Politics - 31 August 2007

The MOST patriotic thing I am going to do Next year is Vote for Hillary.

2007-08-31 16:50:34 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-31 16:49:07 · 5 answers · asked by soperson 4

Why didn't liberals battle with Clinton's "no warrant" executive order?

Where was the outrage over Clinton's executive order that actually called for warrantless searches of people and possessions. Clinton's EO went far further than what liberals are currently upset about.

Why are liberals currently really upset about monitoring just telephone calls of foreigners in America, while they ignore what Clinton did?

Pelosi was in office in the 1990's and she said nothing about Clinton's actions.

2007-08-31 16:45:19 · 20 answers · asked by a bush family member 7

Why are you allowing the government to control you in the United States of America?

WATCH THIS 3 minute clip!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N331kGvh0U0

If you don't you have no one to blame but yourself when this happens! It's only 3 minutes of your time!

2007-08-31 16:39:55 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-31 16:29:56 · 18 answers · asked by stupidity_of_pride 4

“Just a goddamned piece of paper” — George Bush
Bush executive order: Blocking Property of Certain Persons Who Threaten Stabilization Efforts in Iraq [here]: If the Secretary of the Treasury thinks you are at risk of committing an act of violence [whether or not you actually have committed an act of violence] in order to protest the policies of the Iraqi government or the Bush administration’s policies to promote “economic reconstruction and political reform in Iraq”, then the secretary of the Treasury can put a freeze on all your assets. Likewise if you are associated with such a person.

Bush executive order: Blocking Property of Persons Undermining the Sovereignty of Lebanon or Its Democratic Processes and Institutions [here]: Essentially the same as above, but for Lebanon, with one small difference - the freezing of property isn’t just restricted to people suspected of violent acts, but also non-violent ones. The order also bans any food and humanitarian aid to any anyone whose property is frozen, including the spouse or dependent child.

Bush presidential order [here]: The National Security Agency gains the authority to indiscriminately wiretap US citizens within the US without court approval.

Fourth amendment of the US constitution:

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Free speech zones: When Bush travels around the United States, the Secret Service visits the location ahead of time and orders local police to set up “free speech zones” or “protest zones” where people opposed to Bush policies (and sometimes sign-carrying supporters) are quarantined. These zones routinely succeed in keeping protesters out of presidential sight and outside the view of media covering the event.

First amendment of the US constitution:

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Bush executive order: Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has An Interest [here]: This order nullifies any legal proceedings against individuals or companies performing any oil related work in Iraq.

[I] find that the threat of attachment or other judicial process against the Development Fund for Iraq, Iraqi petroleum and petroleum products, and interests therein, and proceeds, obligations, or any financial instruments of any nature whatsoever arising from or related to the sale or marketing thereof, and interests therein, obstructs the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the restoration and maintenance of peace and security in the country, and the development of political, administrative, and economic institutions in Iraq. This situation constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States and I hereby declare a national emergency to deal with that threat

Unless licensed or otherwise authorized pursuant to this order, any attachment, judgment, decree, lien, execution, garnishment, or other judicial process is prohibited, and shall be deemed null and void, with respect to the following…

Indefinite imprisonment of US citizens on US soil without trial: Not only has the US government arrested and indefinitely detained countless foreigners, but there have been several cases [e.g. here] of US citizens being apprehended on US soil and held indefinitely in military prisons without trial.

Sixth amendment of the US constitution:

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense.

2007-08-31 16:28:28 · 5 answers · asked by soperson 4

and the war. Am I right? I bet I am.

2007-08-31 16:23:28 · 36 answers · asked by ellen 4

i understand that he has done things that people dont agree with but where do you stand what your take on the war and the Bush administration?

2007-08-31 16:23:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

"Goddamn Piece of Paper"
Washington, DC. Dec 14th, 2005 ---- There are multiple reports flying round DC that if true need to be addressed by both Houses of Congress in an Impeachment hearing. President Bush, who many believe is becoming more unstable every day is reported to have had the following exchanges during a meeting with Congressional leaders according to Doug Thompson, reporting in Capitol Hill Blue:

"GOP leaders told Bush that his hardcore push to renew the more onerous provisions of the act could further alienate conservatives still mad at the President from his botched attempt to nominate White House Counsel Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court.

“I don’t give a goddamn,” Bush retorted. “I’m the President and the Commander-in-Chief. Do it my way.”

“Mr. President,” one aide in the meeting said. “There is a valid case that the provisions in this law undermine the Constitution.”

“Stop throwing the Constitution in my face,” Bush screamed back. “It’s just a goddamned piece of paper!”

Doug Thompson wrote that he had talked to three people present for the meeting that day and they all confirm that the President of the United States called the Constitution “a goddamned piece of paper."

That conversation if it did take place deserves a groveling apology at least, and resignation if he had moral scruples. He needs to broadcast his apology to the American people immediately, without hundreds of military and flags as "Made for TV" backdrops.

2007-08-31 16:22:14 · 9 answers · asked by soperson 4

When sued to deliver minutes of his top-secret "Energy Policy" meetings, where criminal filth like Kenny Boy Lay dictated US energy policy Cheney claimed "Executive Privilege" to keep the proceedings secret from the public.

When told to produce records of his involvement in Alberto Gonzales' obstruction of justice and perjury crimes, he claimed he "wasn't part of the executive branch."

Why can't he make up his mind?

2007-08-31 16:19:31 · 8 answers · asked by obl_alive_and_well 4

http://www.capitolhillblue.com/artman/publish/article_7779.shtml

2007-08-31 16:14:01 · 16 answers · asked by soperson 4

In one of the recent presidential debates Hillary claimed that she is a progressive now.....not a liberal.

In the 50's they were socialists
in the 60's - 90's they called themselves LIBERALS
Now they want to be called 'Progressives'?

I can't keep up! Either way get ready for them to tell you why your taxes will be raised to fund their beloved Nanny State!


See my 360 blog on Why LIBS are hypocrits!

2007-08-31 16:12:20 · 20 answers · asked by PNAC ~ Penelope 4

And if you say yes, can you back it up with sources?

2007-08-31 16:06:54 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

If the UN doesn't even know they have chemical weapons stored in the basement, how can you attack Bush as a liar?

http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-08-30T170627Z_01_N30440927_RTRUKOC_0_US-UN-CHEMICALS.xml&src=rss&rpc=22&sp=true

2007-08-31 16:05:52 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

which of our American leaders belong to it?



http://www.newswithviews.com/Craig/roberts10.htm

2007-08-31 16:01:58 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-31 15:59:00 · 9 answers · asked by ellen 4

I only ask this question becaus i beleive they accomplished their mission and its time for the Iraqis to start defending their own country.

2007-08-31 15:57:49 · 9 answers · asked by AT4 1

He and congress went on what intelligence told them about WMB's. I just can't believe their are folks that would believe he deliberately lied. I don't support him 100 %, but he aint no liar.

2007-08-31 15:52:17 · 33 answers · asked by ellen 4

were saddam hussein and osama binladin frendz?

2007-08-31 15:42:44 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

In view of his great leadership and in liberating millions of people from the grasp of tyranny in Afghanistan and Iraq? It seems only fitting. Wouldn't you agree?

2007-08-31 15:41:57 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

You people make me sick? you say you like and you would do it, but deep down you know you wouldn't HYPOCRITES!!!
All you democrats and repulicans are corrupted, there is no such things a good or honest politician. It's just a white man's game!!!

2007-08-31 15:40:17 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

Considering all the rosy-glassed postings from hardline cons here, claiming that the economy was doing oh, so well (cough cough), Bush offers some too-little, too-late mortgage assistance!!

Looks like he finally took notice of the dead elephant under the table?

The housing market (both new construction and existing real estate sales) have been in a record slump for over a year, now.

People can't sell the homes they have, even after de-valuing them.

I just think it's significant that the Almighty Bush has CONFIRMED that the ecomomy is not as sweet as some would like to believe.

In the past, banks happily loaned whatever amount borrowers wanted as long as the banks could then sell the loan, pushing the risk onto Fannie Mae (ultimately taxpayers) or onto buyers of mortgage backed securities. This means that the money available for mortgages is falling, and house prices will keep falling, probably for 5 years or more.

2007-08-31 15:35:47 · 9 answers · asked by John Doe 1st 4

I'm no law major so please help me out with this? Can someone please tell me specifically what crimes should President Bush be tried for? Crimes against humanity, war crimes, or civil crimes? Make sure you answer with the law and not emotion or opinion. And please provide the proof not what you think.
You can either be the prosecuter or the defense lawyer here.

2007-08-31 15:26:32 · 13 answers · asked by Rick 5

2007-08-31 15:26:14 · 12 answers · asked by ellen 4

She might not have to according to this Bush is getting ready to be investigated for war crimes.
Now I know why everybody is jumping ship.

http://www.villagevoice.com/news/0735,hentoff,77643,6.html

2007-08-31 15:26:05 · 15 answers · asked by Enigma 6

2007-08-31 15:23:24 · 20 answers · asked by ellen 4

Any Republican can do Moral Outrage on cue, unless it's about Cost Overruns, Consumer Fraud, Unsafe Products or Briges to Nowhere.

But, locking the barn door in case that danged horse decides to sneak back in is something they do a lot, too.

You decide.

2007-08-31 15:20:24 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

the crops haven't withered,the cattle haven't died nor have the locusts descended.
Gee - maybe it really doesn't turn the worls upside down.
What cha think?

2007-08-31 15:09:33 · 16 answers · asked by Your Teeth or Mine? 5

2007-08-31 15:05:45 · 9 answers · asked by huduuluv 5

2007-08-31 15:03:48 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous