Politics & Government - 22 August 2007

While coming through the dial yesterday I heard a segment on the Limbaugh show that was at best a distortion of history, at worst a history revision to serve political purposes.

Limbaugh stated that JFK was a "communist fighter" and spoke about his administration fighting the communists in Vietnam.

JFK inherited Vietnam from Eisenhower. There were 2,000 "advisors" stationed in Vietnam when JFK took office. JFK's admin. sent over about 15,000 more advisors. By 1963, though,, JFK had asked McNamara to create a plan for their withdraw. JFK NEVER laid any plans for upwards of 450,000 troops being stationed in Vietnam, as later became the situation under LBJ.

JFK had mentioned more than once to his advisors that he saw little purpose for America fighting a serious war against the Viet Cong in a "jungle half a world away".\

JFK lived in an era of Soviet threat and expansion. JFK tried to use diplomacy and tough words to contain communism, and was cautious using troops.

2007-08-22 23:56:45 · 7 answers · asked by alphabetsoup2 5 in Politics

The right of the peole to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures of whatever nature and for any purpose shall be inviolable, and no search warrant or warrant of arrest shall issue except upon probable cause to be determined personally by the judge after examination under oath or affirmation of the complainant and the witnesses he may produce, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.

2007-08-22 23:53:34 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Some say it was fine because those particular fish had come from a legal fish farm rather than having been caught in the wild illegally. Others think that whether the fish comes from a well-managed farm or is found in the wild, it is still endangered, and a poor choice for an environmental activist to have for a wedding dinner for hundreds of people.

What do you think?

2007-08-22 23:52:43 · 20 answers · asked by Bad Kitty! 7 in Other - Politics & Government

2007-08-22 23:46:19 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

A friend was arrested and I am trying to obtain a copy of his search warrant, how do I do this?

2007-08-22 23:38:59 · 5 answers · asked by Mike B 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

I fear that...but I could still remember that Mondale lost in the 1984 presidential elections even though his vice was Geraldine Ferraro.

Maybe Hillary would win the Democratic Party's nomination because she's a woman...but will she ever get the ticket to the White House because of that?

2007-08-22 23:30:19 · 25 answers · asked by Ash'ari Maturidi 5 in Elections

2007-08-22 23:27:43 · 5 answers · asked by Jayjay 1 in Military

We have both been through the minority struggles in the past same as other minorities and poor income whites. I think its time we put our past behind us and fight a new more important fight. That fight is against our leaders who send our poor and middle class children to get killed in a war we dont belong in. We also need change in our communities to promote ethnic acceptance and value. Who is with me?

2007-08-22 23:24:05 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

can you live on base with a marine if he's your b/f or fiancee or perhaps a relative? i know some marines have apts. and don't live in barracks, so how possible would it be to live with him there? also how does a marine get to have an apt. instead of barracks, does it depend on rank? can they choose what base/camp they want to be at? thanks!

2007-08-22 23:21:31 · 5 answers · asked by Kaitlyn 1 in Military

military, if US decide to face of with Communist China, which one is more likely to win and occupied the other country? why?

2007-08-22 23:21:06 · 7 answers · asked by Ya..Bru 3 in Military

I am looking specifically for laws concerning vehicle ownership, keeping, and motoring offences.

The reason I ask is that I am wondering whether it is a criminal offence to not register your vehicle (the DVLA V5 registration) and drive it on UK roads. Assuming you have tax, insurance, MOT, and a valid driving licence.

People have said it is illegal but try as I will I can't find the relevant UK law regarding this.

Thanks

2007-08-22 23:20:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YENbElb5-xY

2007-08-22 23:19:48 · 2 answers · asked by Daniel R 2 in Other - Politics & Government

This man has proved that politicians could be people who say the truth. He has proved that some of our congressmen follow their conscience. I love this guy. Anyone else who loves him?

PS: You don't have to be a republican in order to love him, but rather an American...WAIT! NO! You could love him even if you're not an American, but rahter a lover of truth!

2007-08-22 23:17:25 · 4 answers · asked by Ash'ari Maturidi 5 in Elections

bonikingv -Politics in business !

2007-08-22 23:12:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-08-22 23:09:33 · 2 answers · asked by me 3 in Elections

My passport is currently hold by a foreign embassy for a visa application, however, i need to travel to France for 2 days next week. Is any other form of ID accepted? (driving license maybe?)

2007-08-22 23:09:00 · 18 answers · asked by Zoozle 2 in Immigration

My husband is in the navy and his PRD date is beginning of June 08, my due date is April 12, 2008 can we PCS before the baby is born or do we have to wait until June, also do they usually check out before PRD date(how long before)??
I have a friend who is PCSing before original PRD date, but she is due 10 days after.

2007-08-22 23:08:18 · 6 answers · asked by = ) 1 in Military

2007-08-22 23:06:39 · 13 answers · asked by sameer 1 in Elections

2007-08-22 23:03:42 · 11 answers · asked by LOVED ONE 1 in Law & Ethics

2007-08-22 22:59:54 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Do stories like this bring you closer to saying 'YES' to bringing back Capital Punishment? Would you sign a petition to the PM supporting it?

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/itn/20070823/tuk-two-held-over-liverpool-shooting-dba1618_2.html

2007-08-22 22:58:59 · 29 answers · asked by Party_Fants 1 in Law & Ethics

Why is it that to them only the rich straight white Christian males matter and if you don't agree with their views and wars it means you're some kind of anti-American terrorist?

2007-08-22 22:52:25 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

It tells a true story about religious fanaticism and how Mormons massacred 120 settlers in Utah.

2007-08-22 22:29:10 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

I am writing an essay. I am struggling to find information. A good site maybe or some information on the japanese movements inside vietnam please?? What events occured there?? Anything please. Will give 10 points to most helpful answer.

2007-08-22 22:27:59 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

Try to moderate your responses so as to at least appear sane and reasonably intelligent.

2007-08-22 22:24:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

2007-08-22 22:15:54 · 6 answers · asked by Mr M 1 in Law & Ethics

2007-08-22 22:14:19 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

How can the US justify harbouring those who have or have attempted to overthrow democratic leaders in South America? Did Bush not say that harbouring terrorists was just as bad as being one?

2007-08-22 22:09:54 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

i have been sued for copyright infringment. i have agreed to stop using my company name, and any said promotional and advertising material, however they want me to pay their costs for sueing me. i cant afford waht they want. i can afford a smaller amount each month. where do i stand.

2007-08-22 22:09:24 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Which one would you chose and why. If you prefer to stay in the country you are in presently, pleas give reasons?

2007-08-22 22:04:31 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration