All categories - 14 August 2006

My Indian friend grew up in Switzerland and other European countries ( dad is in the embassy) and when he came to live in the U.S he noticed how much racial tension he found ( more than the European countries) I tried to explain to him that when you have so many different groups of people in one area, there will be clashing somewhere. When he found out about the "n" word and how it is used and used to be used, he can't see why it is still offensive when any one of any race says it. He gives examples of other offensive words for other ethnic groups such as "wet back"and rag head (Indian). I know that all offensive terms for groups are equally offensive. How do I help get the point across to him that the "n" word has a very strong meaning and has been used so long to put down an ethnic group because of something that enthinic group could never change--skin color.

2006-08-14 03:11:27 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

I'm a college student so I don't have that much money. It doesn't mean I'm not willing to spend on her. What would be the perfect gift to get her. I know I should get a nice card but what else should i get her?

2006-08-14 03:11:21 · 11 answers · asked by Uncreative Name 2 in Singles & Dating

We are from Arizona and are going to be vacationing in Acapulco. The time-share we are staying at has a kitchen so we wanted to take food with us. Mostly meats and condiments. I know that I can not take fruits and veggies but does anyone know about the rest.
Also, if you know of a website that has this listed let me know so I can print it out if I get hassled in customs.
Thanks!!

2006-08-14 03:11:17 · 12 answers · asked by stoffan00 1 in Acapulco

Is either one of these worth getting??
......I have a home gym I use...and protein and creatine that I was taking......but before I start up again and build the bulk I want to lose the spare tire....I went from a fast paced job where I moved around alot to a sit down office job and since then(about a year) I went from a 30-32 inch waist to a 38-39 inch waist....

I've seen the commercials and Anna Nicole looks great, but you know she did alot more then just TrimSpa....the hydroxcut commercials seem more realistic

any suggestions????

2006-08-14 03:11:17 · 11 answers · asked by J. G. 2 in Diet & Fitness

2006-08-14 03:11:14 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Movies

I could have sworn I saw her on a ducumentary about prostitutes in Hunt's Point and in Atlantic City.... If not, I know I saw her on TV before! Anyone know for sure?

2006-08-14 03:11:11 · 4 answers · asked by Meliskell 2 in Television

I've met so many people who said they were there I reckon it should have been held on Zanzibar!

2006-08-14 03:11:02 · 8 answers · asked by sleepyredlion 4 in Music

I'd like to hear how your peers in school helped to impact your life in a psoitive way.

2006-08-14 03:11:01 · 2 answers · asked by his.grace 3 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-08-14 03:10:55 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I'm using WinXp professional. Is it possible i copy my files out before formatting the system?

2006-08-14 03:10:53 · 10 answers · asked by Lexy 1 in Security

2006-08-14 03:10:51 · 1 answers · asked by precioustt 1 in Singles & Dating

she got used to large family around constantly to entertain her,but we are moving to cairo so it'l be just me whole day. cud u recomend toy or anything to entertain her?

2006-08-14 03:10:43 · 21 answers · asked by nomadneesa 2 in Newborn & Baby

Just wondered if anyone was an EMT... do you get competitive wages and decent health care??

2006-08-14 03:10:41 · 4 answers · asked by ~*Sarah*~ 3 in Careers & Employment

Don't you think they just take up the board ? It's really annoying to me. Anyone else feel the same ?

2006-08-14 03:10:21 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

Everytime I go to close the phone with the speakerphone on, it disconnects the call. The manual on the web doesn't seem to be much help, and the one I received was in Italian.

2006-08-14 03:10:16 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cell Phones & Plans

can be from any band

2006-08-14 03:10:13 · 22 answers · asked by iluvU2&INXS 3 in Music

2006-08-14 03:10:02 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

I was just wondering if there is some kinda of form that ex-employers put into their reference towards new employers.
I have just been offered a new job, and they have told me they will be writting for references from previous employers. I have never had many problems with any employer, however I am currently off work sick due to a knee injury, I am almost recovered however. Will they place this in the reference?, could it possibly affect my offer of employment.

2006-08-14 03:09:59 · 25 answers · asked by blacknedkittie 2 in Careers & Employment

2006-08-14 03:09:58 · 44 answers · asked by soma 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

i was wondering if anyone had some recipies for chicken like chicken brest with ribs on it. plz help.

2006-08-14 03:09:53 · 8 answers · asked by sagus2114 1 in Cooking & Recipes

what do you think about this war and its results on both countries or even other parts of world?and what do you think about its enemies?

2006-08-14 03:09:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2006-08-14 03:09:48 · 6 answers · asked by Angela M 2 in Television

The mayor of Hazleton,PA says illegel immigration is destroying small towns,that dont have the buget to deal with the influx.The city concel passed a law that landlords renting to illegels would face fines.He now wants renters to have to go to city hall to obtain a renters permit.The permit requires a background check with the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Opponents are ready to fight this law.The Puerto Rican Legal Defence and Education Fund and the PA chapter of the ACLU say they are preparing a lawsuit.
Four states have passed similar state laws laws:Georgia,Louisanna.Colorado and Pennsylvania.So it is possible to draft local city ordinances that deal with immigration that will stand up to judicial scrutiny.
My question,what are your thoughts on laws such as this.Are they good for protecting the landlords from facing fines,are they an invasion of personal rights, are they a way of controling the illigel immigration problem?

2006-08-14 03:09:45 · 25 answers · asked by Yakuza 7 in Immigration

EVERY time i put the key in the ignition the power motor for the antenna goes into action,,,i checked the owners manual and it says that the motor should only activate when both the key is in the ignition, (acc position or engine running) AND the radio is turned on,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,thanks,,,oh and it's a 1984 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon

2006-08-14 03:09:44 · 2 answers · asked by cochiseman 1 in Car Audio

2006-08-14 03:09:42 · 3 answers · asked by Christy J 1 in Auto Racing

My husband and I are married civilly only, which means of course by the court. We are planning to get married by the church, so, we do not want to have anything big, like a big ceremony or anything of that sort because we actually had it when we got married civilly. What do you recommend? We could go out to eat that day with our family or such as we had thought, but are not sure what to do. On the other hand, we have thought of just keeping it sweet and simple and just inviting the family to church and go eat or something afterwards. Any suggestions appreciated.

2006-08-14 03:09:42 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Weddings

while i have driven my moms suburban while i had my permit, i would like a smaller car. Not only are bigger cars so much to handle, they just cost alot to fill up. I was wondering if there were any cars that are not huge( old police cars) and also safe ( not kias) that are good for teens.

2006-08-14 03:09:41 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

2006-08-14 03:09:36 · 10 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-08-14 03:09:32 · 11 answers · asked by lillylou 1 in Cooking & Recipes

2006-08-14 03:09:27 · 10 answers · asked by girlfriend 1 in Singles & Dating