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FCC CALM Act to Result in Quieter Advertising Commercials on Television – Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act

Nicholas Johnson is interviewed in the above video. Below is an excerpt from the full story found on KCRG.com [source] IOWA CITY, Iowa – Some local viewers might have noticed a change – perhaps an improvement – in their television viewing experience of late. We’re not talking about the disappearance of political ads, although many… Continue reading FCC CALM Act to Result in Quieter Advertising Commercials on Television – Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act

Global Marketplace Democracy – Ethical Green Shopping and Buying

Activism > Politics Summary. As individual citizens, it’s difficult to complete with large corporations for the loyalty of our political representatives. However, by choosing to spend money on ethical products, services, companies, manufacturers, organization, and vendors, you can powerfully determine what kind of world we live in. In the world of investing, this is referred to as… Continue reading Global Marketplace Democracy – Ethical Green Shopping and Buying

In response to the new Facebook guidelines I hereby declare… Copyright Protection Statement HOAX

Summary. You’ve undoubtedly noticed the wide-spread of a posting on Facebook of a statement purported to protect the copyright of all your photos, writings, and other intellectual property you post on Facebook. The basic point of law that this declaration fails to recognize is that one who has entered into a contract (in this case… Continue reading In response to the new Facebook guidelines I hereby declare… Copyright Protection Statement HOAX

Copyright and Fair Use – General Guidelines Statement and Disclosure

Summary. Below is a generic copyright and fair use statement for bloggers, website owners, and educators who use various forms of intellectual property and media in their social commentaries and teaching. The statement below addresses the unique circumstances of bloggers and authors of on-demand publications where any commercial gain is minimal or non-existant. Please contact… Continue reading Copyright and Fair Use – General Guidelines Statement and Disclosure

Unexpected Viewpoints on the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Introduction The following documents and resources express viewpoints from either side of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict that may be helpful in gaining a broader understanding – particularly for those who may have only heard one side of the argument. The resources below are offered because they convey something of value to the dialog and narrative toward peace.… Continue reading Unexpected Viewpoints on the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Hopeful Alliances, Initiatives, and Voices for Peace in Palestine-Israel

Share in the Discussion. If you’re interested in sharing in the discussion about this article, and contributing to its content, click here for the Facebook page on this article. If you have a suggestion for a plan, agreement, compromise, or initiative that might bring about equality, peace, and justice for all, please submit it. Document Purpose.… Continue reading Hopeful Alliances, Initiatives, and Voices for Peace in Palestine-Israel

Polarized and Emotional Viewpoints on the Palestinian and Israeli Conflict

Document Purpose. The purpose and goal of this document is to illustrate the extremes to which there are polarized and emotional viewpoints regarding the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. This document contains inflammatory and upsetting content, so feel free to stop reading if you are easily offended. It’s not intended to take either side of this issue, but to… Continue reading Polarized and Emotional Viewpoints on the Palestinian and Israeli Conflict

Pearson Education – Accessibility Guidelines for Digital Learning Products

Summary. Shown below are the Pearson Education Accessibility Guidelines for Digital Learning Products. The goal of these guidelines is to make learning technologies accessible. The 42 guideline points are expanded upon below, and full details are available on the Pearson website. [Source: Pearson Education] Purpose. The guidelines explain how to… Make educational Web media accessible to people… Continue reading Pearson Education – Accessibility Guidelines for Digital Learning Products

Warning: Vicks VapoInhaler for Nasal Congestion Relief May Cause Congestion and Other Harmful Side Effects

Consumer Defense About The Vicks VapoInhaler product is a popular remedy used for nasal congestion. In recent years it’s become difficult to find the original product, with no explanation from Vicks as to why they changed the product packaging. Based on the information below, it seems that a problem may have been identified with the… Continue reading Warning: Vicks VapoInhaler for Nasal Congestion Relief May Cause Congestion and Other Harmful Side Effects

Anti Wrinkle Cream Advertisement Promises Decades of Age Reversal is Example of Misleading and Offensive False Advertising – and now Natalie Portman’s Dior mascara ad banned

Activism | Health Summary. Among the many examples of false and misleading advertising, perhaps the most glaring example are the animated anti wrinkle ads seen on many websites. Example. The example shown here illustrates the before and after representation of the product’s effectiveness. Interestingly, the advertisement includes a disclaimer stating “Simulated Imagery. Results not typical.”… Continue reading Anti Wrinkle Cream Advertisement Promises Decades of Age Reversal is Example of Misleading and Offensive False Advertising – and now Natalie Portman’s Dior mascara ad banned

Race, Crime, Justice and Opportunities: A Justice Center for Johnson County

Johnson County Iowa is planning to build a Justice Center that will replace an undersized courthouse that is over 100 years old and a similarly undersized jail that is about 30 years old. Incarceration Demographics. Those in opposition of the Justice Center focus their efforts primarily on criticizing the expanded jail component of the new… Continue reading Race, Crime, Justice and Opportunities: A Justice Center for Johnson County