Politics & Government - 22 December 2006

1) paris
2) geneva
3) the hague
4) new york city

2006-12-22 15:53:10 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

corporations and special nterest groups?

2006-12-22 15:53:10 · 6 answers · asked by trey 1 in Elections

I live in Maine, and it is 60 degrees during the daytime. That is UNHEARD of in December. What can we do about this?

2006-12-22 15:46:47 · 32 answers · asked by republican 2 in Government

Reason I am asking is; I was a Army Infantry SGT the got out. Now I am thinking of joining the Marines and I am wondering what I can expect. Why do people get out of the Marines? If it's supposed to be so great?

2006-12-22 15:45:08 · 9 answers · asked by xfarewellhopex 1 in Military

They are doing this intentionally these days. Report them to their menagers and get them fired. This will kill the American economy.

2006-12-22 15:44:34 · 12 answers · asked by republican 2 in Other - Politics & Government

Our economy is doing better than its been in 10 years, gas prices are going down, he has worked so hard to improve education, he createdthe White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, he has pushed for alternative fuel sources, recharged NASA, and signed the "Amber Alert" into legislation. I don't think he's as bad as everyone says.

2006-12-22 15:44:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

With so much animosity against the draft, will there be protests in the streets and organized resistance to the draft?

Is the draft a good idea?

Selective Service to Test Draft Machinery
By KASIE HUNT, AP

WASHINGTON (Dec. 22) - The Selective Service System is making plans to test its draft machinery in case Congress and President Bush need it, even though the White House says it doesn't want to bring back the draft.

The agency is planning a comprehensive test - not run since 1998 - of its military draft systems, a Selective Service official said. The test itself would not likely occur until 2009.

Scott Campbell, the service's director for operations and chief information officer, cautioned that the "readiness exercise" does not mean the agency is gearing up to resume the draft.

"We're kind of like a fire extinguisher. We sit on a shelf," Campbell told The Associated Press. "Unless the president and Congress get together and say, 'Turn the machine on' ... we're still on the shelf."

Veterans Affairs Secretary Jim Nicholson prompted speculation about the draft Thursday when he told reporters in New York that "society would benefit" if the U.S. were to bring back the draft. Later he issued a statement saying he does not support reinstituting a draft.

The administration has for years forcefully opposed bringing back the draft, and the White House said Thursday that policy has not changed and no proposal to reinstate the draft is being considered.

The "readiness exercise" would test the system that randomly chooses draftees by birth date and its network of appeal boards that decide how to deal with conscientious objectors and others who want to delay reporting for duty, Campbell said.

2006-12-22 15:39:58 · 16 answers · asked by marnefirstinfantry 5 in Military

I lived in New Orleans for 8 years prior to Katrina. I and everyone who lived there knew the dangers of having a hurricane enter the lake or what might happen in the event of torrential rains. No one in there right mind believed the levee's would hold or that the pumps would get the water out fast enough. Now with all this knowledge before hand why is the Federal Goverment the scapegoat? What about the Mayor and the Governor? I'm not looking for flaming rants, I would like to fully understand why the Feds have to pay?

2006-12-22 15:39:40 · 17 answers · asked by kent_0101 1 in Government

I mean why not who cares really 16-18 whats the difference its 15 in mexico.

2006-12-22 15:39:27 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Only we can change our fate. We have the power to take this country back. Fight for what you believe in. You ALL have a voice, USE IT!!! Voice your objections. Enough of this bickering back and forth between us all. If you feel something is wrong with this country, don't be lazy, voice that objection to every government official you can. If enough of us start speaking up the country would have to listen. Think 9/11 was a cover up, VOICE IT! Hate the war in Iraq, VOICE IT! Want to seal the borders, VOICE IT! Only you can make it better with your votes and your voice. We must not lose faith on what values this country was founded and preserved upon. So many have fought and died to give us this right. Do not dissapoint them. The scum in office on both sides are putting us aside for their own interests. Only we can stop it! I don't care what you believe in, and hate me for serving all you want but until you stop believing in something, I believe in YOU!

2006-12-22 15:36:58 · 18 answers · asked by ? 2 in Politics

what percentage of the Congress is necessary to confirm appointees. Also, is confirmation needed from both Senate and House, or just Senate??

Thank You

2006-12-22 15:35:54 · 8 answers · asked by lefty 4 in Government

2006-12-22 15:33:43 · 15 answers · asked by ponderer 2 in Military

Why do people that speak out against illegal immigrants automatically get labeled and being a racist?

2006-12-22 15:33:24 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

I think this just about says it all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgPBTfAHSdI&mode=related&search=

2006-12-22 15:33:05 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

Or does he only pick on countries that are smaller than his?

