August 2007 - announce

San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter -- 8-29-2007
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 29 Aug '07

29 Aug '07

San Francisco Green Party Newsletter for August 29, 2007 Events: 1. Wednesday, August 29 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Special General Membership meeting. We will consider Propositions A (transit charter reform), C (requiring public hearings for mayoral and supervisor ballot measures), D (library preservation Renewal fund), G (establishing Golden Gate Park stables matching fund), and I (establishing an office of Small Business and creating a small business assistance center). 2. Thursday, August 30 6:30PM-9:00PM, Army of None Book Launch: Strategies to Counter Military Recruitment, End the War, and Build a Better World by Aimee Allison and David Solnit BOOK RELEASE & PROJECT KICK-OFF CELEBRATION Join Army vet Aimee Allison and global justice organizer and puppeteer David Solnit in celebrating their book release and launching a 40-city tour to support local counter recruitment and antiwar efforts. Club Oasis 135 12th St., @ Madison, Oakland (6 blocks E. of Broadway/12th St. BART) 6. Sunday, September 8 Power to the Peaceful Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Please join us under the big SAN FRANCISCO GREEN PARTY banner. 3. Saturday, September 8 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Power to the Peaceful in Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. If you want to participate in tabling, contact Sue at susan_e_vaughan(a)yahoo.com or call (415) 668-3119 or (415) 601-9297. Or just look for us under the big San Francisco Green Party Banner. 4. Saturday, September 15 Beach Impeach Flashmob at Crissy Field, before 2 p.m., time yet to be determined. For more info, go to: http://volunteerforchange.org/go/signup/7886+c5f2d829fa1caa414f703f6228d342… 8. Saturday, September 22 SOMAFEST 2007 in South of Market. More details to come. In the News: Democratic Part Budget Sell-Out http://www.sfgreenparty.org/news/newsitem-start.gem?idx=1600 S.F. public housing cameras no help in homicide arrests http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/14/MNIPRHRPE.DTL PAC raises money for the benefit of fundraisers http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/08/12/AR200708120… topnews Newsom lacks serious challengers, but lineup is full of characters http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/11/MNVVRFQM6.DTL Feds will check on Bayview asbestos Neighbors' complaints prompt examination of airborne dust http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/03/BA01RC80O2.DTL Camelot came, now Lost? Newsom fundraising is down http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070804.shtml; They're Back: Ethics Resumes Meltdowns http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070807.shtml Part II: An Insiders Evaluation of the Players http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070808.shtml Harm Reduction in the Park http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=4227&catid=4&volume_id=254&issue_id=… We are seeking: 1) A treasurer contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 2) Volunteers for other activities, you name it contact cc(a)sfgreens.org or susan_e_vaughan(a)yahoo.com City Hall is seeking members for: Peak Oil Preparedness Task Force: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=64788 And LAFCo: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=36743 --------------------------------- Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center.

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Special Weekly Newsletter Regarding Endorsements
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 26 Aug '07

26 Aug '07

Hello, The San Francisco Green Party has been busy making endorsement decisions for the November 6, 2007 election in San Francisco. Please join us for our final endorsement meeting, which will be held at our office at 1028 A Howard Street on Wednesday, August 29 at 7 PM. We will be deciding on the following ballot propositions: Proposition A: MUNI charter reform Proposition C: Requiring public hearings for proposed ballot measures Proposition D: Renewing library preservation fund Proposition G: Establishing Golden Gate Park stables matching fund Proposition I: Establishing Office of Small Business as city departement and creating a Small Business Assistance Center The San Francisco Green Party has already made endorsements on the other ballot propositions. They are as follows: YES on Proposition B, Limiting hold-over service on charter-created Boards and Commissions YES on Proposition E, Requiring Mayor to appear monthly at a Board of Supervisors meeting NO on Proposition F, Authorizing Board of Supervisors to amend contract for retirement benefits for police department employees who were airport police officers NO on Proposition H, Regulating parking spaces NO on Proposition J, Adopting a policy to offer free city-wide wireless high-speed Internet network YES on Proposition K, Adopting a policy to restrict advertising on street furniture and city buildings Please note that the language used above to describe each initiative is as provided by the San Francisco Department of Elections, and is often incomplete and/or misleading in terms of what the initiative actually says. The Green Party is working on our own summary of each initiative that will explain our positions. We have also issued a ranked endorsed for Sheriff. Incumbent Michael Hennessey is our number one choice, and David Wong is our number two choice. We are recommending the following candidates for mayor: Lonnie Holmes http://campaignwindow.com/lonnieholmesforsfmayor/ Quintin Mecke http://www.qformayor.com/ Ahimsa Porter Sumchai http://www.ahimsa4mayor.com/ Josh Wolf http://joshwolf.net/JoshWolf4Mayor/ For more information about the upcoming election, visit the web site for the Department of Elections http://www.sfgov.org/site/elections_index.asp. ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour

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San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter -- 8-22-08
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 22 Aug '07

22 Aug '07

Newsletter for August 22, 2007 Events: 1. Wednesday, August 22 Special General Membership Meeting. We will be considering the SF Green Party position on all local ballot measures. 7:30 to about 10 p.m., 1028a Howard Street, between 6th and 7th streets, closer to the 6th Street. 2. Thursday, August 23: Tenant Outreach in CitiApartments. August 23rd , 5:30, starting near the Civic Center Tenant Outreach to stop CitiApartments (the largest landlord in the city) from kicking out section 8 and rent-control tenants by using coercive tactics and intimidation! Visit: Citistop.org 3. Friday, August 24 Stop the raids and deportations! Rapid Response Network Rally Friday Aug. 24 at 12 noon Immigration Building 630 Sansome St. @ Washington St. (Montgomery BART) For more info: noalamigra(a)gmail.com 510-866-4170" 4. Saturday, August 25 12:00PM BAYVIEW HUNTERS POINT MARCH FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE! Meet at the PG&E Power Plant at Evans and Middlepoint roads. 5. The SFGP Sustainability Working Group has canceled its August meeting to accommodate the SFGP August endorsement meeting schedule. 6. Thursday, August 30 6:30PM-9:00PM, Army of None Book Launch: Strategies to Counter Military Recruitment, End the War, and Build a Better World by Aimee Allison and David Solnit BOOK RELEASE & PROJECT KICK-OFF CELEBRATION Join Army vet Aimee Allison and global justice organizer and puppeteer David Solnit in celebrating their book release and launching a 40-city tour to support local counter recruitment and antiwar efforts. Club Oasis 135 12th St., @ Madison, Oakland (6 blocks E. of Broadway/12th St. BART) 6. Sunday, September 8 Power to the Peaceful Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Please join us under the big SAN FRANCISCO GREEN PARTY banner. 7. Saturday, September 15 Beach Impeach Flashmob at Crissy Field, before 2 p.m., time yet to be determined. For more info, go to: http://volunteerforchange.org/go/signup/7886+c5f2d829fa1caa414f703f6228d342… 8. Saturday, September 22 SOMAFEST 2007 in South of Market. More details to come. In the News: S.F. public housing cameras no help in homicide arrests http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/14/MNIPRHRPE.DTL PAC raises money for the benefit of fundraisers http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/08/12/AR200708120… topnews Newsom lacks serious challengers, but lineup is full of characters http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/11/MNVVRFQM6.DTL Feds will check on Bayview asbestos Neighbors' complaints prompt examination of airborne dust http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/03/BA01RC80O2.DTL Camelot came, now Lost? Newsom fundraising is down http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070804.shtml; They're Back: Ethics Resumes Meltdowns http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070807.shtml Part II: An Insiders Evaluation of the Players http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070808.shtml Harm Reduction in the Park http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=4227&catid=4&volume_id=254&issue_id=… We are seeking: 1) A treasurer contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 2) A newsletter editor contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 3) Volunteers for other activities, you name it contact cc(a)sfgreens.org or susan_e_vaughan(a)yahoo.com City Hall is seeking members for: Peak Oil Preparedness Task Force: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=64788 And LAFCo: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=36743 --------------------------------- Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha! Play Monopoly Here and Now (it's updated for today's economy) at Yahoo! Games.

