Government - August 2007

Checks and balances are eroded. We have "free speech zones" and an Office of Faith-Based Initiatives instead of a First Amendment. Our Fourth Amendment protections against unlawful searches and seizures don't seem to apply to domestic spying, as long as it's for "terrorism." The Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination can't be used when the charges are secret. Do you have a "due process" guarantee still? Habeas Corpus? Does the legislative branch still make the laws, or do executive orders & signing statements trump that? Is the Judiciary still independent of the Executive and a check on it? Ask the fired US Attorneys. Declaration of war... isn't that for Congress, and doesn't the CinC role last 2 years? Does "Executive Privilege" apply to everything Congress might otherwise oversee? I'm sure there are others. Thanks in advance for your response.

2007-08-03 06:56:06 · 26 answers · asked by umlando 4

GORGE WASHINGTON

2007-08-03 06:15:39 · 4 answers · asked by 81 and 100 3

Minnesota currently has a 2.1 billion surplus in their budget and are building a new stadium for the Minnesota Vikings.
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So who's to blame Local, State or Federal ?...and why ?

2007-08-03 06:08:49 · 22 answers · asked by Bo Remmington . American ! 4

2007-08-03 05:28:09 · 4 answers · asked by Pearl F 1

2007-08-03 05:11:32 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

According to me, America should use all its weapon testing ground as Pakistan especially bombs, so that u dont have to send troops in search of Islamic terrorists there and by testing weapons it serves two purpose one to flush out terrorists and also test ur weapons so both ways it is a win win situation..what do u think aobut this ?
But I am sure Bush does not want to hurt the feelings of friend Pervez Musharaf!!

2007-08-03 04:58:10 · 9 answers · asked by windside 2

it's the right to bare arms. (weapons)

2007-08-03 04:56:20 · 40 answers · asked by amadala02 3

2007-08-03 04:15:15 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I do, for these simple facts

1. we didn't catch Bin Laden, you can say we ruined his life, and he's living in a cave somewhere but we dont know where he is, he could be in a mansion in saudi Arabia for all we know

2. According to reports being done by the government (not the democrats or republicans) Al Qeada is as strong as it was when they attacked us.

3. We have given up some of our freedoms to make America safer, I know some of people don't care that the government can wiretap your phone, or get a secret warrent to arrest people but I certainly do, those sound like gestapo techniques to me

4. We are arguing amongst ourselves, boths parties are agasint each other and fall back on name calling and don't try to work together, both think they are right and won't listen

5. The world supported us after 9/11 and now they don't, It's a global economy, we should at least listen to what other countries say and consider it.

I blame this on our leaders.

2007-08-03 02:55:01 · 13 answers · asked by Chuckles 4

We the people need to speak up regarding matters that concern our lives. Global disasters, child molesters, pricing of gas and electricity, home sale prices, employment opportunities for the low income, homelessness and the forgotten older generation without means to exist. Representation in the government is not apparent. Senators are to busy with prostitution and corruption to care about WE THE PEOPLE. Do you find it offensive?
Write your representative and voice an opinion.

2007-08-03 02:27:24 · 10 answers · asked by nsprdwmn 3

2007-08-03 02:09:23 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

It appears that if the oil and gas bill passes then the losers are asking the president to veto it...I thought the American "democracy" was supposed to be the model for the world...doesn't appear to be a "democracy at all..a one man rule..isn't that called a "dictatorship or fascist state..why do the two house even sit?..tell this foreigner why the president doesn't just save time and run everything...please do not resort to "liberal" or "mind your own" or insults to answer tis question...and for those that love to point out spelling mistakes, there is one there for you.

2007-08-03 01:31:21 · 10 answers · asked by bruce b 3

2007-08-03 01:30:18 · 13 answers · asked by Colette B 5

2007-08-03 00:45:02 · 14 answers · asked by vsatsanga 2

Why even go to the bother of an election? She will become President.

