Politics & Government - 6 May 2007

My dad was in the process of a divorce for almost a year. He was also in the process of writing a new will. Neither the divorce nor the will were signed/finalized!

Now, my stepmother (the wife he was divorcing) has submitted an older will to probate which says everything goes to her. Dad had wanted his estate to be divided up amongst his children (as he expressed during the divorce proceedings). He had the latest will completed by a lawyer, but it was never signed. What is the best course of action? There is some possibility the stepmother will respect Dad's wishes, but I'd say it's only a 50-50 chance. Should we contest the older will she submitted (which appears valid) with the idea that Dad's later will (which might not be valid) will at least allow the prior will to be revoked? Then, maybe us kids can get a share of the estate as if there was no will at all? Any other thoughts on this would also be helpful.

2007-05-06 14:41:14 · 3 answers · asked by ckr t 1 in Law & Ethics

I'd feel alot better with our presidents if I knew that 85% of the people were involved in voting for them.

2007-05-06 14:36:14 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Civic Participation

I am considering the Navy as a career option after college and would like to know what type of degree would benefit me most in a combat type field. I would like to go into BUDs training after entering into the Navy to become a SEAL. If I did make it through BUDs which degree would help me most in that field.

2007-05-06 14:35:59 · 11 answers · asked by Peapod 1 in Military

As a liberal:

If you hear a news report of a man beat nearly to death because he is a minority or gay will you rally about punishing the bigot who committed the terrible crime?

If so, when you hear a news report of a man beat nearly to death for his money, by a minority, do you start talking about the poor disadvantaged person who is forced to commit such acts to survive?

2007-05-06 14:34:49 · 14 answers · asked by Dog Lover 7 in Politics

Why is there such a double standard on the left that you see it as justified to outlaw cigarettes but legalize marijuana?

Also, why do you believe that the National Rifle Association helps criminals while the American Civil Liberties Union protects the innocent?

2007-05-06 14:32:19 · 12 answers · asked by Dog Lover 7 in Politics

2007-05-06 14:31:16 · 4 answers · asked by In Honor of Moja 4 in Civic Participation

After i return from Iraq, my family and I are PCSing there. Just wondering how is it there, as far as the post, traffic, PT, things of that nature. Im going to the 704th MI Brigade.

2007-05-06 14:29:43 · 5 answers · asked by Michael 3 in Military

why dont he send his own family over there to fight for his oil................................usa folks are so blind....believe anything

2007-05-06 14:27:53 · 9 answers · asked by tanya b 1 in Politics

Not that I WANT to fill my head with total crap, I just have to watch it for a merit badge.....
Thanks

2007-05-06 14:27:40 · 5 answers · asked by Yep 2 in Elections

Or does the implant keep this knowledge hidden from them?

2007-05-06 14:26:53 · 17 answers · asked by Chi Guy 5 in Politics

2007-05-06 14:24:11 · 4 answers · asked by Tyin K 2 in Politics

2007-05-06 14:19:32 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

please list sources

2007-05-06 14:12:43 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

dosent this prove the war isnt about oil?

Thats the liberal theory about Al Qaeda in iraq...lets use their logic

2007-05-06 14:12:29 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-05-06 14:11:53 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Can you get a ticket for alerting drivers that there is an officer ahead and that he has his radar gun out for speeding vehicles?

2007-05-06 14:11:02 · 10 answers · asked by the griffin 4 in Law Enforcement & Police

2007-05-06 14:10:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

My mom wont give me my Passport im 21 years old and shes afraid im going out of the country which i am. are there any legal action i can take to get it back?

Please help...

2007-05-06 14:10:45 · 20 answers · asked by john 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

If a girl is drunk, is it her fault if someone rapes her?
What about if she's dressed immodestly?

2007-05-06 14:06:08 · 51 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

So now that they are in office, why are gas prices above $3.00 a gallon?

2007-05-06 14:05:44 · 21 answers · asked by crusader rabbitt 5 in Politics

I thought this weekend was a good time to reflect on my studies.

Should I take the second year class next fall???

2007-05-06 14:05:26 · 8 answers · asked by ShortBus43 2 in Politics

2007-05-06 14:02:40 · 23 answers · asked by kramer 1 in Elections

let's say my sister, who is an american citizen, petitions me for a greeen card and the petition is accepted. Then I would have to wait for a couple of years for a visa number to get the green card. IF I'M INSIDE THE COUNTRY WHEN SHE petitions me and the petition is accepted, can I wait inside the country and get employment authorization and work even though I have to wait to get a visa number and get the green card??

2007-05-06 14:01:53 · 3 answers · asked by art_007 1 in Immigration

2007-05-06 14:00:54 · 24 answers · asked by kramer 1 in Elections

2007-05-06 14:00:25 · 9 answers · asked by Frankie 4 in Elections

Gallup has her favorability rating dropping from 58 percent in February to only 45 percent in April. The decrease in her popularity spans all demographic groups. Gallup has her dropping sharply even among her core constituencies: Democrats, liberals and single women. There is a lot of time between now and the elections, but if things continue, she will not get the nod.

2007-05-06 13:58:16 · 16 answers · asked by Cherie 6 in Elections

On May 15th, there is going to be a "gas-out". All americans are encouraged to avoid filling up their gas tanks on that day. It was done in 1997, and nearly cost the oil companys $3,000,000,000. That is 3 billion dollars. Overnight gas prices dropped nearly 30 cents a gallon. If you are tired of paying $30.00-$50.00 to fill up your car, then join real americans who have had enough of oil companies reporting billion dollar profits each quarter. I know you guys are out there. LET'S DO THIS!! If you can't, then at least pass this on to as many people as you can. Let's show the "have's and the have mores" that the little people have the will and the power to make a stand and be heard!

2007-05-06 13:57:10 · 17 answers · asked by nil8_360 6 in Law & Ethics

2007-05-06 13:49:02 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

2007-05-06 13:48:34 · 4 answers · asked by hot stuff 1 in Government

2007-05-06 13:44:13 · 24 answers · asked by Gypsy Gal 6 in Politics