Politics & Government - 9 January 2007

Dear all,
I watched three years ago the movie "Black Hawk down" by Ridley Scott. I was very shocked by all real aspects of the movie which described the difficulties of US army (18 marines killed), during one day operations against Aidid rioters.
Do you think that mission was a failure?
Help me understand. I didn't find so many sources in the net for that hystorical event.
Thanks to your support American friends.
Simon (Milan - Italy).

2007-01-09 06:31:56 · 3 answers · asked by Simone S 2 in Military

Has the nature of American foreign policy changed for the worse from the perspective of American citizens? I know internationally there is a negative response to the Bush administration's unilateral behaviour, and wondered if this was shared by American citizens or is purely an attitude of those on the outside.

2007-01-09 06:31:45 · 10 answers · asked by empanda 3 in Politics

over the past 6 years ive seen those who disagree with bush be labeled as enemies and traitors.........

2007-01-09 06:31:34 · 9 answers · asked by bush deathgrip 2 in Politics

2007-01-09 06:29:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

Troop surge will affect Guard...........
AN INCREASE IN U.S. FORCES COULD REQUIRE REVERSAL OF PENTAGON POLICY....
By E. Barnes
WASHINGTON - Top U.S. military officials, expecting President Bush to order an illegal increase in the size of the force in Iraq, have concluded that such a buildup would require them to reverse Pentagon policy and send the Army's National Guard and reserve units on lengthy second tours in Iraq, defense officials said Monday.

Under Pentagon policy, Guard and reserve units have been limited to 24 months of mobilization for the Iraq war. Under that rule, most reserve units already sent to Iraq are ineligible to return. But that will change.

But the Joint Chiefs of Staff have concluded that a significant buildup would require the Pentagon to overturn the policy and send Guard and reserve units for additional yearlong tours.No doubt many troops will cry.

Such an order probably would be controversial among state governors.

2007-01-09 06:29:13 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

Theyve been raping and killing like crazy..now they are supposed to just come home and play nice? I dont buy it.

2007-01-09 06:29:09 · 23 answers · asked by the man 1 in Other - Politics & Government

Maybe we need a Rambo approach to those who wish to destroy us

2007-01-09 06:29:08 · 11 answers · asked by astro 2 in Military

how comes they always say US veterans don't get enough money? how much do they get and how is it decided? for how long do they get checks, rest of their lives? ALSO - why don't the US government give these former troops more money so they can make a decent living? i knew a guy that was in Iraq and he's a bartender now. do all the troops that come home now gets a check?

2007-01-09 06:28:41 · 7 answers · asked by smartsexycurvy 1 in Military

How many American homes and businesses did he destroy or bomb? The answer, surprisingly is NONE.

2007-01-09 06:28:03 · 16 answers · asked by the man 1 in Other - Politics & Government

2007-01-09 06:26:27 · 6 answers · asked by tinkerbellcams 1 in Immigration

2007-01-09 06:25:50 · 19 answers · asked by Lupita 5 in Law & Ethics

2007-01-09 06:25:45 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

ok heres my thing..some "Illegal' immigrants can't help that they were brought over here illegally. for instance my fiance was brought here when he was three years old..has grown up in the USA, did all of his schooling here and graduated high school, worked since he was 16 and has had a tax id since that time to do his taxes as well. Has never been in trouble with the law, never done drugs, been in a gang, hell he's never been in a fight...speaks perfect english and has no accent what so ever..I think in his case he should be given amnesty..or at least helped to become legal..he's tried and they keep slamming the door in his face..he has nothing for him in Mexico. Would you agree to allow amnesty or aleast some type of help to "illegals" in the same situation?

2007-01-09 06:24:53 · 12 answers · asked by eightysgurl04 2 in Immigration

2007-01-09 06:24:31 · 1 answers · asked by vikjakes6 1 in Government

After all, its named after a Saint only recognized by the Roman Catholic Church. Sounds like a gross violation of the Law of Separation of Church and State.

2007-01-09 06:24:30 · 11 answers · asked by A Toast For Trayvon 4 in Law & Ethics

with the recent threats being made between Iran and Israel and now France is threatening Iran and Russia is threatening Europe's oil supply. Does this explain how and why Iran can make threats on the US and Israel. Does this mean they already have nukes at their disposal. Is Iran and Russia in cahoots to dominate the world.
http://www.spiegel.de/international/0,1518,396791,00.html
http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/europeans-jittery-as-russia-cuts-oil-supplies/2007/01/09/1168104983427.html

2007-01-09 06:24:04 · 17 answers · asked by Enigma 6 in Other - Politics & Government

does anyone know where there are police car crib bedding? there are fireman, and police cars but no just police. thanks to all answers.

2007-01-09 06:23:38 · 4 answers · asked by avery's mommy 3 in Law Enforcement & Police

George W. Bush

2007-01-09 06:21:53 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Also would our collapse lead to the collapse of other nations just based on our influence in the world?

2007-01-09 06:21:40 · 12 answers · asked by Land Warrior 4 in Other - Politics & Government

2007-01-09 06:21:05 · 1 answers · asked by SAM 1 in Military

ok, so bush says we cant pull out of iraq untill the job is done, why? If we leave now will the place blow up... and if it does blow up is that all that bad? I mean our men and women are dieing and im not happy about it. Why can we not pull out?

2007-01-09 06:20:38 · 11 answers · asked by Chrissy 3 in Politics

the disbanding of all laws we have in place?

Do they support releasing everyone from prison?

sems they would since its about laws and nothing else. If you support one group of people breaking the law why not support anyone who breaks the law. Isnt it hypocrisy if you don't?

2007-01-09 06:19:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

2007-01-09 06:18:30 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

Best example and answer gets 10 points.

2007-01-09 06:18:16 · 9 answers · asked by tonycharms05 2 in Law & Ethics

now that the dems have power to investigate SS records?

2007-01-09 06:18:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

I have just started reading The Church of Liberalism and I have laughed my but off! Oh my gosh, that women has some cajones! I especialy loved the part about Bill Clinton in the oval office with Monica!

2007-01-09 06:17:35 · 22 answers · asked by lucasandmariepape 3 in Government

Gee they used to worship the guy and went along with everything he said-worried about re-election or do they really care. This was the greatest flip-flop in history-they worshipped him -now they are turning their backs on him-typical cowards-

2007-01-09 06:17:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

Some good reasoning on why a woman shouldnt hold presidency..

2007-01-09 06:16:44 · 10 answers · asked by siciliangirl310 3 in Other - Politics & Government

My boyfriend lives in England and I live in the US. He's going to try to get a traveler's visa so he can stay longer with me than the 3month period he's allowed to under the visa waiver program. The only thing is is that it costs $100 to apply and you don't get that money back if you don't get the visa. So we want to know his chance of getting one before we cough up $100.

2007-01-09 06:13:43 · 5 answers · asked by Krissy 1 in Immigration

2007-01-09 06:13:32 · 4 answers · asked by bama6792 1 in Military