Download or read book Strength in Numbers written by Gunnar Trumbull and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2012-10-31 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many consumers feel powerless in the face of big industry’s interests. And the dominant view of economic regulators (influenced by Mancur Olson’s book The Logic of Collective Action, published in 1965) agrees with them. According to this view, diffuse interests like those of consumers are too difficult to organize and too weak to influence public policy, which is determined by the concentrated interests of industrial-strength players. Gunnar Trumbull makes the case that this view represents a misreading of both the historical record and the core logic of interest representation. Weak interests, he reveals, quite often emerge the victors in policy battles. Based on a cross-national set of empirical case studies focused on the consumer, retail, credit, pharmaceutical, and agricultural sectors, Strength in Numbers develops an alternative model of interest representation. The central challenge in influencing public policy, Trumbull argues, is not organization but legitimation. How do diffuse consumer groups convince legislators that their aims are more legitimate than industry’s? By forging unlikely alliances among the main actors in the process: activists, industry, and regulators. Trumbull explains how these “legitimacy coalitions” form around narratives that tie their agenda to a broader public interest, such as expanded access to goods or protection against harm. Successful legitimizing tactics explain why industry has been less powerful than is commonly thought in shaping agricultural policy in Europe and pharmaceutical policy in the United States. In both instances, weak interests carried the day.

Download or read book 111 Weird Fun and Random Facts About the UFC written by James Bren and published by Gregory Groves. This book was released on with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step inside the thrilling octagon with '111 Weird, Fun, and Random Facts about the UFC' by James Bren, an enthralling journey through the world of mixed martial arts. This meticulously crafted book uncovers the most fascinating, unexpected, and entertaining facets of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Bren's exploration of the UFC takes you from the thrilling battles in the cage to the untold stories behind the fighters and events. Discover the astonishing tale of legendary fighters like Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre, and their incredible journeys to the top. Explore the explosive rivalries and jaw-dropping knockouts that have defined the sport. Venture into the realm of Octagon trivia with facts about the dedicated medical staff ensuring fighter safety, the star-studded attendance at UFC events, and even the unexpected inclusion of celebrities like Ben Affleck, Tom Brady, and Jimmy Kimmel as UFC investors. But that's not all - delve into the quirkiest details, from the taste of success with Conor McGregor's whiskey to the strange story of fighter Joe Son, both inside and outside the cage. UFC fans will be thrilled by the enlightening look into fighter training methods, referee Dana White's fascinating past, and the mysteries behind the UFC belt. With 111 intriguing chapters, this book offers a front-row seat to the world of UFC, revealing the thrilling and obscure moments that have shaped the sport. Whether you're a dedicated fan or a newcomer to MMA, '111 Weird, Fun, and Random Facts about the UFC' is your ultimate guide to the Octagon's hidden treasures. Prepare to be captivated, entertained, and left in awe of the astonishing world of the UFC.

Download or read book Mixed Martial Arts and the Law written by Jason J. Cruz and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2020-01-03 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Barbaric. Savage. Violent. Words often used by critics to describe the sport of mixed martial arts. To this can be added lucrative, popular and flourishing. MMA has seen astronomical growth since the 2000s, spurred on by its biggest promotion, the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC). Along the way, legal issues have plagued the sport. This book provides an overview of the most important cases and controversies arising both inside and outside of the cage--antitrust suits by fighters against promoters, fighters suing other fighters, drug testing, contractual issues, and the need for federal regulation.

Download or read book Formal Methods and Software Engineering written by Shaoying Liu and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-10-08 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Formal Engineering Methods, ICFEM 2008, held in Kitakyushu-City, Japan, October 2008. The 20 revised full papers together with 3 invited talks presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 62 submissions. The papers address all current issues in formal methods and their applications in software engineering. They are organized in topical sections on specification and verification; testing; verification; model checking and analysis; tools; application of formal methods; semantics.

Download or read book Cage Kings written by Michael Thomsen and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-06-11 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “propulsive and wildly engrossing” (Brad Stone, author of The Everything Store) account of how the UFC turned mixed martial arts into a multibillion-dollar business and global pop culture phenomenon. Decried as “human cockfighting” by Senator John McCain and dismissed by the New York Times as a “pay-per-view prism” onto the decline of Western civilization, the UFC seemed by 2000 to be bleeding out. The cage fighting promotion had been banned in thirty-six states and was struggling to cover production costs for its next event. But three buddies in Las Vegas—an ambitious personal trainer and two young casino heirs—saw something else in the UFC: a vision of the future. Over the next two decades, the trio would transform the company into one of the most valuable sports properties in the world, worth more than the Beatles catalog or the New York Yankees. And along the way, they would also transform the lives of some of the sport’s biggest stars, both for better and worse. A “captivating” (Christopher Leonard, author of The Lords of Easy Money) behind-the-scenes account of a once-reviled subculture’s strange path to pop legitimacy, Cage Kings embeds you in a world of desperate fighters, audacious promoters, fanboy bloggers, fatherly trainers, philosophical announcers, hustling sponsors, and three improbable twentysomething corporate titans on a darkly comic odyssey to normalize a new level of brutality in American pop culture—and make a fortune doing so. For in an era of generational poverty, eroding labor rights, radical media transformations, simmering political grievances, and an obsession with winning at any cost, the spectacle of two people fighting in a cage for another few months’ wages suddenly seemed to make sense. Stylishly written and poignantly observed, this “must-read for fans and the simply curious alike” (Matthew Polly, author of American Shaolin) offers a provocative look at how the hollowing out of the American dream and the violence of modern capitalism left us ready to embrace a sport like cage fighting.

Download or read book Win or Learn written by John Kavanagh and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Conor McGregor's trainer tells the amazing story of his long road to success in the world's fastest-growing sport Growing up in Dublin, John Kavanagh was a skinny lad who was frequently bullied. As a young man, after suffering a bad beating when he intervened to help a woman who was being attacked, he decided he had to learn to defend himself. Before long, he was training fighters in a tiny shed, and promoting the earliest mixed-martial arts events in Ireland. And then, a cocky kid called Conor McGregor walked into his gym ... In Win or Learn, John Kavanagh tells his own remarkable life story - which is at the heart of the story of the extraordinary explosion of MMA in Ireland and globally. Employing the motto 'win or learn', Kavanagh has become a guru to young men and women seeking to master the arts of combat. And as the trainer of the world's most charismatic champion, his gym has become a magnet for talented fighters from all over the globe. Kavanagh's portrait of Conor McGregor - who he has seen in his lowest moments, as well as in his greatest triumphs - is a revelation. What emerges from Win or Learn is a remarkable portrait of ambition, discipline, and persistence in the face of years and years of disappointment. It is a must read for every MMA fan - but also for anyone who wants to understand how to follow a dream and realize a vision. 'For anyone interested in following their dream to the end of the line' Tony Parsons 'It kept me up well past my bedtime' Sean O'Rourke, RTE Radio One 'Remarkable' Irish Times 'Kavanagh is open and honest about his upbringing ... The journey hasn't been easy, but Kavanagh's inbuilt determination has carried him all the way' Irish Examiner

Download or read book Into the Cage written by Nick Gullo and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the late-1980s, a VHS tape circulated through the martial arts underground. The grainy video, Gracies in Action, showed a slim Brazilian fighter in a traditional gi fighting a boxer, a wrestler, and finally a karate master. Art Davie saw the tape, and with Rorion Gracie, devised War of the Worlds, a combat tournament featuring fighters from every discipline. In 1993, the Ultimate Fighting Championship debuted in Denver, Colorado, and 86,000 home viewers paid to watch. Since then, under the leadership of UFC president Dana White, the popularity of MMA has skyrocketed. In Into the Cage, UFC insider Nick “the Tooth” Gullo gives us an unprecedented tour through the world of ultimate fighting. Here you will find the history of mixed martial arts; an in-depth appreciation of mixed martial arts styles; a behind-the-scenes look at The Ultimate Fighter; and a glimpse into life with a fight team and what it takes to face an opponent in the Octagon. Through 196 remarkable photographs and never-before-told anecdotes, Nick Gullo gives UFC fans unparalleled access to the training, lives, and careers of some of MMA’s most celebrated fighters, including Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre, Nick and Nate Diaz, Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey, and Chad Weidman; and also the people and personalities, from Joe Rogan to Arianny Celeste, who make the sport great. Above all, Into the Cage chronicles the hero’s journey embarked upon by some of the toughest, most skilled fighters the world has ever seen. Fascinating, uncensored, and insightful, this remarkable first-hand account reveals the world’s most compelling and fastest growing sport as it has never been seen before.

Download or read book The Marcus Garvey and Universal Negro Improvement Association Papers Volume XI written by Marcus Garvey and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 1983 with total page 1129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVThese papers contain over 2300 documents relating to the presence and influence of the Universal Negro Improvement Association in the Caribbean from 1911 to 1945./div

Download or read book The Ultimate Exodus written by Danielle Strickland and published by NavPress. This book was released on 2017 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God didn't just say to Pharaoh, "Let my people go " He also said to the Israelites--and He says to us--"Let go of what enslaves you, and follow me to freedom." The Ultimate Exodus opens our eyes to the things that enslave us, and it sets us on the path of our own exodus. Danielle Strickland revisits the story of the Exodus to see what we can learn from a people who were slaves and who learned from God what it means to be free. We discover as we go that deliverance goes much deeper than our circumstances. God uproots us from the things we have become slaves to, and He takes us on a long walk to the freedom He created us to enjoy.

Download or read book Made in America written by Matt Hughes and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-12-25 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ultimate fighting -- mixed martial arts competition between professional fighters which includes ju-jitsu, judo, boxing, kick0boxing and wrestling techniques -- is among the fastest-growing sports in the world today, outselling and outperforming boxing and indeed any other ring or combat sport. Coming live to the UK in April 2007 UFC sold out the Manchester MEN Arena, followed by further sell-out perfomances in Belfast in June and London in September at the 20,000-plus capacity O2. Matt Hughes, nine times UFC World Welterweight Champion, with a record of 42 wins from 48 fights to date, is the most dynamic figure in this hottest and most happening of sports. Here he recounts his sensational rise to stardom, from growing up on the family farm in Illinois to breaking records in the octagon in front of 20,000 live fans and 4 million television viewers.

Download or read book To The Top written by Fiaz Rafiq and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2021-04-26 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to sports and entertainment, the glitz and the glamour of celebrity life, most of us only aspire to gain something small such as an autograph. Few of us ever have the chance to sit down with stars and discuss their lives, or rub shoulders with those closest to them. Being up close and personal with UFC, boxing and entertainment stars is just part of Fiaz Rafiq's daily routine. He's worked closely with some of the most revered champions and pioneers of UFC. In this gripping memoir he shares riveting behind-the-scenes stories of the top MMA and boxing champions and legends - from Randy Couture, Royce Gracie, Brock Lesnar, Daniel Cormier and Conor McGregor to Muhammad Ali and Bruce Lee (to many the Godfather of MMA) - their gritty beginnings and their most triumphant moments. The result is the culmination of over two decades of work, gaining the trust and confidence of the greatest fighters and personalities in MMA and combat sports. To the Top is a fascinating odyssey that uncovers the hidden history of the most brutal combat sport on the planet.

Download or read book The Hypothalamic Pituitary Adrenal Axis in Health and Disease written by Eliza B. Geer and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-12-01 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cushing ́s syndrome is a rare disorder that is associated with many co-morbidities such as systemic hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, impaired immune function, and psychiatric disease, all of which severely reduce quality of life and life expectancy. This book reviews the role of cortisol in the human body, focusing on the effects of excess cortisol due to Cushing’s syndrome as well as the role of the HPA axis in metabolism, inflammation, and neuropsychiatric function. The volume will cover basic mechanistic data, clinical outcomes data, and novel therapies. Also discussed are everything from abnormalities of the HPA axis, to the role of the HPA axis in the development of neuropsychiatric disorders and metabolic disorders, to new definitions of Cushing’s remission and recurrence. The Hypothalamic Pituitary Adrenal Axis in Health and Disease will provide a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary review of the pathophysiology and outcomes of excess cortisol in the human body and brain as well as the role of the HPA axis in other disease states.

Download or read book Underground Guitar Handbook written by Jason Earls and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-11-06 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you've ever wanted to learn the newest "underground" and innovative guitar methods, this handbook is for you. Filled with cutting-edge and avant-garde techniques, the Underground Guitar Handbook contains detailed explanations and musical examples of such topics as: four-finger licks, unusual scales, diminished licks, tremolo bar flutters and gurgles, the wah-wham method, tritones and flatted fifths, Shawn Lane's "impossible" chord, speed-picking licks, pedal point phrases, new hardware ideas, atonal patterns, mysticism, finger-tapping licks, and much more. Links to the author's youtube videos in which he performs the techniques are also provided, (plus a handful of musical short stories for additional entertainment). For learning the most cutting-edge guitar techniques (many never before published), this manual is all you will ever need.

Download or read book Becoming a Pro UFC Fighter Mastering the Steps Discipline and Mindset of Conor McGregor written by MR. BIG WEALTH and published by MR. BIG WEALTH. This book was released on 2023-09-07 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Becoming a Pro UFC Fighter: Mastering the Steps, Discipline, and Mindset of Conor McGregor" is the ultimate guide for aspiring fighters who dream of reaching the pinnacle of success in the UFC. This comprehensive resource takes you on a journey through the steps, discipline, and mindset required to become a professional fighter, drawing inspiration from the legendary Conor McGregor. With expert insights, training techniques, and invaluable advice, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in the world of mixed martial arts. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter, "Becoming a Pro UFC Fighter" is your roadmap to achieving greatness in the octagon.

Download or read book The Professor in the Cage written by Jonathan Gottschall and published by Penguin Books. This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "When a mixed martial arts (MMA) gym moves in across the street from his office, Jonathan Gottschall sees a challenge, and an opportunity. Pushing forty, out of shape, and disenchanted with his job as an adjunct English professor, part of him yearns to cross the street and join up. The other part is terrified. Gottschall eventually works up his nerve, and starts training for a real cage fight. He's fighting not only as a personal test but also to answer questions that have intrigued him for years: Why do men fight? And why do so many seemingly decent people like to watch?"--Amazon.com.

Download or read book The History of the UFC Book 1 written by James Bren and published by Gregory Groves. This book was released on with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the thrilling world of mixed martial arts with "History of the UFC Book 1," a riveting account of the rise of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Join acclaimed author James Bren as he takes you on an unforgettable journey through the origins, triumphs, and controversies that shaped this global sports phenomenon. Unravel the captivating story of how the UFC emerged from obscurity in the early 1990s, defying skeptics and legal challenges to become one of the most dynamic sports organizations in the world. Meet the visionaries behind its success, Dana White, Lorenzo Fertitta, and Frank Fertitta III, and discover the passion and determination that fueled their journey to forge a fighting empire. Venture inside the octagon and witness the rise of legendary fighters who etched their names in MMA history, from the Gracie family's jiu-jitsu dominance to the powerhouse reigns of Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, and Amanda Nunes. Feel the adrenaline rush as you relive epic moments and iconic showdowns that gripped the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. In "History of the UFC Book 1," James Bren provides an intimate look at the organization's pivotal partnerships, including the groundbreaking deal with Reebok and the historic merger with WWE. Explore the strategic moves that shaped the UFC's trajectory and cemented its status as a cultural phenomenon. Prepare to be enthralled by exclusive behind-the-scenes details and the untold stories of courage and resilience from fighters who pushed the boundaries of human potential inside the octagon. As we journey through the pages of this enthralling narrative, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the profound impact of the UFC on the lives of its fighters and devoted fans. Whether you're a die-hard UFC enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of MMA, "History of the UFC Book 1" promises an adrenaline-pumping ride through the sport's storied history. James Bren's masterful storytelling will leave you inspired by the tenacity and spirit of the athletes who graced the UFC stage. Get ready to relive the unforgettable moments, rivalries, and triumphs that shaped the UFC's legacy and laid the foundation for the sport's explosive growth. "History of the UFC Book 1" is the ultimate celebration of the fighting spirit that forever changed the landscape of mixed martial arts.

Download or read book Blood in the Cage written by L. Jon Wertheim and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2009 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on unlimited access to the Ultimate Fighting Championship and its rival leagues, "Blood in the Cage" peers through the chain-link Octagon into the frighteningly seductive world of mixed martial arts.