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until 2017 for the unemployment Recovering rate to get to 5.3/4%. Unemployment Mr. Obama thought his stimulus package was going to take care of the follow some of your favorite sources Rate is economy and create jobs, so he spent The Coffee Shop in Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. his whole first year and then some Just because you may see it all the Deceiving pushing his health care agenda. He Social Media tips to build your business time, does not mean that your audi- finally got it through Congress with With Brian Basilico ence follows the same stuff, and they From The Hill some hard arm-twisting and bribes may find it very helpful With Roger Sheeman to some Senators for their vote, By knowing who you are talking with promising them a ton of money for (emphasis on 'with' – NOT 'to') and 3. Pay attention to your posts. Too Most people who read or hear the their states in return for their vote. providing them with quality infor- many businesses take a “Post It and news will think the falling unemploy- I thought bribery was illegal, I guess mation, your posts become more no- Forget It” mentality. If people com- ment rate is a good thing. it’s not if it’s the President. ticed when dabbled in the flood of ment on your posts, they’ll real ap- information. preciate it when you comment back. The facts are much different. The The President had full control of That will give them a reason to com- government does not count those both houses of Congress the first Here are some tips to be a bit more ment again. If their comments be- who have stopped looking for work two years of his term, so blaming the successful and build your business come unnoticed, they are more like- or those who have part-time jobs Republicans for the deficit and high with Social Media… ly than not to think that you JUST who really need full-time jobs. unemployment numbers just don’t DON’T CARE about their thoughts hold water. In fact, since the House 1. Social Media is not advertising— and opinions (positive or negative). Of course, Mr. Obama and the Dem- was won over by the Republicans, it’s an extension of your face-to-face ocrats take credit for the improved they have passed over 30 job-creat- networking. People are getting more Does all this take time? Well, heck job picture. The reality is that the ing and deficit-reduction bills. The savvy about using social media to ask yeah! Does it reap rewards? Well, President’s policies have made job Senate, under the non-leadership “Does anyone know a good plumb- that depends. In this short-atten- growth and the recovery a lot slower of Harry Reid, has refused to bring er?” By connecting with friends and tion-span theatre, you have to have and smaller. Creation of 234,000 in any of those 30 bills to the floor for a business associates, with useful in- a “READY – FIRE – AIM” men- January is the highest since 2009, but vote. The Senate has also not passed formation that they can actually use, tality. Try some posts…measure the stills far short of the needed 350,000 a budget for over 1000 days. This is a you stay top of mind. By constantly results, repeat what is working, and jobs a month created to really bring direct violation of the law regarding selling, you become noise in the bar- abandon those that are not gen- down the unemployment rate. the federal budget. rage of messages in somebody’s Fa- erating or creating conversations! cebook news or Twitter feed. Mr. Obama boldly said unemploy- We know the economy was slowing ment would not rise above 8% if down when Mr. Obama took office, 2. Quality information is every- Congress passed the $787 billion but he was elected to fix the prob- where—Google it! If you want to stimulus bill. How has that worked lems and not do nothing about it or find timely and relevant informa- out? The unemployment rate has blame others for it. There has been tion… just search for it. You can also remained over 8% For 36 straight no Plan B for fixing the economy. months, 9% in 28 of those months Mr. Obama has said if he can’t fix since the stimulus bill was passed. the economy in three years he would The labor participation rate, which be a one-term President. measures the percentage of Ameri- cans looking for work, fell to a 30- I am sure he will be keeping that year low. If the percentage of Ameri- promise. cans in the workforce were the same as the start of the recession, the un- employment rate would be 11.4%. The average number of weeks it takes to find a job is up from 19.9 weeks when President Obama took office to now a staggering 40.1 weeks.

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The manufac- even though we components and carbon steel, said it Education turing work- raised corporate will establish a regional headquar- week increased and individual ters for North America in Increases by 0.3 hour to income taxes. this summer. The regional HQ will 40.9 hours, and In that so-called employee 100 people to add to the Employment factory over- employer's para- 1,400 they already employee at two time increased dise, Indiana, plants in Danville. From the Tribune By Mark Garrity by 0.1 hour to where everybody article today: 3.4 hours. This knew the GOP- The January jobs report and the re- means there is controlled as- "The company did not seek fi nancial visions for December and November room for more sembly and gov- incentives as it considered more than from the Bureau of Labor Statistics new hires in the Mark Garrity, A View from the Top ernor were set to 20 cities around the U.S. for the re- are out today and they look great. manufacturing pass a "Right to gional headquarters." America created 257,000 new pri- sector as GM, Work for Less" vate sector jobs (only 14,000 public Ford and Chrysler all have plans to law that makes paying union dues "We've learned not to run where sector jobs lost to dumb spending do. Good thing Obama didn't pay at- strictly voluntary and are eyeing the incentives are or where there cuts), for a net new 243,000 jobs in tention to Republicans in 2009 when teaching creationism's dressed-up is the lowest tax rate," Gessner January. December's numbers were they preferred to kill the American sister "intelligent design" as science said. "We need the overall picture." revised up from 200,000 to 203,000 car companies and not only their in the classroom, they created all of "Weighing in Chicago's favor are its new jobs, and November from jobs, but millions of others at their 17,700 new non-farm jobs in 2011. extensive air service and a highly 100,000 to 157,000 as late report- suppliers. In Wisconsin, where Governor Walk- skilled profession labor pool," Ema- ing businesses trickle their statistics er gutted public employee union bar- nuel said. in and the BLS does further monthly For months now forecasters have gaining rights and slashed their pay recalculation of seasonal factors. been telling us that growth in the sec- and pensions after giving away $127 It's pretty clear we have advantages ond half of 2011 would be strong but million in tax cuts to big business, all states like Wisconsin and Indiana The unemployment rate dropped the beginning of 2012 will be weak. in the name of job creation,they only don't have with our transportation from 8.5% to 8.3%. It's not looking that way so far, but created 3,200 new nonfarm jobs and facilities and a world-class city like that doesn't mean it won't fade back. none, zero, nadda in the second half Chicago. What's also clear is that Looking under the hood, in January Government spending cuts enacted of the year after Walker's policies employers want well-educated work- we created 70,000 positions in pro- last year in the GOP hostage dramas went into eff ect. ers. Indiana, which hasn't had pub- fessional and business services. Man- last spring and lic sector unions for some time and ufacturing added 50,000. Leisure summer over the Recently Greg Wisconsin, whose governor is doing and hospitality was up by 44,000. budget and debt Bedalov, Presi- his best to destroy theirs, aren't do- Health care was up by 33,000 (So ceiling, possible dent & CEO of ing their kids any favors by convinc- much for Obamacare killing the oil price hikes Choose DuPage, ing their teachers they're not valued health care sector, looks like they're from an Israeli the regional eco- If Wisconsin and Indiana want to staffi ng up to take care of the addi- attack on Iran, nomic develop- make their schools Double A mi- tional 30 million who will soon be oil company ment corpora- nor league ball teams where good insured). Construction increased by and speculator tion that works teachers work for peanuts until they 21,000 in January, following a gain greed, coupled in close con- graduate to the big leagues in states of 31,000 in the previous month. with oil demand junction with like , that's their problem. But That's good news for the housing from developing DuPage County such shortsighted thinking isn't go- industry as the Obama administra- countries could government to ing to make them more appealing to tion has revamped some of their pro- send gasoline bring businesses employers or help create jobs in the grams to make it easier for buyers to prices to $5 a gallon by summer, to DuPage County, addressed the long run. get mortgages for new houses and putting a kabosh on a recovery. Downers Grove Township Demo- others to refi nance. cratic Organization (DGTDO) at And let's not forget that the unex- our monthly meeting. When I say Join Roger and pected—like the earthquake/tsuna- closely, I mean closely; their board mi in Japan and the resulting Fuku- reads like a list of companies doing Mark shima nuclear plant meltdown that business with the County: the larg- idled almost the entire car manufac- est employers in the area, and local Decision 2012 heats up turing sector in the US, transplant GOP politicians. One of our DGT- and American alike for months last DO members, the always thoughtful Roger and Mark are back. Join them year—can happen at any time. Greg Hose, asked Mr. Bedalov what in the no-spin zone in From The is the single biggest factor businesses Hill. Enough of those worries for now. look for when they are thinking of re- Let's turn to what happened in our locating or building a new plant or Mark talks democratic and Roger own neighborhood here the Mid- offi ce. Without a doubt said Greg, off ers his republican response. Join west. The BLS also released num- the one thing they look for most is them as they heat up for decision bers a week ago for job creation last an educated workforce, hands down. 2012! year in individual states. Yesterday, Germany-based Thyssen- Read all about the local candidates In Illinois, we created 52,000 private Krupp, a diversifi ed manufacturing seeking offi ce and join the discussion sector non-farm payrolls jobs in 2011 company that makes elevators, auto with our new blog devoted to helping to provide you with the information to help make an informed decision.

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By Martin Flowers “Being assigned this duty in my mili- tary career and seeing the impor- tance our great nation plays in keep- ing the peace helped me to develop a In the fi rst of our series of profi ling better appreciation for what we have young professionals, we recently sat here in America,” Reyna said. “This down with Juan Reyna, Kane Coun- was an experience that would change ty Board member who represents my life.” District 3. Reading his story, you will begin to understand why he is a During his time in the military, Juan young person making a diff erence in became involved with supporting his community. Special Olympics. In 1996, the Spe- cial Olympic games were held near As a lifetime resident of Aurora, the base, and Juan was chosen act Juan’s commitment to community as an ambassador and guide for this was instilled in him at an early age by special occasion. his mother who has been a long-time Illinois celebrates immigrants, photo courtesy of ICIRR. volunteer for her church and Hesed Upon his Honorable Discharge from House. the Army, Juan returned to Aurora with his wife and they had three chil- Juan was always part of his family life, A young man who began on the ball “At an early age our mother would dren. Raising a family and working involved with the PTA, and helped fi elds of Aurora, served his nation long hours, Juan never forgot the establish a program with teachers halfway around the world, raised a lessons he learned as a small boy that fostered a communication and family, created safer working condi- and his understanding of education, dialogue between the teachers and tions, commitment to helping local work ethic, and family. parents. This low-key, humble man schools, and now being a public serv- downplays his accomplishments, like ant. Juan has accomplished this all Juan went on to work at Kraft Foods in 1999 when he helped to solve a before the age of 42, and this sets Juan and became a union steward repre- public safety issue with the sidewalks aside as a young professional mak- senting the Grain Millers Local 343, around Krug Elementary School. He ing a diff erence in the community. which eventually merged to create lobbied with other parents to create Local 1. Juan then rose through the a safe school zone for the children ranks with both Kraft Foods and the entering school. Juan also continued union, to serve as a Kraft supervisor to coach , and participate in Illinois and secretary treasurer of the Local. his children’s scholastic career where As a workplace leader who saw the they excelled in local sports and were Celebrates its importance of teamwork, Juan built on the Honor Roll. He also contin- a record as a problem-solver through ued his own education at Waubonsee Immigrant his teamwork approach and respect- Community College. Juan Reyna, one of our featured young ing people’s diverse opinions. Community professionals. In 2008, the residents of District “Being sensible and working to fi nd 3 sent Juan to represent them on By Nadia R. Kanhai that common ground has helped me the Kane County Board, where he take us down to volunteer at Hesed to achieve success in helping to cre- serves on Human Services, Public While some states like Arizona and House, and that experience helped to ate a better working environment for Service, and Liquor Control Com- Alabama are fi nding issues with their shape my commitment to helping to people.” However, Juan has not lost mission. He also continues his work immigrant populations, the state of give back to my community.” Reyna sight of what is important: family as role model, educator, community Illinois took time to celebrate its im- explains. “My family helped to instill and community. activist, and public servant. Working migrant community on Saturday, in me the values and the work ethic to foster relationships between the February 4. that I have carried through life.” Juan counts his greatest accomplish- City and the County, Juan continues ment as being a father and husband. his journey to represent the residents More than 1,500 people joined 50 of Graduating from East Aurora High Even with his busy work schedule, of his District. Illinois’ elected offi cials and dignitar- School in 1988, Juan embarked on ies at Malcolm X College in Chicago a journey that would lead him to be for the second annual “One Nation, a successful public servant, commu- One Dream” immigration integra- nity activist, father, and mentor. tion summit.

Juan’s journey began with his fi rst “The last 10 years has seen ugly at- job after high school with the Colo- tacks on immigrants, Latinos, and nel Bakery, where he started on the Muslims across this nation,” stated ground fl oor and worked his way the leaders of the Illinois Coalition up through the ranks to being s su- for Immigrant and Refugee Rights pervisor. Juan continued his path of (ICIRR). “We are proud that in Il- leading through example with stops linois, we have moved the cause of along the way that allowed him to dignity for immigrants forward dur- develop diversity in his views in the ing these very diffi cult times.” work place. In 1992, Juan joined the military and served his nation, start- Indeed, the struggle could stretch ing out at Ft. Campbell in Kentucky Advertisement from one decade to several, Cook Kendall Weekly Times 5

County Board President Toni Preck- “We (ICIRR, its volunteers, member winkle acknowledged with a twist. organizations, and elected allies) are “When ordinary people commit to a leader.” Alie Kabba, ICIRR Board making this a great country, we can President rallied the crowd. “We’re achieve the end to slavery, the wom- leaders…not Arizona, not Alabama. en’s vote…but the struggle may last ICIRR is the most diverse (coalition decades.” of its kind)”

“My mother is my American hero,” In fact, Illinois’ record on immigra- Cook County Commissioner Jesus tion reform is outstanding. “In the (Chuy) Garcia proclaimed to the last 10 years, not one form of anti- standing-room-only crowd. “It’s immigrant legislation has passed in about equal treatment. It’s not about Illinois,” Maria Pesqueira of Mu- giving anyone a break. It’s about jeres Latinas en Accion remarked, upholding the Constitution. Illinois thanking the elected offi cials present. stands as an example.” ICIRR says that 17 anti-immigrant bills were defeated in the Illinois Advertisement ICIRR thanked both the Republi- General Assembly in 2011 alone. cans and Democrats of Illinois, who have worked together for practical Saturday’s Unity Rally brought to- multi-level strategy to halt the de- Hispanic, and Native American. immigration reform. “Both Parties gether an unlikely mix of politi- portation of family members. passed the Illinois DREAM Act,” cians, immigrants, and their allies, as Raul Raymundo, ICIRR treasurer, they patted each other on the back, A Highway Safety Campaign is be- explained. “The Republicans stood thanking all for their dedication to ing launched that will require all Illi- Romney Gets up against the anti-immigrants in the cause of compassionate and sen- nois motorists to register for driver’s their districts. We need comprehen- sible immigration reform. licenses and purchase insurance. Trumped sive immigration reform in order to A similar program nearly passed in move forward.” “Illinois is made richer by welcoming 2011. ICIR has vowed to opposed By Joe Fosco immigrants from all over the world,” the expansion of immigrant deten- “Our party wants to do more ‘show- proclaimed US Congresswoman tion center, beginning with the new After much hemming and hawing, ing up,’” Matt Murphy, chair of the Jan Schakowsky. “We’re immigrant- facility planned for Crete, Illinois. The Donald has fi nally (hopefully?) Illinois Senate Republican Caucus, friendly Illinois…not Alabama or decided not to throw his hat into the shared. “We have a joint future tied Arizona.” The community component of 2012 Presidential race, but rather together in our success. We want to ICIRR’s campaign includes budg- support one of the four remaining continue this dialogue.” In 2011, Illinois became the fi rst eting for results, helping the Latino Republican candidates. Speculation state to opt out of Secure Commu- and Asian communities, which have was swirling around who exactly Illinois has been at the forefront of nities, a federal dragnet deporta- doubled in the last 20 years, AllKids Trump would endorse for the Re- immigration reform at the federal tion program. New York and Mas- for all kids, and health care access. publican nomination. level, besides the county and state sachusetts followed Illinois’ lead. level. Indeed, US Senator Dick Dur- In 2012 ICIRR and its 138 mem- Illinois Governor Pat Quinn took the Wednesday the rumor mill was fl ood- bin admitted, “I have been at this ber organizations are committed to opportunity Saturday to announce ed with reports that Newt Gingrich (immigration reform) for 10 years. naturalizing citizens and mobilizing the board members of the newly would be getting the nod, but in a I will not stop. It’s about allowing more than 150,000 new voters. founded Illinois DREAM Fund last-minute switcheroo The Donald young people to earn the American Commission, which will provide pri- decided to embrace front-runner dream.” ICIRR’s 2012 platform is three- vately funded scholarships to young Mitt Romney. pronged, based on family, com- people to attend higher education. “This is the issue of our time,” Dur- munity, and the future. Among its Quinn personally pledged $1,000 to At the press conference held Thurs- bin told the crowd. “We are writing initiatives is the Illinois Families the scholarship fund. day in Las Vegas, Trump was sing- the history of America.” Commission with US Congress- ing the praises of Romney, a de- man Luis Gutierrez to coordinate a In addition to the higher educa- cided shift from his previous stance tion feature of the campaign’s fu- on the former governor. Not even ture component, the campaign also a few months ago, Trump was busy includes early childhood education taking serious digs at Romney, call- through parent engagement and a ing him a “small business guy” and pledge to stand with and defend low- openly bashing the Massachusetts wage workers. health care system, often referred to as RomneyCare. “It’s about opportunity and equal- ity,” University of Illinois President All this makes me wonder why ex- Michael J. Hogan encouraged the actly Romney would even accept hundreds of young people present. the endorsement of a man like Don- “We want you.” ald Trump. There is no doubt in my mind that Trump did the whole * * * * * * * * * * * * thing just to get in front of cameras Black History Month is observed in yet again. If he can fi gure out a way February. Some eco-egalitarians have to do it, it is a near certainty that expanded on observation as Ethnic Trump will verbally assault Romney Equality Month, a time to honor all in the future, despite the endorse- peoples and their positive traditions, ment, because all The Donald really to meditate on the equality of all peo- cares about is being on TV. ples, on the respect due to them, and on manifestation as African, Asian, While it is diffi cult to trust the mo- Illinois lawmakers for immigrants, photo courtesy of ICIRR. Oceanic, Middle Eastern, European, tives of a man like Trump, is his 6 Kendall Weekly Times endorsement actually toxic? Yes. A recent Washington Post/Pew Re- Someone You search Center poll showed that a Trump endorsement would actu- Should Know! ally have an overall negative eff ect on the perception of a presidential by Martin Flowers candidate. Recently, I sat down with the start- Trump’s all-consuming need to be ing defensive end for the Chicago constantly in the limelight has re- Bliss Lingerie Team to discuss of all duced his reputation to that of a cir- things football this weekend. During cus clown. He has traded any dignity the interview I found Nadia to be he once had in order to be a reality a person of many talents and com- star on a primetime TV show saddled mitted to the values that we look for with continually dwindling ratings. in today’s pro athletes of leadership His insatiable need to be constantly and giving back to her community. quoted by the media is more befi t- ting a Hollywood diva than a serious Nadia has been in Chicago for about pillar of the business community. fi ve years, but in those fi ve years this Southsider has found a home for life. While his business ability can be As a child her brother encouraged debated, it is a near certainty that, her to participate in sports. In high in the political sphere, The Don- school she was a champion discuss ald is damaged goods. His bizarre thrower and a record-setter in the obsession with President Obama’s high jump. However, it was on the birth certifi cate not only made him volleyball court Nadia would fi nd a poster child for modern fringe her true calling in sports. conspiracy theorists, it also lowered the ideological level of the confl ict Being a hard worker, Nadia would go between conservatives and liberals on to receive a scholarship to Bowling Nadia Larysa, Marketing Manager For the AFL over the President’s policies. In fact, Green and study business that would his inability to have an intelligent prepare for her next journey. While conversation about modern politics in college she was off ered an oppor- who believes in being a role model She thinks it would be a battle of prompted several Republicans to tunity to play volleyball overseas, but and community participant. quarterback vs. quarter back, with turn down attending a debate that due to an injury she made her way to both teams having outstanding play- was to be hosted by Trump. Chicago where she had family. Dur- Nadia has moved from the fi eld to ers at that position, but her heart re- ing her time in rehab Nadia found the sidelines in her new role as mar- mains with her Detroit Lions. (Sorry His credentials as a fi scal or social her way to the sandy beaches of Lake keting manager for the Arena Foot- Nation) However, conservative, aside from recently Michigan and began building a new ball League (AFL), which recently this adapted Chicagoan does root for voiced opinions on morning talk career in beach volleyball where she moved their headquarters to Chi- the southsiders and regularly attends shows, are non-existent. Trump became a legend. Through her time cago, with Chicago’s very own Rush. games. has even fi nancially backed several with the volleyball community here prominent Democrats, including in Chicago, she learned of a new op- Nadia now does sideline work in in- So if you have an opportunity, go and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid portunity in football. terviewing players and doing half- see the at the All State and U.S. Representative Charles time reports. Nadia also volunteers Arena, and maybe you will have an Rangel. Nadia was persuaded to attend open with such notable charities as Ka- opportunity to meet a fantastic per- tryouts for the Chicago Bliss the nine Therarpy that brings pets into son who is an inspiration and true So as the weekend rolls on, Mitt lingerie football team here in Chi- the hospital to boost morale for the role model, community leader, and Romney better hope that some more cago. At the open tryouts, she was up patients, and she also supports the someone who is making a diff erence. interesting piece of political errata against several talented athletes and Adopt a Grey Hound. She is someone you should know! drifts past the camera lenses of our was chosen to make the squad. For voracious 24-hour media. The soon- the past two years, Nadia has led the Nadia also brings a unique approach er the world forgets that he stood next team in sacks and been an inspira- to her job, whether it be athlete, to, and accepted the endorsement. tion and team leader for her team- sideline reporter, activist, and TV mates. However, there is more to this personality. story than a talented athlete. There is the inspirational part of this athlete “Having a self confi dence and a good mental approach helps you to be able to achieve the goals you set forth for yourself," she states.

Nadia reports that the Chicago Bliss had a great season, but came up short this season, and will be back in 2013 for another run.

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11 Michigan State 18-5 14 UNLV 21-4 17 Creighton 21-4 Super Finish To 12 Georgetown 18-4 15 Florida State 16-6 18 Marquette 20-5 Great Game 13 San Diego State 20-3 16 St. Mary's 22-2 19 Virginia 18-4 by Dick Kolf

With a record audience of over 111 million people around the world watching the big game, the teams did not disappoint. The Giants prevailed in a thriller be- hind Eli Manning late-game heroics and the crushing Giants defense.

Experts predicted this game would come down to basic old-fashioned who-wanted-the-win-more. In the end, with a Tom Brady interception and a late game drive by Eli Man- ning, the torch has been passed and a new era has begun.

With their second Super Bowl vic- tory and Eli still in his early 30s, this Giants team looks to be- come the team of the decade.

In the end youth overcame experi- ence as the Giants defense shut down the older Patriots offense and could have possibly ended Tom Brady’s decade of dominance. Throughout the game the Patriots looked tired and unsure of how to handle the Giants defense. Eli Manning gave a commanding performance with the help of his fellow players on offense. A 21-17 win ensures that the NFL has a new champion for another year.

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RankTeam (1st Place Votes)Record View Complete Rankings Last updated Wednesday, Feb 8, 2012 12:55 AM EST 1 Kentucky(63) 24-1 2 Syracuse(2) 23-1 3 Ohio State 21-3 4 Missouri 22-2 5 North Carolina 20-3 6 Baylor 21-2 7 Kansas 18-5 8 Florida 19-5 9 Murray State 23-0 10 Duke 19-4 NBA Standings 10 Kendall Weekly Times

20 Mississippi State 18-5 7. Kentucky21-3 t-22.North Carolina 17-6 21 Wisconsin 18-6 NCAA Women's 8. Maryland20-3 t-22.Georgia Tech 17-7 22 Michigan 17-7 9. Wisconsin-Green Bay 20-0 24. South Carolina18-5 23 Indiana 18-6 Hoops 10. Ohio State 21-2 25. St. Bonaventure 22-2 24 Louisville 19-5 11. Tennessee 17-6 25 Harvard 20-2 RankTeam (1st Place Votes)Record 12. Delaware20-1 View Complete Rankings 13. Nebraska19-3 Last updated Wednesday, Feb 8, 14. Georgetown18-5 Black Hawks 2012 12:35 AM EST 15. Texas A&M16-5 1. Baylor (40)24-0 16. Purdue19-5 Beat 2. Notre Dame24-1 17. Rutgers17-6 3. Connecticut22-2 18. Penn State 18-5 Troubling times for Blackhawks 4. Stanford20-1 19. Gonzaga 21-3 By Ron Bartlett 5. Duke 19-3 20. Louisville 17-7 6. Miami (FL)20-3 21. Georgia18-6 With the All Star festivities over, the Hawks looked to get back on track when they traveled to Vancouver for the first of three straight road games against the NW division.

The long road trip looked as though it would start well, as the Hawks had a 2-1 lead in the third period, only to fall 3-2 in overtime.

After a day off, they resumed their trip in Edmonton with revenge on their minds, and things looked good as the Hawks took a lead into the second, only to watch as Sam Gag- ner tied a record for points in a game by a Hawks opponent, with 8 points, 4 goals, and 4 assists. The Hawks lost 8-4.

The Canadian leg of the trip finished off in Calgary with Ray Emery get- ting the nod between the pipes. The Hawks played better, Emery was on top of his game, but in the end, the lack of goal scoring cost them, and they lost again for the sixth straight time on the road.

The starting goal tending has been a big disappointment this season, as Crawford can’t seem to find any consistency to his game. The defense has been suspect as well, so watch for more moves from the front office if the Hawks continue to struggle.

The Hawks had better snap out of it quick, as the Western Conference is so tight that they could be in danger of not making the playoffs.

The Hawks will suite up again on Tuesday to face Colorado on the next leg of their trip. Let’s hope they turn things around. It will be harder to get points as the playoffs near.

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2011 Batting Vets Corner Taking the averages with the Kendall Superbowl out PlayerTeamSeason Times Vet of Context 1. J. HamiltonTEX .359 2. M. CabreraDET .328 Republished by popular demand Opinion analogy by Nadia R. Kanhai 3. J. MauerMIN .327 4. A. BeltreTEX .321 Old Vets Allowed to Learn New A showdown between the Giants 5. R. CanoNYY .319 Tricks and the Patriots, and the winner is print by Erik Drooker 6. B. ButlerKC .318 the Giants. 7. I. SuzukiSEA .315 November 21, 2011, President 8. P. KonerkoCWS .312 Barack Obama signed the VOW to In a great nation like the United 9. C. CrawfordBOS .307 Hire Heroes Act. Not only did this States of America is it possible for Coming Next 10. V. MartinezDET .302 Act provide tax credits for employers the Patriots to lose? In order to who hire vets and wounded warriors. answer that question, remove the Week... PlayerTeamSeason One of the less spoken of features commercialism and hype of the big 1. C. GonzalezCOL .336 of this bill is the provision that pro- game. We're talking about life here... From the editorial staff 2. J. VottoCIN .324 vides veterans over the age of 35 with the patriots are our heralded elected 3. O. InfanteFLA .321 education. officials and those who work through New columns from your favorite lo- 4. T. TulowitzkiCOL .315 the system (police, troops, etc). The cal business people. 5. M. HollidaySTL .312 Thanks, in part to the American news is filled with their carefully 6. A. PujolsSTL .312 Legion, the Vow to Hire Heroes spun soundbites, their smiles, and When Valentine's Day goes wrong. 7. M. PradoATL .307 Act (Veterans Opportunity To work their egos. 8. R. ZimmermanWAS .307 Act of 2011, or Bill # H.R. 2433) A Glimpse at Timber Creek. 9. R. BraunMIL .304 will allow veterans who might have Who are the Giants? The people, the 10. S. CastroCHC .300 lost their jobs due to the economic 99%, are the sleeping Giants. When More Decision 2012 updates. downturn the past couple of years to I picture the battle, I'm not picturing receive 12 months of Montgomery a football game. I'm picturing one of New Entertainment section. GI bill assistance. This equals rough- my favorite images from artist Erik ly $17,000 for college education, vo- Drooker. and more... cational training, certifications, and on-the-job training programs. Will this approach work when the G8 and Nato come to Chicago this Providing education opportunities spring? Again, the Patriots are fa- to the older vets isn’t the only ben- vored to win, but don't count the efit given to them through this Act. sleeping Giants out yet. It also strengthens the law by closing loopholes governing businesses to keep open positions for Reserve and National Guard members returning from deployments. When called ac- tive to duty, these members will have a place to return to work, not to the unemployment lines.

The Act also mandates that all ser- vicemen and woman departing the military receive transition assistance in which soldiers are taught how to deal with the transition from mili- tary life to civilian life. With veteran unemployment rates well into the 800,000s, the Vow to Hire Heroes Act comes with great timing.

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