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Jay Zhu December 21, 2016 October 6, 2017
So Proudly We Hailed
It was 1987. My dad arrived at the airport early, and stood waiting at the gate. A year had passed since he had last seen my mom. A year since he had borrowed just enough from a friend to pay for his one-way flight out of China. And a year since he had said goodbye to his new family—just a month after my birth—to start school in the United States. Now, after his first year in the U.S., he had managed to save up enough to not only pay back his original flight, but to also fly my mom and me to join him.
He stood waiting as strangers filed past, one by one. And as the plane began to empty, he could feel the knot in his stomach tightening. He had planned out all the details over the phone with my mom weeks in advance. Long distance phone calls were expensive in 1987. Personal cell phones were still a decade away. And my mom didn't speak a word of English.
My dad had sent hand-written signs to my mom in China with instructions on how to use them during her trip. "Can you help me find my connecting flight," one sign read in English. Then in Chinese: use this if you get lost trying to make your connection. There was a sign for finding a bathroom. A sign to ask for water when thirsty. And a sign to apologize when I needed a diaper change. Altogether, about a dozen signs were packaged neatly and sent to my mom prior to her intercontinental journey. It was her first time flying.
As the last passengers filtered out of the jet bridge, my dad had to subdue his panic. Did she board the right flight? Where could they be? Are they okay? And just as fear began to flood his chest, my mom's tiny frame slid into view with my one-year-old self tucked in her arm. She would later explain that she had intentionally waited for everyone else to exit before attempting to juggle an infant and all her belongings. We had arrived safely.
It was my first day in America.
I was raised in a home of immigrants. In many ways, it was a typical Chinese American home, if there can even be such a thing. As a kid, home meant family outings to the lake and game nights in the living room. It also involved absorbing my dad's lessons on atomic particles, and visiting Harvard during a family road trip—all before I had finished the third grade. But primarily, it was where I could be myself. Where I could scream and jump and explore, always knowing that the primary forces to reel me in, even if not so gently, were ones that had fully embraced the challenges of my existence.
My parents raised me on a father's graduate student stipend and a mother's minimum wage from waiting tables and cleaning homes. Like most parents, they wanted more for their children than they ever had for themselves. And as immigrants, they pushed me—steadied me—as I inched my way along a tightrope suspended between the cultural norms of my family's past and an American dream that stretched beyond them. I think they always knew that with every step of my journey, I would be covering a certain distance that could not be walked back. It's a distance spanning a chasm not of love, but of cultural and generational transformation—paid for in recurring increments of assimilation. Yet even before I could understand it, my parents were pushing me down this path, intentionally nudging me further away from the life and culture they had come to embody. Perhaps they thought that by doing so, I could become more American.
Both my parents were part of a generation that lived through China's Cultural Revolution and then competed in ruthless entry exams to gain acceptance to college after Chinese universities re-opened in the 1970s. My dad would tell me stories of filling a metal basin full of ice water, sitting in it to stay awake, and studying for China's college entrance exams late into the night after all his farm chores were finished. My mom earned her degree in mechanical engineering before coming to the U.S. and working odd jobs to support my dad through graduate school. It was a desperate determination that drove them to America in pursuit of a brighter future. A determination to provide better for themselves, but more so for their children.
By any measure, I had a very happy childhood. My parents were amazingly resourceful in finding me opportunities to exercise my curiosity, to explore freely the world around me without much in the way of want. Even though they must have often felt out of place, they worked to make sure my brother and I had a home in America—that we would belong. And that we would not inherit the perception of being foreign that they often shouldered. It must be a harsh realization for parents—to find that so much of the rich cultural inheritance they hoped to someday leave behind would either be lost in translation or intentionally scrapped. Yet they did their best to adjust, improvising as they went, to create an American home from an adapted Chinese framework.
One weekend when I was in first grade, my parents came home from the grocery store and told me they were changing my name.
What do you think of "Jay?"
Um, It's okay, I guess.
So it was decided. Until then, my name was Jie, which was pronounced "GEE-ye," but often mispronounced to rhyme with "lie." Jie is the phonetic translation (or Pinyin) for my name in Chinese: 捷—which means victory, or triumph. My parents must have figured Jay could yield some amount of American integration through its monosyllabic convenience. It was friendly phonetics at the expense of meaning and origin—a cross-cultural contract chartered with the knowledge that when a child's future is in play, any price is a bargain. So I started writing Jay on all my school assignments. And for a while, it felt like a doppelgänger was completing my work. Then after some time and without knowing it, I was Jay. I am Jay.
I was Jie. Now, only my mom still calls me that.
I speak Mandarin at home with my parents. My mom always insisted on it more than my dad. During three separate times in my life, I have also learned to read and write in Chinese. But this I managed to consistently unlearn with alarming alacrity. Twice in elementary school, my mom guided me through a set of textbooks she had brought with her from China. After repeatedly allowing my Chinese to atrophy through disuse, I was sent to the pros: Chinese school. So in middle school I learned yet again to write essays and pass vocabulary exams. Unfortunately, my early adolescent apathy knew no bounds and after a couple years, my mom realized I had no real interest. She conceded the fight, I withdrew from Chinese school, and I forgot how to read and write one last time. Well, at least you can speak a bit, she would say.
Years later, I happened upon my mom looking through the cards and letters she had kept from my late grandparents. My father had beautiful handwriting, she admired as she flipped over one of his letters, the characters flowing across a thin sheet of paper. While the penmanship stood out to my untrained eye, the words sat silently on the page. You know, I didn't see your grandpa for 8 years after we came to America. And then I only saw him the one time we visited China before he died. I offered her a smile and a gentle nod, trying to show that I somehow understood. She patted me on the shoulder and put the letters away.
Sometimes the cultural split between my parents and I remained a subtle, and mutually understood phenomenon. Other times, however, it seemed to be driven open by a violent wedge of our own actions. I was certainly not immune to the adolescent angst that plagues many teenagers and I often fought with my parents during high school. One of our worst episodes came after my dad learned that I was attending a homecoming dance during a period in which I was also studying for the PSAT. As he questioned how seriously I was taking my future, and insisted that I stay home, tempers began to flare. I remember sitting on the stairs just above our living space and feeling my heart circulating an audible fire through my head. As my dad shouted from an office chair below me, I barked back that he could ruin his own life, but to spare me his workaholic brand of misery. I affirmed that my only goal was to be nothing like him, PSAT be damned.
I went to homecoming the next day.
The day after that, my mom sat me down and offered an apology I did not deserve. You see, she deliberated on each word, we never had the opportunity to attend a dance, to wear a flower, to pin a boutonniere. But we would never want you to miss out, Jie. Then after a quiet pause she said she always knew I would be nothing like them. She had long ago accepted this. And so had my dad. But I had to understand something as well. That my father worked tirelessly to afford me this opportunity—to be nothing like him. He's not perfect, Jay. But you can never say those things you said. Not to him. He loves you too much.
My parents will never speak English without a Chinese accent. They learned the words to the American pledge of allegiance when they first became U.S. citizens—but have since forgotten most of them. And they have never attended a high school dance. Yet, they made doubly sure that I could do all of these things, all while decidedly defining what being American means to me. It is not a color, a flag, or a feeling. It's our home, broken and beautiful. The same one in which we learned to run and jump and explore. Where in moments of weakness, we can cut down those with whom we share our lives. But where we can also learn to embrace the challenges provided by our diverse histories.
I used to view my family's story as one of Chinese immigrants who came to America. But in the setting of our current political landscape, I feel the need to reframe this narrative. My family is American. We are immigrants with a proud Chinese heritage. And we are not guests. My parents showed me that we can embody these two identities boldly and completely—that one does not detract from the other—and that neither should ever require an apology.
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23 replies on "So Proudly We Hailed"
Khen Chuong says:
Beautifully written and well spoken.
