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Watch DJ Earworm – United State of Pop 2009 – Mashup of Top 25 Billboard Hits on YouTube

Over the last few months, out of nowhere, un-related people have been telling me I look like Buddy from TLC’s show, Cake Boss. I think it’s a great show, no problem. But really, me and Cake Boss? It’s not even that I’m a huge fan of cake – I prefer real meals over dessert food any day.

Here’s a few random photos of us mixed together. Click it for larger version.

It’d be awesome if Buddy saw this – if you’re on Twitter, why not tweet him the link? (@cakebossbuddy)

While watching an episode of American TV show 60 Minutes, I couldn’t help notice President Obama’s comments on the recent financial situation and who is responsible for the “mess”.

Given how fast the huge banks and corporations seem to have recovered from this downturn, I can completely understand what Obama is thinking when says “The people on Wall Street still don’t get it.” Because really, there are still 10% of Americans unemployed (which is huge), yet the “people on Wall Street” (big banks, etc) are already back to making insane bonuses of $20 Million a year!

I was able to find the part in the interview where Obama expresses his biggest frustration and really exposes the situation. Here’s the 2-minute clip:

Obama’s main point here is that the banks are still “puzzled” about why people are angry with them. The US President explained simply, why everyone would be annoyed:

“Well, let’s see. You guys are drawing down $10, $20 million bonuses after America went through the worst economic year that it’s gone through in decades, and you guys caused the problem. And we’ve got ten percent unemployment. Why do you think people might be a little frustrated?”

You can watch the full interview on 60 Minutes from the CBS website here.

Students learn that democracy, at its heart and soul, is about people’s voices

By Daniel Francavilla
Toronto Star Global Voices

Imagine having no voice. No vote for a political party, no say in where your tax money is spent and no way of stopping daily injustice. Thankfully, Canada is a democratic country and citizens, including youth, have the power to effect positive change in their communities and beyond.

Local Democracy Week, which concluded November 27 in Toronto, addressed such issues as voter apathy and the disconnect between politics and everyday life. Ontario MPPs had the opportunity to invite students from a high school in their riding to take part in events hosted at Queen’s Park and Toronto City Hall, alongside special guests including Toronto Mayor David Miller and Craig Kielburger.

Read the Full Article Published on TheStar.com

Craig Kielburger and Daniel Francavilla at Local Democracy Week 2009 (Photo: Anastasia Tolias)