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== Ari Gordon == |
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'''Ari M. Gordon'''<br /> |
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'''Assistant Director of Interreligious Affairs'''<br /> |
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'''Secretariat, International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultaions'''<br /> |
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Ari Gordon serves as assistant director for American Jewish Committee's department of interreligious affairs, where he develops new interreligious and interethnic programs, forwards AJC's goals of social justice, pluralism and understanding in the interreligious sphere as well as writing for and co-managing the department’s website, EngagingAmerica.org[http://www.EngagingAmerica.org]. Ari also currently serves as the secretariat of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations (IJCIC), the formal representative of world Jewry to other international religious bodies including the Vatican, the Orthodox Ecumenical Patriarchate, the World Council of Churches, the Elijah Institute Board of World Religious Leaders and others. |
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Ari is from Merion, Pennsylvania, and recently graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in philosophy. Ari focused his studies on Jewish theology and law as well as both general and Jewish philosophy. In tandem with his studies, Ari trained hundreds of Jewish high school leaders around the country, and in 2005 Ari headed a Jewish youth leadership seminar before beginning at the AJC. In addition, Ari has constructed and facilitated Jewish educational programs around North America, Israel and the Former Soviet Union. |
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In his studies and activities as well as in life, Ari fosters a strong commitment to his Jewish identity, democracy and pluralism. Ari hopes to contribute to each of these areas through the American Jewish Committee’s wide array of interreligious and interethnic programs. |
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Vincent Olmos
Vincent Olmos (born 11 August 1985) is an up-and-coming physical comedian. His performances have varied from his own living room to local dinner theaters. He was nominated for a Daytime Emmy for his controversial role as Cleo Babbitt, on a hit CBS soap opera. Early lifeMoney MakerWhen Vincent turned sixteen he finally achieved success in a local taco restaurant. Formally known as Taco Bell, he arrived during the hiatus of the chihuahua (who is, unfortunately, still in rehab). It did not take long for Vincent to become the fastest taco maker of the crew. He currently still holds the record for fastest taco abilities, with six seconds being his best recorded time. When the crew was asked in a local interview on how to describe his talents, only one word came to their minds, "magical." In more recent events, Vincent's deserved promotion was has been held back because he is black. During his employment at Taco Bell, a few incidences have brought forth his classic comedic style. The "I Hate Vinny Club" spawned new life into the dreary workers of the establishment. Due to his jealous rage, TJ (half of TJandAdella) barricated the walk-in refrigerator refusing to let anyone access to the essential cheeses of the taco business. It became notorious headquarters of the latter club. Charges of assault and attempted rape were almost brought on by the father of Mary Roosma when she was found drugged on the kitchen floor of the restaurant. Those who were there say Vincent did not seem concered about the state of Roosma, and demanded that she continue working at the Drive-thru Window. When Roosma did not respond, Vincent proceeded to pummel her with wadded up napkins and scoops of scalding hot beans, while in the process of kicking her in the ribs. He violently yelled at her to "answer your [Mary] car." The charges were later dropped when Roosma left a fifteen minute answering machine message at the restaurant stating she passed out because she was anemic. Questions also arose when Vincent "forgot" to drop off thousands of dollars of the company's money at the bank. The money was recovered, and no further action was taken. In fact, the money was found in the bed of a 1985 Nissan pickup truck, which was thought to be a nomad's vehicle, but was proven to be in fact Vincent's. While working at Taco Bell Vincent has made very good friends including: Nevets, the ish-Factor, TJandAdella, RobertChase Sawyer, Turbo, the Hern, Fat Francis Fridays, Ellie, Randy G, Bob Jr., the origial Bob, Shane-Co, D. Cashback Zilla, Carl Flapjacks, Nick Reefer, Mary Roosma, B$, and most important, Sabrina. BullshitisIn his spare time, Vincent enjoys to jazzercise in his lycra outfit (seen left) to his idol's, Olivia Newton-John, famous song "Physical". Vincent's favorite game is one that he made up in which he tries to mow his own lawn before the neighboor does. Besides rollerblading, Vincent spends hours on end craw-dad fishing. He has yet to catch one and currently holds no record for that. The Vincent We Know TodayRecords-Daytime Emmy Award (nominated) -Most Birdies Hit in a Game of Badmitten -6 Second Taco -Olympic 500m Rollerblade Dash, (3)Gold, Nagano Legion of GoonsThis is a test edit page. Original Author Inspired by this page: http://groups.myspace.com/legionofgoons Anyone wishing should add to or edit this article. History's Mysteries1970's - Pre-Legion A particular group of kids that lived in Albany Park/Ravenswood Manor (South of Lawrence Avenue) went to Bateman School, later Roosevelt High School and hung out. Many of this group had older cooler, siblings that hung out separately which one could suggest was an inspiration. These older siblings eventually relented and let the youngers ones hang. The elders were desirable to hang with for many reason, one being they were old enough to cop more than booze, another being some of them had formed bands. A small number of parents of this raucous bunch were often cool enough to let us do many a cool hang at their house after curfew and with full knowledge of the massive sex, drugs & rock n' rolling. Other great gathering places in the early days were: "the lot", "the river" and "Horner Park". During the inception of the Disco Sucks era, so began the unofficial forming of the group which was to become legendary in Chicago, especially at kegger parties and each and every hardcore metal (then eventually punk) show from the late 70's through today. Fringe groups formed prior (see A.S.P. Albany Street Partiers and Eastwood Heartbreakers, for example); Younger siblings, cousins and friends of friends would also join this group throughout the years. My particular experiences with the group invoke such great nostalgia, that as I rapidly approach my 40th year on earth, I simply cannot resist writing about them to the extent that my somehow surving brain can recall. Some of us are M.I.A., some are R.I.P. and some like me, just sort of could not keep up the frenetic party pace and went on to do other lame and boring things like work, get married, have kids and or possibly go to school and become something (not necessarily in that order). This is where you come in. Anyone with a story, tribute or correction should feel free to edit or add to this article. 1979 - This Authors IntroductionAs a 7th grader at Von Steuben, I met Cheryl P. through Violet J. whom I had already known from Hibbard School and the neighborhood (north of Lawrence). As legend has it, Cheryl P. was the hot new blond girl who had moved into the hood over the summer of '79. She had been sitting on the front steps of her apartment building when approached by some boys. I do beleive it was Sam & Joe but I could be wrong. There is more to the story, those who know it, know it, its not for me to publish, but fast forward to today, Cheryl & Joe have been happily married for quite sometime, and I must also add, this author genuinely misses their company. --DioIsGod 04:11, 17 June 2007 (UTC) MEMBERS:(Last names not published for purposes of privacy. Listed in no particular order, please forgive spelling errors and omitted names due to memory lapse, as well as those listed only by nickname for the same reason.) The Boyz Sam S. Joe B. Conrad C. Carey S. Juan A. Armando A. Mike M. Mike D. Larry M. Greg P. Vic P. Jeff Cleff Nick F. Tim W. Steve "Shots, Shotgun" Conno
Heidi B.* Nancy H.* Debbie Y.* Judy Y. Carrie M. Marcy T. Cheryl P. Violet J. Lisa S. Carrie S. Linda J. Vicki J.
'The Legion of Goons, How'd They Get That Name?'In a word, wrestling. BAck when it was REAL (wink, wink). Somewhere circa 1983-ish. The originator? Who other than the infamous Sam. Few would argue he was our group's unofficial, official leader. Why? Well, can anyone recall a party or event, better known as civil unrest or police action where he wasn't present? Okay then, neither can I. I'm just glad we didn't decide to be known as the Von Erichs, because that would be gay. Alex MurphyHe sure does love hockey! Ari GordonAri M. Gordon Ari Gordon serves as assistant director for American Jewish Committee's department of interreligious affairs, where he develops new interreligious and interethnic programs, forwards AJC's goals of social justice, pluralism and understanding in the interreligious sphere as well as writing for and co-managing the department’s website, EngagingAmerica.org[1]. Ari also currently serves as the secretariat of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations (IJCIC), the formal representative of world Jewry to other international religious bodies including the Vatican, the Orthodox Ecumenical Patriarchate, the World Council of Churches, the Elijah Institute Board of World Religious Leaders and others. Ari is from Merion, Pennsylvania, and recently graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in philosophy. Ari focused his studies on Jewish theology and law as well as both general and Jewish philosophy. In tandem with his studies, Ari trained hundreds of Jewish high school leaders around the country, and in 2005 Ari headed a Jewish youth leadership seminar before beginning at the AJC. In addition, Ari has constructed and facilitated Jewish educational programs around North America, Israel and the Former Soviet Union. In his studies and activities as well as in life, Ari fosters a strong commitment to his Jewish identity, democracy and pluralism. Ari hopes to contribute to each of these areas through the American Jewish Committee’s wide array of interreligious and interethnic programs. |