Wall Street Review Weekend Edition-LONG TERM IMPACT-2-21-15

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Here are the top 5 stories (below) that I believe will have a long term impact on society as a whole and why that conclusion has been made.  Most of the articles we read seem important but these stories might truly change the course.

(1) Mismatched  socks become fashionable. The impact on the fashion industry could be incredible as mismatches in apparel “become the look”. This also helps those lonely socks gain a friend.

(2) The Fast Track on trade deals appears to be moving forward. This will allow the President to send trade deals to Congress that can’t be amended or tied up with procedural delays.  This  will impact the amount of free trade zones available in the world and the true power of the President to negotiate with foreign leaders around the globe.

(3) Environmentalist and Tea Party groups work to promote solar energy. These two political forces from divergent political sides teaming together could create a force that the political elite will have a tough time defeating.

(4) Moody’s cut Russia’s debt to junk rate status. Money talks and now it depends how Russia  responds with more hostility or accommodations with the western world.

(5) Nurture can have an effect on changing someone’s IQ for the better. These results will help determine the best way to educate students in the future might not be just the route way but a more hands on caring approach.

Oscar’s Should and will Win

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Here (below) is who I believe should win the nomination in various categories and who I predict will actually win and why.  Disclaimer-if I didn’t see a majority of the movies in a category I will * star that category.

(1) BEST PICTURE

A. SHOULD WIN- American Sniper– This is the real deal great acting, directing, cinematography and one of the few movies better then the book. Won’t win because the topic and director are political incorrect.

B. FINE IF IT WINS-Whiplash is a strong 2nd place but I’m fine if Imitation Game takes it as well.

C. WILL WIN- Boyhood- Too much hype about a movie that was made over 12 years and felt like that for the viewer.

(2)BEST ACTOR

A. SHOULD WIN- Bradley Cooper-A performance of a lifetime but since he’s in a politically incorrect movie it might be tough for him to win

B. FINE IF HE WINS- Eddie Redmayne- An incredible transformation of a character.

C. WILL WIN- Michael Keaton- He has the sympathy vote since he hasn’t been in a big dramatic movie in years.

* (3) BEST ACTRESS 

A. SHOULD WIN -I really don’t know since the only movie I saw in this category was “The Theory of Everything” and she was fine but not spectacular.

B. WILL WIN- Julianne Moore- Plays a character who is developing Alzheimer, need I say more

(4) BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

A. SHOULD WIN- J.K Simmons– Hands, Feet and Drumstick down the best actor in this category.

B. FINE IF HE WINS-Robert Duval– I’m not actually fine with it but I like Robert Duval and he did a decent job in this role.

C. WILL WIN- Edward Hawke– He’s the popular good looking dude in Hollywood probably is the life of the party as well.

Disclaimer didn’t see Foxcatcher

(5) BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

A. SHOULD WIN-Keira Knightley– very captivating in her role

B FINE IF SHE WINS- Emma Stone- She really did a terrific job in a lousy movie.

C. WILL WIN- Patricia Arquette– The emotional scene at the end of the movie has the Oscar pickers grabbing their handkerchief and their vote for her.

*(6) CINEMATOGRAPHY

A. SHOULD WIN- The Grand Budapest Hotel-It is visually captivating

B. FINE IF IT WINS- Not sure because didn’t see many of the nominees

C. WILL WIN- Birdman– For it’s artistry experiment. Please note experiments can lead to Frank stein.

(7)  BEST DIRECTOR

BOYCOTT- MY PICK- How could Clint Eastwood in American Sniper not be nominated.

(8) BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY

A. SHOULD WIN & WILL WIN- American Sniper-  This way they can give an Oscar to a fine film and rub it in at the same time. 

B. FINE IF IT WINS- The Imitation Game- It had a unique way to tell this story.

(9) BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY

A.  SHOULD WIN– Nightcrawler – This script is incredible and I feel sorry this film was nominated in other categories.

B.    FINE IF IT WINS-Grand Budapest Hotel- A unique story that takes you on a maze of adventure.

C.  WILL WIN- Boyhood- I close my eyes with tears as I write this but the Oscar Pickers feel sorry for any film that takes 12 years to make. I wish it took a 100 years to write and then I probably wouldn’t have seen it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

President’s Vernacular- ISTREMIST

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The President doesn’t want to use the words Islamic Extremist because he’s afraid of offending the “moderate people of the Islamic faith” funny, he’s not afraid “Tea Party Extremist” with those he politically disagrees with but I’ll leave that for another blog. I’ve found a solution to the President’t Vernacular Problem and is ISTREMIST =  those who claim the faith of Islam to commit vile acts (including terrorist actions) against non-combatants and/or military actions that go against the Geneva Conventions. Istremist allows the President not to “offend moderates” and still speak the truth.  I’ve also created Chritremist, Jestremist,  Leftremist in case G-D forbid groups like these are formed. I hope these semantics can help us get closer to identify the enemy so we can annihilate it.

Strategy to deal with ISIS & Islamic Radicalism

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STRATEGY

While the administration continues to ponder I decided to help them build a strategy (below).  Now it’s up to you to get this strategy to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. If so feel free to take the credit for it’s more important to defeat evil than to worry who gets the credit. 

(1) Call for an EMERGENCY MEETING of nations to have one policy to deal with terrorism and state sponsors of terrorism which include the following points (below) – Terrorism is commonly defined as violent acts (or threat of violent acts) intended to create fear (terror), perpetrated for a religious, political, or ideological goal, and which deliberately target or disregard the safety of non-combatants (e.g., neutralmilitary personnel or civilians 

(A) ISIS and similar entities must completely wiped off the face of this earth as was Nazism.

(B) State Sponsors of Terrorism will become isolated and attacks within their state (where terrorism elements exist) might occur by outside elements if they aren’t dealt with internally.

(C) All civilized nations agree to support such efforts with financial and military efforts based on a set formula.

(D) Those nations who are battling terrorism in their state will receive economic, educational and political support based on their efforts to defeat terrorism.

(E) All nations must recognize all other U.N certified nations right to live in peace and security within their borders and any disagreement on such borders can only be resolved by a peaceful basis.

(F) Islamic Institutions whether they be political or educational that preach violence against the non-believers or conversion by the sword will be closed down and their Imam’s arrested for seeking to incite violence. These institutional leaders will be replaced by religious and educational who accept the right of others to live in peace and prosperity and preach that message instead.

(G) A marketing campaign across all social media and outlets will spread through all demographics to  spread the message of allowing others to find their own path in peace while keeping your own. True conversion can only through the heart and not the sword.

(H) Help build grassroots Democratic organization that believe in basic human rights (freedom of speech, religion, assembly etc) for all and which have some representation in even the most autocratic government.

(I) Find new productive outlets for those disenfranchised young and old to express there anger in a product way (art, sport competition etc)

“Glory Days”

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I remember “today”! They say it’s impossible to relive glory days as you get older but I believe that is not the case.  We may not be able to run 3 miles in 19 minutes (I never could do that) but why can’t it be 3 miles in 30 minutes today.  Today we might not have the resources to build up a small business but a stand at the flea market stand will do just fine.  Driving fast might occur at a slower pace but you’re still driving and having a great time.  It’s nice to reminiscence once in awhile but it’s also important to live in the present and enjoy “Glory Days” today!

Valentines Day & LOVE

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While Valentines Day appears to celebrate the Romantic type of love I believe there are other forms of love that are just as important. Here are some of the positive and negative aspects of just 3 types. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ADD TO THE LIST.  May you have a happy Valentines Day whichever love you celebrate.

(1) ROMANTIC LOVE- You are drawn together like by a magnetic force but can be pulled apart by a bodily function

POSITIVE- The immediate emotionally & physical attachment           NEGATIVE-  People never turn out to be exactly like the fairy tales and when you continue to build up a balloon it will explode

(2) LONG TERM LOVE- It’s not perfect but it’s committed.

POSITIVE- You can be yourself from the start. Lower expectation lead you away from disappointment and can lead to wonderful surprises.

NEGATIVE-Feelings of “I could have done better” might linger.

(3) FAMILY & TRUE FRIEND LOVE- Might not appear to be the most traditional love to celebrate but who really has your back.

POSITIVE- They can truly be counted on during difficult times.

NEGATIVE-Many times they will bluntly tell you the truth.

BUSYBEGONE

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How much of your day is wasted waiting for someone to pick up the phone?  If your call is so important to them why do they keep you waiting? With BUSYBEGONE we’ll continue you making those annoying calls so you can get on with the important parts of your life and when an actual person is on the line we’ll make sure they hear your voice.  We’ll even make those calls to the radio stations promotions for you and although we can’t guarantee you’ll get the reward you’ll at least get through. “BUSYBEGONE” because you’re busier then the call you’re making.

Bruce Jenner & Mental Health

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We watch in despair as many of our celebrities sink down in a mental health spiral that leads to destruction and even death as we feel helpless to stop the fall.  Adults should be able to do what they want with their bodies but when a 50 year old man suddenly desires to be a woman this could be a cry for attention or desperation. Bobbi Houston & Bruce Jenner are just two of the most recent celebrities that have fallen due to untreated mental health issues.  Whether it be Michael Jackson or Marilyn Monroe mental illness effects the celebrities as well as the general public. While we in the public might feel helpless those family and friends feel paralyzed as they watch their loved one fall further and further down.  It’s time that we make it easier for the  family and friends of loved one to intervene on  their behalf  (even if they don’t accept their illness) and in so doing stop this downward spiral.

Wrong & Right

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THE ELITE RISE

I believed that the economy wouldn’t be as strong as it has been under this Presidency but I was right on why it is this strong. For no matter how many blocks and bricks that are put in the way the most capable, persistent people will find a way to climb above those bricks or use those blocks to build something bigger. The 5 % have always found a way to strive and make things work even when all odds are against them that is why they continue to rise to the top. That is why there are wealthy people even in places like Russia, Iran & even North Korea.  It’s the 95 % who remain stagnant because either they lack the will and/or skill to climb above these blocks and bricks. They become complacent with the cake that is thrown at them from the government elite and will keep eating it until there’s nothing left. For that reason those blocks of regulation and bricks of taxes need to be lowered and the cake put in a freezer and when that occurs then the rest of us can truly reach our potential.

Vaccine Yes and No

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 VACINATE

      I believe it’s important that all children are vaccinated from many illnesses because it has been proven to stop the spread of such illnesses.   It is also important that children cut back on their carbohydrates, eat more vegetables, exercise more and even learn to pray because these also have been proven to help with general health.  Science has also had had to correct many facts that they believe were right such as margarine good and eggs bad. There are also that “one in a million” chance that a child will pick up a deadly disease from such a vaccine and if it was your child it wouldn’t seem so rare. That is why we must educate and even have inducements for parents to vaccinate their children but not mandate with a gun to the head approach.  It’s simple we can either have society raise our children or have the nuclear family raise them. There will be many mistakes made by trusting in the “traditional nuclear family” but with education and inducement those mistakes will be lessened and we won’t lose the liberty we all hold so dear.  PLEASE COMMENT!

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