Law & Ethics - March 2007

This is my first question I'm giving it a try!

As I have looked at exxons balance sheet i am amased why the ceo dose not respond to the press and congress and say " hay what have you guys done with the 90 plus BILLION $ my company has paid"

http://www.exxonmobil.com/corporate/files/corporate/sar_2005.pdf

page 38 Summary Statement of Incme
Please look at the words in the top left part of the page the ($ are in millions) so you need to put 6 zero after the number. their total revenue were $370,680,000,000
excise tax 30,742,000,000
other tax and duties 41,554,000,000
income tax 23,302,000,000
total 95,958,000,000

I am sorry but that is a f.. ,sh.. load of money, and that is only one co. What about shell oil, and BP oil. now that is unthinkable.

If ya ask me these co.'s are paying for the war all by themselves, and i can't ask them to pay more, that crazey, our goverment need to stop wasting the money on all this pork spending

2007-03-24 17:30:37 · 7 answers · asked by heariam660 2

2007-03-24 17:23:51 · 11 answers · asked by D.L. Miller 3

I am completely amazed that they really did it. I don't remember anyone doing such things during Vietnam. How can they do this? Why didn't they ask the troops what they thought first? We see forums all over that our troops are joined to and very few of them feel this way. Is this what it is all about... get elected at ALL costs? And to make this terribly disgusting, they put tons of Pork Barrel in this bill.

Spinach growers got $25 million. The shrimp industry received $120 million. Federal support for peanut storage, due to expire after 2006, was extended for one more year at a cost of $74 million. Shellfish producers were compensated $5 million for their losses to a disease known as viral hemorrhagic septicemia.

“Spinach, shrimp, peanuts and shellfish?” said Rep. Mike Pence, R-Ind. “That’s not a war funding bill, that’s the salad bar at Denny’s.”

2007-03-24 17:06:20 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have to do a debate for school about gun control. I am PRO gun control (for the debate) and have to argue why it's a good thing and why there should be more gun control. Does anyone have any information on this topic (no personal opinions please!) or resources where i can find reliable information on this topic?

2007-03-24 16:42:40 · 11 answers · asked by grawpish 2

I keep hearing more and more stories locally, nationally, and even globally about women committing violent crimes (not just the passive ones like shop lifting and prostitution). Is this a new trend?

2007-03-24 16:42:14 · 1 answers · asked by Michael F 3

First of all, this is not really i want to do, It is a for a class project..


What university should i go into in california?

do i need a major in criminal justice? or can i just do a liberal arts degree and get a bachelor?

alot of info would be nice... i did some researching but i am
still confused about this.

2007-03-24 16:30:25 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

We talked about this in of my classes. Gas prices do not need to be as high as they are. One of the reasons is because the CEO's are making Millions of dollars. And we came up with how to stop this is that gas companies of course need our money. So if oil is hard to come by and gas companies complain of only makeing marginal incomes. Then why are their CEO's makeing a fortune? So to stop this we should have a gas strike. No one drives their car for a week or 2 weeks or a month. Until gas companys lower their prices. Everyone should take public transportation or walk or ride bikes. If you do have to drive carpool with as many people as possible. We agree that if the majority of Americans did this then gas companies would be forced to lower prices. The question is would you be willing to particiapte or do you believe that the majority of the country would be willing to sacrifice such an important luxary that we have?

2007-03-24 16:26:37 · 21 answers · asked by Mr. Martini 3

My boyfriend was sentenced for a felony under the old Rockefeller drug laws. Since the laws have changed he wants to try and get a sentence reduction. Any suggestions on where we can get more information on what he has to do? Any personal experience would be great too!

2007-03-24 16:10:06 · 4 answers · asked by kelly v 2

I THINK IT WAS IN SELF DEFFENSE BECAUSE THE PERSON THREW BOTTLES AT THE CAR IN WHICH THERE WAS A 14 YR OLD .14 YR OLD WAS STRUCK WITH SOME PIECES OF GLASS IS THERE EVEN A CASE? WHY?

2007-03-24 16:09:37 · 1 answers · asked by cf124061 2

100% of Union Dues are tax deductible. There are no links to Jimmy Hoffa, that is history. The difference in wage from union to non union workers is $5. The right to work laws in the states mean that workers have no rights. I joined a union and all I got was paid vacation, regular pay increase, dental and health benefits, paid sick leave, the right to representation, compasionate leave, senority rights. and the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
I cannot get fired over a conflict of personality with my employer. Do Southern States oppose unions more so then the northern states due to racism? I am from Saskatchewan and unions are very active here, and we are a labour friendly province. This question was inspired to a "Aunt Barbie.....Petunia..." Has she edited any of YOUR answers??

