THOUGHTS FROM A SOLDIER

This post is quite a departure from my usual blog posts but in light of recent world events and as a former combat veteran, I have seen so much misinformation in the media that I feel compelled to weigh in.

WARNING: CONTAINS EXPLICT CONTENT.

It is rare that I will engage in any discussion that has to do with politics and I normally wouldn't dream of posting it on Facebook, so I apologize in advance if I offend anyone.

That doesn't mean that... I don't have my own very strong opinions but they are mine and the fact of the matter is that I feel in no way, compelled to share them. Instead of flapping my mouth and bitching and moaning as many do; I decided to put on a uniform and when I got called to go into combat, I went with honor and pride - even as a single mother with a one and a half year son at home.

The truth, no matter how much it pisses anyone off - is that the American public is so fickle it makes me sick to my stomach. Most only "care" as long as there is war and blood and violence being televised 24/7 but as soon as that subsides, this country - collectively - gets bored. Gone is the support! Gone is any sense of unity! And the bitching and back-biting resumes. But that is your right and as much as I may despise what some say - I and every other Veteran fought for that right for you.

How quickly you forget that when the soldiers returned from Vietnam - you screamed at them and spat on them.

And for all of you that say that I fought in Desert Storm for oil...I fought because to this day I can't get the images of the horrors that Saddam Hussein committed against the Kurds, out of my head. 

SADDAM HUSSEIN GASSES THE KURDS. In 1988, the Hussein regime began a campaign of extermination against the Kurdish people living in Northern Iraq. The attacks resulted in the death of at least 50,000 (some reports estimate as many as 182,000) people, many of them women and children. See More

For those of you who never served, at the heart of the military is the Chain of Command - from your direct supervisor to the Commander-In-Chief. And no matter what you think of anyone in that Chain of Command doesn't matter a rat's ass. You show RESPECT to the rank and follow orders - PERIOD! We didn't get to be the greatest fighting machine in the world by having our head up our butts all these years. It didn't matter what I thought of President Bush Sr. or Jr., President Clinton, or President Obama - they served as Commander-in-Chief and I afford them the respect that every soldier should and takes an Oath of Allegiance to:

"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God."

If you are so pissed off and disgruntled... shut your f'ing yap, get up off your ass and get involved - you can start by voting. And then, when you see those horrific images on TV...first, turn the channel - stop feeding into the media and giving validation to the idiot talking heads...and second, take a moment to thank God or whomever...or just be grateful that YOU live in a country where you don't have to live in constant terror or stand the chance of being murdered at the whim of some extremist.

-Stefani Ceballos

 

A NewSchool Year: CanYour School Live Up to The Challenge?

By That Car Girl

Well, the weather certainly gives us no clues, but another summer has come and gone and amid all the excitement of back to school shopping, worrying about if you have lunch with anyone cool, or any one of a million things that I know are "stressing you" right now, I ask you to please consider one  - vehicular safety.

Although I know all of you have  the best of intentions,  it is a fact that the initial switch into getting up earlier can have a dramatic effect on disrupting our regular sleep cycle as it puts us out of sync with our circadian rhythm. The biggest impacts of the time change on drivers can be felt on some of the key skills that affect the quality of our driving – poorer concentration, alertness behind the wheel and reaction time to potential hazards. 

Therefore,  it is critical that we all take the issue of safety on ourselves when driving, but especially during times that children are on their way to or returning from school.  

By The Numbers

According to the National Safety Council, chances of being struck and killed as a pedestrian increase 1100% - no that was not a typo - during hours of dark.

Additional research finds that pedestrians are three times more likely to be hit and killed by cars right after the switch.

Cornell University Cooperative Extension Program published a report that states “pedestrians walking along a road in dark clothing in the early morning or at night are first seen approximately 55 feet away, giving a driver less than one second reaction time. A driver traveling at 60 mph needs over 260 feet to stop”. Black\Blue can be seen 55 feet. White can be seen 180 feet ahead. Reflective materials can be seen at 200 - 1500 feet or more.

Prepare and Prevent

Making an effort to adapt to the time change can really pay off. Here are tips to help adjust to the time change:

• Getting into the groove - Be aware of how your own body adapts to the time change and how that may affect your ability to concentrate and avoid hazards. Plan to get to bed earlier on Sunday to be ready for the Monday morning commute.
• Lights on for safety - Prepare your vehicle for the change in conditions, particularly the darker morning commutes. Clean your vehicle’s headlights and check they are all working properly, especially your rear lights.
• Can you see me now? - If walking, running or biking in the early morning hours or at night, wear white or light colors, use appropriate lighting on your bike, and always wear highly-reflective gear which provides 360° visibility. 

Now is the perfect time to start thinking about how to keep your family, friends, and yourself safe and share the road! 

And seriously...what is SO important that you would put your friend's or your own life at risk?? 

And remember, ITS AGAINST THE LAW!

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Our Sustained Commitment to Care for Gulf War Veterans

June 18, 2013 by Robert Jesse

Twenty-three years have passed since the start of the deployment and combat operations known as Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. These two military operations comprise the 1990-1991 Gulf War. Since then, many Veterans of that conflict have suffered from adverse health consequences.

We’ve come a long way in recognizing the illnesses suffered by Gulf War Veterans, and we have rejected the notion the symptoms result from mental health issues like post-traumatic stress.

That’s why in the years following the first Gulf War, VA has continued to provide quality healthcare and benefits to those Veterans, and to invest in research to understand and treat Gulf War Veterans Illnesses, including Chronic Multi-Symptom Illness and related health areas. In 2009, Secretary Shinseki directed the formation of the VA Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses Task Force, previously led by former Chief of Staff and Gulf War Veteran John Gingrich, to better synchronize department-wide efforts to serve Gulf War Veterans. The VA’s Interim Chief of Staff, Mr. Jose Riojas, also a Gulf War Veteran, continues this work.

The Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses (RAC) has led the way on crucial initiatives ever since. As a result of their work, VA has more than doubled the number of requested research projects on specific Gulf War areas of study. Additionally, VA has funded all proposals for Gulf War research that have met scientific and quality merit review standards. We’ve done that by increasing R&D funding directly obligated for Gulf War research to $7.3 million this year —a nearly $2 million boost from 2011.

In 2010, Secretary Shinseki recognized nine new diseases as associated with Gulf War service, reflecting a determination of positive association between service in the region and those diseases.

VA has relied on the RAC to provide expert advice to the Secretary on optimizing VA’s Gulf War research portfolio. The most technological and current scientific tools are being deployed to better understand these complex illnesses. Recently approved research initiatives include investigations regarding biomarkers, imaging diagnostics, and clinical treatment trials, which have come from committee recommendations. The Committee’s work has been invaluable to bring these issues to light and ensure they are high priorities within the Department from the top down.

As the Committee has matured, changes were made to the RAC ‘s charter to align it with similar VA charters in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the requirements of Public Law 105-368, § 104, for example Women Veterans and the Rural Health Advisory Committees.  VA completed a departmental review of the charter in October 2012. One notable issue was that membership terms have expired so there will be also a rotation of some Committee members.  Chairman James Binns has been asked to stay for another year to help in the transition of new members and oversee the completion of the RAC’s major scientific review, a critical report that assists VA in setting Gulf War research priorities.

Make no mistake—the momentum the Committee has achieved to bring sweeping and lasting change to the research and treatment of Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses will not falter. We have turned a corner on this issue, and there is simply no going back. VA is continuing efforts to be responsive to the Committee’s recommendations by increasing senior leadership engagement between the RAC Chairman, myself and Dr. Madhu Agarwal, Assistant Deputy Undersecretary for Health for Policy and Services.

VA knows we must continue the progress we’ve made together for our Gulf War Veterans. We must ensure every Gulf War Veteran is aware of the disability and health care benefits to which they may be entitled as the result of their wartime service and to assist them in accessing these services.

Since its inception, the RAC has been the catalyst for change and unquestionably guided VA to deliver on its core mission to care for our Nation’s Veterans. They have my greatest confidence in continuing that mission, and we look forward to working with them to achieve our mutual goals.

For more information, read VA’s recently released Gulf War Research Strategic Plan and the Task Force’s Draft annual report.

Dr. Robert Jesse is the Principal Deputy Undersecretary of Health at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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   June 19, 2013 at 11:16 pm

   There is absolutely no sustained or any other type of commitment to Care for Gulf War Veterans. The very same day that the results of the PLOS One Study showing that Gulf War Syndrome is not an idiopathic, undiagnosed illness but, in fact, brain damage hit the Associated Press. Secretary Shineski announced his intentions to gut the Gulf War R.A.C. – a little retaliation there? He espouses the use of eBenefits as the best way to submit claims. However, when the system isn’t “down for maintenance”, it is completely non-functional. My profile has not been updated since February.

   And even though I submitted DBQ’s for most of my conditions, my doctor’s insistence that my generalized anxiety is a result of PTSD – the simple act of clarifying the condition on my claim sent it back to square one.

   I received a response from ISIS last week that it would be at least 8 months before they would be able to look at my claim and then what, another 2 or 3 years for a C&P examination? I have waited for 22 years for any benefits – can you honestly tell me, Secretary Shineski, that you actually care about Gulf War Veterans or are you just continuing the tradition of bold-face lies that the VA has become so adept at telling the soldiers that put their lives on the line for this country?

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Forever My Buddy, I Will Always Be There

Barely too young to take care of myself, I was given a buddy;

taught to have your back.
Through combat and hard times; so much more than friend;
Far from our families; sometimes fearing the end.

Nights we talked of returning ‘to the World’ and how great it would be.
Too often, when it finally happened we would see we had lost the old you and the old me.

So when times get hard, you feel all alone and hang your head, your heart in despair;
Remember, forever my Buddy, I will always be there.



- S. Ceballos

A Tragedy Beyond Comprehension

This is off topic but in light of today's events, I feel compelled to offer my thoughts and condolences to the families and community of Newtown, Connecticut. 

Where do you find the words try and make any sense out of the unfathomable tragedy of the loss of 27 lives in Newtown, Connecticut?  I think of 20 little children whose only care in the world should have been what Santa will be bringing them and how such a horrific act has taken the innocence of hundreds of other children that were witness to something no one should ever have to see. 

It makes so much of what we complain about seem so senseless. 

Tonight, as I pray for the lost, their families and the community of Newtown, I also appreciate my many blessings, hold my family a little tighter and tell them that I love them. For we never know when may be the last time.

I Recently Filed Bankruptcy and Now I Need a New Car. Can I Do This?

You've just filed Chapter 13 and your old car has finally gone kaput.

Afraid that you'll be limited to paying for another clunker at a Buy Here Pay Here lot?

Isn't there a better option?

In many cases, the short answer is "Yes".

Under a Chapter 13 bankruptcy in the State of Florida, the law states that you may not incur new debt without permission of the trustee or the court.

This is done by submitting a Request to Incur New Debt with the trustee of your case. 

• These requests are routine and frequently granted.

• The request looks at your disposable income and your ability to pay.
• If the trustee signs off on the request, you can buy the vehicle.
• The trustee should approve the request unless he or she decides that you cannot afford the new payment.
• If the trustee denies request, your bankruptcy attorney will file the Request to Incur New Debt with the court and ask the judge to override the trustee's denial. This dictates whether you can buy the car or not.

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The ignorance of one voter in a democracy

 impairs the security of all. - JFK

Car Dealers Pay Lip Service to Women But Can They Walk the Talk?

by That Car Girl

We all know the statistics only to well…

• More than 85% of women affect all car-buying decisions
• 68% of new car purchase decisions are made by women
• 34% of the marriages where women work, the woman out earns the husband
• 50% of traditionally male products, including automobiles are being purchased by women

However, in my experience in working for a large automobile group, this information has been "garbage in, garbage out". 

Just the other day I was reading about how Honda plans to release a Fit model that the company hopes will attract female drivers to dealerships.  Honda’s Fit She's theme is "adult cute" and will come in pink, brown and white colors that mirror popular eye shadow colors.  However, the "adult cute" theme will not be confined to the car's color.

The car will also have a special windshield that will cut 99 percent of ultraviolet rays to help prevent those annoying wrinkles, and additional technology in its air conditioner system will help improve the driver's skin quality.

It really makes on stop and wonder if the male-dominated, collective Auto industry has heard even one word about their women consumers wants or needs.

Let us just face facts, the fate of female-themed car models, has to this point, been what can only be categorized as a disaster of EPIC proportions.

Case in point: 

The Dodge La Femme - also laced in pink and a few other details. 

I must give Chrysler some credit for their efforts, after all, the La Femme came out in 1955 – a time when the average buyer was very different and less sophisticated than today’s buyer. 

Even then, the La Femme failed to attract a consumer base. After two years, Dodge ditched the pink model, with Edmunds rating it as one of the “50 Worst Cars Ever Made”.

But if this wasn’t enough...

At the Toronto Auto Show in 2000, Ford released a concept Windstar minivan that included (you’ll never believe this) a washer and dryer, refrigerator and microwave.

I don’t know about you, but I spend so much time commuting to and from work each day, the last thing I want to do is to cook dinner and do laundry in my car.

Without a doubt, automakers have been among the slowest of US businesses to appreciate the value of women as decision makers, according to the New York-based consulting group Catalyst. In a recent Catalyst survey of major corporations, just over 11 percent of top executives in auto-related companies were women, compared with more than 22 percent in publishing, nearly 16 percent in pharmaceuticals, 14 percent in railroads and 15 percent in mail and freight delivery.

Society has changed in the past 30 years, and women have far more buying power than ever. And, although studies have long suggested that women influence almost all car-buying decisions, statistics show that women are making more and more of those purchases themselves.

However, this is far from evident in the advertising in the auto industry - almost exclusively male-oriented - dominated by images for cars and trucks.

So far this year, women accounted for 36 percent of all new car and truck purchases, according to the Power Information Network, although some in the auto industry say the figure is closer to 45 percent.  In certain segments, especially compact cars and mid size cars, women make up nearly half of all buyers.  

However, old habits do not die easily and male-dominated car culture will no doubt follow the same suit.

As a woman, what’s your biggest pet peeve about the car buying experience? 

NHTSA Alerting Consumers to Dangers of Counterfeit Air Bags

By The Car Girl

Often times when writing a blog post, the author may take a current event or news story and add their original thoughts and ideas. However, in light of the seriousness of my post this week,  I thought it best present the information exactly as it has been announced by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. 

"NHTSA has become aware of a problem involving the sale of counterfeit air bags for use as replacement parts in vehicles that have been involved in a crash. While these air bags look nearly identical to certified, original equipment parts—including bearing the insignia and branding of major automakers — NHTSA testing ¹ showed consistent malfunctioning ranging from non-deployment of the air bag to the expulsion of metal shrapnel during deployment. NHTSA is not aware of any deaths or injuries connected to counterfeit air bags.

While the full scope and scale of the problem of counterfeit air bags is uncertain from currently available data, NHTSA has identified certain vehicle makes and models for which these air bags may be available and believes this issue affects less than 0.1 percent of the U.S. vehicle fleet. Only vehicles which have had an air bag replaced within the past three years by a repair shop that is not part of a new car dealership may be at risk.

Consumers whose vehicles have been in a crash and had their air bags replaced by a repair shop that is not part of a new car dealership within the past three years or who have purchased a replacement air bag online are at risk of being affected and should have their vehicle inspected at their own expense and their air bag replaced if necessary. 

NHTSA is currently gathering information from automakers about their systems for verifying the authenticity of replacement parts and is working with the industry to make the driving public aware of the potential safety risk posed by counterfeit air bags. Moving forward, the agency will continue to monitor consumer complaints, police accident reports, and other sources for additional information.

CONSUMERS THAT SHOULD NOT BE AT RISK

• Consumers who purchased their vehicle new and have not had their air bags replaced
  
• Consumers who have full knowledge of the entire history of their used vehicle (including knowing whether the vehicle had been in a crash in the last three years and being certain that the air bag was replaced at a new car dealership)
  

CONSUMERS THAT MAY BE AT RISK 

• Consumers who have had air bags replaced within the past three years at a repair shop that is not part of a new car dealership
  
• Consumers who have purchased a used car that may have sustained an air bag deployment before their purchase
  
• Consumers who own a car with a title branded salvage, rebuilt, or reconstructed
  
• Consumers who have purchased replacement air bags from eBay or other non-certified sources—especially if they were purchased at unusually low prices (i.e. less than $400)
  

VEHICLES FOR WHICH COUNTERFEIT AIR BAGS MAY BE AVAILABLE:

As of today, NHTSA is aware of counterfeit air bags available for the following vehicle makes and models (please note that this list may be expanded as this is an active investigation):

Make	Model Year(s)	Model(s)
Acura	2009-2011	TSX
Audi	2006-2009	A3, A4, A6, A8, Q5, Q7
BMW	2007-2011	X5, E70, E60, E61
	2008-2010	5-series, 528i, 535i
	2004-2007	5-Series, 525i, 530, 535, E60, E61
	2007-2011	E90, E91
	Not listed	E92, E93
	2007-2011	X5, E70
	2004-2007	525i, 530, 535
	2011-2012	X3
Buick	2010-2011	Lacrosse
Chevrolet	2011-2012	Cruze
	2006-2010	Aveo
	2011-2012	Volt
	2012	Camaro
Ford	2012	Focus
	2005-2009	Mustang
Honda	2003-2012	Accord
	2006-2011	Civic
	2002-2011	CRV
	2007-2011	Fit
	2009-2011	Pilot
	2009-2011	Insight
	2009-2011	Crosstour
	2011	Odyssey
Hyundai	2007-2011	Elantra
	Not listed	Genesis
	Not listed	Sonata
Infiniti	2007-2011	G35, EX35
Kia	2010-2011	Soul/Forte
	2004-2009	Spectra
Land Rover	2012	Range Rover Evoque
Lexus	2006-2011	IS250, IS350, IS-F
	2003-2008	GX470
	2007-2009	RX350
	Not listed	ES350
Mazda	2004	Mazda 3
	2010-2012	Mazda 3
Mercedes	2009-2011	C, GLK
	2010-2011	E350, E550
	2007-2008	S550
	2006-2009	ML
	2009-2010	GL, ML
Mitsubishi	Not listed	Outlander
Nissan	1992-2002	Quest
	2010-2011	Quest
	2009-2011	Cube
	2007-2011	Versa
	2009-2010	Murano
	Not listed	Altima
Subaru	2008-2009	Forester
	2008-2009	Imprezza
	2008-2009	Outback
	2010-2011	Legacy
Suzuki	2007-2010	SX4
Toyota	2002-2006	Camry
	2012	Camry
	2009-2011	Corolla, Matrix
	2007-2011	Yaris
	2004-2011	Highlander
	2004-2011	Sienna
	2004-2011	Tacoma
	2010-2012	Prius
	2003-2006	Tundra
	2007-2011	Tundra
	2003-2006	Sequoia
	2003-2010	Land Cruiser
	2004-2007	Highlander
	2008-2010	Highlander
	2004-2009	4Runner
	2007-2009	Solara
	2005-2011	RAV4
Volkswagen	2006-2010	Jetta
Volvo	Not listed	XC60, XC70
	Not listed	V70, S60, S80

Who is responsible for the cost of replacing the air bag if it is counterfeit?

The responsibility for replacing a counterfeit air bag will vary depending on the circumstances around the original installation of the part. If you are concerned about your vehicle contact your local new car dealer to have your vehicle inspected at your own expense and your air bag replaced if necessary. According to the NHTSA, fees for the inspection can generally run $100 or more. 

