Politics & Government - 5 November 2007

WASHINGTON (AFP) - Sixty percent of all Americans strongly want the country to change direction after nearly seven years of President George W. Bush's rule, according to a new opinion poll released late Sunday.

The survey by The Washington Post and ABC News indicated that only 24 percent of those surveyed think the nation is on the right track, and three-quarters said they want the next president to chart a different political course.

A new direction is wanted not only by Democrats, but also by three-quarters of Independents and even half of Republicans, according to the poll.

More than six in 10 called the war in Iraq not worth fighting, and nearly two-thirds gave the national economy negative marks.

Just wondering how you sleep when you have so many excuses to think up. It must be hard work cheerleading this administration these days...

2007-11-05 11:47:15 · 12 answers · asked by slushpile reader 6 in Politics

I signed a year contract and the only way I can get out of it is if I move 25 miles away or if I get a note from the doctor stating I'm not able to workout. Does anyone have ay brilliant ideas on how I can get out of this???

2007-11-05 11:45:17 · 18 answers · asked by amanda725_2000 2 in Law & Ethics

Tell me why would liberals do such things.

Here's the article:

http://www.yankeecommentary.blogspot.com

2007-11-05 11:44:36 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I think he's an idiot and a fool, I really can't believe he's in office!

2007-11-05 11:43:47 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

Or do you know any sites to find out about that kinda stuff??? Please, I really need it????

2007-11-05 11:42:37 · 4 answers · asked by my angel is 2 1/2 now:) 1 in Law & Ethics

2007-11-05 11:41:26 · 8 answers · asked by Chi Guy 5 in Politics

2007-11-05 11:38:46 · 63 answers · asked by skeeet 2 in Law Enforcement & Police

Does anyone know the odds of being killed in the military right now?
not an exact number, but I have three friends that are all going into the military within the next year, and of course i'm really scared for them... but I want to know, worst case scenario, how likely is it that they could be killed?
Two of them are going on active duty.
One of them is going into the army on active duty.
Another one is going into the Marines on active duty.
and the other one is going into the air force. not sure if it's active duty or not. But does anyone know, like how likely they are to be killed?

2007-11-05 11:37:42 · 10 answers · asked by Molly =] 2 in Military

2007-11-05 11:36:45 · 1 answers · asked by ctaylor486 1 in Government

My high school football stadium only lets season ticket holders park in the parking lot in front of the stadium and they still have to pay a fee to do so. Is it legal for them to deny handicap persons from using those handicap parking spots because they aren't season ticket holders and haven't paid the fee?

2007-11-05 11:35:07 · 11 answers · asked by TeachR of HIStory 3 in Law & Ethics

2007-11-05 11:34:59 · 17 answers · asked by thomasdavidhalbrook@yahoo.com 2 in Elections

2007-11-05 11:33:37 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I have a friend who is currently being deported but we dont know if they send them all to one spot or different locations. The border town where he's from is Acuna and del Rio. Does anyone know?

2007-11-05 11:31:38 · 5 answers · asked by ericsmaria 3 in Immigration

Does it really help the economy like were constantly told or is the mass influx of people every year draining it...?

2007-11-05 11:31:33 · 25 answers · asked by chris 3 in Immigration

In MA, and prolly plenty of other states. I thought necessary items were not subject to sale tax? Why is this, and why hasnt anyone done anything about it?

2007-11-05 11:30:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Does the law prohibbiting me from smoking with children in the car violate my constitutional rights? and if I lean my head out the window will I still get a ticket?

2007-11-05 11:28:56 · 18 answers · asked by Cheese Fairy - Mummified 7 in Law & Ethics

Do you think US of A fits in the political and legal definition of empire?

I think it does and I know why.

2007-11-05 11:28:37 · 15 answers · asked by Brothers Of Destruction Rulezzz! 4 in Politics

Can someone give the list of the current List of Philippine Government Officials as of year 2007 from

a.) Executive
b.) Legistature
c.) Judiciary

THANKS!!!

2007-11-05 11:28:30 · 3 answers · asked by Geass 1 in Government

I am a pacifist, so I would like to think "no, it is never justified".
But I have a hard time believing this. I know things like the death penalty is completely wrong, but then what about other situations. Lke with the guy who wanted to assassinate Hitler, but knew that it would be against his beliefs. If there are any of you who are absolutely for non-violence, I would like to hear your answer.

2007-11-05 11:28:23 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Hillary or Obama? Guiliani?

2007-11-05 11:28:01 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

http://youtube.com/watch?v=1j79y7i10FY

2007-11-05 11:27:21 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

This is what someone told me !!! IS IT TRUE ????

she will be in for however her contract states....people in basic training dont get called up, b/c they havent been fully trained....but anytime after that she can be, she needs to read her contract she signed and see how long she signed up for and let you know

2007-11-05 11:25:45 · 7 answers · asked by krystal G 2 in Military

I wonder if removing his uniform would make much difference.

2007-11-05 11:23:33 · 5 answers · asked by ArRo 6 in Other - Politics & Government

what would be the outcome? .. forget age and sex.. just go with the premise?
I wonder how many of the Armchair war folks would show up? .. I think you would see more protest from them than willing pawns..
I know I wouldn't go.. but I don't feign my allegiance to a false ideal...
That makes me honest.. anyone else wanna die for God and Country...or Oil Profits?

2007-11-05 11:22:49 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Also, can you list any of their flip-flops?

2007-11-05 11:18:54 · 17 answers · asked by Chi Guy 5 in Politics

why doesn't the death penalty stop crimes?

2007-11-05 11:17:40 · 7 answers · asked by brandigen 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

my daughters father is not allowed to see her without a social worker around this went to court two years ago he has not seen her since but i have now met someone and we are getting married soon and he wants to adopt her does any1 know if he can do this if the biological father hasnt given up rights

2007-11-05 11:16:59 · 7 answers · asked by jna1105 3 in Law & Ethics

OK i know you all are probably sick of me posting sh*t like this but i need your help on another situation !!!

Ok so if i guess to the military reserves for just basic training ..i heard you don't have to go to war because its just basic training???? Is this true ?? Please help me out and explain !!! Thanks ~

2007-11-05 11:16:50 · 9 answers · asked by krystal G 2 in Military

2007-11-05 11:16:46 · 13 answers · asked by krazy blonde 1 in Politics

2007-11-05 11:16:28 · 22 answers · asked by Universal citizen 1 in Politics