Politics & Government - 17 May 2007

OK, I'm a liberal, but, you really have to wonder how incredibly insipid and narrow minded our democratic leaders can be! Global warming requires addresing, BUT NOT IN THE SENSE OF DEFENSE SPENDING.

2007-05-17 04:36:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Jerry Falwell and Osama Bin Laden had the same views.

Look it up.

2007-05-17 04:33:39 · 12 answers · asked by Peace Maker 2 in Politics

I need a number.

2007-05-17 04:29:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Embassies & Consulates

Look, I'm not stating my opinion on the man one way or the other- I am too ignorant to formulate one. BUT, are Republicans really abashedly seeking the solace of studying their shoes while hoping for the next Great Leader? Are they in a panic?
And will we finally be allowed to teach evolution as the best theory we have available?

2007-05-17 04:28:55 · 22 answers · asked by starryeyed 6 in Politics

If not, don't you think maybe there's a better way to prevent terrorists from operating in this country?

If we give governments tools like this and there's a chance for abuse, I think the powers will be abused. Current adminstration included.

2007-05-17 04:26:05 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

President Kennedy was assassinated in 1963. Today, TODAY!, they think that they have found evidence to support a theory that there were more killers of the President than the one 'convicted' in popular opinion and US governmental findings (L.H. Oswald). My question: If it takes 44 YEARS to come up with a final answer to that question (and we still don't know if it's final), why, and how, can we expect the same type of government panel to come up with the "REAL" reason behind the starting the Iraq war?

2007-05-17 04:26:03 · 4 answers · asked by Pete W 5 in Government

I mean come on.

2007-05-17 04:24:48 · 25 answers · asked by kaasflip 2 in Other - Politics & Government

The term, "Ignorance of the law is no excuse", means that you are responsable to comply with the law, even if you do not know that the law exists!
My question is this:
Seeing as how there are hundreds of thousands (millions) of laws in this country (USA), and even Judges, arguably the most knowledgable as far as the law goes, require that precident, and statute be quoted to them, How can it legally be expected for the average person, who has NO contact with the law, theory about the statutes and court rulings, be held to a higher standard than the judges in thier court rooms?
How can the public be expected to know and understand the law when their are so many laws passed constantly and those laws are always written in legalese and are all but unintelligible and purposely written so that the average Joe (or Jane) cannot possibly figure out the meaning?

2007-05-17 04:24:28 · 19 answers · asked by athorgarak 4 in Law & Ethics

I agree that teacher should never have shown that movie,but,come on people.....suing the school for $500,000 in "damages" to their child?Give me a break.I think they are just out to get money,and this was their golden opportunity,and they have seized it....what do you think?

2007-05-17 04:23:58 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

A True Soldier is tough indeed
standing tall and strong when there is a need
A Soldier also feels sadness, pain, and sorrow
Sometimes not looking forward to the trials of tomorrow

When a Soldier is wounded in battle
the nerves of his buddies it does rattle
When news reaches friends and family at home
how their worries and minds begin to roam

A wounded Soldier feels inadequate at best
stopping him from much needed healing rest
A wounded Soldiers wonders will he ever be alright,
trusting in God that he'll make it through the night.

When a Soldier is wounded far beyond repair
the loss and pain felt can not compare
The Cost of a Soldier is set so very high
they assure our freedom will always apply

To stand beside a Soldier and walk through his pain
will humble a civilian, no longer to complain
Love, patience, trust and hope is what a Soldier needs
to get them through some very treacherous deeds

Dear Lord please watch over our Military today
as they work to keep our freedom everyday
For the wounded and the families of Soldiers lost
Please Bless them with abundant love, for we know not the cost.

The Cost of a Soldier is set so very high
our support for them we should never deny

2007-05-17 04:22:37 · 8 answers · asked by reb 2 in Military

get so upset when you prove that they are in fact SOCIALISTS?

Do you remember that quote, I think it was Shakespeare, "me thinks thou doth protest too much", meaning that it would not bother you if it were untrue.

People call me all sorts of names here, none of them bother me because they are not true. And should they be intutitive or intelligent enough to find out what I am really about, it would not bother me either since I am not ashamed of what I am.

So I guess the socialists do not want anyone to know the truth, but of course they have been going on like that since Lenin.

2007-05-17 04:20:27 · 15 answers · asked by rmagedon 6 in Other - Politics & Government

Republican Senator Chuck Hagel Says, "The American people deserve an Attorney General, the chief law enforcement officer of our country, whose honesty and capability are beyond question.," the Nebraska Senator wrote in a statement. "Attorney General Gonzales can no longer meet this standard." Should Attorney General Gonzales step down?

2007-05-17 04:19:38 · 16 answers · asked by Laughing Man Copycat 5 in Politics

Of course, other than war whinning. It's so sad and now the public is responding. Their approval rating is below Bush.

Hey Washington.....Why don't you get something done and quit thinking about yourselves.

Disgusting!

2007-05-17 04:19:26 · 9 answers · asked by Robert S 2 in Other - Politics & Government

2007-05-17 04:17:48 · 5 answers · asked by Patricia G 1 in Law & Ethics

Is it because the southern Democrats switched to the Republican party after the Civil Rights movement?

2007-05-17 04:17:42 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Isn't this restricting Paul's 1st Amendment right to speak his mind? Not to mention that Paul's comments echo those of many published reports about our meddling in Middle Eastern politics.

I seem to recall many neocons standing up for Don Imus after his idiotic comments, so why are the neocons proposing to censor Ron Paul now?

http://www.mlive.com/newsflash/michigan/index.ssf?/base/news-44/117935695635230.xml&storylist=newsmichigan

What happened to the conservative base of the GOP?

2007-05-17 04:17:29 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

there dad disappearedyears ago police have no trace still he had a third share in a house ,the other two people have sold it and are saying kids have no claim where do they stand in scottish law with this.as i dont think he will be alive but missing persons and scotland yard have been looking for a few years with no trace

2007-05-17 04:17:07 · 4 answers · asked by JEAN W 1 in Law & Ethics

2007-05-17 04:16:07 · 3 answers · asked by zina k 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

I know that marijuana is legalized in Canada and other countries but what about the US? I have heard that some states & certain cities have legalized it. What about the legalization as in the "WHOLE UNITED STATES" Please tell me what you think and why they will or will not legalize it.

2007-05-17 04:15:59 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

This should be fun.....
I believe in upholding the Constitution. I believe in true free speech. I believe in more money for education. I would like a national free health care plan. I don't care if gays want to marry. I believe in a God. I want my children to grow up with manners but I will respect the decisions they make as adults. I get along with people of all different races. I think the "War on Terror" is BS. I respect our soldiers but don't like the job they are required to do right now. I think a woman has a right to choose if she wants an abortion but don't think it should be used as a form of birth control. I want lower taxes and higher wages. I want illegal immigrants to leave or pay taxes like me. I do not like GW Bush and his administration. I vote. hmmmm...just curious to what political profile you will give me...

2007-05-17 04:15:28 · 16 answers · asked by notacomet 2 in Politics

2007-05-17 04:14:56 · 9 answers · asked by Militant Agnostic 6 in Law & Ethics

2007-05-17 04:14:04 · 3 answers · asked by Aline M 1 in Government

i would like to know if anyone agree's, that if the parents of missing madeliene where 18/25 yrs old and from a council estate and left there kids in an apartment while they went out for a quiet meal, would our great nation be backing them with funds to stay out there whilst the police search the area??

i think not

chances are that they would be dreadful parents and would have to stay in portugal for fear of of beng lynched when they got home.

don't get me wrong i do feel for the mcann family but can't help thinking that it could be so different.

2007-05-17 04:12:47 · 22 answers · asked by bornred 2 in Law & Ethics

Can one sue to get a straight answer about "Why did this happen" when the law (and/or corporate policy) was misapplied to hurt you...and there is no physical damage or money lost, but only emotional trauma?

2007-05-17 04:11:28 · 9 answers · asked by peacetrain 3 in Law & Ethics

2007-05-17 04:11:09 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I lost my children to child protection services in 2000...in 2002 my wife died...SHE SIGNED HER PARENTAL RIGHTS AWAY BY MISTAKE...THEN I WAS TRICKED into signing MY parental rights away...my children werew ADOPTED SWIFTLY BY THE COURTS...before I had a chance to fight them...I WOULD LIKE TO TRY TO GET THEM BACK...WHAT CAN I DO? IF I can't get them back...who can I talk to about the PAIN OF LOOSING THEM?

2007-05-17 04:09:46 · 4 answers · asked by Dennis S the biker dude 1 in Law & Ethics

He's on disability because he needs to get back surgery. She's already taken him to court for back child support, which he can't afford because he's not working. But since she learned she's not getting paid out that way she's coming to my son's baseball practice's and photographing him coaching the kids. The Dr's told him to get out and move around. Telling kids to run and catch isn't all that strenuous. She's told him that if he doesn't promise to pay her some of his settlement (from the accident that caused him to need surgery) that she'll show the pictures of him. I'm not worried about the pics, it's that she's creeping around, and vindictive. I'm afraid she'll do something destructive, she has a record of being suicidal, she's thrown things near our children, and she's wished that my son never existed! I told him to get a restraining order and he thinks that with out any evidence we don't really have anything to go on. I want to protect my family.

2007-05-17 04:07:41 · 15 answers · asked by wondering 2 in Law & Ethics

2007-05-17 04:06:02 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Although I saw his youtube video about illegal immigration, will he live up to his statements? or is he just trying to swindle the american people.

2007-05-17 04:04:40 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

This particular doctor destroyed my breasts, and my family wants me to get an attorney. I just don't know which avenue to explore first, the media or a lawyer. Thank you

2007-05-17 04:03:50 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics