Politics & Government - 17 August 2006

My English teacher stated that George Washington was not the first president of our "country," he was the first president of the "United States of America?" I asked what he meant, but he told me to find it out for myself. What does my teacher mean, and who was the first president of our "country?"

2006-08-17 08:33:26 · 14 answers · asked by Vertigo 1 in Government

I'm a muslim. in my town I'v got a lot friends from all races christians,jews,hindous,budhists....no such feeling only in (yahoo.Q&A) why?

2006-08-17 08:31:18 · 36 answers · asked by mashar 1 in Politics

2006-08-17 08:30:56 · 18 answers · asked by position28 4 in Other - Politics & Government

What are some practical concepts on immigration policy?

2006-08-17 08:29:19 · 31 answers · asked by gokart121 6 in Immigration

the documentary Loose Change. I have not seen it.

2006-08-17 08:29:10 · 4 answers · asked by slip-slappy 2 in Other - Politics & Government

You're a born agin LIAR.

Whatever Bush says you fall for.

How's the right wing kool aid you mental case?

Bush sent the Hurricanes to kill Democrats.

Republicans hate america and you hate freedom

2006-08-17 08:27:22 · 12 answers · asked by W E J 4 in Politics

First I mailed the letter back saying that I had to go to school, but my request was denied. But I will be traveling and studying out of the country in 4 weeks, which means that even if I show up for jury duty, I will not be abe to finish it before I leave. Then I called the office at the number provided, it was automatic and the only option I had was to postpone the date. The new date had to be 6 month or less (I will be abroad for a year). I realle dont know what to do. Should I write another letter to them to explain the situation (will they grant it) or should I set up a postponed date and see what happens next? Please help me!!!

2006-08-17 08:25:24 · 14 answers · asked by beebee32002 2 in Civic Participation

2006-08-17 08:25:19 · 14 answers · asked by position28 4 in Other - Politics & Government

I know this is a lengthy conversation, but briefly, what do you think we can do to combat terrorism?

2006-08-17 08:25:00 · 19 answers · asked by ? 3 in Government

2006-08-17 08:24:17 · 15 answers · asked by Republicans_R_Immoral_And_Stupid 1 in Other - Politics & Government

I know that a lot of you either love or hate Bush... But how many of you (fairly) indiscriminantly hate politicians in general?

2006-08-17 08:23:57 · 12 answers · asked by ? 5 in Government

2006-08-17 08:23:36 · 11 answers · asked by W E J 4 in Politics

Reputedly the British S.A.S. is the best in the world, every other army has modeled its special forces on them and comes to them for training. For me only the australian S.A.S. and the Gurkhas come close, what do you think and why?

2006-08-17 08:23:07 · 58 answers · asked by mary 2 in Military

I really want to join the army but Im afraid they will not accept me because im not in perfect fit shape and very short . I hear lots of things about women being in the army is it as bad as some people say it is? Is it harder for women to join?

2006-08-17 08:22:51 · 26 answers · asked by texas_minor85 1 in Military

Thanks alot New York Times; last week two sets of Muslims were caught with prepaid cell phones. One group had over 1000 and the other had about 300. These prepaid cellphones (i.e. Tracfone) are nearly impossible to track and you don't even need a name or address. My question is, do you all think this may be a direct result of the New York Times leaking news of government wiretaps? It appears that peoples lives are now in danger because some irresponsible newspaper wanted to get a front page scoop. Before the Times article was published, terrorists didn't think twice to call up their buddies and plot death and destruction because there was no need. Now that they know the government may be listening, they're resorting to sneakier methods -- like prepaid cell phones. If the president and other politicians can be slapped with a censure, why not the New York Times? I believe in freedom of the press and all, but what the Times did was almost unforgivable.

2006-08-17 08:22:28 · 14 answers · asked by baq2calli 2 in Military

If you're against immigration enforcement, explain why...

2006-08-17 08:22:02 · 12 answers · asked by gokart121 6 in Immigration

I mean honestly, talk about a bunch of headline chasing liberals. I personally wish that the ACLU would disappear because the only thing they cause is frustration and complications. They dont just support and strive to protect civil rights, they jump on anyone that proposes programs that protect our freedom. So you choose, which one would you rather have, freedom of speech or freedom itself. Our government does everything it can to protect the interests of its people, thus it is a government "for the people, by the people". It is not a corrupt agency that is looking to violate every natural human right that the ACLU seems to be claiming. What are your thoughts on the ACLU?

2006-08-17 08:20:59 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

2006-08-17 08:20:57 · 49 answers · asked by cutendeadlie 1 in Other - Politics & Government

If someone is here illegal and they want to become legal how do they go about doing so.? My friend is married to an illegal imm. and he has no papers,social, or greencard and they want to make it so that he can get his papers and such without having go back to his home (mexico). Where does he go to get help?

2006-08-17 08:20:43 · 11 answers · asked by bistro 1 in Immigration

I mean what are you essentially saying? "Guilty", I can understand that. "Not Guilty" I get that too. But "No Contest"? As in "I don't stand a chance! You call this a trial?! I'm screwed before this even got off the ground! I want my mom!"?

2006-08-17 08:20:08 · 10 answers · asked by rocken_heimer 2 in Law & Ethics

For me, either an M16A4 Assault Rifle or an M4 Carbine because its reliable and has proven itself when i was in Iraq

2006-08-17 08:19:22 · 33 answers · asked by Blitzkrieg 2 in Military

2006-08-17 08:18:06 · 14 answers · asked by position28 4 in Other - Politics & Government

Then complain on how Republicans handle it.

2006-08-17 08:16:43 · 29 answers · asked by BORED AT WORK 5 in Politics

2006-08-17 08:16:35 · 15 answers · asked by position28 4 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-08-17 08:16:10 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

2006-08-17 08:15:30 · 6 answers · asked by Cheryl C 1 in Law & Ethics

First they came for the Muslims and I didn't speak up because I wasn't a Muslim.
Then they came for the immigrants detaining them indefinitely solely upon the certification of the Attorney General and I didn't speak up because I wasn't an immigrant.
Then they came to eavesdrop on suspects consulting with their attorneys and I didn't speak up because I wasn't a suspect.
Then they came to prosecute non-citizens before secret military commissions, and I didn't speak up because I wasn't a non-citizen.
Then they came to enter homes and offices for unannounced "sneak and peek" searches and I didn't speak up because I had nothing to hide.
Then they came to reinstate Cointelpro and resume the infiltration and surveillance of domestic religious and political groups and I didn't speak up because I no longer participated in any groups.
Then they came to arrest American citizens and hold them indefinitely without any charges and without access to lawyers, and I didn't speak up because I would never be arrested.

2006-08-17 08:14:49 · 9 answers · asked by abascious 1 in Politics

Then terrorize the American people with daily color coded terror alerts? Is he a sadist?

2006-08-17 08:14:04 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

If someone sues you with little or no basis, can you sue them back for the legal cost incurred on you for hiring an attorney?

2006-08-17 08:12:50 · 10 answers · asked by Brent B 2 in Law & Ethics

"Mr. Al-Zawahiri, please hold on the line. We are trying to get that search warrant so we can listen in. Please don't talk about the terrorist plots until then. Liberals want to make sure we let you know we are listening. Thanks."

Sure, of course. Islamofacists follow the rule of law, respect the Geneva convention, and are just PETRIFIED by our justice system and those tough judges. LOL

2006-08-17 08:12:28 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics