Neb. Dean: OK to Admit Minorities With Lower Scores Oct 10, 2008
Willborn questioned the findings and said the college never provided the Center for Equal Opportunity with data that showed the race of students. The center also studied undergraduate admissions to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and said there was no evidence of discrimination. (Fox News)
HUD: Tallassee couple forced to move after black neighbors visit Oct 10, 2008
"It is astounding that 40 years after the passage of the Fair Housing Act there are still people who would try to police people's associations," said Kim Kendrick, HUD Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, in a press release. The ordeal started in February when Wilber and Julie Williams rented a home on Gilmer Avenue to Melissa Jones and her family. (WSJA.com, AL)
Post celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Oct 10, 2008
Garcia spoke to attendees of the Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon, hosted by Medical Activity and the Combined Arms Center's Equal Opportunity Office. National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Fla. bar gives 'having a cold one' new meaning Oct 10, 2008
Anne Taylor, who moved to Orlando from Minneapolis, joked that it makes frostbite an equal opportunity malady. "People in Orlando can freeze every day just like people in Minnesota," she said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Census Bureau to begin recruiting Hawaii workers Oct 10, 2008
The U.S. Census Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Larry Kissell understands Oct 10, 2008
bonnie wrote on Oct 8, 2008 12:50 PM:" Bocephus....Dishonesty and unfairness runs rampant in the Democrat party, and also isolated cases in the Republican party. Republicans must remain honest, although we may not always win in the short term, honesty is essential to long term success. BALBERT: LOL What grade are you in? Have you ever heard of a country where bringing down the rich did not make the poor poorer. I think we should obliterate the greed and dishonesty among the rich and the poor.... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Private vs. public aquaculture Oct 10, 2008
They think aquaculture is a good thing but they believe the flats should remain public so everyone has equal opportunity to harvest and so all clammers (recreational and commercial) have to abide by the same rules. Some clammers have also said the private clam farming doesn't benefit the rest of the flats because after the seed clams are laid down they are covered with netting that prevents eggs from traveling on currents and settling out on other beds. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Affirmative Action Issue Debated At Forum Oct 10, 2008
Opponents said it's really being driven by an out-of-state group that's looking to eliminate equal opportunity programs in Nebraska. "Initiative 424 is a solution in search of a problem," said opponent David Kramer. (7 KETV Omaha)
Head in stars, feet on ground Oct 10, 2008
Sackett says encouraging women in science is not just a matter of equal opportunity but of maximising excellence. "Given the challenges and opportunities we face, we need to make sure we are drawing on all of our strengths as a nation, all of the expertise, and innovative ways of thinking.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Creationists defeated in Kansas school vote on science teaching Oct 10, 2008
Guidelines challenging Darwinism banned Decision is latest blow to intelligent design activists. Thursday February 15 2007. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Charles City man remembers terrorist Ayers Oct 10, 2008
I wasn t there, of course, but I m 100 percent sure that over the Ayers supper table they talked about diversity and equal opportunity. The changing society was a big subject with them, he said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Two men and one teen face robbery, burglary charges Oct 10, 2008
PerfectStranger wrote on Oct 10, 2008 9:43 AM:" It is actually against the law (in most or all states) to leave the keys in the ignition of any motorized vehicle. These Three Stooges probably wouldn't know how to steal a car, and it was their luck (or misfortune) that they found one with the keys in it. It's obvious that Weston needs to be kept behind bars for a long time, he's been leaving his fingerprints all over the area for quite a while, and he doesn't seem to mind which type of crime... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Report: Urban girls shortchanged in sports Oct 10, 2008
The report indicates much of the disparity is rooted in economic inequalities, which affect the ability of families, schools and communities to provide equal opportunity. Some 7. (FindLaw News)
Online freedoms under threat, says Amnesty Oct 10, 2008
bridgeview it is an equal opportunity employer. ga. (Yahoo News -- Human Rights)
Changes needed in presidential election process Oct 8, 2008
A regional primary system should be put into place to give other states and regions an equal opportunity in the process of selecting our presidential nominee. See you next week. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Suit challenging petition goes to trial Oct 7, 2008
