Politics & Government - 26 October 2007

And what is a merchant marine, and how do you become one.

2007-10-26 01:19:41 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

U.S. and Civilian Deaths Decrease Sharply in Iraq
American Military Credits Troop Influx

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/01/AR2007100100133.html

19,000 Insurgents/Terrorists killed in Iraq since '03

http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/iraq/2007-09-26-insurgents_N.htm

I am sure glad we are fighting them over there so we don't have to fight them here.

Thanks GWB!

2007-10-26 01:16:16 · 13 answers · asked by PNAC ~ Penelope 4 in Politics

If they were determined to attack American's in America wouldn't they choose the most direct route in coming here instead of wasting time in Iraq, and doesn't it stand to reason that our resources would be better spent protecting our "homeland" than trying to solve the political promblems of a people (Iraqis) who don't seem to like us very much ?

2007-10-26 01:04:49 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-10-26 00:59:11 · 4 answers · asked by Sarah A 1 in Law & Ethics

Thanks

2007-10-26 00:58:11 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law Enforcement & Police

2007-10-26 00:55:29 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Putin and his staff members seem hell bent on "going nuclear" and one doesnt need much imagination to see a connection between Russia wanting Iran to have nukes and Russia rearming its nuclear mid range missiles, as their leading General so calmly announced yesterday.

Whats your take on it?

2007-10-26 00:54:33 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

The goverment is in place to do the things that the private sector cannot and should not do.

2007-10-26 00:51:09 · 6 answers · asked by ken s 5 in Other - Politics & Government

My family came to the "new world" on the Mayflower, so my family is one of the original immigrants. I am a military veteran and have always loved my country, but I am so sick of Bush's war tactics. He seems to have this chip on his shoulder and wants to take over the world. I think we're heading for WW III. I'm sick of the laws here allowing pedophiles and other violent criminals off with a slap on the wrist. I'm sick of living in the wealthiest country in the world, but if you aren't in near perfect health, you can't get health insurance. The middle class seem to becoming extinct - the rich seem to keep making it harder for the poor (I'm not poor by the way, but I see how it's getting harder for those who have nothing). I think this country has gone so downhill, I'm serious thinking about emmigrating to another country. Does anyone else share my views?

2007-10-26 00:45:10 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

2007-10-26 00:45:00 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Michigan has signs stating "when workers present" is it the same in Ohio

2007-10-26 00:40:05 · 6 answers · asked by Judy 1 in Law & Ethics

I know a lot of Republicans(friends, coworkers, relativies)who I have a tremendous amount of respect for...and I feel bad for the one's who still feel obliged to defend this administration...it's beneath them. Also, incidently I threw Bill Clinton under the bus a long time ago...so don't start with that line.

2007-10-26 00:37:37 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Does anyone know why "water boarding" would not be considered "torture?" I am not asking if you agree with the practice, but rather how does the Federal government define "torture." Thank you.

2007-10-26 00:25:38 · 7 answers · asked by CHARITY G 7 in Law & Ethics

2007-10-26 00:18:38 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

2007-10-26 00:16:00 · 9 answers · asked by klunk 3 in Civic Participation

A) Do we really need to be spending that much?
B) Wouldn't people prefer it if the funds spent on war were allocated on research for the cure of diseases such as cancer and HIV?
If that money was used for this cause there would certainly be huge advancements in research for the cure of these diseases, unless of course there is a lack of brain power.
Please no answers of the kind "they are providing for our safety". I have had my personal liberties taken away from me by the government so I do not feel safe because of them, not because of "aggressors".
What do you guys think?

2007-10-26 00:10:28 · 5 answers · asked by I think therefore I am 2210 3 in Government

2007-10-26 00:09:21 · 10 answers · asked by courtneyp 2 in Law Enforcement & Police