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Tiger Woods, Wife Elin Nordegren Woods: PRENUP Negotiations (PHOTOS)
Commented Dec 04, 2009 at 08:02:37 in Sports
“The Tiger Woods story is amazing, as it proves soemthing that no one suspected for all of these years.
He's human. Who would'a thunk it? Completely imperfect.
He's human. Complete with ego, a false sense of being bulletproof, and a dose of narcissism such that he felt the rules of life maybe didn't apply to him.
How does he fix this? He needs to devote the rest of his life to being the best father and husband that he can be. That's all that he can do, and that has to be enough. This is a completely private matter.
Now, let's tee it up.”
He's human. Who would'a thunk it? Completely imperfect.
He's human. Complete with ego, a false sense of being bulletproof, and a dose of narcissism such that he felt the rules of life maybe didn't apply to him.
How does he fix this? He needs to devote the rest of his life to being the best father and husband that he can be. That's all that he can do, and that has to be enough. This is a completely private matter.
Now, let's tee it up.”
Jimmy Clausen Punched: Notre Dame QB Reportedly Punched By Fan
Commented Nov 24, 2009 at 07:34:42 in Sports
“Musta been a townie.....”
iMissMollyIvins replied on Nov 25, 2009 at 01:27:42
“Actually, it was another Domer that popped Claussen, a young alum, but still a Domer. We Benders can hold our liquor, thank you very much. Besides that, we know that punching a Domer isn't worth getting locked up in the county joint.”
Dalai Lama: Obama Not Soft On China
Commented Nov 22, 2009 at 13:25:31 in World
“Compassion, or Karuna as it is called in Sanskrit, is translated to mean any action that is taken to diminish the suffering of others and could also be translated as "compassionate action." As we help others, all of us benefit. Because of the oneness of all beings, it is understood that karuna is not only extended to others out of compassion, but also because it is an entirely logical thing to do. In the same way that you would want to limit your own suffering, you would also want the suffering of others to end. It is also stated that karuna must be accompanied by prajna, or wisdom, in order to have the right effect.
The Middle Way might suggest that any action taken by the US with respect to Tibet must be not only compassionate, but wise. For Pres. Obama to publicly denounce China for its Tibet policy would be harmful to the relationship, and would only further Tibet's troubles. Financially, China has the US by the short hairs of its white beard.
I trust that Pres. Obama's approach to China is as balanced and mindful as the Dalai Lama's, each seeking proper resolution to the Tibet violence and Tibetan national concerns.”
The Middle Way might suggest that any action taken by the US with respect to Tibet must be not only compassionate, but wise. For Pres. Obama to publicly denounce China for its Tibet policy would be harmful to the relationship, and would only further Tibet's troubles. Financially, China has the US by the short hairs of its white beard.
I trust that Pres. Obama's approach to China is as balanced and mindful as the Dalai Lama's, each seeking proper resolution to the Tibet violence and Tibetan national concerns.”
old lady replied on Nov 22, 2009 at 14:48:30
“Beautiful sentiment. Fanned.”
Mystic01 replied on Nov 22, 2009 at 14:36:51
“Well said, indeed, Fanned.”
power to the people replied on Nov 22, 2009 at 14:14:34
“China only holds 20 percent of US debt. Alot, but people really overestimate their influence.”
mesioul replied on Nov 22, 2009 at 14:01:22
“Well said.
I hope some who have been so intolerant of all religions will consider this. It is not the striving for spiritual betterment that has caused violence, but the consideration that there can be only one right religion and all others must be slaughtered.”
I hope some who have been so intolerant of all religions will consider this. It is not the striving for spiritual betterment that has caused violence, but the consideration that there can be only one right religion and all others must be slaughtered.”
Inhofe To Boxer: 'We Won, You Lost, Get A Life' (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 19:36:04 in Politics
Simondj replied on Nov 21, 2009 at 19:42:52
“Excellent!”
Jay Cutler Slapped With $20,000 Fine By NFL
Commented Nov 15, 2009 at 22:18:35 in Chicago
“Jay Cutler is a smart athlete, a talented QB, and he is doing what he can to be a leader for this team.
He has a relatively high number of picks, but so did B Favre at the same point in his career. Cutler brings high reward, but with a limited receiver corps and a haphazard O line, the risks are going to be higher. Half of his picks can be attributed to poor receiver routes, and poor pocket protection. Were Cutler to have a competent corp around him (save the TE and RB positions) he would be a Pro Bowl candidate.
Jay Cutler is presently one of the few leaders this team has. The head coach lacks competence, and though he's by all accounts a nice man and a good person, he is not competent to be a head coach. His supporting staff is a group of dysfunctional yes men.
Cutler signed an extension for less money than he would otherwise have commanded (a selfless act) , in order to free up money for other positions. He wants to be part of a rebuilding effort for the Bears, a team he followed growing up in Indiana.
All of you Cutler critics can sit on your wide bums and pound the keyboard. Cutler is a winner and a fighter, one of the few left on the team. I'll take him any day to lead this team, once some coaching and personnel changes are made in 2010.”
He has a relatively high number of picks, but so did B Favre at the same point in his career. Cutler brings high reward, but with a limited receiver corps and a haphazard O line, the risks are going to be higher. Half of his picks can be attributed to poor receiver routes, and poor pocket protection. Were Cutler to have a competent corp around him (save the TE and RB positions) he would be a Pro Bowl candidate.
Jay Cutler is presently one of the few leaders this team has. The head coach lacks competence, and though he's by all accounts a nice man and a good person, he is not competent to be a head coach. His supporting staff is a group of dysfunctional yes men.
Cutler signed an extension for less money than he would otherwise have commanded (a selfless act) , in order to free up money for other positions. He wants to be part of a rebuilding effort for the Bears, a team he followed growing up in Indiana.
All of you Cutler critics can sit on your wide bums and pound the keyboard. Cutler is a winner and a fighter, one of the few left on the team. I'll take him any day to lead this team, once some coaching and personnel changes are made in 2010.”
DDike88 replied on Nov 16, 2009 at 18:20:27
“I salute your objective & pragmatic take on Cutler and his propensity for throwing INTs. I'm a die-hard Bears fan, and it's quite aggravating to see him put up incredible numbers each week and have those numbers neutralized by his INTs. Once the Bears enter the red zone, it seems Cutler is actively working for the opposing team.
Still, your assessment is a good one. I'm hopeful, and will not be surprised at all if the Bears go 11-5. It's a long shot, but stranger things have happened, and rooting for the Bears is not nearly as futile and soul crushing as being a Cubs fan. Bear Down!”
Still, your assessment is a good one. I'm hopeful, and will not be surprised at all if the Bears go 11-5. It's a long shot, but stranger things have happened, and rooting for the Bears is not nearly as futile and soul crushing as being a Cubs fan. Bear Down!”
Obama Bows In Japan To Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko (VIDEO, PHOTOS)
Commented Nov 15, 2009 at 21:57:38 in Style
“Father Bush vomits dinner
Lap of Minister soiled
Better product than Son”
Lap of Minister soiled
Better product than Son”
Obama Bows In Japan To Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko (VIDEO, PHOTOS)
Commented Nov 15, 2009 at 21:34:12 in Style
“There is an old and respected tradition in Japanese culture. The Zen master Dogen declared that whenever a king or president barfs on a Japanese prime minister, successive generations of Presidents must bow in order to demonstrate regret and atonement.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8d/Bush-japanese-pm.jpeg”
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8d/Bush-japanese-pm.jpeg”
JohnJames replied on Nov 15, 2009 at 21:46:03
“A Haiku - Bush barfing sound. Sushi distress laughter. Thousand bows happiness.”
KarateKid replied on Nov 15, 2009 at 21:37:19
“LOL. Funny. I am your newest fan.”
Obama Bows In Japan To Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko (VIDEO, PHOTOS)
Commented Nov 15, 2009 at 12:58:01 in Style
“There is an old and respected tradition in Japanese culture. The Zen master Dogen declared that whenever a king or president barfs on a Japanese prime minister, successive generations of Presidents much bow in order to demonstrate regret and atonement.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8d/Bush-japanese-pm.jpeg”
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8d/Bush-japanese-pm.jpeg”
beautyontheinside replied on Nov 15, 2009 at 18:28:11
“Love it! Babs looks like she's strangling him.”
D.C. Sniper John Muhammed Executed
Commented Nov 11, 2009 at 08:53:35 in Home
“Muhammad got off easy. When will this country understand the death penalty is not just immoral, but a wrongheaded strategy?
Better that he would have spent his life is a solitary cell, contemplating the anguish he has caused his victims. Better that society could have had a chance to study the psychology of such a man that would hunt and execute innocent victims.
Better that society should understand that the penalty for capital crimes is to spend the remainder of your life isolated, neutralized, punished. He could further be ordered to clean the prison toilets the rest of his life. He could be required to make bandages for medical care for others. This would have tortured him.
Many of these men have no regard for life, including their own. One reason he may have been so defiant, so lacking remorse. He didn't care. Being put to death was for him a victory.
This country sees the death penalty as a punishment and a deterrent. It's not. Never will be.”
Better that he would have spent his life is a solitary cell, contemplating the anguish he has caused his victims. Better that society could have had a chance to study the psychology of such a man that would hunt and execute innocent victims.
Better that society should understand that the penalty for capital crimes is to spend the remainder of your life isolated, neutralized, punished. He could further be ordered to clean the prison toilets the rest of his life. He could be required to make bandages for medical care for others. This would have tortured him.
Many of these men have no regard for life, including their own. One reason he may have been so defiant, so lacking remorse. He didn't care. Being put to death was for him a victory.
This country sees the death penalty as a punishment and a deterrent. It's not. Never will be.”
lovesholiday replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 09:18:18
“Your entitled to your own philosophical point of view. Don't you think he contemplated the anguish he would cause prior to committed the crimes but went ahead the with his murder spree. What more does he need to think about. Unless it gives you comfort to imagine him pining away with the anguish of what he has. It was premeditated so he rationalized in his mind to commit murder to fulfill his extortion scheme. He must pay the ultimate price”
restoretheconstitution replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 09:02:59
“Believe it or not, the majority of people are scared of dying. If prison time were a better deterrent, there would be less people in jail.”
Malkin72 replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 08:58:33
“And his vicims families can suffer the rest of their lives knowing he is living just fine in prison.
IN FACT, he is a STAR. He is being studied. There will probably be 100's of hours of interviews and The Story of the DC Sniper specials on dozens of cable channels with him providing new interviews his whole life?
No.
There was a kid in Pittsburgh who made news in April for killing 3 cops. He is in jail now awaiting trial.
He gets interviewed once a month or so and he whines about how prison isn't fun.
Imagine being the widow of one of those cops explaining to their kids why daddy's killer is in the newspaper again.
How many years should they suffer that?
That punk kid was a Penguins fan. He got to know that they won the Stanley Cup.
Why should he have even that joy?”
IN FACT, he is a STAR. He is being studied. There will probably be 100's of hours of interviews and The Story of the DC Sniper specials on dozens of cable channels with him providing new interviews his whole life?
No.
There was a kid in Pittsburgh who made news in April for killing 3 cops. He is in jail now awaiting trial.
He gets interviewed once a month or so and he whines about how prison isn't fun.
Imagine being the widow of one of those cops explaining to their kids why daddy's killer is in the newspaper again.
How many years should they suffer that?
That punk kid was a Penguins fan. He got to know that they won the Stanley Cup.
Why should he have even that joy?”
Obama Visits Dover Air Force Base To Honor Fallen Soldiers
Commented Oct 29, 2009 at 10:20:49 in Politics
“What this moment represents to me is the President's awareness, his compassion, karuna, prajna.
All of his decisions have consequences. A decision to escalate a conflict will result in a death, death of a mother's child, somewhere on a dusty road in Afghanistan.
I measure this President's wisdom against the abject insensitivity, fraud, and criminal negligence of Bush/Cheney. I recall GWBush laughing at a press dinner aside his video of him looking behind the drapes in the Oval office for WMD's. Such a funny moment. :( "They're not under the desk!" Hah.
And so many handsome, young, promising soldiers died in a fraudulent, misguided war.
After so may years, we have a President this Country can be proud of. One that has the wisdom and compassion to make all efforts to do the right thing, even when the right thing is an uncertain concept.
Last thought: I consider his virulent critics traitors, quislings. Anyone who still supports Cheney or cares what he thinks really must be deluded, the same way so many were deluded by Hitler. It's shocking this country produces such men, and such a belief system.”
All of his decisions have consequences. A decision to escalate a conflict will result in a death, death of a mother's child, somewhere on a dusty road in Afghanistan.
I measure this President's wisdom against the abject insensitivity, fraud, and criminal negligence of Bush/Cheney. I recall GWBush laughing at a press dinner aside his video of him looking behind the drapes in the Oval office for WMD's. Such a funny moment. :( "They're not under the desk!" Hah.
And so many handsome, young, promising soldiers died in a fraudulent, misguided war.
After so may years, we have a President this Country can be proud of. One that has the wisdom and compassion to make all efforts to do the right thing, even when the right thing is an uncertain concept.
