“DISTRACTIONS” DISTORTIONS, DECEPTIONS, and Outright LIES
“DISTRACTIONS” DISTORTIONS, DECEPTIONS, and Outright LIES

Author: Val Atkinson

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2024-06-19

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 1698716699

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The second edition of Distractions is an updated copy of the original book written in 2018. Part I (Conservative Strategies) outlines how conservatives deal with the critical issues of communications, the economy, the electoral process, the law, and DEMOCRACY. Part II (The “G’s”) focuses on the issue areas used mainly by the GOP to gain acceptance in the eyes of the general public. An additional chapter has been added — “Gerrymandering”. With the advent of Citizens United, The Gutting of the 1965 Voting Rights Act with the ruling in the Shelby Co. v. Holder case, The Chiafalo v. Washington case, Heller, and Dobbs v. Jackson already decided, Gerrymandering became the cherry atop the sundae. Afterword has been revised and an appendix added which includes: A Timeline, An example of a Literacy Test, and a copy of the Constitution of the Confederate States of America with cited changes from the U.S. Constitution. Examples of the media gaslighting its reading audience for ratings and the profits they generate are included as well. Emphasis are placed on the future of the GOP after the Trump led fiasco of January 6th. There is also a great deal of attention placed on the lead-up to the 2024 General Election under the pending dispositions of the various Trump indictments. Conservatives’ immigration woes and their fear of the United States becoming a “Colored” country are discussed, and gun violence and the policing of the Black man in America is given added attention, and the Biographical section was expanded.

DISTRACTIONS DISTORTIONS, DECEPTIONS, and Outright LIES
DISTRACTIONS DISTORTIONS, DECEPTIONS, and Outright LIES

Author: Val Atkinson

Publisher:

Published: 2024-06-19

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781698716671

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The second edition of Distractions is an updated copy of the original book written in 2018. Part I(Conservative Strategies) outlines how conservatives deal with the critical issues of communications,the economy, the electoral process, the law, and DEMOCRACY. Part II (The "G's") focuses onthe issue areas used mainly by the GOP to gain acceptance in the eyes of the general public. Anadditional chapter has been added -- "Gerrymandering". With the advent of Citizens United,The Gutting of the 1965 Voting Rights Act with the ruling in the Shelby Co. v. Holder case, TheChiafalo v. Washington case, Heller, and Dobbs v. Jackson already decided, Gerrymandering becamethe cherry atop the sundae.Afterword has been revised and an appendix added which includes: A Timeline, An example of aLiteracy Test, and a copy of the Constitution of the Confederate States of America with cited changesfrom the U.S. Constitution. Examples of the media gaslighting its reading audience for ratings andthe profits they generate are included as well. Emphasis are placed on the future of the GOP afterthe Trump led fiasco of January 6th. There is also a great deal of attention placed on the lead-upto the 2024 General Election under the pending dispositions of the various Trump indictments.Conservatives' immigration woes and their fear of the United States becoming a "Colored" countryare discussed, and gun violence and the policing of the Black man in America is given added attention,and the Biographical section was expanded.

LEARN TO SAY “NO” WITHOUT FEELING GUILTY
LEARN TO SAY “NO” WITHOUT FEELING GUILTY

Author: DAVID SANDUA

Publisher: David Sandua

Published: 2023-07-27

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13:

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Discover the power of saying "NO" without feeling guilty! In this revolutionary book, you will be guided through a journey of self-awareness and empowerment. You will learn how to set healthy boundaries in your personal and professional relationships, an essential skill that can significantly improve your overall well-being. Have you ever felt guilty or distressed about disappointing others when you say "no"? This book explores the importance of setting healthy boundaries and the reasons why people have a hard time saying "no." It provides practical strategies to improve your ability to set boundaries and say "no" when necessary. Through this book, you will be able to increase self-confidence, reduce stress and have healthier relationships. You will learn how to recognize the impact of guilt, change your mindset and reframe guilt. You will discover how saying "no" is an act of self-esteem and self-preservation. This book will provide you with assertive communication techniques, teach you how to practice self-compassion and self-care, and help you overcome fear and discomfort. You will also learn to seek support and set realistic expectations, cope with negative reactions and responses, and assess and adjust your boundaries as needed. You will experience progress and embrace personal growth, recognizing the long-term benefits of learning to say "no" assertively. Prioritizing self-care and setting healthy boundaries will lead to a fulfilling life. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your life!

Distractions, Distortions, Deceptions, and Outright Lies
Distractions, Distortions, Deceptions, and Outright Lies

Author: Val Atkinson

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2018-01-27

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 149078683X

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As far back as middle school, I developed a passion for understanding what motivated people to take the political positions they were taking. I wondered why most people couldnt see clear things clearly and why they had to be told what politicians thought and felt. Couldnt they see that for themselves? I also wondered why some people seemed to wait until things happened or unfolded before they began telling everybody why they were better than the other guy at solving the problem. I guess it wasnt until my sophomore year in high school that I began reading more in-depth American history, especially American political history. I became interested in the second Adlai StevensonDwight Eisenhower presidential race. I didnt know anything about politics or economics. All I knew was that we didnt have very much and some other people had lots, lots more. I thought Stevenson was on the side of those that didnt have very much, so obviously, I wanted him to win. Little did I know that he was running against a Republican war hero and that Republicans were trying to paint the Democratic Party as sellouts because of their 1948 and 1952 platforms on racial desegregation. I had no idea that everything said in a presidential campaign didnt have to be the truth. I didnt think these grown men would lie just to win a job. Of course, I had lots of growing up to do. So from that point forward, I committed myself to the pursuit of truth in politics. I found that uncovering the truth about the American political process in the twenty-first century was far more than just a notion, and theres still lots left to do.