Thanks Khen! I think the immigrant story is one that clearly pervades America, but is somehow still considered "less" American, unlike being captain of the football team, or being the the prom queen. In many ways, being Asian is still so often viewed as "less" and "other" American, and this is something we are looking to face head on as a group of contributors to MillennialAsian
Sheila Su says:
So touching! And I think so highly of your parents!
Sabrina Liao says:
wow, powerful story, jay
Thanks, Sabrina. I enjoyed sharing it, and glad you enjoyed reading! Good to hear from you!
My favorite physician writer. Love your stories and the rich way you describe them.
Haha, favorite physician writer seems a title I'm utterly unworthy of. How about favorite friend writer? Perhaps much more reasonable, although I know you have some brilliant friends. ❤ always good hearing from you, Jo!
Doug Wood says:
Jay, this is an inspiring and beautifully written message. You are fortunate to have parents who have worked so hard to give you opportunities they didn't have. You are rightly proud of them, and should also be proud of yourself, for combining two cultures with respect and strength. I am happy to know this part of your story and hope to meet your parents one day.
Matthew Bartek says:
Jay (Jie)—
Thank you for sharing. Well written and insightful as well. For better or worse, the underlying questions that you raise about "American-ness" have resurfaced with a dark tone in the past year—in the US and around the world. Xenophobia seems to be at its zenith since from when I can remember. In the midst of this "fear of the other", your story and that of your parents strike me as quintessentially American (as you basically point out).
The struggle, the dual identity, the very question of which culture and society best define you, seems to part of what being American is. These are lessons we learned in grade school, and yet they are still debated on a national stage—"America as a mixing pot, not a melting pot", "Nationalism vs. patriotism", the US struggle for independence, America as a safe haven for the oppressed—the list goes on and on and includes the writing from our Founding Fathers and national leaders throughout the entirety of this country's existence.
You said in your last paragraph: "I feel the need to reframe this narrative. My family is American." I agree, you and your parents and your family have proven it. Perhaps the American-born, those whose views and desires weren't tested in the same way (that includes me) are the ones who should be writing about proving their American-ness?
If everyone had to critically re-examine their American-ness and what that meant… wouldn't that be something? You do wonder how much of the overarching nationalism is perhaps a product of a cold war era that fueled a need for certain propaganda in order to ready hearts for war. What would be the effect if the darker and more fair history of America was taught? I have a friend from Germany who when he arrived here was stunned by how nationalistic we were as a society. Of course, he comes from a country that is all too aware of the dangers of unbridled nationalism. But America has positioned itself in good ways and bad as a world superpower, through a history that is littered with amazing achievements and terrible acts. This re-examination of patriotism is definitely an interesting conversation, and I hope we aren't forced to have it during some revived cold (or hot) war.
Alice Mao says:
Love this. You always write so eloquently, Jay! The homecoming anecdote made me tear up a bit. Thanks for sharing such an important narrative.
Thanks, and great to hear from you Alice! As you alluded to, I think that many immigrant families share a common experience that isn't always captured in media. And as a result, many immigrant children grow up consciously and subconsciously feeling "less" American. It took me a while to even recognize this, much less confront it. And clearly, I still grapple with it. But we're hoping MillennialAsian can provide a forum in which these narratives and discussions can be on the forefront. I recall that you write as well? If you are interested, we are definitely looking for guest editorials/columns– and a fun peer review process aimed at making all parties better writers! Hit me up if you are interested =)
syntheteontheloose says:
yeah, get the Mao in the mix!
blueberrymuffins7 says:
"It's a distance spanning a chasm not of love, but of cultural and generational transformation—paid for in recurring increments of assimilation."
Snaps.
This piece is beautiful Jay. Always appreciated your writing. The prom anecdote made me tear up a bit. Thanks for sharing such an important narrative.
Grace Amadi says:
This was wonderful. Thanks for giving voice to a story and feelings that are common and yet unspoken.
Thanks for your kind encouragement, Grace! I think its more important than ever to build community and make our voices heard. How's residency treating you?
Adam S. says:
Rad narrative, Jay. Although your main point was about the immigrant experience, your writing also provoked thoughts about parenting. I was struck by the irony of your parents giving you opportunities that would help build a strong future but would also inevitably lead you to be "nothing like [them]" in some respects. That is really selfless love. I'm going to soak on that for a while.
I also agree with what Matt Bartek said – that your parents' story is quintessentially American. From my own little bubble, it seems strange that the immigrant experience could ever be considered un- or less- American, but I guess there are still some ignorant people out there who feel that way, odd as it might be. I have been fortunate to be close to people like you, my mom, Minky, Anjan, Aryan, Vishal, Kush, Khai, etc – all the children of immigrants who have blessed my life. To me it just seems normal!
I have the utmost respect for people like your parents who have made such dramatic changes in their lives, moving to a country with a different culture and language, not knowing exactly how it would turn out but willing to take the leap and determined to succeed. Gosh, I had a hard enough time moving from California to Texas! I'm a wuss compared to them!
Your writing style is also totally awesome. It was very enjoyable to read. Good job, man.
Man, thanks for the incredibly thoughtful feedback. When you rattled off that list of some of our friends, it kind of stopped me in my tracks because 1) I had to count my blessings in realizing how many amazing people I've gotten to know 2) Holy Shit, the breadth of histories we encompass. Nowhere in the world can you grow up like that, except in America, right? I know we often (rightfully so) are critical of unbridled American exceptionalism, but if there is one thing that makes us exceptional it's this diversity of thought and experience.
And you hit the nail on the head. It has taken me too long to realize the painful irony of first generation immigrants being pulled apart in by very social "successes" they had come to America to achieve. But hopefully the realization activates people to lend their voices to this dialogue. Always cherish your support, brother.
Carlos Pellegrini says:
What a wonderful piece! Thank you for opening your life and for sharing your feelings with us…and while many feel that this is a story about immigration, (comments above) I see it as a story of love. The incredible and unique love that parents have for their children expressed by your mother's acknowledgement that she and your father "understand you will never be like them". I think this is because they believe that the more you act and the more speak like those who surround you, the better you will "assimilate" and the more doors will be opened to you. They are prepared to give up the dream of their life (passing on their culture to you) if that gets on the way to your happiness. That is their love for you.
Well, as an immigrant myself, I have a proposition to make. You said your mom has "accepted" now that you will not speak Mandarin again. I invite you to disappoint her (again). I invite you to re-learn Mandarin (it is deeply buried somewhere in your brain, but it is there, I guarantee it) and, more importantly, I invite you to learn and embrace Chinese culture and surprise your parents (and yourself, and your friends). You will not be less of an American if you do that, you will, instead, be a richer human being, one that can communicate with another billion people not only because you can express yourself in their language and not only because you can understand the words they speak, but because you can glean from what they say the "why" the "purpose" and the "meaning" as only someone who understands their culture can do. This will make you a better physician, a better surgeon, a better writer and a better person. And…I think it will bring joy and pride (yes, pride) to a pair of well deserving parents.
Daniel Chang says:
Thanks for sharing this amazing reflection Jay. A couple thoughts I had in response: (1) I think it's a blessing that you have a mom with the empathy and wisdom to help you navigate through some of the growing pains of being Asian-American; someone who is able to validate your desires and feelings while also educating you about the culture that supports you but you also find yourself at odds with (as exemplified by her interactions with you the day after homecoming). (2) I'm inspired by how you've moved beyond the angst of being at cultural odds with your parents (an area I admittedly still find myself in at times) and put a considerable amount of time, energy, and research into understanding the history, values, and drives of your parents. I imagine having that information is invaluable for not only grounding your identity but also understanding and loving your parents at a deeper level.
Thanks again for sharing your story. I'll be thinking about the last paragraph for awhile.
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vpodd says:
Beautifully written, Jay.
John M. Clark says:
Thank you for a beautiful essay. In a world drowning in information, that worships at the altar of technology, that values material wealth over all else what your essay reaffirms to me is the universality of sacrifice and love. As an "old fashioned" 56-year-old pulmonologist I continue to believe that the art of medicine requires that we know our patient's stories. It is also wise to learn our colleague's stories because in so doing we are inspired, humbled and enriched. Thank you so much for sharing yours.
Have you read "My Own Country: A Doctor's Story" by Abraham Verghese? Dr. Verghese, like you, is a wise man, and like you, the basis of much of his wisdom is the immigrant experience. I am not an immigrant, but I am a thankful American, and a proud American – proud not because I was "born here", but because I live in a country that, with some unfortunate exceptions, continues to value and celebrate diversity and welcomes those who come seeking a better life.


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The Geraldton GuardianRegional WAMidwest Times
Carr gives moving speech about her journey from being a victim of abuse to becoming an elected MP
Phoebe PinGeraldton Guardian
Fri, 4 June 2021 10:44AM
Camera IconSandra Carr MLC at Geraldton Port. Credit: Geoff Vivian The Geraldton Guardian
While she may describe herself as "exceptionally average", Member for the Agricultural Region Sandra Carr has shared the powerful story of how she overcame domestic abuse, sexual violence and mental illness to become an advocate for those without a voice.
Delivering her inaugural speech in Parliament on Tuesday, the Kalgoorlie-Boulder-born, Geraldton-based Ms Carr laid bare the details of "self-destructive choices" which stemmed from being the victim of sexual violence in her late teens.
"As one whose sense of self-worth was minimal throughout my younger and early parenting years, I found myself in a series of abusive relationships and experienced family and domestic violence," she said. "It was only upon extricating myself from the situations of family and domestic violence that I succumbed to panic attacks, anxiety and depression, and so began the long journey of addressing the mental health impacts upon not only myself, but also my children.
"I still do not fully comprehend the complexity of my thinking that caused me to be in such a position, yet I can say with absolute certainty that those who find themselves in such predicaments need your absolute compassion, understanding and support."
I have held numerous leadership roles and positions, along with gaining a renewed sense of self and a vehement belief in the power of education to transform lives.
After several failed attempts to complete degrees in fine arts, sports sciences, philosophy, politics and law, Ms Carr said she finally received teaching qualifications.
"I met my son's father and completed a Bachelor of Arts, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Education, and these important steps allowed me to redesign my life path and that of my children," she said.
Her life experiences have resulted in Ms Carr having an intimate understanding of the concerns of domestic violence survivors, single parents, people working in the education industry, and those affected by mental illness.
Ms Carr pointed to an incident which led to a Yamatji woman — whom she referred only to as JC for cultural reasons — being shot dead in Geraldton after her family called the police as an example of the need to address the high rates of imprisonment of people "self-medicating" because of mental health issues.
"(JC's family) were seeking assistance in transferring her to hospital, as she was — as her family described—'experiencing difficulty' after being released from prison," she said.
"This tragic outcome points to an urgent need to examine this problem and how we might best adopt a significant paradigm shift to support those in our community who are suffering and those who are self-medicating."
Ms Carr said her "intelligent" and "kind-hearted" brother's experience with a long-undiagnosed mental health condition highlighted the need for better support for men.
"The trauma of attempting to access timely assistance at the peak of my brother's most recent episode remains with me," she said.
"The inability to access immediate support left my family helpless and feeling that my brother's death would likely come before assistance.
Camera IconMember for Agricultural Sandra Carr presenting her inaugural speech to Parliament. Credit: Picture: Parliament of WA
"I am relieved to share here today that he was finally able to access the support of mental health professionals and, along with his own willingness to participate in his recovery, is now part of a support system that has him well and truly on the path to recovery."
Ms Carr paid tribute to her "classic Aussie battler" parents, who named her after a blonde-haired neighbour whom her mother admired.
Elected from the "extraordinarily unlikely" position of third on the ALP's ticket, the Geraldton high school English teacher said she would not let her "mediocrity" prevent her representing her electorate.
"I do not hesitate to acknowledge that this exceptionally average person is here teetering upon the shoulders of giants," she said.
"Given this and the great depth of knowledge, skill and experience around me, both in this place and the (Legislative Assembly), the temptation to surrender to imposter syndrome is significant.
"Yet I work to remind myself that governments should be at their core representative, and the fact that I bring my mediocrity with me has fundamental value."
Ms Carr also shared her thoughts on electoral reform, climate change, mobile coverage and internet connectivity in regional WA, housing shortages and hydrogen production.
In all areas, Ms Carr said she would endeavour to be an advocate for regional WA.
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Strong women, big mountains
Celebrate the Adirondacks' feminine side by diving into the history of women in the Adirondacks, from heiresses to Olympians.
Hiking with Grace
For many hikers, climbing the 46 Adirondack High Peaks is the pinnacle of achievement. After summiting your 46th Peak, you've crossed bogs, battled black flies, navigated unmarked trails, and witnessed incredible nature in its purest form. Not to mention, put a few miles on your hiking boots. Becoming a 46er might signal the end of the journey, but for Grace Hudowalski, this was only the beginning. The Adirondack High Peaks have as much cultural history as they do natural. Grace's dedication to the peaks and valleys and everything in between (including the people) was, simply, unmatched. Remember: "it is not important whether you make the summit; it is important how you make the climb."
From the Adirondacks to Olympics and back
Andrea Kilbourne-Hill was born and raised in Saranac Lake, and is now doing the same with her own family. But between those bookends, Kilbourne-Hill has earned a degree from Princeton and a silver medal in Olympic women's hockey. And while that may seem like a lot for a small-town kid, she is really just getting started. Kilbourne-Hill is now back in her hometown, teaching fourth grade. She said her decision to come back to the Adirondacks was driven by not only her love of the place, but also by a curiosity of what it's like to raise a family here.
Conquering Debar
As I approached the Debar Mountain lean-to and stared up at the peak, it became clear to me that I wouldn't make it before dark. I sat down and contemplated my next move. Had I really come all this way just to turn around now, less than a mile from the summit? It was hard to accept the reality of the day, but I decided to head back down on the condition that I would return within the month and finish what I started. I thought about my plan for the second attempt. I decided that I'd ski in from the trailhead instead of snowshoeing the entire way. I figured this would save me some precious time, and the first mile or two was relatively flat and ideal for skiing. I'd also start earlier -- much earlier.
Forward out of Darkness
Adirondack women have special ties to the suffrage movement, particularly in one noted suffragette. A few years ago I learned of Inez Milholland Boissevain, a woman who had some roots in this region. When I learned of Inez, it was the 100-year anniversary of the Women's Suffrage Parade of 1913. Inez was a key participant in the 1913 parade that took place on the day of President Woodrow Wilson's inauguration. Over 8,000 suffragettes descended upon Washington D.C. to march for their cause. They were received rather poorly by the male-dominated crowd. Reports say that spitting and stone throwing were offered as a welcome.
Crafted by Hand, with Love
The Adirondacks has a long, amazing history of luring and inspiring artists, as well as being home to some truly independent, awesomely cool women. One of those women, a talented artist and key part of the area's artistic community is Cheri Cross, whose studio is located at the Jay Craft Center, which she runs with her business partner. Cheri is a potter and the sunny craft center — centrally located in Jay near the four corners — is filled with finely crafted art from throughout the Adirondacks, and numerous examples of Cheri's work, which takes inspiration from the bountiful natural beauty of the Adirondack landscape.
Great Camps, Greater Women
The story of the Great Camps of the Adirondacks is often told in relation to men: the men who built them, bought, and sold them. One story frequently told is that of W.W. Durant, who built the first Great Camps in the Adirondacks, several of which still stand today. Durant built Great Camp Sagamore, Camp Uncas, and others. He pioneered what is known as the Great Camp style and his legacy and telling his story in relation to the Adirondacks is important. But this story is not about him. Rather, in honor of International Women's Day, and the generations of women who have been a part of Adirondack history in ways large and small, this story is about three of the women who lived in, cared for, and deeply loved two classic Adirondack Great Camps, women who deserve a bit more attention not just one day, but all year long.
For prospective athletes, growing up in the shadows of Olympic venues, in a town famous for Miracles, can be scary. But also inspirational. Nina Lussi, a Lake Placid native, has been on skis since a very young age. No stranger to the thrills of going fast or hitting jumps, she has made a name for herself on the ski jumping world stage. To celebrate International Women's Day, we recently had the chance to chat with Nina about ski jumping and her experiences around the world.
An ADK Badass
Maybe it was claiming the "Push-up Champion" title in fourth grade, or maybe it was riding a 10-speed bike with flat tires from Ames at age 16 in her first triathlon, or maybe it's because of what her classmates at Ogdensburg Free Academy named her in her senior year - "Class Crazy" – whatever it was that inspired Amy Farrell to be a badass, it worked. Farrell, who lives in Tupper Lake with her husband Kevin, daughter Ruby, and "Faust Pack" of dogs (a team of four dogs who run all over Tupper Lake with her and got their team name from the motel in town that Farrell and her family used to own – the Faust Motel) claimed a title she has been after for many years – 2015 Ironman Lake Placid women's overall winner.


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One Down, Three More to Go: Warriors Take Game 1
Photo by Erza Shaw/NBA
We expected a great game but had no idea it would be an overtime thriller. Game 1 of the NBA Finals was everything we predicted it would be. Last night's ratings were the highest for a Game 1 ever on ABC's network since picking up the coverage 13 years ago. Up 24 percent from last year's Miami Heat-San Antonio Spurs series, Game 1 was a huge success for the NBA.
MVP Stephen Curry showed up NBA's best LeBron James, and the Warriors beat the Cavaliers 108-100 in OT. James scored 44 points in 46 minutes and that wasn't enough against Curry and his teammates, who performed excellent defense in the final minutes. Cleveland went almost scoreless in overtime as Golden State went on a 10-0 run.
"It was a classic five minutes we needed to get that win," said Curry of the overtime.
James missed a long jump shot at the end of regulation and the Cavs missed their first eight shots to start OT, giving the Warriors the break they needed while battling a close game. Golden State trailed early by 14, but tied the game late in the second quarter. Klay Thompson was cleared to play after a suffering a mild concussion last series against the Houston Rockets.
"That's what we've been doing the whole year," Thompson said. "Wearing teams down."
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Thompson hadn't been much a factor in previous playoff games but looked back to his regular season form Thursday night, finishing with 21 points. The Warriors got a collective effort from everyone; especially Draymond Green who played with five fouls and avoiding a 6th to help his team get the victory. Green had 12 points and six rebounds.
Cleveland's reserves took an additional day off as JR Smith was the only player off the bench in double figures and he went 3-for-13 from the field. The Cavs also lost point guard Kyrie Irving in overtime when he went down after getting tangled up with Thompson. He re-injured his left knee, which has given him problems throughout the playoffs. Irving did walk off the court back to the locker room on is own, but looked to be in much pain. There's a possibility he may be done for the series.
"That's a tough blow to our team," said James.
"It didn't feel right, different from what I've been experiencing," said Irving. "Last time (vs. Atlanta) was a quick pinch. This time it was a little different from the last time. All I know the body works in mysterious ways, you can see in the tone of my voice, I'm a little worried."
Irving blocked Curry's layup with 24 seconds left in regulation. James then missed at the other end forcing another five minutes of play. Curry made four free throws before Harrison Barnes made a three from the corner making it 105-98. Cleveland had nothing left in the tank.
The fans at Oracle erupted in the end and rightly so. These fans hadn't seen a championship game since 1975. Golden State are 13-3 in the playoffs and 47-3 at home this season. They look to continue and protect home court for Sunday's game.
"We all have to be better, including myself," James said. "I don't think I was great. I've got to do a lot better, to help us and be more precise offensively."
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Local Feature Friday: Calling All Captains
Danielle Rhew July 7, 2017
"St. Albert based pop punk group Calling All Captains erupted into the scene in 2014 and have since been tirelessly developing their sound amidst the newest wave of the genre, evoking elements of early 2000's emo-infused pop punk to blend with their own brand of modern easycore angst. Their haunting lyrical sentiment and infectious melodies seldom fail to provoke a crowd amassed scream-a-long.
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Ariana Portalatin - Monday, October 25th, 2021
The second vice president of the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, and nine other orthopedic surgeons to know:
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Surgeons are listed in alphabetical order. To nominate a surgeon for future lists, please contact Ariana Portalatin at aportalatin@beckershealthcare.com.
Frederick Barnes, MD. Mountain Valley Orthopedics (East Stroudsburg, Pa.). Dr. Barnes earned his medical degree at Cornell University Weill Medical College in New York City. He completed his residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, now the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark. Dr. Barnes is the vice president of the Monroe County Medical Society.
John Belzer, MD. California Pacific Orthopaedics (San Francisco). Dr. Belzer earned his medical degree from Yale University in New Haven, Conn. He completed his residency at the University of California San Francisco and his fellowship at the Southern California Orthopaedic Institute in Los Angeles. He is chair of San Francisco-based California Pacific Medical Center's orthopaedic surgery department.
Joseph Buckwalter IV, MD. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics (Iowa City). Dr. Buckwalter earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Buckwalter recently earned the Distinguished Contributions to Orthopaedics Award from the American Orthopaedic Association.
Kevin Chen, MD. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute (Des Plaines). Dr. Chen earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He completed his fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Dr. Chen was given the Outstanding Service on the Hand Surgery Service Award from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2013.
Craig Della Valle, MD. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (Chicago). Dr. Della Valle earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He completed his residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City and his fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Ill. Dr. Della Valle was recently elected second vice president of the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association.
Dana Desser, DO. Florida OrthoCare (Delray Beach, Fla.). Dr. Desser earned his medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pa. He completed his residency at Memorial Hospital in York, Pa., and his fellowship at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore.
Frank DiFazio, MD. Ochsner Health (New Orleans). Dr. DiFazio earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Vermont College of Medicine in Burlington. He completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. He was previously a clinical assistant professor at the New York Medical College in Valhalla.
Michael Graham, PhD, MD. NorthWest Spine Center (The Woodlands, Texas). Dr. Graham earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. He completed his fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Graham has authored and co-authored several research articles about spine surgery.
John Meehan, MD. UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Dr. Meehan earned his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento. He was given the Clinical Practice Award from the Current Concepts Institute, a continuing medical education organization, and the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation in 2011.
Frederick Song, MD. Princeton (N.J.) Orthopaedic Associates. Dr. Song received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, now known as the Sidney Kimmel Medical College, in Philadelphia. He completed his residency at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia and his fellowship at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas in Greenville, S.C. Dr. Song is an associate instructor for the Arthroscopy Association of North America, where he instructs surgeons on shoulder arthroscopy techniques.


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I'm heartened by the resurgence of expository preaching in our day, an approach that starts with the biblical text and explains its meaning. But exposition falls short if it never appeals to the imagination. We are called to do more than just rehearse the basic facts of the gospel; we are to exult in these truths, to immerse our imaginations in this story, and to adore the God who has saved us.
Jared Wilson is right:
We need prose that sings. We need writers who aren't merely authorities in their areas and can relay information to us in competent ways. Or we need readers who will not settle for that kind of writer. We need writers who receive on literary frequencies, writers who feel what they write, who convey poetry or beauty or some ecstatic sense in their writing. We need writers whose work emanates off the page the hum and buzz of adoration.
Lord, deliver us from an attitude that says, "Of course Jesus has saved us!" Lord, help us when we no longer stand amazed at the precious truths we are called to proclaim!
We need the way of wonder, so that we see, truly see, both the world and our King.
So, let's pray for the Spirit to enable to pastors to make what is unfamiliar understandable and what is familiar strangely fresh.
Let's pray for pastors who want their people to understand the truth of the gospel, and also to feel its power and beauty.
