Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Federal Court Smudge! I mean Judge!!! Time to change robes or cotes, I mean coats!!!



And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear the causes between your brethren, and judge righteously between every man and his brother, and the stranger that is with him. Deuteronomy 1:16

John 7:24 "Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment."

Deuteronomy 16:18 "You shall appoint for yourself judges and officers in all your towns which the LORD your God is giving you, according to your tribes, and they shall judge the people with righteous judgment.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Does anyone know about this? If you dont here you are!

[DOCID: f:publ002.111]

[[Page 123 STAT. 5]]

Public Law 111-2
111th Congress

An Act



To amend title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Age
Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and to modify the operation of
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, to clarify that a discriminatory compensation decision or other
practice that is unlawful under such Acts occurs each time compensation
is paid pursuant to the discriminatory compensation decision or other
practice, and for other purposes. <>

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, <Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009. 42 USC 2000a note.>>
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.

This Act may be cited as the ``Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of
2009''.
SEC. 2. <> FINDINGS.

Congress finds the following:
(1) The Supreme Court in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Co., 550 U.S. 618 (2007), significantly impairs statutory
protections against discrimination in compensation that Congress
established and that have been bedrock principles of American
law for decades. The Ledbetter decision undermines those
statutory protections by unduly restricting the time period in
which victims of discrimination can challenge and recover for
discriminatory compensation decisions or other practices,
contrary to the intent of Congress.
(2) The limitation imposed by the Court on the filing of
discriminatory compensation claims ignores the reality of wage
discrimination and is at odds with the robust application of the
civil rights laws that Congress intended.
(3) With regard to any charge of discrimination under any
law, nothing in this Act is intended to preclude or limit an
aggrieved person's right to introduce evidence of an unlawful
employment practice that has occurred outside the time for
filing a charge of discrimination.
(4) Nothing in this Act is intended to change current law
treatment of when pension distributions are considered paid.
SEC. 3. DISCRIMINATION IN COMPENSATION BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR,
RELIGION, SEX, OR NATIONAL ORIGIN.

Section 706(e) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e-
5(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following:
``(3)(A) For purposes of this section, an unlawful employment
practice occurs, with respect to discrimination in compensation in
violation of this title, when a discriminatory compensation decision or
other practice is adopted, when an individual becomes subject to a
discriminatory compensation decision or other practice, or

[[Page 123 STAT. 6]]

when an individual is affected by application of a discriminatory
compensation decision or other practice, including each time wages,
benefits, or other compensation is paid, resulting in whole or in part
from such a decision or other practice.
``(B) In addition to any relief authorized by section 1977A of the
Revised Statutes (42 U.S.C. 1981a), liability may accrue and an
aggrieved person may obtain relief as provided in subsection (g)(1),
including recovery of back pay for up to two years preceding the filing
of the charge, where the unlawful employment practices that have
occurred during the charge filing period are similar or related to
unlawful employment practices with regard to discrimination in
compensation that occurred outside the time for filing a charge.''.
SEC. 4. DISCRIMINATION IN COMPENSATION BECAUSE OF AGE.

Section 7(d) of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29
U.S.C. 626(d)) is amended--
(1) in the first sentence--
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as
subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively; and
(B) by striking ``(d)'' and inserting ``(d)(1)'';
(2) in the third sentence, by striking ``Upon'' and
inserting the following:

``(2) Upon''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:

``(3) For purposes of this section, an unlawful practice occurs,
with respect to discrimination in compensation in violation of this Act,
when a discriminatory compensation decision or other practice is
adopted, when a person becomes subject to a discriminatory compensation
decision or other practice, or when a person is affected by application
of a discriminatory compensation decision or other practice, including
each time wages, benefits, or other compensation is paid, resulting in
whole or in part from such a decision or other practice.''.
SEC. 5. APPLICATION TO OTHER LAWS.

(a) <> Americans With Disabilities Act
of 1990.--The amendments made by section 3 shall apply to claims of
discrimination in compensation brought under title I and section 503 of
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12111 et seq.,
12203), pursuant to section 107(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 12117(a)),
which adopts the powers, remedies, and procedures set forth in section
706 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e-5).

(b) <> Rehabilitation Act of 1973.--The
amendments made by section 3 shall apply to claims of discrimination in
compensation brought under sections 501 and 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 791, 794), pursuant to--
(1) sections 501(g) and 504(d) of such Act (29 U.S.C.
791(g), 794(d)), respectively, which adopt the standards applied
under title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 for
determining whether a violation has occurred in a complaint
alleging employment discrimination; and
(2) paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 505(a) of such Act (29
U.S.C. 794a(a)) (as amended by subsection (c)).

(c) Conforming Amendments.--
(1) Rehabilitation act of 1973.--Section 505(a) of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794a(a)) is amended--

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(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting after ``(42
U.S.C. 2000e-5 (f) through (k))'' the following: ``(and
the application of section 706(e)(3) (42 U.S.C. 2000e-
5(e)(3)) to claims of discrimination in compensation)'';
and
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting after ``1964''
the following: ``(42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq.) (and in
subsection (e)(3) of section 706 of such Act (42 U.S.C.
2000e-5), applied to claims of discrimination in
compensation)''.
(2) Civil rights act of 1964.--Section 717 of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e-16) is amended by adding at
the end the following:

``(f) Section 706(e)(3) shall apply to complaints of discrimination
in compensation under this section.''.
(3) Age discrimination in employment act of 1967.--Section
15(f) of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29
U.S.C. 633a(f)) is amended by striking ``of section'' and
inserting ``of sections 7(d)(3) and''.
SEC. 6. <> EFFECTIVE DATE.

This Act, and the amendments made by this Act, take effect as if
enacted on May 28, 2007 and apply to all claims of discrimination in
compensation under title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.
2000e et seq.), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29
U.S.C. 621 et seq.), title I and section 503 of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, and sections 501 and 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, that are pending on or after that date.

Approved January 29, 2009.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 181 (H.R. 11):
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CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 155 (2009):
Jan. 15, 21, 22, considered and passed Senate.
Jan. 27, considered and passed House.
DAILY COMPILATION OF PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS (2009):
Jan. 29, Presidential remarks.


Notice Concerning the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
On January 29, 2009, President Obama signed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 ("Act"), which supersedes the Supreme Court's decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Inc., 550 U.S. 618 (2007). Ledbetter had required a compensation discrimination charge to be filed within 180 days of a discriminatory pay-setting decision (or 300 days in jurisdictions that have a local or state law prohibiting the same form of compensation discrimination).

The Act restores the pre-Ledbetter position of the EEOC that each paycheck that delivers discriminatory compensation is a wrong actionable under the federal EEO statutes, regardless of when the discrimination began. As noted in the Act, it recognizes the "reality of wage discrimination" and restores "bedrock principles of American law."

Under the Act, an individual subjected to compensation discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 may file a charge within 180 (or 300) days of any of the following:

when a discriminatory compensation decision or other discriminatory practice affecting compensation is adopted;
when the individual becomes subject to a discriminatory compensation decision or other discriminatory practice affecting compensation; or
when the individual's compensation is affected by the application of a discriminatory compensation decision or other discriminatory practice, including each time the individual receives compensation that is based in whole or part on such compensation decision or other practice.
The Act has a retroactive effective date of May 28, 2007, and applies to all claims of discriminatory compensation pending on or after that date.

Notice to Potential Charging Parties: If you are aware of unexplained differences between your own compensation and coworkers' compensation and believe that the difference is because of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability, you should call 1-800-669-4000 or 1-800-669-6820 (TTY) for more information on filing a charge with the EEOC.


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Monday, June 8, 2009

Scapethroat!!! I mean Scapegoat!!!

'CLOSET' AFFAIR POISONS FIRED-EMPLOYEE LAWSUIT
By DAVID SEIFMAN

A LAWSUIT filed against the Health De partment alleging time-card shenanigans has taken a bizarre turn into accusations the Poison Control Unit director and a female subordinate were engaged in a different kind of shenanigans. The lawsuit filed by Tom Tucker, a former poison-information specialist, claims he was fired on Sept. 20, 2007, for reporting illegal practices to the Department of Investigation that included "time-card stealing." To bolster his case, Tucker's lawyers deposed administrative aide Marie- France Vincent, who oversees timekeeping records. Under questioning, Vincent acknowledged that she wasn't comfortable talking about her bosses. She soon learned her instincts were sound. Tucker lawyer Walker Harman asked a question that brought the July 23, 2008, deposition to a halt: "Did you ever observe Ms. Zappala and Mr. Hoffman engaging in a sexual act?" he asked, referring to unit chief Dr. Robert Hoffman and administrative manager Maria Zappala. "I take the Fifth on this one," responded Vincent. After a flurry of legal activity, it was decided to postpone the proceedings until Feb. 25, 2009. The same question came up again. "Right now, I don't recall," Vincent said this time. "I don't remember." ". . . Are you saying that it's possible that you did observe this?" came back Harman. "No, I just don't remember right now," she said. But in a separate affidavit filed in Manhattan federal court, another employee, Joseph Bueno, stated: "Ms. Vincent informed me that she walked in on Dr. Hoffman and Ms. Zappala engaging in sexual relations and was subsequently being intimidated and threatened by Dr. Hoffman." Reached by The Post, Hoffman said he wasn't allowed to talk to the press and referred calls to the Health Department, which declined comment. Zappala denied that she and Hoffman were ever caught in a compromising position, and said this was the first time she had even heard such a charge. "The whole thing never happened," she declared in her own deposition on Feb. 11, 2009. Tucker claims that officials at the Poison Control Unit routinely padded timesheets, sometimes to equalize salaries of Health Department employees and those paid through Bellevue Hospital. david.seifman@nypost.com

http://www.nypost.com/seven/06072009/news/columnists/closet_affair_poisons_fired_employee_law_172979.htm

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Excuse me Mr. CDC

" I have 8 million patients, if any one of them dies prematurley in NYC, its my fault." - Thomas Frieden NYC Health Dept. Commissioner, (New CDC Director)

Swine Flu death toll in NYC is now up to 4, Can someone call Mr. CDC to find out how much fault he has in this? These folks did die prematurley while Frieden claimed this responsibility and accountability years before. Now What?

Years ago if you made a statement that we would have our first Black President, the average response would be yeah right the day that happens pigs will fly.

Does swine flu count since its airborne? Does this mean Pigs are Flying? LOL!!!

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Now its on!!! After I am done, you will step down from this one also. You corruption bandits!!!

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary
_________________________________________________
For Immediate Release May, 15 2009


President Obama Appoints Dr. Thomas Frieden as CDC Director

Applauds Acting Director Besser’s leadership on H1N1 flu response; Dr. Besser will continue to lead CDC’s Coordinating Office for Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced that he has appointed Dr. Thomas Frieden, currently Commissioner of the New York City Health Department, as Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

President Obama also announced that Acting CDC Director Dr. Rich Besser, who has led the CDC’s Coordinating Office for Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response for the past four years, will continue in this role.

President Obama said, "America relies on a strong public health system and the work at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is critical to our mission to preserve and protect the health and safety of our citizens. Dr. Frieden is an expert in preparedness and response to health emergencies, and has been at the forefront of the fight against heart disease, cancer and obesity, infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and AIDS, and in the establishment of electronic health records. Dr. Frieden has been a leader in the fight for health care reform, and his experiences confronting public health challenges in our country and abroad will be essential in this new role."

President Obama added, "Secretary Sebelius and I thank Acting CDC Director Dr. Rich Besser and the women and men throughout the CDC for their superb work, especially over the past weeks. Dr. Besser has led the CDC’s Coordinating Office for Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response for the past four years, and those preparations were essential during the recent H1N1 flu detection and response activities. We are very pleased he will continue in that role."

Frieden will begin his work at the CDC in early June.

President Obama made the following announcement today:

Dr. Thomas Frieden, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Dr. Frieden has been Commissioner of the New York City Health Department, one of the nation’s largest public health agencies, since January 2002. He has led efforts that reduced the number of smokers by 350,000 and cut teen smoking in half. New York City has also increased cancer screening, reduced AIDS deaths by 40%, improved collection and availability of information on community health, and implemented the largest community electronic health records project in the country. Dr. Frieden and his team have responded effectively to several urgent health problems including cases of anthrax, plague and, most recently, H1N1 influenza. Dr.Frieden worked for CDC from 1990 to 2002. In the early 1990s, as a CDC Epidemiologic Intelligence Service Officer, Dr. Frieden investigated a wide range of issues including the spread of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. Following that, along with then NYC Health Commissioner and current Food and Drug Administration head nominee Dr. Margaret Hamburg, Dr. Frieden led the effort that stopped the spread of drug-resistant tuberculosis. Following that, Dr. Frieden helped the Indian government establish a tuberculosis control program which has now saved more than one million lives. Dr. Frieden, who received his MD and MPH degrees from Columbia University and completed infectious disease training at Yale University has written more than 200 scientific articles and received numerous awards and honors.

About the CDC:

CDC is the lead agency to help State and local health authorities detect and control chronic disease and infectious disease threats, including the threat of bioterrorism.

CDC, Federal partners, and State and local health agencies safeguard the water we drink, air we breathe, food we eat, homes we live in, and our safety at work. Our nation’s public health agencies improve detection and treatment of health problems in our children, our workers, our parents – all Americans. They ensure immunizations, respond to AIDS and other infectious diseases, safeguard healthy pregnancies, and help children start on the right path so they can reach their full potential. These agencies also address smoking, poor nutrition, and physical inactivity – the three factors that account for most preventable illness and death in our society today. And they track our health progress, monitoring rates of illness and death in communities, very much as doctors measure blood pressure and other vital signs in individual patients.

Public health is also essential to health reform. As the nation’s lead prevention agency, CDC will play a key role to establish a health care system that is more accessible, more cost-effective, and more accountable.

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Somebody was on to this a long time now!

Raping New York City Taxpayers
Date: August 1, 2008

Rarely does the Apathetic Voter receive communications from our “dedicated” public servants. I’m sure that fear of retribution silences most employees while they watch their co-workers and superiors gorge themselves at the public trough.

We have all heard or been informed by our friends and associates and the occasional media outlet “news bites” of the callous attitude government employees have about spending taxpayer money, but the Apathetic Voter passes on those infrequent letters from government employees for your consumption.

The following is a letter the Apathetic Voter received from an employee of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection. Although this individual’s documentation of waste may seem miniscule in comparison to the massive waste and corruption we have documented over the years, multiplying these typical abuses that are witnessed on a daily basis times the thousands of government organizations quickly adds up to a waste of billions upon billions of dollars of your hard earned money each year, with little service to the people in return.

Let us remember that these abuses would never be permitted in the liberal-maligned private sector because the private sector’s objective is to run an efficient operation and turn a profit and not to pocket taxpayer money for their own personal gain.

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MISMANAGEMENT @ NYC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION'S HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE UNIT



I work in the same office as Moustafa Fawzy and must say the major portion (>60%) of overtime incurred by Mr. Fawzy is by being on-call at home. Most City Agencies have directors/supervisors who are available after-hours to dispatch emergency personnel to jobs. These directors/supervisors are in a managerial position so they are not paid any overtime.



Mr. Fawzy is Director of the Hazardous Materials Response Unit, but he is not in a managerial title as most Directors are at DEP. Mr. Fawzy alternates the monthly on-call schedule with his Deputy Director, Innocenzo Catanzaro (if you look closely, Mr. Catanzaro’s overtime amount is close to that of Mr. Fawzy). How the on-call schedule works is that from 6:00 PM – 8:00 AM weekdays if no emergencies come in the on-call supervisor gets paid one hour overtime for every two hours not called; therefore, it amounts to 7 hours of paid overtime if there are no emergencies. If an emergency does occur, the supervisor gets 4 hours of paid overtime and dispatches one of his inspectors to respond. On weekends, the supervisor is on-call 24 hours/day. Note: if there are no emergencies on a weekend, the supervisor earns 24 hours of overtime pay. That means for the month of June the supervisor would have made 255 hours of paid overtime if NO EMERGENCIES were called in.



Additionally, Moustafa Fawzy has not been seen at work for quite some time, he calls in from time-time to see how things are going. The functions of DEP’s Hazardous Materials Response Unit are to support those of the First Responders in NYPD’s Hazmat Unit & FDNY’s elite Hazardous Materials Unit. Someone should seriously investigate DEP’s Hazardous Materials Response Unit to combat this abuse of fraudulent overtime, especially now that they have received Homeland Security monies. One can guarantee that the overtime will increase dramatically for both Director Fawzy & Deputy Director Catanzaro.



One can eliminate all this needless overtime waste by making Mr. Fawzy & Mr. Catanzaro managers, and implement shift-work for the rest of the staff (8-4, 4-12, 12-8, 7 days/week). If shift schedules were implemented, the overtime abuse which is a recurring expense (and partially offset with Homeland Security money) could be reduced significantly.

Mr. Fawzy & Mr. Catanzaro also refuse to use the city’s CITYTIME system and instead input their own times for the payroll department, thus making them accountable to no-one.



Most City Agency employees (except NYPD & FDNY) have a 20% overtime cap, but DEP’s Haz Mat Unit has a 50% cap for the responders, but an UNLIMITED cap for Mr. Fawzy & Mr. Catanzaro. Last year each of these two individuals earned over six figures. This not the first time that Moustafa Fawzy was listed in the Top Ten City Overtime earners. Mr. Fawzy has also had raises totaling over 50% since 1997.



Members of DEP’s Haz Mat Unit are NOT First Responders, ONLY NYPD & FDNY are. Meanwhile, DEP’ Haz Mat employees (including support personnel & recently hired college graduates) are all driving brand new unmarked vehicles to and from home which are equipped with emergency lights & sirens. Nobody knows why their vehicles should be unmarked.



DEP’s Haz Mat Unit also sets up its own around-the-clock Command Center for the US Tennis Open. Last year at the US Tennis Open, they spent the day eating and drinking on City time. The US Tennis Open is just a few minutes away from their Lefrak City offices, so it was not necessary to have a Command Center setup in the first place. Meanwhile, DEP’s Upstate Hazardous Materials Response Unit in charge of safeguarding the reservoirs and water supply are short staffed and their overtime has been reduced to <10%, even though the Water Supply is known to be a top terrorist target.



Someone should derail the “gravy train” that Mr. Fawzy and his staff have been riding for years; costing the City tens of thousands of dollars over the years. This unit functions with little to no oversight thus creating a blank check for overtime/stand-by. Mr. Fawzy reports directly to Assistant Commissioner Bob Avaltroni who does nothing more than sits in his office all day allowing this blatant abuse to continue. At the same time, the Agency’s gross mismanagement by focusing its efforts on this one Haz Mat Unit has placed its other systems in jeopardy.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Check out the video on this one. Its truly a Masterpiece!

SOUNDS FAMILIAR?

Shakeup at DEP's Hazmat
Unit
Last Edited: Monday, 16 Feb 2009, 10:33 PM EST
Created On: Monday, 16 Feb 2009, 10:32 PM EST

MYFOXNY.COM - After a report from Fox 5, a New York City agency that is partly in charge of your safety is seeing a big shakeup. A special unit within the Department of Environmental Protection that is trained to deal with weapons of mass destruction might be doing some "self destructing" of its own and making big bucks along the way. John Deutzman uncovered the problems. He reports that change is on its way.

>CONTACT JOHN

This is truly Unbelievable! This sounds extremeley familiar!

Check out the video on this story! Masterpiece!

www.myfoxny.com/dpp/news/investigative/090216_Shakeup_at_DEPs_Hazmat_Unit

Saturday, February 7, 2009

You did know about it, now you are being protected. Unbelievable!! Soon it will all be public,you can count on it!!

Testimony
Thomas R. Frieden, M.D., M.P.H.
Commissioner
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
regarding
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
Before the
The Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs'
Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
United States Senate
May 21, 2003

'The best protection against the threat of a new disease is a strong public
health infrastructure working in close partnership with the medical community. It
is more imperative than ever that our nation’s public health infrastructure be
financially supported and strengthened. In New York City, my department has
8
identified immediate needs requiring at least $104 million. These needs include
the cost of upgrading our laboratory, retrofitting our facilities for emergency use,
planning and establishing points of distribution (POD) sites for preventive mass
treatment, and equipment and computer software to enhance our capacity to
respond to chemical, biological and radiological events. In addition, our public
hospitals alone need more than $35 million to address their immediate needs to
prepare for public health emergencies. And this does not even begin to address
the financial needs of other first responders, such as fire, police, the EMS
system, and our emergency preparedness coordinators.
To ensure speed and
effectiveness in the grant process, it is of critical importance that federal funding
continues to come directly to the City. The threats of terrorism and of new or reemerging
infectious diseases will remain a concern for the foreseeable future.
Only a concerted, sustained federal investment in public health will ensure our
capability to respond and protect our communities.
Thank you for the opportunity to testify on this important matter. I will be
happy to try to answer any questions you may have.'
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Commissioner of Conflicts of Interest Rule Breaking

Articles courtesy of NY Daily News

Mayor Bloomberg's aides staff his foundation without city ethics check
Sunday, December 23rd 2007, 4:00 AM

Mayor Bloomberg's closest aide, Deputy Mayor Patti Harris, has been working for his charitable foundation without first getting clearance from city ethics watchdogs.

Harris, who earns $227,219 a year on the city payroll, took on an advisory role for the Bloomberg Family Foundation, which the mayor set up last year to give away his billions.

And she's not the only city employee doing side work with the foundation.

Her assistant, Allison Jaffin, has also spent time working on behalf of the charity without prior approval from the city Conflicts of Interest Board.

Their work is unpaid, and Bloomberg spokesman Stu Loeser called it a "minimal amount."

The city charter generally bans bosses and subordinates from entering into business relationships with each other or doing private work on city time unless the Conflicts of Interest Board agrees it is in New York's best interest.

As the mayor tries to figure out what his third career is going to be - politics, philanthropy, something else - the line between his public and private lives seems to be growing increasingly muddy.

He insisted this summer he had no involvement in his media company and then had to backtrack a few days later, admitting he talks to top execs frequently.

The close relationship was underscored when Deputy Mayor Dan Doctoroff recently announced he is stepping down to become second in command at Bloomberg LP.

The Bloomberg Family Foundation, which IRS filings show the mayor seeded with $500 million in September 2006, appears to be turning into another power destination for loyal Bloomberg aides.

The News has learned that Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden also has been volunteering with the foundation, including traveling to China in August to look at anti-smoking efforts there.

Unlike in Harris' case, Frieden's work was approved by the Conflicts of Interest Board. Bloomberg seemed to be aware of a potential clash with city rules in January, when he wrote to the board to ask for approval for Frieden's work.

The board agreed in March, as long as Frieden worked on his own time.

The Bloomberg letter said other commissioners and "high-level" employees were interested in volunteering for the foundation - not surprising considering the potential for a future job at a much better salary and without the constant public scrutiny.

Harris has been Bloomberg's trusted adviser, especially on philanthropy, for years. But she was not named in the letter, and the board granted a waiver only for Frieden.

After The News questioned mayoral staffers' involvement in the foundation, Loeser said the office assumed the Frieden decision covered other employees but would now ask the board for an opinion about Harris and Jaffin.

As for why City Hall is hunting for permission now - nine months after the Frieden waiver was granted - Loeser said it was because the foundation's work is "ramping up."

A year after it was announced, the foundation has a handful of employees, including its original hires, former Human Resources Commissioner Verna Eggleston and one-time Bloomberg LP executive Susan Calzone.

Frieden's ex-deputy at the Health Department, Dr. Kelly Henning, has been brought aboard to head up the anti-smoking programs.

The foundation has not yet given away any money, a spokesman said. A $125 million anti-tobacco effort announced by the mayor last year will come partly from the foundation and partly from the mayor's wallet.

Which begs the question: Is the foundation ramping up, or just waiting for its staff members to finish their time at City Hall?

kdanis@nydailynews.com

Frieden's Bloomberg Foundation Work
February 6, 2009
Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden, who is reportedly up for a job with the Obama administration, met with Mayor Bloomberg’s top pollster and another political consultant last year, according to records obtained by the DN's Kate Lucadamo.

The Health Department says both lunch meetings were part of Frieden's private work for the Bloomberg Family Foundation.

The commissioner's shedule reveals he had a morning sit-down with Stephan Rabimov of Global Political Risk Consulting in January 2008 and met pollster Doug Schoen for lunch in October.

An agency spokeswoman said Frieden interviewed Rabimov in his office for a job with the World Lung Foundation - a partner in the Global Tobacco Control Project, which Bloomberg’s foundation backs. Rabimov got the gig.

