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Commentary: Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word

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Commentary: Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word

December 14, 2018,

By John Krull
TheStatehouseFile.com 

INDIANAPOLIS – The controversy regarding comedian Kevin Hart and the Oscars shows that two simple sentences can make a big difference.

The first sentence is: “I was wrong.”

The second is: “I’m sorry.”

Hart was supposed to host the Academy Awards. Some old tweets and comedy bits of his, though, became the subject of both attention and criticism.

Critics said the tweets and bits were homophobic.

They were right.

Hart’s jokes were homophobic.

The Oscars’ producers gave Hart a choice – apologize for the jibes or lose the hosting gig.

Hart opted to bow out rather than say he was sorry. He said he didn’t feel the need to apologize because he said he’d dealt with the issue before. But, when the controversy continued to mount, he finally, grudgingly, apologized.

It would have been so much simpler – so much kinder – for Hart to say from the first that he was sorry, that he’d made a mistake and that he’d learned from it.

Our society now is at a turning point. Old attitudes have come under indictment.

This is good.

Much of what we said or believed in the past wasn’t right.

Cruelty isn’t funny. Neither is bigotry or hate.

Coming to understand that, though, often takes time.

Like many guys my age, I passed my adolescence in a state of happy homophobia. Making jokes about gay people was a pastime for my high-school buddies and me.

We didn’t think much of it.

We thought we were making fun of something resembling fictional characters, like those in a comic strip. It never occurred to us that people we went to school with, people that we played sports with, people we hung out with, might be gay.

But they were.

Some of those folks are friends of mine to this day.

There’s only one word to describe how I feel when I think of things they heard me say when we were in high school together.

Ashamed.

But that’s appropriate. I should feel that way. I did and said things of which I should be ashamed.

And shame can be a great teacher.

The reality is no one makes it through life without doing things he or she regrets. Unless we’re determined to cling to ignorance, most of us learn things along the way, including when we have done others wrong.

When we do discover we’ve done something wrong, the decent among us want to atone for it.

A genuine apology is among the most humane and spiritual acts we can perform. Done right, an apology helps heal not just the person to whom wrong has been done but also the person who did the wrong.

The apology, though, must be real. No real apology contains the word “if” or “but.”

“If” suggests the person who has been harmed might be too sensitive and thus responsible in some way for the harm we have caused her or him. “But,” says there was some justification for hurting another person for no reason.

Both are abdications of personal and moral responsibility.

We human beings do horrible things to each other on a routine basis. Many cannot be undone because some wrongs just cannot be made right.

And we must live with that.

But acts of honest contrition can ease the pain, even if they do not heal the wound inflicted.

That’s what we are called to do now.

In this divided and often anguished world, in this divided and often anguished country, there’s a good way to start easing the anguish and bridging the divide.

That way begins with, “I was wrong.”

And continues with, “I’m sorry.”

FOOTNOTE: John Krull is director of Franklin College’s Pulliam School of Journalism, host of “No Limits” WFYI 90.1 Indianapolis and publisher of TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

The City-County Observer posted this article without bias or editing.

 

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ABA House Of Delegates To Reconsider Revised Bar Passage Standard

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Katie Stancombe for www.theindianalawyer.com

Accredited law schools could soon be operating under a revised bar passage standard if a proposal recently adopted by the Council of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar moves forward.

The council’s adopted proposal revises Standard 316 to require at least 75 percent of a law school’s graduates who sit for a bar examination to pass within two years of their graduation date. The ABA House of Delegates will consider the proposal at its Midyear Meeting on Jan. 28.

The current bar passage standard provides various options for demonstrating compliance with Standard 316, including an “ultimate” bar passage rate of 75 percent over the last five years. According to an ABA news release,  the council contends the current standard is “overly complicated” and that the proposed revisions “will better protect students and the public.”

A similar proposal was brought before the House of Delegates in February 2017 but was met with opposition and scrutiny. That measure was ultimately rejected.

In the months following the previous proposal’s rejection, the council collected school-by-school data on ultimate bar passage within two years of graduation for graduates of 2015, 2016 and 2017. It also collected more comprehensive data on first-time bar passage rates for recent graduates.

The absence of the revision’s impact on individual schools was a primary reason for the House’s non-concurrence in 2017, the ABA said.

The final decision over the accreditation standards rests with the council, which can move ahead with a change after the House considers it twice.

Managing Dry Winter Skin

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Managing Dry Winter Skin

Jamie Mull, MDDeaconess Clinic Dermatology12/11/2018

The arrival of winter usually signals the arrival of dry skin. Anyone can develop dry skin, but the cold climate of the winter months, accompanied by the dry heat indoors, can aggravate the condition. Also, those long, hot showers and baths that feel so good usually end up causing even more problems (more on that below).

As a dermatologist, I see more patients with itching related to dry skin than patients with a rash that itches. Unfortunately, dry skin often leads to having an “itch that rashes.” What I mean by that is dry skin will itch and cause a person to scratch. That scratching leads to a raised, irritated rash that itches and causes more scratching. It’s a vicious cycle.

What causes dry skin?
To help explain why dry skin occurs, it’s helpful to understand the outer skin. Your skin cells are like bricks, and the “mortar” between them is the natural lipid/oils that seal your skin, keeping it soft and supple. Dry skin is the result of these fatty substances being stripped away, allowing the moisture to evaporate. This is often the result of both genetic and environmental factors.

Environmental causes of dry skin:

  • Outside weather: Cold, dry air outside pulls moisture from our skin
  • Indoor heating: Central heat systems, wood burning stoves, space heaters and fireplaces all reduce humidity and dry your skin

Products and/or activities that cause dry skin:

  • Frequent/hot baths and showers break down your skin’s protective barrier, as does swimming, particularly in heavily-chlorinated pools. Additionally, heat exposure from hot water releases histamine in the skin, a chemical that induces itch.
  • Harsh soaps and shampoos can dry out skin
  • Some medications, such as topical treatments for acne, can dry skin

Medical conditions and other factors that can aggravate dry skin:

  • Diabetes and hypothyroidism can contribute to dry skin
  • Being an older adult is a risk factor for dry skin
  • Malnourishment in the elderly, or any age, can cause dry skin
  • Certain skin conditions such as chronic eczema, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis are worse in winter months

What to do about dry skin?

  • Moisturize your skin: Moisturizers work to seal your skin to keep water from escaping, but some products work better than others. Studies have shown expensive products are no more effective than less costly ones. In fact, more expensive products may contain more potential allergens. I recommend moisturizers that are fragrance-free and alcohol-free. They should feel thick and greasy to work well. (A product with 100% white petroleum jelly, like Vaseline, is one of the best options.) If you need less grease, consider any moisturizer thick enough to scoop out of a jar instead of one thin enough to pump out of a bottle. Ceramide-containing moisturizers may be of added benefit.
  • Moisturize after bathing: After you get out of the bath or shower, gently pat your skin dry with a towel. Doing this keeps moisture on the skin. You can immediately apply the thick moisturizer to help trap water on the surface of the cells, preventing the evaporation of water from the surface of your skin. If your skin is still dry despite moisturizing once per day after bathing, then increase the frequency of moisturizing to two or three times per day.
  • Bathe less frequently: In the winter, most of us don’t need to bathe as often, maybe only every-other-day. Between times, a sponge bath may be enough to be clean and hygienic. When taking a bath or shower, use warm (rather than hot) water. Avoid taking long baths or showers, keeping the length to 5-10 minutes on average. Use a gentle, fragrance-free soap/cleanser and water in the areas that become dirty (face, underarms, groin and genital area) while avoiding scrubbing or rubbing vigorously in other areas.
  • Check your soaps and detergents: Harsh deodorant and antibacterial soaps can be extra drying. Try using cleansing creams, mild soaps or body washes that are fragrance-free. Your skin should feel soft and smooth after cleansing – not tight and dry.
  • Protect your skin: When indoors, turn down the thermostat a bit. Less heat means less evaporation. You can also add moisture to the air with a humidifier (just be sure to keep it clean to ward off bacteria and mold). When you do dishes, use long gloves to protect your hands. If outside, cover as much skin as possible with natural fabrics such as cotton. Avoid wool which can be irritating to already sensitive skin.

When to see the doctor
If you have any of the following symptoms, consider a visit to your physician or dermatologist:

  • Your skin doesn’t improve after trying multiple treatments (moisturizing, changing soap, etc.)
  • Deep cracks or fissures develop which can open up and bleed, causing an infection
  • Dry skin is accompanied by redness, tenderness or swelling
  • Dryness and itching that interferes with sleeping – for yourself or your partner
  • You have open sores or infections from scratching
  • You have large areas of scaling or peeling skin

Hoping these tips help you have a more comfortable, itch-free winter.

FOOTNOTE: Retired Deaconess Clinic dermatologist Dr. Robert Martin contributed to this article

DEATH LIST REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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DEATH LIST WK 12-10-18 TO 12-14-18

ADOPT A PET

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JUST IN: COUNCILMAN ELPERS RESPONDS TO HIS FACEBOOK POSTS ABOUT DRAG QUEEN READING TO CHILDREN

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COUNCILMAN ELPERS RESPONDS TO HIS FACEBOOK POSTS ABOUT DRAG QUEEN READING TO CHILDREN
Dear Evansville Community,

I disagree with the event that the EVPL wants to sponsor.  I believe there are more suitable ways to teach diversity and tolerance that is related to the LGBTQ community.  I voiced my opinion in a non-threatening way without name calling or cursing.

However, others were so quick to spew “hate” and “intolerance” of my views.  I wish everyone could voice their beliefs and opinions without fear.  I don’t have evil in my heart.  I care about my community, and I only want what’s best for it.

Sincerely,

Justin Elpers

Evansville City Council 5th Ward

FOOTNOTE: Yesterday 5th Ward City Councilman Justin Elpers posted a comment on his Facebook concerning Evansville North Park Library allowing Drag Queens to participate in a story hour with children.  

We just received an e-mail from Mr. Elpers concerning his response to the people who strongly disagree with his statement on this issue.  We have been told around 1,200 people have responded to Mr. Elpers post so far concerning his opinion about the Evansville North Park Library allowing Drag Queens to participate in a story hour with children.  

The City-County Observer post, Mr. Elpers e-mail to us without editing or opinion.

Hennessy featured in MVC Scholar-Athlete Spotlight

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Junior swimmer Emma Hennessy is one of this week’s featured athletes in the MVC Scholar-Athlete Spotlight, presented by Enterprise Bank and Trust Company, Commissioner Doug Elgin announced today.

To qualify for the Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete Spotlight, student-athletes must carry a cumulative grade-point average of 3.20, completed at least one academic year at a Valley institution and must be at least a sophomore in academic standing.

Redshirt freshmen and first-year junior college transfers are not eligible. In addition to the academic qualifications, student-athletes are evaluated on their campus involvement and community service.

Hennessy carries a 4.00 GPA as an Athletic Training major as a junior on the Evansville women’s swimming and diving team. Last year, she ranked second on the team in the 50-yard and 100-yard freestyle at 23.83 and 52.73 respectively. On October 27th, Hennessy won the 50 yard freestyle against Little Rock, posting a time of 24.74.

Hennessy is also involved around the Evansville campus and community. She provided educational materials to children at WNIN Evansville Kids’ Fest as well as served as a Student Athletic Trainer for the Evansville Bosse High School football team. She is a member of the Evansville Athletic Training Club as well as the University’s Newman Club.

Early spree not enough as Aces fall at Dayton

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After getting off to a fast start, the University of Evansville women’s basketball team could not maintain its lead in a 69-30 loss to Dayton on the road Saturday evening in Dayton, Ohio.

Leading the way for Evansville were senior Kerri Gasper and freshman A’Niah Griffin, who each scored nine points on the night. Gasper tied a career-high in the contest, pulling down a game-best 12 boards including eight rebounds in the first half. For the Flyers, Jayla Scaife paced Dayton with 11 points, while Julia Chandler joined Scaife in double-figures with 10 points.
Taking a 2-0 lead before the jump ball due to a scorebook error by Dayton, the Purple Aces took the early advantage and pulled out to a 16-3 lead midway through the first quarter. Dayton responded to close the first period, going on an 11-0 run to cut Evansville’s lead to just two at the conclusion of the first. The Flyers’ run continued in the second quarter as Dayton moved in front, taking a 34-21 lead to the half.

Out of the break, Dayton increased its advantage to 28 at the end of the third quarter at 53-25. In the final stanza, the Flyers led by as many as 40 before ending the contest with the 69-30 win.

