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Emma Goda

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Dissecting Assault Weapons in America, on the site Infographics 4 months, 3 weeks ago

    Very informative info graphic.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Redistricting in California Leaves Some Without Representation, on the site IVN 4 months, 3 weeks ago

    great article, did not not know about some districts having two representatives and others not having any.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, CA Bill Would Lower the Voter Preregistration Age to 15, on the site IVN 4 months, 4 weeks ago

    Personally I think this is great because it ensures that people will be registered to vote and hopefully when they turn 18 they will be more likely to just go and vote.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, UC Online Classes in Exchange for $250 Million Funding, on the site IVN 4 months, 4 weeks ago

    I really think that going to class will become obsolete and students will start doing work more remotely or via Google Hangout.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Fertile Grounds: Sustainable Coffee and Consumer Activism, on the site IVN 4 months, 4 weeks ago

    I did not know that the coffee is the second most traded commodity — great article.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Israeli Citizens to “Donate” Votes in Real Democracy Initiative, on the site The Social Ballot 5 months ago

    This is so interesting about how social media is changing so much in this world.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Karen Stapf Walters New Executive Director of CA Board of Education, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    I am surprised by how high the salary is for this position.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, New National Curriculum Standards Geared for Global Economy, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    This is a great article!!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, How Much Does The NRA Influence Congress?, on the site Infographics 5 months ago

    I feel not surprised by this either to be honest.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Jim Brulte Acknowledges Bid for California GOP Chairman, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    Hopefully his actions will reflect what he says.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, No Labels Promotes Citizen Involvement During New York Meeting, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    No Labels seems to be making steps in the right direction as an organization to help break down partisanship.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Rand Paul Israel Tour Wraps Up as Ehud Barak Arrives in D.C., on the site IVN 5 months ago

    Do you think Rand Paul will run on a Republican ticket in 2016? I find that interesting.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, America’s Greatest Economic Rival Offers Lessons For US, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    A lot of really great information and very interesting that the GDP of China will exceed America by 2017. The US needs to figure out how to get high speed rail like China.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Gun Control Debate Will Not Fade Quickly From Media This Time, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    I do think we need to have stricter guidelines on getting a gun.. it is way too easy.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, IVN Workshop: Search Engine Optimization for Journalists, on the site IVN 5 months ago

    Looking forward to learning more about SEO.. something that I am not the best at.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Priorities USA Funding Revealed in Recently Obtained Tax Filing, on the site IVN 5 months, 1 week ago

    I think we should know who is donating to what.. especially specific corporations

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, California GOP Proposes Seven Year Freeze on Tuition Hikes, on the site IVN 5 months, 1 week ago

    Tuition freeze is great for students but is it good for the universities overall?

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, New Year, New Congress: What Should Our Leaders Do in 2013?, on the site The Social Ballot 5 months, 2 weeks ago

    It was a very productive tweet chat.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Learn More About the Women of the US Senate, on the site Infographics 5 months, 2 weeks ago

    I think its great that there are more women in the senate –Women Empowerment.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Tim Scott Appointment A Sign of Progress in South Carolina, on the site IVN 5 months, 2 weeks ago

    This is interesting and did not know anything about this until now.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Starbucks Says “Come Together” At Home, Avoids Taxes Abroad, on the site The Frog and The Eagle 5 months, 3 weeks ago

    I love that a business like Starbucks is making a public statement with writing come together on the cups.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Marriage Equality in 2012: Uruguay and the U.S. Make Strides, on the site IVN 5 months, 3 weeks ago

    I never knew that Argentina legalized same sex marriage but good for Uruguay hopefully being able to do the same thing.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Why Gun Regulations in France Differ Significantly From the US, on the site The Frog and The Eagle 6 months ago

    Great article about how different our countries are in regards to guns. I love that it is a year long process to get a gun in France and is not an easy process.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, IVN Workshop: Twitter Best Practices for Journalists, on the site IVN 6 months ago

    Looking forward to this tomorrow!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, As Fake Twitter Accounts Emerge, Legal Prosecution Looms, on the site IVN 6 months ago

    This is such a hard place for social media because we are given the freedom of speech but people take it too far with creating fake accounts and providing misinformation.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Pay As You Earn Student Loan Repayment Plan Eases Debt Situations, on the site IVN 6 months ago

    This is awesome! Too bad we can’t just wipe the student loans for everyone.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Point Loma Seafoods: ‘The Freshest in Town’, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months ago

    I need to check this place out, sounds yummy

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    Emma Goda wrote a new post, The Jonathan Tarr Foundation: Creating Opportunities for Students, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months ago

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    Back in 1998, Jonathan Tarr was only seventeen years old when he died in a car accident.  In direct response, the Jonathan Tarr Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in Jonathan’s memory, and is helping

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    Emma Goda wrote a new post, Holiday Cooking Classes Ease Stress of Cooking for Many, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months ago

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    It is that time of year again when we get together with our friends and family to partake in the utmost of holiday activities – eating. How does one decide on who will be cooking? As the stress of cooking for

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Bikes Count Program Tallies Cyclists Throughout City, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months ago

    Biking is great way to get in shape and to help the environment by not driving.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Seasonal Hiring Hits Record Levels in the United States, on the site IVN 6 months ago

    Hopefully the hiring trend will continue through out 2013

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Cost of Bachelor’s Degrees Around the World, on the site Infographics 6 months ago

    Cost of tuition is insane and the amount of student loan debt that most Americans have is unbelievable.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, SantaCon is Coming to Town! Join the Festivities on Saturday, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months ago

    This looks like fun!! Might need to check it out!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Murder-Mystery Dinner in San Diego:The Dinner Detective, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

    This look so cool!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Karl Strauss Rare Seasonal Brews: Mouette A Trois, The Conquistador, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

    The Holiday brews sound really good! I am not a beer drinker but am loving the winter beers.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Skating by the Sea at the Hotel Del, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

    looks like fun!!

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    Emma Goda wrote a new post, Balboa Park December Nights 2012 Celebration, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

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    Every year we anticipate one of the largest events of the year in Balboa Park -December Nights. It is an exciting two-night event that brings together over 300,000 visitors to enjoy the festival starting this

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    Emma Goda wrote a new post, Blind Burro Opening up in East Village, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

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    Formerly the Fleetwood in downtown San Diego, Blind Burro will be opening up its doors in East Village with a Baja style feel and menu. Blind Burro, which is a concept of the Good Time Design group – of whom

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Church and State: A Divorce Proposal, on the site Opinion 6 months, 1 week ago

    I couldn’t agree more with this article about marriage privatization.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Amendment Extends Abortion Coverage for Servicewomen, on the site IVN 6 months, 1 week ago

    I can’t believe that a woman in the military would only be able to have an abortion if her life was in danger, I am pleased to see that they have changed this and its about time they did.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Spirit of Sharing Provides Active Military With Seasonal Support, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 1 week ago

    What a neat organization!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Who Could be in the President’s New Cabinet?, on the site Infographics 6 months, 1 week ago

    Antonio Villaraigosa I think will be a part of it.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, White House Hosts 2012 Tribal Nations Conference, on the site Independent Voter Network 6 months, 1 week ago

    I know, I have never heard of this either!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, US Adds 146,000 Jobs in November, Unemployment Rate Drops, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 6 months, 1 week ago

    I am happy to see that we have added jobs in November, I feel like end of the year can be tough.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Bikes, Boards, and Brews: Celebrating Endless Summer in PB, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 2 weeks ago

    This looks super cool!

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, BlowPop Dry Bar Signifies Cultural Shift in San Diego, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 2 weeks ago

    Blow pop is awesome! I loved my blow out there!

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    Emma Goda wrote a new post, Taylor Guitars in El Cajon: San Diego Quality Craftsmanship, on the site IVN San Diego 6 months, 2 weeks ago

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    Taylor Guitars has been a part of San Diego since 1974. Started by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the two have made themselves a household name throughout the world. The Taylor Guitar factory is headquartered in

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Varying Tuition Prices Per Major Could Become Reality in Florida, on the site Independent Voter Network 6 months, 2 weeks ago

    I can’t imagine the tuition cost being determined by your major. I wonder how that would change what majors people would choose

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Americans Are at Odds over the Legalization of Marijuana, on the site Independent Voter Network 6 months, 2 weeks ago

    We really should just legalize marijuana across the US.

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    Emma Goda commented on the post, Government Provided Healthcare Unfavorable Among Many Americans, on the site Independent Voter Network 6 months, 2 weeks ago

    I am interested to see how this will play out because health care is expensive

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