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From Avaaz petition:
After decades of repression, Tibetans are crying out to the world for change. China's leaders are right now making a crucial choice between escalating repression or dialogue that could determine the future of Tibet, and China.
We can affect this historic choice -- China does care about its international reputation. But it will take an avalanche of global people power to get the government's attention. The Dalai Lama has called for restraint and dialogue: he needs the world's people to support him. Sign the petition below--it will be delivered Monday, March 31st to Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide!
http://www.avaaz.org/en/tibet_end_the_violence/75.php/?cl=67495604
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In recognition of LOVE the ideal and the reality. I just want to wish all of you a beautiful day, days and circumstances filled with it's blessings and attainment, it that is your desire. Remember it starts with each and every one of us in our very own hearts.
Best of all, it is very contagious. 
Love to you all, Zahra and family
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The good stuff always floats to the top and the shit always sinks to the bottom. Either that or it sticks out like a sore thumb (or an incompetent President).  z.pilavdzic
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There is buzz in the air. There are debates aplenty. There is much confusion. I will try to keep this simple.
My voting bias: I am a Democrat who is not fond of the the two-party system, the lobbying process nor the campain financing from corporate powers. However, there are some things I have no power to change through desire alone. In effect, I must deal with the reality of what we are presented with today-we all must. And the best tool in which to do that by, is through our voice and our VOTE.
There is no perfect candidate and don't let anyone convince you otherwise. The candidates are human who are as capable of weaknesses as you and I. Anyone will be better than who we have now. However, we must be careful in our choices; there is alot at stake. Which candidate can handle the real issues best?
Republican vs. Democrat I am not against the Republican party and the ideas it was founded open. I do feel it has veered wide and far from the principles, that Abraham Lincoln intended. Our whole system has veered, and it's going to take a while to rectify it. It will help if we get the right President in office to assist us. The issues I care about most are best represented by the Democratic party and anyone interested in real change might seriously consider voting it, even if you are a stalwart Republican. If you care about the environment, for your children's futures, and for real World Peace as much as I do, then please cosider these options carefully:
Hillary Clinton: Has consistently voted for the Iraq war and it's continued funding. She has neither apologized nor shown remorse for her voting history. She has voted for the dreaded civil-rights violater aka The Patirot Act and I will never forgive her for it. The tears she recently cried for questionable reasons, do not impress nor convince me that she would not hesitate to support a war with Iran if the rest of the administration were behind it. I am afraid of this idea completely. I am afraid of her.
Barak Obama: I was on the fence with him until I saw the AIPAC report. Apparantly he is in cohoots with this Pro-Israel lobby. I ask you all: Is it ethical for a foreign country to have a lobby that controls laws (and actions) of our government through monetary donations? Is their a Pro-Iran lobby in Washington? Is their a Pro-North Korean lobby in Washington? Is their a Pro-'any-other-country-but-Israel' lobby in our national city of Government? That leaves only one man for my vote and that is John Edwards. I beleive he has the strength of character, the integrity, and the foresight that would prevent him from making any hasty decisions that would harm our country (our the world) like our current President is doing by the minute. If you are a person who cares about Peace, about the Environment and about a person open to real change for America and not just the one's recommended by his campain financers) I beleive John Edwards is the one for the job. Although, he might not have a cool Arabic name like Barak, if you are a person hoping for real peace in the holy land (and not just for the realization of a Jewish-only Israel), than he may be our best bet.
I have made my decision,
Zahra Pilavdzic
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Anmesty International...
Guantánamo: Amnesty International stages worldwide protests for sixth anniversary
http://www.amnesty.org/en/for-media/press-releases/guant%C3%A1namo-amnesty-international-stages-worldwide-protests-sixth-anniver
United for Peace and Justice....
January 11: Shut Down Guantánamo  United for Peace and Justice has endorsed the following call for a Jan. 11, 2008, International Day of Action to Shut Down Guantánamo.
Call to Action
We declare January 11, 2008, six years after the first prisoners arrived at Guantánamo, an International Day of Action to Shut Down Guantánamo. In Washington, DC, we will hold a permitted demonstration at the National Mall followed by an orange jumpsuit procession to the Supreme Court. There will also be solidarity demonstrations in Chicago, Miami, London and Paris, with more being added every day. We invite you to come to Washington and participate, or else join or plan an action in your own community. We also encourage people around the world to wear orange t-shirts, armbands or other orange clothing on January 11th to mark the date.
American Civil Liberties Union...
http://www.aclu.org/safefree/detention/closeguantanamo.html?rsc=alternet
Please take action, either on-line or in your locality. At the very least they are asking us to wear orange to raise awareness.
Thank you, Zahra Pilavdzic
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Photos © James Watt
Coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet - home and nursery for almost a million fish and other species. Unfortunately, about 70 percent of the world’s coral reefs are threatened or destroyed, and 20 percent of those are damaged beyond repair. The resources coral reefs provide are worth about $675 billion each year – and they cover only one percent of the earth’s surface. 2008 has been designated as the International Year of the Reef to raise awareness about the increasing threats to coral reefs. Whether you live near the ocean or thousands of miles away, you can help restore this amazing habitat. Pledge to: - Use ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions threatening coral reef survival.
