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Main Entry: per·se·cute Pronunciation: 'p&r-si-"kyüt Function: transitive verb Inflected Form(s): -cut·ed ; -cut·ing Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French persecuter, back-formation from persecuteur persecutor, from Late Latin persecutor, from persequi to persecute, from Latin, to pursue, from per- through + sequi to follow -- more at SUE 1 : to harass or punish in a manner designed to injure, grieve, or afflict; specifically : to cause to suffer because of belief 2 : to annoy with persistent or urgent approaches (as attacks, pleas, or importunities) : PESTER synonym see WRONG This is the word that the NAACP used today to describe how Michael Vick is being treated after abused and dead dogs were found at his house, and he plead guilty to running a dog fighting operation. Isn't it awful how the media has so ruthlessly publicized his crimes? The NAACP also believe it would be unfair for him to lose his NFL career over this matter - AS IF HE IS ...

Recently, a couple friends and family members have asked me "what exactly is it you do?" It's a fair question, so I will now provide you a glimpse into my weekly routine by detailing my activities this week: Monday: 5:30 wake up, finish packing, check flight status 6:15 discover that Delta has managed to already screw up my flights for this morning and decide to call Delta customer service. I'm a "Gold Elite" frequent flier with Delta, which means they provide me with a unique 1-800 number that connects me to an American in Atlanta rather than "Mike" in Bangalore. Nice. I got a hold of Stephanie at Delta who tells me that the crew who flew the MD-80 into Lexington last night got in late, and they need to rest more before they can fly again. Delta has re-routed me on some flights that get me into San Francisco at 6pm (instead of my original 11AM scheduled arrival) and includes a 4 hour layover in Atlanta. No thanks, Stephanie, what else have y...