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For sure it's American donated M777's. That's what they used to destroy two BTG's attempting to cross the Donets.

Jerry, Don't you find it ironic that it's we snowflake liberals who are all a giggle and agog whenever we hear about Ukraine kicking some impertinent Russian ass? And you don't hear about Democrats holding up military support to Ukraine, either. Someone on twitter took notice, too.

Demon sperm? I typed that into Amazon and now my account is blocked. Thanks.

Exactly. There are treaties governing use, of course. However, while an easement to pass through a property is good, having your kissing cousin own the land is much better.

Geopolitics can be confusing. Grab a map. The Bosphorus connects the Sea of Marmara and the Dardanelles connects the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea. Both run through Turkey. That, and to put it mildly, most NATO countries have divergent interests at some level. It is simply a marriage of convenience not a religious litmus test.

It ain't easy being green. No worries, only we'un's need be concerned over our permanent records.

It's not just you, it's just that certain political factions have correctly observed that introducing stress into a system makes it easier to cause the rats to bite each other. Then, whilst they are so distracted, their cages can be made smaller and smaller causing more biting and distraction until biting each other is all they care about.

I'm with you buddy. I've had a hell of a life I also can't recall. I do have a Bill Booth story but you weren't there so it doesn't count.

OK, so let's collaborate and find some poor, miserable, unaware, but cheery and excited victim and set them on the path to greatness.

Absolutely. You can't hold someones origins against them, even in extreme cases. For example, I know several base jumpers and freeflyers that became skydivers and they are the most wonderful peeps.

Russia attempted to establish a bridgehead with up to two BTGs of the 41st Combined Arms Army but sustained heavy losses at Bilohorivka. Three failed attempts and they lost most of two Battalion Tactical Groups including most armor. I watched the opening 20 minutes of "Enemy at the Gates" last night as a reminder. They haven't changed at all: political decisions mean local commanders will sacrifice thousands of troops in obedience just to save their own asses. As more sophisticated western arms flood in you have to like Ukraines chances.

Seriously, I was focusing on what, if any, role the residents might have played in the outbreak.

Slowly Putin is coming close to annexing Russian occupied parts of eastern Ukraine.

That's to be proud of. Are the residents free or able to come and go?

She works in a long term care facility? Are the residents elderly?

Pat, you clearly care. Let's give you the job. Seriously.

I agree that the field shouldn't be limited to DZO's. In fact I'd agree that DZO's are best left off the ballot and I'd include all family members. That said, vested interests will prevail so that's just reality. I respect your perceptions. But please understand that there are other views that might be borne of more history: personal history that spans decades.

Nope. I have operated a DZ for 33 years in this region. The reason no one else runs is that they know Kapowsin will farm the votes from their crew. It's been to that point for decades, since when Jessie Farrington controlled the seat, that anyone thought to waste their time trying. I've tried to schmooze Heather at Toledo into trying but she knows it's wasted effort. I also would support Afrika at Eugene skydivers but she's also too smart to waste the time. If Luke would just bail either would be excellent choices.

Aren't you supposed to provide descriptive commentary with your propaganda? Do that and I'll watch it.

You mean like Trump throwing the Syrian Kurds under the bus? Which one are you, the ninety ninth monkey?

I suppose it's helpful if you like holding the Nationals at your DZ on a regular basis. Some DZO's think it's a credential helpful to their business in other ways. But I do think you're right that most do it for the right reasons. Luke happens to be our RD. He's done a good job for us. He's smart, skilled, likable, and is on top of requests, etc. He's also hands off and, rather obviously, believes in freedom. I like him. My problem is twofold: Kapowsin, his family dropzone has tuned it into a hereditary seat for decades. For me, personally, being a USPA Official would be like a heavy sentence from a judge. Not my thing. We do have several other small DZ operators who might do a creditable job but they don't have the votes Kapowsin can muster each and every election. My other problem is that whereas I was hoping that he and Andy pulled it off, making the attempt after they were denied by the FAA is just so disrespectful of the membership, DZ's and professional skydivers who make a living from skydiving, not only in the NW Region but, across America that personal integrity alone should have inspired an immediate resignation from his elected position. But, it didn't. That's not good.

Do you really have a Porn History? How cool is that?

Who doesn't support kiddie fiddlers?

And if you don't get what you wanted for Christmas do you break all of the toys or just make the best of it?

FIFY I am one of the "poor Americans" and I vote Republican because it is the best choice for what is right for me.