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ph365.con A few days after losing re-election in 1980, President Jimmy Carter attended a tribute to Aaron Copeland that included his Fanfare for the Common Man . If any president embodied that work, it was Carter. Citizen, veteran, farmer, governor, president, Sunday school teacher, peace promoter, home builder for those without shelter. Carter was the antidote to the disgraced president Richard Nixon and all the damage he inflicted on America’s democracy. Carter projected honesty, compassion, religious rectitude, morality, racial justice and public service. Rosalynn, his life partner in marriage and governance, his wife of 77 years and First Lady, was as devoted to public service as her husband. President Jimmy Carter waves to the crowd while walking with wife Rosalynn and their daughter Amy to the White House following his inauguration on January 20, 1977. Credit: AP//Suzanne Vlamis Carter’s virtues embroidered his presidency. He worked so hard. His ambitions were noble. Carter’s approval rating was 75 per cent in his first months in office in 1977. But a series of events overtook him. Carter’s highest priority, a national energy plan, took 18 months to enact and was only a marginal success. In 1979, the US was hit with an oil shock spurred by Iran and OPEC that cut supplies and drove up prices. There were petrol lines everywhere. That summer, the country was gripped by a sense of profound drift. For 10 days, Carter retreated to Camp David for meetings and consultations with experts and citizens to help him find answers to the country’s deepening malaise. Carter came down from the mountain and delivered a sermon to the country on what was wrong: “It is a crisis of confidence. It is a crisis that strikes at the very heart and soul and spirit of our national will. We can see this crisis in the growing doubt about the meaning of our own lives and in the loss of a unity of purpose for our nation. The erosion of our confidence in the future is threatening to destroy the social and the political fabric of America.” A few days later, Carter fired five members of his cabinet. His approval rating sank to 30 per cent. The American people’s loss of confidence was in the president and his ability to govern. In November 1979, following the return of Ayatollah Khomeini and the overthrow of the Shah, who was aligned with the West, the US Embassy in Tehran was seized and 52 American diplomats were taken hostage. A rescue mission failed spectacularly in April 1980, with American service members lost when their helicopters crashed in the desert. The Iranians, intent on further humiliating America and its leader, did not release the hostages until moments after Carter ceased being president. Those were the depths of Carter’s presidency. The fights over his policy agenda were agonising. It got to a point where many Democrats in Congress took more relish in attacking and criticising the White House than in attacking and beating the Republicans. Inflation would hit an all-time high of 14.6 per cent in the election year of 1980, accompanied by even higher interest rates. Those wars inside the party led many Democrats to support Ted Kennedy, the last surviving brother after JFK and Bobby, to aim for the White House and reclaim the Kennedy mantle. The party was torn down the middle. Carter prevailed and won renomination, yet his presidency was fatally weakened. He was crushed by Ronald Reagan. The Carter presidency continues to shape America’s destiny today. The reason Democrats were able to pass so much legislation under President Joe Biden is because they remembered that disunity was death to Carter’s domestic policy agenda. During his presidency, Carter never visited Australia but met prime minister Malcolm Fraser three times. The leaders faced momentous events. In 1978, the US recognised China and severed ties with Taiwan. Australia formally joined the US boycott of the 1980 Olympics following the Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan. Jimmy Carter with Australian prime minister Malcolm Fraser in 1979. Credit: Fairfax Media Most Americans at that time judged Jimmy Carter’s presidency as a failure. Yet his profound virtues and decency, his compassion for humanity, the noble principles he stood for and sought to fulfil, his exemplary conduct as a former president, and his all-encompassing marriage to Rosalynn are being remembered and celebrated today, more than four decades later. On taking office as governor of Georgia in 1971, Jimmy Carter declared: “The time for racial discrimination is over.” As with his southern predecessor in the presidency, Lyndon Johnson, Carter fought segregation and was irrevocably committed to civil rights, racial justice and racial equity. Carter’s last public act was to live long enough, at age 100, to redeem his fundamental values with his vote to make Kamala Harris the first Black woman to take the oath of office. Jimmy Carter met a moment in American politics when the country was yearning for honesty, fidelity to basic American values, a restoration of faith in good government, and a belief that the country could go forward together. He could not fulfil his goals as president, but what Carter stood for endures. Bruce Wolpe is a senior fellow at the University of Sydney’s United States Studies Centre. He has served on the Democratic staff in the US Congress and as chief of staff to former prime minister Julia Gillard.

The Left doesn't like opposing viewpoints. That's not news. But what's really telling is the way the Left treats people from typically Left-leaning groups who don't toe their political line. Whether it's women or Blacks or actors, the Left thinks they own these groups and their votes -- and they get downright nasty when someone strays from the flock. This writer has been a fan of Zachary Levi since he starred on 'Chuck', and -- even though she doesn't know him personally -- he seems like a genuinely nice guy. But he's committed the ultimate political sin: he supports Donald Trump . Doing that publicly takes guts, because it'll likely cost him jobs and friendships (cause Hollywood isn't exactly a bastion of tolerance). And here's Variety proving the point by publishing this nasty high-school mean girl piece from a former co-star of Levi's: “I never liked him," Laura Benanti says of Zachary Levi. "Everyone was like, ‘He’s so great!’ And I was like, ‘No, he’s not. He’s sucking up all the f---ing energy in this room. He wants to mansplain everybody’s part to them.'” https://t.co/tIS9jszVaB This writer also really likes movies and Broadway and has never heard of Laura Benanti, for what it's worth. This is what happens when you have the stones to break the narrative. Hold the line, Zachary Hold the line. Who's Laurie Benanti? Serious question. Exactly. It sounds like she’s just bitter and unhappy. This article makes her sound non-credible. Was that the intent of the article? To smear Levi. Nothing more. Are there still people who don't know that the second someone uses the term mansplain they are a childish dimwit with nothing to offer? Mansplain: He was smarter and more articulate, and I'm mad There is no such thing as 'mansplaining.' It's a word hypersensitive women use when they don't want men talking to them. Dear Variety, you guys are despicable hatemongers. You have helped poison the industry Hold the line Zachary, you are a hero. Yes, he is. I’ve heard of @ZacharyLevi . However, I’ve never hear of Laura Benanti. The era of attacking past co-stars as a means to impress the judges at the Victim Olympics is over. It does not result in more work. In fact, it simply telegraphs one’s capacity to torpedo projects, past,... https://t.co/LXIAaux59Z All of this. She's clearly mad at his vaccine stance but has nothing specifically bad to say about him so it's just vague gobbledygook with "mansplaining" thrown in there because that one always works with no details necessary. https://t.co/3JatjSYc3y pic.twitter.com/TUCelf7dD7 And Variety decided to run with this. If everyone liked him and you didn’t, maybe... I dunno... you’re the problem? https://t.co/nI5tWHHNIs Yeah, she might be the problem here. This writer is willing to bet Levi will have nothing but nice things to say about Benanti, proving that he's the good guy and the bigger person.Only about 2 in 10 Americans approve of Biden's pardon of his son Hunter, poll finds

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Washington, Dec 12 (AP) The House has passed a USD895 billion measure that authorizes a 1 per cent increase in defence spending this fiscal year and would give a double-digit pay raise to about half of the enlisted service members in the military. The bill is traditionally strongly bipartisan, but some Democratic lawmakers opposed the inclusion of a ban on transgender medical treatments for children of military members if such treatment could result in sterilisation. The bill passed the House by a vote of 281-140 and will next move to the Senate, where lawmakers had sought a bigger boost in defence spending than the current measure allows. Lawmakers are touting the bill's 14.5 per cent pay raise for junior enlisted service members and a 4.5 per cent increase for others as key to improving the quality of life for those serving in the US military. Those serving as junior enlisted personnel are in pay grades that generally track with their first enlistment term. Lawmakers said service member pay has failed to remain competitive with the private sector, forcing many military families to rely on food banks and government assistance programs to put food on the table. The bill also provides significant new resources for child care and housing. “No service member should have to live in squalid conditions and no military family should have to rely on food stamps to feed their children, but that's exactly what many of our service members are experiencing, especially the junior enlisted,” said Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Ala., chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. “This bill goes a long way to fixing that.” The bill sets key Pentagon policy that lawmakers will attempt to fund through a follow-up appropriations bill. The overall spending tracks the numbers established in a 2023 agreement that then-Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached with President Joe Biden to increase the nation's borrowing authority and avoid a federal default in exchange for spending restraints. Many senators had wanted to increase defence spending some USD25 billion above what was called for in that agreement, but those efforts failed. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., who is expected to serve as the next chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said the overall spending level was a “tremendous loss for our national defence," though he agreed with many provisions within the bill. “We need to make a generational investment to deter the Axis of Aggressors. I will not cease work with my congressional colleagues, the Trump administration, and others until we achieve it,” Wicker said. House Republicans don't want to go above the McCarthy-Biden agreement for defence spending and are looking to go way below it for many non-defence programs. They are also focused on cultural issues. The bill prohibits funding for teaching critical race theory in the military and prohibits TRICARE health plans from covering gender dysphoria treatment for children under 18 if that treatment could result in sterilization. Rep. Adam Smith of Washington state, the ranking Democratic member of the House Armed Services Committee, said minors dealing with gender dysphoria is a "very real problem." He said the treatments available, including puberty blockers and hormone therapy, have proven effective at helping young people dealing with suicidal thoughts, anxiety and depression. “These treatments changed their lives and in many cases saved their lives,” Smith said. “And in this bill, we decided we're going to bar servicemembers' children from having access to that.” Smith said the number of minors in service member families receiving transgender medical care extends into the thousands. He could have supported a study asking medical experts to determine whether such treatments are too often used, but a ban on health insurance coverage went too far. He said Speaker Mike Johnson's office insisted upon the ban and said the provision “taints an otherwise excellent piece of legislation.” Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, called the ban a step in the right direction, saying, “I think these questions need to be pulled out of the debate of defence, so we can get back to the business of defending the United States of America without having to deal with social engineering debates.” Smith said he agrees with Roy that lawmakers should be focused on the military and not on cultural conflicts, “and yet, here it is in this bill.” Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, said his team was not telling Democrats how to vote on the bill. “There's a lot of positive things in the National Defense Authorization Act that were negotiated in a bipartisan way, and there are some troubling provisions in a few areas as well,” Jeffries said. The defence policy bill also looks to strengthen deterrence against China. It calls for investing USD15.6 billion to build military capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. The Biden administration had requested about USD10 billion. On Israel, the bill, among other things, includes an expansion of US joint military exercises with Israel and a prohibition on the Pentagon citing casualty data from Hamas. The defence policy bill is one of the final measures that lawmakers view as a must-pass before making way for a new Congress in January. (AP) IJT IJT (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Jaylen Waddle are inactive for Sunday's matchup against the host Cleveland Browns. Tagovailoa was limited all week due to a hip injury and was downgraded to doubtful on Saturday afternoon. Waddle, in turn, was questionable to play versus the Browns after being limited in practice on Thursday and Friday. Tyler Huntley is expected to start under center for the Dolphins (7-8), who are fighting to stay in playoff contention and need a win against the Browns (3-12) to stay in the mix. Huntley, 26, has started three games this season for the Dolphins while Tagovailoa was out before suffering a shoulder injury. Huntley was 39 of 66 (59.1 percent) for 377 yards, one TD and one pick. He also ran 16 times for 67 yards and a score. Tagovailoa already has missed four games this season because of a concussion while starting the other 11. He is 291 of 399 (league-best 72.9 percent) for 2,867 yards, 19 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Waddle, 26, has 54 catches this season for 700 yards and two touchdowns. In addition to Tagovailoa and Waddle, linebackers Anthony Walker and Mohamed Kamara, cornerback Nik Needham, offensive lineman Andrew Meyer and wide receiver Erik Ezukanma are inactive for Sunday's game. For Cleveland, Jameis Winston will serve as the emergency third quarterback. Wide receiver Cedric Tillman, cornerback Chigozie Anusiem, defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo and tight end David Njoku also are inactive for the Browns. --Field Level Media