2007-03-24 15:54:59 · 7 answers · asked by Ashley 2

Black Liberation Theology is not the only Liberation Theology movement among minorities. Blk Liberation assumes Blk people speaking for themselves as in the case of Feminist Liberation Theology, Asian Liberation Theology and (the most popular) Latin Liberation Theology.

Most accuse Liberation Theology of having Marxist overtones or suggestions but I have not found that to be true. Most Liberation Theology movements are really "voices from the margins of society" who speak directly to a people who experience systematic, racial, gender discrimination or biases. (Some Evangelical Scholars make the case that Liberation Theologies are reactionary movements, I still disagree with that).

(HERE IS THE MAJOR POINT)

Most of what we consider Standards Biblical Interpretation is based on Euro-centric Evangelical models. (I will blog often on this site please ask if you want specifics).

WHY IS THIS: Most published conversations (books and commentaries) about theology are based in Europe (Germany, England, Spain and Italy).

I have been to seminary so I know this for a fact: MOST OF THE STUDY OF CHRISTIAN HISTORY IS BASED IN EUROPE. However, Europe was not the only continent to make global contributions to Christianity.

(A BASIC POINT ABOUT THEOLOGY)

Theology is not simply based on DIRECT DIVINE INTERPRETATION. Everyone who interprets a text, just as in literature, brings their history, experience, and world views to the table. This is called a HERMANUTIC OF SUSPICION. (Lord I wish I had a spellcheck. lol)

Since most conversations about theology are from European males and based on Euro male interpration of scripture and CHRISTIANITY, NATURALLY people who have different world views, experiences and come from different traditions are going to feel isolated.

(EDIT FIVE PARAGRAPHS) : Discussing Blk Libaration and Obama’s Pastor as Seperatist for espousing a Blk Value System

Conclusion

Is separatist a "pretty new" title for denominations or church communities that I am not comfortable or familiar with?

Say what you will about Dr. Jeremiah Wright, but he is right on one thing. "If you are going to talk about Theology, you must talk about it in context."

I have read Sean Hannity's bio. He attended a catholic high school that called itself a seminary.(It is no longer in existence. It closed in the 1980's). He also did not even finish a 2 yr college. Sean has NO experience or understanding of theology and it was obvious. I do not understand how FOX let's it's analyist/journalist get away with that.

Dr. Jeremiah Wright probably came across as rude because Sean came across as if he were not really interested in interviewing Dr. Wright. It seemed to me that he wanted to expose an agenda.

FOX really should demand better. Why couldn't they have atleast found a conservative journalist who understands "a little" about Blk Liberation Theology and it's prominant authors (Dr. James Cone, Dr. Dwight Hopkins, Dr. Cain Hope Felder).

PURE AND SIMPLE

Sean Hannity provoked a DOG fight with a Pit-bull. His little smart Alex comments, "Pray for me Reverend" and calling his church a cult before the Pastor even got a chance to explain what the website was about. Then when the Reverend tried to explain, he cut him off on several occasions. Sean was GRANDSTANDING. I guess that is what brings in great ratings!!

I think a "properly" seasoned journalist WHO HAS AN ACADEMIC BACKGROUND IN JOURNALISM as well as experience would have handled that differently and the outcome would have been different.

2007-03-24 15:47:37 · 6 answers · asked by Andre L 1

Yeah

2007-03-24 15:46:01 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm as patriotic as the next person, I've never seen a flag displayed this way. It's hanging downwards.

2007-03-24 15:37:47 · 4 answers · asked by hulkamanialivesforevr 1

wife wants to take child out of state she's black mailing me in an instance so if i sign this document can she hold it against me

2007-03-24 15:37:12 · 2 answers · asked by jy_mack 2

It is funny but I have noticed that in the name of political correctness a lot of issues are being silenced. Granted some of them are unpleasant and even insulting but they are still protected by free speech. I'm insulted when people burn American flags, but that is suppossedly protected speech by implication. Yet when someone speaks in favor of good morals, then suddenly people are calling them names, threatening to fire them and calling it hate speech. If you ask me the "politically correct" are the ones really using hate speech with their name calling and labelling.

2007-03-24 15:32:29 · 5 answers · asked by technomagi2001 1

Black Liberation Theology is not the only Liberation Theology movement among minorities. Blk Liberation assumes Blk people speaking for themselves as in the case of Feminist Liberation Theology, Asian Liberation Theology and (the most popular) Latin Liberation Theology.

Most accuse Liberation Theology of having Marxist overtones or suggestions but I have not found that to be true. Most Liberation Theology movements are really "voices from the margins of society" who speak directly to a people who experience systematic, racial, gender discrimination or biases. (Some Evangelical Scholars make the case that Liberation Theologies are reactionary movements, I still disagree with that).

(HERE IS THE MAJOR POINT)

Most of what we consider Standards Biblical Interpretation is based on Euro-centric Evangelical models. (I will blog often on this site please ask if you want specifics).

WHY IS THIS: Most published conversations (books and commentaries) about theology are based in Europe (Germany, England, Spain and Italy).

I have been to seminary so I know this for a fact: MOST OF THE STUDY OF CHRISTIAN HISTORY IS BASED IN EUROPE. However, Europe was not the only continent to make global contributions to Christianity.

(A BASIC POINT ABOUT THEOLOGY)

Theology is not simply based on DIRECT DIVINE INTERPRETATION. Everyone who interprets a text, just as in literature, brings their history, experience, and world views to the table. This is called a HERMANUTIC OF SUSPICION. (Lord I wish I had a spellcheck. lol)

Since most conversations about theology are from European males and based on Euro male interpration of scripture and CHRISTIANITY, NATURALLY people who have different world views, experiences and come from different traditions are going to feel isolated.

LET ME HELP YOU: DECONSTRUCT LIBERATION MOVEMENTS

(Most liberation Theologies scriptural interpretations are informed by a particular groups experiences of oppression, cultural perspectives, collective history)

IN STUDYING LIB. THEOLOGY HERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT KEY ASPECTS TO FOCUS ON:

1. Literary Interpretation of CHRIST
as a Divine HERO THAT OVERCOMES OVERWHELMING OPPRESSION FROM THE SYSTEM (Rome and Jesus' own people)
Think of a super hero figure like Superman, Batman and etc.


2. JESUS WAS BORN IN A LOWLY MANGER OF HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

Look for an "underdog" interpretation of scripture. References are ussually made to the fact that there was no room in the end or the Son of God had no place to lay his head.

3. CRUCIFIXITION & RESURRECTION

Literary interpretation, Jesus died speaking truth to power. (Healing the sick, raising the dead, bulking the establishment, and performing miracles on the Sabbath)

He did not reject the mission to "bring the Kingdom of Justice and Truth down to earth as it already is in heaven."

His goals to lift the oppress was pursued on the basis of principles and not outcomes.
He (Jesus) did not care that his mission would lead to his eventual and inevitable death on the cross.


Liberation Theology is not a theology that is based on any group claiming superiority over another, but it is about a particular group or ethnicity that has been marginalized by society speaking for themselves about theology. (Hermeneutic of Suspicion)

JUST A QUESTION:

1. Does anyone get offended with the titles "Greek" Orthodox, "Russian" Orthodox, & "Roman" Catholic? Should people of different ethnicities be offended by such titles?

2. When Greek Orthodox have festivals that celebrate Greek Culture, Greek family structures, Greek Traditions, and Greek food, would you consider them separatist?

3. Let's look at other religious traditions. Should I feel uncomfortable going to a Mosque or a Synod because both religions are so closely tied to culture that it is hard to distinguish one from another? Should we call Jew's separatist because of they have "family ethics" that are particular to Jews. (My grandmother is Jewish)


Is seperatist a "pretty new" title for denominations or church communities that I am not comfortable or familiar with?

Say what you will about Dr. Jeremiah Wright, but he is right on one thing. "If you are going to talk about Theology, you must talk about it in context."

I have read Sean Hannity's bio. He attended a catholic high school that called itself a seminary.(It is no longer in existence. It closed in the 1980's). He also did not even finish a 2 yr college. Sean has NO experience or understanding of theology and it was obvious. I do not understand how FOX let's it's analyist/journalist get away with that.

Dr. Jeremiah Wright probably came across as rude because Sean came across as if he were not really interested in interviewing Dr. Wright. It seemed to me that he wanted to expose an agenda.

FOX really should demand better. Why couldn't they have atleast found a conservative journalist who understands "a little" about Blk Liberation Theology and it's prominant authors (Dr. James Cone, Dr. Dwight Hopkins, Dr. Cain Hope Felder).

PURE AND SIMPLE

Sean Hannity provoked a DOG fight with a Pit-bull. His little smart Alex comments, "Pray for me Reverend" and calling his church a cult before the Pastor even got a chance to explain what the website was about. Then when the Reverend tried to explain, he cut him off on several occasions. Sean was GRANDSTANDING. I guess that is what brings in great ratings!!

I think a "properly" seasoned journalist WHO HAS AN ACADEMIC BACKGROUND IN JOURNALISM as well as experience would have handled that differently and the outcome would have been different.

2007-03-24 15:31:56 · 2 answers · asked by Andre L 1

I intend on legally changing my last name, and this is not because of marriage. The problem is, a lot of my id materials have been misplaced or stolen, and I only have photo copies. Is it still possible, does anyone know what docs would be needed for this process, and the general procedure?

2007-03-24 15:29:37 · 3 answers · asked by as_is_x 1

2007-03-24 15:07:59 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

and he needs a lawyer that does it for free can you tell me who to tell me to call thanks

2007-03-24 15:07:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

If they haven't threatened you?

2007-03-24 14:45:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a three year old son, and the father is around, sometimes. He comes in and out of his life. When I anger him, he disappears. Recently, he has been teaching him obscene comments and remarks. Where babies come from. Teaches him to call me rude names, etc. He does not use common sense when it comes to anything dealing with our son either. For example, he gave him some of his energy drink because "He doesnt tell him no for anything". We have joint custody. He pays child support. All that the visitation states was, 'reasonable time upon reasonable request' which means he thinks he can take him when he pleases. He will literally disappear for months at a time... What should I do? When we went to court the first time, the commisionery basically said that we needed to get along for the sake of the kid and grow up. We're both extremely young, and I am a very responsible parent for being 20. I do everything I can for my son, yet he doesnt even think when he has him. Any ideas?

2007-03-24 14:37:48 · 8 answers · asked by paradisedreams00 2

2007-03-24 14:34:09 · 5 answers · asked by jenn2004 1

Hi there!
I have few questions about the US Post Office:
1. Who has jurisdiction over the federal mail?
2. Can police officers open my mail (packages or letters)?
3. Is there any reasonable expectation of privacy when I drop my letters or packages into the mailbox?
4. When is a letter or a package officially considered the property of the US post office? From what point? Like, as soon as I put the stamp on it or as soon as I put in the mailbox?
5. Who, other than the addressee, open the mail? Is there any federal law for this?

If you please could, site your sources or give me an authority for what you are saying, like some someone vs. someone, Supreme Court decision, etc.

I really appreciate it! Thank you.

2007-03-24 14:29:04 · 4 answers · asked by Dana B 1

I need some sand!
Does anyone know where i could purchase some sand in northern ireland, an internet site please!

2007-03-24 14:28:23 · 9 answers · asked by KATHLEEN M 2

2007-03-24 14:17:56 · 15 answers · asked by lovelymc 2

I was chatting with a guy from Cameroon today nice chap who came here to get a better life and already he is seeing the truth of the UK.
I said to him that in my opinion it was better to be poor and warm in Cameroon than poor and cold in new labours UK.
should we all move to Cameroon or other hot countries and let the Brown boy and all of his socialist pals get on with sinking this rotten septered isle with all their crackpot ideas..

2007-03-24 14:16:58 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have found a community based lawyer who will help me but, I have had a pro confesso judgment against me, but a motion for summarry judgement was denied.I thought the pre trial conference was the time to present my answer to the suit. and I did not formally answer it in writing. The justice told me I still had rights but I'm not sure what. Any info would be appreciated

2007-03-24 14:15:45 · 3 answers · asked by concerned citizen 1

I cannot not believe their nerve, can you?

A website run by associates of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the Iranian president, reported last night that the Britons would be put before a court and indicted.

Referring to them as “insurgents”, the site concluded: “If it is proven that they deliberately entered Iranian territory, they will be charged with espionage. If that is proven, they can expect a very serious penalty since according to Iranian law, espionage is one of the most serious offences.”

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article1563877.ece

2007-03-24 14:13:37 · 6 answers · asked by Dina W 6

If not will my record ever be clean of a misdemeanor?

2007-03-24 14:11:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Permission was granted by another property owner who has access to the same right of way

2007-03-24 14:07:21 · 6 answers · asked by Briana M 1