Reagan Toasts, History Clips

March 17, 2024 Lehan Edirisinghe

A brief page about Reagan Toasts and History Clips.

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Facebook Moderation, Do the Right Thing and Moving Websites

4:00 p.m.

Facebook is getting slow at detecting stuff. I think in Do the right thing, they use N word a few times. I have crafted this post sequence to Video Killed the Radio Star song. I think slow readers have reported. Even i thought it was offensive, but it is from a movie and it's been shared to draw attention to their racist violence. We're keen on going on our own website, as it's easier to monetize. But should keep fb too as it all began here.

Ronald Reagan is depicted in a formal setting, delivering a speech. He is dressed in a classic black tuxedo with a bow tie, standing behind a microphone against an elegant backdrop, likely in a formal venue or a government building. The lighting is warm, highlighting Reagan as he speaks. The video is from a YouTube channel called "Reagan Library," with the title indicating it features toasts by Ronald Reagan and President J.R. Jayewardene of Sri Lanka on June 18, 1984. The on-screen caption reads, "program to assist in the upgrading of Sri Lanka's English language teaching," suggesting a diplomatic or cooperative educational initiative. The video sidebar shows related content about Ronald Reagan, confirming the historical and political context of the image. The screenshot captures a moment from a significant diplomatic exchange, reflecting the formal and serious tone of the event.
- Title: "Toasts of President Reagan and President J.R. Jayewardene of Sri Lanka on June 18, 1984"
- Channel / profile: "Reagan Library"
- Site / app: "YouTube"
- Captions / subtitles: "program to assist in the upgrading of Sri Lanka's English language teaching"

Norman Vincent Peale, Nixon and the Redwood Forests

10:45 p.m.

Where'd this positivity pastor go?

Norman Vincent Peale.

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I saw you in the Redwood Forests, with Nixon and Henry

My friends..

Hehehe

The screenshot depicts a YouTube video titled "China Visit of Mrs. Sirimavo Bandaranaike - Video1" featured on the channel Anne Fernando. The scene captures a significant historical moment, showing a motorcade parade during a visit. In the foreground, a person in a formal suit is seated in an open-top vehicle, which is surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd waving and holding banners. A large banner in the background reads "MAVO BANDARANAIKE!" suggesting a celebratory atmosphere.
The video, likely documenting a prominent international diplomatic event, showcases Mrs. Sirimavo Bandaranaike's visit to China. The focus is on the interactions and relations between countries during this period. The setting is outdoors, amidst a large public gathering with visible excitement and reverence for the visiting dignitary. The colors in the image are slightly muted, typical of older footage. The overall ambiance conveys the importance of the occasion, emphasizing political and cultural diplomacy of the time.
- Title: "China Visit of Mrs. Sirimavo Bandaranaike - Video1"
- Channel / profile: "Anne Fernando"
- Site / app: "YouTube"
- Captions / subtitles: "Auto-play is on"

Liking China and Explaining “Wo”

11:30 p.m.

Cute

I like China

I can speak some Chinese

Wo means I

The screenshot is taken from a YouTube video titled "MILITARY TECHNOLOGIES THAT HAVE REACHED A NEW LEVEL," featured on the channel TechZone. It shows a demonstration of advanced military technology. The center of the image features a robotic dog equipped with what appears to be a mounted weapon or equipment on its back, suggesting its role in military applications. The robot is positioned on a red carpet adorned with the text "ARMY," indicating a formal or exhibition setting. The carpeted area is indoors, and people are visible in the background, wearing casual attire, such as jeans and sneakers, observing the demonstration.
In the lower-right corner, the logo of "РИА НОВОСТИ" is prominently displayed, indicating the source of the content. The lighting is bright, typical of an indoor exhibition. The interface shows YouTube's layout with video details like views and upload time visible. Suggested videos are displayed on the right side, with topics related to technology and military innovations. The setting reflects a high-technology environment focusing on cutting-edge military advancements.

Woof, Woof

2:45 a.m.

Woof, woof!

The image is a screenshot from a YouTube video titled "WALL STREET Clip - \"Democracy?\" (1987) Michael Douglas" on the channel JoBlo Movie Clips. The scene is from the movie "Wall Street," featuring Charlie Sheen. He is in an office setting, wearing a dark suit with a striped shirt and a tie. His expression appears contemplative or skeptical, as he looks slightly to the side. The office has large windows with a cityscape view in the background, and there are old-style computer monitors visible on a desk. The lighting is soft, typical of an indoor scene during the day. The subtitle reads, "now you're not naive enough to think we're living in a democracy," indicating a conversation about political or social themes. The setting and attire suggest a professional environment, possibly indicating a business meeting or a significant dialogue in the film.
- Title: "WALL STREET Clip - \"Democracy?\" (1987) Michael Douglas"
- Channel / profile: "JoBlo Movie Clips"
- Site / app: "YouTube"
- Captions / subtitles: "now you're not naive enough to think we're living in a democracy"

Managed Democracy and Vote Lehan

2:45 a.m. (b)

Greed is good and █████████████████

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The image is a screenshot from a YouTube video titled "Commodores- Nightshift," performed by The Commodores. The video presents a live performance, with a singer on stage wearing an elaborate white suit adorned with glittering details, typical of a showman's outfit. The lighting is vibrant, with lens flares creating a dynamic atmosphere, adding to the energy of the live concert setting. The screenshot captures the excitement of a live music performance, with the artist engaged with the microphone, suggesting they are mid-song. The video is uploaded on the channel "The Commodores" and has garnered 310K views, indicating its popularity. Various suggested videos related to music are visible on the right side, enhancing the context of this being a music-focused content platform. The overall mood of the scene is lively and engaging, capturing the essence of a live performance.
- Title: "Commodores- Nightshift"
- Channel / profile: "The Commodores"
- Site / app: "YouTube"

Palith Was a Friend

2:45 a.m. (c)

Palith... was a friend of mine..

The screenshot displays a black-and-white video titled "Queen In Ceylon (1954)" from the British Pathé YouTube channel. The scene shows a formal gathering, likely a historical event, taking place indoors. In the foreground, a group of people is engaged in conversation. Among them is a woman in a white dress and pearls, possibly representing a significant figure given the context of the video title, which mentions a queen. Nearby, a man in a naval uniform adorned with a garland is standing attentively.
The background features several other individuals, including men in suits and a woman in traditional attire, indicating a multicultural setting. The video is part of a historical archive, evidenced by the British Pathé watermark. The YouTube interface displays a sidebar with related videos on history and cultural topics, enhancing the educational value of this content. The overall mood is formal and respectful, capturing a moment of cultural significance from the mid-20th century.
- Title: "Queen In Ceylon (1954)"
- Channel / profile: "British Pathé"
- Site / app: "YouTube"

Calling Her a Beautiful Queen

2:45 a.m. (d)

She was a beautiful queen.

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