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Assata Shakur

Assata Olugbala Shakur (born JoAnne Deborah Byron; July 16, 1947), whose married name was Chesimard, is an activist, member of the left-wing Black Liberation Army (BLA), who was convicted of murder in 1977. She escaped from prison in 1979 and fled to Cuba in 1984, gaining political asylum.

Between 1971 and 1973, Shakur was charged with several crimes and was the subject of a multi-state manhunt. In May 1973, Shakur was involved in a shootout on the New Jersey Turnpike, in which New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster was killed and Trooper James Harper was grievously assaulted; she was charged in these attacks. BLA member Zayd Malik Shakur was also killed in the incident, and Shakur was wounded. Between 1973 and 1977, Shakur was indicted in relation to six other incidents—charged with murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, bank robbery, and kidnapping. She was acquitted on three of the charges and three were dismissed. In 1977, she was convicted of the first-degree murder of Foerster and of seven other felonies related to the shootout.

Shakur was incarcerated in several prisons in the 1970s. She escaped from prison in 1979 and, after living as a fugitive for several years, fled to Cuba in 1984, where she received political asylum. She has been living in Cuba ever since. Since May 2, 2005, the FBI has classified her as a domestic terrorist and offered a $1 million reward for assistance in her capture. On May 2, 2013, the FBI added her to the Most Wanted Terrorist List; the first woman to be listed. On the same day, the New Jersey Attorney General offered to match the FBI reward, increasing the total reward for her capture to $2 million. In June 2017, President Donald Trump gave a speech cancelling the Obama administration's Cuba policy. A condition of making a new deal between the United States and Cuba is the release of political prisoners and the return of fugitives from justice. Trump specifically called for the return of "the cop–killer Joanne Chesimard."

Early life and education

Assata Shakur was born Joanne Deborah Byron, in Flushing, Queens, New York City, on July 16, 1947. She lived for three years with her mother, a school teacher, her Aunt Evelyn, a civil rights worker, and retired grandparents, Lula and Frank Hill. In 1950, Shakur's parents divorced and her grandparents moved to Wilmington, North Carolina, where she then spent most of her childhood with younger siblings, Mutulu and Beverly. Shakur moved back to Queens with her mother and stepfather after elementary school, attending Parsons Junior High School. However she still frequently visited her grandparents in the south. Their family struggled financially, and argued frequently, so Shakur was rarely ever home, exploring the street life. She often ran away, staying with strangers and working for short periods of time, until she was taken in by her aunt Evelyn to Manhattan. Here, Shakur underwent personal change. She has said that her Aunt Evelyn (Williams), her mother's sister, was the heroine of her childhood, as she was constantly introducing her to new things. She said that her aunt was "very sophisticated and knew all kinds of things. She was right up my alley because I was forever asking all kinds of questions. I wanted to know everything." Much of her time with Evelyn was spent in museums, theaters, and art galleries, and the conflicts that did rise between the two were typically due to Shakur's habit of lying.

Shakur dropped out of Cathedral high school to get a job and live on her own but later earned a General Educational Development (GED) with her aunt's help. Before dropping out of high school, she attended a segregated school in New York, which she discusses in her autobiography. As the only black student or one of a few in her classes, Shakur said that the integrated school system was poorly set up, and that teachers seemed surprised when she answered a question in class, as if not expecting black people to be intelligent and engaged. What she learned of history was sugar coated, because students were taught a version that ignored the oppression suffered by people of color, especially in the United States. As a child she performed in a play about George Washington's birthday, and said that she was to repeatedly sing “George Washington never told a lie.” In her autobiography she later wrote: “I didn’t know what a fool they had made out of me until i grew up and started to read real history” (Pg 33).

Shakur attended Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), when she was introduced to the Golden Drums and then the City College of New York (CCNY) in the mid-1960s, where she was involved in many political activities, protests, and sit-ins. Shakur spent most of her time reading and learning from other activists. She was arrested for the first time in 1967 with 100 other BMCC students, on charges of trespassing. The students had chained and locked the entrance to a college building to protest a curriculum deficient in black studies and a lack of black faculty. In April 1967 she married Louis Chesimard, a fellow student-activist at CCNY. Their relationship was damaged by Louis’s marriage ideals, including a wife to properly cook and clean. Shakur would not conform, so a year into the relationship they decided to just be friends. They divorced in December 1970. Shakur devotes one paragraph of her autobiography to her marriage, and attributes its termination to disagreements related to gender roles.

Political activism and Black Panther Party

After graduation from CCNY at 23, Shakur became involved in the Black Panther Party (BPP), which had been founded in Oakland, California and had a branch in New York. She eventually became a leading member of the Harlem branch. Before joining the BPP, Shakur had met several of its members on a 1970 trip to Oakland. She had coordinated a school breakfast program to support students in need. She soon left the party, disliking the macho behavior of the men. She did not claim, as did other female Panthers such as Regina Jennings, that she had suffered sexual harassment.

Shakur believed that the BPP lacked knowledge and understanding of United States black history:

"The basic problem stemmed from the fact that the BPP had no systematic approach to political education. They were reading the Red Book but didn't know who Harriet Tubman, Marcus Garvey, and Nat Turner were. They talked about intercommunalism but still really believed that the Civil War was fought to free the slaves. A whole lot of them barely understood any kind of history, Black, African or otherwise. [...] That was the main reason many party members, in my opinion, underestimated the need to unite with other Black organizations and to struggle around various community issues."

That same year Chesimard changed her name to Assata Olugbala Shakur; In Arabic (related to the Muslim tradition in West Africa), Assata means "she who struggles", Olugbala means “love for the people”, and Shakur means "thankful one." (In addition, 'Abd Allah II ibn 'Ali 'Abd ash-Shakur was the last Emir of Harar in Ethiopia.) Her motivation behind this transition was because her life was now a part of African culture, all but her name. Joanne no longer represented her, as she wrote in her biography, “It sounded so strange when people called me Joanne. It really had nothing to do with me. I didn’t feel like no Joanne, or no negro, or no amerikan. I felt like an African woman”. As for the last name Chesimard, it was most likely a slave given name. Shakur joined the Black Liberation Army (BLA), described by The Guardian in 2013 as “a radical and violent organization of black activists.” Joy James said its "primary objective (was) to fight for the independence and self-determination of Afrikan people in the United States."

In 1971, Shakur joined the Republic of New Afrika. This black nationalist organization was formed to create an independent black-majority nation composed of the present-day states of Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina, which had many black-majority areas and a history of slave societies and strong African-American culture.

Allegations and manhunt

On April 6, 1971, Shakur was shot in the stomach during a struggle with a guest at the Statler Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. According to police, Shakur knocked on the door of a room occupied by an out-of-town guest and asked "Is there a party going on here?" to which the occupant responded in the negative. Shakur allegedly displayed a revolver and demanded money, and a struggle ensued, during which she was shot by the revolver she had shown.

She was booked on charges of attempted robbery, felonious assault, reckless endangerment, and possession of a deadly weapon, then released on bail. Shakur is alleged to have said that she was glad that she had been shot since, afterward, she was no longer afraid to be shot again.

Following an August 23, 1971 bank robbery in Queens, Shakur was sought for questioning. A photograph of a woman (who was later alleged to be Shakur) wearing thick-rimmed black glasses, with a high hairdo pulled tightly over her head, and pointing a gun, was widely displayed in banks. The New York Clearing House Association paid for full-page ads displaying material about Shakur.

On December 21, 1971, Shakur was named as one of four suspects by New York City police in a hand grenade attack that destroyed a police car and slightly injured two patrolmen in Maspeth, Queens; a 13-state alarm was issued three days after the attack when a witness identified Shakur and Andrew Jackson from FBI photographs. Atlanta law enforcement officials said that Shakur and Jackson had lived together for several months in Atlanta, Georgia, in the summer of 1971.

Shakur was one of those wanted for questioning for wounding a police officer attempting to serve a traffic summons in Brooklyn on January 26, 1972. After a March 1, 1972 $89,000 Brooklyn bank robbery, a Daily News headline asked: "Was that JoAnne?"; Shakur was also wanted for questioning after a September 1, 1972 Bronx bank robbery. Based on FBI photographs, Msgr. John Powis alleged that Shakur was involved in an armed robbery at his Our Lady of the Presentation church in Brownsville, Brooklyn, on September 14, 1972.

In 1972, Shakur was the subject of a nationwide manhunt after the FBI alleged that she was the "revolutionary mother hen" of a Black Liberation Army cell that had conducted a "series of cold-blooded murders of New York City police officers." The FBI said these included the "execution style murders" of New York Police Officers Joseph Piagentini and Waverly Jones on May 21, 1971, and NYPD officers Gregory Foster and Rocco Laurie on January 28, 1972. Shakur was alleged to have been directly involved with the Foster and Laurie murders, and involved tangentially with the Piagentini and Jones murders.

Some sources identify Shakur as the de facto leader and the "soul of the Black Liberation Army" after the arrest of co-founder Dhoruba Moore. Robert Daley, Deputy Commissioner of the New York City Police, for example, described Shakur as "the final wanted fugitive, the soul of the gang, the mother hen who kept them together, kept them moving, kept them shooting."

As of February 17, 1972, when Shakur was identified as one of four BLA members on a short trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee, she was wanted for questioning (along with Robert Vickers, Twyman Meyers, Samuel Cooper, and Paul Stewart) in relation to police killings, a Queens bank robbery, and the grenade attack. Shakur was announced as one of six suspects in the ambushing of four policemen—two in Jamaica, Queens, and two in Brooklyn—on January 28, 1973, despite the fact that the assailants were identified as male.

By June 1973, an apparatus that would become the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) was issuing nearly daily briefings on Shakur's status and the allegations against her.

According to Cleaver and Katsiaficas, the FBI and local police "initiated a national search-and-destroy mission for suspected BLA members, collaborating in stakeouts that were the products of intensive political repression and counterintelligence campaigns like NEWKILL." They "attempted to tie Assata to every suspected action of the BLA involving a woman." The JTTF would later serve as the "coordinating body in the search for Assata and the renewed campaign to smash the BLA," after her escape from prison. After her capture, however, Shakur was not charged with any of the crimes for which she was the subject of the manhunt.

Shakur and others claim that she was targeted by the FBI's COINTELPRO as a result of her involvement with the black liberation organizations. Specifically, documentary evidence suggests that Shakur was targeted by an investigation named CHESROB, which "attempted to hook former New York Panther Joanne Chesimard (Assata Shakur) to virtually every bank robbery or violent crime involving a black woman on the East Coast." Although named after Shakur, CHESROB (like its predecessor, NEWKILL) was not limited to Shakur.

New Jersey Turnpike shootout

On May 2, 1973, at about 12:45 a.m., Assata Shakur, along with Zayd Malik Shakur (born James F. Costan) and Sundiata Acoli (born Clark Squire), were stopped on the New Jersey Turnpike in East Brunswick by State Trooper James Harper, backed up by Trooper Werner Foerster in a second patrol vehicle (Car 820), for driving with a broken tail light. According to Col. David B. Kelly, the vehicle was also "slightly" exceeding the speed limit. Recordings of Trooper Harper calling the dispatcher were played at the trials of both Acoli and Assata Shakur. After reporting his plans to stop the vehicle he had been following, Harper can later be heard to say: "Hold on—two black males, one female." The stop occurred 200 yards (183 m) south of what was then the Turnpike Authority administration building at exit 9, the headquarters of Troop D. Zayd Shakur was driving the two-door vehicle, Assata Shakur was seated in the right front seat, and Acoli was in the right rear seat. Trooper Harper asked the driver for identification, noticed a discrepancy, asked him to get out of the car, and questioned him at the rear of the vehicle.

It is at this point, with the questioning of Zayd Shakur, that the accounts of the confrontation begin to differ (see the witnesses section below). However, in the ensuing shootout, Trooper Foerster was shot twice in the head with his own gun and killed, Zayd Shakur was killed, and Assata Shakur and Trooper Harper were wounded.

According to initial police statements, at this point one or more of the suspects began firing with semiautomatic handguns and Trooper Foerster fired four times before falling mortally wounded. At Acoli's trial, Harper testified that the gunfight started "seconds" after Foerster arrived at the scene. At this trial, Harper said that Foerster reached into the vehicle, pulled out and held up a semiautomatic pistol and ammunition magazine, and said "Jim, look what I found," while facing Harper at the rear of the vehicle. At this point, Assata Shakur and Acoli were ordered to put their hands on their laps and not to move; Harper said that Assata Shakur then reached down to the right of her right leg, pulled out a pistol, and shot him in the shoulder, after which he retreated to behind his vehicle. Questioned by prosecutor C. Judson Hamlin, Harper said he saw Foerster shot just as Assata Shakur was felled by bullets from Harper's gun. Harper testified that Acoli shot Foerster with a .38 caliber semiautomatic pistol and then used Foerster's own gun to "execute him." According to the testimony of State Police investigators, two jammed semiautomatic pistols were discovered near Foerster's body.

Acoli then drove the car (a white Pontiac LeMans with Vermont license plates)—which contained Assata Shakur, who was wounded, and Zayd Shakur, who was dead or dying—5 miles (8 km) down the road at milepost 78 across from Service Area 8-N (the Joyce Kilmer Service Area), where Assata Shakur was apprehended. The vehicle was chased by three patrol cars and the booths down the turnpike were alerted. Acoli then exited the car and—after being ordered to halt by Trooper Robert Palentchar (Car 817), the first on the scene—fled into the woods as Palentchar emptied his gun. According to Palentchar, Assata Shakur then walked towards him from 50 feet (15 m) away with her bloody arms raised in surrender. Acoli was captured after a 36-hour manhunt—involving 400 people, state police helicopters, and bloodhounds from the Ocean County Sheriff's Department—the following day. Zayd Shakur's body was found in a nearby gully along the road.

At the time of the shootout, Assata Shakur was a member of the Black Liberation Army (BLA) and no longer a member of the Black Panther Party. According to a New Jersey Police spokesperson, Assata Shakur was on her way to a "new hideout in Philadelphia" and "heading ultimately for Washington" and a book in the vehicle contained a list of potential BLA targets. Assata Shakur testified that she was on her way to Baltimore for a job as a bar waitress.

Assata Shakur, with gunshot wounds in both arms and a shoulder was moved to Middlesex General Hospital, under "heavy guard," and was reported to be in "serious condition"; Trooper Harper was wounded in the left shoulder, in "good" condition, and given a protective guard at the hospital. Assata Shakur was interrogated and arraigned from her hospital bed, and her medical care during this period is often alleged to have been "substandard." She was transferred from Middlesex General Hospital in New Brunswick to Roosevelt Hospital in Edison after her lawyers obtained a court order from Judge John Bachman, and then transferred to Middlesex County Workhouse a few weeks later.

The Pontiac LeMans and Trooper Harper's patrol car were taken to a state police garage in East Brunswick. Following the incident, on May 11, the State Police instituted two-man night patrols on the turnpike and Garden State Parkway, although the change was not made public until June.

Criminal charges and dispositions

Between 1973 and 1977, in New York and New Jersey, Shakur was indicted ten times, resulting in seven different criminal trials. Shakur was charged with two bank robberies, the kidnapping of a Brooklyn heroin dealer, attempted murder of two Queens police officers stemming from a January 23, 1973 failed ambush, and eight other felonies related to the Turnpike shootout. Of these trials, three resulted in acquittals, one in a hung jury, one in a change of venue, one in a mistrial due to pregnancy, and one in a conviction; three indictments were dismissed without trial.

Turnpike shootout change of venue

On the charges related to the New Jersey Turnpike shootout, New Jersey Superior Court Judge Leon Gerofsky ordered a change of venue in 1973 from Middlesex to Morris County, New Jersey, saying "it was almost impossible to obtain a jury here comprising people willing to accept the responsibility of impartiality so that defendants will be protected from transitory passion and prejudice." Polls of residents in Middlesex County, where Acoli had been convicted less than three years earlier, showed that 83% knew her identity and 70% said she was guilty.

Bronx bank robbery mistrial

In December 1973, Shakur was tried for a September 29, 1972, $3,700 robbery of the Manufacturer's Hanover Trust Company in the Bronx, along with co-defendant Kamau Sadiki (born Fred Hilton). In light of the pending murder prosecution against Shakur in New Jersey state court, her lawyers requested that the trial be postponed for six months to permit further preparation. Judge Lee P. Gagliardi denied a postponement, and the Second Circuit denied Shakur's petition for mandamus. In protest, the lawyers stayed mute, and Shakur and Sadiki conducted their own defense. Seven other BLA members were indicted by District Attorney Eugene Gold in connection with the series of holdups and shootings on the same day, who—according to Gold—represented the "top echelon" of the BLA as determined by a year-long investigation.

The prosecution's case rested largely on the testimony of two men who had pleaded guilty to participating in the holdup. The prosecution called four witnesses: Avon White and John Rivers (both of whom had already been convicted of the robbery) and the manager and teller of the bank. White and Rivers, although convicted, had not yet been sentenced for the robbery and were promised that the charges would be dropped in exchange for their testimony. White and Rivers testified that Shakur had guarded one of the doors with a .357 magnum pistol and that Sadiki had served as a lookout and drove the getaway truck during the robbery; neither White nor Rivers was cross-examined due to the defense attorney's refusal to participate in the trial. Shakur's aunt and lawyer, Evelyn Williams, was also cited for contempt after walking out of the courtroom after many of her attempted motions were denied. The trial was delayed for a few days after Shakur was diagnosed with pleurisy.

During the trial, the defendants were escorted to a "holding pen" outside the courtroom several times after shouting complaints and epithets at Judge Gagliardi. While in the holding pen, they listened to the proceedings over loudspeakers. Both defendants were repeatedly cited for contempt of court and eventually barred from the courtroom, where the trial continued in their absence. A contemporary New York Times editorial criticized Williams for failing to maintain courtroom "decorum," comparing her actions to William Kunstler's recent contempt conviction for his actions during the "Chicago Seven" trial.

Sadiki's lawyer, Robert Bloom, attempted to have the trial dismissed and then postponed due to new "revelations" regarding the credibility of White, a former co-defendant working for the prosecution. Bloom had been assigned to defend Hilton over the summer, but White was not disclosed as a government witness until right before the trial. Judge Gagliardi instructed both the prosecution and the defense not to bring up Shakur or Sadiki's connections to the BLA, saying they were "not relevant." Gagliardi denied requests by the jurors to pose questions to the witnesses—either directly or through him—and declined to provide the jury with information they requested about how long the defense had been given to prepare, saying it was "none of their concern." This trial resulted in a hung jury and then a mistrial when the jury reported to Gagliardi that they were hopelessly deadlocked for the fourth time.

Bronx bank robbery retrial

The retrial was delayed for one day to give the defendants more time to prepare. The new jury selection was marked by attempts by Williams to be relieved of her duties due to disagreements with Shakur as well as Hilton's attorney. Judge Arnold Bauman denied the application, but directed another lawyer, Howard Jacobs, to defend Shakur while Williams remained the attorney of record. Shakur was ejected following an argument with Williams, and Hilton left with her as jury selection continued. After the selection of twelve jurors (60 were excused), Williams was allowed to retire from the case, with Shakur officially representing herself, assisted by lawyer Florynce Kennedy. In the retrial, White testified that the six alleged robbers had saved their hair clippings to create disguises, and identified a partially obscured head and shoulder in a photo taken from a surveillance camera as Shakur's. Kennedy objected to this identification on the grounds that the prosecutor, assistant United States attorney Peter Truebner, had offered to stipulate that Shakur was not depicted in any of the photographs. Although both White and Rivers testified that Shakur was wearing overalls during the robbery, the person identified as Shakur in the photograph was wearing a jacket. The defense attempted to discredit White on the grounds that he had spent eight months in Matteawan Hospital for the Criminally Insane in 1968, and White countered that he had faked insanity (by claiming to be Allah in front of three psychiatrists) to get transferred out of prison.

Shakur personally cross-examined the witnesses, getting White to admit that he had once been in love with her; the same day, one juror (who had been frequently napping during the trial) was replaced with an alternate. Like the first trial, the retrial was marked by the defendants leaving and/or being thrown out of the court room for periods of varying lengths. Both defendants were acquitted in the retrial; six jurors interviewed after the trial stated that they did not believe the two key prosecution witnesses. Shakur was immediately returned to Morristown, New Jersey, under a heavy guard following the trial. Louis Chesimard (Shakur's ex-husband) and Paul Stewart, the other two alleged robbers, had been acquitted in June.

Turnpike shootout mistrial

The Turnpike shootout proceedings continued with Judge John E. Bachman in Middlesex County. The jury was chosen from Morris County, which had a far smaller black population than Middlesex County. On this basis, Shakur unsuccessfully attempted to remove the trial to federal court.

Shakur was originally slated to be tried with Acoli, but the trials were separated (before jury selection was complete) due to Shakur's pregnancy, and hers resulted in a mistrial in 1974 because of the possibility of miscarriage; Shakur was then hospitalized on February 1.

Attempted murder dismissal

Shakur and four others (including Fred Hilton, Avon White, and Andrew Jackson) were indicted in the State Supreme Court in Bronx on December 31, 1973 on charges of attempting to shoot and kill two policemen—Michael O'Reilly and Roy Polliana, who were wounded but had since returned to duty—in a January 28, 1973, ambush in St. Albans, Queens. On March 5, 1974, two new defendants (Jeannette Jefferson and Robert Hayes) were named in an indictment involving the same charges. On April 26, while Shakur was pregnant, New Jersey Governor Brendan Byrne signed an extradition order to move Shakur to New York to face two counts of attempted murder, attempted assault, and possession of dangerous weapons related to the alleged ambush; however, Shakur declined to waive her right to an extradition hearing, and asked for a full hearing before Middlesex County Court Judge John E. Bachman.

Shakur was extradited to New York City on May 6, arraigned on May 11 (pleading innocent), and remanded to jail by Justice Albert S. McGrover of the State Supreme Court, pending a pretrial hearing on July 2. In November 1974, New York State Supreme Court Justice Peter Farrell dismissed the attempted murder indictment because of insufficient evidence, declaring "The court can only note with disapproval that virtually a year has passed before counsel made an application for the most basic relief permitted by law, namely an attack on the sufficiency of the evidence submitted by the grand jury."

Kidnapping trial

Shakur was indicted on May 30, 1974, on the charge of having robbed a Brooklyn bar and kidnapping bartender James E. Freeman for ransom. Shakur and co-defendant Ronald Myers were accused of entering the bar with pistols and shotguns, taking $50 from the register, kidnapping the bartender, leaving a note demanding a $20,000 ransom from the bar owner, and fleeing in a rented truck. Freeman was said to have later escaped unhurt. The text of Shakur's opening statement in the trial is reproduced in her autobiography. Shakur and co-defendant Ronald Myers were acquitted on December 19, 1975 after seven hours of jury deliberation, ending a three-month trial in front of Judge William Thompson.

Queens bank robbery trial

In July 1973, after being indicted by a grand jury, Shakur pleaded not guilty in Federal Court in Brooklyn to an indictment related to an August 31, 1971 $7,700 robbery of the Bankers Trust Company bank in Queens. Judge Jacob Mishlerset set a tentative trial date of November 5 that year. The trial was delayed until 1976, when Shakur was represented by Stanley Cohen and Evelyn Williams. In this trial, Shakur acted as her own co-counsel and told the jury in her opening testimony:

"I have decided to act as co-counsel, and to make this opening statement, not because I have any illusions about my legal abilities, but, rather, because there are things that I must say to you. I have spent many days and nights behind bars thinking about this trial, this outrage. And in my own mind, only someone who has been so intimately a victim of this madness as I have can do justice to what I have to say."

One bank employee testified that Shakur was one of the bank robbers, but three other bank employees (including two tellers) testified that they were uncertain. The prosecution showed surveillance photos of four of the six alleged robbers, contending that one of them was Shakur wearing a wig. Shakur was forcibly subdued and photographed by the FBI on the judge's order, after having refused to cooperate, believing that the FBI would use photo manipulation; a subsequent judge determined that the manners in which the photos were obtained violated Shakur's rights and ruled the new photos inadmissible. In her autobiography, Shakur recounts being beaten, choked, and kicked on the courtroom floor by five marshals, as Williams narrated the events to ensure they would appear on the court record. Shortly after deliberation began, the jury asked to see all the photographic exhibits taken from the surveillance footage. The jury determined that a widely circulated FBI photo allegedly showing Shakur participating in the robbery was not her.

Shakur was acquitted after seven hours of jury deliberation on January 16, 1976, and was immediately remanded back to New Jersey for the Turnpike trial. The actual transfer took place on January 29. She was the only one of the six suspects in the robbery to be brought to trial. Andrew Jackson and two others indicted for the same robbery pleaded guilty; Jackson was sentenced to five years in prison and five years' probation; another was shot and killed in a gun fight in Florida on December 31, 1971, and the last remained at large at the time of Shakur's acquittal.

Turnpike shootout retrial

By the time Shakur was retried in 1977, Acoli had already been convicted of the murder of Foerster (on the theory that he fired the bullets), and a total of 289 articles had been published in the local press relating to the various crimes with which Shakur had been accused. Shakur's trial, along with Acoli's, would end up costing Middlesex County an estimated $1 million.

Shakur again attempted to remove the trial to federal court. The United States District Court for the District of New Jersey denied the petition and also denied Shakur an injunction against the holding of trial proceedings on Fridays (the Muslim Sabbath). An en banc panel of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit affirmed.

The nine-week trial was widely publicized, and was even reported on by the Telegraph Agency of the Soviet Union (TASS). On March 25, 1977, back in Middlesex County, Shakur was convicted as an accomplice in the murders of New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster and Zayd Shakur and possession of weapons, as well as of assault and attempted murder of Harper. During the trial, hundreds of civil rights campaigners demonstrated outside of the Middlesex County courthouse each day.

Following the 13-minute opening statement by Edward J. Barone, the first assistant Middlesex County prosecutor (directing the case for the state), William Kunstler (the chief of Shakur's defense staff) moved immediately for a mistrial, calling the eight-count grand jury indictment "adversary proceeding solely and exclusively under the control of the prosecutor," whom Kunstler accused of "improper prejudicial remarks"; Judge Theodore Appleby, noting the frequent defense interruptions that had characterized the previous days' jury selection, denied the motion. The prosecution contended that Shakur shot and killed her companion, Zayd Shakur, and "executed" Trooper Foerster with his own weapon.

The next day, the jury listened to State Police radio tapes while being provided with a printed transcript, an arrangement that resulted from "hours of haggling" between the defense and prosecution. The "climax" of the tape came when Trooper Ronald Foster, the State Police radio operator, shouted into his microphone "They just shot Harper! Be on the lookout for this car!" and "It is a Pontiac. It's got one tail light" after the wounded Harper entered into the administration building near the site of the shootout. As the tapes were played, Shakur was seated "calmly and without apparent concern" wearing a yellow turban and brightly colored floor-length dress over a white turtleneck sweater.

On February 23, Shakur's attorneys filed papers asking Judge Appleby to subpoena FBI Director Clarence Kelley, Senator Frank Church and other federal and New York law enforcement officials to testify about the Counter Intelligence Program, which they alleged was designed to harass and disrupt black activist organizations. Kunstler had previously been successful in subpoenaing Kelley and Church for the trials of American Indian Movement (AIM) members charged with murdering FBI agents. The motion (argued March 2)—which also asked the court to require the production of memos, tapes, documents, and photographs of alleged COINTELPRO involvement from 1970 to 1973—was denied.

Shakur herself was called as a witness on March 15, the first witness called by the defense; she denied shooting either Harper or Foerster, and also denied handling a weapon during the incident. She was questioned by her own attorney, Stuart Ball, for under 40 minutes, and then cross-examined by Barone for less than two hours (see the Witnesses section below). Ball's questioning ended with the following exchange:

"On that night of May 2[n]d, did you shoot, kill, execute or have anything to do with the death of Trooper Werner Foerster?""No.""Did you shoot or assault Trooper James Harper?""No."

Under cross-examination, Shakur was unable to explain how three magazines of ammunition and 16 live shells had gotten into her shoulder bag; she also admitted to knowing that Zayd Shakur carried a gun at times, and specifically to seeing a gun sticking out of Acoli's pocket while stopping for supper at a Howard Johnson's restaurant shortly before the shooting. Shakur admitted to carrying an identification card with the name "Justine Henderson" in her billfold the night of the shootout, but denied using any of the aliases on the long list that Barone proceeded to read.

Defense attorneys

Shakur's defense attorneys were William Kunstler (the chief of Shakur's defense staff), Stuart Ball, Robert Bloom, Raymond A. Brown, Stanley Cohen (who died of unknown causes early on in the Turnpike trial), Lennox Hinds, Florynce Kennedy, Louis Myers, Laurence Stern, and Evelyn Williams, Shakur's aunt. Of these attorneys, Kunstler, Ball, Cohen, Myers, Stern and Williams appeared in court for the turnpike trial. Kunstler became involved in Shakur's trials in 1975, when contacted by Williams, and commuted from New York City to New Brunswick every day with Stern.

Her attorneys, in particular Lennox Hinds, were often held in contempt of court, which the National Conference of Black Lawyers cited as an example of systemic bias in the judicial system. The New Jersey Legal Ethics Committee also investigated complaints against Hinds for comparing Shakur's murder trial to "legalized lynching" undertaken by a "kangaroo court." Hinds' disciplinary proceeding reached the U.S. Supreme Court in Middlesex County Ethics Committee v. Garden State Bar Ass'n (1982). According to Kunstler's autobiography, the sizable contingent of New Jersey State Troopers guarding the courthouse were under strict orders from their commander, Col. Clinton Pagano, to completely shun Shakur's defense attorneys.

Judge Appleby also threatened Kunstler with dismissal and contempt of court after he delivered an October 21, 1976 speech at nearby Rutgers University that in part discussed the upcoming trial, but later ruled that Kunstler could represent Shakur. Until obtaining a court order, Williams was forced to strip naked and undergo a body search before each of her visits with Shakur—during which Shakur was shackled to a bed by both ankles. Judge Appleby also refused to investigate a burglary of her defense counsel's office that resulted in the disappearance of trial documents, amounting to half of the legal papers related to her case. Her lawyers also claimed that their offices were bugged.

Tensions and dissension existed among the members of the defense team. Evelyn Williams felt that she was a victim of male prejudice stating that "for the second time in (her) legal career (she) became aware of the disdain with which men perceive women." She expressed "amazement and contempt" for the actions of her fellow lawyers as she watched their "infighting for center stage" during the trial. Other members of the team were concerned that Williams was overly aggressive during her sole cross-examination to the point of passing her notes that read, in part, "You're antagonizing the jury" and "Shut up and sit down."

Witnesses

Sundiata Acoli, Assata Shakur, Trooper Harper, and a New Jersey Turnpike driver who saw part of the incident were the only surviving witnesses. Acoli did not testify or make any pre-trial statements, nor did he testify in his own trial or give a statement to the police. The driver traveling north on the turnpike testified that he had seen a State Trooper struggling with a Black man between a white vehicle and a State Trooper car, whose revolving lights illuminated the area.

Shakur testified that Trooper Harper shot her after she raised her arms to comply with his demand. She said that the second shot hit her in the back as she turned to avoid it, and that she fell onto the road for the duration of the gunfight before crawling back into the backseat of the Pontiac—which Acoli drove 5 miles (8 km) down the road and parked. She testified that she remained there until State Troopers dragged her onto the road.

Trooper Harper's official reports state that after he stopped the Pontiac, he ordered Acoli to the back of the vehicle for Trooper Foerster—who had arrived on the scene—to examine his driver's license. The reports then state that after Acoli complied, and as Harper was looking inside the vehicle to examine the registration, Trooper Foerster yelled and held up an ammunition magazine as Shakur simultaneously reached into her red pocketbook, pulled out a nine-millimeter weapon and fired at him. Trooper Harper's reports then state that he ran to the rear of his car and shot at Shakur who had exited the vehicle and was firing from a crouched position next to the vehicle.

Under cross-examination at both Acoli and Shakur's trials, Trooper Harper admitted to having lied in these reports and in his Grand Jury testimony about Trooper Foerster yelling and showing him an ammunition magazine, about seeing Shakur holding a pocketbook or a gun inside the vehicle, and about Shakur shooting at him from the car. Trooper Harper retracted his previous statements and said that he had never seen Shakur with a gun and that she did not shoot him.

Jury

A total of 408 potential jurors were questioned during the voir dire, which concluded on February 14. All of the 15 jurors—ten women and five men—were white, and most were under thirty years old. Five jurors had personal ties to State Troopers (one girlfriend, two nephews, and two friends). A sixteenth female juror was removed before the trial formally opened when it was determined that Sheriff Joseph DeMarino of Middlesex County, while a private detective several years earlier, had worked for a lawyer who represented the juror's husband. Judge Appleby repeatedly denied Kunstler's requests for DeMarino to be removed from his responsibilities for the duration of the trial "because he did not divulge his association with the juror."

One prospective juror was dismissed for reading Target Blue, a book by Robert Daley, a former New York City Deputy Police Commander, which dealt in part with Shakur and had been left in the jury assembly room. Before the jury entered the courtroom, Judge Appleby ordered Shakur's lawyers to remove a copy of Roots: The Saga of an American Family by Alex Haley from a position on the defense counsel table easily visible to jurors. The Roots TV miniseries adapted from the book and shown shortly before the trial was believed to have evoked feelings of "guilt and sympathy" with many white viewers.

Shakur's attorneys sought a new trial on the grounds that one jury member, John McGovern, had violated the jury's sequestration order. Judge Appleby rejected Kunstler's claim that the juror had violated the order. McGovern later sued Kunstler for defamation; Kunstler eventually publicly apologized to McGovern and paid him a small settlement. Additionally, in his autobiography, Kunstler alleged that he later learned from a law enforcement agent that a New Jersey State Assembly member had addressed the jury at the hotel where they were sequestered, urging them to convict Shakur.

Due to the high security of the trial and the sequestration, Shakur's trial, along with Acoli's, cost Middlesex County an estimated $1 million combined. In September 1977, New Jersey Governor Brendan Byrne vetoed a bill to give the Morris County sheriff $7,491 for overtime expenses incurred in guarding Shakur's jury.

Medical evidence

A key element of Shakur's defense was medical testimony meant to demonstrate that she was shot with her hands up and that she would have been subsequently unable to fire a weapon. A neurologist testified that the median nerve in Shakur's right arm was severed by the second bullet, making her unable to pull a trigger. Neurosurgeon Dr. Arthur Turner Davidson, Associate Professor of Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, testified that the wounds in her upper arms, armpit and chest, and severed median nerve that instantly paralyzed her right arm, would only have been caused if both arms were raised, and that to sustain such injuries while crouching and firing a weapon (as described in Trooper Harper's testimony) "would be anatomically impossible."

Davidson based his testimony on an August 4, 1976 examination of Shakur and on X-rays taken immediately after the shootout at Middlesex General Hospital. Prosecutor Barone questioned whether Davidson was qualified to make such a judgment 39 months after the injury; Barone proceeded to suggest (while a female Sheriff's attendant acted out his suggestion) that Shakur was struck in the right arm and collar bone and "then spun around by the impact of the bullet so an immediate second shot entered the fleshy part of her upper left arm" to which Davidson replied "Impossible."

Dr. David Spain, a pathologist from Brookdale Community College, testified that her bullet scars as well as X-rays supported her claim that her arms were raised, and that there was "no conceivable way" the first bullet could have hit Shakur's clavicle if her arm was down.

Judge Appleby eventually cut off funds for any further expert defense testimony. Shakur, in her autobiography, and Williams, in Inadmissible Evidence, both claim that it was difficult to find expert witnesses for the trial. Not only because of the financial expense, but also because most forensic and ballistic specialists declined on the grounds of a conflict of interest when approached because they routinely performed such work for law enforcement officials.

Other evidence

Neutron activation analysis administered after the shootout showed no gunpowder residue on Shakur's fingers; her fingerprints were not found on any weapon at the scene, according to forensic analysis performed at the Trenton, New Jersey crime lab and the FBI crime labs in Washington, D.C. According to tape recordings and police reports made several hours after the shoot-out, when Harper returned on foot to the administration building 200 yards (183 m) away, he did not report Foerster's presence at the scene; no one at headquarters knew of Foerster's involvement in the shoot-out until his body was discovered beside his patrol car, more than an hour later.

Conviction and sentencing

On March 24, the jurors listened for 45 minutes to a rereading of testimony of the State Police chemist regarding the blood found at the scene, on the LeMans, and Shakur's clothing. That night, the second night of jury deliberation, the jury asked Judge Appleby to repeat his instructions regarding the four assault charges 30 minutes before retiring for the night, which led to speculation that the jury had decided in Shakur's favor on the remaining charges, especially the two counts of murder. Appleby reiterated that the jury must consider separately the four assault charges (atrocious assault and battery, assault on a police officer acting in the line of duty, assault with a deadly weapon, and assault with intent to kill), each of which carried a total maximum penalty of 33 years in prison. The other charges were: first-degree murder (of Foerster), second-degree murder (of Zayd Shakur), illegal possession of a weapon, and armed robbery (related to Foerster's service revolver). The jury also asked Appleby to repeat the definitions of "intent" and "reasonable doubt."

Shakur was convicted on all eight counts: two murder charges, and six assault charges. The prosecution did not need to prove that Shakur fired the shots that killed either Trooper Foerster or Zayd Shakur: being an accomplice to murder carries an equivalent life sentence under New Jersey law. Upon hearing the verdict, Shakur said—in a "barely audible voice"—that she was "ashamed that I have even taken part in this trial" and that the jury was "racist" and had "convicted a woman with her hands up." Judge Appleby told the court attendants to "remove the prisoner" and Shakur replied: "the prisoner will walk away on her own feet." After Joseph W. Lewis, the jury foreman, read the verdict, Kunstler asked that the jury be removed before alleging that one juror had violated the sequestration order (see above).

At the post trial press conference Kunstler blamed the verdict on racism stating that "the white element was there to destroy her." When asked by a reporter that if that were the case why did it take the jury 24 hours to reach a verdict Kunstler replied, "That was just a pretense." A few minutes later the prosecutor Barone disagreed with Kunstler's assessment saying the trial's outcome was decided "completely on the facts."

At Shakur's sentencing hearing on April 25, Appleby sentenced her to 26 to 33 years in state prison (10 to 12 for the four counts of assault, 12 to 15 for robbery, 2 to 3 for armed robbery, plus 2 to 3 for aiding and abetting the murder of Foerster), to be served consecutively with her mandatory life sentence. However, Appleby dismissed the second-degree murder of Zayd Shakur, as the New Jersey Supreme Court had recently narrowed the application of the law. Appleby finally sentenced Shakur to 30 days in the Middlesex County Workhouse for contempt of court, concurrent with the other sentences, for refusing to rise when he entered the courtroom. To become eligible for parole, Shakur would have had to serve a minimum of 25 years, which would have included her four years in custody during the trials.

Nelson murder dismissal

In October 1977, New York State Superior Court Justice John Starkey dismissed murder and robbery charges against Shakur related to the death of Richard Nelson during a December 28, 1972, hold-up of a Brooklyn social club, ruling that the state had delayed too long in bringing her to trial. Judge Starkey said, "People have constitutional rights, and you can't shuffle them around." The case was delayed in being brought to trial as a result of an agreement between the governors of New York and New Jersey as to the priority of the various charges against Shakur. Three other defendants were indicted in relation to the same holdup: Melvin Kearney, who died in 1976 from an eight-floor fall while trying to escape from the Brooklyn House of Detention, Twymon Myers, who was killed by police while a fugitive, and Andrew Jackson, the charges against whom were dismissed when two prosecution witnesses could not identify him in a lineup.

Attempted robbery dismissal

On November 22, 1977, Shakur pleaded not guilty to an attempted armed robbery indictment stemming from the 1971 incident at the Statler Hilton Hotel. Shakur was accused of attempting to rob a Michigan man staying at the hotel of $250 of cash and personal property. During the incident Shakur was shot in the stomach and subsequently arrested, booked, and released on bail. The prosecutor was C. Richard Gibbons. The charges were dismissed without trial.

Imprisonment

After the Turnpike shootings, Shakur was imprisoned in New Jersey State Reception and Correction center in Yardville, Burlington County, New Jersey and later moved to Rikers Island Correctional Institution for Women in New York City where she was kept in solitary confinement for 21 months. Shakur's only daughter, Kakuya Shakur, was conceived during her trial and born on September 11, 1974 in the "fortified psychiatric ward" at Elmhurst General Hospital in Queens, where Shakur stayed for a few days before being returned to Rikers Island. In her autobiography, Shakur claims that she was beaten and restrained by several large female officers after refusing a medical exam from a prison doctor shortly after giving birth. While imprisoned on Rikers Island, Shakur filed a § 1983 suit related to the conditions of her confinement; she was unsuccessful in persuading the federal courts to order that the legal aid paralegals assisting in her claim be granted attorney-like visitation rights.

After a bomb threat was made against Judge Appleby, Sheriff Joseph DeMarino lied to the press about the exact date of her transfer to Clinton Correctional Facility for Women for security reasons. She was also transferred from the Clinton Correctional Facility for Women to a special area staffed by women guards at the Yardville Youth Correction and Reception Center in New Jersey, where she was the only female inmate, for "security reasons." When Kunstler first took on Shakur's case (before meeting her), he described her basement cell as "adequate," which nearly resulted in his dismissal as her attorney. On May 6, 1977, Judge Clarkson Fisher, of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, denied Shakur's request for an injunction requiring her transfer from the all-male facility to Clinton Correctional Facility for Women; the Third Circuit affirmed.

On April 8, 1978, Shakur was transferred to Alderson Federal Prison Camp in Alderson, West Virginia where she met Puerto Rican nationalist Lolita Lebrón and Mary Alice, a Catholic nun, who introduced Shakur to the concept of liberation theology. At Alderson, Shakur was housed in the Maximum Security Unit, which also contained several members of the Aryan Sisterhood as well as Sandra Good and Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme, followers of Charles Manson.

On March 31, 1978, after the Maximum Security Unit at Alderson was closed, Shakur was transferred to the Clinton Correctional Facility for Women in New Jersey. According to her attorney Lennox Hinds, Shakur "understates the awfulness of the condition in which she was incarcerated," which included vaginal and anal searches. Hinds argues that "in the history of New Jersey, no woman pretrial detainee or prisoner has ever been treated as she was, continuously confined in a men's prison, under twenty-four-hour surveillance of her most intimate functions, without intellectual sustenance, adequate medical attention, and exercise, and without the company of other women for all the years she was in custody."

Shakur was identified as a political prisoner as early as October 8, 1973 by Angela Davis, and in an April 3, 1977, New York Timesadvertisement purchased by the Easter Coalition for Human Rights. An international panel of seven jurists representing the United Nations Commission on Human Rights concluded in 1979 that her treatment was "totally unbefitting any prisoner." Their investigation, which focused on alleged human rights abuses of political prisoners, cited Shakur as "one of the worst cases" of such abuses and including her in "a class of victims of FBI misconduct through the COINTELPRO strategy and other forms of illegal government conduct who as political activists have been selectively targeted for provocation, false arrests, entrapment, fabrication of evidence, and spurious criminal prosecutions." Amnesty International, however, did not regard Shakur as a former political prisoner.

Escape

On November 2, 1979 she escaped the Clinton Correctional Facility for Women in New Jersey, when three members of the Black Liberation Army visiting her drew concealed .45-caliber pistols, seized two guards as hostages and commandeered a prison van. The van escaped through an unfenced section of the prison into the parking lot of a state school for the handicapped, 1.5 miles (2 km) away, where a blue-and-white Lincoln and a blue Mercury Comet were waiting. No one was injured during the prison break, including the guards held as hostages who were left in the parking lot. Her brother, Mutulu Shakur, Silvia Baraldini, former Panther Sekou Odinga, and Marilyn Buck were charged with assisting in her escape; Ronald Boyd Hill was also held on charges related to the escape. In part for his role in the event, Mutulu was named on July 23, 1982 as the 380th addition to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, where he remained for the next four years until his capture in 1986. State correction officials disclosed in November 1979 that they had not run identity checks on Shakur's visitors and that the three men and one woman who assisted in her escape had presented false identification to enter the prison's visitor room, before which they were not searched. Mutulu Shakur and Marilyn Buck were convicted in 1988 of several robberies as well as the prison escape.

At the time of the escape, Kunstler had just started to prepare her appeal. After her escape, Shakur lived as a fugitive for several years. The FBI circulated wanted posters throughout the New York – New Jersey area; her supporters hung "Assata Shakur is Welcome Here" posters in response. In New York, three days after her escape, more than 5,000 demonstrators organized by the National Black Human Rights Coalition carried signs with the same slogan. The image of Shakur on the wanted posters featured a wig and blurred black-and-white features (pictured right).

For years after Shakur's escape, the movements, activities, and phone calls of her friends and relatives—including her daughter walking to school in upper Manhattan—were monitored by investigators in an attempt to ascertain her whereabouts. In July 1980, FBI director William Webster said that the search for Shakur had been frustrated by residents' refusal to cooperate, and a New York Times editorial opined that the department's commitment to "enforce the law with vigor—but also with sensitivity for civil rights and civil liberties" had been "clouded" by an "apparently crude sweep" through a Harlem building in search of Shakur. In particular, one pre-dawn April 20, 1980 raid on 92 Morningside Avenue, during which FBI agents armed with shotguns and machine guns broke down doors, and searched through the building for several hours, while preventing residents from leaving, was seen by residents as having "racist overtones." In October 1980, New Jersey and New York City Police denied published reports that they had declined to raid a Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn building where Shakur was suspected to be hiding for fear of provoking a racial incident.

Political asylum in Cuba

Shakur fled to Cuba by 1984; in that year she was granted political asylum in that country. The Cuban government paid approximately $13 a day toward her living expenses. In 1985 she was reunited with her daughter, Kakuya, who had been raised by Shakur's mother in New York.

In an open letter, Shakur has called Cuba "One of the Largest, Most Resistant and Most Courageous Palenques (Maroon Camps) that has ever existed on the Face of this Planet." She also referred to herself as a "20th century escaped slave." Shakur is also known to have worked as an English-language editor for Radio Havana Cuba.

Books

In 1987, she published Assata: An Autobiography, which was written in Cuba. Her autobiography has been cited in relation to critical legal studies and critical race theory. The book does not give a detailed account of the events on the New Jersey Turnpike, except saying that the jury "Convicted a woman with her hands up!" It gives an account of her life beginning with her youth in the South and New York. Shakur challenges traditional styles of literary autobiography and offers the public a perspective on her life that is not easily accessible to the public. The book was published by Lawrence Hill & Company in the United States and Canada but the copyright is held by Zed Books Ltd. of London due to "Son of Sam" laws, which restrict who can receive profits from a book. In the six months preceding the publications of the book, Evelyn Williams, Shakur's aunt and attorney, made several trips to Cuba and served as a go-between with Hill.

In 1993, she published a second book, Still Black, Still Strong, with Dhoruba bin Wahad and Mumia Abu-Jamal.

Extradition attempts

In 1997, Carl Williams, the superintendent of the New Jersey State Police, wrote a letter to Pope John Paul II asking him to raise the issue of Shakur's extradition during his talks with President Fidel Castro. During the pope's visit to Cuba in 1998, Shakur agreed to an interview with NBC journalist Ralph Penza. Shakur later published an extensive criticism of the NBC segment, which inter-spliced footage of Trooper Foerster's grieving widow with an FBI photo connected to a bank robbery of which Shakur had been acquitted. On March 10, 1998 New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman asked Attorney General Janet Reno to do whatever it would take to return Shakur from Cuba. Later in 1998, U.S. media widely reported claims that the United States State Department had offered to lift the Cuban embargo in exchange for the return of 90 U.S. fugitives, including Shakur.

In September 1998, the United States Congress passed a non-binding resolution asking Cuba for the return of Shakur as well as 90 fugitives believed by Congress to be residing in Cuba; House Concurrent Resolution 254 passed 371–0 in the House and by unanimous consent in the Senate. The Resolution was due in no small part to the lobbying efforts of Governor Whitman and New Jersey Representative Bob Franks. Before the passage of the Resolution, Franks stated: "This escaped murderer now lives a comfortable life in Cuba and has launched a public relations campaign in which she attempts to portray herself as an innocent victim rather than a cold-blooded murderer."

In an open letter to Castro, chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Representative Maxine Waters of California later explained that many members of the Caucus (including herself) were against Shakur's extradition but had mistakenly voted for the bill, which was placed on the accelerated suspension calendar, generally reserved for non-controversial legislation. In the letter, Waters explained her opposition, calling COINTELPRO "illegal, clandestine political persecution."

On May 2, 2005, the 32nd anniversary of the Turnpike shootings, the FBI classified her as a domestic terrorist, increasing the reward for assistance in her capture to $1 million, the largest reward placed on an individual in the history of New Jersey. New Jersey State Police superintendent Rick Fuentes said "she is now 120 pounds of money." The bounty announcement reportedly caused Shakur to "drop out of sight" after having previously lived relatively openly (including having her home telephone number listed in her local telephone directory).

New York City Councilman Charles Barron, a former Black Panther, has called for the bounty to be rescinded. The New Jersey State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation each still have an agent officially assigned to her case. Calls for Shakur's extradition increased following Fidel Castro's transfer of presidential duties; in a May 2005 television address, Castro had called Shakur a victim of racial persecution, saying "they wanted to portray her as a terrorist, something that was an injustice, a brutality, an infamous lie." In 2013 the FBI announced it had made Shakur the first woman on its list of most wanted terrorists. The reward for her capture and return was also doubled to $2 million that year.

Cultural influence

A documentary film about Shakur, Eyes of the Rainbow, written and directed by Cuban filmmaker Gloria Rolando, appeared in 1997. The official premiere of the film in Havana in 2004 was promoted by Casa de las Américas, the main cultural forum of the Cuban government. The National Conference of Black Lawyers and Mos Def are among the professional organizations and entertainers to support Assata Shakur; the "Hands Off Assata" campaign is organized by Dream Hampton.

Numerous musicians have composed and recorded songs about her or dedicated to her:

Common recorded "A Song for Assata" on his album Like Water for Chocolate (2000) after traveling to Havana to meet with Shakur personally.

Paris ("Assata's Song", in Sleeping with the Enemy (1992), Public Enemy ("Rebel Without A Pause" in It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back(1988), 2Pac ("Words of Wisdom" in 2Pacalypse Now (1991), Digital Underground ("Heartbeat Props" in Sons of the P, 1991), The Roots ("The Adventures in Wonderland" in Illadelph Halflife, 1996), Asian Dub Foundation ("Committed to Life" in Community Music, 2000), Saul Williams ("Black Stacey" in Saul Williams, 2004), Rebel Diaz ("Which Side Are You On?" in Otro Guerrillero Mixtape Vol. 2, 2008), Lowkey ("Something Wonderful" in Soundtrack to the Struggle, 2011), Murs ("Tale of Two Cities" in The Final Adventure, 2012), Jay Z ("Open Letter Part II" in 2013), Digable Planets, The Underachievers and X-Clan have also recorded songs about Shakur. Shakur has been described as a "rap music legend" and a "minor cause celebre."

On December 12, 2006, the Chancellor of the City University of New York, Matthew Goldstein, directed City College's president, Gregory H. Williams, to remove the "unauthorized and inappropriate" designation of the "Guillermo Morales/Assata Shakur Community and Student Center," which was named by students in 1989. A student group won the right to use the lounge after a campus shutdown over proposed tuition increases. CUNY was sued by student and alumni groups after removing the plaque. As of April 7, 2010, the presiding judge has ruled that the issues of students' free speech and administrators' immunity from suit "deserve a trial."

Following controversy, in 1995 Borough of Manhattan Community College renamed a scholarship that had previously been named for Shakur. In 2008, a Bucknell University professor included Shakur in a course on "African-American heroes"—along with figures such as Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, John Henry, Malcolm X, and Angela Davis. Her autobiography is studied together with those of Angela Davis and Elaine Brown, the only women activists of the Black Power movement who have published book-length autobiographies. Rutgers University professor H. Bruce Franklin, who excerpts Shakur's book in a class on 'Crime and Punishment in American Literature,' describes her as a "revolutionary fighter against imperialism."

Black NJ State Trooper Anthony Reed (who has left the force) sued the police force because, among other things, persons had hanged posters of Shakur, altered to include Reed's badge number, in a Newark barracks. He felt it was intended to insult him, as she had killed an officer, and was "racist in nature." According to Dylan Rodriguez, to many "U.S. radicals and revolutionaries" Shakur represents a "venerated (if sometimes fetishized) signification of liberatory desire and possibility."

The largely Internet-based "Hands Off Assata!" campaign is coordinated by Chicago-area Black Radical Congress activists.

In 2015, New Jersey's Kean University dropped hip-hop artist Common as a commencement speaker because of police complaints. Members of the State Troopers Fraternal Association of New Jersey expressed their anger over Common's "A Song For Assata."

In 2015, Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza writes: “When I use Assata’s powerful demand in my organizing work, I always begin by sharing where it comes from, sharing about Assata’s significance to the Black Liberation Movement, what its political purpose and message is, and why it’s important in our context."

The Chicago Black activist group Assata's Daughters is named in her honor.

Terrorist list

Assata Shakur was moved to the FBI's Most Wanted Terrorists List on May 2, 2013, the 40th anniversary of New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster's murder.

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Warning: This post contains spoilers for Watchmen.

HBO’s Watchmen TV show tells a separate story from the 1987 graphic novel from which it borrows its name. The graphic novel was set in an alternate version of New York in 1985, at the height of the Reagan era, and dealt with a group of masked men and women trying to figure out who is picking them off one by one. The television series is set in an alternate version of Tulsa in 2019. Everything that happened in the 1985 graphic novel is canon, but the show focuses on totally new characters and a new set of events.

The central character in the show is Angela (Regina King), a policewoman living in Tulsa who — along with her colleagues — was the target of a mass attack several years before by a group called the Seventh Cavalry. The White Supremacist group invaded the homes of police officers on Christmas Eve, killing them and their families.

Angela survived, but in the years since, she and fellow members of law enforcement have been forced to hide their jobs from the public, wearing masks while on duty and resorting to ethically questionable practices when they hunt down, interrogate and capture suspected white supremacists. The tension in the town is informed by the real-life massacre of black business owners and residents in Tulsa in 1921, as depicted in the opening scenes of the series.

While all these characters and elements are new to the show, the series has abundant references to the original story. The white supremacists wear masks inspired by the odious antihero Rorschach from the graphic novel. A character from the original story, Adrian Viedt, shows up midway through the first episode. And the scenes are littered with images of smiley faces and clocks, potent symbols from the original comic. They even may give us a hint of what is to come in the show.

Here are all the Easter eggs and references you may have missed in Watchmen, to be updated after each episode of the show.

Episode 1

Mark Hill—HBORegina King in Watchmen

Rorschach masks

Rorschach is one of the most controversial “heroes” in the original Watchmen graphic novel — and arguably in all of comics. He lived by a black and white moral code (as reflected on his ever-shifting black and white mask, which resembled a Rorschach Test). But his personal prejudices against women, gay people, people of color and poor people informed that code. What readers thought of his actions proved, itself, to be a Rorschach test for their own personal and political beliefs.

In the television show, a group of white supremacists have adopted Rorschach’s mask and wear it while carrying out acts of terror. There’s a clear visual parallel between the KKK hoods featured in the first scene of the show when white people, including Klan members, massacre a group of black residents and business owners in Tulsa in 1921, and the Rorschach masks that the white supremacists of 2019 wear later in the episode.

They even quote Rorschach in the threatening video they send to the police, though they offer a slightly altered version. Rorschach wrote in his diary in the graphic novel, “all the whores and politicians will look up and shout, ‘Save us!’…and I’ll look down and whisper, ‘No.'” The men in Rorschach masks in the show end their video with the same message, though they change the word “politician” to “race traitors.”

Dr. Manhattan destroying his palace on Mars

The show offers a fleeting shot of a news cast of Doctor Manhattan on Mars. In the graphic novel, Doctor Manhattan — who gained his powers during a radioactive accident — eventually becomes fed up with humanity and banishes himself to the red planet. There, he builds a giant glass clock-like towering structure from sand.

Eventually, he and his girlfriend, Silk Spectre, debate whether Doctor Manhattan should return to Earth to protect humanity. During the conversation, Silk Spectre becomes frustrated with the fact that Doctor Manhattan can see all of time at once and thus predict everything she will do or say. (Everything is preordained.) As they discuss the past, Silk Spectre realizes her father is another masked fighter, The Comedian, and that she was conceived when he raped her mother. In anger, she throws something at the wall and the entire structure collapses. It is at this point that Doctor Manhattan decides to help humanity, citing the extraordinary series of coincidences that had to happen to lead to Silk Spectre’s birth.

It seems that in the television show Doctor Manhattan has returned to Mars and the U.S. has set up some sort of live video stream to him.

The smiley face in the eggs

During a classroom demonstration, Angela (who masquerades as a baker but is really a cop) cracks three eggs in a bowl, making the shape of a smiley face. Smiley faces show up throughout the graphic novel, beginning with the death of the Comedian in the first scene of the book. He falls out a window and a drop of blood drips across a happy face pin he wears, giving the graphic novel its eventual cover image.

Nixon and the U.S. won the Vietnam War

Angela tells the classroom that she lived in Vietnam both before and after “it became a state.” This is a reference to the events of the comic book: The U.S. won the Vietnam War with the help of Doctor Manhattan. As a result, Nixon was re-elected.

Nixon shows up again and again in the show. The suspected white supremacists live in “Nixonville.” When a suspect is being interrogated in the pod, we see an image of Mount Rushmore, which now includes Nixon’s face. And in the classroom, behind Angela, there’s a poster that lists the “four most important presidents”: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Richard Nixon and the current president, Robert Redford.

Conspiracy theories about the fake alien attacks

During the interrogation scene, the suspected Seventh Cavalry member is asked whether he thinks the otherworldly attacks against the United States are a government conspiracy. This is a direct reference to the events in the final pages of Watchmen.

In the graphic novel, a caped crusader-turned-businessman named Adrian Veidt (alias: Ozymandias, played in the show by Jeremy Irons) orchestrates a fake alien attack on New York City. He argues that creating a fake threat from space will force humans to end their squabbling and unite against this new foe. He’s right: Shortly after the fake invasion, the Cold War ends. But Doctor Manhattan — the only superhero with actual superpowers in the graphic novel — suggests that the peace will not last for long. And it seems that since the 1980s, people have become suspicious of the attack. Perhaps the fact that there have seemingly been no other alien attacks on the planet has nudged conspiracy theorists closer to the truth.

American Hero Story: Minutemen

A bus advertisement introduces a show within the show: American Hero Story: Minutemen. The series seems to riff on the true story of the Minutemen, the group of masked men and women who joined together to fight crime — for better or worse — in the 1940s. The Watchmen graphic novel flashes between a group of younger heroes in the 1980s and their predecessors in the 1940s. In both time periods the various vigilantes’ motives and codes of ethics prove questionable.

The show suggests that the Minutemen have become a key part of American mythology, politics and entertainment in 2019.

“Veidt officially declared dead” headline

Adrian Veidt, a.k.a. Ozymandias, played a key role in the Watchmen graphic novel, between killing off many other Masked Men and faking his own assassination attempt and the faked alien attack described above. In the book, Doctor Manhattan leaves Veidt at his hideout in the Arctic. Now, in 2019, it seems that the media presumes him dead. But in the episode, we see him at a fancy castle, living out a strange and opulent existence with bizarre-acting servants.

The blood on the police chief badge

The graphic novel begins with the murder of the masked antihero, the Comedian. He is kicked out of his own window and lands on the ground. A drop of blood falls on a happy face pin that he wears, an image so indelible it eventually served as the cover art for the book. Rorschach begins to investigate the death, discovering a conspiracy as he proceeds.

The first episode of the show ends with the killing of the police chief. The drop of blood on the police chief’s badge mirrors that image of the Comedian’s pin from the comic. It seems that Angela, like Rorschach before her, will have to investigate the murder — and possibly uncover an insidious plot against the police. The image also suggests that the police chief’s honor is stained in some way, just like the Comedian. Could there be more to this man than meets the eye?

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Warning: This post contains spoilers for Watchmen.

Here are all the Easter eggs and references you may have missed in Watchmen, to be updated after each episode of the show.

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Dr. Manhattan destroying his palace on Mars

It seems that in the television show Doctor Manhattan has returned to Mars and the U.S. has set up some sort of live video stream to him.

The smiley face in the eggs

Nixon and the U.S. won the Vietnam War

Conspiracy theories about the fake alien attacks

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Warning: This post contains spoilers for Watchmen.

Here are all the Easter eggs and references you may have missed in Watchmen, to be updated after each episode of the show.

Episode 1

Mark Hill—HBORegina King in Watchmen

Rorschach masks

Dr. Manhattan destroying his palace on Mars

It seems that in the television show Doctor Manhattan has returned to Mars and the U.S. has set up some sort of live video stream to him.

The smiley face in the eggs

Nixon and the U.S. won the Vietnam War

Conspiracy theories about the fake alien attacks

American Hero Story: Minutemen

The show suggests that the Minutemen have become a key part of American mythology, politics and entertainment in 2019.

“Veidt officially declared dead” headline

The blood on the police chief badge

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Warning: This post contains spoilers for Watchmen.

Here are all the Easter eggs and references you may have missed in Watchmen, to be updated after each episode of the show.

Episode 1

Mark Hill—HBORegina King in Watchmen

Rorschach masks

Dr. Manhattan destroying his palace on Mars

It seems that in the television show Doctor Manhattan has returned to Mars and the U.S. has set up some sort of live video stream to him.

The smiley face in the eggs

Nixon and the U.S. won the Vietnam War

Conspiracy theories about the fake alien attacks

American Hero Story: Minutemen

The show suggests that the Minutemen have become a key part of American mythology, politics and entertainment in 2019.

“Veidt officially declared dead” headline

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During a Wednesday appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” discussing his film “BlacKkKlansman,” director Spike Lee called Christopher Columbus a “terrorist.” Lee lamented the fact he was not told that George Washington owned slaves and that Columbus’ history is not taught in schools. “I also have to say the reason why I’m wearing this hat and pullover is that many years ago the first slaves were brought to this country in Jamestown, Virginia, 1619 and 2019,” Lee shared. “I think that a lot of people need to know this. Because this is part of American history, which is not all good. You know, I think that when I was in public school in Brooklyn, New York, I was not told George Washington owned slaves. I was told he chopped down the cherry tree and wouldn’t tell a lie. In 1492, this guy, this terrorist sailed the ocean blue. I mean, we have got to start teaching, I feel, my opinion, let’s be honest about our history and let’s move forward. We’re not honest about our history.” “We’ve got to move forward,” he emphasized. Follow Trent Baker on Twitter @MagnifiTrent

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AAFCA Awards Celebrates Tenth Anniversary, Names Black Panther Best Picture

Congratulations to Gil Robertson and Shawn Edwards on their tenth anniversary of the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) Awards ceremony. I have attended almost every one from the beginning and have seen it evolve to its present joyous state at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood. Robertson and Edwards started the organization to showcase African-American journalists and their writing about movies by or about African-American filmmakers at a time when there was felt to be a need for "Black Oscars." This year, there were plenty of movies to celebrate.

Actress, comedian and singer Tichina Arnold presided over the festivities as Mistress of Ceremonies, setting the tone for an evening full of comedy and celebration. Her shout-out from the stage to music icon Quincy Jones in the audience led the way for almost every award winner to pay homage to Maestro Q. And when the 80+ years impresario went to accept the inaugural AAFCA Stanley Kramer Award, he did not disappoint. He boogied to the music all the way up to the podium.

Ryan Coogler's "Black Panther," the highest-grossing film of 2018, was the night's big winner, honored with three accolades for Best Film, Best Director and Best Song ("All the Stars"). "BlacKkKlansman," the first picture to earn trailblazing filmmaker Spike Lee Oscar nominations for Best Picture and Best Director, received awards for Best Actor (John David Washington) and Best Screenplay (Charlie Wachtel & David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott & Spike Lee).

George Tillman Jr.'s powerfully acted Angie Thomas adaptation, "The Hate U Give," earned awards for Best Breakthrough Performance (Amandla Stenberg) and Best Supporting Actor (Russell Hornsby). Two mighty Reginas took home top acting honors for women: Regina King of "Support the Girls" won Best Actress, while Oscar frontrunner Regina King ("If Beale Street Could Talk") was crowned Best Supporting Actress. King's collaboration with "Moonlight" director Barry Jenkins was also named Best Independent Film.

Alfonso Cuarón's "Roma" won Best Foreign Film, while Alan Hicks and Rashida Jones' "Quincy" was awarded Best Documentary. On its way to possibly becoming the first Marvel film to earn a major Oscar, Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey and Rodney Rothman's "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" was named Best Animated Film. Rounding out the rest of the winners were "Queen Sugar" (Best TV Drama), "Insecure" (Best TV Comedy) and "Red Table Talk" (Best New Media).

Jason Blum of Blumhouse accepted the Cinema Vanguard Award for producing films such as "Get Out" and "BlacKkKlansman," and gave a moving speech about racial healing. He emphasized, however, that he works with women and people of color not because it's the right thing to do, but because he searches for the best, and it's good for business. Taking home the Breakthrough Filmmaker Award was Aneesh Chaganty for his acclaimed thriller, "Searching," which provided a plum lead role for Asian-American actor John Cho.

“Selecting Disney’s 'Black Panther' as the year’s best film was a no-brainer,” stated AAFCA co-founder Shawn Edwards. “Beyond its tremendous reviews and historic box office performance, the film changed the culture and became a defining moment for Black America. Finally, after years of painfully negative and blatantly harmful depictions of blacks on screen there was a movie full of positive images and characters that blacks could rally around. For many blacks, the film’s release was like a national holiday. The movie sparked a sense of pride and inspired Afro-futurism-theme parties, academic panel discussions, scholarship funds, vacation plans to Africa and thousands of black kids dressing-up like their favorite characters on Halloween. Many have waited a lifetime for a moment like this and 'Black Panther' delivered with a multi-generational appeal never before seen.”

Four days prior to the awards night, AAFCA held its fifth annual Special Achievement Awards luncheon at the California Yacht Club in Marina Del Rey. The event honored seven amazing talents including Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Wesley Morris of The New York Times, whom I was proud to present The Roger Ebert Award, and Tendo Nagenda, Vice President of Original Film at Netflix, who earned The Ashley Boone Award, named for the brother of former Academy head, Carol Boone Isaacs. Buddy Bolden, the legendary musician credited as the originator of jazz, was honored posthumously with the Pioneer Award and a clip of a movie about him by Dan Pritzker was shown.

Kelly Edwards, Senior Vice President of Talent Development at HBO, received the Salute to Excellence Award and Alana Mayo, Head of Production at Outlier Society, was given the Horizon Award Ruth Carter, the Oscar-nominated costume designer of "Black Panther," received a rousing standing ovation with her speech about how her contributions added to culture and the arts. When asked if she had ever designed clothes for a superhero, she responded that all of her previous movie characters were superheroes. She won the Nissan Innovator Award.

The audience was also happy to see Jon M. Chu presented with the Game Changer Award for his groundbreaking hit comedy, "Crazy Rich Asians."

“It’s been a breakthrough year in cinema on a number of fronts,” said Robertson. “Most significantly, the tremendous success of 'Black Panther' and 'Crazy Rich Asians' clearly demonstrates that films populated by people of color can perform well overseas. AAFCA’s Top 10 marks the first time so many films by or about black identity have made our list, presenting storylines that reflect the diversity that lives within the black community. It was also good to see 'Roma' and 'The Favourite' make our TOP 10 because these films, as well, shine light on themes and storylines representing popular culture.”

AAFCA’s Top Ten Films of 2018:

1. "Black Panther" (Walt Disney Studios)

2. "If Beale Street Could Talk" (Annapurna Pictures)

3. "The Hate U Give" (20th Century Fox)

4. "A Star is Born" (Warner Bros. Studios)

5. "Quincy" (Netflix)

6. "Roma" (Netflix)

7. "Blindspotting" (Lionsgate)

8. "The Favourite" (Fox Searchlight Pictures)

9. "Sorry to Bother You" (Annapurna Pictures)

10. "Widows" (20th Century Fox)

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Online Reviews Initiated For the Week and Updated by Friday November 24 2017 by Stella CarrierPublic Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 Mission Washington, D.C.: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) Price: $3.99 If You Like Museums…., November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Mission Washington, D.C.: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) (Kindle Edition)As even an amateur reviewer with a passion for writing, I completely understand that I am completely outside of the target audience for this kindlebook of Mission Washington DC; A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) by Catherine Aragon yet I am aware of people in my life with kids who might enjoy this kindlebook. More or less, my husband and I enjoy living in the Washington D.C. area and I was curious to see some of the Washington D.C. area landmarks in this kindlebook that included among the following; photo of the Capital building, reference to military unmanned aerial vehicles in the Air & Space Museum,picture of William Shakespeare from the National Archives, image from the Museum of American History,picture of Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers From the Wizard of Oz,picture of Michelle Obama’s 2009 Inaugural Gown, and more. There is also a creative fiction reference to the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) with the reference of the SIA. Comment | Permalink Disney Dining Plan 2018: Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World Price: $0.99 Disney Meal Options, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Disney Dining Plan 2018: Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of the Disney Dining Plan 2018; Tips and Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World by Leah Crocker Althiser contains a vast variety of meal ideas for a prospective visitor. The author also explains that she is crafting the guide more as a labor of love compensation free for the meal plan ideas that she gives which includes among the following; some of the most popular restaurants such as Be Our Guest (Magic Kingdom), Cinderella’s Royal Table (Magic Kingdom), Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort), Ohana (Polynesian Resort), Disney Plan 2017 Prices,Disney Dining Plan 2018 Prices,kids under three eating free at certain restaurants,a resort refillable mug, a photo of a quick service entrée at Columbia Harbor House Magic Kingdom,a picture of a buffett meal at Grand Floridian Resort,French fries with pulled pork and cheese at Flame Tree Barbecue in Animal Kingdom, dessert sampler at Epcot Food & Wine Festival ribs at Flame Tree Barbecue Animal Kingdom, and more. Comment | Permalink Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 Offered by Random House LLC Price: $6.99 More Than How She Seems Initially, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 by Jarrett J. Krosoczka touches upon the mysterious circumstances that occur around a certain author that keeps a certain mystery about him. This seems innocent enough except the author is distant with most of the kids at the beginning of the story and unusually inquisitive with a gym coach who he seemed to know about even before the gym coach introduces himself. I also like this story because the writing is done in a strong way early on to help understand Lunch Lady’s motivations for creating an introduction with the author who visits the school. Comment | Permalink Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer Offered by Random House LLC Price: $15.99 Candid Michelle Obama, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer (Kindle Edition)Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer by Amanda Lucidon touches on multiple pivotal moments photography speaking during Michelle Obama’s First Lady years. The author of this kindlebook adds a multi-dimensional touch to her photography career via admitting how she became a photographer some time after she relocated to the Washington D.C. area (including a fascinating story on how her late father somehow partially knew how her career was going to progress even before she was certain of the outcome). I also like that there is a balanced mix of photos featuring various education based moments such as a CNN interview she was a part of for what is listed to be the Let Girls Learn initiative and overseas trips (such as the photo of Michelle Obama with her daughters Sashia and Malia as they visited the Great Wall of China in March 2014). Comment | Permalink Obama: An Intimate Portrait Offered by Hachette Book Group Price: $19.99 Presidential Career Progression, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Obama: An Intimate Portrait (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of Obama; An Intimate Portrait by Pete Souza includes a foreword by former President Obama. Pete Souza, the author of An Intimate Portraits, admits that his intent was to capture as many moments as possible garnering part of his inspiration from Yoichi Okamoto who photographed Lyndon B Johnson. Some of the multiple photos featured in affiliation with former President Obama’s time in office; Toasting Queen Elizabeth II during a dinner in her honor in London May 25 2011,Greeting kids at a day care center in Bethesda Maryland, Sasha’s tenth birthday party at Camp David Maryland June 2011,Attending the Army Navy Football game in Landover Maryland December 10 2011,A basketball clinic with Malia and Sasha March 30 2012, holding court with European leaders at Camp David during the summit May 19 2012,embracing his wife Michelle Obama during a basketball game at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C. July 14 2012,A surprise visit from Malia on her return home from summer camp August 16 2012,with chief of staff Jack Lew aboard Air Force One,A briefing with FBI Director Robert Mueller and other officials on April 16 2013,posing with a boy who had went to sleep during a Father’s Day Ice Cream Social June 14, 2013, with former Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and George W Bush before the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in Dallas April 25 2013,with other leaders before a working dinner at the G8 summit in Northern Ireland June 17 2013,leaving Berlin Germany June 19 2013,returning to the White House from Taylor Gourmet, a D.C. Sandwich Shop October 2013, Air Force One in Seattle November 2013, helping former First Lady Michelle Obama off the stage after she thanked the White House chefs during the state dinner for President Francois Hollande of France February 11 2014, Greeting the 14th Dalai Lama February 21 2014, with then Secretary of State John Kerry and then Vice President Joe Biden discussing negotiations March 12 2014, pictured with Ella Rhodes daughter of Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes June 4 2015, consoling then Vice President Joe Biden after delivering a eulogy in memory of Beau Biden, Dancing with Sasha as late musician Prince performs a party in the East Room, At the dedication of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, flexing muscles with Walker Earnest, son of press secretary Josh Earnest on Halloween October 31 2016, reading at the Resolute Desk October 14 2016, Boarding Air Force One after campaigning for Hillary Clinton November 4 2016, receiving early exit poll date from political director David Simas November 8 2016, and much more photos. Comment | Permalink Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent DVD Price: $12.99 Informative and Juicy Documentary, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent (Amazon Video)I admit that I have to credit footage that I spotted via the CNN news channel for giving me the idea to purchase and watch this documentary Jeremiah The Last Magnificent and the following are some of multiple fascinating details in this documentary; names interviewed andor reference range across the following; Doyle Moon, Samantha Talbott reservations manager, Jim Caiola owner Tavern on the Green, New York Times article by Florence Fabricant, Jerry Matters former patron of Stars restaurant, Run DMC Beastie Boys some of the patrons of Stars restaurant, California earthquake that shook up Jeremiah Tower’s restaurant ownership career, Mark Greensill former pianist Stars restaurant, socialite Denise Hale, footage of Julia Childs, Marc Franz former chef at Stars restaurant, Steve Ells former cook at Stars and founder CEO Chipotle Grill, Tony Angotti former General manager Stars, Steve Vranian former cook Stars, Alice Waters owner restaurateur Chez Panisse restaurant, Jean Pierre Moulle Former Chef de Cuisine Chez Panisse, The Alice B Toklas cookbook, Andrew Friedman Food Writer Journalist, Cathy Simon Harvard College Friend, Sharon Baron Former Waitress Chez Panisse assistant to Jeremiah Tower Stars, Michael Palmer Harvard College Friend, Peter Tower nephew, Alexandra Tower Ewes niece, Greg Cowery friend, Wolfgang Puck chef/restaurateur, Ken Friedman restaurateur, Jonathan Waxman chef restaurateur, John Sanger Harvard College Friend, Regina Schrambling Former New York Times Food Writer, Anthony Bourdain author television personality, Ruth Reich author former editor-in-chief Gourmet magazine, Martha Stewart television personality, Mario Batali chef/restaurateur, James Villas former Food and Wine editor Town and Country magazine, Stephen Torres Director Roots of American Food Festival and a reference to California The Match that Lit the Revolution. 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Comment | Permalink 50 Great '80s Songs Price: $0.00 Excellent Music Variety, November 12, 2017 This review is from: 50 Great '80s Songs (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of 50 Great 80s songs has a diverse mix of 1980s era songs on this music playlist from elements of classic rock, pop, pop-dance etc. such as; Jump by Van Halen, Like a Virgin by Madonna, Listen to Your Heart by Roxette, How Soon is Now by the Smiths, Money for Nothing, Need You Tonight by INXS, Rock the Casbah by the Clash, Tina Turner, Simply Irresistible by Robert Palmer, Your Love by Outfield, Uptown Girl by Billy Joel, Every Breath You Take by the Police, So Emotional by Whitney Houston, Girls Just Want to Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper, Born in the USA by Bruce Springsteen, I Want to Know What Love is by Foreigner, Walk This Way by Run DMC feat. 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Thursday November 16 2017 Online Reviews via Amazon A Calming Music Playlist This Amazon music playlist of New Age Relaxation lives up to its title. Fortunately, my husband is open-minded about the type of music I choose to play to help me go to sleep quicker. I have been blessed to easily go to sleep within a fantastic timeframe because of the easing music melodies in many of the songs. This Amazon music playlist starts out with the song Return to Innocence by Enigma (a song that I first heard via local radio in middle school). The playlist then goes into Only Time by Enya (a song that I first heard when I was stationed in Japan through the military in the early 2000s). Of course there are much more tunes available on this New Age Relaxation playlist whether a person is turning to this playlist to go to sleep faster or to just simply chill out with such tunes as Love Awakening by Patrick Bernard, Marble Halls by Meav, Stars by Brian Eno, Serenity by Liquid Mind, Stellamara by Kyrie Eleison, Call of the Sea by David Arkenstone, Turning to Peace by Paul Schwartz, The Future is Beautiful by Daniel Kobialka, Angel Wings by Herb Ernst, Deep Peace by Bill Douglas, Love Awakening by Patrick Bernard, and more. Public Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 Letitia Baldrige's Complete Guide to a Great Social Life by Letitia Baldrige Edition: Hardcover Offered by KaltenburgHoldings Price: $9.10 87 used & new from $0.25 Coming Across This Book Was Heaven sent, November 16, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Letitia Baldrige's Complete Guide to a Great Social Life (Hardcover)I confess that I unexpectedly came across this unique book of Letitia Baldridge’s Complete Guide To A Great Social Life by Letitia Baldridge through rather mysterious and spontaneous circumstances via Amazon. However, I am glad that I did and I felt that coming across this book was perfect timing for me as even my loving husband has been rooting for me to cultivate and develop my social life for quite some time and I felt that this book was one of the spiritual answers to my prayers. I say this with only good intent of other well meaning sources I have came across in building the social life arena yet some are only tailored to certain people in particular professional andor social capacities. 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Comment | Permalink Meaning Of Life Price: $7.99 Perfect For Eclectic Music Listeners, November 23, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Meaning Of Life (MP3 Music)I first became interested in Kelly Clarkson’s music around 2004 when I was stationed in California through the navy with the Breakaway song. One of the other songs that I greatly enjoy by her is the Catch My Breath song. In the Meaning of Life Collection Kelly Clarkson creates a memorable blend of soul and dance pop songs with such melodies as Move You, Love So Soft, Heat etc. This is one of the collections where I would keep an open mind to listen to every song in this collection that is released as a video on youtube because of the creativity and heartfelt energy in the Meaning of Life. Comment | Permalink Red Pill Blues (Deluxe) [Explicit] Price: $11.49 2017 Maroon 5, November 23, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Red Pill Blues (Deluxe) [Explicit] (MP3 Music)This music compilation of Red Pill Blues (Deluxe) by Maroon 5 contains some music that follows the musical quirkiness of What Lovers Do feat. SZA. I first became interested in Maroon 5 around 2004 with their Sunday morning song and one of the elements that draws me to their music is their inclusion of love songs. Comment | Permalink Public Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 MasterChef Junior Cookbook: Bold Recipes and Essential Techniques to Inspire Young Cooks by MasterChef Junior Edition: Paperback Price: $9.99 72 used & new from $5.88 Versatile Recipes, November 23, 2017 This review is from: MasterChef Junior Cookbook: Bold Recipes and Essential Techniques to Inspire Young Cooks (Paperback)I confess that I obtained this Masterchef Junior Cookbook; Bold Recipes and Essential Techniques by Masterchef Junior and Christina Tosi (foreward) to Inspire Young Cooks at a university bookstore that is around one mile from my University of Maryland College Park employment. One of the reasons that this book intrigued me was because I figured that if a young kid can learn many of these recipes then there is little excuse for me to try out some of the recipes listed in this colorful book. I definitely intend to eventually purchase the kindlebook version of this book as some of the following recipes and information are contained within this Masterchef Junior book; broiled salmon with coconut sauce and avocado puree (page 50), Seared Scallops with jalapeno poblano salsa (page 75), Green Papaya and Bell Pepper Salad (page 177), and more. Comment | Permalink Come Fly With Us! A Global History of the Airline Hostess.: Tenth Anniversary Edition. Price: $3.99 Fascinating Glimpse Into Flight Attendant History, November 23, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Come Fly With Us! A Global History of the Airline Hostess.: Tenth Anniversary Edition. (Kindle Edition)I admit that I have to credit finding a paperback version of Come Fly With US at a university bookstore less than 1 mile from my University of Maryland College Park food service job, which in turn indirectly influenced me to purchase an Amazon kindlebook version of Come Fly With Us! A Global History of the Airline Hostess; Tenth Anniversary Edition by Johanna Omelia and Michael Waldock which includes some of the following details; a picture of Ellen Church part of eight women who were registered nurses and were part of United’s Original Eight the world’s first stewardesses (courtesy of United Airlines Archives),publicity airline shots, a picture of six hostesses hired in New Zealand year 1946,a behind the scenes look at a Reykjavik based Iceland Air Crew, and more. Comment | Permalink Food Network Magazine One Pan Dinners 2017 by Various Edition: Single Issue Magazine Offered by Lynns Things Price: $7.77 4 used & new from $5.00 Variety of Food Recipes, November 23, 2017 This review is from: Food Network Magazine One Pan Dinners 2017 (Single Issue Magazine)This magazine edition of Food Network Magazine One Pan Dinners 2017 has a wide range of various food recipes such as; cauliflower cheddar soup page 30, spiced pork chops with braised greens page 51, Fish and Seafood section starts on page 73, and much more. Comment | Permalink Used Car Buying Guide by Consumer Reports Edition: Paperback 4 used & new from $19.95 Abundant Details, November 23, 2017 This review is from: Used Car Buying Guide (Paperback)I admit that this edition of Consumer Reports Used Car Buying Guide 2017 caught my attention due to my intent to purchase a completely paid for car by the January 1, 2021 or sooner. Some of the various features in this informative magazine; starts on page 49 obtaining a lemon-free car, Consumer Reports Used-Car Directory starts on page 97, pictures of a Nissan Pathfinder and Nissan Quest as well as accompanying info, and much more. Comment | Permalink OGX Extra Creamy + Coconut Miracle Oil Ultra Moisture Lotion, 19.5 Ounce Price: $7.41 8 used & new from $6.67 Pleasant Simultaneous Benefits, November 23, 2017 This review is from: OGX Extra Creamy + Coconut Miracle Oil Ultra Moisture Lotion, 19.5 Ounce (Health and Beauty)This 19.5 ounce bottle of OGX Extra Creamy Coconut Miracle Oil Ultra Moisture lotion has a very pleasant coconut fragrance. I also like that this lotion serves as a perfect moisturizer for my hair in addition for being good for moisturizing my skin. This is important to me because I like getting lotions that are dual moisturizers for both skin and hair at an affordable price. Comment | Permalink African Pride Miracle Deep Conditioning Relaxer System Super 15 used & new from $4.19 A Strong Relaxer That Works, November 23, 2017 This review is from: African Pride Miracle Deep Conditioning Relaxer System Super (Misc.)I confess that I have been chemically relaxing my hair inside of my apartment at least every six to around 8 months since around November 2013 as this allows me to both save money and to be empowered to know how to chemically relax my hair through my own efforts. I am also fortunate to have been aware even before that time period that relaxing my hair through purchasing the kits is possible because my late adoptive mother use to chemically relax my hair and that of at least two of my younger family members around the 90s when I was a teenager (which was a big deal to me that even a novice of hair styling could relax their own hair because my late adoptive mother knew only a limited amount of info about ethnic hair because she herself had straight hair stemming from her Caucasian heritage ). I am sharing this info not to dub myself an at home hair relaxer guru more as rather to imply that it is possible to relax your own hair from store bought relaxers safely even if you came from a background where you may have had to figure out through trial and error how to style your hair in case anyone taking the time looking at this review wants to understand if a novice to at home hair relaxing can use this kit. With that out of the way, I purchased two boxes of African Pride Olive Miracle Deep Conditioning Relaxer (labeled System Super on Amazon). I have coarse but strong naturally curly type 3b hair that fortunately can tolerate/withstand chemical relaxers but is more sensitive with lightening my hair (coloring my hair dark brown is ok but it is kinder to my hair if I avoid trying to color it blonde). Anyone reading this wondering about their own hair type can visit a website such as naturallycurlydotcom to assess their curly hair type. With that out of the way, I must admit that I had to purchase two kits because the thickness and length of my hair necessitated two kits and fortunately I had 12.5 ounces of VO5 Sun kissed Raspberry Shampoo and Suave 28 ounce Almond and Shea butter conditioner as each relaxing kit only has a limited amount of neutralizing shampoo and herbal infusion conditioner in the relaxing kit. For this reason, I would gently recommend having a backup shampoo and conditioner that is at least an 8 ounce bottle or more even if you may require just one relaxer kit. Also try to have some backup plastic/disposable gloves if possible as the gloves included in the kit could be made more durable. On a positive note, the relaxer itself is a quick and fast mix of liquid activator numbered 2b and no-lye crème relaxer numbered 3 that does relax the hair quickly as noted in the instruction sheet, the minimum time to leave the relaxer hair mixture ranges from 13 minutes for fine hair, 18 minutes for medium hair, and 20 minutes for coarse hair. Comment | Permalink The Hitman's Bodyguard DVD Price: $14.99 Redbox Rental, November 23, 2017 This review is from: The Hitman's Bodyguard (Amazon Video)I admit that I became intrigued to eventually see this film The Hitman’s Bodyguard after my husband expressed his interest in wanting to see it as he admires the Ryan Reynold’s acting. I can understand the appeal as I seen a Deadpool film with my husband featuring Ryan Reynolds yet I admit that I also agreed with my husband about seeing this film when I noticed that Samuel Jackson was going to be featured in the film as I had recently seen this year some terrific acting that Jackson performed in the Pulp Fiction and the Cleaner films. I saw my chance to rent this film less than 48 hours later after my husband and I agreed to see The Hitman’s Bodyguard. Ryan Reynolds plays the role of Michael Bryce who ends up becoming involved in a job assignment orchestrated by Amelia Roussell (Elodie Yung) involving Darius Kincaid (Samuel L. Jackson). Bryce is at first understandably hesitant yet takes the job offer involving Darius Kincaid to help make a comeback in his career life. Pretty soon, Bryce figures out very well why Rousell asked for his help involving Kincaid especially by the time he finds out about Darius Kincaid’s wife (Samuel Hayek). Michael Bryce also eventually discovers that part of the reason why he has been asked to work with Darius Kincaid has to do with some history involving Vladislav Dukhovich (Gary Oldman). However, on a positive note, both Jackson and Reynolds give powerful acting performances as men who come together despite obviously having very different reasons for why one is working with the other. Comment | Permalink 50 Great Songs from the Last 10 Years Price: $0.00 Entertaining Set of Diverse Music, November 23, 2017 This review is from: 50 Great Songs from the Last 10 Years (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of 50 Great Songs from the Last 10 Years has a multiple range of brilliant songs such as; Shakek it Off by Taylor Swift,I’m Yours by Jason Mraz, Earned It by the Weeknd,Get Lucky by Daft Punk Pharrell Williams Nile Rodgers,Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke T.I. Pharrell Williams, SuperBass by Nicki Minaj, Take Me To Church by Hozier, and more. Comment | Permalink Coldplay and More Price: $0.00 Shining Music Playlist, November 23, 2017 This review is from: Coldplay and More (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of Coldplay and More has an uplifting mix of songs such as; Adventure of a Lifetime by Coldplay,A Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay, Adventure of a Lifetime by Coldplay, Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol, Paradise by Coldplay, How To Save a Life by the Fray, She Will Be Loved by Maroon 5 and more. Comment | Permalink 100 Greatest Soft Rock Songs Price: $0.00 Dazzling Rock Music Playlist, November 23, 2017 This review is from: 100 Greatest Soft Rock Songs (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist contains some classic and blissful andor classic/creative rock songs such as: Baby I Love Your Way by Peter Frampton, A Horse With No Name by America, Sailing by Christopher Cross, Maggie May by Rod Stewart, I Want to Know What Love is by Foreigner, Field of Gold by Sting, Take it Easy by the Eagles, and more. 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Public Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 50 Great '90s Dance Songs Price: $0.00 Many Classic Dance Tunes I Remember First Hearing As a 1990s Teenager, November 25, 2017 This review is from: 50 Great '90s Dance Songs (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of 50 Great ‘90s Dance Songs contains a fantastic mix of diverse artists/musicians in this set. I remember first getting a chance to listen to one of these songs as early as the time I was around 9/ 10 years old (the song Vogue by Madonna) and other songs throughout my teenage years through local radio andor television during the 1990s with other riveting tunes such as; The Rhythm of the Night by Corona, 100% Pure Love by Crystal Waters, Beautiful Life by Ace of Base, More and More by Captain Hollywood, Waiting for Tonight by Jennifer Lopez, Girls and Boys by Blur, Ray of Light by Madonna, Children by Robert Miles, I’m a Dreamer by Livin Joy, 3 AM Eternal by KLF, Enjoy the Silence by Depeche Mode, Around the World by Daft Punk, Run Away by the Real McCoy, Push the Feeling On by Nightcrawlers, Rhythm Is A Dance by Snap, Big-Time Sensuality by Bjork, Gonna Make You Sweet by C+C Music Factory,and more. Comment | Permalink Thank You for Smoking DVD Price: $2.99 Gifted In His Job However…, November 25, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Thank You for Smoking (Amazon Video)This film Thank You For Smoking involves the character of Nick Naylor (Aaron Eckhart) being highly gifted/talented in his job as a public relations professional. The caveat is that Nick Naylor is involved in an industry where many people are affected one way or another by the type of work he represents. Maria Bello, Katie Holmes, Cameron Bright, David Koechner,Robert Duval, Rob Lowe,J.K. Simmons,William Macy, Sam Elliott, Dennis Miller, and more actors/actresses make appearances in this film. Pop culture references are obviously also made in the film such as pertaining to the Washington Post, Vermont Cheddar, apple pie with cheddar, the Marlboro Man, etc. The film itself is set in the Washington D.C. area. Comment | Permalink SOUTHERN LIVING Fall Entertaining: 185 Recipes & Ideas To Celebrate The South's Best Season by The Editors Of Southern Living Edition: Paperback Price: $12.99 7 used & new from $5.00 Maverick Recipes, November 25, 2017 This review is from: SOUTHERN LIVING Fall Entertaining: 185 Recipes & Ideas To Celebrate The South's Best Season (Paperback)This Magazine Southern Living Fall Entertaining; 185 Recipes & Ideas To Celebrate the South’s Best Season has a wide range of recipes in the magazine such as; Grilled Italian Spareribs (page 33), Spaghetti with Shrimp and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (page 33), Berry Swirl Gelato Cake (page 33), Shrimp Boil With Green Olives and Lemon (page 53), Classic Cocktail Sauce (page 53), Sweet Potato-Ginger Scones (page 87), Sweet Potato Bread with Buttermilk-Lime Icing (page 87), and more. Comment | Permalink Beyond the Veil to Heaven: Inexplicable Manifestations and Signs from a Woman's Transition to Heaven While Maintaining Earthly Life Connections Price: $3.99 Similar To Earth Life Memoir Except…, November 25, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Beyond the Veil to Heaven: Inexplicable Manifestations and Signs from a Woman's Transition to Heaven While Maintaining Earthly Life Connections (Kindle Edition)I preface this review by making it clear that my interest in these type of books are separate from my intent and preference to ideally live until I am at least 85 years or older if that is part of my spiritual life purpose. This kindlebook of Beyond the Veil to Heaven; Inexplicable Manifestations and Signs From A Woman’s Transition to Heaven While Maintaining Earthly Life Connections by Ward Edward Barcafer Jr. caught my attention as both a woman who is highly interested in afterlife communication books and as a writer keeping an open mind to various points of view involving the afterlife. I am married to an amazing husband and so naturally I was sympathetic to the author’s situation from the get-go because the intense and immense amount of romantic love that he has for his late wife clearly shone through his writings. Additionally, I did get a feeling that Barcafer Jr. was actually communicating to his wife by the way she simply admitted that she is still learning whether there is reincarnation and her controversial view that many souls residing on earth might unintentionally mix up past life experiences with hypnosis experiences. Even more controversial, his late wife admits that her life is almost similar to the type of life and environment that she had on earth except with the admission of worry-free concerns that would have an effect on a human body and a more idyllic peaceful type of environment. The author Barcafer Jr. also gets information that his late wife lives in a type of home in her celestial life that allows for privacy and certain forms or learning unique to the world she resides in. The author even generously includes a list of resources at the end of the kindlebook. The only reason why I reluctantly rate this kindlebook 3 stars is because I was hoping that there would be more details regarding the type of life that he senses his late wife is currently living even if he would have had to more frequently consult other open-minded people maybe other mediums andor psychics experienced in afterlife communications. In all fairness to the author, there were some details regarding where his late wife is residing and some of the activities that she is involved in, I just wish that more details would have been included. Aside from that caveat, I hope that Barcafer Jr. keeps on writing as some of the writings in his kindlebook came from an intuitive heart that was open to share with the world/general public perspectives on heaven/afterlife in a encouraging manner despite the risk andor awareness of public judgment. I would still keep an open mind to possibly being on the lookout for any of his future writings because of the intuitive heart factor in his writings regarding his late wife and the awareness that there are other people who are going to be still interested in what he has to say, I’m guessing some of these people may be those who have had similar experiences as the author. Comment | Permalink

