Politics & Government - 7 August 2006

Is conservatism finished?
"conservatism was always a delicate balancing act between small-government economic libertarians and social traditionalists who revered family, faith,and values.The two wings were often held together by a coomon enemy."
~Washington post group~

2006-08-07 07:51:08 · 16 answers · asked by trusolja_dareal23 1 in Government

Why is President Bush making it more difficult for people to enter the United States and to become citizens. Why do immigrants need appointments at embassies if they need a green card before they may be seen? What is our nation coming to, one of fear or one of closed borders?

2006-08-07 07:50:12 · 9 answers · asked by John Luke 5 in Immigration

We have to say it with votes people so PLEASE get out and vote the next election. Don't let the Voter ID Bill keep you away. There are other proofs of identification that is acceptable other than a driver's license. I am in the State of Georgia and did an absentee vote a few weeks ago. No problems at all. And I didn't even need a valid reason for voting absentee. I got the ballot in the mail from my county registrar's office and mailed it back in. We have to wake up in this country and take it back from the screwballs currently in Washington that have done NOTHING for our country that has been beneficial except to help the very wealthy. I'm not against wealth but when you "rob from the poor to give to the rich", I have a problem with that. I don't mean to sound like a politician and believe it or not, I don't claim to be Democrat or Republican. We Americans don't need to be spoon fed anymore and start thinking for ourselves instead of being told what to think.

2006-08-07 07:50:08 · 43 answers · asked by jeanhall 2 in Other - Politics & Government

Any legionaires on the site? I'm thinking about joining and wanted any insight available. Has the legion been involved in the middle east or are they still mainly in Africa?

2006-08-07 07:49:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

He always wears the same green outfit

2006-08-07 07:49:42 · 17 answers · asked by meshan 3 in Government

WHy doesnt US take them ALL out?? Why are terrorists allowed in OUR country? If BUSH cared so much....all those Middle Easterners would go home!

2006-08-07 07:49:20 · 9 answers · asked by gigerninfo 2 in Government

2006-08-07 07:48:08 · 7 answers · asked by Olivia 4 in Politics

This is continuation from earlier question. Already been to MP. Did name bully this person was already on 12 month disciplinary for b & H when put in formal complaint. I did not know this until after the expiry. Seen employment solicitor cause union were unsupportive. After 2 years bully given option to resign as there was too much evidence against them. Now county saying bullying not proved as person resigned. Massive Cover up for reasons which I cannot state - to p rotect this person. Already been threatened that if we go to papers we will suffer consequences. Told by investigatory that if successful we would open flood gates for such lot people - this is why resigned. Cannot affor another solicitor as already cost thousands. Don't want any money we just don't want this to happen to anyone else and it will if nothing is done. We do not know what to do. Went back to work eventually and disciples of bully told me they would use and abuse me (can cope). any advice please

2006-08-07 07:48:04 · 9 answers · asked by jessica 1 in Law & Ethics

Since they are already weakened my Castrol's coma, wouldn't we now have a stradegic advantage.

2006-08-07 07:45:25 · 13 answers · asked by judgemartiniz 5 in Military

What if he uses watercolors?

How about a Dremel tool?

2006-08-07 07:45:24 · 4 answers · asked by Just Ask 2 in Law Enforcement & Police

Just wanted to make sure I understood which conflict he was talking about.

2006-08-07 07:45:21 · 22 answers · asked by Fantasy Girl 3 in Politics

They have also poured billions of dollars into various republican campaigns, think tanks etc... could it be we OWED them the Iraq war? The Saudis are now building madrasas all over Iraq, trying to convert them to the savage hatred of wahhabi islam.

2006-08-07 07:45:16 · 4 answers · asked by keepitsafe2think 2 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-08-07 07:44:52 · 17 answers · asked by malingenie 2 in Politics

how do you all feel about welfare, the healthcare system? what about illegal immigrants, minimum wage, big businesses? personally i believe in affordable healthcare where EVERYONE can afford some coverage yet they are still paying some amount so that doctors can still get paid a decent salary AND with the extra cash build more hospitals. illegal immigrants im perfectly ok with to some extent. mainly becuase they are the only ones rebuilding New Orleans right now (where i live). i like bush's idea on govt. work papers. minimum wage (in my oppinion) ties in with big businesses and outsourcing. cut outsourcing and there would be no need to raise minimum wage due to the extra income this nation as a whole would have, thus lowering prices for each individual. if you raise minimum wage now it gives companies a reason to switch to technology or outsourcing and less manual labor.

2006-08-07 07:42:42 · 4 answers · asked by mppuzzo 1 in Politics

2006-08-07 07:42:10 · 10 answers · asked by Olivia 4 in Politics

Would that put pressure on Israel to be fair to Lebanon and Palestinians? Jews are great...but it is shocking how Israel behaves and the atrocius way they treat people. What do you think...

2006-08-07 07:42:07 · 33 answers · asked by Josephine 1 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-08-07 07:41:42 · 17 answers · asked by JAMES 4 in Law Enforcement & Police

2006-08-07 07:40:07 · 15 answers · asked by malingenie 2 in Politics

2006-08-07 07:38:58 · 17 answers · asked by tariq_ali904 1 in Politics

2006-08-07 07:37:36 · 1 answers · asked by i_am_zeus_wife 1 in Government

what people seem to think I am not against it but maybe the age limit of 12 might be OTT don't you think?
have a little read:

http://www.childcarseats.org.uk/law/index.htm

2006-08-07 07:36:29 · 11 answers · asked by LOL 5 in Law Enforcement & Police

No kidding Jesse Jackson boasted that when he worked as waiter at a restaurant in his home town in SC that he used to spit in white patrons food because he gave him a good feeling.
And for your info the restaurant was integrated....

2006-08-07 07:35:06 · 42 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2006-08-07 07:34:54 · 23 answers · asked by barracuda4202003 1 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-08-07 07:34:08 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

If the most imediate threat of terrorism is from young Arab men, is it racist to target these people when trying to catch terrorists. I'm sure young Irish men felt the same during the 70's.

2006-08-07 07:34:02 · 8 answers · asked by meshan 3 in Law Enforcement & Police

Legitimate nations police themselves, prosecute crimes their soldiers commit, and apologize profusely and make amends to the victims. Who will prosecute Hezbollah terrorists for using their family and other civilians as human shields? If any Hezbollah terrorist ever apologizes to anyone, will the media give him coverage?

What nation besides the U.S. will commit troops to keep the peace in Lebanon? What is it about Jews that inspires others to always see them as the aggressor?

The difference between Israel and the terrorists is clear: Israelis endanger themselves to protect Lebanese civilians; the terrorists endanger their own civilians to protect themselves and target Israeli civilians.

2006-08-07 07:32:50 · 12 answers · asked by Hatikvah 7 in Military

Why is the concept of service, or pride in one's job so hard for some citizens. These pimpled face kids really have no pride in a job well done. Why?

2006-08-07 07:32:39 · 15 answers · asked by elperro 3 in Immigration

Just curious to see who has family members in Iraq right now, and what branch?
I have one leaving tomorrow. It stinks, but I know he is going to "be all that he can be" and all that stuff. Just want a little company to be sad with that he is leaving.

2006-08-07 07:32:27 · 6 answers · asked by Motherof2 2 in Military

2006-08-07 07:29:01 · 10 answers · asked by Olivia 4 in Politics

I have rasied my great grandson ever since he was born. His mother who i also rasied has taken him back and won't let me see him. I don't know what to do. The court says I can't do anything about it because I'm a great grandma. I don't think they should see me as a great grandma because i rasied my grandduaghter who is his mother. I just need help with my problem.

2006-08-07 07:28:55 · 7 answers · asked by icejewel16 1 in Law & Ethics