Let's pray for a generation of writers and artists and poets who can awaken us to the glory of this world and the goodness of the gospel, so that we will be astounded once again by God's grace and glory and motivated to share this Story wherever we go.
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Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA), chairman of the House Government Operations subcommittee, announced today that he will take Amer Al-Mudallal, a Fairfax constituent, to the State of the Union. Amer is a chemist at the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, Office of Pesticides Programs, Registration Division. Both Amer and his wife, who also works at the EPA, were furloughed during the 35-day shutdown. Amer currently serves as Chapter President of NTEU Chapter 280. Amer has worked at EPA for more than 22 years.
"We all recognize the importance of border security but I'm disappointed to see the suffering of Federal employees and their families being used for political gain," said Amer Al-Mudallal.
Amer's experience is detailed here.


I decided to play in front of an audience for 7 days in a row at open mic nights and live jam sessions.
Why? Well in the previous post, I was at a crossroads – "Been Out of the Loop for a While, so Now What?" So out of all the things I could do, here it was a real challenge. I would get back in the groove, settle in to playing live consistently.
I looked up all the open mic and jam events I could attend and came up with the "7 Day Mini Tour – Feb 24th – Mar 2nd".
Help! I am still looking for a Friday Open Mic / Jam… this could be the only thing that might cut the Mini Tour short.
So using just the Stick and a TC Echobrain pedal I started my crazy venture/challenge. My usual pedal board was not practical or logistically possible. Playing the Stick without pedals is more like playing an acoustic instrument. Therefore no tricks to fall back on, no covering up and just the instrument and me!
Note: I added the TC Echobrain delay pedal to just add a bit of ambiance because no 2 locations have the same audio board and I have no idea what the sound in each location would be like.
One of the most important things is being able to set up as quick as possible.
Have back up cables. Good idea as I lost a cable because of chaotic situations setting up and unplugging between fellow musicians who perform as well.
Tune in advance… Also, when I arrive I open the case right away to get the wood of the Stick at room temperature as this will affect the tuning in a less than desirable way.
I also bring my tablet on which I have all my repertoire (words and basic arrangement including chord structure. I do not use during performance, only a quick go over and to finalize what 3 songs I will do.
There are many other tips and preparations I have discovered but that will be in the next post as I complete my Open Mic Nights 7 Day Mini Tour.
A fun night at the Mariposa Cafe. Lots of great soloists. Interesting open mic every performer had excellent voices. Among the performers included Melody Pearson, David Wilkenfeld, Ian Hanchet (who joined me with some mighty fine playin' on "Stormy Monday", John Petronko, Marie-Josée Tremblay, Saul Friedman, Sally Butterworth, Danielle Carter, and Victor. Thanks to Victor and his staff.
Excellent menu choices and wonderful people.
And… like many an open mic, the ride home on the bus reveals the interesting night creatures that inhabit the dark side of the urban world.


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Wading into the incendiary subject of birth control for young teenagers, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on Monday called on the nation's pediatricians to counsel all of their adolescent patients about emergency contraception and make advance prescriptions for it available to girls under 17.
Because current federal policy bans over-the-counter sales of the pills to girls under 17, having a prescription on hand could help younger teens obtain emergency contraception more quickly than if they have to contact a physician only after they need it.
Calling the AAP decision "significant," Susan Wood, former assistant commissioner for women's health at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), said, "it's not often you see physician organizations saying that their patients are better off without the physician involvement."
It is anyone's guess whether pediatricians will heed their organization's recommendation, but AAP leaders are optimistic.
"We do hope that pediatricians read the policy statement and follow the recommendations," said Dr. Cora Breuner, a pediatrician at Seattle Children's Hospital who led the AAP panel that produced the recommendations. "The Academy prides itself on a devoted membership."
Emergency contraception for adolescents has been one of the most politically fraught areas in healthcare for almost a decade.
In 2005 the FDA declined to approve any over-the-counter sales of Plan B, a "morning-after pill," overruling its panel of outside experts as well as its own scientists. Last December the FDA reversed that stance and moved to approve over-the-counter sales with no age limits. But Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius overruled it, ordering that for girls under 17 the pills remain available only by prescription.
The policy means that women in their 20s, 30s, or beyond must also present proof of age, and that teenagers "face a significant barrier if they suddenly need emergency contraception at midnight on a Saturday," said Wood, who resigned from the FDA in 2005 over its Plan B decision and is now director of the Jacobs Institute of Women's Health at George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
The most common form of emergency contraception is a high dose of a regular birth-control pill such as Plan B and Plan B One-Step from Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd or Next Choice from Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. They generally sell for $10 to $80 and, although they can work as long as 120 hours after unprotected sex, are most effective in the first 24 hours.
All work by preventing ovulation, not by stopping the implantation of a fertilized egg. "These are not abortifacients," said Breuner.
GREATER USE OF EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION
A 2006-08 survey found that 14 percent of sexually experienced girls had used emergency contraception, up from 8 percent in a 2002 survey. The most common reason was condom failure, but 13 percent of the girls said it was because of rape.
A 2010 analysis of seven randomized studies of emergency contraception found that having a morning-after prescription in hand did not increase teens' sexual activity or decrease use of standard contraceptives but did increase use of the pill and shorten the time before a teenager used it after sex.
"It's just common sense that requiring a prescription is a barrier," said Bill Alpert, chief program officer of the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy. "If an august and respected medical group like AAP is suggesting providing emergency contraception to minors is OK, that is a big deal."
That is especially so when teens face other obstacles to getting emergency contraception. For instance, in a 2012 study that had 17-year-olds telephone pharmacies asking about morning-after pills, only 57 percent of them correctly told the caller that she could get the drugs without a prescription.
Another barrier is that some physicians refuse to provide the prescriptions to teenagers, while others do so only in cases of rape, AAP's research shows, suggesting that the refusal "may be related to the physician's beliefs about whether it is OK for teenagers to have sex."
But pediatricians, said AAP in its policy statement, "have a duty to inform their patients about relevant, legally available treatment options," even those "to which they object."
There are no good data on how many physicians write prescriptions ahead of time for emergency contraception. "But we do know that pediatricians don't even talk about it, let alone offer advance prescriptions," said Breuner. "We tend not to like bringing up stuff that's controversial."
One factor in the AAP's recommendation, which is being published in the journal "Pediatrics," is that although teen pregnancies in the United States have declined since 1991, the rate is higher than in most other developed countries. The percent of 15- to 18-year-olds who report ever having intercourse - just over 40 percent, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - is, however, lower than in many developed countries. In other words, fewer of America's teens are having sex but more are getting pregnant.
"We think this is a big deal," Breuner said of the new recommendation. "The mothership of pediatricians has come out in favor of encouraging routine counseling and advance emergency-contraception prescriptions as one part of a public health strategy to reduce teen pregnancy."
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CNN -- Singer Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson "kind of drifted apart," but there was "no big bust-up" after Jackson bought the Beatles song catalog, McCartney told David Letterman Wednesday.
Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson in 1983. McCartney said Jackson will be missed.
McCartney appeared on "The Late Show with David Letterman" to talk about his forthcoming concert at New York's Citi Field, the Beatles' 1964 appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" -- taped in the same theater -- and his relationship with Jackson.
McCartney said the pair "fell apart" after Jackson secured rights to the Beatles catalog in 1985. Jackson outbid McCartney -- paying $47.5 million for it -- and then sold it to Sony Music for $95 million in 1995 while maintaining a 50 percent controlling interest.
The relationship fizzled when McCartney asked for "a raise" from Jackson, to which Jackson -- in McCartney's word -- "blanked" the former Beatle and said, "That's just business, Paul," McCartney said.
"We've never kind of got to it, and I thought 'hmmm,' so we kind of drifted apart," said McCartney. "There was no big bust-up."
"He was a lovely man, massively talented, and we miss him," McCartney said.
McCartney and Jackson collaborated on the songs "Say Say Say" and "The Girl is Mine," both released in the early 1980s.
McCartney's appearance on Letterman marked the first time he'd returned to the Ed Sullivan Theater for a broadcast network show since the Beatles made their stateside debut there in 1964.
The set included such Beatles and McCartney solo classics as "Get Back," "Band on the Run," "Helter Skelter" and "Back in the USSR."


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Business school has been called a two-year job interview, and with good reason: For more than $100, 000 and two years of study, MBAs hope to gain access to vast alumni networks, top-tier internships, and the very best jobs. Our annual ranking of full-time MBA programs now focuses on what most people hope to get after business school: a satisfying, well-paying job.
More graduate degrees in business are awarded each year than in any other field in the U.S., and new business schools are accredited by the dozen every year. To identify the best ones, we compiled data from more than 13, 150 current students, 18, 540 alumni, and 1, 460 recruiters across 177 distinct B-school programs. The result is our deepest and broadest set of data ever.
This year, we've revised the way we rank schools. For the first time, we surveyed MBAs after graduation for more insight into what graduates can expect in their future careers. We detailed some of the standout findings about MBA alumni in a separate report—including a broad pay difference between male and female MBAs that starts small, but gets bigger as they continue their careers.
Older elements of our ranking, including a tally of faculty research, have been scrapped because they don't get at our fundamental question: How well does this business school channel its graduates into good jobs?
You can dig into an exhaustive explanation of our, which also details how it differs from previous years. Briefly, the Full-Time MBA Rankings are based on five parts:
Employer Survey (35 percent of total score): recruiter feedback on the skills they look for in MBAs, and which programs best equip their students with those skills
Alumni Survey (30 percent): feedback from the classes of 2007, 2008, and 2009 on how their MBAs have affected their careers, their compensation change over time, and their midcareer job satisfaction
Student Survey (15 percent): the class of 2015's take on academics, career services, campus climate, and more
Job Placement Rate (10 percent): the most recent data on how many MBAs seeking full-time jobs get them within three months of graduation
Starting Salary (10 percent): most recent data on how much MBAs make in their first jobs after graduation, adjusted for industry and regional variation
With a sharper focus on what people most hope to get after business school, we think we've created the most effective ranking yet for helping career-oriented students choose an MBA program.
Full-Time MBA: U.S.
Employer survey rank (35%)
Alumni survey rank (30%)
Student survey rank (15%)
Salary rank (10%)
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Part-Time MBA
We also ranked part-time MBA programs, which differ from the traditional two-year MBA mainly because of their students, who often require flexibility and want to use the degree to advance within their company. They tend to be a little older than full-timers, and more than half return to their pre-MBA job, compared with one in 10 full-time graduates. Refer to our below for more in-depth information on how we composed these rankings.
Life After an MBA
So what kind of career does an MBA get you? New data from thousands of MBA students and alumni let us answer that question comprehensively. Most MBAs have no trouble landing jobs: Three months after graduation, 88 percent of MBAs have been hired—and offered a nice pay bump. Graduates saw an 81 percent jump over their median compensation before B-school. After six to eight years, pay typically increased another 64 percent, to about $169, 000 a year.
Those splashy salaries are awarded to a specific group of professionals, however. Sixty percent of full-time MBA graduates had jobs in technology, consulting, and financial services. Despite initiatives at many B-schools to fuel entrepreneurship, a mere 4 percent of students started their own business when they graduated, and 5 percent went to work for a startup. B-school isn't feeding many of the fastest-growing global industries, either: Only 5 percent of graduates went into health care.
Below, you'll see several charts that offer a look at aggregate results for things such as debt levels and first jobs from 103 full-time MBA programs in the U.S. and abroad. Type a school name into the search box to dive into an individual MBA program.
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Xena the Warrior Princess reboot is not happening
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Nine year old me is currently very sad rn, as NBC have now shelved the Xena reboot
Grillo-Marxuach, known for his work on the 100 was supposed to be helming the reboot but left due to creative differences and it seems the whole project has been scrapped.
Xena the Warrior Princess was a 1995 spin-off of Hercules chronicling ex-warlord Xena who attempts to make amends for her ways by fighting evil.
Ending in 2001 Xena grew to be something of a cult hit in the past sixteen years and has gained a very loyal fan base. In the wake of Wonder Woman's success and the arrival of more complex female characters, a darker version of the warrior princess could have had a Game of Thrones feel to it.
Fans of the original series also shipped Xena with her sidekick Gabrielle and Grillo-Marxuach was allegedly in full support of developing the relationship.
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A Look Ahead to June 2018
The Beautiful Game Turns Ugly in Ghana
On 6th June, renowned undercover investigative journalist – Anas Aremeyaw Anas – will premier his new documentary in Accra entitled 'Number 12'. After previously exposing corruption in Ghana's police service, passport office and, most famously, the judiciary, Anas has turned his attention to the Ghana Football Association (GFA). Anas has said that he hopes that 'Number 12' will provide a "fresh start" for Ghana's "tainted football system" and, given the fallout from his last exposé, it is likely that June will be an eventful month for the GFA. In the wake of his documentary on the judiciary in 2015, scores of judges and magistrates were suspended or sacked, and similar actions are expected at the GFA. Moreover, there are rumours that politicians and other government officials may be implicated in the documentary.
Given that President Nana Akufo-Addo was elected on an anti-corruption platform, 'Number 12' is seen as an important test of the administration's commitment to this. And, thus far, it appears that the government is passing the test. After reportedly viewing part of the documentary in late May, Akufo-Addo called for the arrest of the GFA's president – Kwesi Nyantakyi – on the grounds of "defrauding by false pretences". It was reported that Nyantakyi allegedly offered access to the president and other senior government officials, in return for money. Akufo-Addo's quick response was likely a reaction to the potential damage such an allegation could do to his anti-corruption credentials. However, it remains to be seen whether he will adopt this uncompromising approach to other individuals identified in the documentary, especially those with closer links to his party. Akufo-Addo has been praised for appointing a senior opposition figure in the newly created role of Special Prosecutor and it is hoped that this will prevent the government from adopting a politically partisan approach to anti-corruption, of which other governments in the region have been accused. Consequently, there are strong signs that those that are implicated will be properly investigated, no matter their political allegiance.
While 'Number 12' is set to reveal the ugly side of football in Ghana, its release further demonstrates the vibrancy of investigative journalism and anti-corruption activism in the country, which is seemingly supported by a government that is committed to improving Ghana's international image.
Will Guinea-Bissau cope without ECOWAS's guiding hand?
For the last three years, Guinea-Bissau's government has been prevented from serving its purpose by a continuation of political crises. These were sparked by President Jose Mario Vaz's decision to remove Domingos Pereira as prime minister in August 2015, which was opposed by the majority of the ruling party – Partido Africano da Independência da Guiné e Cabo Verde (PAIGC). Vaz and the rest of his party (PAIGC) were unable to agree on a new prime minister and, given Guinea-Bissau's tumultuous history, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) quickly assumed the role of regional arbitrator, brokering a deal between the two sides. While this deal looked promising, it was broken by Vaz in December 2017, which led to ECOWAS imposing sanctions on individuals connected to the president, including his son. This was evidently an effective tactic as, following the imposition of sanctions, there was a breakthrough in negotiations and, on 17th April, Aristides Gomes was appointed prime minister and the government resumed its activities.
This was another success for ECOWAS, which is becoming increasingly effective at upholding democracy in the region. However, as Guinea-Bissau looks ahead to its legislative election in November 2018, it is slightly concerning that the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea Bissau (ECOMIB) will be withdrawn before the end of June. As voter registration has already started, it is likely that the coming months will experience an increase in political tension and the divide in the ruling party will be tested further. Considering the country's recent experiences of political violence, the lack of ECOWAS's presence in the country may see a resurgence in instability ahead of the election. An extension of ECOMIB's mandate would allay these fears and help to create an environment which is conducive for a peaceful election. Without ECOMIB, the lead up to the election will be an important test of the resilience of Guinea-Bissau's democratic system.
ECOWAS Mediates as Jammeh Clings On
On 13th January, an ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) mediation mission led by Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is expected in The Gambia's capital – Banjul – in order to try and negotiate a peaceful democratic transition following last month's disputed election. The surprise result, which saw the opposition coalition candidate, Adama Barrow, defeat the incumbent, President Yahya Jammeh, was followed by Jammeh conceding defeat live on television, which was possibly even more surprising than the vote itself. However, this initial sign of optimism for Gambian democracy was short-lived, as Jammeh quickly reversed his acceptance and lodged a complaint with the Supreme Court.
Consequently, the military has increased its presence in Gambia and particularly on the streets of Banjul. The armed forces took control of the Electoral Commission's office and the Commission's Chief, Alieu Momar Njai, has gone into hiding. Despite initial positive changes following the election result, the repressive tactics adopted by the government during the election campaign are once again dominating Gambia's political environment. This is illustrated by the closure of four private radio stations since the start of the New Year.
Jammeh's refusal to accept last month's election result has attracted widespread criticism from the international community. The UN, AU and ECOWAS have condemned Jammeh's actions and the UN Security Council called on Jammeh to "respect the choice of the sovereign people of The Gambia". It is clear that such organisations fear that Jammeh's refusal to accept the result could cause large scale political violence. This was demonstrated by the UN Security Council's decision to urge all parties to exercise "maximum restraint, refrain from violence and remain calm".
The ECOWAS mediation mission is seen as the most promising method of preventing such political violence. On the 8th January, Liberian President, and member of the mission, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, stated that the organisation is "committed to a peaceful mediation and a peaceful transfer of power". When questioned on ECOWAS' willingness to use force, she responded by stating "no, we want to keep the region peaceful". However, only two days later, Nigerian Foreign Minister, Geoffrey Onyeama, told Radio France Internationale (RFI) that "we're not ruling anything out", when questioned on military intervention, and it has been reported that Senegal is prepared to send troops to intervene if the situation deteriorates. Thus, although it is not clear if ECOWAS will ultimately intervene, it seems that it is willing to take a tough stance towards Jammeh.
This is significant as in The Gambia it is not clear how much support Jammeh will be able to muster if he refuses to step down. On 10th January, Jammeh's Information Minister, Sheriff Bojang, resigned and fled to Senegal stating that through using a "veneer of constitutionalism", Jammeh is attempting to "subvert the express will of the Gambian electorate". This followed the less pronounced resignation of Gambia's Foreign Minister, Neneh Macdouall-Gaye, in December 2016. Although pro-Government media in The Gambia made much of the Army Chief's renewed "assurance of the unflinching loyalty and support of The Gambian Armed Forces" to Jammeh, questions have been raised about Lieutenant-General Ousman Badjie's motivations and it is not clear if such support exists amongst the military more widely. Thus, it seems that pressure is mounting on Jammeh to step down as political tensions continue to rise.
The announcement on 10th January by Gambia's Chief Justice, Emmanuel Fagbenle, that the Supreme Court cannot rule on Jammeh's challenge to the electoral result until May has increased tension in the country further. This is due to the fact that Gambia's Supreme Court relies on judges seconded from other countries, including Fagbenle, who is Nigerian. As a result, Jammeh's legal challenge will not be dealt with until after the end of his term, increasing the likelihood that he will refuse to step down.
Jammeh's mandate is set to end on 18th January and it seems unlikely that he will relinquish power peacefully. Although it is possible that Jammeh is merely trying to negotiate the transfer of power in order to prevent himself from being tried for human rights abuses under a new government, if he remains as president past 18th January, it is likely to cause widespread unrest. It appears that a lot rests on ECOWAS' mediation mission to try to find a peaceful solution as tensions continue to rise.
Guinea-Bissau's Political Crisis
Guinea-Bissau's most recent cabinet lasted less than 48 hours as a political crisis continues in the country. On 9th September 2015, the Prime Minister – Baciro Dja – resigned after only 20 days in the post following a Supreme Court ruling that his appointment was unconstitutional. On 10th September 2015, Dja's cabinet was similarly dismissed.
The current political crisis stems from a power struggle between President José Mário Vaz and former Prime Minister Domingos Simões Pereira within the country's semi-presidential system. On 12th August 2015, Vaz dismissed Pereira and his cabinet stating that there had been a "breach of trust". Tensions between the two men, which have been present for a while, are said to have increased in the weeks leading up to Pereira's dismissal. It has been reported that such tensions were predominantly caused by disagreements over the use of aid funds and the appointment of a new army chief of staff. This is of particular importance in Guinea-Bissau considering the role the armed forces have played in the country's politics. Since 1980, there have been nine coups or attempted coups, with the most recent taking place in April 2012. As this coup was led by the former army chief of staff – Antonio Indjai – it is clear that the support of the holder of this position is extremely important to the president. Although the military have made a commitment to neutrality, Guinea-Bissau's recent history will undoubtedly influence Vaz's decision making. It appears that Vaz's dismissal of Pereira was an attempt to not only exert his political authority but also secure his position in relation to the armed forces.
Nevertheless, Pereira's dismissal was met with fierce opposition from his, and Vaz's, political party – the ruling African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC). On 15th August, PAIGC responded by re-nominating Pereira as the party's candidate for prime minister. PAIGC's vice-president – Adja Satu Camara – said that the party was nominating Pereira as he is the President of the PAIGC and added that if his nomination is rejected by Vaz, the party would pursue other available options. Moreover, thousands of PAIGC supporters took to the streets in protest against the decision. At one demonstration, Pereira addressed the crowds stating that "with such a huge mobilization…the institutions of the republic must respect the will of the people".
However, it seems that Vaz ignored the "will of the people" and his own party and rejected Pereira's re-nomination. Instead he announced on 20th August that Baciro Dja – a former minister and government spokesman – would be Guinea-Bissau's new prime minister. The PAIGC responded by calling for further protests in the capital Bissau and put forward a proposal to the National Assembly for the removal of Dja. On 24th August, the National Assembly adopted a resolution to "attempt actions with a view to deposing the new prime minister". This was supported by 75 of 79 members present from the 102-seat parliament. Nonetheless, Vaz ignored the resolution and named a new cabinet on 8th September with support from Guinea-Bissau's second largest political party – the Party for Social Renewal (PRS). Although Dja described this as "an alliance sanctioned by the formal recognition of the judicial authorities", the next day the Supreme Court found his appointment unconstitutional, which undermined the legitimacy of the new cabinet. As a result, Vaz dismissed the cabinet the following day.
Thus, at the time of writing, Guinea-Bissau has neither a prime minister nor a cabinet. The United Nations (UN) has called on Vaz and Pereira to seek dialogue and consensus in order to resolve the crisis. Due to Guinea-Bissau's tumultuous past, it has only recently been reaccepted by the international community. It was only in March 2015 that the European Union (EU) restored ties with the country. Due to this restoration of ties, Guinea-Bissau was able to secure €1 billion in financing. However, Portugal – Guinea-Bissau's former colonial ruler – has warned that the recent political instability could endanger such assistance. The Portuguese foreign ministry stated that "it would be extremely difficult for the international community to keep providing the co-operation and support that Guinea-Bissau needs".
Additionally, there are fears that if the political crisis continues, the country's armed forces may attempt to provide a solution. International organisations such as the UN, EU and ECOWAS have all warned the army to stay out of the political crisis and, at the time of writing, it appears to have respected those wishes. A UN envoy – Miguel Trovoada – told the UN Security Council that "the military has stressed that they are determined to stay totally out of politics". This was supported by Guinea-Bissau's ambassador to the UN – Joan Soares Da Gama – who said that "they [the military] will maintain this attitude of non-interference". Nevertheless, the longer this crisis continues the more likely it is that the military will intervene. Although this will undoubtedly cost the country, both diplomatically and financially, if the political crisis leads to social unrest there is a possibility that the military will no longer remain neutral.
