Politics & Government - 19 November 2007

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2007-11-19 04:16:07 · 8 answers · asked by . 5 in Politics

in two parts..
a) are you registered to vote in your state's primary?
b) are you a delegate or in the process of becoming one?

2007-11-19 04:15:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

2007-11-19 04:12:25 · 5 answers · asked by blueskyuy 1 in Law & Ethics

2007-11-19 04:11:54 · 7 answers · asked by Punit D 1 in Military

Back to LT Watada.
Hes a good example.
And until they convict him of anything, he is not what people call him.

EVERY SOLDIER HAS A MORAL OBLIGATION TO QUESTION IMMORAL ORDERS.
And because LT Watada is not being treated as someone found guilty of the orders brought upon him, shows The Military Courts agree with his objection.

So how can anyone try to argue that?

Could it be that thos that say, a soldier shouldnt get to pick and choose his wars, are the ones who wouldnt have the courage to stand up and question such an Immoral order?

2007-11-19 04:10:21 · 12 answers · asked by writersbIock2006 5 in Military

2007-11-19 04:10:18 · 2 answers · asked by kay_kay540 1 in Embassies & Consulates

Im a Mexican American, I dont understand why some people (American, caucasians I really dont know what the right name is) if there are many American Born that have families from all over the world. If my family is Mexican living in the U.S. legally but I was born in the U.S. , do other "Americans" need to call me a beaner???? Or if I was African born in the U.S. what am I supposed to be called? I think that the name calling needs to stop, we are all human beings. Im as much as an American as you people that are blonde or speak english or have light skin. (No offense, Im not wanting to offend anyone) I thought that the real American, the first Americans were the Native American Indians, I dont think they were blonde. So who are we to be name calling people from other countries? This question is not meant to insult anyone from anywhere, like I said Im also an American, but I have a heart too and I dont hate anyone because of their legal status or race.

2007-11-19 04:09:04 · 16 answers · asked by easter_girl 3 in Immigration

adjusted to today's dollar

2007-11-19 04:06:24 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I think that all violent crimes are hate crimes regardless of race or ethnic background. Hate crime laws are just another paradox in our legal system.

2007-11-19 04:04:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

2007-11-19 03:59:46 · 4 answers · asked by SURABHI A 1 in International Organizations

ABC news report about mudslinging and they do their best to clear Hillary of any wrongdoing and made sure that Obama and Edwards didn't look bad for the criticisms they typically receive. They did however spend about 20 seconds defending Romney. Should they have spent equal time for both parties?

http://www.yahoo.com/s/739792

2007-11-19 03:58:47 · 2 answers · asked by Abu#2 4 in Politics

My husband is scheduled to go overseas, and we are having a new baby. The main problem is I am due right around the same time he is going over. I was wondering if there is a way out of him going, at least for a few months? He is afraid to ask his NCO because he just got to this unit a month ago, and don't want to seem like a bad solider.

2007-11-19 03:58:47 · 8 answers · asked by Amanda W 2 in Military

It comes from a workbook of the U.S. Constitution.
But I need to know if its a fact or opinion?

2007-11-19 03:57:02 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

2007-11-19 03:54:59 · 2 answers · asked by trvnic00 1 in Military

I believe that all things and all people should be judged by their individual merits, not based on the country of origin so much as the actions they take and their moral quality. That said I know many many people whose legal status is questionable and I know very well the location where ICE could pick up at least 300 illegals on any given weekend. I would never tell that location to any federal agency, or local for that matter, BUT
is it criminal if I warn them that they will very likely be busted in a roundup soon?
If I find them morally sound and possessed of good hard working character-which by the way is the same way St. Paul told the Christians they needed to behave as well. Based on those facts would it not be considered my moral obligation to warn them?
I am more than aware that many people will have an anurism over this but once again this is based on how I believe and may be better posed in the Law and Ethics section.

2007-11-19 03:53:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

Or some other merchandise that says Air Force Brat? My dad's a retired vet (so help me if I get ANY hate comments about this, I will not hesitate to block you) and that's what everyone has always called us (my sibs and I), so I was wondering if there was merchandise with that on it.

2007-11-19 03:53:11 · 8 answers · asked by bootslarue 2 in Military

This is out of hand

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07254/816402-153.stm

I'm sorry but they must either be hiring the scum of the earth or the dumbest people for the police force. I'm sorry if this offends the good police out there

2007-11-19 03:51:30 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law Enforcement & Police

(Would you vote for Hillary if she were the first man on Earth ?)

2007-11-19 03:45:58 · 13 answers · asked by Michael K 1 in Elections

Think about the ramifications of this article on the long-term effects of property ownership:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/opinion/18gates.html?em&ex=1195621200&en=cda6432c6f711b9a&ei=5087%0A

It suggests that there is tremendous long-term benefit to society of government programs that help people buy homes. It
is about African-Americans (and fascinating just in that aspect) but it has wider ramifications.

2007-11-19 03:41:50 · 5 answers · asked by Silver 3 in Government

Is this guarenteed in the constitution? This question has been asked several times in slightly different formats and I just can't find where the constitution mentions this right.
I did see where the supreme court argued marital privacy, but this is not what is getting people panties in a bunch today.

2007-11-19 03:40:22 · 14 answers · asked by SFC_Ollie 7 in Politics

He is currently in the National Guard, and was able to stay in despite the felonies. He is currently serving in Iraq, and we've been told by a lawyer his chances of pardon are good. We don't want this to ruin the rest of our lives. They where both non-violent crimes (1 count of Breaking and Entering Auto, and 1 Count of Forgery; More than $1,000 but Less than $5,000). When, and if, pardoned, could he join Active Duty Army?

2007-11-19 03:31:27 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

'Immigrants', The anti-war groups, the Bush Bashers, the Hillary Bashers, 'Unemployed' Cadillac driving "Public Dole Dippers", the neo-liberals, the 'silent militia's', and the others,
WILL THIS NATION SEE MORE RIOT'S IN THE 2008 ELECTION YEAR?

2007-11-19 03:30:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Since the government is so concerned with not offending people, they have taken away prayer is school, posting the ten commandments in government buildings, even many places do not allow the nativity scene on government property. So, with this thinking, shouldn't the senators, congressmen and all members of the government have to work during the "Christmas" break, and not take a break, including delivering the mail. That is if they do not want to offend anyone.

2007-11-19 03:28:09 · 10 answers · asked by littledel 5 in Other - Politics & Government

Here's the story:

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312146,00.html

2007-11-19 03:26:27 · 9 answers · asked by Yahoo Answer Angel 6 in Law & Ethics

Me? None, zip, nada, zilch!!

2007-11-19 03:24:32 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Can you get any more polar opposite?

Ron Paul = small, small, small government
Democrats = big, bigger, bigger government

The support or nonsupport of the war should not be the central issue. Every single Democrat has not vowed to be out of Iraq by the end of their term. I would like to see more discussion on counter terrorism strategy and securing Iraq strategy rather then do you support or not support. If a Democrat goes into office we will have a full force in Iraq for at least a year.

So what will the Democrats and/or Republicans do in order for us to be more successful in Iraq? (even if we are "pulling out")

And what will the Democrats and/or Republicans do in order to better protect Americans from terrorism?

Independent minds want to know!

2007-11-19 03:23:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Is there a way to get into an all male division.

2007-11-19 03:22:18 · 8 answers · asked by 111a 1 in Military

2007-11-19 03:21:22 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Elections

The way people look at politics these days, I honestly do not think we cannot have a stable election. Left wing v. right wing does not work. Liberal/Conservative does not work. That is what everyone looks at.

2007-11-19 03:17:38 · 16 answers · asked by ga_tx_1992 4 in Elections

Let's face it, torture has been around for a long time and even though the Geneva Convention banned it it was still going on secretely.

Now however we see that Bush and Friends have decided that torture is ok again in this dangerous world we live in (even though the US has no rival to its enormous military power unequalled in history). It's get killed by nasty terrorists or allow us to torture people so we can protect you.

At the moment this is confined to a military setting - although they can just decide you are a terrorist and torture the hell out of you anyway.

It can't stay that way for long and the World can see the direction the US is going in so I was just wondering how will it be until the police can routinely torture suspects? This has to be the next step in oppressing the population and it's going to be neccessary once people realise their jobs are all going to places where labour is much cheaper...

2007-11-19 03:17:20 · 10 answers · asked by airmonkey1001 4 in Law & Ethics