special interest power play. I’m working as hard as I can to build support for net neutrality in the Senate — but I’m not the only one talking to my colleagues. These corporations have lobbyists of their own, lots of them, and they’re descending upon Capitol Hill en masse.

The only way we’re going to save net neutrality is if ordinary Americans make their voices heard. I’ll update you soon — but for now, please forward this email to your friends and ask them to join our campaign by linking up with me on Twitter or Facebook.

Thanks — and stay tuned.

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Netflix under attack

11/30/2010 Nativegrl77

Tell the FCC: Protect the open Internet!

BREAKING: The New York Times just reported that Comcast is blocking Netflix unless a new fee is paid to Comcast — so Netflix’s price goes up and people use Comcast’s video service instead.

This outrageous abuse of power by Comcast comes on the very week that President Obama’s FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski will announce whether he’ll fulfill Obama’s promise to protect the open Internet and Net Neutrality — which would prevent this type of corporate abuse.

The FCC needs to hear from us now, before the chairman’s big announcement this week.

Sign our message to the FCC: “Don’t let Comcast block Netflix or other online innovators for their own profit! Support the strongest Net Neutrality protections possible — and keep Obama’s promise.” Click here.

Then, please tell your friends. We’ll deliver thousands of messages to the FCC this week. Sign here.

What else could Comcast do if the FCC doesn’t protect Net Neutrality?

Internet providers like Comcast can drive their financial competitors (or political opponents) out of business by charging them more, for no good reason — exactly what’s happening right now.

For instance, Comcast could block or degrade iTunes, which competes with Comcast’s own online music store.

Worse, the FCC will soon decide whether to allow Comcast to buy NBC! Can you imagine what Comcast will do to block customers from getting video from ABC, CBS, and other media outlets? This is way more serious than just movies — the FCC’s decision impacts pretty much everything.

Tell the FCC to stop Comcast’s abuse of power and protect the open Internet. Click here — then pass it on.

Thanks for being a bold progressive,

Jason Rosenbaum, Adam Green, Stephanie Taylor, Forrest Brown, and the PCCC team

P.S. You can read excerpts from the New York Times story on the petition page.