2007-08-02 23:54:58 · 15 answers · asked by A True Gentleman 5

Why has this country and its people become so miserable?
I blame the government and its daft policies...........then you have the power crazy police authority and local councils. Will things get better....i fear not.

2007-08-02 23:10:21 · 25 answers · asked by cheeky chappie 3

To those of you who clearly are BNP members and keep posting on this site: the UK is a democracy and as such, you're entitled to vote for whichever group you want. But at least have the guts to come out and admit you support a racist, obsessively nationalistic party. The BNP is, and has always been, racist. That's why several of your members have been imprisoned for unprovoked attacks on Jews and Asians. So stop lying about it; you're not fooling anyone!

2007-08-02 22:32:29 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

From Katrina to the bridge in Minn/StPaul. It seems that everytiMe government regulates or responds to adversity in light of all the destruction over the last 12 years that government fails those who theY are serving
At times I am overwhelmed. How about your thoughts and expressions?

2007-08-02 21:53:44 · 2 answers · asked by johny0802 4

Shut UP congress and fix the damn things...the lives of those who ELECT YOU are worth more than money...

because if it wasn't for us, the people, you wouldn't even have the means to run for president and you sure as hell wouldn't have the votes!!

2007-08-02 21:04:58 · 7 answers · asked by juanes addicion 6

Why or why not?

2007-08-02 19:56:11 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

The DOT is responsible to fund our highways and bridges.
The US Civil Engineer Corp. is responsible for the levies.
Which has worse oversight?

2007-08-02 18:36:07 · 14 answers · asked by David K 4

In the wake of Katrina, and seeing how our bridges are in need of attention....would you want future administrations focused on building America, or would you want dollars sent overseas to build new democracies? Given that Congress is now debating further spending and is stuck with George W. Bush's bills (having spent way more than anticipated in Iraq), do you see where America can also afford the added expense of fortifying infrastructure in need of repair or rebuilding?

Footnote: Saudi Arabia's huge oil revenue puts it in a position to build modern cities on the Red Sea, self contained with all the latest technologies...even having energy available at half the cost of what the rest of the world spends...while America under present Administration has squandered resources to (virtually) go it alone to fortify other nations.

What is wrong with this picture, or are you okay with it?

2007-08-02 18:03:01 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

What if a country decided our way of government was wrong, invaded, executed our leader and put in there own type of government for us to follow? I don't think this could happen because not many countries have as many weapons as us, but if it did, what would you do? Bomb people? Leave the country? Rejoice??

Just wondering.

2007-08-02 17:51:30 · 14 answers · asked by just some chick 6

2007-08-02 17:14:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Evryone here i need help pls give me Exact answer? this my Question PLs...

2007-08-02 17:03:38 · 5 answers · asked by Mr. Aquqrius 1

It was either 2 trillion USD or 3.5 trillion USD, I can't remember -_-

2007-08-02 14:49:52 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

do you think your ideas would help?

2007-08-02 14:43:42 · 12 answers · asked by Ms. V 5

yeah.. im just wondering, can the parliament be more effective when makingg decision regarding any bills and make it even more faster rather than taking ages to sort something out?

2007-08-02 14:03:33 · 3 answers · asked by Aleeya Z 1

I think there were four but I cannot remember for sure...

2007-08-02 13:13:11 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

Didn't president bush learn anything from hurricane katrina? The bridge collapsed on Wednesday. Where is the President? He has announced that he will be there on Saturday!!! 72 hours AFTER it collapsed? He is not even over seas for God's sake. The bridge is literally in the middle of the United states. If he flies in from California, Florida, or New York he should still be there in a couple hours. Even if he flew in from Hawaii he should still get there in under 16 hours! Where is the loser?
Must be home counting his millions and caring for the one thing he cares about the most: himself!
And for those of you who say he is busy: where then is the Vice president?
He too, must be home caring about himself and his millions.

i love our country, but i HATE our government!

2007-08-02 13:03:54 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous