May 7, 2014

Seriously, Geraldo Rivera Should consider running for office........

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Geraldo Rivera. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

From the writing desk of the Ronnie Republic Radio Round-Up: Seriously, Geraldo Rivera should consider running for office.

Why........he is a breath of fresh air for the republican party.

He tells the truth, talks about his experiences.....discusses the issues........that's new for the Republican Party, right.

He doesn't just spend his time bashing President Obama and Hillary Clinton.

As evidenced by his talk show every morning on WABC Radio New York--he is able to work across the table---all of the big talkers call in and tell him their opinion--everyone seems to enjoy talking to Geraldo.

From the big politicians to the neighborhood folks--they all call in and tell Graldo what is on their mind.

Agree or disagree, they seem happy to chat with this New Yorker--they talk to him like they know him--as if they are old friends.

Does he have a position in the GOP--he says often he is trying to energize the Republican Party.

Listening to a whole lot of radio talk shows and cable news talk shows--they are so often just one way.

Its really not a discussion on the radio........it's just a bunch of old white men bashing our beautiful President and now, Hillary, too.

That's a turn-off, right, if you're trying to get more folks to join your political party.

This is new--there is not discussion on those other shows--it's all one way or your out of here....try watching O'Reilly or Hannity or listen to the right wing bash shows that seem to dominate the airwaves.

There is no real information--Geraldo Rivera has information--and he talks about the issues--he listens to ideas from his callers.

Most importantly--he is not an old angry white man.

The republican party has become the party of the mad men--or those that are holier than thou..........Bill O'Reilly, as an example--so in love with his own Catholic guilt.

Geraldo is a Latino--that is a big step right there--he cares for the less financially endowed individual, he wants health care for everyone.

He often speaks of those that are not financially struggling--he wants a nice life for those folks also without punishment.

Good job, Geraldo, you have a lot to offer--thanks for telling us all of your good ideas and caring about the kids and the citizens of New York.

Geraldo Rivera definitely has a handle on the pulse and vibe of New York City.

The GOP should take a listen to his Hispanic passion--after all, we still do need at least two political parties.

Call me Karl Rove but it is the political conversation that moves things forward.

cl--Hillary girl forever.

Shouldn't we just meet at The Ritz.......

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May 6, 2014

Martha Speaks: A Very Short Memo to the GOP from Huff Post Politics and Martha Burk

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Money Editor, Ms. magazine; director, Corporate Accountability
Project, National Council of Women's Organizations

A

Very Short Memo to

the GOP

Posted: 02/11/2014 2:29 pm EST Updated: 04/13/2014 5:59 am EDT

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To: GOP
From: The little woman and her sisters
Date: 2014-2016 election season

The majority of voters (women) want access to birth control.

The majority of voters (women) want abortion to be legal.

The majority of voters (women) don't think any rape is legitimate.

The majority of older voters (women) rely on Social Security and don't want it cut.

The majority of those on food stamps (women with kids) need the help.

The majority of minimum wage workers (women) want a raise.

The majority of voters (women) think they should be paid the same as men for the same work.

The majority of voters (women) know at least one husband who had a sleazy sexual relationship.

The majority of voters (women) respect the wife for getting through it the best way she could.

The majority of voters (women) don't want a female presidential candidate attacked for something her husband did almost 20 years ago that has nothing to do with her credentials, track record, ability, and yes, ambition.

The majority of voters (guess who?) know that if a man says he wants to win on his own terms he's tough and dedicated, but if a woman says it she's ruthless and bitchy.

Guess why the majority of voters (you guessed right) think your party is waging a war on women.

Forty Years/Forty Stories: Celebrating The Ulrich Museum, Millie the Millipede and Wichita State University

Forty Years/Forty Stories: Celebrating The Ulrich Museum, Millie the Millipede and Wichita State University Yarn Bombing at the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University

Yarn Bombing at the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University

Hello Wichita: File under discovering the Ulrich Museum....the unique charm of Millie's yarn bomb outfit.....and the welcoming vibe and peaceful grounds of WSU.

Millie is busy every day welcoming everyone into WSU at the 17th Street entrance--surrounded by flowers and students and visitors and inviting all of the people and all of the children to see her Ulrich Museum situated just past her smiling face and her shoes and socks........yes, she has socks created by the yarn bombers, too.

You really have to come and see it........

The yarn bomb of Millie the Millipede, the giant brass sculpture by Tom Otterness, puts everything into real time......the display is current and temporary.....it's community....it draws the neighbors in by its' unique beauty and curiosity alone.

But right now, Millie has a really cute, colorful knitted outfit......she is so stylish in her pastel springtime stripes.......

Millie shouts welcome to every passer by--come over and see me--touch me.......

Her charm is inescapable--and she knows it.

Obsessed with Millie, the yarn bomb and the Ulrich........so honored to find out more information from Jessy Clonts Day......the PR Manager at the U:

I feel like WSU and the Ulrich is a very friendly and welcoming place.....how would you like to be perceived in Wichita.

We would like to be considered as the region’s source for modern and contemporary art, and that we connect viewers with artists and artworks that reflect our world today.

Are you a public museum.

Yes, we are a public museum! We offer free admission to our galleries, and our 76-piece Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection is always free and always open.

Who can go to your museum........what ages.....is it just for the students of WSU

We encourage anyone and everyone to visit the Ulrich. We offer free admission, parking, and group tours. We also offer bus reimbursement to schools to make field trips easier for educators to plan.

Who runs your museum......who do you answer to......who makes the decision about what art work or expositions will be there.

The Ulrich Museum of Art is a part of Wichita State University. We do have a staff who runs various departments of the museum, led by our director, Bob Workman.

How and why did you get started with the yarn bomb

Yarn bombing is a type of street art that employs crochet and knitting rather than paint or chalk. It’s a worldwide practice that only seems to be growing in popularity. The Ulrich tries to stay at the forefront of the art of our time, so in spring of 2012 we organized the yarn bombing of around 30 sculptures in the Outdoor Sculpture Collection. The project was overseen by Kristen Beal of Harvester Arts, and the group of volunteers worked through the summer to install the show in September 2012. That yarn bombing was up just over two weeks, and we saw thousands of people come through campus to view them.

This year we celebrate our 40th anniversary of the Ulrich with the exhibition Forty Years/Forty Stories. Throughout the three galleries on our second floor we highlight the art objects, people, and stories that have shaped the museum since its opening in 1974. The yarn bombing was such a memorable story that we enlisted “Millie’s Knitters” to yarn bomb Tom Otterness’ Millipede (affectionately nicknamed “Millie”) once more. And once more, Millie has received lots of attention!

To me the yarn bomb makes everything seem so homey welcoming and beautiful........it makes it seem like part of the community and it is fun and I usually do not get that impression about most museums.

Also, how much time does it take, can anyone join their group..........

“Millie’s Knitters" is a private group of long-time friends who gather weekly to knit and spend time together. Many of them happen to be Ulrich members, which is how we were able to connect with this group this year.

Also......do you want to talk about the courtyard and fountain......I love the fountain and my dog gets a nice drink of water every time we walk over there.

The courtyard of the museum came about in a renovation in the mid-90s. At that time the museum commissioned Texas artist Jesus Morales to create three granite structures around the museum entrance: Granite Landscape, Granite Weaving, and Fountain Wall, all made in 1995. The fountain is a gorgeous feature that we love being able to share with the public. In fact, just this afternoon we hosted a reception for the WSU Honors College in the courtyard, and they took a group photo in front of the fountain. And of course for maintenance and upkeep, we turn off the water during the winter months. The water was just turned back on April 25.

JESSY CLONTS DAY

Public Relations & Marketing Manager

ULRICH MUSEUM OF ART

Wichita State University

1845 Fairmount St.

Wichita, KS 67260-0046

(316) 978-6462

ON VIEW April 26–August 3, 2014

FORTY YEARS / FORTY STORIES

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my take.....come over and see me--Millie wants everyone to get up close...........

Thank you, Jessy Clonts Day, for taking time to tell us about your beautiful and friendly museum.....I walk there almost every day and I just love it.........I hope everyone in Wichita can have an opportuity to visit the giant, inspirational, craftsy and fun sculpture of Millie and have a peaceful breath of fresh air at the fountain--it's well worth your time.