BIGUN

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  1. Bugs are the best way... although not my favorite (lamb) Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  2. My suspicion is you've read what others have wrote about what they read. One clause of note from the EO: In order to protect Americans, the United States must ensure that those admitted to this country do not bear hostile attitudes toward it and its founding principles. The United States cannot, and should not, admit those who do not support the Constitution, or those who would place violent ideologies over American law. In addition, the United States should not admit those who engage in acts of bigotry or hatred (including "honor" killings, other forms of violence against women, or the persecution of those who practice religions different from their own) or those who would oppress Americans of any race, gender, or sexual orientation. Feel free to read the actual EO here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/01/27/executive-order-protecting-nation-foreign-terrorist-entry-united-states As for the ninth court... Here is what Snopes says; and they are admittedly left leaning - but not in their research (might be centrists :) http://www.snopes.com/ninth-circuit-court-most-overturned/ Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  3. I don't know that I can agree. I was in Basic when Nixon had to resign. I also remember that we had technically won the war in South Vietnam and the Dem side of the house is what caused Vietnam to ultimately fail. And, it's when I learned I was more of a centrist than a hard party-liner. There has been an increase in authoritative abuse with each passing administration. I've voted for Democrats in the past (even for the first female Mayor Democrat in Tulsa - Oh the horror!!) They were fiscally responsible with a perfect blend of economic and social issues. Here's where I'm at right now... Most of America was looking for change. I know I was. And, we're here for the next four years and I'm willing to support him until I can't. The other thing I think we need to acknowledge is both Clinton and Obama did some good things. I was living in NW Arkansas when Clinton ran and I took a long hard look at him and his record, what he'd done for Arkansas and that he acted like a regular person. Loved that about him. And, he's one of the Democrats I voted for. Clinton brought one of the most important legislation's about when he created the Insurance Portability act. I think Obama had good intentions with ACA, but I would have liked to see him fix the VA system and then use that as a model for his next step. Unfortunately, he tried the big plan first and even if Trump wasn't touting, "We must repeal and replace" ACA.... it was going to fail by next year. Here's what we need to keep in mind.... To "Repeal and Replace" ACA is still an acknowledgement to me of what Clinton and Obama brought to the table. The need is there - it validates the Dems side. With the exponential increase of an aging population and rising health care costs; corporations used to provide healthcare, then they had to have their employees subsidize it. Then they quit offering it all together. Twenty years ago... My better half used to offer health care to her eight employees. It got to the point where she just could not financially do it and stay in business. An area I think the Obama Administration missed. Small business' being able to afford to offer their employees health care again. Here's what else I like about Trump. He pledged the high import taxes as part of his campaign... yet, earlier this week he met with some of America's largest retail chains and listened to their concerns about the impact that would have on the economy. If he stays the course, he's a bad guy, if he listened and changes part of that campaign promise; people will say he reneged on a campaign promise. The EO regarding immigration from those seven countries was blown out of proportion. It was a temporary stop-gap to develop a better process for 120 days. The ninth court saw otherwise, but to me; that was an emotional verdict and not made from law. The US Code fully allowed Trump to make that EO. Admittedly, I am personally vested in the immigration situation regarding both terrorist countries and the borders. A friend of mine's wife was killed by an illegal alien. He spent 6 months in jail (not prison) and was then sent back to Honduras. I still believe in the core of his campaign and I'm reminded of that line from I "think" the show called newsroom - "We're not the greatest nation in the world anymore, but we can be." I still believe we could do with 50% less federal government than we have now. There's a yellow page test. Use it. Now is the time for the Dems to re-group. Trump didn't win as much as Hillary and status quo lost. Now is the time for all of us to come more towards center and unite. If the pendulum continues to swing further and further to each side with each new administration, we'll always find ourselves four years more away from the great united country we can be. But, that's just my opinion and again; I'm willing to support him until I can't and I hope that we as a nation can come closer to center - if not... I fear both sides will lose. And, I pledge to not spend the next four year on here not throwing rocks at friends and/or people I respect just because we have differing viewpoints. I'd like to discuss issues of difference with offers of "How it can be done better for all." To Trump: Get your fingers off the Twitter feed for fuck's sake. You have a Communications Director. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  4. Man, the next four years are gonna be fun on here. According to the doctor: ""He may be a world-class narcissist, but this doesn't make him mentally ill, because he does not suffer from the distress and impairment required to diagnose mental disorder," Frances wrote." But he fails to recognize that a super narcissist, like trump. Can never feel personal distress because his ego overcompensates for his super narcissist behaviors. Sorry almost three dozen doctors trump one. If you'll pardon the pun. A conscious would also be necessary to feel " significant distress or impairment". To the damage he causes to himself, those around him, the country and the world. Clearly his endless tweets about his lack of popularity vr other Presidents, failure to win outright victory at the polls, failures in office with regards to implementation of promises. Recent polling: http://www.people-press.org/2017/02/16/in-first-month-views-of-trump-are-already-strongly-felt-deeply-polarized/ Prove the diagnosis of the 33 professionals. This will continue ad nauseum for the next four years. Here's the one thing everyone has to realize... He's our narcissist and I'm willing to give him more than less than 30 days before calling for blood. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  5. I'm going to suggest you post the same question here: http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?forum=28;t=search_engine And then ask a moderator to delete this thread. Bitte Zehr. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  6. I don't know if you'll consider this help or not... but the time, energy and money spent to try to put an antique AAD into an antique rig for something you plan on rarely jumping... well, it's just not worth it. Its a big, heavy, cumbersome, slow boat from hell 7 cell for Hollywood jumps. If you're just that rich, then I'm sure there's an MC-4 Cypres AAD conversion table in some rigger's loft somewhere. Now, that's my point of view. One who may be of better help is likes2jump. You might PM him for some guidance. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  7. I'll see your Dodes and Schachter and raise you a Frances... Man, the next four years are gonna be fun on here. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  8. I don't do facebook, so forgive me if this has been seen already. Cracks me up. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  9. And, I'm good with that. Wonder why we don't deploy them to the border now? As Commander-in-Chief; He can have the Department of Defense defend the borders. I'd suggest we issue them shotguns, so they can shoot the catapulted dope like skeet. Excellent training in case of war too. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  10. Agreed. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  11. You dare question CNN?!??!? Don't you realize that in Speaker's Corner CNN is the Messiah!!! Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  12. You say that as though its a bad thing. Google: "benefits of attention deficit disorder." A close friend of mine is a BSEE, Naval Officer, several Master's degrees in varying disciplines including Telecomm fiber, member of Mensa and now works on a classified supercomputer. Given Trump's education and ability to build an empire; seems to work for him. Some might call it a disability, others an ability. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  13. 10 Years, Brother. Miss ya Loves ya WOOF! Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  14. I've really gotten in the habit of using talk-to-text/email Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  15. Ahhh. My apologies to Paul. I went back and re-read what he wrote. My mistake was thinking, "in general" as opposed to the author. Thanks for the clarification. Keith Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  16. Iron Mike is a name for statues of service members. So, not just a pseudonym, but a pretentious one. Check. Pretentious? Not only did I receive an airborne certificate of graduation, but also earned the Airborne "Iron Mike" after being No.1 in my Airborne class. How is that any more pretentious than one who receive a master's or doctorate as "Magna Cum Laude" (I have one of those also). In virtually every field there are honors for going above & beyond. Nobel Prize, Field's Medal, etc. Do you view all earned honors as pretentious or just the military one's? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  17. You're welcome. Hope he can help. If anyone can; he can Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  18. I would suggest PM'ing Grimmie. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  19. Here is the "Why" behind it. http://www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/dgr/Pages/lithium-batteries.aspx Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  20. Something bad may happen if i count, but if i dont count then everything will be fine. At this point, I think the best person to help you is BrianGermain. You might search for some of his articles/books on here, but I'll ask him for a visit on this one. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  21. You're not jumping your main... you're jumping your reserve. Search for that first, then worry about your main. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  22. You're not too scared to jump out of a plane at 13K; but you're too afraid to count to 4?!?!? Think about that for a minute.
  23. Apparently you aren't a rocket scientist. And yet, another Kallend "Ad hominem" response. Well, are you? Otherwise you believe my accurate statement to be a PA of some kind. Go figure. Ad hominem does not necessarily mean a PA. By asking if I'm a rocket scientist (which you know I'm not)... you attempt to discredit what I said for not being one. You didn't address what was said as being wrong. In fact, you didn't address it at all. Just chalkin it up to another Kallend one-liner dodge & weave. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  24. Apparently you aren't a rocket scientist. And yet, another Kallend "Ad hominem" response. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
  25. Consider the source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/US_Uncut Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.