In addition:

• If you are concerned and have an air bag that was replaced at a repair shop recommended by your insurance company we recommend that you contact your insurance company.
• If you purchased a counterfeit air bag from eBay it may be covered by that company’s “Buyer Protection” program. Contact eBay’s Customer Support center accessible on www.eBay.com.
• You may also wish to contact your local Consumer Protection Agency or the appropriate State Office of the Attorney General to determine your rights under the law; and the Better Business Bureau or the Federal Trade Commission to file a complaint.

Style, Performance and a Top Safety Pick: The 2013 Dodge Dart Proves Itself a Triple Threat

By That Car Girl

Rarely has a car been so anticipated as the return of the Dodge Dart back to the Chrysler lineup. And with the anticipation, also came a fair amount of doubt as to whether the all new 2013 Dodge Dart would be able to live up to the hype.

We are pleased to announce that the all new Dodge Dart, with its class-leading safety and security features including 10 standard air bags and one of the auto industry’s highest content-ratios of high-strength steel, has just been named been named a 2012 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

The first product born of Chrysler Group LLC’s alliance with Fiat S.p.A. recorded the maximum possible rating in each of the four crash tests used by the IIHS to evaluate occupant protection, the primary attribute of a Top Safety Pick. The 2013 Dart achieved a score of “good” in tests that simulate rollover, rear-, side- and moderate-overlap frontal-impacts.

The IIHS rating scale comprises grades of good, acceptable, marginal and poor. “We had high expectations for the Dart and our engineers delivered,” says Reid Bigland, Dodge-brand President and CEO and Head of U.S. Sales. “Since its launch, the 2013 Dodge Dart has consistently outperformed in the area of fuel efficiency, technology, value for the money and now safety. It is truly a groundbreaking new car.”

Top Safety Pick is the highest safety honor bestowed by the IIHS. “Winners afford buyers the best overall protection in four of the most common kinds of crashes, and help them avoid crashes altogether with electronic stability control,” says IIHS President Adrian Lund.

Chrysler Group’s new compact sedan was engineered with a class-leading total of safety and security features -- more than 60 -- to ensure peace of mind. The Dart’s safety story starts with a solid structure: high-strength-steel comprises 68 percent of the car’s body, one of the highest ratios in the industry. Ten standard-equipment, advanced-design air bags further improve occupant protection. Every Dodge Dart comes equipped with:

• Dual-stage, adaptive, venting air bags for the driver and front-seat passenger,
• Front-seat-mounted pelvic and thorax air bags for driver and passenger,
• Two rear-seat-mounted pelvic air bags,
• Knee air bags for driver and front-seat passenger,
• Two curtain air bags designed to protect front and rear passengers on both sides of the car

Equally important to Dart customers are its technologies that deliver accident-avoidance capability, such as:

• Electronic stability control (ESC)
• Electronic roll mitigation
• Traction control
• Standard four-wheel, four-channel anti-lock disc brakes
• Electronic brake-force distribution
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Rear cross-path detection

The Dart joins 11 Chrysler Group vehicles previously awarded an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation for 2012. They are: the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs; Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot cross/utility vehicles; Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans; Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 full-size sedans; Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200 mid-size sedans; and the Fiat 500 minicar.

The 2012 Top Safety Pick is just the most the most recent accolade aimed at the Dart. Others include:

• Top 10 Cars of the 2012 North American International Auto Show (Kelley Blue Book)
• Editors’ Choice Award/Most Significant Vehicle at 2012 NAIAS (Autoweek) 
• The 25 Most Anticipated Cars of 2012 (Complex Media)
• Seven Hottest New Cars at the 2012 NAIAS (Vanity Fair Magazine)
• Eight Great American Cars to Spend a Tax Refund On (AutoTrader.com)
• Most Significant Vehicle at Atlanta International Auto Show (Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Assn.)
• Ward's 10 Best Interiors for 2012 (WardsAuto.com)
• Compact Car of Texas (Texas Auto Writers Assn.)
• Best Value (Texas Auto Writers Assn.)
• Best New Feature -- Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Display (Texas Auto Writers Assn.)
• 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 (Consumer Guide Automotive)
• 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 (Kbb.com)
• Top 10 New Cars for 2013 (Total Car Score)
• Most Important New Cars for 2013 List (Washington Post)