Kathy Abbott (right) stands in front of the Lancaster Event Center and has Gary Brakhage sign a petition designed to end affirmative action and promote equal opportunity for everyone ... Kathy Abbott (right) stands in front of the Lancaster Event Center and has Gary Brakhage sign a petition designed to end affirmative action and promote equal opportunity for everyone. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Audit Senior Oct 7, 2008
Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Requirements. (Florida Today)
Spain orders ship seizure in $500m treasure row Oct 7, 2008
Thursday June 7 2007. A Spanish judge has ordered police to capture and search two treasure-hunting ships belonging to an American company which has discovered a disputed undersea trove of gold and silver valued at $500m (250m). (Yahoo News -- Spain)
Electrical Engineer Oct 5, 2008
RS&H is an Equal Opportunity Employer. job requirements. (Florida Today)
Black Businessman Spars Against Affirmative Action Oct 5, 2008
"Ward Connerly has used voter fraud and deception to place his initiatives on the ballot and profited off a campaign to outlaw equal opportunity," Wilfore said. Said Connerly: "Why would I have to do that when I had a very successful company from which I earned far more than I could make running a national nonprofit effort that resulted in significant abuse to me and my family?". (CBS News -- US)
An African country can emulate the successes Oct 4, 2008
He said the NPPs mission of spreading wealth amongst the entire citizenry would be carried on until equal opportunity and access were created for all Ghanaians. We need to create a Ghana that will provide a model progress in freedom for the rest of Africa. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Victims' silent work gives voice to domestic violence (9) Oct 4, 2008
Domestic violence is an equal opportunity crime that crosses all barriers, said Sisk, as she taped the large purple circle to the window. It doesn t care how educated you are, how much money you have, what your race is; it can happen to anyone. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Tony Marmo, 90; founded girl's hockey team in Hub Oct 3, 2008
He was passionate about sports and in providing equal opportunity for women long before the passage of Title IX, which called for equal access to sports for girls. That commitment stemmed from his childhood, he told the Globe in 2003. (Boston Globe)
Job Openings at News Channel 3 Oct 3, 2008
Local TV LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer ... Local TV LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer ... Local TV LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (WREG.com, TN)
explains why Oct 3, 2008
Possibly 1992, but the presence of Ross Perot -- not to mention Dana Carvey's -- made the comedy inherent in that election more or less an equal opportunity affair. Finally, while there isn't much hard evidence to go on, there is this: George McGovern went from 19 points behind Richard Nixon in a Gallup poll taken in mid-July 1972 -- just after Thomas Eagleton had been nominated at the Democratic convention -- to a -26 in early August after he had dumped Eagleton from the ticket. (Harper's Magazine)
Comedy Nights return to Mingles Lounge Oct 3, 2008
Im an equal opportunity basher, including myself. I make fun of the absurd, stupid people, stupid family members. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Terms of Service Oct 3, 2008
All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at 800-669-9777. (USA Today -- Sports)
Aaronson: No child left behind? Oct 3, 2008
Isn t that what this is all about: Making sure that all students are given an equal opportunity to be successful. When else in their lives will students be evaluated by a singular measure. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2008 Oct 3, 2008
To recognize the contributions of Americans with disabilities and to encourage all citizens to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce, the Congress has designated October of each year (36 U.S.C. 121) as "National Disability Employment Awareness Month.". NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 2008 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. (White House News Releases)
Linda Chavez Oct 3, 2008
Columns, funnies in your inbox. She also writes a weekly syndicated column that appears in newspapers across the country, is a political analyst for FOX News Channel, and hosts a syndicated, daily radio show on Liberty Broadcasting. (Townhall.com)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 2, 2008 Oct 3, 2008
" I don't know, or know about SD, but it is easy pickin's to present liberals in a bad light.See my 12:19. sdraoul wrote on Oct 2, 2008 2:59 PM:"admiral" who probably never served in the military needs to learn to read.I was rebutting the constant mantra that DD continues about "peer review" on articles written by scientists or non-scientists.How that reflects on Obama is simple. Obama was editor of the Harvard Law Review but unlike other editors didn't publish an article that anyone can find in... (North County Times)
Dream ends without fanfare: Zermani resigns as girls hoop coach amid disappointment Oct 3, 2008
Everybody had an equal opportunity for the job, Nelson said. And when it was over, Nelson praised Zermani for his work along the sidelines the last three years. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
