Other - Politics & Government - November 2007

2007-11-08 21:45:52 · 41 answers · asked by Chanel G 1

A little boy wanted $100.00 badly and prayed for two weeks but nothing happened. Then he decided to write God a letter requesting the $100.00. When the postal authorities received the letter addressed to GOD USA, they decided to send it to the President. The President was so amused and touched that he instructed his secretary to send the little boy a $5.00 bill, thinking this would appear to be a lot of money to the little boy.
The little boy was delighted with the $5.00 and sat down to write a thank you note to God. It read:

Dear God,
Thank you very much for sending me the money, however, I noticed that for some reason you had to send it through Washington D.C. and, as usual, those b.....ds deducted $95.00.

2007-11-08 19:23:42 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

These past few months it would seem that Belgium has been without a government, in part because of the increasing strains between the French and Dutch - speaking parts of that country. What are the origins behind the latest problems and is there a future for Belgium as a country? I remember a few months ago there was a spoof spot in Belgian news about the country breaking up which people actually believed was true as it was done in quite a convincing manner!

2007-11-08 18:11:10 · 3 answers · asked by PRH1 3

2007-11-08 17:28:58 · 10 answers · asked by Ponch 3

2007-11-08 17:12:38 · 5 answers · asked by I'M NOT DEAD YET 2

2007-11-08 16:48:41 · 6 answers · asked by MARCELO S 1

Like America and Iraq

2007-11-08 16:37:53 · 2 answers · asked by Boom 1

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/08/world/middleeast/08iraq.html?ei=5088&en=f9d310d7895a8fea&ex=1352178000&adxnnl=1&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&adxnnlx=1194526833-qBdbuDTNC0usCSRa4LBnQg

Read the article BEFORE you answer.

2007-11-08 16:25:57 · 18 answers · asked by Firestorm 6

If I get preached to by Rev. Al Gore one more time I think I'm gonna puke green.

2007-11-08 16:08:29 · 9 answers · asked by Early Cuyler 2

Would you support a tax system where your income is not taxed, but higher taxes are placed on the items you purchase?

I am not talking about high taxes on things like food or water or even clothing as those are things that everyone needs. I am talking about taxing movies, cars, electronics, things that are not a needed to survive.

If this was done then people who spent more money would be taxed more. The person buying a boat or hot tub or things like that would end up paying more taxes in the end. So basically the people who have the money to spend would end up paying more taxes.

I know a lot would have to be worked out to make sure the poor dont end up getting taxed to death, but if that could be worked out would you perfer this method of taxation?

and would you support a person running on this platform?

2007-11-08 16:03:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

It was reported in the press today that although vets make up only 11% of our total population they make up 25% of our homeless population.

Do we owe these homeless vets any special treatment or programs to help them?

2007-11-08 15:59:23 · 15 answers · asked by Thomas B 3

when you are not a criminial but everthing you love is taken away and crimimials have rights just given to themwhile taking mine away.i have nothing the gov erment has taken it all violateing my rights to do so and no one cares.so yes death

2007-11-08 14:42:08 · 15 answers · asked by brewlee2 1

like for the sales tax would be like 7-9%

2007-11-08 14:33:08 · 5 answers · asked by zanad m 4

It certainly seems that the build-up for a US attack on Iran is well underway.
With the low support for current military policy, and the same apparent flimsy lack of evidence to warrant another offensive, what do you think the domestic political consequences would be for this administration??
Cogress withdraws all funding?
Impeachments?

2007-11-08 14:31:29 · 11 answers · asked by lmn78744 7

2007-11-08 14:22:19 · 6 answers · asked by Ajay B 1

Habeas Corpus reinstated?
9/11 vindicated?
The Patriot Act repealed?

What?

2007-11-08 14:19:19 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

have we built any new power plants coal or nuke any new oil refineries drill any new wells. No we have not our nation is doing nothing. Do you know china starts building 3 power plants per week. We are at a stand still that is truly sad.A scientist has said that a 10- square mile section of death valley covered with solar pannels could power 80% of the U S why is it not being built? What is wrong with this country?

2007-11-08 14:10:08 · 7 answers · asked by ken s 5

I am looking for the answer to find the right guide for our local young good new politicians and citizens to monitor local politicians’ behaviors especially to prevent corruptions, overpowering and unfair treatments. Please tell me your thought about "Politician's Integrity" and let me know how could that be implemented in real life, Write about its impacts 360 degree if you can. Thank you very much.

2007-11-08 14:01:59 · 9 answers · asked by HaveiToldYou 1

can someone help me answer this question? it is hard for me. thanks

2007-11-08 14:00:34 · 1 answers · asked by Mark Joseph S 1

Most conservatives are in favor of tougher laws including capital punishment for premediated murder however why are they more likely to justify vigilante justice against violent criminals that are non self defense. Isnt murder murder and should all people who commit crimes regardless of what type of individual they are or their victim be subjected to the same punishment or execution.

2007-11-08 13:45:57 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

i mean we never have to pay for anything in this world like everything is free

2007-11-08 12:40:07 · 15 answers · asked by demoya_nyce1295 1

are you proud to call yourself an american? by that, i mean: are you proud of what our country stands for, and all the things our country has done in the world? do you think we truly live in a free country? think carefully before you answer, and please be honest.

if you could change 1 thing about our country, what would it be?

2007-11-08 12:32:38 · 18 answers · asked by Jesus Quintana 5

Daniel Levin, then acting assistant attorney general, went to a military base near Washington and underwent the procedure to inform his analysis of different interrogation techniques.
After the experience, Levin told White House officials that even though he knew he wouldn't die, he found the experience terrifying and thought that it clearly simulated drowning.

http://abcnews.go.com/WN/DOJ/story?id=3814076&page=1

WASHINGTON - A former interrogation instructor for the Navy said the words Thursday that congressional Democrats wanted to hear from Attorney General-designate Michael Mukasey: "Waterboarding is torture, period."
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_go_co/congress_torture_6

As Keith Olbermann said, "..There are rules. And even if we just make up these rules, this country observes them anyway because we're Americans, sir. And we're better than that and we're better than you..."

http://youtube.com/watch?v=arWJ358tZgU

2007-11-08 12:26:41 · 14 answers · asked by It's Your World, Change It 6

2007-11-08 12:25:24 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-08 12:25:16 · 2 answers · asked by A 1

Can you please add the source.

2007-11-08 12:24:22 · 2 answers · asked by monkeygrl33 2

loving people everywhere"? Is it about time that candidates emphasize the greatness of the United States and our citizens?

2007-11-08 12:17:56 · 4 answers · asked by Yahoo Answer Angel 6

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Presidents_IQ_hoax

Not long ago someone , departed was bellowing these reports from the Lovenstein.org /reports .... however the numbers are way off. Now if you look further it could be real? But h #8 was set in stone on these theories? DO you believe this has really any more bearing than a regular candidates polling numbers? Is this the "WHY" ? Why we bash Bush? I find he still has a low IQ but if one was to place a morality poll who would fair better?

Curious. If all these numbers matter really? Personally I am in a heated debate at home with a Democrat. I prefer a President who supports his country not his ego.

Now Hillary & Obama have the highest IQ's of the candidates. Who do I trust or who is just smart enough to try and fool the nation, again? Please enter into the debate. It is not "cozy" but remember to stay w/in the playbook pls. Thanks for those who care & answer .

2007-11-08 12:14:36 · 9 answers · asked by Mele Kai 6

The earth will be hit by an asteroid. everything will destroyed all that will be left is the earth. We can't stop it it is going to happen it has happened before. the end game over not even owl gore can save you.

2007-11-08 12:04:00 · 18 answers · asked by ken s 5

An irritating dumb looking gape in between sentences which looks quite effeminate in fact ? Is it a nervous habit ? Is he gay?

2007-11-08 11:53:35 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous