The hook being he signed a sponsorship deal where he has to be a staff expert on call for all things even vaguely poker related for the PokerStars public access cable show.
The hook being he signed a sponsorship deal where he has to be a staff expert on call for all things even vaguely poker related for the PokerStars public access cable show.
"Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness." - Alejandro Jodorowsky
"America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers." -- William S. Burroughs
Wow, unreal. Does Raymer have any sponsors?
TRUMP 2024!
Originally Posted by verminaard
See where Im going with this?
"Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness." - Alejandro Jodorowsky
"America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers." -- William S. Burroughs
Was he acting on behalf of the PPA. Pecker Purchasing Alliance
Last edited by Deal; 03-15-2013 at 08:40 AM. Reason: sp
"Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness." - Alejandro Jodorowsky
"America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers." -- William S. Burroughs
Also arrested in the sting were:
Kevin Scott Konarzewski, Wake Forest, NC
Barrett Lee Bennett, Durham, NC
Christopher Burell Shella, Durham, NC <-----Represented the woman who falsely claimed the Duke Lacrosse players raped her
Robert Hancock, Wake Forest, NC
Gerald Barham, Wake Forest, NC
Your trivial tid-bit o' the day
I know I give you a lot of shit but this is amazing.
"Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness." - Alejandro Jodorowsky
"America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers." -- William S. Burroughs
"You run into an asshole in the morning, you ran into an asshole; you run into assholes all day, you're the asshole."
So greasy, I just assumed that since Vegas is basically a gay vacation mecca, it had a pretty accessible gay escort scene.
Also, if SrlslySerious isnt already making a breaking news cartoon covering this where every comment and pontification coming from the on-air reporter about gay prostitution cuts to a confused Daniel Negraneu being introduced as a staff expert, then I lose faith in everything.
Eg:
Burt Sandywoods: "Breaking news, an unnamed WSOP bracelet winner and corpulent aficionado of dinosaurs is reportedly being charged with soliciting prostitution! Just how far will addicts of gay sex go to get their 'fix'? CXBC staff expert Daniel Negraneu has the facts! Daniel?"
Cut to confused looking Daniel Negraneu whose in a bathrobe putting sugar in his coffee, filmed through his kitchen window. Superimposed under him is "Daniel Negraneu: Gay Sex Authority" in an official looking banner.
MAYHEM ENSUES.
When you put your skills to good use, its quite enjoyable.
Tom Dwan cameo?
I was more referring to heterosexual prostitution in Vegas (Druff has some great stories on hooker bars. If you scour the 2p2 and old NW forums, hilarious stories on hooker rollings as well).
So greasy, I just assumed that since Vegas is basically a gay vacation mecca, it had a pretty accessible gay escort scene.
TBH, I'd tend to agree that a place like Vegas could be a hotspot for gay prostitution (although, I'd always considered LA/California the mecca for that - see: Heeb).
The business of paying for gay/tranny sex is BOOMING. There was a funny and informative podcast by Joe Rogan when he interviewed ASA's David Choe and comedian Yoshi Obayashi.
Yoshi works in the porn industry as a video editor - he basically watches HOURS of porn. He says the money that is rolling in isn't over the girls, due to those prices deflating (thank to internet piracy). The money coming in is over gay/tranny porn.....because it's a "niche" item (as well as my theory that I'd bet the guys who schill out thousands for this stuff are corrupt CEOs/Bankers/Lawyers and big money guys who can afford this crap - ala the Senate in Roman times).
i have to say, drk star has been on fire lately.
and lol @ raymer..that guy always had those shifty eyes. you know he was the kind that would harbor many things. not that this is one of them..
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I wonder how much his wife is going to get in the divorce...
She could be the type that actually "Stands by her man."
"You run into an asshole in the morning, you ran into an asshole; you run into assholes all day, you're the asshole."
http://www.shellalaw.com/shella.html
Christopher Shella
Chris Shella is the Managing Director of Shella, Harris & Aus, PC.
He is the head of the litigation practice area of the firm. Chris has tried cases up and down the east coast in state and federal court. Moreover, he is admitted to the practice of law in approximately 4 states and 20 jurisdictions including the United States Supreme Court. He has more than 100 jury trials to his credit.
Mr. Shella and his cases have prominently appeared in the New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, and various news outlets across the world.
Chris concentrates on employment law, insurance defense, white collar litigation, and general business litigation. He is also the author of two books "Grinding It Out: How To Create A Six-Figure-Law Practice" and "Reasonable Facsimile". He has also served as corporate counsel to one of the largest entertainment venues on Long Island. He has also worked at two of the one hundred largest law firms in the United States.
Mr. Shella is a graduate of Morehouse College and The University of Texas At Austin School Of Law. He also studied at the University College Of London. He also clerked on the Texas Court Of Criminal Appeals (the highest criminal court in the state of Texas).
He is a member of The American Bar Association, The National Bar Association, and the state bars of New York, Maryland, North Carolina, and the District of Columbia.
He is also a former candidate for Town Supervisor in Brookhaven, New York (the largest town in the United States).
WSOP ME winners are almost becoming as bad as lottery winners when it comes to "after win fail"
- Yang's bracelet goes on sale by the IRS
- Jaime Gold being bankrupted multiple times over, morally and fiscally
- Raymer gets caught paying cash to suck dick (or to be a bottom?)
Jesus fucking christ, apparently he's also being charged with "attempted crime against nature".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_against_nature
Apparently this is a felony in North Carolina. God bless America.Sexual practices that have historically been considered by some to be "crimes" against nature include homosexual acts, anal sex, bestiality, incest, miscegenation and necrophilia. Other less common examples include heterosexual fellatio and cunnilingus, other non-procreative sexual practices, or procreative sexual acts in the wrong position or without procreative intent, even between married couples.
FYPShe could be the type that actually "Stands by her mEn."
Full Legal Name: Christopher Burell Shella
Name as it Appears on the Ballot: Chris Shella
Seat Sought: Superior Court Judge, District 14-B
Partisan Affiliation: Democrat
Date of Birth: 03-31-1971
Campaign Web Site: www.chrisshella.com, chris shella for superior court (facebook)
Occupation & Employer: attorney, self-employed
Bachelor's Degree Year & Institution: BA International Studies (concentration Economics) Morehouse College 1993
JD Year & School: JD University of Texas at Austin School of Law 1996
Other Degrees: LL.M. Coursework University College London
Years lived in North Carolina: 1971-1989, 2006- to present
Work Phone: 919 699 5800
Email: chrisshella@yahoo.com
1. What do you believe are the most important issues facing the Superior Court? What are your top priorities or issues of concern for the coming term?
Speedy trial issues are huge for the Superior Court. I have had clients sit in jail for almost 4 years while awaiting their day in court. Something has to be done so that both defendants and plaintiffs get speedier justice. I know everyone wants people to be punished for crime but we don't want people sitting in jail for years for a determination of that to occur.
Making cases move faster through the system is my top priority.
I would also like to explore sentencing alternatives for low level felonies such as house arrest and electronic G.P.S. monitoring. This would allow for more room at the jail for those who would truly endanger our community with violence.
2. What qualifies you to serve?
I have been both a prosecutor and defense attorney. I have seen justice from both sides. I have tried 100 + jury trials and handled over 50 murder cases in North Carolina , New York, Maryland, and the District Of Columbia in both state and federal court. I have clerked on the highest criminal court in the state of Texas reviewing death penalty appeals and writs of habeas corpus.
My wide and various court experience coupled with the common sense my parents instilled in me growing up in Hillsborough and Durham give me not only the ability but the compassion to serve as a good judge.
3. How do you define yourself politically? How does that impact your judicial approach?
I'm a Democrat. I'm not dogmatic on the issues and I'm willing to listen to people of all political stripes as long as the discussion is grounded in respect. My approach would be to listen to both sides , research the law, and render a decision on how the law applies to what is before me. I don't believe in prejudging any issue
4. FOR INCUMBENTS: What have been your most important decisions in your current capacity? FOR CHALLENGERS: What decisions has the incumbent made that you most disagree with?
This question does not apply . There are no incumbents in this race. There are three seats available. Judge Hardin was appoint to a seat and is running for election to any one of the three seats.
An incumbent is someone who has been elected to a position and seeks reelection. That does not apply in this race.
5. What do you feel was the U.S. Supreme Court's most important recent decision? Did you agree with the majority?
Recent is relative but Bush v. Gore, 531 US 98 (2000). The key issue is that while there was a violation of the equal protection clause, that there could not be established a fair way to do that under the time limit set by the State of Florida for a recount. I disagree with the court. The pertinent issue is that the Supreme court hangs it hat on a n artificial time limit of Dec 12 for the decision to be made. That was not the law. Florida law only contemplated a " reasonable time" for a decision to be made which was based on the importance of an election . What would not be reasonable for a mayoral election can be reasonable in a presidential election. I believe that there is always time to protect the rights of all voters. I don't think it's a reasonable decision to say time is up so we have to end the election before the rights of American voters are protected.
6. Do you feel that North Carolina's current system of judicial elections serves the state well? Are there other forms of selecting judges you feel would function better or worse than the current one?
I do. I have worked in jurisdictions that elect like North Carolina and appoint like DC. I can tell you there is no difference in the quality of judges. I personally like the election process because it brings the judges closer to the electorate. Its easy for a defendant to feel like he is in a "star chamber" when the person who is making decisions in his case is totally removed from th general public. The reality is that taking elections out of judicial seats won't take the politics out of it. I have faith in the American voter and believe they are well equipped to decide on judges.
7. Have you ever pled guilty or no contest to any criminal charge other than a minor traffic offense? Please explain.
No
8. Identify and explain one principled stand you would be willing to take if elected that you suspect might cost you some popularity points with voters.
While I believe that bail is appropriate to ensure a defendant's return to court and the safety of the community, I don't believe that it should be used in a manner to punish defendants. I, on the other hand, have serious concerns about defendants charged with murder being released on low bonds.
9. What specifically about your qualifications do you think will enable you to improve the administration of justice in Criminal Superior Court?
I have seen both sides of the criminal system. I know what are real delays and what are excuses. Both prosecutors and defense attorney's know I understand the system and have worked in that system. Thar in itself, engenders respect and will allow me to operate the court efficiently. Most importantly, having handled major felony trials, I have a litigator's ear. A litigator's ear is the ability to hear cases, hear evidence and see the weakness and strengths in a case. I can identify error during a trial because I have heard it before trying cases, so I can protect both the rights of the defendants and the state.
Shit just went loud on TMZ.com.
"Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness." - Alejandro Jodorowsky
"America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers." -- William S. Burroughs
As I recall, Peter Eastgate once said in an interview he had the greatest respect for Greg Raymer as a poker personality.
It makes complete sense now.
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