Evansville started the contest strong, shooting 5-11 (45.5%) from the field in the opening quarter, but concluded the game shooting 13.6% (6-44) from the field over the final three periods.

The Aces return to action in their final home game of 2018 as Evansville takes on Austin Peay on Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. inside Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

Aces rally falls short against Jacksonville State

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UE falls in first home game of the season

In a defensive standoff at the Ford Center, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team dropped a 55-50 decision to Jacksonville State on Saturday afternoon.

Evansville (5-5) shot 30.8% on the day while Jacksonville State (6-4) was slightly higher at 35.0%.

“I thought we got a lot of good looks at the basket, but we did not play the way we normally play with pace and moving the basketball,” Aces head coach Walter McCarty said.  “We were out of character tonight as far as our principles. We gave them too many easy baskets in transition; our team just was not who we usually are. Jacksonville State has really good talent and play tough.  They get after it and are really competitive.”

John Hall had another excellent day for UE, finishing with his third double-double of the season.  He scored 14 points and added a career-best 14 rebounds. The leading defensive rebounder in the Missouri Valley Conference added 12 more caroms on that end.  Shea Feehan tied Hall’s team high with 14 points while K.J. Riley added 11. Shamar Givance came off the bench and added seven important second-half points.

“We were not playing our tempo, we had 22 points in the first half.  That is not our game,” Riley exclaimed. “Coach preaches to us to have 80 possessions a game and we did not do that today.  We did a good job of coming back, which was a good positive to build on.”

The Gamecocks were led by Ty Hudson’s 14 points.  Christian Cunningham and Jason Burnell added double-doubles for JSU.  Cunningham finished with 13 points and 15 boards while Burnell added 12 tallies and 10 caroms.

Both squads shot under 34% in the first half with UE finishing at 25% and JSU checking in at 33.3%.  Shea Feehan sent the Aces off to a 5-0 start with two free throws and a triple in the opening minutes.  The Gamecocks responded with eight in a row including triples by Jason Burnell and Ty Hudson.

JSU pushed its lead to as many as 12 points at 23-11 with 6:14 left in the half.  Evansville cut into the deficit in the final two minutes thanks to an and-one by K.J. Riley, but a Gamecock three at the buzzer gave them a 30-22 lead at the half.  Playing a key role in the lead for Jacksonville State was turning eight offensive rebounds into 16 second chance points. Hall and Feehan combined to score 19 of UE’s 22 points in the half.

Facing a halftime deficit has been something the Aces squad has been able to overcome and today was no exception.  Following a JSU three that pushed their lead to 11 (33-22), the Aces went on a 9-0 rally to get within a possession.  Feehan got the Aces rolling with his second 3-pointer before Riley hit a layup. Feehan added a pair of free throws before Riley’s second bucket of the half got UE within two.

Shamar Givance entered the game and made an immediate impact.  With UE down 38-35, his triple knotted the score at 38-38. After a JSU turnover, Givance found the open lane for a layup to give the Aces a 40-38 lead, their first since early in the opening half.  Seconds later, the Gamecocks retook the lead for good on a Hudson 3-pointer with 11:15 remaining.

“As a freshman and point guard – I need to always bring energy off the bench and be a leader on the court,” Givance said.  “Even though we missed shots, we have to just keep shooting the ball. I just do what I can to get everyone involved.”

JSU’s lead never went above five points, but the Aces were never able to closer than two points.  Inside the final two minutes, a Marlon Hunter layup pushed the Jacksonville State lead to 53-48. With 52 ticks left, John Hall hit a layup to get the Aces within three and a JSU turnover gave UE a chance at the final possession.

Coach McCarty called a time out with five seconds left to draw up the final play.  Noah Frederking inbounded the ball to Evan Kuhlman for an open triple, but the ball went in and out, giving the ball back to JSU as they clinched the 55-50 win.

“They (JSU) played Shea really good and I thought Evan was our best option on the last play,” Coach McCarty explained.  “The ball went in and out. We could not have asked for a better look.”

The final rebounding tally went to the Gamecocks, 46-35.  UE committed just 12 turnovers while forcing 17.

On Tuesday, UE will take on another Ohio Valley Conference foe as the team heads to Murray State.  Next Saturday, the Aces complete the pre-Christmas schedule with a 4 p.m. game against Green Bay inside the Ford Center.

 

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