Politics & Government - 1 September 2006

2006-09-01 17:15:46 · 16 answers · asked by Lost. at. Sea. 7 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-09-01 17:15:11 · 10 answers · asked by dime_tink 1 in Law & Ethics

I am sick and tired of morons talking loud, very loud in places where I go to relax, read a book, get a cup of coffee, etc... Do you think something should be done about it?

2006-09-01 17:14:59 · 17 answers · asked by trillionaire 2 in Law & Ethics

There was a feeling that we were united. There were no Democrats, no Republicans, we were all Americans. I really thought that the tragic events of 9/11 would pull our country together, but in the end, it seems like it has divided us even more than we were. We all need to think about that day, and realize that we are all on the same team. While we may not agree with each other on all issues, let's realize that not all Democrats are terrorist-loving communists, and not all Republicans are war-mongering fascists. Instead of attacking each other, lets open our minds to all ideas, and make this country great. Any thoughts?

2006-09-01 17:14:00 · 24 answers · asked by rob 3 in Politics

H.R. 2330, Sec. 133, Improving the security of Mexico's Southern Border. States (in part): " The (US) Secretary of State...shall establish a program to provide needed equipment, technical assistance and vehicles to manage, regulate and patrol the international border between Mexico and Guatamala and Mexico and Belize."

Do a search for: H.R. 2330 to read the entire Bill.

So my fellow Americans, your tax money is going to be used to secure Mexico's Southern Border.

The stupidity of our elected officials never ceases to amaze me, comments welcome, what do you think of this?

2006-09-01 17:13:22 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

You can use any soliders, leaders, generals from anywhere in history that existed BEFORE the development of firearms. it would be silly to mix nuclear power and bow and arrows. anyways i talking about like mix the knights of europe and monoglians or i dont know, i want to see yours. there are no limits to how many nations or superpowers you use to make this the best of the best army of the old times thanks

2006-09-01 17:11:04 · 13 answers · asked by The King of Games 3 in Military

2006-09-01 17:10:29 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law Enforcement & Police

2006-09-01 17:07:58 · 11 answers · asked by msuzyq 4 in Immigration

Lately I've been questioning the stable society of what is the United States today. Gay rights, the war in Iraq, rising oil prices and the nut up on Capitol Hill and many more problems. I was thinking what could be a solution to the problems and than I couldn't help but thinking about how they say this is a "people's government". If it is a people's gov. why is it purely controlled by big business and greedy cooporations? You might not agree but I think this country simply needs a new source of pride. I mean how often do you hear somebody say "Wow, I love this country!", and although we may think that all I mostly hear is, "This countries falling to pieces", or any other negative comments. This isn't so much a question as it is me asking your opinion. But who else thinks that we should have a main language (english), a first religion (christianity) and many other things that give us a sense of pride in our country. I say as long as the MAJORITY agrees we should stick with it but still

2006-09-01 17:06:55 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

2006-09-01 17:03:23 · 12 answers · asked by Cascade Ranger 3 in Military

2006-09-01 17:02:50 · 23 answers · asked by NONAME 1 in Other - Politics & Government

Obviously, my question has been misunderstood. Let me try this again. I have no problem with the pledge of allegiance whatsoever myself, and really have no feelings one way or another about it being recited. I am a Christian, but I am also what one would consider a minority in more than one way, and living with discrimination has been par for the course of my life. What I am saying is that individuals who align themselves with the 'religious right' get very bent out of shape about it, yet they couldn't care less about liberty and justice for anyone who doesn't think exactly as they do.

2006-09-01 17:02:27 · 15 answers · asked by joe friday's grrl 2 in Politics

It's all a lie we've all been spoon-fed by our teachers and politicians.

Here is just one example:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/pcworld/20060831/tc_pcworld/127002

Europe protects their citizens privacy and rights way more than this country.

We are being stripped of our rights and privacy piece by piece all in the name of "fighting terror."

Even such an institution as the Credit Bureau would be illegal in Europe. Europeans do not allow any agency, government or private, to collect data on its citizens.

This country allows this and even encourages it.

This country collects data on your criminal records, driving records, financial records and health records. Insurance companies can even deny you coverage if they find out you had some type of disease in the past.

All of this would be illegal in Europe.

Why do we allow our government to snoop around on us like the Soviet Union did to their people??

2006-09-01 17:00:59 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

2006-09-01 17:00:30 · 4 answers · asked by NONAME 1 in Other - Politics & Government

Why do you think that is (illegal or not)?

If you’re going to reply with “this is a stupid question,” then don’t answer. I will report you

2006-09-01 17:00:22 · 15 answers · asked by Magdalene 3 in Law & Ethics

2006-09-01 16:59:11 · 8 answers · asked by NONAME 1 in Other - Politics & Government

2006-09-01 16:58:50 · 17 answers · asked by list 3 in Embassies & Consulates

2006-09-01 16:58:20 · 26 answers · asked by NONAME 1 in Other - Politics & Government

We build a school in Baghdad, while our educational system suffers.

We pay to feed the children and homeless of Iraq while children in our own country suffer.

We give Social Security to damn near anyone who wants it but our seniors can't afford the medicine needed to live.

The U.S. gives foreign companies tax exemption for 7 years to operate in the U.S. while encouraging domestic companies to hire and use workers from other countries (Wal-Mart).

Many Americans are struggling to survive in their own country due to Katrina and relief still hasn't gotten to them, yet Hezbollah is handing out crisp new 100 dollar U.S. bills to people in Lebanon (where the hell did they get them?).

Does it seem our tax dollars are being abused? Or am I mistaken? Please comment. Respectful criticism only please.

2006-09-01 16:57:06 · 11 answers · asked by ? 4 in Politics

2006-09-01 16:55:32 · 19 answers · asked by list 3 in Politics

So what the hell, it's ok for them to do it to america?.....I dont think so!

2006-09-01 16:54:40 · 5 answers · asked by darkvale 3 in Immigration

What do you all think about the movie from the UK that depicts Bush getting assasinated?
Do you think that it can possibly provoke an attempt?

2006-09-01 16:54:07 · 12 answers · asked by jmlmmlmll 3 in Politics

how do you justify criticising me for a willingness to allow starving children to die while you have more possesions than your next meal

how do you justify being as guilty and selfish as i am still find fault with me

how can you claim to be better than me while the truth is you are in denial and i'm not

don't avoid this question because i have already checked and i know you are out there

2006-09-01 16:53:44 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

2006-09-01 16:53:27 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

2006-09-01 16:53:09 · 9 answers · asked by list 3 in Civic Participation

Throughout America's history, there have been occasions where the notion of confederacy (States having rights that the Federal Government cannot interfere with or control) has been used as a sort of cover for institutionalized racism. In some cases, Federalism (the notion that the Supreme Court could wield the power of the Federal Government to control individual states and the residents therein) has been used to combat such gross misconduct. In discussions with Liberals (whom I view as Half-Hearted Communists), this fact is used as some sort of 'catch all' arguement in favour of more Federalism in every possible circumstance. The attitude I sense from these people is, 'well, if you are not FOR federalism, you must be FOR racism'. This is, in my opinion, a silly notion. If I take a stick off of a tree and poke you in the eye with it, is the stick bad? Of course not, the stick is merely a tool which I have made use of to my own ends. I think heavy handed federalism works the same way.

2006-09-01 16:49:48 · 13 answers · asked by Raalnan5 2 in Government

2006-09-01 16:47:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law Enforcement & Police

I just saw Loose Change for the first time last night. It really freaked me out and I have been researching its accuracy ever since I watched it. I want more than anything for someone to prove to me that it is a hoax. Please use examples that can be proven. So far all of the opposition is merely laughing and name calling. That does not mean they have a case. Please, someone prove to me this film is bogus. Thank you.

2006-09-01 16:47:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2006-09-01 16:47:25 · 6 answers · asked by   6 in Law & Ethics

Now I know all members of the parties fall into this category so if you take offense to my remarks, this question targets you.
Neither political party is doing any good for this country. They were meant for like minded citizens to group together and vote for someone who was in line with their views. They were not meant for politicans to use for their own personal gain. This split we have in our country is the fault of the party leaders who only have the parties views in mind and not the views of the people who support it. They are not agreeing on anything and our indecisiveness is being mocked by the entire world. They need to put differences aside until the current issues that are so important right now are resolved. They will not do this as they do not want what is best for us but what is best for the party. Politicans are using the party for personal gain and we are being taken advantage of as it is not allowing anyone else into office. We do not have a real choice. Please comment.

2006-09-01 16:43:57 · 19 answers · asked by ? 4 in Politics