2006-12-22 15:30:49 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

This plumbing company came to my home, gave me an estimate to repair a broken water pipe outside the home at the curb. I signed a contract for almost $10,000.00 of work. When the plumber left the home to initiate the repair process, my husband, who is quite ill and hadn't heard what had been happening, explained to me that he had purchased insurance (without my knowledge) from our local gas company for gas and water-line repair from the street to the house. I immediately called the plumbing company & canceled the contract (the plumber had explicitly told me that I had 3 days in which to cancel the contract). They are now suing me for $350 + court costs, claiming that it cost them that much between the time the guy left my house & the time I called to cancel. This is the second summons: I showed up at the first one in July, and no one from the plumbing company showed up. The second summons appeared at my door yesterday, delivered by the County Sherriff.

2006-12-22 15:28:38 · 12 answers · asked by hopefulmaiden 1 in Law & Ethics

Hello,
If someone wears a police shirt and/or a police hat, is that impersonating a police officer?

I LIVE IN OHIO




Thanks

2006-12-22 15:24:48 · 29 answers · asked by Nate K 2 in Law Enforcement & Police

It would not expose Bush for anything. All it would do is tie up the government for the rest of his term then absolutely nothing would get done. At least if he is left alone we have a chance of some things getting done in this country. Also even if he were to be impeached he would remain in office. Clinton was impeached to remember. If he were to be kicked out of office, Cheney would become president and then things would get even worse. Best bet for you Bush bashers is to wait it out and elect someone who will serve you better. Too all his supporters, all I can say is good luck in '08. My guess is we will not see another Republican.

2006-12-22 15:23:11 · 11 answers · asked by ? 2 in Politics

Are bullets ran thru pig's blood to improve accuracy.

2006-12-22 15:22:38 · 13 answers · asked by duaner87421 3 in Military

2006-12-22 15:20:29 · 17 answers · asked by Ethan M 5 in Politics

2006-12-22 15:19:40 · 14 answers · asked by jennifer m 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

.... It's not a joke, either. Ive been watching these bastards talking about it, and now it seems it's official.

http://www.bowlesforpresident.com/

2006-12-22 15:18:26 · 10 answers · asked by AnnaDuff 1 in Politics

If you actually learn how your govt works, you will realize just how little power/authority the president has.

I think its because learning all the names of our congress members takes too much effort, and just blaming the president over and over is so much easier.

2006-12-22 15:13:55 · 10 answers · asked by godoompah 5 in Government

...with his recent anti-Muslim rant? He blamed everything on Clinton again.

One point for originality, as I have never heard anyone blame Clinton for anything before...evahhhh!

Personally, I may not agree with him, but I kinda hope he never backs down as I like it when a guy who may be wrong refuses to change his opinions, if he refuses to be bullied or persuaded. It's more entertaining that way.

So...Did Goode do any good?

2006-12-22 15:12:08 · 5 answers · asked by Middy S 2 in Politics

Are you afraid of this country that we live in? Are you afraid that we are going to destroy each other? Sell our minds and souls to big corps. to make a small buck? Should we stand for this or impeach Bush while we still have a chance?

2006-12-22 15:11:57 · 20 answers · asked by myangelbarry 1 in Government

My brother is screwing over the mother of his children. She is a nurse and makes okay money but not enough to provide for them without support. She is currently making payments to a lawyer, but I wonder if it wouldn't be cheaper for her to go through IL state agency and fill out the apps through them. Is there a benefit to going through a lawyer - can he/she maybe get a larger child support amount? I really want to help her out, as she is going to lose her house without the money.

2006-12-22 15:10:38 · 4 answers · asked by JenEstes 5 in Law & Ethics

I want to know if CT reports to MA. A woman from my insurance agency said from personal experience, they don't as long as you pay the ticket. I would rather pay the fine than to lose credits on my insurance for 3 years. Otherwise, a little input on the justice system in CT would be nice.
(82 in a 65) Nice officer, but wasn't that nice to let it slide like those awesome MA troopers.

2006-12-22 15:09:52 · 7 answers · asked by lbshawn2000 2 in Law Enforcement & Police

"Mr. Bush

I cannot in good conscience call you my 'President'. That undeserved and unearned degree of respect would stick in my throat like warm vomit. - I respect the title, but do not respect you ­ NO decent American does. You are not only a disgrace to your high office, but a debasement to the dreams of our Founding Fathers. Your conduct is untrustworthy traitorous and treacherous to the good people of this country. You can forget the predictable disrespectful letter nonsense. "


He goes on to write, "...You have worked VERY diligently to posture yourself as the anti-Christ ­ as I cannot imagine any world leader more evil and deceiving."

Letter to the President by
Joe Cortina ­ father ­ veteran ­ patriot and Christian:
http://www.rense.com/general73/warcrim.htm

2006-12-22 15:09:34 · 14 answers · asked by Joe_Pardy 5 in Law & Ethics

It seems to me that they do not stand for the American citizens anymore.

2006-12-22 15:06:45 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

2006-12-22 15:06:27 · 15 answers · asked by kevin l 1 in Politics