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Public Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 Three Stars DVD Price: $7.99 The Power of Michelin, November 26, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Three Stars (Amazon Video)This documentary that is titled Three Stars has an abundant amount of information contained in what is an hour and and approximately thirty three minute documentary that contains among the following details/people included; Jan Van Lissum Former Michelin Tester Gault Millau Netherlands, Alzinger wine, Benjamin de Buck Sommelier Oud Sluis his parents were bakers, Joel Robuchon is connected with a restaurant that has among the highest Michelin stars in the world and his Vegas restaurant became more packed after the 3 star rating, Basque cuisine, Arzak Restaurant has been a family operated business since 1897, Giovanna Santinia Dal Pescatore, Nadia Santini and her grandmother worked together at Dal Pescatore and with her son Giovanni made three generators, Antonio Santini is also affiliated with Dal Pescatore and married to Nadia Santini/they met at when in a political science class, at the time of the documentary only 6 of the 71 3 star Michelin chefs were women, Sven Elverfeld Aqua Wolfsburg Ritz Carlton, Canneto Sull Oglio Lombardy, Oliver Roellinger got his first Michelin star in 1984 one of the years that his daughter was born and he was awarded a 3rd Michelin star by 2006, at the time the documentary was aired Tokyo Japan had among the highest number of businesses in the world with 227 Michelin stars, in 2009 a Michelin Guide for Tokyo was created including restaurants hotels that sold 120,000 copies in the first 24 hours and then 300,000 copies in five weeks, Michelin guides for Hong Kong Macao Kyoto and Tokyo were created, New Michelin guides were also developed for San Francisco Los Angeles New York and Las Vegas during that time, Hideki Ishikawa of Ishikawa in Tokyo Japan, Juan Mari Arzak Arzak San Sebastian, Yannick Alleno of Le Meunice Paris, Rene Redzepi Noma Copenhagen, Jean Georges Vongerichten, Jean Georges Trump Tower New York City, Sergio Herman Oud Sluis Netherlands, Jean Luc Naret Director Guide Michelin. Comment | Permalink PIZZA RECIPES: Cheesy,Crispy & Healthy Recipes Price: $2.99 Good Range of Pizza Recipes For Currently Being A Free Kindlebook, November 26, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: PIZZA RECIPES: Cheesy,Crispy & Healthy Recipes (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of Pizza Recipes; Cheesy, Crispy, and Healthy Recipes by Lawar Goldsmith contained some quality ideas for being a currently free kindlebook such as; Chicken Marguerites Tostada Grilled Pizzas, Hot Pizza Dip,Pepperoni Pizza Dip, French Bread Pizza, Spinach Garlic Pizza, and more. Comment | Permalink Happy Pop Price: $0.00 Feel Good Music Playlist From Amazon, November 26, 2017 This review is from: Happy Pop (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of Happy Pop has a wide range of diverse songs from various music genres (pop, dance, electronic, club etc.) that definitely are terrific mood boosters and the original times I remember first hearing the songs such as; Happy by Pharrell Williams (I first heard in early 2014 via online), You Make My Dreams Come True by Hall and Oates (around 2001 via a Hall and Oates music collection when I was stationed in Yokosuka Japan) Just Dance by Lady Gaga (I first heard around the spring of 2008 in Norfolk Virginia via online radio and local radio), Best Day of My Life by American Authors (first heard in early 2014 online and local radio), Good Life by One Republic (first heard around Autumn 2011 via either online andor local radio), Girls Just Want to Have Fun by Cindy Lauper (around the 80s via local radio), One More Time by Daft Punk (I first heard either around 2001/2002 in Yokosuka Japan either through someone else playing the song andor a music compilation),Let’s Get it Started by the Black Eyed Peas (around 2004 when I was living in California), Love On Top by Beyonce (autumn 2011 through Beyonce’s music collection that contains this song and online radio I think maybe youtube), Heartbeat by Kelly Clarkson (via local radio and online late 2015), Scream and Shout by Will.iam and Britney Spears (2012), I’m So Excited by the Pointer Sisters (local radio as a teenager during the 90s), Emotions by Mariah Carey (first heard as a pre-teen/teenager during the 1990s via local radio and tv),Don't Stop Believin by Journey, We Found Love by Rihanna and Calvin Harris (I first heard during autumn season 2011 via both online radio and local radio), and many more fun/thrilling songs on this Amazon music playlist of Happy Pop. I also intend to keep this exciting Amazon music playlist of Happy Pop both to keep track of both my present and future music interests and for potential writing ideas as an aspiring writer/author. Comment | Permalink Nu-Metal Super Set Price: $0.00 Powerful Rock Music Mix, November 26, 2017 This review is from: Nu-Metal Super Set (MP3 Music)I admit that I have am previously familiar with a multiple number of these rock songs from the Amazon music playlist of Nu-Metal Super Set because I have had a chance to have originally listen to many of these songs either as a teenager of the 1990s andor in my 20s during the early 2000s. Yes I am aware I am showing my age yet oh well. The following is a sampler of some of the magnificent hard rock andor metal songs in this music playlist and my admission andor source of when I first/originally had the chance to hear them; Duality by Slipknot (2004 via online radio and California local radio around the Coronado San Diego California area), Chop Suey by System of a Down (local radio near the Mayport Florida Naval base and online radio around 2005), Rollin by Limp Bizkit (either around 2001/2002 in Yokosuka Japan during one of my work shifts), When Worlds Collide by Powerman 5000 (around 1999/early 2000 via local radio and television in Calumet City Illinois), Push It by Static X (around 1999/early 2000 via local radio and television in Calumet City Illinois), Getting Away With Murder by Papa Roach (either around 2004 via San Diego California local radio andor online radio andor local radio andor online radio around the Mayport Naval Base area), Pardon Me by Incubus (early 2000 via local radio and television in Calumet City Illinois), Bother by Stone Sour (via local radio around the Mayport Naval Base area andor online radio around 2006), Youth of the Nation by P.O.D. (around 2002 via I think was a various artist compilation cd when I was stationed in Yokosuka Japan through the U.S. Navy), Butterfly by Crazytown (either around 2002 when I was stationed in Yokosuka Japan or during my time of being stationed on the North Island Naval Base in Coronado California), Diary of Jane by Breaking Benjamin (around 2006 via local radio around the Mayport Florida Naval Base area). Of course, there are also more compelling rock songs in this Amazon music playlist that is Nu-Metal Super Set. One of my reasons that I confess to collecting and keeping this type of music playlist is to both archive some of my past musical interests for both present and future reference and also as some potential music ideas to keep in mind as a writer/author for a story I intend to complete by the early quarter of 2018 (April 2 2018)andor sooner. Comment | Permalink

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My husband and I fortunately had a chance to visit the National Archives and Records Administration museum in Washington D.C. on Wednesday November 8 2017. This free museum is very much worth a visit yet a person must keep in mind that they may have to be prepared to write if they want remnants of a visit from here as taking photos at this museum are a no-no. The employees were interacted with were friendly. Some of the following compelling details from our visit at National Archives museum in Washington D.C.: 1297 Magna Carta Exhibit, Documenting the Immigrant Community, Winning the Vote Exhibit Beyond the Vote Exhibit, Are You In the Archives Exhibit with such case studies as my grandfather worked for the federal government for 40 years, my grandfather served aboard a U.S. battleship in World War II, My great grandfather traveled abroad extensively etc, American Indian Treaties Exhibit, Freedmen's Bureau Project Virginia, First Familes Growing Up, United States Navy Logbook exhibit, a picture of Egyptian President Anwar Sadat President Jimmy Carter and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem begin a meeting at Camp David on September 7 1978 from the National Archives of the Jimmy Carter Library, listing of President John F. Kennedy Secretary of State Dean Rush and Secretary of Defense Robert S McNamara White House Washington DC 1962, President Dwight D Eisenhower and Secretary of State John Foster Dulles White House Washington DC August 14 1956, Continental Expansion Exhibit, Map Portrait of the States such as the feature on Virginia, and much more in the National Archives Museum of Washington D.C..