BREAKING: Sharia court Inauguration in Oyo postponed indefinitely, details emergeApple's latest iPhones get the gift of more AI as holiday shopping season heats upDrelon Miller is finishing his freshman year of college in the same stadium where he wrapped up his senior year of high school. On Saturday, the 20th-ranked Colorado Buffaloes will face No. 17 BYU in the Valero Alamo Bowl at the Alamodome in San Antonio (5:30 p.m. MT, ABC). For Miller and a lot of his teammates, it will be somewhat of a homecoming, as 16 Buffs either grew up in Texas or went to high school in the Lone Star State. That’s a group that includes star quarterback Shedeur Sanders and his brother, Shilo, a starting safety. This game has some special meaning to Miller, though. “I just played in the Alamodome for the All-American game, so it’ll be fun to be back out there,” said Miller, who played in the high school all-star game on Jan. 6 before joining the Buffs. One of the top players in the country coming out of Silsbee (Texas) High School a year ago, Miller has certainly made his mark on the Buffs (9-3) this year, especially in recent games. A versatile receiver who can also line up at running back, Miller has caught 31 passes for 277 yards and three touchdowns. That includes a six-catch, 108-yard performance against Utah on Nov. 16 at Folsom Field. “It meant a lot to me (to play right way),” he said. “Coming out of high school, I expected to play early. That was always my goal. So just to come here and show the world what I can do early, it meant a lot for me.” CU is led by a quartet of veteran receivers – Jimmy Horn, Jr., Travis Hunter, Will Sheppard and LaJohntay Wester – but Shedeur Sanders has proven he will throw to young players he trusts. Before an injury, Omarion Miller was a go-to target, and Drelon Miller earned the same level of trust. “It meant a lot, honestly, just to show the coaches and everyone and get my trust from Shedeur,” Miller said. “He trusts me in critical moments and once you get that trust from the quarterback, a lot goes up from there. So I appreciate that, increasing my role on the offensive side of the ball.” The Buffs’ four veteran receivers, as well as Shedeur, will all wrap up their collegiate careers on Saturday against BYU. But, with both Millers expected to return, CU could have a loaded receiver group again in 2025. “It’s gonna be exciting to see all the young guys,” Sheppard said. “A bunch of years ahead of them, already making plays. So it’s gonna be exciting.” Drelon Miller earned the right to play in the Alamodome a year ago as a high school star. He’s also earned the right to play a role in the Alamo Bowl this year, but he’s hoping Saturday’s game is a springboard into an even bigger season in 2025. “I feel like going into next year and the rest of my years, I feel like I grow as a leader, or just a better person,” he said. “So much I learned from these seniors and everyone else leaving; not just the seniors, but everyone transferring. I learned so much from the guys.” That’s why, before this year comes to a close, he hopes to enjoy one last big game with the veterans who taught him so much. “Our expectation is to dominate,” he said. “That’s all we talk about in the room. Our motto is SOB, and that’s ‘stand on business.’ So we’re just gonna dominate. We know what we’ve got to do to win this game. We’ll go take it play by play.”

With Trump’s victory, Ellen DeGeneres will never return to America: reportThe New England Patriots are entering the homestretch of the 2024 season as one of the worst teams in NFL. Owning a 3-10 record coming out of their bye week, they have already secured a losing season and elimination from playoff contention. In order to wrap up in a positive fashion, it’s all about building some positive momentum toward 2025. This starts in Week 15 against the Arizona Cardinals . For the first time since 2022, when they celebrated a 27-13 victory, the Patriots will return to Arizona. As opposed to the Cardinals team from two years ago, this one is a formidable opponent still very much alive in the hunt for a postseason spot. Kickoff in Glendale, AZ, is set for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Dec. 15. As always, we here at Pats Pulpit will do our best to keep you informed and up to date before, during, and after the game. So, in order not to miss any news or analysis from the Patriots’ Week 15 contest versus the Cardinals, please make sure to bookmark and regularly re-visit this story stream.

