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Îòçûâû î òóðôèðìàõ / Of course not, but that is the job of a social movement that is not strong enou

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:09:50 »

Of course not, but that is the job of a social movement that is not strong enough organizationally or ideologically, operating under increasing police surveillance and suppressionbut can grow with high visibility struggles against the many examples of capitalist excess, decadence, and mass suffering . to mount a concerted challengebut that is the direction many organizers and organizations in low-income Black and Latino communities.

At a time when grassroots organizing in ghettos and barrios on campuses and factories were allied with an international movement from Vietnam and Cuba, Muhammad Ali, Tommie Smith, John Carlos, and other athletes took enormous risks to challenge not just racism but the more fundamental tenets of racist capitalism? Most people today, younger people who cannot yet imagine a rea? Sales Air Jordans Shoes,Kobe 9 Elite,Lebron Shoes,KD Shoes?l revolution but long for one, and people who lived through that period but suffer from amnesia about their own finest hours, cannot fathom the heroic actions of Black athletes at Historically Black Colleges and Universities who were part of the larger world of CORE, SNCC, the Nation of Islam, the Black Panther Party Cheap Sale Kobe Shoe.

Muhammad refused to serve in the US armyand some remember he was stripped of his crown as the heavyweight champion of the world. But few know or remember that Ali was convicted of resisting the draft and sentenced to five years in prison, was stripped of his world heavyweight crown and as he appealed his case, went on a speaking tour of colleges and Black communities to deliver brilliant evolved oratory against the racist, imperialist genocidal war in Vietnam Discount Jordans For Sale. And if his case had not been overturned on appeal, Ali would have spent five years in prison.

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Åâðîïà / NASCAR: Why The Sport Has Increased So Much In Popularity

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:09:02 »

NASCAR: Why The Sport Has Increased So Much In Popularity

     When examining the growth in popularity, concerning NASCAR racing, it is difficult to say the exact reason. After all, NASCAR fans observe and enjoy the sport for a number of different reasons. That is why many are unable to identify an exact reason for an increase in fan base. With that said, a few of the numerous reasons why NASCAR racing has witnessed an increase in popularity are highlighted below.



NASCAR racing is a sport that is easy to watch and easy to follow. Unlike many other sports, such as baseball, basketball, and football, where different events appear on different channels, racing is out of the ordinary. Most races appear on channels that are easy to access. It also helps that most households are able to view NASCAR races on TV without having to purchase extra sport packages.



Although many NASCAR racing fans never get to attend a race, many go out of their way to do so. This is due in part to the fact that NASCAR races are entertaining to attend. Ticket holders frequently get access to more than just a Saturday night or a Sunday race. Many also gain access to BUSCH races, qualifying sessions, and practice sessions. There are also many race fans who create big weekend events out of races. Fun tailgating events in the parking lot are another enticement for many race fans.



NASCAR racing has also increased in popularity because there is little to no controversy that is coupled with the sport. Look at baseball for example, there is a lot of controversy that surrounds steroids and other performance enhancing drug treatments. While you may hear of a NASCAR driver getting into some trouble, like with speeding, if anything happens it's relatively trivial.



Another one of the many reasons why NASCAR racing has seen an increase in popularity is because of the drivers. Most racers are ?down to earth people Nike KD 6 Shoe Factory Outlet.? Many are just like the fans themselves. This involves in background and in personality traits. Despite the fact that they may not know them on a personal level, many race fans state that they can relate to their favorite driver, as well as many other NASCAR racers.



Speaking of drivers, NASCAR racing has seen an increase in popularity with women. This is because of the drivers. It is no mystery that many professional racers are good looking. Many women form crushes so to say on their favorite drivers and then choose to follow that driver Cheap Lebrons 12 Elite. This, consequently, results in them becoming NASCAR fans.



Perhaps, the biggest reason why NASCAR racing has seen a massive explosion in popularity is because it is great for the entire family. Both children and adults like racing. Whether it involves turning on the TV or attending a live race, NASCAR is a sport that people of all ages can take pleasure in. Furthermore, there are many children who enjoy racing and their parents have grown to like it as well and vice versa; this has also led to an increase in popularity for the sport.



As highlighted above, there are a number of reasons why millions of Americans tune in to watch a NASCAR race on TV or go out of their way to go to a live race competition Sales Air Jordans Shoes,Kobe 9 Elite,Lebron Shoes,KD Shoes. In fact, the above mentioned explanations are just a few of the many why the sport has increased in popularity. One thing is for certain, it doesn?t matter why fans tune in to races, so long as they do. That is the reason why NASCAR is known as the fastest growing sport, in terms of popularity and fan base.Article Source:  Montgomery

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Åâðîïà / Men's Shoes - Essential Element For Any Man's Wardrobe

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:08:46 »

Men's Shoes - Essential Element For Any Man's Wardrobe

In our day to day life shoe plays an important role because in this world most of the people wear shoes for various reasons like guarding the feet while walking or playing, guarding from the climate and whether, Style, Comfort, luxury, sports, etc  Nike KD 6 Shoe Factory Outlet. Sandals are the ancestors of the shoes, when human needs differentiation and change; he found the shoes through his innovation and creativity and main reason for this change is now people are concentrating in styles and comforts.Having this in mind there are many shoe producers emerged, results in so many brands, features, models in a less price . Converse is one of Brands which produces worlds top model shoes <a href="Discount Jordans For Sale.Converse is the brand which completely trying to fulfill the needs and desires of the people and now got its position by having large number of users of their shoes . At the same time people are waiting to hear and see Converse Shoes on Sale Sales Air Jordans Shoes,Kobe 9 Elite,Lebron Shoes,KD Shoes.It is because the brand produces different styles which attracts and compels the people to love and buy it . And this is the reason why still the brand Converse is being best among the shoe producers globally.When people hear that converse shoes on sales, immediately they will rush up to the stalls to buy them, Converse brand produces more basic shoes in the way we use it regularly and its specialty is that they are producing in many attractive colors so the shoe becomes a household for many people. Converse concentrates on different category of people like men, women, kids, etc. In these Converse shoe stores people can get many colors and sizes and importantly different styles of shoes which easily fits their legs and gives more comforts when comparing to other brands. Now-a-days even many countries sports teams also prefer this Converse brand shoes for their team because of the attraction, comfort and grace on it. Still the Converse shoes remains top among the minds of the people it is because the efforts they make to fulfill their consumers. And its true that many other brands are trying to give heavy competition to Converse shoes, but the Converse shoes are getting more popular when comparing to other companies, it is because the Converse shoes are easy to buy and its easily available in many stores at the same time some online shoe stores are providing more discounts for the models of the Converse brand which also helps more to increase the sales of the shoes.

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Î ñàéòå è ôîðóìå / Marking your 21st the celebrity way - Business and Finance Articles

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:07:59 »

Marking your 21st the celebrity way - Business and Finance Articles

Even today, when the occasion doesn't have any legal significance, most people want to make a big deal of their 21st birthday. For those with fame and fortune, it seems a ceremonial key to the door and a bottle of champagne aren't enough in the way of 21st birthday gifts: they want wild parties with glitz and glamour.   


None more so than Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightly - She held a 1920s themed party where 150 guests each got a bottle of Dom Perignon champagne and a selection of caviar; let's just hope none of them skimped on her 21st birthday gifts! The bubbly wasn't all that was on offer: it's reported the tequila was flowing freely, which may explain why Keira left early the next morning wearing a pig mask.   


Basketball superstar Lebron James actually managed to top Keira's bash, arriving in a black Rolls Royce at a private dinner for 65 close friends. He then held a party for a thousand guests who each paid up to ??150 to attend, with the proceeds going to charity. And you can't accuse Lebron of being a soft touch: being born on 30 December, he warned guests not to pass off Christmas gifts among his 21st birthday gifts.   


Vegas seems to be the home for many celebrity 21sts, though singer Ashlee Simpson went a step further by performing two songs from her new album at her own party. Then again, 21st birthday gifts weren't the only thing on her mind: she was also preparing for an MTV special dedicated to her birthday.   


Not all Vegas parties go so smoothly though. Kelly Osbourne didn't expect her 21st birthday gifts to include a $102,000 bill for damages to a hotel suite. But that's what she got after Paris Hilton's then-boyfriend Stavros Niarchos reportedly went on the rampage and smashed valuable furniture. The two singers exchanged barbed words in the press for weeks afterwards Cheap Sale Kobe Shoe.   


Lindsay Lohan avoided that type of chaos by cancelling a two-day long celebration in a Vegas nightclub which, at one point, was going to be sponsored by the vodka manufacturer Svedka. That went out the window when Lindsay checked herself into rehab. Instead she held a quiet beach barbecue serving non-alcoholic drinks and bottled water.   


Our own British stars are also used to high-profile parties, but none so much as Amir Khan. The Olympic silver medallist had no sooner opened his 21st birthday gifts than he had to go to a jam-packed Bolton Arena where a hometown crowd watched him defend his Commonwealth lightweight title. Fortunately the birthday boy's party wasn't delayed too long: he knocked out challenger Graham Earl in just 72 seconds!   


Prince Harry kept a lower profile with a quiet celebration at Windsor Castle. He probably wasn't really in a party mood having recently caused controversy by dressing in a Nazi uniform at a fancy dress do Nike KD 6 Shoe Factory Outlet. Hopefully none of his family bought his 21st birthday Gifts with cash as it could have been a strange experience: the Royal Mint marked the occasion by releasing a ??5 coin which was the first to feature Harry.   


Big Brother star Luke Marsden also had a quiet 21st. He celebrated his birthday in the famous house with a party for him and three fellow housemates. He didn't get any 21st birthday gifts in fact, though he didn't know it, his girlfriend marked the occasion by publicly dumping him after he'd kissed fellow contestant Rebecca Shiner Cheap Kevin Durant Elite Sale!   


Sometimes it feels like celebrities lead lives so outlandish you couldn't write better stories. But it's worth remembering that some fictional characters have also received some unwelcome 21st birthday gifts.   


Frederic, the star of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera The Pirates of Penzance, thought he'd celebrate his 21st birthday by becoming free from the band of pirates he'd spent his entire life with (his mother had misheard the offer and thought she'd apprenticed him as a pilot.) Unfortunately for Frederic, he was born on 29 February and the pirates, sticklers for accuracy, pointed out that he wouldn't earn his freedom for another 63 years!   


In the hit offbeat drama Reaper, lead character Sam Oliver's 21st birthday gifts include some unwelcome news from his parents. It turns out they did a deal with the devil by which he cured them of sickness in return for promising him their first-born child and today is collection time!   


Both the graphic novel series The Darkness, and the video game of the same name, feature the character Jackie Estacado. His 21st birthday gifts are somewhat overshadowed by the discovery that the New York mafia is attempting to blow him up. However, he manages to avoid assassination thanks to the fact that turning 21 also triggers supernatural powers passed down from his ancestors.

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Î ñàéòå è ôîðóìå / Markieff Morris evolution and where it needs to go 2013-14

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:07:41 »

Markieff Morris evolution and where it needs to go  2013-14


In the final preseason game of the year, Markieff got ejected and missed the first game of the regular season. He played in all the other contests that year, starting none. He was so electric off the bench, playing alongside Marcus, there was no need to bench Channing Frye in favor of the budding Markieff.

Morris averaged 26.6 minutes per game and we were finally seeing his potential realized as he scored 13 Cheap Sale Kobe Shoe.8 points per game. He even single-handedly won a few games for Phoenix as the bench unit closed for Jeff Hornaceks squad. He upped his field goal percentage nearly eight hundredths of a point to an above average  Discount Jordans For Sale.486 percent. His three-point percentage went down a bit, but he shot significantly less from deep Sales Air Jordans Shoes,Kobe 9 Elite,Lebron Shoes,KD Shoes. Markieff attempted double the amount of free throws per game from his rookie year and shot a respectable 79.2 percent from the line.

His rebounding came up to six boards per game, which is definitely better though still not quite where you want it.

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Î ñàéòå è ôîðóìå / Five Biggest PR Stunts in History by Johnny Paterson at iSnare Articles

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:07:25 »

Five Biggest PR Stunts in History by Johnny Paterson at iSnare Articles

There’s no such thing as bad publicity, the old saying goes. If an action or event puts your brand’s name in the forefront of your target market’s minds, it must be good. Never mind if the event has absolutely no connection with the product you’re selling. What matters is name recall.
Having said that, here are five of the most successful PR stunts that have made their brands and subjects household words:
1. The Guinness Book of World Records. Who hasn’t heard of this book? We hear of it in the TV news, we read about it in the newspapers, and yes, a lot of us enjoy reading the book itself too. Children as young as nine years old are familiar with the name Guinness.
And what, you may ask, is it promoting (if you haven’t guessed yet)? Why, Guinness beer, of course!
It all started when Sir Hugh Beaver, managing director of Guinness Brewery, went on a plover-hunting trip and failed to shoot a single one. He mentioned to his companion that the golden plover must be the fastest bird in Europe. The friend disagreed, and there was nothing to settle the argument as there were no reference books that did that sort of thing at the time.
So Sir Beaver had the idea of publishing a book that would settle such bar bets, and the rest, as we all know, is history Bags Factory Outlet.
2. The Hollywood sign. It was the challenge of a lifetime for Harry Chandler Cheap Sportswear Sale. He built an expensive housing development in the middle of a dirty desert town, and now he had to sell it. Of course, people first had to notice it – and who would look at that place when looking for an expensive home?
His idea was to create a gigantic billboard. Billboards are effective ways of getting public attention, right? A 50-foot billboard should do the trick.
He was right. It did. That 50-foot PR stunt to sell overpriced real estate is now known all over the world as the Hollywood sign.
3. David Beckham’s hair. Even people who don’t watch football know David Beckham. What made this celebrity footballer’s name a household word even if he’s not the greatest football player the world has ever seen? (For people who disagree, please refer to the Guinness Book of World Records.)
It’s his hair. Like Madonna in her heyday, David Beckham constantly reinvents himself by sporting a – shall we say “outrageous”? – well, let’s call it “head-turning” new ’do from time to time, keeping himself in the media eye.
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5. Richard Branson, the Virgin bride. Richard Branson is, of course, the unchallenged king of PR stunts. He has driven a tank down Fifth Avenue to launch Virgin Cola. He mooned the world in the Canadian Launch of Virgin Atlantic. He went around the world in a hot air balloon to promote the Virgin brand in general.
But his most outrageous stunt to date was when he went out in drag as the Virgin bride to launch the Virgin Brides wedding venture.
Did it work? Not much, as far as Virgin Brides was concerned. The venture closed in 2007. But it certainly made Richard Branson and the Virgin brand quite well known.
Yes indeed, whether we’re talking about beer, real estate, sports, or Hair and beauty, public relations stunts work. And you can bet on that and win, Sir Beaver.Hair and Beauty public relations by Catalyst Consultancy.

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Àçèÿ / Looking For That Perfect Christmas Gift

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:06:46 »

Looking For That Perfect Christmas Gift

New Years is coming but before you get there, there is that time of year when Christmas is knocking at your door with news of the eventful and productive year which is coming soon. It is the proper time to rest yourself from regular everyday work and you should try to be ready for that important time. There are all kinds of gifts you can get people for this special day, but when you go to purchase you must be conscious of what constitutes a thoughtful present. For this day consider giving the perfect Christmas gift--Nike basketball shoes.   


Throughout the world, buying and giving presents is expected as a part of the festivities. Whether you are giving a few coins or a car, the goal is to show that you care for the person you are shopping for. This time around, consider what it is that you are looking for before you go.   


Start at the beginning. Who is it that you are getting a present for Cheap Sale Kobe Shoe? What age group? What hobbies and interests does this person have? Know that while you may not get everyone's dream present, by using these guidelines in your shopping decisions your chances of buying the perfect gift go up substantially.   


At first you need to think about whether or not what you are going to buy will suit the person you are giving it to Discount Jordans For Sale. It sometimes becomes difficult to choose the right one for the right person. So you have to keep in mind that sometimes your best approach is to buy something that is practical and easily transferable.   


Even though initially it may not seem to make a whole lot of sense to buy and select athletic shoes which are clearly and only designed for playing basketball, that it is not necessarily forward thinking. While it is true that your future NBA player will probably only use it for this purpose, these have some value in that they are comfortable and can also be used for jogging or running shoes as well.   


If you're giving them to your future superstar, then you know you've made the right choice Sales Air Jordans Shoes,Kobe 9 Elite,Lebron Shoes,KD Shoes. Even to those who are less athletically inclined they are the perfect present to give most people for the reasons already mentioned above. There is no better option available out on the market than the widely known and highly popular brand of Nike.   


Not in any particular order these are just some of the options you have when shopping for a good pair: Nike Hperdunk 2010 (Team) Men's, Zoom Sharkley iD, Nike Zoom Kobe V (Team) Men's, Zoom Hyperfuse (Team) Men's, Air Max Hyped Women's, as well as the Lebron Soldier IV (Team). Step into any store and you will be exposed to many more.   


When you are looking for gifts that you can give to people, you need to make sure that you find something that can be used and enjoyed. So before you go to the mall and looking for paintings and the like, step into your nearest sporting goods place and browse the shelves. Chances are, there you will see a terrific Christmas Gift--Nike basketball shoes.

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Àçèÿ / Fashion / Style :: Designer Handbag Discount Secrets

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:06:20 »

Fashion / Style :: Designer Handbag Discount Secrets

Is a designer handbag discount merely urban legend? Designer bags such as Coach, Louis Vuitton and Fendi are amongst the most desirable accessories known to women! The best qualities that one can buy and designs that are fashionable, yet classic, to be held on to for a lifetime.

 Here?s the bad news (but please don?t shoot the messenger!)  Michael Kors Discount Outlets? It is rare to get designer handbags at a discounted price. Put yourself in the shoes of the designer and tell me if you would want your brand to be cheapened by selling it at discount. It gives the impression that the product is in low demand and the price had to be dropped to sell.

 The truth is ? these bags are in high demand without needing a clearance sale! You might want to disagree ? in fact, you saw a Louis Vuitton going for half the price at an online auction just the other week! Sorry, but that discounted bag was highly likely a counterfeit or real but a part of an unfortunate scam.

 So one more point to get across is that authentic designer handbags are 99% of the time only sold through the designer?s website or boutiques, which are often specified on their website. Always check the distribution channels of individual designers to guarantee you are getting an authentic and not a fake.

 So is there any good news to come out of this? Are their ways to get a designer handbag discount without the risk of purchasing a replica? There might just be some hope to hold on to. Some websites are offering a legitimate service of renting authentic designer handbags. I personally find this a wonderful alternative to those who simply can?t wait to save up for the latest Balenciaga tote or Coach handbag. For an example of the price you can expect to pay for a month?s rental ? Coach can cost around $40 whereas a Balenciaga might be around $300 ? bargain!

 There are other options too. There are premium consignment sites where previously purchased designer handbags (sometimes never used or in top condition) are bought and sold through their website. Each handbag undergoes thorough checks to ensure it isn?t a counterfeit with serial numbers and holograms being the first things looked at. Then it is restored to look brand new Hermes Bags Outlet. In order to be accepted and sold, the bag must be submitted with at least two original documents to clarify that is authentic. This may include the original packaging or a manufacturer registration card amongst others.

 Finally, there are invitation only sites where designer handbags are sold at a discounted price ? sales only last around 36 hours though on any given designer so you would have to act quickly to get your desired bag.

 As you can see, there are a few ways to get a discounted designer handbag without being at risk of picking up a counterfeit. Always make checks on the websites you are buying from to make sure they are legitimate and read the small print! Bags Factory Outlet

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Àìåðèêà / Five Biggest PR Stunts in History by Johnny Paterson at iSnare Articles

« : 23 Ñåíòÿáðü 2014, 08:05:53 »

Five Biggest PR Stunts in History by Johnny Paterson at iSnare Articles

There’s no such thing as bad publicity, the old saying goes. If an action or event puts your brand’s name in the forefront of your target market’s minds, it must be good. Never mind if the event has absolutely no connection with the product you’re selling. What matters is name recall.
Having said that, here are five of the most successful PR stunts that have made their brands and subjects household words:
1. The Guinness Book of World Records. Who hasn’t heard of this book? We hear of it in the TV news, we read about it in the newspapers, and yes, a lot of us enjoy reading the book itself too. Children as young as nine years old are familiar with the name Guinness.
And what, you may ask, is it promoting (if you haven’t guessed yet)? Why, Guinness beer, of course!
It all started when Sir Hugh Beaver, managing director of Guinness Brewery, went on a plover-hunting trip and failed to shoot a single one. He mentioned to his companion that the golden plover must be the fastest bird in Europe. The friend disagreed, and there was nothing to settle the argument as there were no reference books that did that sort of thing at the time.
So Sir Beaver had the idea of publishing a book that would settle such bar bets, and the rest, as we all know, is history.
2. The Hollywood sign. It was the challenge of a lifetime for Harry Chandler. He built an expensive housing development in the middle of a dirty desert town, and now he had to sell it. Of course, people first had to notice it – and who would look at that place when looking for an expensive home?
His idea was to create a gigantic billboard. Billboards are effective ways of getting public attention, right? A 50-foot billboard should do the trick.
He was right. It did. That 50-foot PR stunt to sell overpriced real estate is now known all over the world as the Hollywood sign.
3. David Beckham’s hair. Even people who don’t watch football know David Beckham. What made this celebrity footballer’s name a household word even if he’s not the greatest football player the world has ever seen? (For people who disagree, please refer to the Guinness Book of World Records.)
It’s his hair. Like Madonna in her heyday, David Beckham constantly reinvents himself by sporting a – shall we say “outrageous”? – well, let’s call it “head-turning” new ’do from time to time, keeping himself in the media eye.
4. Dove’s Real Beauty campaign Bags Factory Outlet. It may not exactly be a stunt, but it’s one heck of a brave thing to do. Instead of using picture-perfect models Photoshopped to further perfection, Dove took real women with real body fat and used them as their models instead. Granted all that these models were still thinner than the average British and American woman, they were still meatier than the average ad model, and many hailed that as a step in the right direction. For one, it boosted Dove’s sales by 700%.
5. Richard Branson, the Virgin bride. Richard Branson is, of course, the unchallenged king of PR stunts. He has driven a tank down Fifth Avenue to launch Virgin Cola. He mooned the world in the Canadian Launch of Virgin Atlantic. He went around the world in a hot air balloon to promote the Virgin brand in general Cheap Sportswear Sale.
But his most outrageous stunt to date was when he went out in drag as the Virgin bride to launch the Virgin Brides wedding venture.
Did it work? Not much, as far as Virgin Brides was concerned. The venture closed in 2007. But it certainly made Richard Branson and the Virgin brand quite well known.
Yes indeed, whether we’re talking about beer, real estate, sports, or Hair and beauty, public relations stunts work. And you can bet on that and win, Sir Beaver.Hair and Beauty public relations by Catalyst Consultancy.Buy Cheap Handbag - Handbag Heaven