Politics & Government - 24 April 2007

Just for talking sake, If we have all had enough of the Labour Party (and obviously we dont want the Tories back in power) What are the possibilities of a large group of internet users, concentrating their votes on one party in particular to sway the vote away from both parties.

I read once, "if voting made a difference, theyd make it illegal"

well, call me mad, but people power and technology CAN make a difference. Thoughts please.

2007-04-24 11:00:18 · 2 answers · asked by ALSISON M 3 in Elections

I asked this question a few hours ago, please look at the responses. The Vets all agree they have been well taken care of.
As a vet, thay have taken care of my medical needs, paid for 2 college degrees... I just dont see how they treat vets bad. Please no 2nd hand accounts like, "i know a vet who is homeless......

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7 hours ago
My whole experience was positive!

7 hours ago
I understand a few vets might have fallen through the cracks(sadly). But for the most part they have done a good job by me.

7 hours ago
I only did 6 years

7 hours ago
Whay are LIBs so threatened when a VET is happy with their benefits?

2007-04-24 10:58:55 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

why did he create liberals?

2007-04-24 10:58:51 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Definitely the most informative one I've heard in a long time! It's about 45min long, but well worth the time!

http://www.bigpicweblog.com/exp/index.php/weblog/monthly_archives/C25/

2007-04-24 10:55:58 · 2 answers · asked by Bunz 5 in Politics

It was on a morning program. Wow, he spoke well with few "you knows" and "like". I was impressed.

2007-04-24 10:55:01 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-04-24 10:53:04 · 40 answers · asked by Claire-upon-Tyne 2 in Other - Politics & Government

over seas by giving tax breaks to companys for leaving this country? Perhaps we should thank him because now we have to compete with illegals for the min. wage jobs? Or for the wonderful gas prices we're all paying thanx to his FAILURES over in Iraq?

2007-04-24 10:41:27 · 1 answers · asked by Girly Q 4 in Other - Politics & Government

a) get on boats and planes and come to the US.

b) try to take over the Iraq government.

c) fade away to their countries of origin.

d) plan a mass casualty attack on the US.

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If you chose (a), you may believe that the government is hiding aliens at Area 51.

If you chose (d), you might want to think about the fact that the insurgents are only the lower level troops. IF there is a mass casualty event being planned by terrorists, it isn't by the same people our troops are fighting. It's being planned by the generals, hiding in other countries.

I believe that (b) or (c) are the most likely scenarios. If (b), who really cares who runs Iraq? Let the Iraqi people settle that. If it turns into another Saddam, then deal with that in a less costly way. I like cruise missiles myself.

2007-04-24 10:37:47 · 13 answers · asked by powhound 7 in Politics

why is marijauna And Cocaine is illegal but the government wants us to try their drugs and alcohol?

2007-04-24 10:35:58 · 6 answers · asked by kevin j 1 in Law & Ethics

Do you think they will be mostly drummed out in a humiliating defeat next year?

2007-04-24 10:33:36 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

"The problem with the Army is that they are here to fight and it's all about combat power when it's no longer that kind of a war," says a US military officer stationed in Iraq and who is critical of many aspects of the Baghdad security plan.

Whats the point of pissing off the iraqis and losing soldiers when the civil war will continue with or without the United States occupation.

There is no question that the number of Iraqi civilians killed at the hands of US troops is a mere fraction of those falling every day to car bomb and suicide attacks. But when Iraqis do get caught in American crossfire for whatever reason, those deaths, and the often confusing aftermath of investigations and the paperwork for compensation, only serve to fuel the anger and animosity of Iraqis toward US troops.

2007-04-24 10:29:49 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

i have over 10 years experience with my local police force and planning to migrate to Canada in the near future.

2007-04-24 10:24:46 · 4 answers · asked by fada 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

2007-04-24 10:23:57 · 9 answers · asked by pip 7 in Politics

2007-04-24 10:23:38 · 8 answers · asked by David K 4 in Other - Politics & Government

70 or 72?

2007-04-24 10:22:54 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Civic Participation

My mother in law is being denied cancer treatment because six years ago she refused to go under chemotherapy. Now the same doctor that offered the chemo six years ago is now denying her because she refused chemo then. And also the whole cancer "staff" at this one hospital refuses to treat her and are sending her home. Can they do this legally?

2007-04-24 10:20:25 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

We had a cival court case. The arbitrators made the following award for the defendent and against the plaintiff

2007-04-24 10:18:16 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

I just signed up and the amount of trolls is ridiculous. I don't think I will be able to stand these trolls, who think they are going to makes someone believe them.

2007-04-24 10:15:51 · 17 answers · asked by joe w 1 in Politics

Why am I responsible for paying child support since I didnt want the baby? Now if she wanted an abortion and I wanted the child, I have no say! Is this a double standard?

2007-04-24 10:14:11 · 30 answers · asked by NO SOUP 4 U! 1 in Politics

What is the first thing President Giuliani should do after he is sworn in.

2007-04-24 10:13:46 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

After all.. a healthy, able workforce produces more money right?

2007-04-24 10:12:08 · 14 answers · asked by pip 7 in Politics

2007-04-24 10:11:02 · 26 answers · asked by a p 4 in Elections

The border needs to be secured not just from mexicans, but from terrorists. Think about it this way. If a mexican or a japanese guy can walk across the border and get in illegally, what makes you think a terrorist planning an attack won't get through?

2007-04-24 10:09:36 · 39 answers · asked by ? 2 in Immigration

I know i will get little sympathy, but i believed I am an overlooked part of the population. I grew up very poor, worked hard got an education, now make 150k per year. My wife and I have no kids. Guess how much in taxes I pay? My hard work is penalized. % wise, i am footing quite a bit more than someone who does not want to better themself. it stinks...

2007-04-24 10:07:24 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

I am in charge of content for my small town cable channel. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can put on there. I'm thinking along the lines of consumer protection videos, safety instructionals etc... I am looking for free content. Any suggestions on where to get them?

2007-04-24 10:05:54 · 3 answers · asked by My other car is a guitar 2 in Civic Participation

When you're 15-16, you are able to take drivers education. After so many hours of driving, you can get your liscence. However, it's something that everyone is not able to do for one reason or another. Driving is a privilege.

With alcohol, you turn a certain age and automatically can drink without any form of education or training. So what is alcohol? Does one have the right to drink alcohol, or is it a privilege to be able to drink since one must be a certain age to drink?

Also, how do you define the difference between a right and a privilege?

2007-04-24 10:05:27 · 8 answers · asked by Kitty 4 in Law & Ethics

Since I happen to know that in order to get an MBA in business it is required. I think it must be in politics as well. His advise on leadership was to do and say what ever it takes to get what you want. Ruthlessness is pretty much the name of the game. I am really not against freedom of speech, thought, etc. But maybe this book should be banned. Or maybe a good question to ask a politician is where he stands on Machaviallism, and then watch him for purgery.

2007-04-24 10:05:02 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Does this make any sense? Is this really necessary? What will they think up next. Is this stupid and ridiculous or what?

2007-04-24 10:01:54 · 18 answers · asked by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 in Politics

2007-04-24 09:56:23 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

They may raise the federal minimum wage today. All you lazy loafers will get a undeserved pay raise.

2007-04-24 09:55:56 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics