Politics & Government - 19 December 2007

Since someones criminal record is public record, is getting the records as easy as calling up the court house and requesting a copy of the record?

2007-12-19 05:01:28 · 7 answers · asked by Queen Ashlie 1 in Law & Ethics

Already it's nipping at his campaign. Do you think it's a serious issue personnaly, and do you think it will hurt his campaign?

For the record he has experimented with pot and cocaine in his early years.

2007-12-19 05:00:48 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I've just recently become interested in this issue/idea. Im a struggling college student and from the little bit that I've read about the fair tax, and the very basic knowledge I've aquired, it would seem to me that the fair tax has tremendous merit and perhaps would actually be more "fair" -as its namesake presupposes. I was wondering if anyone could briefly present both sides of the debate (pros-cons) and then tell me what you believe and why? thanks.

2007-12-19 04:58:09 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

2007-12-19 04:57:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

ANALYSIS : WAHHABISM
For more than two centuries, Wahhabism has been Saudi Arabia's dominant faith. It is an austere form of Islam that insists on a literal interpretation of the Koran. Strict Wahhabis believe that all those who don't practice their form of Islam are heathens and enemies. Critics say that Wahhabism's rigidity has led it to misinterpret and distort Islam, pointing to extremists such as Osama bin Laden and the Taliban. Wahhabism's explosive growth began in the 1970s when Saudi charities started funding Wahhabi schools (madrassas) and mosques from Islamabad to Culver City, California.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/saudi/analyses/wahhabism.html

2007-12-19 04:55:56 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I got a ticket for reckless driving Dec 13th 2007. It was the snow storm day. I was drive like 22 mph on a local street. The cop was driving before me and observed my vehicle from his rear mirror i supposed. How can i win this ticket? Can i use the storm excuse?

2007-12-19 04:55:48 · 8 answers · asked by conch11222 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

If Obama was a white guy running for president would Oprah be supporting him as she is now? The USA has just been through a cataclysmic presidential administration. Are we voting for a new president because he is a celebrity favorite, or because he has the maturity, the foresight, access to the mental reference library running through his/her blood, and the stamina and will power to pursue the kind of resolution that this country desperately needs to clean up the past? Obama is awesome but he is inexperienced. Celebrity support from Oprah could be creating more problems for our country by distracting people from reality. Politicians are not holy people, they are administrators of justice. We need a politician who is adept at seeing the bigger picture, able to look beyond the surface, understands how cultural differences create variances in consciousness and how people understand reality-- and then arbitrate a solution. That takes experience.

2007-12-19 04:55:29 · 13 answers · asked by sunnygirl7 2 in Elections

2007-12-19 04:53:41 · 16 answers · asked by heatherrr323 1 in Law Enforcement & Police

Our country is a constitutional republic, partnered with a theology of democracy, if that makes sense. What I pick up from liberals, who talk about how the poor and the needy, and our governments role. There is no doubt that people in this country need help, but in an effort to find responsibility and resolution to this social problem, in a liberals effort to verbalize what they think should be done......it sounds like socialism. Do they really know what it is and its long term effect?

2007-12-19 04:53:02 · 13 answers · asked by Shocker 1 in Government

When we showed no hesitation to use Nuclear Weapons to kill over 200,000 innocent japanese civilians?

2007-12-19 04:52:15 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

2007-12-19 04:52:01 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I have never had a feeling politicaly that did not spring from the Declaration of Independance...that which gave promise that in due time the weights should be lifted from the shoulders of all men, and that all men should have an equal chance...Now, my friends, can this country be saved upon that basis?...If this country cannot be saved without giving up on that principle.....I would rather be assassinated on this spot than surrender to it.

2007-12-19 04:49:34 · 7 answers · asked by TLB 5 in Politics

http://www.canada.com/theprovince/news/story.html?id=c1cb7148-f9da-464f-9906-2934133ce8c5

where is the justice here? I can't believe this. these morons should be locked up.

2007-12-19 04:48:11 · 7 answers · asked by MattH 6 in Other - Politics & Government

Or are you going to relocate due to illegal aliens/Mexicans?

2007-12-19 04:46:25 · 24 answers · asked by MandoTrojanChamp 1 in Immigration

Hi all. It just occured to me that the media is blasting the airwaves and TV Commercials about NOT Drinking and Driving this Holidays. Like always have a designated driver or call a cab. My question is, if Cops wanted an easy solution for their problems, all they gotta do is park discreetly at any Local Bar or Restaurant and when they see somebody walking out eraticaly or driving off suspiciously, GOTCHA pull him over! Or is that illegal.

2007-12-19 04:45:18 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

Just imagine this scenario in the far future. Say that everybody had their own spaceship which they could grow food on, have hospitals, schools etc. Then imagine they could travel at the speed of light so if they fled from the police no one could catch them wouldn't the state cease to exist as no one would need it anymore.

2007-12-19 04:44:36 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

serving in the Middle East a very Happy Christmas?

And hoping they are soon home to be with their families.

My dad (ex squaddie on active service) said that the army usually served up a decent Christmas Dinner, although in all other days Christmas was just like any other day. . .

2007-12-19 04:43:10 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

I thought this is interesting, and an opportunity for some of the all knowing pundits to put your money where your mouth is:

As of November, Clinton is a 1 to 3 shot to win the presidency according to Sportsbook.com and Linesmaker (meaning you bet $3 and win $1 if she wins plus the original $3 back).

The sites all rate Giuliani likely to win the GOP nomination but behind Clinton for the presidency. He is a 5 to 1 shot on Sportsbook and Linesmaker. In other words, Bodog would give you $9 for every $4 you bet.

Sportsbook has Obama at 7 to 2. Rating the rest of the field, Bodog offers 6 to 1 for Thompson, 8 to 1 for Romney, 14 to 1 for Edwards and 16 to 1 for McCain.

Why is Las Vegas betting hard on Hillary?
Would you be willing to put money on the line?

2007-12-19 04:40:45 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-12-19 04:39:28 · 40 answers · asked by Clarance C 2 in Politics

Haliç Rotary clum did good presentation. klick to top of the presentation, and select your language and watch it...then, please write your opinion about it.
http://www.goldenhorn-rotary.com/index.asp

2007-12-19 04:37:29 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

I have noticed that Fox News is asking Huckabee and other GOP candidates hard questions filled with criticism. Hannity did a special with Guliani that was filled with cupcake questions that gave him plenty of opportunity to smile for the cameras. Why exactly are they pulling for Guliani? If public opinion of him continues to fall, who will be their next choice?

2007-12-19 04:37:05 · 12 answers · asked by sauce 1 in Politics

2007-12-19 04:35:29 · 2 answers · asked by kim 1 in Politics

What if the person has already been sentenced from trial and the order was determined by the clerk of courts to not be because of new charges?

What would the person need to be 'competent' for in that case?

And if 'incompetent' is not the same as 'insane', when would this order be made?

(The person is in prison until 2015 for multiple aggravated robbery charges. These crimes were committed for the sole purpose of supporting a crack habit. No weapons were ever involved).

2007-12-19 04:33:39 · 2 answers · asked by Cita 2 in Law & Ethics

Everyone remembers the first time they smoked Cannabis. What was your first time like? Did you refuse it at first? Did you eventually agree to try it or take the first opportunity to try it? How old were you?

I smoked my first joint on a bus to India from London when I was 21 years old. I didn't inhale any of the joints offered until we were half way to India though.

2007-12-19 04:33:38 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

recent omnibus bill.
The prez must have better info, since he said he will sign the bill which so many in congress haven't had time to read.
Or is the country run by total idiots?

2007-12-19 04:33:15 · 2 answers · asked by Poli Rad 2 in Law & Ethics

The Eisenhower Executive Office Building which houses offices to V.P. Cheney and holds the majority of the White House staff went ablaze today.

So how much scandalous material from this administration is now destroyed forever and will never get to be used for evidence?

How many of you think this fire was truly just an accident?

2007-12-19 04:30:45 · 13 answers · asked by MadLibs 6 in Politics

I filed for modification of child support. I am asking $192 a month for 2 kids. I have them 65% he has them 35% I provide health insurance and daycare for the children (no state assistance) He is currently paying $68 a month total for both children. He got a lawyer and is fighting it. They never filed an answer, but they filed motion for mediation. So I have a court hearing for this mediation and the judge also set a status conference at the same time. I dont know what to bring nor do i know what they are arguing. I know that my ex feels that he shouldnt have to pay me anything. PLEASE HELP! any advice at all will help me tons.

2007-12-19 04:28:31 · 3 answers · asked by luvnlife85 2 in Law & Ethics

what are the consequences of running away and why do you get into trouble your not hurting anybody..what if you go to another country?

2007-12-19 04:28:02 · 12 answers · asked by joe j 1 in Immigration

What are Independents:: ???

Also, media has associated Red::Republicans and Blue::Democrats when it comes to identifying States' political predisposition/character. Again, do you think there will be arise in 'Purple' states...esp. given the increase of political independents/moderates?

2007-12-19 04:27:38 · 12 answers · asked by AILENE 4 in Politics

I have been in the US legally for a year. After that I filed a form to change my status and the process took too long to be completed.When I returned to my country and reapply for a different visa it was denied and my tourist visa cancelled.The question is... can I reapply for a visa later on? how soon? need a clue about it...

2007-12-19 04:27:34 · 4 answers · asked by javdilaver 1 in Immigration