Firm in Faith
Firm in Faith

Author: Kira Maloof

Publisher: Xulon Press

Published: 2011-02

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1612158013

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Welcome to the Firm in Faith journey. Allow this Bible study to be your trail map as you navigate through the next six weeks, arriving at a place of greater spiritual strength. You will begin by examining what you are taking with you on the journey and discovering whether it is well-fitted for you as a child of God. Then the real work begins as your feet hit the trail. Your itinerary will include such important stops as the Holy Spirit-conquered mind, the surrendered will, and the subjected body that is purposed for the Lord's glory. The trail will crest with such topics as joy, influence, and outreach. I am so glad you are here. Put on your hiking boots. The Firm in Faith life awaits! God has given Kira Maloof a story to tell. It is a story of God's faithfulness and goodness as He carried her through a background of abuse, depression, and addiction and now she is Firm in Faith. Her deep desire is to have all women live in the joy, freedom, and abundant life God offers. Allow her story to minister to you and be an encouragement as you pursue the Firm in Faith life.

Irony, Deception and Humour
Irony, Deception and Humour

Author: Marta Dynel

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2018-03-19

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 1501507893

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This book offers fresh perspectives on untruthfulness entailed in various forms of irony, deception and humour, which have so far constituted independent foci of linguistic and philosophical investigation. These three distinct (albeit sometimes co-occurring) notions are brought together within a neo-Gricean framework and consistently discussed as representing overt or covert untruthfulness. The postulates that represent the interface between language philosophy and pragmatics are illustrated with scripted interactions culled from the series House, which help appreciate the complexities of the three concepts at hand. Apart from affording new insights into the nature of irony, deception and humour, this book critically examines previous literature on these notions, as well as relevant aspects of Grice's philosophy of language. Giving a state-of-the-art picture of untruthfulness, this publication will be of interest to both experienced and inexperienced researchers studying Grice’s philosophy, irony, deception and/or humour.

Safety and Quality in Medical Transport Systems
Safety and Quality in Medical Transport Systems

Author: John W. Overton

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2019-07-23

Total Pages: 391

ISBN-13: 1317059980

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The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) has been accrediting air and ground transport services since 1991. One of the most significant needs the Commission has recognized is to assist transport services in creating a culture that supports safety and quality for both crews and patients. Most of the helicopter EMS (emergency medical service) accidents and many ground ambulance accidents can be attributed to human factors and systems designs that lead to poor decision-making. Management commitment is vital to create and maintain a culture that supports risk assessment, accountability, professionalism and organizational dynamics. This reference book has been created by CAMTS to address this need directly and comprehensively. It offers a groundbreaking collection of expert insights and practical solutions that can be used by EMS, Fire and Rescue, public and private services, and professional emergency and transport professionals worldwide. Quoting from the foreword written by the late Robert L. Helmreich, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at The University of Texas Human Factors Research Project, 'This is an important book which should be required reading for everyone involved in patient transport, from managers and dispatchers to those at the sharp end... The experienced and able authors and editors of this work use culture as the overarching concept needed to maximize safety while delivering patients expeditiously.'

Defying Deception
Defying Deception

Author: Jonathan K. Corrado

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2024-02-29

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1666789666

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Comprehensive training and well-established tactics are the trademark qualities of a solid and robust military training program designed to win wars. As a result, well-trained soldiers can think and act soundly while engaged in warfare. Like soldiers, Christians must similarly train to become prepared to make biblically-sound choices while engaged in spiritual warfare—specifically, deception. Deception, as clearly conveyed in the Bible, is Satan’s weapon of choice, therefore, if understood properly, can be thwarted effectively. Defying Deception: A Field Guide to Understanding and Countering Satan's Strategy of Deception is a book for those who want to raise their awareness of the enemy’s strategies and to mature their spiritual walk by offsetting the enemy’s deceptive methods with practical means. That said, this field guide establishes a parallel between Satan’s deceptive tactics and military Psychological Operations (PSYOP), operations to convey false information to influence emotions, motives, and reasoning because both seek to lead people into falsehood to influence decision-making in a destructive way. This field guide discusses Satan’s deceptive strategy within the context of PSYOP. Armed with this information, practical defensive strategies are developed using well-established, effective military tactics to assist readers in overcoming spiritual deception.

Detecting Lies and Deceit
Detecting Lies and Deceit

Author: Aldert Vrij

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-02-19

Total Pages: 519

ISBN-13: 0470516259

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Why do people lie? Do gender and personality differences affect how people lie? How can lies be detected? Detecting Lies and Deceit provides the most comprehensive review of deception to date. This revised edition provides an up-to-date account of deception research and discusses the working and efficacy of the most commonly used lie detection tools, including: Behaviour Analysis Interview Statement Validity Assessment Reality Monitoring Scientific Content Analysis Several different polygraph tests Voice Stress Analysis Thermal Imaging EEG-P300 Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) All three aspects of deception are covered: nonverbal cues, speech and written statement analysis and (neuro)physiological responses. The most common errors in lie detection are discussed and practical guidelines are provided to help professionals improve their lie detection skills. Detecting Lies and Deceit is a must-have resource for students, academics and professionals in psychology, criminology, policing and law.