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sorry seems to be the hardest word: 1964 comes back to haunt campaign 08
Rep. Lewis rightly calls out McCain. McCain is kind to Obama at town hall meeting. Obama is kind to McCain for being kind to Obama. Will it continue? Or will sorry be the hardest word? See what fear does to political campaigns. See 1964 video Rep. Lewis rightly calls out McCain. McCain is kind to Obama at town hall meeting. Obama is kind to McCain for being kind to Obama. Wi... more
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Thanks for the tee!
Thanks for the shirt! This was taken in the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness in the Adirondacks, with Long Pond Mountain in the background. The pants aren't really that puffy, by the way, it was just very windy. Thanks for the shirt! This was taken in the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness in the Adirondacks, with Long Pond Mountain in the background.... more
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Hey Current, Thanks for the Gifts!
To all of you at Current Networks, Thanks for all the nice gifts you sent me!
The first time I got a hat and two cool black tshirts, one Commentator and the other Contributor and the pocket book, notebook and stickers. One tshirt and the hat I gave to a good friend in Italy and he probably can see running around Rome.
The second time I got more stickers, lenses cleaning cloth, ha Thanks I need that and a plastic card with an embedded ship on it I have not been able to find out what it is. There is no instruction on the card. If any of you know what this card is for, please give a ring.
The sound on the background it is the blue angels flying over the bay.
Big hug and kisses to everybody.
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Will Video Throttle the Internet?
Online video is creating huge increases in bandwidth usage.
According to Cisco Systems, PC online video will make up 25.3% of each month’s worldwide consumer Internet traffic in 2008.
When you add TV online video and the still-nascent category of video communications to PC online video—and yet exclude P2P—32.2% of this year’s consumer traffic is video.
By 2012, as Cisco puts it, “Internet video will be nearly 400 times the US Internet backbone in 2000.”
Unquestionably, the increase will strain bandwidth resources.
“While the Internet is not about to collapse due to the video boom, nor slow down to an unbearable crawl, changes are coming,” says David Hallerman, senior analyst at eMarketer and author of the new report, The Bandwidth Debate: Video and Net Neutrality. “But it’s likely those changes will greatly affect the growth of online video advertising.”
Looking into the future of the Internet, none of the players seems happy.
“ISPs insist that the costs associated with building out Internet capacity should not fall solely on them,” says Mr. Hallerman. “Further, the proliferation of professional video content online—mainly TV shows and full-length movies—threatens the business model of cable companies, who are also major ISPs in most of the US.”
On the other hand, companies invested in the TV business (networks, studios and cable providers) as well as major Internet players (Google, Microsoft and Yahoo!) and smaller sites all hope to carve out a share of the potential profits of video—and they are nervous, too.
“The stakes are high,” says Mr. Hallerman. “Video is set to become the preeminent online vehicle for entertainment, news and sports by early next decade—if it is not already.”
As corporations scramble for profits, consumers could be collateral damage.
“That is because in response to video’s changes, several ISPs are looking to limit their customers’ bandwidth usage through techniques such as monthly download caps—often called throttling—and differentiated service tiers.”
The problem could spill over to online video and its associated advertising. If people need to pay extra for additional bandwidth, many will have qualms about watching too much video, especially full-length TV episodes and movies that will give major support to online video advertising.
“If bandwidth costs are metered, many people will resent all of Internet advertising since those ads will consume some of their service,” says Mr. Hallerman. “That reaction would be particularly true for high-bandwidth video ads.” Online video is creating huge increases in bandwidth usage. ... more -
Obama/Mccain....What about your beliefs/morals?
This is ineteresting because they have both avoided this much needed topic. #current
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cloris leachman
watchin' mccain is like watchin cloris leachman on DANCES W/THE STARS....
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McCain and Obama Campaigns Call for Change in Debate Format
The Open Debate Coalition has been urging both the McCain and Obama campaigns to call for a more open, Internet-friendly, "for the people" style format, and so far McCain and Obama have responded positively.
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McCain and Obama exchange character attacks. Not surprising, but disappointing?
To some extent, it's expected. However, I did hope to see more focus placed on the issues.
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Last week on Current.com - 9/29-10/5
Hey everyone, welcome to Monday...or mid-Monday. It's time, once again, to wrap up what went down in the Current community last week, so let's jump right in.
// Hack the Debate III //
The much anticipated debate between VP candidates Sarah Palin and Joe Biden rocked the world last Thursday, and it sent ripples throughout the community. Did Palin meet expectations? Did Biden blow her out of the water? Plenty of discussion took place (check out the Most Commented Stories section below), but that's just the beginning.
The stage has been set for John McCain and Barack Obama to meet up once again, this time in a Town Hall setting, and we are all ready to go with Hack the Debate III. That's right, fire up your Twitter account and get ready to #current all night long. Head to our debate page for more details:
http://current.com/debate
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Follow Current on Twitter: http://twitter.com/current
// VC2 Leaderboard Winner //
The economic crisis has stirred up some pretty raw emotions, and last week illdoctrine took a minute to give his take on the situation in a pod he called Economics and Annoying Smart Guys. Check out his take on the situation here:
http://current.com/items/89339343_
He must've struck a chord with people because his pod ended up being last week's VC2 leaderboard winner. Kudos to you, illdoctrine, and thanks for sharing your thoughts on the situation here at home. BTW -- nice Dr. Strangelove reference.
// Top 5 Contributors on Current.com //
What would we do without contributions to pour over on a daily basis? What would we put in Current:News? What would we comment and vote on? Contributions are what keep the wheels turning here at Current.com, so let's all take a minute to thank our top 5 contributors from last week:
starr111 (285 items)
http://current.com/people/starr111
bmltv (139 items)
http://current.com/people/bmltv
itenerantsurf (133 items)
http://current.com/people/itenerantsurf
Apocalipstick (106 items)
http://current.com/people/Apocalipstick
ivxx (86 items)
http://current.com/people/ivxx
As you can see, starr111 came back with a vengeance and reclaimed the top spot last week. We'll see what happens next week. We have a few new faces in the top 5 this week, so let's give kudos to itenerantsurf, Apocalipstick, and ivxx. Keep it up, guys!
// Most Commented Stories //
Last week's most commented on stories centered around the plummeting Dow, religious beliefs, the VP debates, and the safety of cannibis. There's plenty to enjoy, so take a look at last week's most commented stories:
Monday
Britain rallies after the Dow plummets
http://current.com/items/89352408_
Tuesday
Religion: Why do people believe in God?
http://current.com/items/89354632_
Wednesday
Palin might be a better debater than thought?
http://current.com/items/89358486_
Thursday
Shock: cannabis is 'safer than alcohol and cigarettes'
http://current.com/items/89362046_
Friday
Palin, Biden face off in VP debate
http://current.com/items/89365000_
Saturday
Flirting her way to victory
http://current.com/items/89369183_
Sunday
Palin says Obama 'palling around' with terrorists
http://current.com/items/89371425_
As always, these are just a few of the stories discussed at length last week. If there is another one out there that caught your eye, point us in the right direction by linking to it in a response below.
Well, there's another week on Current.com in the books, and it looks like we're off to a good start for the next one. I'll see you back here next Monday!
Best,
Mario
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The Topic of the Week 10/3/08
It’s that time of the week again, and I know you’ve all been sitting on the edge of your computer chairs, frantically refreshing the Current blog page to see what the topic of the week will be. Well, refresh no more, here it is: Octopus.
Like last week, Octopus is pretty random topic that most people haven’t checked out, but is very interesting nonetheless. Posts about these eight-legged (or is it eight-armed?) sea creatures ranges from the recent discovery that octopi can either be right or left “handed” to an Australian man caught downloading octopus porn, with the very appropriate first comment on this item being, “??? What exactly is octopus porn? …” Good question, and happily, I have no idea. And while all these posts are really interesting/twisted, my favorite has to be “The octopus who loves his Mr Potato Head.” Really, how cute is that? It’s his special plastic friend! And if that wasn’t enough, this very unique little octopus is named Louis. It’s equivalent to naming your dog Bob and I love it.
So if you haven’t yet read these cephalopod-centric posts under the Octopus topic, I suggest reading up on our eight-tentacled friends. And if you come across another quirky octopus story, you know what to do.
Have any good stories about octopi? Post them here too! But please, no octopi porn.
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APOSTROPHE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Why don't apostrophes work about 70% of the time on current??? Anybody notice?
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Biden spoke of filling in NATO forces in Palestine...does the American public even know what this means? It means drawing down in Iraq and sending troops to Palestine. The Obama-Biden team is using their Iraq drawdown marketing strategy that is completely overshadowing their real plans. I suggest that the public really think about their decision and realize that these two are just politicians who are speaking what the American public wants to hear... Biden spoke of filling in NATO forces in Palestine...does the American public even know what this means? It means drawing down in Ira... more
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Last week on Current.com - 9/22-9/28
Another week has passed, and boy, what a week it was! Every Monday I take a look back at the past week on Current.com, and I cram it all together in a recap here on the blog. Here we go!
// Hack the Debate I //
Our first Hack the Debate took place last Friday. In case you missed it, we'll be rebroadcasting the first debate on Current TV tonight: 9pm EST/6PM PST. So tune in, take notes, and get ready to tweet #current this Thursday when Palin and Biden face off for the first time ever.
For more info: http://current.com/debate
Brett Erlich (@bretterlich) explains Twitter and the Hack the Debate concept: http://current.com/items/89332781_
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// VC2 Leaderboard Winner //
Last week's leaderboard winner was dre_allday's, The truth about People's Park -- a detailed look at the section of land in Berkeley, CA rooted in the 60s peace movement.
http://current.com/items/89293868_
Give it a view and offer dre_allday some feedback when you get a chance. Congrats, dre_allday!
// Top Five Contributors on Current.com //
Contributions really are crucial to Current.com, a well-contributed item can spark a wealth of discussion, collaboration, and debate. Each week I pull up the top 5 contributors from the week before, and give them some well-deserved kudos. Here are last week's star clippers:
bmltv (269 items)
http://current.com/people/bmltv
starr111 (239 items)
http://current.com/people/starr111
shugaray (103 items)
http://current.com/people/shugaray
TravG73 (89 items)
http://current.com/people/TravG73
GrandKnow2 (82 items)
http://current.com/people/GrandKnow2
Last week I noted that starr111 has held the top spot for two-weeks running, but this week things have changed. Out of virtually nowhere, bmltv has taken the #1 spot for the first time ever. Congrats! It wasn't without a fight, though. starr111 managed to post 239 items last week, up from 175 last week. TravG73 made his second appearance in the top 5, and we also have a newcomer: GrandKnow2. Kudos to everyone, and thanks for turning up the dial on your contributions!
// Most Commented Stories //
In an effort to change things up a bit, I'm going to slightly tweak the Most Commented Stories section for this week. Instead, let's focus on the stories that accrued the most comments each day. So here you go, seven stories that were extremely popular in commentator circles last week. Enjoy!
Monday
Significant drop in Palin's popularity
http://current.com/items/89324856_
Tuesday
Magazine promotes sterilization for women in their 20's
http://current.com/items/89331083_
Wednesday
Anti-Obama shirt riles school
http://current.com/items/89333929_
Thursday
Legislator proposes sterilization for poor women
http://current.com/items/89336988_
Friday
McCain will attend presidential debate tonight
http://current.com/items/89342228_
Saturday
Why didn't McCain look at Obama?
http://current.com/items/89347285_
Sunday
Army deploys combat unit in US for possible civil
http://current.com/items/89345009_
Give these a quick read if you happened to miss them, and if you found other stories from last week interesting, take a minute to point us in their direction by linking them in a response below.
So there you have it, last week on Current.com all wrapped up nicely. If you're gunning for the top 5, get ready to contribute to your heart's content. I'll see you here next week for another recap.
Best,
Mario
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Hack the Debate II
Here it is. The promo for our second Hack the Debate will commence on October 2nd, so sharpen your Twitter skills and prepare to join in.
Visit our Hack the Debate page for more info: http://current.com/debate
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Mario
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OBAMA YALL
Mc.CAIN IS TOO OLD TO BE PRESIDENT AN OBAMA HAS THE KNOWLEDGE TO GET AMERICA BACK TO BEING ONE OF THE STRONGEST NATIONS
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Our operators are standing by…
A snapshot from Current Towers of preparations for our Hack the Debate coverage. We're getting ready -- hope you're all getting ready too!
http://current.com/debate A snapshot from Current Towers of preparations for our Hack the Debate coverage. We're getting ready -- hope you're all get... more -
Open call for submissions to...Slamdance
Calling all producers! We've teamed up with Slamdance again this year, and we're looking for five short documentary films by filmmakers like you, and that guy over there, to debut on the big screen at the festival this year.
Upload your film by November 10th for a chance to be screened at Slamdance, and you can read more about getting your work screened at Slamdance here:
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Who would you like to see participate in Hack the Debate?
Tell us what you think in a response! Webcams! Words! Most importantly, your opinion!
To find out more about Hack the Debate, visit: http://current.com/debate
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Last week on Current.com - 9/15-9/21
Well, another week has passed, which means it's time to recap the last week on Current.com. There's plenty to dive into here, so let's get to it.
// VC2 Leaderboard Winner //
Last week's leaderboard was a doozy, but Danielmklopp's Down to Dribble pod managed to scrape up enough popularity over the course of the week to earn the top spot. If you haven't given it a view yet, click play and take a trip to Peru for some enriching community basketball dribbling. Congrats, Danielmklopp!
// Top Five Contributors on Current.com //
Without contributions, the Current community would starve for things to discuss. So, it seems only fitting to give props to our top contributors of stories, blogs, and other various items each. They give us the stuff to discuss and vote on, so let's give them a round of applause for keeping us fed with the latest and greatest.
starr111 (175 items)
http://current.com/people/starr111
arcticspirit (105 items)
http://current.com/people/arcticspirit
MeganMcKenzie (90 items)
http://current.com/people/MeganMcKenzie
BuddyP (84 items)
http://current.com/people/BuddyP
shugaray (82 items)
http://current.com/people/shugaray
Wow, starr111 has held up the top spot two weeks in a row, but articspirit is a newcomer to the list and proves that anyone could slip right into #1 with a little dedicated clipping. It's also great to see MeganMcKenzie in the mix as well. Thanks for your steady contributions, guys!
// Most Commented Stories //
We know who's bringing the stories to the community table, but which ones really got our community embroiled in deep discussion? Here's a look at the stories that racked up the most comments last week:
Twelve-year-old rape victim to become a mother
http://current.com/items/89316631_
Fed Bail-out Again?
http://current.com/items/89309917_
There's no arguing with conservatives… No, seriously, scientific studies prove it
http://current.com/items/89311720_
Congressional leaders stunned by warnings
http://current.com/items/89320799_
Obama regains lead over McCain nationally
http://current.com/items/89313960_
Joe Biden calls it 'patriotic' for the wealthy to pay more taxes
http://current.com/items/89315613_
Judge says Feds violated 10th Amendment by subverting state marijuana laws
http://current.com/items/89302937_
Russia defies U.S. with arms sales to Iran and Venezuela
http://current.com/items/89317148_
Wall Street crisis is culmination of 28 years of deregulation
http://current.com/items/89307535_
Using drugs? Your touch can give you away
http://current.com/items/89323108_
Anonymous hacks Sarah Palin's email
http://current.com/items/89312131_
America needs to reject the fraudulent two-party system
http://current.com/items/89313033_
Obama campaign in court to defend the right to vote
http://current.com/items/89310832_
Lohan calls Sarah Palin homophobe
http://current.com/items/89304164_
Unreligious tolerance: the plight of atheism
http://current.com/items/89323857_
If you haven't read these, take a few minutes to catch up and join in the discussion.
So that's last week in a nutshell...kind of. Of course there were other stories that picked up last week, so if there was one that you think should make the list, add it in a response below. Alright everyone, start your contributing engines, and I'll meet you back here next week to recap the whole thing.
Best,
Mario
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