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Is that why Newton was an Illuminati? Makes sence now Carpe Diem

No prob with dogs crappin in my yard. My neighbors pick it up Recently I've been irritated with all the (18) yellow/dead spots in MY yard near my sidewalk. WTF? Like any self respecting red neck, I pride myself on what my hard work accomplishes in my yard. Seeing that I'm new to this neighborhood, any suggestions on how to rationally handle the piss issue? Carpe Diem

Jane's is a great source. Some things I listed Bush has done......good or bad is subjective. Significantly eased field-testing controls of genetically engineered crops Cut federal spending on libraries by $39 million Cut $35 million in funding for doctors to get advanced pediatric training Revoked rules that reduced the acceptable levels of arsenic in drinking water Blocked rules that would require federal agencies to offer bilingual assistance to non-English speaking persons Cut funding by 28 percent for research into cleaner, more efficient cars and trucks Ended rules that would have strengthened the government's ability to deny contracts to companies that violated workplace safety, environmental and other federal laws Abandoned Bush's campaign pledge to invest $100 million for rain forest conservation Reduced by 86 percent the Community Access Program for public hospitals, clinics and providers of care for people without insurance Rescinded a proposal to increase public access to information about the potential consequences resulting from chemical plant accidents Suspended rules that would require hardrock miners to clean up sites on Western public lands Cut $60 million from a Boy's and Girl's Clubs of America program for public housing Proposed to eliminate a federal program, designed and successfully used in Seattle, to help communities prepare for natural disasters Pulled out of the 1972 ABM treaty and the 1997 Kyoto global warming agreement Cut $200 million of workforce training for dislocated workers Eliminated funding for the Wetlands Reserve Program, which encourages farmers to maintain wetlands habitat on their property; Cut a program to provide childcare to low-income families as they move from welfare to work Cut a program that provided prescription contraceptive coverage to federal employees (though it still pays for Viagra) Cut $700 million in capital funds for repairs in public housing Cut the Environmental Protection Agency budget by $500 million Proposed to curtail the ability of groups to sue in order to get an animal placed on the Endangered Species List Rescinded the rule that mandated increased energy-saving efficiency regulations for central air conditioners and heat pumps Repealed workplace ergonomic rules designed to improve worker health and safety Abandoned campaign pledge to regulate carbon dioxide, the waste gas that contributes to global warming Banned federal aid to international family planning programs that offer abortion counseling with other independent funds Closed the White House Office for Women's Health Initiatives and Outreach Announced intention to open up Montana's Lewis and Clark National Forest to oil and drilling Proposed to re-draw boundaries of nation's monuments, which would technically allow oil and gas drilling "outside" of national monuments Gutted the White House AIDS Office Renegotiated the free trade agreement with Jordan to eliminate workers' rights and safeguards for the environment Announced the federal government will no longer seek guidance from The American Bar Association in recommendations for the federal judiciary Appointments Taken steps to abolish the White House Council on Environmental Quality Cut the Community Oriented Policing Services program Held up federal funding for stem cell research projects Ensured convicted misdemeanor drug users cannot get financial aid for college, though convicted murderers can Refused to fund continued cleanup of a uranium-slag heap in Utah Refused to fund continued litigation of the government's tobacco company lawsuit Proposed a $2 trillion tax cut, of which 43 percent will go to the wealthiest 1 percent of Americans Signed a bill making it harder for poor and middle-class Americans to file for bankruptcy, even in the case of daunting medical bills Cut $15.7 million earmarked for states to investigate cases of child abuse and neglect Proposed elimination of the "Reading is Fundamental" program that gives free books to poor children Proposed to reverse regulation protecting 60 million acres of national forest from logging and road building Eliminated funding for the "We the People" education program which taught school children about the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and citizenship Canceled 2004 deadline for automakers to develop prototype high mileage cars Sought the dismissal of class-action lawsuit filed in the U.S. against Japan by Asian women forced to work as sex slaves during WWII Earmarked $4 million in new federal grant money for HIV and drug abuse prevention programs to go only to religious groups and not secular equivalents Reduced by 40 percent the Low Income Home Assistance Program for low-income individuals who need assistance paying energy bills Proposed to ease permit process, including environmental considerations, for refinery, nuclear and hydroelectric dam construction Proposed to give government the authority to take private property through eminent domain for power lines Proposed that $1.2 billion in funding for alternative renewable energy come from selling oil and gas lease tracts in the Alaska National Wildlife Reserve Planned to serve genetically engineered foods at all official government functions Carpe Diem

Great! Now the goal can be reality based and the US can start bringing our troops out of there and stop "re-enlisting" them as seen fit. btw...some of us really did see this coming and have consistently shared that opinion here. Bout time! Carpe Diem

The August getaway is Bush's 49th trip to his cherished ranch since taking office and the 319th day that Bush has spent, entirely or partially, in Crawford -- nearly 20 percent of his presidency to date Until now, probably no modern president was a more famous vacationer than Ronald Reagan, who loved spending time at his ranch in Santa Barbara, Calif. According to an Associated Press count, Reagan spent all or part of 335 days in Santa Barbara over his eight-year presidency -- a total that Bush will surpass this month in Crawford with 3 1/2 years left in his second term. By historical standards, it is the longest presidential retreat in at least 36 years. Seems a bit much too me Carpe Diem

As do other world leaders. Look who attended the King's funeral. What amazes me is that Saudi Arabia has one of the worst records on human and women rights, yet all these World leaders turn a blind eye. Sometimes I wonder what would happen if we had a women Prez. How well would she be received by the Royals in SA. Not sure what you mean. The bush family, all the way back to Prescot has focused relationship building with the Saudi Royals. More than $1.4 billion in contracts and investments can be traced from the House of Saud to companies in which the Bushes and their friends have had key roles. Saudi money bailed out Harken Energy when George W. Bush was on its board of directors Bush 41 and James Baker traveled to Saudi Arabia repeatedly for the Carlyle Group to woo Saudi investors and win contracts. The Bush family remains close to Prince Bandar, even though Bandar's wife actually funded two 9/11 hijackers—indirectly and inadvertently, of course. Indirect and inadvertent—that's the Saudi way Right after the horrifying events of Sept. 11, when there were still restrictions on U.S. airspace, the White House authorized the evacuation of at least 142 people, most of them Saudi. About two dozen were members of the Bin Laden family. I don't mean to suggest that the people on board were necessarily guilty of anything, but many of them certainly should have been the subjects of serious interviews done through formal investigative procedures. There is no evidence that happened. But it is unquestionable that the Saudis were given White House authorization to fly. There certainly is a strong relationship with the Bush family (& Friends) unique to other State Leaders. Major personal $$$$$ Carpe Diem

Yep, waiting for a link to substantiate your accusations. Anything? Kinda helps take you seriously. And help is needed. Why be afraid to add your name to your profile? Please have the courage to be responsible for your posts. Afraid of something? Carpe Diem

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=10000100&sid=aA.k9ag_cDvQ&refer=germany "Fahd tapped the world's largest oil reserves to bolster the royal family and bankroll Islamist groups and poorer Arab states." So now the 11th son of 45 children born to the founder of Saudi Arabia has died and his brother will be crowned later this week. I wonder whats in store for the future.?? Carpe Diem

Apparently you don't understand what he's saying. He's saying given the entire situation ie. recent bombing, then an attempted bombing, that the Police Officer had to make a split second decision about a suspect wearing a long coat on a hot summer day, refusing to halt when ordered to. Should the Officer continue to chase him onto a train and risk his own life and the lives of possibly hundreds of others if the guy has a bomb, or does he make the decision to shoot to kill. Tough decision and I'm sure the Officer is having trouble sleeping at night because it appears he killed someone he didn't have to kill. I'm sure those Monday Morning Quarterbacks who are second guessing this brave Officers decision are making it even more difficult for him to deal with it. Just trying to follow your logic here No, I understand just fine. Ron's main question was "why was the guy running" as if that gives the police a right to fire on him. Right? The UK Police let their suspect get all the way into a train station before "taking him out" In fact, he was about to board a train. This begs the question, what if he WAS a bomber ? He was under surveillance all the way from his home to the train station....WTF! If anything, it's a double bungle by the police - they firstly let a suspect get into a crowded station and secondly, killed an innocent man.....for running and wearing a heavy coat. Of course, the police could say in their defence that they didn't apprehend the suspect before he reached the station because he may have led them to other bombers, but that still doesn't excuse the fact that they let him get all the way into the station itself. They fucked up. Simple as that. Him running surely caused alarm, but deadly force as a result is a bit trigger happy too me. He ran. That's all. He was not connected to anything other then coming from the building and running when approached by 20 "normal dressed" men screaming at him to stop. Ever been to Brazil? If you have, then you might have a better understanding of why he maybe ran. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/4415775.stm I'm not excusing him running and I'm certainly not excusing the UK Police because he ran. They fucked up...big time! Carpe Diem

Really? Johnrich: But a good question was WHY WAS THE GUY RUNNING? I mean lets be real here. You are following a guy that you think is a terrorist that was involved with killing people just a few weeks ago, and just tried the other day. He runs from you ONTO a subway car....He you think could be a guy trying to blow up the subway. He does not stop when you say "Stop, Police!" What would you think? Be honest. Is it worth it to maybe let this guy you think has a bomb onto a subway where he could kill those onboard? mmmm, I guess your saying kill him first, then figure out if you are right? I understand what you are trying to say. But are you saying if he runs, kill him? Just trying to follow your logic here Carpe Diem

So why is the US so hard headed when it comes to alternitive energy sources? Greed? Lack of technology? Or just lack of policies to inforce new habits? We better be keeping Mexico and Canada in good relations with us. We depend on them far to much right now. Carpe Diem

I think like everything else, you'll have the good with the bad. I've met a lot of Black Water contractors. Mostly PSS/DDM's (sniper/marksmen) Almost all were ex-SF. Most were no longer qualified to continue their careers with the Army/Marines/Navy due to many reasons including medicals. I can assure you there are very qualified "contractors" providing security in Iraq. And on the other hand, there are guys there to earn a buck. And killing a teenager approaching a corner while a convoy is passing, because "he seems a threat", is a reality. End of story! That's where I draw the line. Be accountable! Spraying a parked car surrounded by civilians and killing a few isnt just a military issue. But the fact seems that there is minimal responsibility once it has happened. And that is just unacceptable! This chameleon ROE seems to be the issue! Carpe Diem

It varies depending on where you are. Correct. Part of the problem. It is the very valuation of life which defines us as invaders or liberators; a liberator risks his life to save anothers, an invader watches out only for himself. The reports of this kind of stuff is a perfect example of an "invaders" mentality. It seems very common. Certainly does not excel acceptance of US efforts. The biggest problem I have with this report is the "they kept rolling" part. Shows a massive lack of responsibility Carpe Diem

Ron - do you know what the current ROE is in Iraq? Carpe Diem

Had this happen with our 24 pound Maine Coon. Had to find him another home.......could not fix it Carpe Diem

I read today that the Unocal shareholders/fund managers are pissed. But the Chevron deal includes major chunks of stock. Which could gain after the buy. Nothing certain yet Carpe Diem

Exactly! Carpe Diem

http://www.caltradereport.com/eWebPages/front-page-1121882156.html Thank goodness they didn't have too Imagine that, a US company taking the lessor offer.....and I thought greed over ruled everything in the US these days Carpe Diem

Well, a few. The door knockers. In LA when I was 19. I invited them in and listened to what they had to say (open mind ya know, and the one young lady was way hot!) - took their literature and thanked them for their time. When they returned a week later to discuss the literature left, I kindly told them I was not interested, but admired their efforts.....and that was that.......

Back to that powerful word "faith". Not many religious folk have the evangelistic tendencies to compel them to try to "prove" there is a god to you. In fact, I've observed far more non believers strongly voicing their opinions then believers. Why is that? Why do "believers" tend to keep that private? Because it is private? Because it is usually more acceptable in a social environment to shun religion then to embrace it? I mean I hear people saying "Religion is fine, just don't push it down my throat". But I rarely see the "believer" pushing anything. It is usually the other way around. I find it interesting that most atheists and agnostics will have no problem discussing in mixed company, why there is no god. And that is generally excepted. But on the rare occasion that a "believer" testifies to their commitment, it seems a social faux pas and they have painted themselves as weak in the eyes of others. Then I see what people do in the name of religion/Christianity in regards to selfless efforts for others. Hospital work, charity programs, community support for all races and points of views. People who take volunteering to the next level per say. I acknowledge there are non religious groups that do the same stuff. But at least in my community, no way near as much as the "holy rollers". Good people - Good intentions - Good things - Good results for everyone. Why not, as a non believer, just be happy there is a group in your community that is willing to spend their efforts trying to do the right things for not only themselves, but yes, even for non believers? I guess you're right. "why take them seriously" Silly people Just an observation. Disagree - I guess it all depends on what you consider evidence. There are many references to Jesus existing that are not in the bible..... ....but then again, you are going to believe what you want....fine by me Carpe Diem

Yep, I was corrected. Sorry bout that. Me paying a bit more attention would have prevented that ...carry on Carpe Diem

Agreed. She does not qualify for the status that would provide the law to be broken by Rove. Ugly politics, yes. Treason no. Carpe Diem

No, you didn't. But to simply reduce "religion" to "the consequence of fear of death" I think is a bit naive. I have seen it to be more then that. I guess that was my point. and I used Christianity as an example. I'm sure that would work to some degree. But I think the reason I act the way I do, "right", is that I was taught to live in a christian fashion. And I bet you too. It is hard to have come up in the US without aknowledging that influence to your "moral compass". I guess I could skip everything else that re-enforces my beliefs. But you haven't told me why I would want to? Did you have a point? Maybe not the first. But certainly the one of the first ever embraced by such a large following for such a long time. Carpe Diem

I thought in order to be a "covert CIA operative" and receive such status, you must be operating on behalf of the CIA outside of the US or have been in the past 5 years. Not sure if Africa in 97 would secure her that status. Which could mean all this is BS and another political tug of war Carpe Diem

Religion is the consequence of fear of death. Can't put it any more simply than that. It is possible to embrace the Christian religion, it's teachings and moral lessons, without taking the bible as a literal application. Seems to be a healthy philosophy to follow - the majority is based on love. I know many who contribute much to thier communities....in the name of religion. Not everyone that has "faith" is a bible thumping tard afraid of death Carpe Diem