What Obama has been working on during the weekend. . .

Obama says economy is moving in the right direction showing private-sector job growth and lower unemployment.Obama presented the December jobs report in a positive light even though it fell short of what economists had been looking for and even though the drop in unemployment came because some people stopped looking for work. Obama attributed optimistic economic forecasts in part to the tax cut deal he negotiated last month with Republicans to extend Bush-era tax rates for all. The White house expects it would get better.

President Barack Obama said Saturday that the Republican-led House planned vote next week to repeal the landmark health-care law was a distraction from the need to create jobs and spur growth.

The final House vote on repeal of the health-care law is set for next Wednesday. The vote is seen as largely symbolic since it has very limited chances of becoming law. The measure is unlikely ever to be considered by the Democratic-controlled Senate. In the Republican response to Obama, House Republican Leader Eric Cantor of Virginia defended the repeal vote.

President Barack Obama says authorities will get to the bottom of details surrounding Saturday's deadly shooting in Arizona although the killer's motives are not immediately known. Obama faced cameras in the White House and felt deep for the deaths of a federal judge, a nine-year-old girl and at least three other people in the shootings outside a Tucson grocery store. He called congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords a friend and said she is battling for her life. Still not yet to know what the cause for the shooting was but will get to the bottom of it.

Lawmaker wants to outlaw rave concerts at public venues

December 22, 2010

Despite Citing deaths and injuries connected to raves held in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, a state lawmaker proposed Wednesday to outlaw the events at publicly owned venues in California. Fiona Ma (D-San Francisco) introduced legislation that would prohibit the dance concerts on public property and prevent raves on private property unless a business owner has a license to host such an event. “Raves foster an environment that threatens the health and safety of our youth,” Ma said. “The introduction of AB 74 is the first step toward eliminating these dangerous events.”

Fiona cited problems at raves including one held in June at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Where a high school student, Sasha Rodriguez, died days after falling into a coma after attending the Electric Daisy Carnival. Ma said 120 people required medical treatment after attending the event, and she blamed many of the problems on drugs used by those in attendance. In May, two people died after overdosing at a rave held at the state-owned Cow Palace in Daly City and an additional five attendees were hospitalized in critical condition, Ma said.

“The bill is not intended to impact traditional music concerts and sporting events," the assemblywoman said. "AB 74 is about cracking down on raves that harbor drug use and lead to teenage deaths.”
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission voted earlier this month to require rave promoters to come before the panel for approval at least 60 days in advance of an event.

I believe that events like these should be taken care of by not allowing childrens under the age of 18 beacuse then it would be held under their own responsibility what an adult does or dosen't. Childrens like Sasha should not be allowed in Raves that could bring serious damage. Parents should also have control over their children when going out if their under 18 and unable to think like an adult. Bt that does not mean that they should ban Raves, it is not the fault of others for the actions of "young" minds that explore the outside.

Don't ask Don't Tell repeal signed by Obama - December 22,10

               The policy Dont Ask, Dont Tell prohibited lesbians and gays to serve openly in the military for years where some thought it was unconstitutional for eliminating there freedom of speech. On Wednesday December 22, 2010 president Barack Obama signed a bill repealing the policy "Don't Ask Don't tell' where he also  ackwnonledge the sacrifice of gay men and women who fought in every war beginning with the 18th century battle for independence. This would mark a beginning,  in which gay soldiers in the armed forces no longer need to conceal their sexual orientation in order to serve.Obama cast the issue as part of a string of civil rights struggles that beat back discrimination in favor of a more tolerant, unified nation.Speaking to a crowd of approximately 500 military leaders, members of Congress, gay rights advocates and service men and women, Obama said, "We are not a nation that says 'don't ask, don't tell.' We are a nation that says out of many, we are one. We are a nation that welcomes the service of every patriot. We are a nation that believes all men and women are created equal.''
                With a 65 votes to 31 votes the Senate declared this policy to be banished. And the policy was banished but won't take action till late december of 2011.
                With this Policy being eliminated from hand would bring peace and releif amongst the gays in the military, not worring of being dischargedone day. I believe that this policy was being unconstitutional for prohibiting them their 1st Amendment which clearly states their freedon of speech, religion among other rights. Obama did the right choice in repealing the policy that eliminates another war out side of the war that has been in progress in Iraq.

Ed P. Reyes :)

Eduardo Perez Reyes  is an American politician and a member of the Los Angeles City Council, representing District 1. Born January 11, 1959 and has been serving L.A City Council since April 2001. Reyes was re-elected in 2005 to serve a second Council term, capturing 78 percent of the votes. Attended University of California, Los Angeles where he got his bachelor's degree in English. Being part of the Council member Reyes, contributed his time to the community in many ways during the past years of holding the position. In September 2008, he opened the new Rampart Division police station where Crime at MacArthur Park has dropped 20 percent since Reyes launched the crime-fighting project, a joint effort with the community, local businesses and LAPD. Council member Reyes has opened four new libraries in Cypress Park, Chinatown, highland Park, & Pico-Union and has added more than 80 acres of  park space to his district. As chair of the Los Angeles River Ad Hoc Committee, Reyes brought renewed focus to the once-neglected L.A River which lead the river revitalization master Plan, passed on may 2007 that focused on  enhancing water quality, environmental protection, increasing open space and improving flood control.

C-PAN: California Governor's Debate♥

               The two California governor candidates headed into their third and last debate which took place on the Dominican Univerity of Californica. The republican ,Meg Whitman and Democrat, Jerry Brown both faced controversy over the economy, jobs, pensions, education, health care & immigration status. As the debate started to come to a conclusion  Brown was accused of using the term "whore" on his opponent & was seen unrespectfully. He apologized for the use of language that his campain used. In the other hand Whitman was targeted with the treatment of the undocumented housekeeper. In conclusion both defended their side & their plans on reformig California but said very little.
            I feel that this debate could have been better off with out all the use less talk that were brought up against each other apointing one's flaw. Being the last debate televised debate should have been more clear and informative to their future goal's as governer of California. The accusation against brown on using the word "whore" towards whitman was useless for the fact that the minutes could have been better used on important events such as immigration problems and salary cuts on teachers. The economy is at risk even if its improving on the way and could of also been something to say on the debate. :)♥

Religious Freedom

NC teen: Nose ring more than fashion, it's faith

 Sep 16, 2010

            A 14-year old girl by the name of Ariana Iacono has been suspened twice from Clayton High school for violating Johnston County school system's dress code. Ariana and her mother belong to the Church of Body Modification, a small group unfamiliar to rural North Carolina, where in her religion she gets to wear body jewelry and has aroused the opinions of American Civil Liberties Union to fight over the First Amendment, where in doubt expresses her freedom of religion. For now Ariana has been updated with her school work at home while the others sit down in class. She only wants to enter a good college and find a just solution to the problem. 

            Having just 14-years old, the school should not be worried about what she wears or not, rather help her out through school and get the chance to enter a 4-year college. It is also fair that Ariana should follow school codes and rules as the other students do too. Freedom of religion should not be involved for whatever reason and should follow the first amendment out of school grounds. If Ariana comes to an agreement with the school she can be able to go back to school and continue her studies... A simple solution: Remove the nose stun.