Politics & Government - 28 February 2007

My husband worked for 1.5 hours and then was rained out of a jobsite and sent home. Does the employer have to pay a min. of 4 hours for the day?? If there is a labor law that states that -- please give me a link. Thanks

2007-02-28 16:56:40 · 3 answers · asked by TALLgirl 3 in Law & Ethics

this is a debate and lets see who wins please no religous posts cuz we all dont have the same religon

2007-02-28 16:54:25 · 21 answers · asked by someone___ 1 in Law & Ethics

The First amendment reads:

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

That ensures a separation of Church and State. Thus, the government may not make laws about marriage if it is, as they insist, a "Sacred Institution."

2007-02-28 16:52:27 · 5 answers · asked by Das Schnabeltier 2 in Law & Ethics

who would win?

2007-02-28 16:49:35 · 6 answers · asked by the ghost 3 in Military

2007-02-28 16:48:03 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-02-28 16:48:01 · 6 answers · asked by amandev s 1 in Law & Ethics

I admire GWB but a lot of you don't.
Reagan used to be able to inspire a lot of people that way.
Clinton inspired just the opposite - immorality.

Do we have ANY strong moral leaders in our Government?

2007-02-28 16:47:33 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

So they could use it as a pretext for military intervention in Iraq?

Why did Bush lie about Saddam's addiction to WMD?

How did WTC building 7 blow up into a fine pile of dust?

2007-02-28 16:46:33 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I graduated college- but with not so great gpa. I was told being an officer in the navy probably wouldnt happen because of this although i just scored 97 on the ASVAB. One thing im looking for in the navy is the opportunity to be stationed in japan. Any suggestions on how i should pursue this or what options would be available to me? Also I have not yet decided on what length of time to be active duty. How could that impact my chances of doing what i want? Also if anyone knows about what my chances of making officer would be, I'd appreciate the knowledge.

2007-02-28 16:43:07 · 3 answers · asked by kaisersoze 1 in Military

They seem to be fighting amongst themselves a lot lately. Could it be because it would be absolutely devastating for them if we stabilize Iraq? Imagine the political fall out that would happen if Bush brought all the troops home by Nov. 2008.

2007-02-28 16:42:26 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I can't seem to find any penalty information. Is a misdemenor?
Felony? Please provide URL for reference if possible.

Thank you.

2007-02-28 16:42:09 · 14 answers · asked by ANJ 1 in Immigration

Not to sound like the movie "starship troopers", but the concept of earning citizenship through military service appeals to me in the respect that many people who have had family members fight and die for America make much better American citizens, or at least signify those who have vested interest in America through spilled blood and true patriotism. Do you have what it takes to be a Citizen, not a civilian? Do you want someone who comes here illegally to have the same amount of citizenship and rights as someone whose family has fought in every war defending the rights and freedoms AGAINST aforementioned peoples? (Remember the Alamo Bush you traitorous imbecilic monster, LONG LIVE THE NEW TAMMANY HALL!)

2007-02-28 16:41:10 · 7 answers · asked by Udontknowurself 1 in Immigration

No one has died from marijuana overdose but alcohol is probally killing someone right now. Why not legalize it and make some money for the country?

2007-02-28 16:40:42 · 23 answers · asked by mingblack 3 in Law & Ethics

2007-02-28 16:40:21 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Civic Participation

2007-02-28 16:39:27 · 15 answers · asked by baby boo 1 in Other - Politics & Government

cannot we do something to stop this merry-go-round? cannot we march o n washington and raise some hell! where are all those brave hearts that talk the talk on tv but never lead a movement to reform our government? it is broken and needs fixing. history proves and the great philosophers have agrued that the time comes when action, even violence is absolutely necessary. maybe the kind gandhi and mlk followed -- no violent. sit downs. walk outs. vote and run peopole who want something besides ad fourth rate welfare state that ultimately goes bankrupt and is the colony of richer countries on the horizon. mainly from asia. but who cares, eh. those brilliant people like straisand and u2 and hollywood people with the microphones and tv face time strive to help us, right? right. the ignornant wanna bes. sick sick sick. who the hell is really in charge here. hollywood. the banks. the military. the lobbyists? the supreme courts ad lower courts/ you don't know. hell, nobody kknows CHAOS!

2007-02-28 16:39:23 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

So few people pay attention to anything of relevance in this country. Britney Spears' bald head got more attention than the beginning of Britain's troop withdrawal. The common excuse I hear is, "I can't do anything about it, so why bother?" How do you convince someone that they can do something about it? That it's their responsibility, to themselves and their children and their children's children to do something about it?
Or am I just over-reacting and at risk for a heart attack?

2007-02-28 16:38:29 · 10 answers · asked by spewing_originality 3 in Government

I live in the uk and as the archaic laws stand I can't get anything for it here but what about if I went abroad? Are any U.K. politicians working to change the law?

2007-02-28 16:38:00 · 12 answers · asked by James B 1 in Other - Politics & Government

Liberals will burn every American flag they can find in support of the ACLU, NAMBLA, and PETA. They are against torture of animals, killing of murderous criminals and terrorists, BUT support late term abortions and reject any and all restrictions against child molestors. Why is that?

2007-02-28 16:37:35 · 7 answers · asked by Matt 4 in Other - Politics & Government

Here are a list of policies, and I want to hear what the liberals plan for each one of them are without bashing me or blaming bush or the republicans. Give me your ideal plan.

1. illegal immigration
2. taxes
3. war on radical islam
4. social security, and other broken entitlement programs
5. the role of government in people's lives.

Please give me serious answers.

2007-02-28 16:37:13 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

If your Congressman believes in global warming please find out how to impeach him or her. The money spent on junk science is ruining our economy. The 416 drop in the DJIA in Feb 27 2007 is just the beginning. We our returning to the middle ages.

2007-02-28 16:35:34 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

I mean look at Clinton, Carter even....and both Bushes!

2007-02-28 16:34:40 · 21 answers · asked by A Box of Signs 4 in Politics

I know that it's okay to u turn in California when there are no signs posted saying it's illegal to. But is it legal to u turn from the middle lane that breaks off ever so often from the main road to let cars turn left into a neighborhood or residential area? Maybe this is confusing, but I'm not talking about taking a u turn at an intersection with traffic lights or a stop sign. I ask this since I keep seeing Los Angeles police giving out tickets to minor infractions so I want to be safe in case I become a victim of something inane.

2007-02-28 16:32:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

2007-02-28 16:32:09 · 21 answers · asked by Alli 2 in Politics

This is a serious question and I want you to think about it before you answer.

By the way, I want realistic answers. Dont name a country that just could not possibly take on this role....... I love you Great Britain and you would do agreat job as a superpower again but because of your size you could not fullfill this role. You have a great military and culture and decent economy but because of your size/population i dont think you could do it. A superpower has to be big.

2007-02-28 16:31:00 · 33 answers · asked by quarterback 2 in Other - Politics & Government

Do politicians/government officials make their decisions to serve self interest or public interest?
I know that it depends on the politician/government official, but overlooking that. could you give examples/reasons too?
thanks in advance :)

2007-02-28 16:29:24 · 3 answers · asked by wordsofapoet 4 in Law & Ethics

REALITY CHECK PEOPLE! Despite what Bush bashers, bleeding heart liberals, and conspiracy nuts would like you to believe, here is how the World Trade Center towers collapsed:

After the 767 jet liner crashed into the world trade center building creating the worst terror attack in history, a fire burned for 56 minutes inside the World Trade Center building number two. The top 20 floors of the building collapsed on the 90 floors below. The entire one hundred and ten-story building collapsed in 8 seconds... After a fire burned inside WTC tower number one for 102 minutes, the top 30 floors collapsed on the lower 80 floors. And the entire one hundred and ten stories of this building collapsed in 10 seconds. You can say the reason they collapsed was they were struck with a 185 ton jet airliner and the 24,000 gallons of jet fuel caused a fire of 1500 to 2000 degrees F which weakened the steel and caused the collapse. Any questions???

http://vincentdunn.com/wtc.html

2007-02-28 16:28:42 · 28 answers · asked by ? 4 in Politics

if the surgeon who is a civilian feels my knee is unfit for military duties due to unstableness as well as prior surgery in the same knee. PCL reconstruction... He is putting all this information in his final evaluation. How will this affect the outcome from military doctors?

2007-02-28 16:26:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

2007-02-28 16:24:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

marijuana has been proven to be less harmful than alcohol, contains less harmful chemicals than tabacco, and is use for medical reasons.

Marijuana has also been exaggerated by anti-marijuana campains about its affects. what do you think?

should marijuana be legalized?

2007-02-28 16:23:33 · 15 answers · asked by kenneth b 1 in Other - Politics & Government