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San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter -- 8-15-08
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 16 Aug '07

16 Aug '07

Newsletter for August 15, 2007 Events 1. Sunday, August 19 WestSide Green Club, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the home of Barry Hermanson, 2467 - 28th Avenue, between Taraval and Ulloa. For more information, call Barry at 415-664-7754 or Nancy Lewis at 415-661-5713 2. Saturday, August 18 Special General Membership Meeting, 12 noon to 5 p.m. At this meeting, we will be meeting with candidates for Sheriff, District Attorney, and Mayor. 1028a Howard Street, between 6th and 7th Streets. 3. Wednesday, August 22 Special General Membership Meeting, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. At this meeting we will be taking up whether or not to endorse particular ballot measures. Please see www.sfgreenparty.org for more info. 4. The SFGP Sustainability Working Group has canceled its August meeting to accommodate the SFGP August endorsement meeting schedule. 5. Saturday, September 15 Beach Impeach Flashmob at Crissy Field, before 2 p.m., time yet to be determined. For more info, go to: http://volunteerforchange.org/go/signup/7886+c5f2d829fa1caa414f703f6228d342… In the News S.F. public housing cameras no help in homicide arrests http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/14/MNIPRHRPE.DTL PAC raises money for the benefit of fundraisers http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/08/12/AR200708120… topnews Newsom lacks serious challengers, but lineup is full of characters http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/08/11/MNVVRFQM6.DTL Feds will check on Bayview asbestos Neighbors' complaints prompt examination of airborne dust http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/03/BA01RC80O2.DTL Camelot came, now Lost? Newsom fundraising is down http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070804.shtml; They're Back: Ethics Resumes Meltdowns http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070807.shtml Part II: An Insiders Evaluation of the Players http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070808.shtml Harm Reduction in the Park http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=4227&catid=4&volume_id=254&issue_id=… We are seeking: 1) A treasurer contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 2) A newsletter editor contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 3) Volunteers for other activities, you name it contact cc(a)sfgreens.org or susan_e_vaughan(a)yahoo.com City Hall is seeking members for: Peak Oil Preparedness Task Force: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=64788 And LAFCo: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=36743 --------------------------------- Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links.

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San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 08 Aug '07

08 Aug '07

Newsletter for August 8, 2007 (If you have items for next week, send them to news(a)sfgreens.org I. Events: Thursday, August 9:  SF Commission of Animal Control and Welfare Meeting at 5:30 PM. The Commission will consider a resolution to oppose the abusive factory farming practice of the confinement of egg-laying hens in battery cages. City Hall, Room 408, in San Francisco. Public comments are welcome during the meeting. To learn about the horrors of California factory egg farming, visit http://www.cal-eggs.com. Monday, August 13:  Testify in support of a resolution calling for a halt to the annual Blue Angels air show in San Francisco. San Francisco Board of Supervisors Government Audits and Oversight (GAO) Committee, 10:00am at City Hall in Room 263. Friday, August 10:  Join mayoral candidate Ahimsa Porter Sumchai at City Hall at 12 noon when she submits her nominating papers. Monday, August 13:  Participate in a discussion with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi at the SFGP office, 1028a Howard Street, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 15: -- Monthly San Francisco Green Party General Membership Meeting, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., 1028a Howard Street. All are welcome. We well consider our party position on the following local ballot measures: 1. Muni Charter Reform 2. Holdover Appointments 3. Public hearing for ballot measures 4. WiFi 5. No Ads/Billboards Saturday, August 18:  Special General Membership meeting. Mayoral candidates and candidates for District Attorney and Sheriff are invited to the San Francisco Green Party to participate in our endorsement process; 12 noon to 5 p.m.; 1028a Howard Street, between 6th and 7th streets. Our agenda follows: 1. 12:05-12:50 Sheriff 2. 1-1:45 DA 3. 2-4:30 Mayoral candidates 4. 4:15-5 Airport Police Retirement initiative Sunday, August 19:  WestSide Green Club Meeting. 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the home of Barry Hermanson, 2467 - 28th Avenue, near Ulloa. Refreshments served; children welcome. Wednesday, August 22  Special GM endorsement meeting. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 1028a Howard Street. We will consider the following ballot measures: 1. Library Preservation Fund 2. Golden Gate Horse stables 3. Small Business Advisory Commission Saturday, September 15:  There may be another Beach Impeach Flashmob Project, but this time it will not be at Ocean Beach. Brad Newsham is working on getting a permit for different place. Stay tuned!  http://volunteerforchange.org/go/signup/7886+c5f2d829fa1caa414f703f6228d342… II. In the News: Feds will check on Bayview asbestos Neighbors' complaints prompt examination of airborne dust http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/03/BA01RC80O2.DTL Camelot came, now Lost? Newsom fundraising is down http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070804.shtml; They're Back: Ethics Resumes Meltdowns http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070807.shtml Part II: An Insiders Evaluation of the Players http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/lynn_070808.shtml Harm Reduction in the Park http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=4227&catid=4&volume_id=254&issue_id=… III. We are seeking: 1) A treasurer contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 2) A newsletter editors contact cc(a)sfgreens.org 3) Volunteers for other activities, you name it contact cc(a)sfgreens.org or susan_e_vaughan(a)yahoo.com IV. City Hall is seeking members for: Peak Oil Preparedness Task Force: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=64788 And LAFCo: http://www.sfgov.org/site/bdsupvrs_page.asp?id=36743 --------------------------------- Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha! Play Monopoly Here and Now (it's updated for today's economy) at Yahoo! Games.

