Politics & Government - 28 September 2007

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/09/27/national/main3304631.shtml?source=RSSattr=U.S._3304631

Notice the headline of the above article: 'Jenna Bush Ducks Iraq, Talks Engagement'. I don't see how she's 'ducking' Iraq. I don't remember her being on the ballot in 2004, so why should she have to answer for her fathers' policies?

And surprisingly, she also says that she understands those people who say that she and her sister should be serving in Iraq. And her answer to that is there are many ways to serve her country. One way, she pointed out, was working at UNICEF.

Basically, Jenna is not her father George, if anyone wants Iraq answers, they should go to someone in his administration. I don't recall anyone asking Chelsea about her dad's BJ, or any other Oval Office activities.

2007-09-28 02:38:10 · 25 answers · asked by Still Beautifully Conservative 5 in Politics

On a side note, that would be a great campaign tool if it weren't negative. She could have her name written on flip flops - funny and effective at the same time.
My question goes for ALL politicians (sorry, the flip flop thing just amuses me) - do you think anyone stands a chance at getting elected when day after day they contradict themselves?

2007-09-28 02:38:07 · 19 answers · asked by Roland'sMommy 6 in Elections

should a person receive more punishment for WHY they have committed a crime vs. WHAT the crime was? should that even be relevant? why is attacking/victimizing a person for racial, religious, etc. reasons WORSE than doing so for any other reason or no reason at all? shouldn't the law focus more on WHAT rather than WHY a crime was committed? doesn't this kind of legislation provide for more inequities under the law, with some people receiving harsher sentences than those committing identical crimes that do not qualify as "hate crimes"?

2007-09-28 02:34:24 · 11 answers · asked by Free Radical 5 in Politics

I would love to hear a detailed response from those that are well versed in politics.

With the recent happenings, including Clinton's poor showing at the most recent debate, coupled with Obama's lack of experience, and the fact that Edwards is a bit of a honk, and has already "lost once" (never bides well in the eyes of the public) -- Is there ANY chance that one of the dark horses will emerage from the Democratic side?

I am specifically curious about Joe Biden, or Bill Richardson.

Isn't it just too early to pay attention to the polling that shows Clinton with a massive lead?

In 2003 Howard Dean was the clear cut, no doubt Democratic winner, and in looking back after some research, Dean's chief rivals were Gephardt and Edwards -- John Kerry wasn't even considered a front runner, then ended up winning the nod.

Ultimately - Can Biden, or Richardson emerage?

2007-09-28 02:33:24 · 6 answers · asked by The Peav 4 in Elections

We are told limited money for NHS and Education

2007-09-28 02:26:08 · 6 answers · asked by henry m 3 in Politics

sport prog. follows with inane chat for minority listener.

Why not have sport, shipping/weather forcast to ( opt-in) on

separate prog or long wave instead of making people who

want to listen to interesting programmes swtch off?

Galloping presenters prove their prowess, do not serve.

2007-09-28 02:21:33 · 2 answers · asked by henry m 3 in Politics

I resigned with 2 weeks notice to my employer, but my employer is threatening to sue me in civil court, because he claims that I needed to give him more notice than that [because I am an essential employee according to him, the reason for resignation was poor working condition such as improper lighting, smoking indoors, and bad office politics; all of which I had complaint about to him (and other director) ]. My two weeks are not over yet, and he has suffered no damage what-so-ever, and instead of looking for a replacement for me and this other woman who quit the very next day, all he is doing is wasting his time looking for a lawyer. I have already offered to co-operate with him to the extent allowable [under new employment contract, and my own time constraints] for the period of 3 months to help in transition. I have at least one week of unclaimed vacation in this year. And I have only taken 2 weeks off in past 6 years. And one of the director has taken 5 weeks off this year alone.

2007-09-28 02:21:32 · 12 answers · asked by zeesh 3 in Law & Ethics

I'm sorry i really don't see what all the fuss is about.

2007-09-28 02:19:50 · 7 answers · asked by Strats!! 4 in Law & Ethics

I always find them complaining about something. They were complaining about their chowhall when they get steak and lobster every wednesday. In the Marine Corps, we got steak twice a year and we couldn't even get seconds. Today I saw an airmen sleeping behind a gun and he is supposed to be SF. I yelled at him and his NCO wakes up, walks up to me and tells me that I can't do that. Its hard to believe that the Air Force is even part of the military. Don't tell me that I need the air force for close air support. Marine Corps already have their own fixed airwing, Artillery support and naval gunfire support. What does the Air force do for Marines?

2007-09-28 02:18:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

I live in a boring neighborhood, so I do a lot of spying. I think my neighbor might be running some little drug thing. She always has random people coming and going, always carrying in and out little boxes when they leave. She's very shady.

2007-09-28 02:17:17 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

It seems whenever I see a parked police car, other than at the station, they almost always have their parking lights on at night. It doesn't seem to matter if they're on break in a restaurant eating dinner or sitting in the car doing paper work or sittin' lookin' for speeders. Why is this? Is it just to look cool? So they stand out to someone looking for help? WHY?

2007-09-28 02:12:25 · 9 answers · asked by Patrick 2 in Law Enforcement & Police

Will she rush them to some America-hating sanctuary city or just set up a cot in the Lincoln bedroom?

2007-09-28 02:09:48 · 27 answers · asked by lynchmob.justice 1 in Politics

2007-09-28 02:09:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

just asking for honest opinions

2007-09-28 02:07:05 · 19 answers · asked by msblack23 3 in Politics

2007-09-28 02:06:54 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law Enforcement & Police

My lawn looks terrible with brown patches all over. During this past season they have been out here applying what they say is best for the lawn. Finally I called them and told then that the lawn looks terrible. They told me it has what they call leaf patch. A month or two later I called again because it got worse. They then told me it was because my lawn has chinch bugs. My whole point to them was this: If I pay a company for lawn service, I expect to have good results. If along the way, they see theres a bug problem, why didnt they take care of it to avoid further distress? I use this example. You go to a dentist for a cleaning, he does what is routine and nothing more. You then tell him you have a toothache. He now tells you, that you have cavities. Well, a professional would clearly tell you what they found other than the routine visit. So the same applies here.They came out and sprayed but never saw the problem. I feel I should have a whole new lawn from them now. what do you think

2007-09-28 02:06:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

2007-09-28 02:04:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

of them ?

2007-09-28 02:03:14 · 11 answers · asked by seawolf 5 in Politics

What if we just quit using our ATM cards for a week, or a month ?

http://biz.yahoo.com/cnnm/070926/092607_bankrate_fees.html?.v=2

2007-09-28 02:03:10 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

A. council-manager
B. mayor-council
C. commission
D.city manager

2007-09-28 02:02:48 · 3 answers · asked by LaKeshia H 1 in Government

2007-09-28 01:59:40 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

in fact, according to the most recent poll 45% of adult americans want congress to begin impeachment proceedings against bush, while 46% oppose. 54% wanted congress to begin impeachment proceedings against cheney, and 40% oppose.

this poll was done by the american research group and can be found here:

http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=56546

so, do conservatives think about half of america are extremists?

why do they hate america so much?

2007-09-28 01:59:36 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20999950/

2007-09-28 01:58:52 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I mean does you average Burmese really suit advanced Western participatory democracy? Don't get me wrong; I don't approve of the military tyranny there.

2007-09-28 01:58:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

How do you think they got big? Because all of us little people forked over our hard-earned money for their stuff! People talk of McDonald's "making us fat" - but did they force anyone to go into their restaurants? They make the food that the customers pay for! In fact, the customers DID speak, DID cause McDonald's to add healthier choices to their menus and that is why the company is making a comeback!

Who rules the free markets? The CONSUMERS do.

2007-09-28 01:55:59 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Yesterday afternoon, my aunt, who is disabled, got hit by a car. She was crossing under the light where she's supposed to, at the time she started to cross, she had the green light, however, she walks with a walker and was unable to make it all the way to the other side, a car, comes flying around the corner and hit her, she now has a crushed walker, and a broken shoulder along with other cuts and bruises. My question is, can she sue them for at least her medical expenses? I understand the car had the green light, but if you clearly see someone attempting to make it across the street you can't just hit them to get them out of the way! Any advice is appreciated.

2007-09-28 01:55:00 · 6 answers · asked by ★ LesbianLucy ★ 3 in Law & Ethics

Okay, my husband got busted with less than 1 gram of cocaine (a felony) back in 1999 when he was barely 18 years old and recieved Deferred Adjudication. He got off of his probation over 3 years ago and did not have to do any time. He was never convicted of anything and other than this, he has never gotten into any trouble with the law. He can get an Order of Non-Discloser in about another year and a half. I know that he can not own a gun but I want one for my home for self defense and to protect my family. I have no criminal record at all, not even a traffic ticket. Would I be albe to get a gun even though my husband has a little bit of a past? What is the processof getting a gun here in Texas? I am wanting either a 22 or a 25.

2007-09-28 01:54:14 · 7 answers · asked by kittysoma27 6 in Law & Ethics

Somewhere this is lodged in my mind as being true and having suffered numerous floods from a careless neighbour I need to take more serious action. I would appreciate any of your experiences or knowledge of the law here. Thank you.

2007-09-28 01:51:21 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTF_y247tiA

2007-09-28 01:48:29 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

2007-09-28 01:47:16 · 20 answers · asked by Big Paesano 4 in Politics