Tayari's Blog: Tumultous Tuesday Links

Posted by TayariJones on July 21, 2009 09:47 AM
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  • New York has a chance to be the sixth state to forbid the shackling of pregnant women who give birth while incarcerated. (Sometimes they are even strapped across the stomach!) All Gov. Patterson has to do is sign the bill. Call him and tell him to do the right thing: 518-474-8390
  • The blogosphere is on fire with the Skip Gates situation. The L.A. Times has a thorough overview, including mug shots. If you are in a good mood, don't read the comments.
  • The new Mosaic is out, and the cover is beautiful.
  • Hilton Als has some intense commentary on Michael Jackson, race and sexuality.
  • Jimmy Carter leaves his church over the treatment of women.
  • Feel good story of the day: Taking a first plane ride at 106 years old.
  • Goodbye Frank McCourt.
  • I had no idea fans of The Notebook were this serious.
  • Good news for academic job seekers. Google will stop listing Rate My Professor!
  • RIP Judi Ann Mason, African-American pioneer in the field of TV writing.
  • A nice list of opportunities, including an award for self-published authors.

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    Comment #1, by Jennifer [TypeKey Profile Page]

    Tayari,
    I really appreciate you for sharing links to all the good stories and information on books that you share with us.

    July 22, 2009 07:09 AM

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