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San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter August 2 - 9
by Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly 03 Aug '07

03 Aug '07

San Francisco Green Party Weekly Newsletter August 2 - 9, 2007 NEWS: Gonzalez Won't Run for San Francisco Mayor _http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/07/30/BAG36R9SJ84.DTL_ (http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/07/30/BAG36R9SJ84.DTL) _http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=i_team&id=5525907_ (http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=i_team&id=5525907) Gonzalez: Don't Cry for Me, San Francisco _http://www.beyondchron.org/news/index.php?itemid=4773#more_ (http://www.beyondchron.org/news/index.php?itemid=4773#more) San Francisco's Parks: Public Space or Corporate Occupied Territory? http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/em_freedom_of_speech_challenged… 0727.shtml No Politics in the Parks? _http://www.sfbg.com/blogs/politics/2007/07/no_politics_in_the_parks.html_ (http://www.sfbg.com/blogs/politics/2007/07/no_politics_in_the_parks.html) Dust Devils http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=4181&catid=&volume_id=254&issue_id=3… volume_num=41&issue_num=44 Supervisors Sell Out Bayview Hunters Point Community _http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2007/07/31/18438229.php_ (http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2007/07/31/18438229.php) Supervisors Throw Caution to the Wind; Narrowly Reject Health First Resolution _http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/jh_lennar_resolution_070801.sh… _ (http://www.fogcityjournal.com/news_in_brief/jh_lennar_resolution_070801.sht…) Hunters Point Plan Divides Ministers _http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/01/BAL2RAL7P2.DTL_ (http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/08/01/BAL2RAL7P2.DTL) Response to "Where are the Greens" _http://www.zmag.org/sustainers/content/2007-07/24mcdonald.cfm_ (http://www.zmag.org/sustainers/content/2007-07/24mcdonald.cfm) EVENTS: Global Gay Solidarity Day Action Saturday, August 4 12 Noon Flood Building at 870 Market Street Gay human rights activists in San Francisco will participate in the August 4 Global Gay Solidarity Day by staging a one-hour speak out and protest at seven foreign consulates, and all people concerned about international LGBT rights and our brothers and sisters across our planet are invited to join us. Demand LGBT Equality Everywhere! The location was chosen because Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rice, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Peru all have consulates in the Flood Building. Similar global LGBT solidarity actions will happen on August 3 in New York City and on August 4 in Caracas, Cologne, Mexico City, San Diego, Stockholm and Washington. Please support queer global solidarity and show up at any action that is nearest you. Let's all pitch in to improve worldwide respect for the human rights protections of LGBT citizens in every country. Campaigns and Issues Working Group Meeting Monday, August 6 7 PM Green Party office, 1028 A Howard Street between 6th and 7th Streets in San Francisco This will be a working meeting to finalize candidate questionnaires and plan the endorsement process for the fall 2007 campaign season. Free Performance of BAUM FOR PEACE Monday, August 6 4 PM New Conservatory Theater 25 Van Ness (at Market) BAUM FOR PEACE , the play by former Green Party Congressional candidate Terry Baum, is headed to the NY Fringe Festival for two weeks in August. Come to one free performance of the newly revamped version of the play before it heads East! Protest PG&E Tuesday, August 7 2 PM PG&E Power Plant site, Evans and Jennings Street in San Francisco Protest to shut PG&E's work down until they respect the community, share information about the toxic contamination at the site, and truly involve the residents in decisions about the cleanup. This community action is sponsored by the Bayview Hunters Point Mothers Committee and Greenaction for Health and Environmental Justice For more information contact: Tessie Ester BVHP Mother’s 415-240-8135; Marie Harrison Greenaction 415-248-5010 _www.greenaction.org_ (http://www.greenaction.org) Rally for Universal Healthcare Wednesday, August 8 12 Noon 50 Beale Street, In front of the Blue Shield office This event is San Francisco's Day to participate in California's 365 City Campaign for Universal Healthcare. At the rally, you will receive OneCareNow's SB 840 DVD about how to remove the insurance companies from California's healthcare system and provide coverage for all, for life. for less. Meeting with Green Party Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi Monday, August 13 7 PM until 9 PM Green Party office, 1028 A Howard Street between 6th and 7th Streets in San Francisco This will be an Open discussion with Green SF District 5 Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi. Green Party of California Candidate Training and Workshops Saturday, August 25 and Sunday, August 26 9 AM until 4 PM both days UCLA campus All Green Party members are welcome to attend these workshops and strategy sessions, brought to you by the Green Party of California Campaigns and Candidates Working Group. For more information please contact CCWG Coordinator Warner Bloomberg wsb3attyca(a)aol.com or 408-295-9353. SAVE THE DATE: September 20: City Arts and Lectures Presents Wangari Maathai at Herbst Theatre ANNOUNCEMENTS: Newsletter Editor needed Thanks to Rosalind Lord for her long service as Newsletter Editor! If you're a San Francisco Green Party member who's interested in editing our weekly newsletter (this one), please contact the County Council at cc(a)sfgreens.org. --------- New County Council Members Needed The San Francisco Green Party County Council is looking to nominate new members. Individuals of all walks of life that wish to help build the Green Party should email cc(a)sfgreens.org to seek a nomination. Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and young adults are currently under represented and are particularly encouraged to seek a nomination. The County Council meets one Tuesday a month and is charged with overseeing the workings of the local Green Party. --------- Take Action! Find out about opportunities to help our elected Greens (writing letters, attending hearings, etc) -- subscribe to the SF Green Party Action list! The Action list is a low-traffic list (approximately one message per month in addition to our newsletter) telling you what you can do to help: https://list.sfgreens.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/action --------- Support the San Francisco Green Party by Becoming a Sustainer The San Francisco Green Party needs donations for rent on the office, mailings, signs, and many other expenditures in order to wage effective political campaigns. We are especially interested in building up our base of "sustaining members," those who agree to contribute a certain amount each month by credit card. By becoming a sustaining member you save us money and time that we can then devote to our political work. It is a method of donation that is perfect for a grassroots organization like the Green Party as it allows us to thrive off of many, many small and medium size donations instead of depending on a few large donors. For more information, please visit the MAKE A DONATION page on the website at http://www.sfgreenparty.org/makeadonation/makeadonation.html For questions about the sustaining member program contact treasurer(a)sfgreens.org To make a one-time donation by mail please send a check made out to The San Francisco Green Party to: San Francisco Green Party 1028A Howard St. San Francisco, CA 94103 ************************************************************ For more info on our activities, please see our website, _http://www.sfgreenparty.org_ (http://www.sfgreenparty.org) . You can also email us questions at info(a)sfgreens.org. To send us news items (short blurb please, plain text only) for possible inclusion in the newsletter, email news(a)sfgreens.org. Please don't put these addresses on mailing lists; messages not specifically addressed to us won't go through. ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour

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