The Schoen powwow was “to discuss the global tobacco control effort,” Frieden’s spokeswoman said.

As the News reported last year, Frieden (unlike other members of the administration) sought and received a waiver from the Conflict of Interests Board to volunteer his time for the Bloomberg Family Foundation.

The Health commissioner and others on Team Bloomberg were planning to work for the private foundation when the mayor's term ended, but his successful push to change term limits and subsequent campaign for a third term may put the kibosh on that idea.

Now Frieden’s name is being circulated for the new head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention where he once worked - much to the chagrin of AIDS activists, who disagree with his efforts to make HIV testing more routine. (Fixed).

That position appears to be in limbo since Sen. Tom Daschle withdrew his nomination for U.S. Health Secretary this week because of tax trouble.

Tags:
City Hall , Mayor Bloomberg
By Elizabeth Benjamin on February 6, 2009 2:32 PM

Remember this, Mr. Commish, You said it, "I have 8 million patients. If any one of them dies prematurely in New York City, it's my fault!"

Thomas Frieden- DOHMH Commissioner

Who
Thomas Frieden is New York City's Commissioner of Health. He's part of the reason why you can't light up in a bar and why cigarettes cost $7.50 a pack. He's also the guy to thank for the city's free condoms program.

Backstory
The baby-faced Brooklynite earned his medical degree from Columbia and specialized in infectious diseases at Yale before starting a career in the city's Department of Health in 1990. Two years later, he became head of the city's Bureau of Tuberculosis Control, where he was charged with reducing the incidence of TB in the city. He later left the city's employ and in 1997 moved to India, under the auspices of the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization, to work with the Indian government to help stop the spread of TB. He returned to New York in 2002 after Mayor Bloomberg gave him the city's top health post.

Of note
When Bloomberg offered Friedan the job, he agreed on the condition that he'd have the mayor's backing to make people "angry." True to his word, Frieden has infuriated plenty of citizens, most prominently by proposing an increase in cigarette taxes, and pushing for the citywide indoor smoking ban that went into effect in 2003 (which has been so successful it's become a model for similar bans in countries as smoker-friendly as France, Ireland and Italy). Friedan has also frequently butted heads with the city's restaurateurs, stumping for a ban on trans fats, putting restaurant inspection scores online, and stepping up the frequency and rigorousness of restaurant inspections in the wake of an embarrassing news report in 2007 that showed rats run amok in a KFC/Taco Bell in Greenwich Village. His push to expand the city's free condoms program, including a much-hyped redesign of the packages using the same fonts as the subway system, met with inevitable resistance from the city's Catholic leaders.

Keeping score
He made $181,719 from the city in 2007.

In person
Frieden's calling card is his in-your-face style, and although some say he lacks grace and charm, the basket of free condoms in his office with which he tempts visitors at least shows a sense of humor.

Soundbite
"I have 8 million patients. If any one of them dies prematurely in New York City, it's my fault!"

Personal
Frieden is married to Barbara Chang, whom he met at Oberlin. They live in Brooklyn Heights where the doc owns a collection of plastic sputum collectors, used to take samples from TB patients. He's the first to admit that it's weird.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

2009 and its still a pain in the behind!

I know I said I was done with this blog, but I really cant help it. I mean the damn thing is still going and Bruce Ivins is dead. I dont care if its a copycat or the real deal. This does not sit comfortable with me. Attached are some excerpts from the attached link to this posting. For those who were not listening, pay close attention. Dont just look at it, see it, for all those who heard what I said now you will listen. I mean hearing and listening are two different things. Take a close look.

I hope they find the people and prosecute them.

It's a serious crime even if turns out the powder was not contaminating.

As a precaution, the law school alerted the Harvard University Police Department, the university’s environmental health and safety team, and the Cambridge police and fire departments.

“You have to take these things extremely seriously,”

“Even with negative lab results, it’s still a form of domestic terrorism.”

Powder mailed to Dershowitz tests negative for anthrax - Local News Updates - The Boston Globe

addition links:
news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090121/ap_on_re_us/white_powder_dow_jones

online.wsj.com/article/SB123255608023802845.html

www.ny1.com/content/top_stories/92603/wsj-building-evacuated-after-receiving-suspicious-mail/Default.aspx

Friday, January 16, 2009

Its been fun.

I decided to no longer post new info on this blog, mainly because I have lost the zeal and the passion to continue. I stand behind this blog 110%, thats why it will always be accessible as long as the computer remains alive. The cause for this blog has been met and the purpose has been approached with caution and care. Now its time to say GOODBYE to all my readers. There is still alot of info on this blog that can keep you sustained for years, but I decided to take a new path. God bless you all and for those who understand this blog, Well, I guess you know, NO HARD FEELINGS!

Friday, January 9, 2009

Just thought you should be refreshed!

Cutaneous (skin) infection is the most common form of the disease. It occurs when the spores come in contact with an area of skin that is broken, such as a cut or a sore. Cultaneous anthrax is marked by an itchy, blister-like lesion that eventually forms a boil with a black center. The boils respond well if treated with antibiotics right away.

Symptoms may develop one to six days after exposure to the germ. Since the anthrax germ can live for a long time in the environment, symptoms may not start for up to 60 or more days after the germ has released into the air.

If the germ gets into your skin, your skin will have small sore that will become a blister. The blister then develops into a boil with a black area in the center.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classify agents with known bioterrorism potential into three priority areas (A, B and C). Anthrax is ranked as a Category A agent. Category A agents are those that:

pose the greatest threat to public health

may spread across a large area or need public awareness

need a great deal of planning to protect the public’s health

Clothing for anthrax response

DuPont does not recommend protective equipment for users who do not
have the training to assess the hazards, correctly select and properly use
the equipment. No one should attempt to respond to a bioterrorism
incident without adequate training and without contacting local
emergency response agencies. Local emergency responders are trained
to deal with potential terrorism incidents.

Anthrax case sparks training at Army labs - Security- msnbc.com

Anthrax case sparks training at Army labs - Security- msnbc.com

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

HAPPY NEW YEAR! HAVE A BLESSED 2009!

Stay tuned, there is alot to talk about and discuss. Check back in a couple of weeks for new related info. 2008/2009. Talk to you soon.

Friday, November 7, 2008

Hear me out!

Congratulations President Elect Barak Obama, this must be the dream the infamous Dr. King spoke about. Its been a while but I have been extremely busy. This morning I woke up on the wrong side of the bed with a smile on my face. Thats not a good thing for alot of folks but nevertheless it is what it is. The Chief and the Captain of the NYC DOHMH Police held meetings with officers regarding there terms of employment coming to an end because of the Civil Service Law. This Captain took the opportunity to tell one of the officers " Hey look on the bright side at least Home Depot is hiring" this is coming from a Captain who is two pay grades above his civil servant job title as an officer, and in accordance to the Civil Service Rule should be demoted to the last civil servant title, which in his case is as an officer. Since he is not a Civil Servant Supervisor by DCAS Exam he should not hold a provisional job title in excess of 9 months without taking the DCAS exam for that respected title. Must less two pay grades above those who are well deserving. This goes for the Liutenant who now is a Captain and is in the same boat as the other Captain. She got there in a different way though. Because of the Chiefs sexual taste for her it was rather easy for her. Certain female officers has also been receiving preferential job treatment from the Captain because of sexual rendezvous. This is sexual descrimination. But who's watching. Because of the expectation of sexual endeavors certain females are sexualized in the official capacity, past ,present and future. Even one of the Asst. Comm. of the Health Dept. got caught with his pants down for lunch one day. But whos talking. Then you have racial descrimination, but I'll save that for another day. I'm just getting warm, but I'll save some for the jury. Just some food for thought. Remember Truth, Justice, & Freedom. Some of the few things we still have left.

Thursday, June 19, 2008

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - Competitor Stymies HHC Cop's Upgrade;

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - Competitor Stymies HHC Cop's Upgrade;

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - City Pays M to Parks Staff in Bias Case; Minority Employees Cited Past Efforts Favoring Whites

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - City Pays M to Parks Staff in Bias Case; Minority Employees Cited Past Efforts Favoring Whites

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - Administrative Law Judges Told: Keep It Simple

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - Administrative Law Judges Told: Keep It Simple

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - TLC Boss Says High Turnover Hurts Agency

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - TLC Boss Says High Turnover Hurts Agency

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - NYPD Advocates Remain Divided on Air Monitoring;

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - NYPD Advocates Remain Divided on Air Monitoring;

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - DCAS Reclassifying Effort Given Mixed Reviews by Unions; Like Prospect of Reducing Provisionals, Fear T

The Chief-Leader NYC Civil Service Newspaper - DCAS Reclassifying Effort Given Mixed Reviews by Unions; Like Prospect of Reducing Provisionals, Fear Too Much Agency Latitude

Friday, June 13, 2008

Getting rid of the rust! I am just getting warm.

Whats up all. I know its been a while since I personally wrote a post on my blog, but I have been extremely busy. First off I would like to say to all of my friends from the PPBA, St. A"s, Our Lady of Guadalupe, SFX, 78 Pct, Holy Name, Sacred Heart, and most importantly the Brooklyn Angels organization for this years Little League Baseball season. If I forgot to mention your name my apologies, the list can go on for days... But in any event I had fun this season and I am really looking forward to next season. Most importantly the kids had a lot of fun. To all my other friends, you know who you guys are, big shout out to you. We will see each other again. Wow this week was hot week. If you are from NYC you know what I mean. The season is winding down. Now its time to start focusing on some unfinished business. I hope a lot of you guys who are fans are making good use of the information provided on my blog. I know there are people out there who aren't to thrilled, but thats just too bad. Stay tuned for more on my upcoming posting. Right now I seem to have writers block. But Check in shortly. Remember Truth, Justice, & Freedom, some of the few things we still have control of.

World Trade Center Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program: Index

World Trade Center Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program: Index

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

michael cardozo - Google Search

michael cardozo - Google Search

NYC.gov

NYC.gov

37,000 sue city each year - Wired New York Forum

37,000 sue city each year - Wired New York Forum

Bloomie's Lawyer Digs Oil, Cigs, Japanese Food -- Daily Intel -- New York News Blog -- New York Magazine

Bloomie's Lawyer Digs Oil, Cigs, Japanese Food -- Daily Intel -- New York News Blog -- New York Magazine

Wien Prize Award Luncheon 2007 (Part 1)

Wien Prize Award Luncheon 2007 (Part 1)

Wien Prize Award Luncheon 2007 (Part 2)

Wien Prize Award Luncheon 2007 (Part 2)

The Definition of Conspiracy

The Definition of Conspiracy

The Michael Bloomberg Page

The Michael Bloomberg Page

Testimony of Michael A. Cardozo Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Before The House Committee on the Judiciary

Testimony of Michael A. Cardozo Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Before The House Committee on the Judiciary: "in the future. New cases are literally being filed every week. And there is concern"

Friday, May 16, 2008

Sara Beatrice - Google Search

sara beatrice - Google Search

Cont. of CFR Title 29

CFR Title 29

WAIS Document Retrieval

CFR Section Title 42 Part 73

Full Version CFR Title 42 Part 73

WAIS Document Retrieval

Timeline - Anthrax

Timeline - Anthrax

Democrats.com Archive: Anthrax

Democrats.com Archive: Anthrax

Appropriate responses to bioterrorist threats -- Lightfoot et al. 323 (7318): 877 -- BMJ

Appropriate responses to bioterrorist threats -- Lightfoot et al. 323 (7318): 877 -- BMJ

Defense Tech: BOSTON BIO-BOTCH: GET READY FOR MORE

Defense Tech: BOSTON BIO-BOTCH: GET READY FOR MORE

Nicholas Stix, Uncensored: FBI Terrorizes Hatfill

Nicholas Stix, Uncensored: FBI Terrorizes Hatfill

The Free Press -- Independent News Media - Bob Fitrakis

The Free Press -- Independent News Media - Bob Fitrakis

I'm ready for my close-up, Sen. Daschle - Salon.com

I'm ready for my close-up, Sen. Daschle - Salon.com

Security: Bio Botch? (Seattle Weekly)

Security: Bio Botch? (Seattle Weekly)

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

911

911

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

dohmh lab scientist infected with anthrax - Google Search

Important Document

Medical Treatment and Response to Suspected Anthrax : Bureau of Communicable Disease : NYC DOHMH

Medical Treatment and Response to Suspected Anthrax : Bureau of Communicable Disease : NYC DOHMH

Responding to Anthrax Attacks - New York Times

Responding to Anthrax Attacks - New York Times

USATODAY.com - 3 being treated in NYC after exposure to anthrax

USATODAY.com - 3 being treated in NYC after exposure to anthrax

TESTIMONY OF

TESTIMONY OF

CNN.com - Early tests: N.Y. anthrax is same as Fla. strain - October 17, 2001

CNN.com - Early tests: N.Y. anthrax is same as Fla. strain - October 17, 2001

Douglas Valentine: The CIA and Anthrax

Douglas Valentine: The CIA and Anthrax

New York governor's Manhattan office shows presence of anthrax - Campus News

New York governor's Manhattan office shows presence of anthrax - Campus News

CNN.com - Transcripts

CNN.com - Transcripts

Anthrax Causes, Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment on MedicineNet.com

Anthrax Causes, Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment on MedicineNet.com

Update: Investigation of Anthrax Associated with Intentional Exposure and Interim Public Health Guidelines, October 2001

Update: Investigation of Anthrax Associated with Intentional Exposure and Interim Public Health Guidelines, October 2001

CNN.com - Transcripts

CNN.com - Transcripts

Anthrax detected in Washington - Local News Story - WCAU | Philadelphia

Anthrax detected in Washington - Local News Story - WCAU | Philadelphia

Timeline of the 2001 anthrax attacks in New York and New Jersey - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Timeline of the 2001 anthrax attacks in New York and New Jersey - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

nyc health dept. personnel infected with anthrax - Google Search

nyc health dept. personnel infected with anthrax - Google Search

SCIENCE IN THE NEWS - November 6, 2001: Anthrax - 2001-11-05

SCIENCE IN THE NEWS - November 6, 2001: Anthrax - 2001-11-05

Kathy Nguyen & The Manhattan Anthrax Cases

Kathy Nguyen & The Manhattan Anthrax Cases

2001 anthrax attacks - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

2001 anthrax attacks - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

A Wider Inquiry, as More People Get Antibiotics and 2nd Apartment Is to Be Checked - New York Times

A Wider Inquiry, as More People Get Antibiotics and 2nd Apartment Is to Be Checked - New York Times

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Anthrax Fact Sheet : New York City AWARE : NYC DOHMH

Anthrax Fact Sheet : New York City AWARE : NYC DOHMH

National Center for Environmental Health - New York Fact Sheet

National Center for Environmental Health - New York Fact Sheet

NYC Avian Flu "Plan"

NYC Avian Flu "Plan"

DOHMH Air Testing - Google Search

DOHMH Air Testing - Google Search

Blackout of 2003: Public Health Effects and Emergency Response

Blackout of 2003: Public Health Effects and Emergency Response

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Enhances Response Capabilities

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Enhances Response Capabilities

The Avalon Project : NYC Health Department Responds to Concerns About Air Quality in Lower Manhattan; October 5, 2001

The Avalon Project : NYC Health Department Responds to Concerns About Air Quality in Lower Manhattan; October 5, 2001

TB patient stayed in NYC; CDC wants to test 107 air passengers - RecordOnline.com - The Times Herald Record

TB patient stayed in NYC; CDC wants to test 107 air passengers - RecordOnline.com - The Times Herald Record

Richard Falkenrath - Topics - NY Daily News

Richard Falkenrath - Topics - NY Daily News

Homeland Security Department - The New York Times - Narrowed by 'FALKENRATH, RICHARD A JR'

Homeland Security Department - The New York Times - Narrowed by 'FALKENRATH, RICHARD A JR'

NYPD chief faces residency probe

NYPD chief faces residency probe

Richard A. Falkenrath, Former Bush Administration Homeland Security Official, Joins Brookings - Brookings Institution

Richard A. Falkenrath, Former Bush Administration Homeland Security Official, Joins Brookings - Brookings Institution

Dick Destiny

Dick Destiny

metro

metro

village voice > news > Runnin' Scared: NYPD Seeks an Air Monitor Crackdown for New Yorkers by Chris Thompson

village voice > news > Runnin' Scared: NYPD Seeks an Air Monitor Crackdown for New Yorkers by Chris Thompson

Monday, April 28, 2008

Whats Really Going On?

Hello all! Let me get straight to the point. First off, has anyone seen the gas prices? Has anyone felt the gas prices in there pockets? How does this government not realize that the cost of living increases without income increases is basically useless, if not absolutely ridiculous. How convenient the government raised the price of gas conveniently at the same time the tax rebate checks were sent out! We all know these big wigs have interest for monetary gain with regard to gas or oil. This economic stimulus plan is part of a 168 billion stimulus package. The object is not to save it. They want you to spend it. They say don't spend it all in one place. But we all know where most of it is going, gas. With these big wigs capitalizing on the high gas costs, how much of that 168 billion are they trying to recoup? Makes you think. They say the price of oil per barrel is at an all time high. Somewhere between $100.00 - $120.00 a barrel. When was the last time any of us bought a barrel of gas? Thats the price the government is paying. Its the government that makes us feel it at the pump. Thats also another reason why the gas/oil industry is not regulated in this country. Who do they think they are really fooling? What happens when the tax rebate checks are all spent, and the gas price increases a quarter. Then the government is going to say we shouldn't have spent it, we should have saved it. How subliminal is that! The price of milk increases. Why? If they didn't create that panic with mad cow disease and that e-coli. scare, we would have had enough cows to milk to keep the cost down. But no, they got rid of these cows and created there own shortage, and we have to pay. I can go deeper, but for now that should do. Remember, Truth, Justice, & Freedom, some of the few things we still have control of.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Mayor Michael Bloomberg And Health Commissioner Frieden Open New Bioterrorism Detection Facility At NYC Public Health Laboratory | Mike Bloomberg

Mayor Michael Bloomberg And Health Commissioner Frieden Open New Bioterrorism Detection Facility At NYC Public Health Laboratory | Mike Bloomberg

The New York Times > New York Region > The City > Forged by Fire

The New York Times > New York Region > The City > Forged by Fire

Public-Private Laboratory Collaboration Enhances Disease Detection and Response

Public-Private Laboratory Collaboration Enhances Disease Detection and Response

A NATION CHALLENGED: THE RESPONSE; Preparation For Anthrax Is Called For - New York Times

A NATION CHALLENGED: THE RESPONSE; Preparation For Anthrax Is Called For - New York Times

City Opens a Secure Lab To Counter Bioterrorism - New York Times

City Opens a Secure Lab To Counter Bioterrorism - New York Times

Teamsters Local 237 -- Newsline Highlights

Teamsters Local 237 -- Newsline Highlights

CDC - Laboratory Response to Anthrax Bioterrorism, New York City, 2001

CDC - Laboratory Response to Anthrax Bioterrorism, New York City, 2001

Another Blunder!

COUGH AND SPUTTER - New York Post

Never Say Never!!!!

Hello everyone, yes its been a while, but good things come to those who wait. I remember when I first started to deal with relevant issues at my previous employer. I was told that no one would listen, no one would get involved, in fact I was told that I would eventually lose my job.... etc but, I kept on pushing the issue until someone listened. Many thought I was full of hot air, young and wet behind the ears. They even told me there was nothing I could do. Now I got there full attention. An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. I have both the ounce and pound of whatever you seem fit. I gave up a lot, to get to where I am, and still there is a lot more ahead to deal with. The good Lord has done such a wonderful job taking care of me and my family. I come from a very blessed family. Without them I would not have been able to pursue these issues vigorously. Patiently I wait. The final outcome is near. I'm not one of those persons who tells others I told you so. But, sometimes you have to. Sometimes you have to look them in the eye and let them know you are serious. I always felt that when smart people talk no one is really listening, but let a foolish or dumb person sound smart , everyone is listening. Why is that? It says in the the Bible that truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue last only a moment. Bring that lying tongue to court, it will be over before it started. Dont take my advise for it, you will see for yourself. That was a personal message to those who know who they are. Nothing personal. You were given the opportunity to do the right thing. You were told of these issues, but still you felt that you got away with breaking the law for so long, you honestly thought you would never get caught. But, time is up! Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth,so help you God. Remember, Truth, Justice, & Freedom some of the few things we still have control of. Talk to you soon.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Listen up!!!!!

First off, I would like to send my condolences to the family of a fallen angel. My prayers are with you and your family. I really dont know where to begin, its been a very busy week. My daughter won her first little league game today. Shout out to the
Brooklyn Angels Lady Mustangs where they beat the Holy Name Black Widows by a score of 8-3. What excitement!!! Life has been great since my resignation. I accomplished so much in such little time. More time with my family, coaching my own little league team,
teaching gym at Bay Ridge Christian Academy, Etc..... cant list them all, but it has been great. It feels so good not having to deal with folks who make soup with toilet water. For 7 years thats what I did. But now I'm in control. Free to do whatever and whenever at any given time. No more pe-13s, time cards, doctors notes, etc.... So many of us settle for $20.00 an hour, health benefits, a pension plan, & union blindness. Sometimes we depend on it because it pays the bills, keeps the roof over our head, food on the table, etc..... sometimes we are so clouded by these things, that we allow ourselves to be taken advantage of. We allow ourselves to get slapped in the face, we allow ourselves to turn a blind eye on wrongdoing, we allow ourselves to only worry about ourself, until we get that transfer letter, pink slip, charges, suspensions, etc...... then we start to remember all that was wrong. Problem is, its
too late... many of you are in a position to have the upper hand and do the right thing, while there is still time, you need to take that opportunity. The old regime is coming to an end. Time to take control over matters and do whats right. Gangadeen for president....Just joking. But seriously, you guys are in control. Together we can overcome. Many are called, few are chosen. Remember, Truth, Justice, & Freedom, some of the few things we still have control of. Speak to you soon.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

A Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, you have given us this great land as our heritage. We humbly pray that we may always remember your generosity and faithfully do your will. Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education and an honorable way of life. Defend our liberties and strengthen the resolve of the people who have come from throughout the world to make America their home. Lead us to choose the harder right instead of the easier wrong. Help us to appreciate the opportunities that are ours as we struggle to bring harmony to an unsettled world. May we balance our concern for justice with willingness to display mercy, and may our concern for security be tempered with a willingness to take risks which will produce worthwhile change for the good of all people. O Lord, we pray for your guidance as we work together for the best interest of our communities, our nation, our world, and the ultimate goal of peace. When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful and in troubled times may our deepest trust be in you. Amen.

Sunday, March 30, 2008

Educate Yourselves

Its unfortunate that we live in a day and age where we as people are taken advantage of because we are blind to see it. Some of us don't even know that our right have been violated because we don't even know the law. There are so many laws governed by the city, state, and government that are constantly violated by these same areas of jurisdiction in which the laws are governed by. It creates an unfair advantage in pursuing these violations legally. For instance, take the EEOC for example. This Commission is governed by the federal govt. Do you think they would allow you to pursue any violation against the govt thru their jurisdiction? You remember the Anucha Brown case? EEOC supported her because the violators of the law was a private corporation. It wasn't brain surgery. Now pursue the same matter legally thru EEOC against the city, state, or govt for the same violations of law, and you're pretty much on your own. Its called not biting the hand that feeds you syndrome. Frivolous issues need not be addressed because it creates a cry wolf scenario, where you yelled fire one to many times now when the house is burning no one is listening. Explore the blog, watch the videos, etc and first understand your rights. Educate yourselves. Get in touch with the issue at hand, fully comprehend it. Then pursue it. Remember, Truth, Justice, & Freedom. Some of the few things we still have control of.

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Psssss,

I had this on my chest, so I had to let it out. I am currently involved in a blockbuster lawsuit in Manhattan Federal Court against the City of New York, NYC Dept. of Health & Mental Hygiene, and various other persons in the official capacity representing these entities. This was prompted due to various violations on a regular basis by laws governed by the city, state, & govt statutes. Because of the sensitivity of the case, I will not discuss specifics at all. On any search engine you can look up the name Milford Gangadeen(that would be me). You can see a few articles that covered this situation in the beginning, with a little more in depth analysis to say the least. For those who are interested, I encourage you to indulge yourself. Feel free to contact me, especially those who may need to address employment related matters or may need some advise on their rights as a great citizen in this country. Remember, Truth, Justice, & Freedom. Just a few things we have control of. This is open to all. Thanks. Hope to hear your comments.