Thus, it seems that Vaz and Pereira are under significant pressure to resolve this crisis as quickly as possible. Although the re-appointment of Pereira will be a political blow to Vaz, it's highly unlikely that he will be able to find a palatable alternative for the PAIGC and the National Assembly. Furthermore, by allowing the crisis to continue, Vaz could weaken the position he was originally attempting to strengthen concerning his relationship with the military. Vaz's actions over the coming days and weeks will not only affect his political future but also Guinea-Bissau's.
Togo Election Preview
On 25th April 2015 Togo will go to the polls in an election which sees the incumbent, President Faure Gnassingbé, attempt to extend his family's rule of the country into a sixth decade. A recent report by the Tournons La Page (Turn the Page) campaign group noted that 88 percent of the Togolese population have only known one ruling family and it seems likely that this percentage will continue to rise.
In February 2015, the ruling l'Union pour la République (UNIR) selected Gnassingbé as their presidential candidate despite demands from opposition parties for a presidential term limit which would have prevented Gnassingbé from running. In 2014, this call for a presidential term limit became a rallying cry for Togo's various opposition parties and a proposal was put before the country's national assembly in June 2014. However, the odds were definitely stacked against the opposition, which needed 80 percent of the national assembly – where the UNIR hold 62 of the 91 seats – to vote with them to alter the constitution. Unsurprisingly, the proposal was rejected. Following this, the opposition parties focussed on cultivating popular support for the cause, which was given impetus by the formation of the coalition Combat pour l'Alternance Politique (CAP) party in October 2014. This was demonstrated in November 2014, when large scale protests broke out in Lomé. It was reported that thousands took to the streets to call for constitutional change and were met by a heavy police presence. Togo's Security and Civil Protection Ministry announced on state television that all necessary measures would be taken to prevent demonstrators from reaching Togo's parliament and the police used tear gas and rubber bullets to quell the protests.
Although further demonstrations took place in late November and early December, the turnout was reportedly considerably smaller on both occasions. Nonetheless, the opposition managed to organise negotiations with the ruling party over constitutional changes in January 2015. These soon broke down as it became clear that the UNIR was not willing to discuss presidential term limits and both the opposition and the ruling party blamed each other for the breakdown in negotiations. Nevertheless, presidential term limits and constitutional change remain a key aspect of Gnassingbé's closest competitor's campaign. CAP's presidential candidate, Jean-Pierre Fabre, has stated that he is committed to constitutional reform which would weaken the position of the presidency. This would not only include imposing a presidential term limit of two five year terms but also a strengthening of the power of the prime minister. Thus, term limits remain a key topic of this year's election.
Fabre also ran against Gnassingbé in 2010 and secured 33.9 percent of the vote under the Union des Forces du Changement (UFC) party; he subsequently challenged the legitimacy of the election and declared himself the winner. Although the creation of the CAP coalition has definitely improved Fabre's chances of challenging Gnassingbé through uniting different parties, the opposition remains divided. This even includes on matters such as whether to compete in the election as six smaller parties, and influential civil society groups such as Organisations de Défense des Droits de l'Homme, are calling for a boycott. There is certainly rising discontent over Gnassingbé's continued rule, as shown by a recent teachers' strike in March 2015 which drew hundreds of supporters, but it's questionable whether this will equate to votes for Fabre.
Furthermore, it is unlikely that Gnassingbé and the UNIR will allow themselves to be removed from power through the ballot box. The government has demonstrated its willingness to use force to impose its rule and this was again shown in March 2015 when the army was called to support the police in response to the teachers' strike. In preparation for Election Day the government announced that the armed forces will vote on 22nd April so as to allow them to provide security on 25th April, and Gnassingbé replaced the head of a special 8000 strong election security team (FOSEP) by presidential decree on 16th April. Although it has been reported that the former head of FOSEP was suffering from ill health, the decision still demonstrates Gnassingbé's focus on election security. Thus, it appears that Gnassingbé is bolstering his position in terms of security in anticipation of opposition to his expected victory. Moreover, despite the 10 day delay to the election due to irregularities concerning the voter registration list – which has been resolved by International mediators – there remains a strong possibility of electoral fraud based upon previous elections.
Thus, Togo's election and post-election atmosphere could be quite tense. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced that it will send 100 election observers to Togo for the election and the group's chairman, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, has warned that "the whole international community will be watching you". Mahama also added that all candidates must be prepared to accept the election results and that there can be "only one winner". This statement is presumably aimed at Fabre after the election in 2010. Nevertheless, it is likely that Fabre will challenge Saturday's election result if he loses again as he approaches this election in a stronger position politically than in 2010. If this results in protests, they will undoubtedly be met by a security crackdown for which Gnassingbé appears to be preparing. Although similar protests were predominantly peaceful in 2010, there is a possibility that if protests do arise they may see a return to post-election violence like that seen in 2005.


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Nine Speedruns That Make Horror Games Way Less Terrifying
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Extermination
Monster Party
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Silent Hills
Horror games strike a balance between player control and dread. Getting chased by a murderer with giant scissors or dealing with legions of zombies is pretty scary. Thankfully, brave speedrunners are here to tackle them for us.
Resident Evil Remake, Knife Only
Resident Evil knife only runs are a good way of ruining your childhood. In this video, runner Pessimism clears the game in just under an hour and a half, dicing up bosses and not even flinching when those dogs leap through the windows.
This is the REmake version, which has one of my favorite movement glitches: stair skating. Speedy button mashing on stairs can cause Chris or Jill to slide up and down them with extra speed. Two of Resident Evil's defining characteristics are the tank controls and slower movement; glitches break them down and give runners a satisfying edge.
P.T. has always been a bit incomprehensible. It's also one of the few games that really scares me. Hideo Kojima's teaser demo for Silent Hills locks players in a looping hallway while solving puzzles that involve looking at random objects and speaking into their controller's microphone. Flaco_Jones makes it look easy thanks in part to a glitch that allows him to clip through the door in the first room, bypassing some of the early puzzles.
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Arbitrary Code Execution
Symphony of the Night runs usually focus on furious backdashing and strange clips through obstacles. Arbitrary Code Execution runs hardly bother with that, instead using a strange series of movements and inventory management to write code directly into the game. It looks random, but each input purposefully rewrites the game and changes memory values. This allows runner nathan7878 to warp right to the end of the game.
Monster Party isn't really scary, but it is bloody and strange. Originally meant to feature movie monsters as bosses, the game was changed and all the recognizable monsters we replaced. The result is strange battles against pumpkin-headed ghosts and giant shrimp.
This speedrun is mostly a matter of execution, but Monster Party features one of my favorite in-game weapons. The main character's bat can be used to knock enemy projectiles back at them and can be held out to strike more than once. This run takes advantage of that to beat bosses nice and quick.
This game is on the list mostly because I can't believe someone is speedrunning it. Extermination is an early Playstation 2 game written by Hidetaka Suehiro that takes a lot of clues from The Thing. I liked it, and apparently someone else did too.
This run literally punches enemies so hard that the runner clips out of bounds. 'Nuff said.
One of the difficulties with going fast in Alien: Isolation is that most actions make a lot of noise that attracts the alien and leads to a quick death. To get around some of this, runners are able to clip through a majority of the doors. It allows them to bypass a slow mini-game where they'd otherwise be vulnerable.
Soulsborne games have a reputation for difficulty, but speedrunnerss use a lot of tricks to smack them silly. The 1.0 version of the game has a trick that allows players to reach the Forbidden Woods early. From there, they can leap out of bounds and end up directly in the boss arena for the Shadow of Yharnam. A quick reload disables the enemy AI and leaves players with an easy, frozen boss to beat up. These runs also take advantage of the powerful cannon firearm to defeat bosses in one hit.
Humans are the true monsters, but if you're lucky, it's possible to toss murderers in jail in the blink of an eye. Speedrunner i_o_l solves the case with a few button presses. It takes less than a second before Ms. Peacock is locked up.
Look forward to tales of ghosts and glitches all week during Kotaku's Spooky Week.