EEO Statement Oct 3, 2008
Station KIRO-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO PUBLIC FILE REPORT [pdf file. (KIRO TV, WA)
Letters to the Editor (Sept. 30) Oct 3, 2008
On the legislative side, a much higher percentage of Republicans than Democrats in both houses of Congress voted in favor of the 13th and 14th amendments to the Constitution, the Civil Rights Act of 1866, the Civil Rights Act of 1957, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act, and the Equal Opportunity Employment Act. I would not deny that the liberal of today champions civil rights for all people; so does the conservative. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Outrageous salaries and bonuses have rightly been criticised. Oct 3, 2008
The Age Blogs: Business. Welcome to The Age Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
EEOC Notification to Community Groups Oct 3, 2008
KFOX-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In Accordance with the FCC's EEO regulations, any organization that distributes information about employment opportunities to job seekers or refers job seekers to employers may request that it be provided notice of KFOX-TV's job vacancies as they occur. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
The Godfather is the don of Empire's top 500 film poll Sep 25, 2008
ethic * experience with cds reporting a plus * experience in online subscription development a plus the atlantic media company is an equal opportunity employer. dc. (guardian.co.uk)
Sr. Human Resource Representative Sep 25, 2008
Entergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes the development of all employees. . (The Clarion-Ledger)
Groups Urge Voting Rights for Felons Sep 25, 2008
If youre not willing to follow the law, then you cant claim a right to make the law for everyone else, said Roger Clegg of the Center for Equal Opportunity, a conservative think tank in Virginia. And of course thats what youre doing when you vote. (Newsmax)
New addiction counseling center comes to Fort Washington Sep 24, 2008
Livengrin director of business development Joseph Curran calls addiction an equal opportunity disease that affects all demographics. Livengrin provides treatment to employees of local businesses and works on assisting their return to regular life addiction free, Curran said. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Union rep: Not all fired at Neb. plant were Somali Sep 24, 2008
He hopes the Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission, or perhaps its federal counterpart, will step in. The state commission has said it expects to be doing outreach in Grand Island over the next few weeks. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Car stolen from Moniteau County prosecutor believed found (1047) Sep 24, 2008
ODF wrote on Sep 23, 2008 1:41 PM:" Mighty - One other point. My 9:40am comment was a direct response to JCPatriot's post that was removed. There were specific allegations that probably crossed the line and was libelous (sp) yet there have been no charges/convictions, only rumors and unfounded (so far) accusations. Therefore the comment was removed, and rightfully so. Like naturally stated, I have had comments removed when I crossed the line, usually in response to other's attacks. But from what... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
League of Women Voters: watch, analyze debates Sep 24, 2008
Does the format give each candidate an equal opportunity to speak and respond. Are the questions clear, fair and equally tough on all candidates. (Needham Tab, MA)
Electrical Engineer II -- Mixed Signal Sep 24, 2008
EOE/AAP/ADA/DFW DRS Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. (Florida Today)
Muslim Leader Says Plant Should Investigate, Not Educate Sep 24, 2008
Somali Muslim advocate Mohamed Rage said the state Equal Opportunity Commission needs to investigate and take action against the JBS Swift and Company plant. Muslim workers at the plant have pushed for accommodations with break times to allow prayer at sunset. (7 KETV Omaha)
16 comments Sep 24, 2008
If Obama loses, our children will grow up thinking of equal opportunity as a myth. Nicholas D. Kristof of New York Times: Religious prejudice (against Obama) is becoming a proxy for racial prejudice. (Human Events Online)
New poll says racial views could hurt Obama Sep 23, 2008
The fact that even after Canada, the UK, Germany, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka have had female leaders at the top, the land of equal opportunity (NOT) still has never elected a woman president during its 232 years of existence is shameful. As I am not an African-American, I cannot speak on their behalf. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
New embryo test to screen for 6,000 diseases Sep 23, 2008
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. USA. (Yahoo News -- Biotechnology and Genetics)
Tuesday happenings Sep 23, 2008
Everyone At the Table will provide low-income families with dinners from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Bandon First Presbyterian Church, 592 Edison Ave. Donations for E.A.T. are appreciated for the nonprofit, equal opportunity provider. For more information, call Allison Hundley at 347-3500. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Videos, photos can detract from a resume Sep 23, 2008
Many employers will not view video resumes because they reveal a candidate's race, age and gender - protected classes under equal opportunity employment legislation. This also underscores why you shouldn't add photos to your resume. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Climate more urgent than economy, say voters Sep 22, 2008
phi is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with a.. de. (Yahoo News -- Climate Change)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 21, 2008 Sep 22, 2008
all these student, liberal and conservative alike, just sat back and, without formal complaint, all said, "Sure, professor Smith, please do give the black kid, what's his name, the A we all strive and would kill each other for'. This is raoul's version of how life is at Harvard Law. Obama cannot, under any circumstances, have actually accomplished anything, raoul says, via work, intelligence, or any other virtue. Raoul says every grade, every A paper, every award, that Obama ever received, was a... (North County Times)
Multipurpose cards as education vouchers Sep 22, 2008
Tangerang Mayor Wahidin Halim said recently the administration has allocated Rp 6 billion from this year's budget in a bid to provide equal opportunity to community members to access quality education at no cost. "We hope with the multipurpose card program, that there will be no more children who drop out from school during their school-age, across the municipality," Wahidin said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Ecstasy harms brain on first use, study finds Sep 22, 2008
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. inspired selection ltd. if you're looking for a role that is a blend of st. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Give Them A Chance Sep 22, 2008
The reported rejection of the Sachar committee proposal for an Equal Opportunity Commission (EOC) for which a distinguished expert group prepared a blueprint by the HRD ministry recently invites a holistic debate. The Sachar Committee recommended equal opportunity and diversity perspectives to deal with the discrimination and disabilities the oppressed and dispossessed face in a diverse India: It is a well accepted maxim in law that not only must justice be done, but it must appear to... (India Times, India)
Franken helps craft McCain 'SNL' skit Sep 21, 2008
And, to be sure, over its 33 years, writers on the show have been equal opportunity satirists, gleefully mocking Republican and Democratic politicians alike. McCain, Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton have all made cameos on the show this year, and the year s most high-impact sketch may have been the one mocking reporters for going easy on the Illinois senator at the expense of Clinton. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Free World Colossus Sep 20, 2008
For them, however, democracy does not simply mean universal suffrage and equal opportunity; they have redefined it to refer to political-social radicalism in general. To spread democracy, then, means to promote feminism, multiculturalism, homosexual rights, environmentalism and socialism. (The American Conservative)
Technology Job Opportunities Sep 20, 2008
An Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. Source - Florida Today - Melbourne, FL. (Florida Today)
OCEANSIDE: North County gay and lesbian group gets active in city Sep 20, 2008
Equal Opportunity wrote on Sep 19, 2008 9:06 PM:I hope you will include the Tri City Board of Directors' election. There's much need for the administration and physicians to meet the standards of the Civil Rights Act especially with the latest US Supreme Court decision. (North County Times)
Youth sports not about winning Sep 20, 2008
Ironically, with the equal opportunity philosophy I employ, my name has been dragged through the mud, I have not been invited to coach and I get to sit on a wealth of material provided by the NFL and one of the best coaches in football. Let us change the norm and get all the youth involved. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Controversy erupts over lecture position in student government Sep 20, 2008
"equal opportunity for everyone?". In UISG. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Creationists defeated in Kansas school vote on science teaching Sep 20, 2008
education is an equal opportunity employer eoe/m/f/v/d. pearson professional and career, an innovative higher education publishing unit of pearson education and. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Nara Bancorp Declares $0.0275 Cash Dividend for the Third Quarter of 2008 Sep 20, 2008
Nara Bank is a member of the FDIC and is an Equal Opportunity Lender. For more information on Nara Bank, visit our website at. (Primezone Releases)
Legendary percussionist to play at Esber Sep 19, 2008
The show acquired multi-sponsorship from the Penn State Jazz Club, the Integrative Arts department, the School of Music and the Equal Opportunity Planning Commission. The University Park Allocation Committee (UPAC) provided the free admission. (Daily Collegian, PA)
A Tale of Two Lies Sep 19, 2008
Linda Chavez is chairman of the Center for Equal Opportunity and author of. Be the first to read Linda Chavez's column. (Townhall.com)
