On recent OlyBlog conversation

The second installment of Bezango WA 985 is now up at Batdorf and Bronson.

"It is the position of the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada that appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases."
ADA position on vegetarian diets.

"Livestock are one of the most significant contributors to today's most serious environmental problems," senior UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) official Henning Steinfeld said. "Urgent action is required to remedy the situation."
UN Report on Livestock and the Environment

(Forwarded from OMJP list-serv.)

For those itching to finally attend a Cuba event in Olympia, the 18th Annual U.S. to Cuba Friendshipment passes through town Tuesday. The caravan collects material aid throughout the U.S. and openly crosses the border to Mexico, defying the travel ban and trade blockade.

At the event, we'll have a film presentation about the history of the caravan and then testimonials from fellow caravanistas who've made the journey. (Including Oly local Rick Fellowes, a mechanic and bus driver for our route.) We'll also have some snacks, fruit, etc for the free event so do come.

Also, get creative and bring anything of worth you have that's in good or new condition to be donated to those in Cuba. Disposable medical supplies are great like unopened packages of medical gloves. Even better would be medical textbooks in English! That would be awesome! Or contribute anything you have that's for recreational use (like sports equipment) or an appliance.

Or, you can donate yourself for an exciting week in Cuba as applications to join the caravanistas are still being accepted. This year, the caravan will be down for the exciting 26th of July celebration celebrating Cuban independence.

And donate money, too, to fuel the bus you'll see driving around town in the next few days. Or write checks to IFCO, a tax-deductible organization. There are so many ways to give back to the inspiring global example that is Cuba. Come to Traditions Cafe in Olympia at 7 p.m. on July 3rd to take part. Thanks, and see you there.

Well, kinda

Pornography addiction challenges churches

Lustful tendencies often are hidden in climate of shame
Helen T. Gray
McClatchy Newspapers

Many people in religious circles say it's one of the biggest problems facing families and congregations.

My fellow Olympians. 

I was at a local tavern the other night, and witnessed a young woman being grabbed by the arm and a verbal exchange between her and the bartender that left her crying and running out the door.

I'm new here, but a scene like that doesn't sit well with me.

After asking around in the following week, I found out that this "BroHo" place has already been a haven for one date rapist a few years ago.

And now it seems to be a no holds barred, drunken free for all on the weekends.

Being in a law enforcement related job, I did some searching... 

I found that this is one of "the" taverns in Olympia.

But I will not frequent it again. 

One of it's long time employees is proven to be a wife beater and sexual predator.

With a criminal history in NV and WA.

I was under the impression that this was a safe little town.

I suppose there's really no such thing.

I for one, will not set foot inside the Brotherhood until that male bartender is gone.

If anyone needs to know, I can provide a list of court cases and numbers.

Starting with THURSTON COUNTY DISTRICT COURT case # C00580349.

- Doug Richland