2008 Immigration Issue

So I have something to celebrate. Something that will greatly benefit my life as well as my family's life in the future. I have lived in the US for 15 years now and unfortunately, never had the chance to get our citizenship or even a greencard.

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Great new e-technology websites!

So recently, I found a great new addition to my short list of awesome media websites. Before, I would frequent websites such as Youtube and other media sources. A couple days ago, I came across a website, iMeem. Basically, the concept of the website is quite simple.

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John Edwards' populism is a risky bet

Great article about how John Edwards has been slowly building his campaign over the past few years by successfully connecting with the working class.

Hispanic Hopeful for '08 Confronts Immigration

Very refreshing to see a candicate take major steps to front the immigration concern. Of all the candidates running for president, none have weathered more crosscurrents of the immigration battle than Gov. Bill Richardson, the New Mexico Democrat.

MySpace to Share Data With States on Offenders

In a statement released Monday, MySpace, the popular social networking site, said it had agreed to hand over to the states the names, addresses and online profiles of thousands of known convicted sex offenders who have opened up accounts on the service.

Fund-Raising Adds to a Democratic Advantage

Great to see that even with a number disadvantage, the democrats are still gaining support. Senate Democrats have raised twice as much money this year as have their Republican counterparts, adding more difficulty to the electoral equation for Republicans next year.

Eco-friendly products anyone?

With the 2008 presidential elections coming up, I think it is safe to assume that people are looking much deeper into what each candidate has to say about the environment.

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Southern Oregon group files to refer gay-rights laws

Three Southern Oregon men, including the chairman of the Constitution Party of Oregon, filed with the Oregon Secretary of State on Monday morning to refer two recently adopted gay-rights laws to the voters in the fall of 2008.

Student newspapers dying at state's community colleges

It is a shame that journalism in schools aren't getting the support and recognition it should be. Reading this article is somewhat frightening to think maybe journalism isn't catching the attentions of students these days.

Youtube, not really Your-tube.

So the hot topic that I've been looking deep into was the positive and negative effects of Youtube.

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Beyond Books: Oprah Winfreys Seal of Approval Goes Presidential

Interesting article, Winfrey steps up to endorse Obama.

September Could Be Key Deadline in War

Hopefully September will be the month where War on Iraq will slow come to an end...

Giuliani's Tie to Texas Law Firm May Pose Risk

Interesting to see how Giuliani's ties with Texas can have a negative effect due to ties with "the nation's most aggressive lobbyist for coal-fired power plants, heavy emitters of air pollutants and carbon dioxide..."

GOP Candidates Prepare for Their First Debate of Campaign

Here comes the first debate of the 2008 candidates! SIMI VALLEY, Calif., May 3 -- The national political spotlight shifts to the Republicans here tonight when 10 candidates take the stage at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library for their first debate of the 2008 campaign.

Obama: Iraq veto Bush's latest foolhardy step

Interesting article about Obama's response to Bush's Iraq veto.

April in Iraq: 5th straight month of 80+ U.S. war dead

When is the war going to come to an end? Seems like the only news we hear about the war is about casualties. WASHINGTON — At least 104 U.S. troops died in Iraq in April, capping the deadliest six-month period for U.S. forces since the war began more than four years ago.

War? What War?

Today was kind of an odd day for me. I realized something that I actually had not thought about for quite some time. I was talking to a friend of mine and we got in a brief conversation about the war. To my dismay, my friend asked me, "What war? there is still a war going on?"

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California jails offer cell upgrades — for the right price

SANTA ANA, Calif. — Anyone convicted of a crime knows a debt to society often must be paid in jail. But a slice of Californians willing to supplement that debt with cash (no personal checks, please) are finding the time can be almost bearable.

Bush camp split on whom to back in '08

WASHINGTON — As President Bush carefully avoids backing any of those seeking to succeed him in the Oval Office, an unusual split has developed between his top political advisers and immediate family members.

State Democratic primary: a vote count that won't count

Gov. Christine Gregoire and House Speaker Frank Chopp, Democrats both, have spoken in favor of selecting at least some delegates through the primary. Republicans have likewise urged Democrats to go that route, saying if you do, we will, too.

Where is blogging going?

So in my Communications class at University of Washington, we are currently reading a book called "Dispatches from Blogistan" by Suzanne Stefanac.

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Bellevue plans to extend benefits to gay partners

"Bellevue city leaders said Tuesday they will provide the same employment benefits to partners of gay workers as they now provide to married partners." it is very refreshing and good to see that things are starting to pick up for gay rights. It's about time.

Seattle Pride organization disbanding, filing for bankruptcy

Organizers of the Seattle Pride parade and festival said they are disbanding and filing for bankruptcy.

Boy, 13, killed in Mont. police shootout

FORT BENTON, Mont. — Law enforcers fatally shot a 13-year-old boy after he fired a gun at them on a state highway, authorities said Monday. How does this even happen? How does a 13 year old child get ahold of a gun?

South Korea fears shooting may stir prejudice

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea's Foreign Ministry said Tuesday the government hoped the Virginia Tech shootings, allegedly carried out by a 23-year-old South Korean native, would not "stir up racial prejudice or confrontation."

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