My husband and I went to Texas De Brazil Wednesday November 8 2017 as a special occasion dinner for my birthday. The food is extremely appetizing and fills you pretty fast. Some of the foods my husband and I ate during the visit; special type of bread that comes from the servers (I think that it is the Brazilian Cheese bread on the online menu), I tried some sweet fried bananas and I think my husband had some type of potatoes. There is an unlimited salad bar offered with the meats that offers various cheeses, and seafood such as cold salmon that is tasty and sauces. The servers give you time to eat from the salad bar first before coming out with the meats if you prefer especially because of the circular placeholders you get to let the meat carriers know if you want more meat or if you are full for now (green side up gives them a signal you are ready to have more meats and the red side up lets the meat servers know that you are full andor finished with having more meat for the time being). What I also liked from the last visit was the fact that the most recent visit from my husband and I was our most recent visit since our last visit to Texas De Brazil in February 2017 and both the customer service and food were elegant. An additional positive is that I obtained a complimentary dessert for my birthday that I had the option with sharing with my husband. I was generously given my choice of multiple desserts and went with a scrumptious bananas foster dessert cake.

My husband and I ate at this D.P. Dough location in College Park Maryland this past Wednesday November 22, 2017 and the employee taking our order had a pleasant personality. Both my husband and I felt our food was delicious. My husband chose an Twilight Calzone that comes with mozzarella, sausage, and Italian sauces. I chose an Italian zone that comes with pepperoni, ham, salami, ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan with a cookies n cream and cheesecake Ben n Jerry's icecream pint. We shared part of our calzones with each other in order to try a partial amount of both calzones. The only caveat is that D.P. Dough in College Park Maryland does not have a sit down location which necessitates planning to pick a time to try the food when you are in the mood for carryout/pick-up type of food.

My husband and I just ate at this Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant in College Park Maryland this past Friday November 24 2017. The employees handling our food were cordial. My husband chose sofritas tacos with guacamole and enjoyed his tacos with a small soda. As for me, I chose to get a rootbeer, and a Barbacoa bowl with guacamole and a side of queso that was tasty. On an additional positive note, the helping of the Barbacoa bowl was so generous that I saved the leftovers to had on Saturday and still had some leftover to eat for a third day (that I currently have in the refrigerator to eat for either today or Tuesday).

Around Saturday November 18 2017 my husband and I wanted to get some food to eat before grocery shopping at the Costco in the Wheaton mall in Wheaton Maryland in order to eat something before grocery shopping. We were thinking about eating at the Costco Food Court. However, my husband recommended that we eat at the main mall food court together prior to grocery shopping at Costco because he told me that he noticed that the seating became extremely crowded in the Costco eating area before we both agreed to eat at the main food court in Westfield Wheaton mall. I would pinpoint the timeframe to have been somewhere between approximately 11 am/ 1130 am to 1pm. My husband preferred to try Charlie's Steak. I decided to take a chance on eating at Ruby Thai Kitchen after trying one of the free samples of I think was some chicken that a cheerful employee was giving out to the general public for free samples. I found the food that I selected tasty as I chose some Lemon Pepper chicken, mango chicken, Bangkok shrimp with some noodles and a drink. The serving of food was a very generous portion and the customer service I got was fantastic.

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Public Reviews Written by You Show: Most recent reviews Most recent comments Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11-20 Mission Washington, D.C.: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) Price: $3.99 If You Like Museums…., November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Mission Washington, D.C.: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) (Kindle Edition)As even an amateur reviewer with a passion for writing, I completely understand that I am completely outside of the target audience for this kindlebook of Mission Washington DC; A Scavenger Hunt Adventure (Travel Book For Kids) by Catherine Aragon yet I am aware of people in my life with kids who might enjoy this kindlebook. More or less, my husband and I enjoy living in the Washington D.C. area and I was curious to see some of the Washington D.C. area landmarks in this kindlebook that included among the following; photo of the Capital building, reference to military unmanned aerial vehicles in the Air & Space Museum,picture of William Shakespeare from the National Archives, image from the Museum of American History,picture of Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers From the Wizard of Oz,picture of Michelle Obama’s 2009 Inaugural Gown, and more. There is also a creative fiction reference to the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) with the reference of the SIA. Comment | Permalink Disney Dining Plan 2018: Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World Price: $0.99 Disney Meal Options, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Disney Dining Plan 2018: Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of the Disney Dining Plan 2018; Tips and Tricks for Making the Most of the Dining Plans at Walt Disney World by Leah Crocker Althiser contains a vast variety of meal ideas for a prospective visitor. The author also explains that she is crafting the guide more as a labor of love compensation free for the meal plan ideas that she gives which includes among the following; some of the most popular restaurants such as Be Our Guest (Magic Kingdom), Cinderella’s Royal Table (Magic Kingdom), Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort), Ohana (Polynesian Resort), Disney Plan 2017 Prices,Disney Dining Plan 2018 Prices,kids under three eating free at certain restaurants,a resort refillable mug, a photo of a quick service entrée at Columbia Harbor House Magic Kingdom,a picture of a buffett meal at Grand Floridian Resort,French fries with pulled pork and cheese at Flame Tree Barbecue in Animal Kingdom, dessert sampler at Epcot Food & Wine Festival ribs at Flame Tree Barbecue Animal Kingdom, and more. Comment | Permalink Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 Offered by Random House LLC Price: $6.99 More Than How She Seems Initially, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta: Lunch Lady #3 by Jarrett J. Krosoczka touches upon the mysterious circumstances that occur around a certain author that keeps a certain mystery about him. This seems innocent enough except the author is distant with most of the kids at the beginning of the story and unusually inquisitive with a gym coach who he seemed to know about even before the gym coach introduces himself. I also like this story because the writing is done in a strong way early on to help understand Lunch Lady’s motivations for creating an introduction with the author who visits the school. Comment | Permalink Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer Offered by Random House LLC Price: $15.99 Candid Michelle Obama, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer (Kindle Edition)Chasing Light: Michelle Obama Through the Lens of a White House Photographer by Amanda Lucidon touches on multiple pivotal moments photography speaking during Michelle Obama’s First Lady years. The author of this kindlebook adds a multi-dimensional touch to her photography career via admitting how she became a photographer some time after she relocated to the Washington D.C. area (including a fascinating story on how her late father somehow partially knew how her career was going to progress even before she was certain of the outcome). I also like that there is a balanced mix of photos featuring various education based moments such as a CNN interview she was a part of for what is listed to be the Let Girls Learn initiative and overseas trips (such as the photo of Michelle Obama with her daughters Sashia and Malia as they visited the Great Wall of China in March 2014). Comment | Permalink Obama: An Intimate Portrait Offered by Hachette Book Group Price: $19.99 Presidential Career Progression, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Obama: An Intimate Portrait (Kindle Edition)This kindlebook of Obama; An Intimate Portrait by Pete Souza includes a foreword by former President Obama. Pete Souza, the author of An Intimate Portraits, admits that his intent was to capture as many moments as possible garnering part of his inspiration from Yoichi Okamoto who photographed Lyndon B Johnson. Some of the multiple photos featured in affiliation with former President Obama’s time in office; Toasting Queen Elizabeth II during a dinner in her honor in London May 25 2011,Greeting kids at a day care center in Bethesda Maryland, Sasha’s tenth birthday party at Camp David Maryland June 2011,Attending the Army Navy Football game in Landover Maryland December 10 2011,A basketball clinic with Malia and Sasha March 30 2012, holding court with European leaders at Camp David during the summit May 19 2012,embracing his wife Michelle Obama during a basketball game at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C. July 14 2012,A surprise visit from Malia on her return home from summer camp August 16 2012,with chief of staff Jack Lew aboard Air Force One,A briefing with FBI Director Robert Mueller and other officials on April 16 2013,posing with a boy who had went to sleep during a Father’s Day Ice Cream Social June 14, 2013, with former Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and George W Bush before the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in Dallas April 25 2013,with other leaders before a working dinner at the G8 summit in Northern Ireland June 17 2013,leaving Berlin Germany June 19 2013,returning to the White House from Taylor Gourmet, a D.C. Sandwich Shop October 2013, Air Force One in Seattle November 2013, helping former First Lady Michelle Obama off the stage after she thanked the White House chefs during the state dinner for President Francois Hollande of France February 11 2014, Greeting the 14th Dalai Lama February 21 2014, with then Secretary of State John Kerry and then Vice President Joe Biden discussing negotiations March 12 2014, pictured with Ella Rhodes daughter of Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes June 4 2015, consoling then Vice President Joe Biden after delivering a eulogy in memory of Beau Biden, Dancing with Sasha as late musician Prince performs a party in the East Room, At the dedication of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, flexing muscles with Walker Earnest, son of press secretary Josh Earnest on Halloween October 31 2016, reading at the Resolute Desk October 14 2016, Boarding Air Force One after campaigning for Hillary Clinton November 4 2016, receiving early exit poll date from political director David Simas November 8 2016, and much more photos. Comment | Permalink Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent DVD Price: $12.99 Informative and Juicy Documentary, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent (Amazon Video)I admit that I have to credit footage that I spotted via the CNN news channel for giving me the idea to purchase and watch this documentary Jeremiah The Last Magnificent and the following are some of multiple fascinating details in this documentary; names interviewed andor reference range across the following; Doyle Moon, Samantha Talbott reservations manager, Jim Caiola owner Tavern on the Green, New York Times article by Florence Fabricant, Jerry Matters former patron of Stars restaurant, Run DMC Beastie Boys some of the patrons of Stars restaurant, California earthquake that shook up Jeremiah Tower’s restaurant ownership career, Mark Greensill former pianist Stars restaurant, socialite Denise Hale, footage of Julia Childs, Marc Franz former chef at Stars restaurant, Steve Ells former cook at Stars and founder CEO Chipotle Grill, Tony Angotti former General manager Stars, Steve Vranian former cook Stars, Alice Waters owner restaurateur Chez Panisse restaurant, Jean Pierre Moulle Former Chef de Cuisine Chez Panisse, The Alice B Toklas cookbook, Andrew Friedman Food Writer Journalist, Cathy Simon Harvard College Friend, Sharon Baron Former Waitress Chez Panisse assistant to Jeremiah Tower Stars, Michael Palmer Harvard College Friend, Peter Tower nephew, Alexandra Tower Ewes niece, Greg Cowery friend, Wolfgang Puck chef/restaurateur, Ken Friedman restaurateur, Jonathan Waxman chef restaurateur, John Sanger Harvard College Friend, Regina Schrambling Former New York Times Food Writer, Anthony Bourdain author television personality, Ruth Reich author former editor-in-chief Gourmet magazine, Martha Stewart television personality, Mario Batali chef/restaurateur, James Villas former Food and Wine editor Town and Country magazine, Stephen Torres Director Roots of American Food Festival and a reference to California The Match that Lit the Revolution. Comment | Permalink Food Network November 2017 by Hearst Magazines Edition: Single Issue Magazine Offered by Hearst Magazines Price: $4.99 7 used & new from $4.99 A Variety of Thanksgiving Meal Ideas, November 12, 2017 This review is from: Food Network November 2017 (Single Issue Magazine)This Food Network November 2017 magazine issue is featured as the Big Thanksgiving Issue and includes among the following; magazine ad for Guy’s Big Project tv show for finding the next big food road show,Ginger-Cranberry Glazed Turkey, pumpkin bread pudding, certain cocktail drinks such as pear lemon martinis and spiced bourbon with red wine, mulled cranberry sauce, jellied cranberry cherry sauce, weeknight cooking skillet eggs with salsa verde, broccolini with citrus butter, mashed plantains, pear celery faro salad, and more. Comment | Permalink 50 Great '80s Songs Price: $0.00 Excellent Music Variety, November 12, 2017 This review is from: 50 Great '80s Songs (MP3 Music)This Amazon music playlist of 50 Great 80s songs has a diverse mix of 1980s era songs on this music playlist from elements of classic rock, pop, pop-dance etc. such as; Jump by Van Halen, Like a Virgin by Madonna, Listen to Your Heart by Roxette, How Soon is Now by the Smiths, Money for Nothing, Need You Tonight by INXS, Rock the Casbah by the Clash, Tina Turner, Simply Irresistible by Robert Palmer, Your Love by Outfield, Uptown Girl by Billy Joel, Every Breath You Take by the Police, So Emotional by Whitney Houston, Girls Just Want to Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper, Born in the USA by Bruce Springsteen, I Want to Know What Love is by Foreigner, Walk This Way by Run DMC feat. Aerosmith, She Drives Me Crazy by Fine Young Cannibals, Everybody Wants to Rule the World by Tears for Fears, Hungry Like the Wolf by Duran Duran, You Spin Me Round Like a Record by Dead or Alive, Sweet Dreams Are Made of This by the Eurythmics, What I Like About You by the Romantics, Rock You Like a Hurricane by the Scorpions, You Make My Dreams Come True by Hall and Oates and more. Comment | Permalink reputation Price: $12.97 12 used & new from $11.99 0 of 1 people found the following review helpful Taylor Swift Musically Unleashed, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: reputation (Audio CD)I admit that I got the chance to pre-order Taylor Swift’s Reputation cd music collection on October 20 2017. This decision was shaped by the fact that I first bought her Speak Now collection in 2010, then one of her Red music editions in 2012, and one of the Blank Space editions in 2014 and was pleased with the music on these collections. Fortunately, after listening to the Reputation cd I am glad to have preordered as I found listening to the whole cd to be worth it with some songs being super bold and could make for some very bold music stories andor discussions in the present andor future such as King of My Heart, Getaway Car, What You Want, Dress, Reputation, Call It What You Want, Don’t Blame Me,and New Year’s Day etc. However, as I am an eclectic music listener I am obviously going to keep an open mind to listening to andor watching a music video that is made available in connection to any of the songs on Reputation by Taylor Swift. However, it is important to have an open mind to listening to various music genres prior to obtaining this cd as a multiple number of the songs have some synth pop and hints of electronica on them (i.e. similar to the euphoria vibe of her Wildest Dreams song). Comment | Permalink Thor: Ragnarok (Theatrical Version) DVD Price: $14.99 Spiritual Themes In This Film, November 12, 2017 Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Thor: Ragnarok (Theatrical Version) (Amazon Video)I found this film Thor Ragnarock Theatrical version to be even better than both Thor films combined. Yes, I did enjoy both Thor films and my husband also enjoyed this Thor film with me. It was fortunately easy for me to convince him to see this Thor film for my birthday just 4 days ago and he helped explain some of the character additions to the Thor film. In addition to Chris Hemsworth, Idris Alba, and Tom Hiddleston there are various cameos and appearances from other actors/actresses for Thor Ragnarock; Cate Blanchett, Tessa Thompson, Mark Ruffalo,Benedict Cumberbatch, Anthony Hopkins, Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Jeff Goldblum etc. This film involves the character of Thor working with his brother Loki to control the destruction of Ragnarock.

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