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They can't even agree on what worthy causes to pander for. The state form lists 14 worthy causes, when there must be a dozen more causes equally worthy that didn't make the list." "You suspect some political hanky-panky?" asked the doctor. "Why not? They are politicians. That's why the worthy cause the Form 1040 asks you to contribute to is a political cause the Presidential Election Campaign Fund." "Why not? Most members of Congress want to run for president. What's wrong with that." "Doctor, what's wrong is that half the candidates for president say they don't believe in public funding of campaigns, but they all line up anyhow, making sure they get their share." "Well, wouldn't you?" "No, doctor, because I wouldn't be dumb enough to run for president." "You're dumb enough to keep doing your own taxes.
Google exec says content management systems lacking
A shortage of competition in the enterprise content management field is limiting the type of vendor innovation that makes products more appealing to customers, a Google official contended this week at the AIIM Conference & Expo in Boston. Despite a trend in which business applications are starting to look more like consumer products, enterprise content management vendors do not face the same pressure to keep users happy as do search websites such as Google, said David Bercovich, a product marketing manager with Google's enterprise application unit. .
New Website Launched - NationwideOfficeSupply.com Office Supplies ...
Holbrook, MA (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- US Markerboard is proud to announce the launch of its new website NationwideOfficeSupply.com. Promising to offer "Everyday True Prices" (ETP). NationwideOfficeSupply.com is built on the largest distribution channel in America, with 30 warehouses and over 35,000 products. NationwideOfficeSupply.com was designed to offer everyone the same great competitive prices as that of larger contract clients. "These are the same terrific products you get from the box stores, but at substantial savings," says Scott Newman, CEO/President of US Markerboard. "It is our theory that customers enjoy shopping on-line and are reassured when they can save money and also know there is someone on the other end of the phone line when they need help." The idea came to Scott Newman, when his own office staff tried to order standard everyday office supplies online.
Lo-Q says finalises tech deal with Six Flags
LONDON (Thomson Financial) - Theme park operator Lo-Q PLC said it has finalised a deal with Six Flags Inc to use its proprietary Lo-Q Guest Services System through to the end of 2009. No financial details were given.
This agreement expands the relationship to include two additional parks situated in Chicago and Montreal which will use Lo-Q's new VQ2020 system. Other parks which use Lo-Q systems will make the transition to the new system before the start of the 2008 season, a company release said.
Lo-Q and Six Flags also intend to work together to continue to improve the system, the release said.
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Natural Oasis
It is easy to see why the quaint seaside village of SeaGrove is attracting so much attention in the growing Northeast Florida town of St. Augustine Beach. Enveloped by a rich, natural setting of 100-year-old oak trees and resonating with attractive coastal residences that are within a short walking distance of the community's small town amenities and commercial offerings, SeaGrove, actually situated on Anastasia Island, features a distinctive "urban style with a beach rhythm" that is unmatched in Northeast Florida. .
Bill puts environmental records online
The Assembly Natural Resources Committee has voted to approve legislation by Assemblywoman Lois Wolk to create a more efficient, transparent method of cataloging the state's environmental documents and making them accessible online. Current law requires substantial documentation - from environmental impact reports to maps and photographs - for every state bond measure approved by the voters. There is currently no comprehensive cataloging or preservation of these irreplaceable environmental documents, hindering both government and public access. Wolk's Assembly Bill 862 improves public access by requiring that environmental documents be digitally cataloged and stored with the State Librarian. "Businesses and government agencies lose time and money having to produce and store hard copies of government reports," said Wolk, D-Davis.
Easter gets shoppers in mood for spring outfits
After a long, cold winter, consumers are eager to shop this Easter, according to the National Retail Federation's 2007 Easter Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey. This year, shoppers who plan to celebrate Easter (79.5 percent) are expected to spend an average of $135.07, up 11 percent from last year's $121.72 per person. Total holiday spending is expected to reach $14.37 billion. Spending is likely to increase across the board, with the average shopper planning to invest the most for a spring outfit ($26.03) and food for an Easter meal ($37.56). Other popular Easter purchases include candy ($18.53), gifts ($20.61), flowers ($9.63) and decorations ($7.63). “Easter is a critical time for apparel retailers," said NRF President and CEO Tracy Mullin. “Retailers will be looking to the warmer weather to help stimulate the sale of spring apparel." Department stores will be a popular shopping destination, with 22 percent more consumers planning to shop there this year than last year (36.8 percent vs.
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