NC State has little trouble dispatching Rider 89-63Ashlie Adam Interiors is Now Park Luxury Design, Redefining High-End Interior Design in Denver 11-22-2024 08:24 PM CET | Politics, Law & Society Press release from: ABNewswire Park Luxury Design, previously Ashlie Adam Interiors Park Luxury Design, formerly Ashlie Adam Interiors, launches to reflect its commitment to bespoke interiors blending timeless elegance with Colorado's natural beauty. Specializing in high-end residential and commercial Interior design, the firm offers wellness-focused, sustainable, and functional spaces. DENVER, CO - Ashlie Adam Interiors, a trusted name in luxury interior design since 2016, is proud to announce its rebranding to Park Luxury Design. This evolution reflects the firm's dedication to delivering bespoke interiors that seamlessly blend timeless elegance with the natural beauty of Colorado. Serving Denver and the Greater Denver area, Park Luxury Design specializes in high-end residential and commercial design, including kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling, as well as wellness and biophilic design. A New Name, A Renewed Commitment The rebrand to Park Luxury Design signifies an expansion of the firm's focus on creating spaces that prioritize not only beauty but also well-being. Drawing inspiration from Colorado's breathtaking landscapes, the firm integrates natural elements into its designs, fostering harmony between indoor and outdoor environments. This commitment to biophilic design aligns with growing client demand for interiors that promote health, sustainability, and a deeper connection to nature. Principal designer and founder Ashlie Adam, ASID Allied Member, brings nearly a decade of expertise to the firm. With a Bachelor's of Science degree in Interior Design from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Ashlie has led successful projects, ranging from downtown Denver lofts to mountain retreats. A mother of five and a lifelong traveler, she draws creative inspiration from her global experiences, ensuring every design is as functional as it is breathtaking. Expanding Design Horizons Park Luxury Design's service offerings now encompass: - Kitchen Remodeling: Elevating culinary spaces with custom layouts, high-end finishes, and timeless design. - Bathroom Remodeling: Transforming bathrooms into serene, spa-like retreats with wellness-focused features. - Basement Remodeling: Reimagining underutilized spaces with sophisticated designs tailored to client needs. - Commercial Interior Design: Crafting elegant and functional environments for businesses throughout Colorado. Design Philosophy Rooted in Excellence Park Luxury Design takes a comprehensive approach to client projects, offering seamless project management services. From initial consultations to final installations, the team provides regular updates, virtual meetings, and detailed progress reports, ensuring a stress-free experience. The firm's strong relationships with luxury material suppliers ensure clients have access to the finest options for their projects. "Our mission at Park Luxury Design is to create spaces that feel like an extension of Colorado's natural beauty," said Ashlie Adam. "With this rebrand, we're elevating our commitment to functional, wellness-focused interiors that enrich our clients' lives and enhance their connection to the spaces they call home." A Team of Design Experts In addition to Ashlie, Park Luxury Design's talented team includes: - Sidney Wendelin, Junior Designer, whose expertise in sustainability and aesthetics brings unique, responsible designs to life. - Julie Porter, Administrative Assistant, who ensures seamless operations and exceptional client service with her organizational skills and creative touch. About Park Luxury Design Founded by Ashlie Adam, Park Luxury Design combines architectural rigor, biophilic inspiration, and timeless elegance to create one-of-a-kind spaces. Specializing in high-end residential and commercial projects, the firm serves Denver and the surrounding areas with a commitment to craftsmanship, functionality, and sustainability. Media Contact Company Name: Park Luxury Design Contact Person: Ashlie Adam Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=ashlie-adam-interiors-is-now-park-luxury-design-redefining-highend-interior-design-in-denver ] Phone: 720-589-4113 Address:400 W South Boulder road Suite 2500 City: Lafayette State: Colorado Country: United States Website: https://www.instagram.com/parkluxurydesign/ This release was published on openPR.