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Service as a Software Substitute (SaaSS) means using a service as a substitute for running a downloaded copy of a program. This process allows large companies user profile and usage information while providing users with smaller download instances of their program or data or online only access. Several large tech companies whose software used to be very large and expensive are proponents of SaaS who believe that offering the software in a subscription model through cloud-like usage helps to lower the cost and bring their software into more lower income markets. Others against SaaS believe that using this function takes the ownership, freedom to alter or use the program, and control over the computer program away from the user with the high cost of personal information and usage statistics.

This phrase using SaaS suggests the use of software by a service, and when combined with the witty saying “don’t sass me,” protests the operating systems that automatically include services that do not respect privacy.

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The Community Food Co-Op is an independent, community-owned grocery store with two locations in Bozeman, Montana. The grocery stores specialize in local, sustainable, and ethically produced groceries. It is equally owned by its community members. 

The member loan program is a way for the co-op to raise funds for expansion of programs and service. Members loan the co-op money and receive payment back with interest after a period of several years. The latest member loan program was used for its “Co-op the Whole Block” program, which successfully built a large new location.

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The Tea Party movement was launched in 2009 in response to many of newly elected President Obama’s policies. What began as a series of protests, made up of groups of conservative, populist, and libertarians calling for lower taxes and reduced national debt, started a movement that has long since altered the Republican party’s face and has heavily shaped the politics around them. 

In 2012, the Southern Colorado Tea Party Organization made national news for receiving a $20,000 fine for a campaign finance violation. They declined to formally endorse a presidential candidate during that year’s Republican primary election. Instead, they conducted straw polls of its member’s preferences. However, previous endorsements included 3rd District congressman candidate Bob McConnell who claimed their endorsement in 2010, along with Republican Governor Dan Maes, who received a $400 donation by the organization according to court records. Another $400 donation was listed as going to Colorado Treasurer Candidate J.J. Ament. 

It was these campaign donations that lead to a complaint filed by Dr. Malik Hasan to hold the group accountable under transparency rules governing campaign finance. According to campaign law, any group that donates money directly to a candidate must file a political donor committee with the Secretary of State. However, the group claimed that the complaint was retaliatory because they did not endorse Hasan’s son, Ali Hasan, during his 2010 run for State Treasurer. They also claimed that the finance rule did not apply to them as they were not a political organization, but instead a social club akin to a bowling league. 

In response, the group did not answer the court-ordered summons and deposition requests, which resulted in the Judge ruling a default judgment against them. The group appealed to the higher courts, but in 2013, Colorado Court of Appeals upheld the previous May 2012 ruling that imposed the $10,000 fine and $9,700 in attorney fees.

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Spread the Word to End the Word is an inclusive movement working to end discrimination and exclusive speech. The movement was founded in 2009 to specifically address the word “retard(ed)” by acknowledging its harmful nature and ramifications in culture. This movement partners with Special Olympics and Best Buddies along with other advocacy programs to change the language associated with disabilities. In 2019, this movement changed to Spread the Word to expand the focus to creating a new inclusive reality for people living with mental and physical disabilities.

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The Greater Oklahoma City YMCAs offer a free Teen Working on Wellness (W.O.W.) class. After youth ages twelve to fourteen take the class, they are able to take adult group exercise classes and use the fitness center. But these teens cannot use the free weights, dumbbells, or cables at the fitness center. A parent or guardian must attend the class with them. Pat and Kristina are two youths who completed this class.

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“Caught!” is a term that indicates the person (in which this phrase is directed at) has been seen doing something that she or he was trying to hide and had failed to do so. Hence, she or he has been caught.

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PACE: Political and Civic Engagement is a degree offered at Indiana University, Bloomington. The degree focuses on political and civic engagement, meaning students have the opportunity to learn about politics, American society, and hone in on their political skills. Students also work with other students who have different perspectives and sometimes opposing views on politics. Students also analyze policies and come up with solutions to societal problems.