[quote]Keep in mind though folks that the primary duties of a President are to give good speeches, talk to foreigners, travel widely, sign laws and occasionally take a strong stance on something mildly controversial. [/quote] Then why does the left blame everything that's wrong on Bush, but he gets no credit for any of the good stuff? Are there two separate standards for Democrat or Republican Presidents?
I've thought about this long before your article MM. I've come to this conclusion. IMO little has changed since the days of slavery for blacks. Of course now there is desegregation and civil rights, but look at the things that are the same. The plantation owners (Democrats of the 1800's) -provided shelter, sustenance, and lots of menial labor opportunities. All they wanted in return was unquestioned loyalty and obedience from you and your future offspring to the plantation ow
Is it just that US politics are so fascinating or that foreigners just don't care enough about their own governments/situations that they feel a need to be involved, in some small way, with the US process? Just curious.
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Why should Brazil have to settle for an imitation "Obama", they can have the real deal.
Don't dismiss Russia so quickly. They are currently modernizing their military, since they are flush with petro-dollars (rubles). Now they are selling the Iranians SAM's to defend their nuclear fuel production sites. They IMO are back as a major "spoiler" in international affairs.
[quote]what's really sad is so many democrats believe this nonsense.[/quote] I agree ID. What puzzles me is why you don't see them sending the government a personal check now, since they don't feel they are paying enough. Why do they believe everyone needs to pay to support their beliefs?
CB.... You know I'm kidding, right? I agree people are more inclined to remember if the event made an impact on their lives. But to be fair it was only 7 years ago, only the people that were very young or unborn at the time would/should have an problem remembering.
Letting the Democrats take control of Congress in 2006 - That's when the economy soured. and terrible things in general started to occur. But that's what happens when you take it for granted.
[quote]How can we forget all of the tragedies in American history?[/quote] Remember the Maine! [e digicons]>:([/e]
Fox news gives Obama lots of slack and good positive exposure. Fox commentators can be tougher, but usually have left wing guests on to make their point. I've never seen anyone on Fox cream their pants over McCain like I've seen other networks do over Obama. I think most Fox critics never watch it for themselves.
I think a lot of people remember, as it is still an issue that comes up often. As I drove past the Pentagon last week it surely was on my mind. My concern is the loons with all the conspiracy theories that the US did it. I know well our government is capable of tragic things, but not in this case. I feel the people that are constantly raising these assertions (after all the proof) dishonor the dead from that day. Sure be angry if you thought more could have been done, but lets put the blame o
Well Bidden must be falling for it (his own parties spin), cause now he's questioning (at least that what it sounds like) Obama's choice of him for VP (shoulda picked Hillary). First impressions are important. [quote]I don't think I like our little Christian soldier, Palin[/quote] I'm not crazy about candidates invoking God in statements either, then again I don't like it when they sit in a church for 20 years that advocates/promotes racism and radicalism.
I think that unions are fine when actual employees manage it. As soon as it becomes a "paid"position and in turn an organization within the job, then the workers lose a lot of control, and the potential for corruption enters. I've never been part of a union, but my parents have. My mother was with the United Garment Workers Union of America for 25 years. Some might remember the jingle on TV in the seventies, "Look for that union label...". Well, as many may know the garment industry in the US
The damage is done. Retractions never show on page 1. I find the people that believe these fabrications have a hard time changing their minds once convinced.
It will take a grass-roots effort to get a 2nd tier party on par with the Democrats and Republicans. IMO trying to get a non-top tier president elected is the hard way to try and make change. It needs to start on the state and local level, spreading to at the very least key states, so people don't think it's east coast vs west coast, north vs south, or even rural vs urban. The Reform party came the closest (still not near close enough) but blew it in the end. They had some momentum and let it
IMO conservatives do more charity work at home in the US, while more liberals do charity work overseas, perhaps because some think it is the fault of the US for other nations plights. I could be wrong, just an observation on the issue, as I know there are people from both ideologies doing work everywhere. Whatever they think is important I say, their choice.
[quote]A skinny man with a funny name is a beauty king??????? [/quote] OK, I agree (some of the glassy eyed MSM left might disagree), lets say "rock star" (wannabe). [quote]and is there such thing as "old politician"? arnt they all? [/quote] Well when your attack ad sites the oil debate for lasting 30 years and McCain being part of the problem since he was a senator for 26 years, yes it is an issue. Especially when you then choose a VP that has been an insider since Ni
[quote]Can you honestly say that a country where 2,000 civilians are killed each month has been stabilized?[/quote] It is estimated Saddam kill over 300,000 (not including the Iran/Iraq War or 1st Gulf War) of his own people. Divide that by 2000 and you get 150 months worth (or 12 and a half years worth) at the rate you point to. So my question to you is do you think that was a "stable" Iraq under Saddam or is it unstable just because the US is there? In the American Revolu
[quote]If you were willing to really put money in policing, and arms were illegal, you could do something about guys running around with a gun in their pocket. You can't when guns are legal.[/quote] I'm afraid you forget two things. Criminals don't buy guns at the local sporting goods shop. They also do not apply for carry permits. Only law abiding citizens (can) do this. Criminals will always get weapons, even if outlawing firearms were enacted nationwide today. The citizen has
[quote]it is an old pow and a beauty queen [/quote] As opposed to an old politician and a beauty king. Choose your poison.
[quote]The government isn't giving "the rich" more money[/quote] I agree ID, it just goes to show you the left thinks any money earned is their's to do want they wish with it. Where do they think the "government money" comes from? Do they think the rich say "tax me more, so you can give it back to me". I personally don't care too much f the candidate spoke like Elmer Fudd (Sure the media would have a field day, more so if he/she were a republican) as long as they are c
I'll go one better, each state representative should get the lowest wage their state pays, after all it's a labor of love to serve, not for financial gain, right?
They signed a cease fire then continued to destroy infrastructure, take prisoners, and occupy a sovereign nation. It took them 2 days to invade and well over a week to disengage and pull out (I'm not sure, they might still have troops in Georgia). All while lying to the West about their actions. They basically annexed portions of a nation without international approval. What side of the story is that? Poor Russia. We can all pick up English versions of their state-controlled media if we need
[quote]Bush 2 has increased it greater than any other president in history[/quote] The creation of Homeland Security perhaps? The Dem's don't like the "S" word so they don't mention it much. How big will the government be when health care is socialized? We can play the blame game all day, but what will it accomplish? Come January all the Bush haters should be able to dry their eyes, I know it will be hard to find someone else to blame, especially if Obama gets elected, but hey they can
Don't worry the haters (many of the same people at the DNC) will be at the RNC too, of that you can be sure. There is way too many people to fall into just two groups, and some will always never be satisfied, that's the US, love it or hate it.
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