- Use naturally-derived and biodegradable detergents and cleaning products. The chemicals we use end up in our waterways and are carried to the oceans.
- Do not give coral as presents. Corals are already a gift, and it takes corals decades or longer to create reef structures.
Make the pledge to help coral reefs today!
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/917230698
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The Environmental Defense has composed a list of 8 Earthfriendly Resolutions for the New Year. Please visit the Environmental Website for other actions, up-to-date petitions and information on Global Warming, Wildlife and Health issues. Here is the list they put together:
In 2008 I pledge to ...1. Replace my conventional light bulbs with energy-efficient ones. One of the simplest things you can do to save energy and pollution is to swap out your old incandescent bulbs for compact fluorescent lights (CFLs). Today’s high-tech bulbs dim, come in decorative shapes — and radiate a warm, rosy glow. If you’re not ready for a full-house makeover, resolve to start by changing just one light. See our bulb guide for details. 2. Calculate my carbon footprint and see what I can do to reduce it. Do you live in a large apartment building or a small house? Do you drive a hybrid car or a pickup truck? How many times a year do you fly? Taking stock of your habits is the place to start in cutting "carbs". 3. Make small changes at home. An easy place to start is unplugging your chargers and computers when you’re not using them. Another simple change that pays off: Turn down your thermostat in winter (55 degrees when away or at night) and up in summer (to 85 when away). Wash clothes in warm or cold water, not hot. See more adjustments that add up to energy savings.
4. Drive like the Earth depends on it. The way you drive can affect gas mileage and cut global warming pollution from your car's tailpipe. For one, traveling with a light load will increase fuel economy. And driving without rapidly accelerating and braking also improves gas mileage. Get more tips. 5. Buy carbon offsets to help offset my emissions further. If you've already slimmed down your carbon consumption as much as possible, there is more you can do. Buying carbon offsets neutralizes what you can't cut, like flying for business or heating your house. 6. Choose seafood that's good for me and the ocean. Did you know that wild salmon from Alaska comes from a well-managed fishery and is a much better choice than conventional farmed salmon? (And, fortunately, canned salmon is mainly wild pink or sockeye from Alaska.) Do you know which fish you should eat only in limited amounts to avoid mercury or PCBs? It’s all in our seafood guide. 7. Write my members of Congress demanding a strong global warming law. Time is running out to solve the global warming crisis. Waiting just two years to pass national climate legislation would mean we’d have to cut emissions twice as quickly. 8. Pass this list to my friends and family. If everyone you knew made small everyday changes, think what a big difference it would make! Together we can make 2008 a banner year for the environment.
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| Dreaming of a green Xmas | Merry Christmas my fellow Americans and a Happy Bithday to prophet Jesus, may peace be upon him. And everyone else celebrating the holiday, may you be blessed with health and happiness. To all else Eid Mubarak and Happy New Year, Hannukah was hopefully a good one and Kwanza, when is that? Lots of gifts will be exchanging hands I presume so heres a few things to keep in mind, but just a few; I like to keep things simple and to the point... 1. Use recycled paper. Try to get paper made with at least 50% post consumer waste, at least. When wrapping presents it's even better to use your imagination, there are many possibilities. Once, I even used a giant leave from my garden to wrap a present, Needless to say, it was a big hit.  If using paper use as little as possible (a no brainer) and consider sending e-cards instead of paper ones. 2. Less is more. Think quality not quantity when buying gifts. Instead of buying a bunch of junk toys for my niece, I bought a pair of fair-trade mittens, made by hand with organic cotton. That is more special than 20 toys from the dollar star and they cost about the same too. 3, Support smaller companies. I shouldn't have to explain why this is important. That is if you's rather see the world overrun by Starbucks, Barnes and Noble, and Costco than go right ahead. Business as usual. Not me. 4. Use LED lighting if you like to use lights on your homes. If you are buying new ones this year, make sure they are the energy-efficient kind.  5. Learn the art of REGIFTING. Know one will now if you can't use something or don't like what you've been given at a holiday party, give it away to someone who might like it. No one will be the wiser. That's it folks. I'm sure you can think up many more ideas, it's very simple really. Happy Holidays to one and all, z. pilavdzic |
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Nazanin, Delara Delrabi, how many women must it take until we finally get the picture that this type of punishment is not okay?
There are many activists here on Care2 and we can be a powerful force if we all band together. By changing certain unfair laws , maybe we can prevent future cases from existing.
Of course I wish for death penalty to be abolished all over the world including the US and am working toward that as well.
By signing this petition we are sending a powerful message that we do not accept such blatant disregard for human rights.
Please help to protect the women of Iran.
http://www.we-change.org/spip.php?article19#sp19
Thank you,
Zahra Pilavdzic
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AUTHOR: ZAHRA PILAVDZIC
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female, age 35
married, 3 children
Mountain View, CA, USA
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