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FILM - The Best

MY FAVORITE FILMS viewed 10+ times Brazil  , 1985 There are at least three different versions of Brazil.   https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088846/alternateversions The original 142-minute European release,   aka the "final director's cut" (142 minutes) a shorter 132-minutes prepared by Gilliam for the American release  the Sheinberg Edit , from Universal's then-boss Sid Sheinberg Blade Runner (1982) - The best-known versions are the Workprint,  the US Theatrical Cut,  the International Cut,  The Ridley Scott-approved Director's Cut (1992, 116 minutes), and  the Ridley Scott's Final Cut (2007, 117 minutes) - the only version over which Ridley Scott had complete artistic control Apocalypse Now (1979) - dirs cut,  read Conrad's short story "Heart of Darkness" first. a compelling, groundbreaking film about the journey into the heart of darkness and the insanity of war. alien 12 monkeys Mulholland Dr. (2001), Dav...

Superdelegates, or UnPledged Delegates, or Automatic Delegates? Rule and Name Changes

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2020 Superdelegate   (aka UnPledged Delegates, or  'Automatic Delegates')  Rule Changes Prior to 2020 Rule Changes: (rule changes below bar chart on next page) Pledged Delegates About 4,800 people determine the Democratic nominee for president.  They are called " pledged delegates ". Each state (and territory) has a certain number of pledged delegates that are allocated based on the result of the vote in its Democratic primary or caucus.  For those states with more than one congressional district, the available delegates are split - some are awarded based on the statewide (at-large) vote, while the remainder are based on the results in each individual congressional district. Pledged delegates are allocated in a proportional manner based on the vote share received by each candidate.  This is at both the statewide and congressional district level. Pledged delegates  are   committed to vote based on the outcome of the state's prima...

car trouble

DMV : get a Hardship license, Temporary license, or new ID card. Where my CAR & BACKPACK /w MEDS are:  AAA TOWING (NEED: Drivers License, Title, & Insurance)     5143 Paris Road     504.279.3022     CAR: 2012 Red Honda Civic DMV:      3870 E Judge Perez     Meraux, LA 70075     (504) 278-6513    (bring: Title & Insurance) HARDSHIP LICENS E – A restricted license issued administratively in accordance with statutes or by order of the court to an applicant whose driving privileges are under suspension. This license allows the applicant to drive during the period of suspension to earn a livelihood or to maintain the necessities of life. In many instances, the installation of an ignition Interlock device will be required. IGNITION INTERLOCK DEVICE – An in-car breath alcohol screening device that is connected to the vehicle's engine ignition system and prevents the vehicle from s...

Carnaval Lounge - Brazilian eatery, 2227 St. Claude, Joann Guidos

Carnaval Lounge -  Brazilian eatery,  2227 St. Claude,  Joann Guidos Joann Guidos  - Owner of       Kajun’s Pub,      &   Carnaval Lounge - Brazilian eatery 2227 St. Claude Avenue New Orleans LA 70117 Bar: Carnaval Lounge is open daily from 4pm Kitchen: Cozinha de Carnaval is open daily from 5pm For booking inquiries, email us at       booking@carnavallounge.com For everything else, email us at          info@carnavallounge.com You recently acquired Siberia Lounge and have revamped it into a Brazilian eatery. What is your plan for the newly renamed Carnaval Lounge?  Carnaval Lounge was acquired in May 2019 with our partners Matt and Jennifer Johnson.  It’s the perfect space for live music;  we have live music starting at 6pm most every day  geared toward something softer so you can eat our great Brazilian food and talk.  ...

RETIRE RETIREMENT

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PERSONAL BENEFITS AS OF JANUARY 6, 2019 CSRS  cannot participate Civil Service Retirement System those hired after 1987 cannot participate in CSRS FECA  cannot participate Federal Employees' Compensation Act Program assists federal civilian employees who have sustained work-related injuries or disease by providing appropriate monetary and medical benefits and help in returning to work.  --------------------------------------- From: MY EPP, > BENEFITS STATEMENT https://www.nfc.usda.gov/EPPS/eplogineauth.aspx?from=eplogin As an employee of the Federal Government, your  total compensation consists of more than just the amount you are paid-it also includes  your benefits package . Annual deduction amounts shown throughout this document are the total amounts paid for the prior calendar year (pay period 01 through 26). Benefits amounts shown in this document are estimates. The annual pay used to prepare this statem...