Last thought: I consider his virulent critics traitors, quislings. Anyone who still supports Cheney or cares what he thinks really must be deluded, the same way so many were deluded by Hitler. It's shocking this country produces such men, and such a belief system.”
Leaderless: Senate Pushes For Public Option Without Obama's Support
Commented Oct 25, 2009 at 00:27:23 in Politics
“All progressives who suggest that they regret voting for Pres. Obama, my question is: what exactly was your plan B? McCain/Palin? Doh! see http://www.palinbycomparison.net/
What is happening with the health care bill is politics. It ain't pretty, or easy. We're making sausage here, not cupcakes. Compromise is the foundation upon which most landmark legislation is passed. Is compromise half a loaf? Well, yes, but this is how legislation is passed.
The President is a skillful politician. Don't ask him to be a crusader. That's Michael Moore's job. Crusaders in public office end up getting their heads handed to them.
I give the President enormous credit for taking this issue on. He could have set it to the side for 2011, claiming the Bush deficits made health policy change impossible But, he didn't. So, give the Pres. some time, patience, and credit.”
What is happening with the health care bill is politics. It ain't pretty, or easy. We're making sausage here, not cupcakes. Compromise is the foundation upon which most landmark legislation is passed. Is compromise half a loaf? Well, yes, but this is how legislation is passed.
The President is a skillful politician. Don't ask him to be a crusader. That's Michael Moore's job. Crusaders in public office end up getting their heads handed to them.
I give the President enormous credit for taking this issue on. He could have set it to the side for 2011, claiming the Bush deficits made health policy change impossible But, he didn't. So, give the Pres. some time, patience, and credit.”
mad as heck replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:46:59
“This is not half a loaf, this is barely a crumb. We'd be better off with no reform than with this bill, which merely forces us into the hands of the industry that's the cause of the crisis, and no option to go elsewhere or even opt out. If this is the best they can do now, it actually would have been better to table the discussion until the economy was better. Maybe then we could start with a single payer plan and might be able to compromise down to something that actually looks like reform - not just a giveaway to private insurance.
No public option, Democrats can kiss their majorities goodbye. For a generation.”
No public option, Democrats can kiss their majorities goodbye. For a generation.”
GeoLee replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:46:20
“For the first time inmy life, if he faisl t fully support this I will vote Republican in 2012. I would rather have a republican who will make things so decidedly worse that in 2016 there will be a revolution of voters who will vote in people who for once in my life time do the right thing. I am beginning to think things are jsut not terrible enough yet. Well in 8 years there will be so many fed up younger folks that those of us who will be in our 70's by then will finally get what many of us have been fighting for since we started voting in the mid -late 60's. President Obama has lost his courage...but in reality I never thought he would support single poay or a public optioin all along. He was always the most timid and tepid of Edwards and Hillary and Biden in the campaign and most of you fools were snowed over and too enamored about his non vote regarding Iraq to hear the nuances. I wold rather him go down inflames fighting so we could really see who is with us in the senate when push come to shove and a vote is on the line so we really could work against them in 2010 and try again, than to give in to that stupid trigger idea as the trigger will never be cocked.”
BobsNotWorking replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:40:32
“Exactly!”
Dreamers101 replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:38:09
“They are right this was spot on..... Fanned”
Carolab replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:36:11
“Progressives wouldn't have voted for McCain and Palin. They'd have stayed home. And Obama would have lost. That simply wasn't an option. That's not the same as saying progressives were solidly behind Obama.”
ncmom54 replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:33:22
“ok... that made me feel better.”
bweiss replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:33:06
“Here here, well said. The Republicans are on the way out. Like the old style of leadership in the Democratic party. The Frankels, the Graysons, they represent the future. It is they who will assume the leadership someday. Who said ridding ourselves of the Red Menace would be easy? It'll take years of a back and forth battle, but with opponents like Liz Cheny, Sarah Palin, Palms up McCain... The menace has crested, and the tide is taking them out. FDR had to fight for years to get control. I've been waiting for this time every since the lil Newt bellowed out the Contract on America. Then watched in horror as they tore him apart because their Social Security checks were threatened and they couldn't get into the National Parks. Nah, I say games on! This is only the beginning.”
UncleJimbo replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:33:01
“Good one Mr. Lincoln! Fanned as well!”
jan4insight replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:31:53
“Well-said & co-signed.
And btw, that does not mean I agree with everything Obama says or does, for those of who don't understand fine distinctions!”
And btw, that does not mean I agree with everything Obama says or does, for those of who don't understand fine distinctions!”
ReedYoung replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:30:50
“Very well said! Especially "what exactly was your Plan B?"”
escribacat replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:28:34
“Excellent post. Fanned.”
Leaderless: Senate Pushes For Public Option Without Obama's Support
Commented Oct 25, 2009 at 00:14:18 in Politics
“All progressives who suggest that they regret voting for Pres. Obama, my question is: what exactly was your plan B? McCain/Palin?
What is happening with the health care bill is politics. It ain't pretty, or easy. We're making sausage here, not cupcakes. Compromise is the foundation upon which most landmark legislation is passed. Is compromise half a loaf? Well, yes, but this is how legislation is passed.
The President is a skillful politician. Don't ask him to be a crusader. That's Michael Moore's job. Crusaders in public office end up getting their heads handed to them.
I give the President enormous credit for taking this issue on. He could have set it to the side for 2011, claiming the Bush deficits made health policy change impossible But, he didn't. So, give the Pres. some time, patience, and credit.”
What is happening with the health care bill is politics. It ain't pretty, or easy. We're making sausage here, not cupcakes. Compromise is the foundation upon which most landmark legislation is passed. Is compromise half a loaf? Well, yes, but this is how legislation is passed.
The President is a skillful politician. Don't ask him to be a crusader. That's Michael Moore's job. Crusaders in public office end up getting their heads handed to them.
I give the President enormous credit for taking this issue on. He could have set it to the side for 2011, claiming the Bush deficits made health policy change impossible But, he didn't. So, give the Pres. some time, patience, and credit.”
patricksmom replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:34:45
“Fanned and faved.”
celeritas replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:24:05
“absolutely not. this is THE reason Obama was supported and elected: to CHANGE how Washington works. The public option is NOT optional.”
weebils replied on Oct 25, 2009 at 00:18:07
“Great”
Donald Grady, NIU Police Chief, Put On Paid Leave As Hero Cop's Conduct Investigated
Commented Oct 19, 2009 at 08:36:08 in Chicago
“The Chief sounds like a law and order guy, with high ethical and personal standards. That's probably what got him into trouble in Arizona...police can't accept free coffee? No doughnuts? Can't wear non-regulation bolo ties? Off with his head!
If I were a parent sending my child to NIU, I'd be thrilled with having this guy supervising the campus security. So often, security for the campus police means taking steps after the fact. Remember, doing real police work cuts into coffee and doughnut time.
Maybe the Chief needs some EQ skill development (who doesn't?) , but his police IQ sounds beyond reproach.
If NIU lets him go, watch his successor be someone the campus cops and local force will appreciate: the former manager of the DeKalb Krispy Kreme.
And your kids will be less safe.”
If I were a parent sending my child to NIU, I'd be thrilled with having this guy supervising the campus security. So often, security for the campus police means taking steps after the fact. Remember, doing real police work cuts into coffee and doughnut time.
Maybe the Chief needs some EQ skill development (who doesn't?) , but his police IQ sounds beyond reproach.
If NIU lets him go, watch his successor be someone the campus cops and local force will appreciate: the former manager of the DeKalb Krispy Kreme.
And your kids will be less safe.”
Halo Cloud Seen Hovering In Moscow Sky (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 13, 2009 at 18:00:38 in World
“Answer to previous comment:
Except that they're not godless (Russian Orthodox and other churches are back in full swing), or commies (Moscow and Russia have many of the world's richest men and women.)
I've been to Russia. Russians really do like Americans. Once you get to know Russian people, they are very friendly, welcoming, and loyal.
If god did have a sphincter, it might have opened up over Glen Beck's show, which I was forced to watch today in a waiting area. I'm glad I'm not a Samurai, as I was looking for the short sword while being forced to listen to this Foxputz.”
Except that they're not godless (Russian Orthodox and other churches are back in full swing), or commies (Moscow and Russia have many of the world's richest men and women.)
I've been to Russia. Russians really do like Americans. Once you get to know Russian people, they are very friendly, welcoming, and loyal.
If god did have a sphincter, it might have opened up over Glen Beck's show, which I was forced to watch today in a waiting area. I'm glad I'm not a Samurai, as I was looking for the short sword while being forced to listen to this Foxputz.”
Halo Cloud Seen Hovering In Moscow Sky (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 13, 2009 at 17:49:51 in World
“Except that they're not godless (Russian Orthodox and other churches are back in full swing), or commies (Moscow and Russia have many of the world's richest men and women.)
I've been to Russia. Russians really do like Americans. Once you get to know Russian people, they are very friendly, welcoming, and loyal.
If god did have a sphincter, it might have opened up over Glen Beck's show, which I was forced to watch today in a waiting area. I'm glad I'm not a Samurai, as I was looking for the short sword while being forced to listen to this Foxputz.”
I've been to Russia. Russians really do like Americans. Once you get to know Russian people, they are very friendly, welcoming, and loyal.
If god did have a sphincter, it might have opened up over Glen Beck's show, which I was forced to watch today in a waiting area. I'm glad I'm not a Samurai, as I was looking for the short sword while being forced to listen to this Foxputz.”
Ohio Bar Shootout (VIDEO): Fight Escalates Into Showdown With Five Gunmen
Commented Oct 12, 2009 at 20:25:28 in Home
“I remember visiting France as a student and seeing dogs in the cafes. I thought the French were a little crazy.
Now, I appreciate that this Country is a lot crazy. I'm sure much of the world sees us as having lost our common sense and compass.
You cannot allow the level of unfettered access to guns that we have in this country and not have the gun violence that we have.
Guns don't kill people, we're killing each other. With all of the guns that we've allowed on the streets. Better dogs in the cafes and the occasional poopie on the doorstep, than to expose ourselves to this kind of lunatic violence.”
Now, I appreciate that this Country is a lot crazy. I'm sure much of the world sees us as having lost our common sense and compass.
You cannot allow the level of unfettered access to guns that we have in this country and not have the gun violence that we have.
Guns don't kill people, we're killing each other. With all of the guns that we've allowed on the streets. Better dogs in the cafes and the occasional poopie on the doorstep, than to expose ourselves to this kind of lunatic violence.”
Yurasis Dragon replied on Oct 12, 2009 at 21:20:15
“I have many friends in Switzerland. There, it is law that every young man must join the military.
It is REQUIRED that they keep their weapons at home and practice regularly.
They are not having the gun-related violence we are having here; therefore you cannot conclude it is the percentage of people with guns that are creating the violence.
America just has a violent culture. Just watch it on TV, in the movies, and in most sports ( a few of which are merely organized violence).
Killing is a way of life here.
I don't support it, in my lifestyle nor in my choices.
But I do support our constitution and the individuals' right to bear arms.
Everything hinges on personal responsibility.”
It is REQUIRED that they keep their weapons at home and practice regularly.
They are not having the gun-related violence we are having here; therefore you cannot conclude it is the percentage of people with guns that are creating the violence.
America just has a violent culture. Just watch it on TV, in the movies, and in most sports ( a few of which are merely organized violence).
Killing is a way of life here.
I don't support it, in my lifestyle nor in my choices.
But I do support our constitution and the individuals' right to bear arms.
Everything hinges on personal responsibility.”
latia65 replied on Oct 12, 2009 at 20:50:36
“Exactly! If you own a gun you must be a responsible person. And I say "OWN". Registered! You cannot get unregistered guns off the street if you ignore the problem of how these guns are infiltering our streets. Something must be done to save lives of these kids and law-abiding citizens of the USA.
DRUGS+GANGS+GUNS= VIOLENCE. Anyway you look at it.”
DRUGS+GANGS+GUNS= VIOLENCE. Anyway you look at it.”
Oklahoma Abortion Law: Details To Be Publicly Posted Online
Commented Oct 08, 2009 at 15:32:13 in Politics
“This would seem to be a violation of HIPAA, as a dissemination of private medical information without the consent and release of the patient. Even if the name of the patient is not published, the dissemination of the information to the website or others associated with the website is a violation.
It's likely an effort by misguided evangelicals in OK to punish women for obtaining legal medical care.
I have one other comment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INOeZnfUuIY”
It's likely an effort by misguided evangelicals in OK to punish women for obtaining legal medical care.
I have one other comment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INOeZnfUuIY”
Oklahoma Abortion Law: Details To Be Publicly Posted Online
Commented Oct 08, 2009 at 15:12:50 in Politics
“This would seem to be a violation of HIPPA, as a dissemination of private medical information without the consent and release of the patient. Even if the name of the patient is not published, it's likely the dissemination of the information to the website or others associated with the website is a violation.
It's likely an effort by misguided evangelicals in OK to punish women for obtaining legal medical care.
I have one other comment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INOeZnfUuIY”
It's likely an effort by misguided evangelicals in OK to punish women for obtaining legal medical care.
I have one other comment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INOeZnfUuIY”
hippietilidie replied on Oct 08, 2009 at 15:14:40
“What happened to privacy??? What no names and addresses??????”
Axelrod Blames Chicago Loss On IOC Politics (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 03, 2009 at 16:43:02 in Chicago
“My guess is that the IOC community wanted Rio, badly. In order to make that happen, the primary challenger needed to be knocked out of the box in the first round. That's how the IOC selection process works.
Chicago losing in the first round is really only validation that it was the primary contender to Rio.
The IOC is a very political body. And, while Chicago may have proven to be the best candidate, the IOC was clearly aligned with making a South American Olympics happen. We've had, in recent history, Atlanta and LA. It was Rio's time.
Thanks, President Obama, for showing leadership and enthusiasm. I try to teach my kids that it's important to try your best at everything, even if failure is a possibility, and like Abe Lincoln, you will have some failures along the way. The idea is to keep trying, keep moving forward. Barack, you did us proud.”
Chicago losing in the first round is really only validation that it was the primary contender to Rio.
The IOC is a very political body. And, while Chicago may have proven to be the best candidate, the IOC was clearly aligned with making a South American Olympics happen. We've had, in recent history, Atlanta and LA. It was Rio's time.
Thanks, President Obama, for showing leadership and enthusiasm. I try to teach my kids that it's important to try your best at everything, even if failure is a possibility, and like Abe Lincoln, you will have some failures along the way. The idea is to keep trying, keep moving forward. Barack, you did us proud.”
KathyinCT replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 17:14:00
“AND we had Salt Lake City -- a third US venue and where the bribery scandals broke, damaging the IOC's image and boy did that make them mad.
Then you've got the USOC creating a TV channel to compete with coverage that brings money to the IOC.
No wonder Chicago went in as an underdog.”
Then you've got the USOC creating a TV channel to compete with coverage that brings money to the IOC.
No wonder Chicago went in as an underdog.”
Obama 'Disappointed' At Chicago Olympics Loss (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 02, 2009 at 15:29:38 in Chicago
“A tip of the hat to President Obama for making the effort to lobby for the 2016 games.
The odds in the weeks prior to the IOC vote, the odds had swung hard in favor of Rio. In spite of that, the Pres. decided to go and push for Chicago. This is no ordinary politician.
Most politicians are cowards. This President has courage, enough to go into a process that was uncertain, and that might not yield any benefits if the bid was lost.
This President is a leader. I give him a lot of credit for the way he tackles problems, knowing that the political payback may not be there. This is what great leaders do. Never be afraid to fail. And when you fail, get back on your horse, and keep riding.”
The odds in the weeks prior to the IOC vote, the odds had swung hard in favor of Rio. In spite of that, the Pres. decided to go and push for Chicago. This is no ordinary politician.
Most politicians are cowards. This President has courage, enough to go into a process that was uncertain, and that might not yield any benefits if the bid was lost.
This President is a leader. I give him a lot of credit for the way he tackles problems, knowing that the political payback may not be there. This is what great leaders do. Never be afraid to fail. And when you fail, get back on your horse, and keep riding.”
bagelmaven replied on Oct 02, 2009 at 15:44:24
“That's s another way of looking at it gop4obama. My first way was that it hurt. I feel bad BUT I'll get over it. Health care on the other hand people don't get over...they die!”
NoMercy replied on Oct 02, 2009 at 15:40:09
“Thanks for those thoughts.
I think most people have forgotten what leaders really look like. Most just want superheroes, or those who do photo-ops to look like superheroes.”
I think most people have forgotten what leaders really look like. Most just want superheroes, or those who do photo-ops to look like superheroes.”
Elton John Deemed Too Old, Too Gay To Adopt HIV Positive Ukrainian Boy
Commented Sep 14, 2009 at 18:34:43 in Entertainment
Elton John Deemed Too Old, Too Gay To Adopt HIV Positive Ukrainian Boy
Commented Sep 14, 2009 at 17:53:14 in Entertainment
“I have been to Ukraine and Russia and visited orphanages that cared for HIV positive children. These are children born of mothers with HIV, who unfortunately passed the HIV on to the child during birth. Many of these MTCT HIV infections are highly preventable, but still occur. It is thought that some former FSU countries like Russia and Ukraine may see an explosion of HIV cases in the next years, and by implication, many more HIV infected newborns.
The children infected with HIV, with care and understanding, can live happy, reasonably normal lives. Why any country that is on the brink of an HIV pandemic would limit the ability of a child to be adopted by a competent and loving family is beyond understanding. I heard on the radio today that the Ukrainian ministry wants these children to be adopted by Ukrainian parents. What??? There are few if any Ukrainian families that will accept an infected child. These children are stigmatized, and the gov't goal of intra-country adoption is a deluded and misguided fantasy.
If same sex couples see adoption of HIV kids as a loving and appropriate act, why on earth would we bar them from adopting?
Ukraine permitting Elton John and his spouse to adopt would have been a positive and loving shot heard 'round the adoption world.
http://www.karunainstitute.org
http://www.positivelyorphaned.com/”
The children infected with HIV, with care and understanding, can live happy, reasonably normal lives. Why any country that is on the brink of an HIV pandemic would limit the ability of a child to be adopted by a competent and loving family is beyond understanding. I heard on the radio today that the Ukrainian ministry wants these children to be adopted by Ukrainian parents. What??? There are few if any Ukrainian families that will accept an infected child. These children are stigmatized, and the gov't goal of intra-country adoption is a deluded and misguided fantasy.
If same sex couples see adoption of HIV kids as a loving and appropriate act, why on earth would we bar them from adopting?
Ukraine permitting Elton John and his spouse to adopt would have been a positive and loving shot heard 'round the adoption world.
http://www.karunainstitute.org
http://www.positivelyorphaned.com/”
Elton John Deemed Too Old, Too Gay To Adopt HIV Positive Ukrainian Boy
Commented Sep 14, 2009 at 17:50:34 in Entertainment
“I have been to Ukraine and Russia and visited orphanages that cared for HIV positive children. These are children born of mothers with HIV, who unfortunately passed the HIV on to the child during birth. Many of these MTCT HIV infections are highly preventable, but still occur. It is thought that some former FSU countries like Russia and Ukraine may see an explosion of HIV cases in the next years, and by implication, many more HIV infected newborns.
The children infected with HIV, with care and understanding, can live happy, reasonably normal lives. Why any country that is on the brink of an HIV pandemic would limit the ability of a child to be adopted by a competent and loving family is beyond understanding. I heard on the radio today that the Ukrainian ministry wants these children to be adopted by Ukrainian parents. What??? There are few if any Ukrainian families that will accept an infected child. These children are stigmatized, and the gov't goal of intra-country adoption is a deluded and misguided fantasy.
If same sex couples see adoption of HIV kids as a loving and appropriate act, why on earth would we bar them from adopting?
Ukraine permitting Elton John and his spouse to adopt would have been a positive and loving shot heard 'round the adoption world. I do hope the Ukrainian government reconsiders this decision and permit this adoption, and those that may come after it.
http://www.karunafoundation.org
http://www.positivelyorphaned.com/”
The children infected with HIV, with care and understanding, can live happy, reasonably normal lives. Why any country that is on the brink of an HIV pandemic would limit the ability of a child to be adopted by a competent and loving family is beyond understanding. I heard on the radio today that the Ukrainian ministry wants these children to be adopted by Ukrainian parents. What??? There are few if any Ukrainian families that will accept an infected child. These children are stigmatized, and the gov't goal of intra-country adoption is a deluded and misguided fantasy.
If same sex couples see adoption of HIV kids as a loving and appropriate act, why on earth would we bar them from adopting?
Ukraine permitting Elton John and his spouse to adopt would have been a positive and loving shot heard 'round the adoption world. I do hope the Ukrainian government reconsiders this decision and permit this adoption, and those that may come after it.
http://www.karunafoundation.org
http://www.positivelyorphaned.com/”
gop4obama replied on Sep 14, 2009 at 18:34:43
Baucus, Conrad Cave To Joe Wilson On Health Care Bill
Commented Sep 11, 2009 at 15:53:25 in Politics
“You lie!
This slogan could be immortalized as the true mantra of the GOP and the Bush/Cheney administration.
Instead, in this mixed up country, it will be a battle cry for the chicken fried GOP set.
Death panels? A GOP lie. Public option contrary to "freedom?" Another lie.
Bush lied, thousands of innocents died in Iraq. Bush lied, there was no "compassionate conservatism." Inflated deficits. Reckless spending. Interference with other countries without a legitimate national purpose. Cheney was simply evil. Abysmal management domestically (remember Katrina?). More lies.
Now, this intelligent, sincere President, in charge of cleaning up the mess of the last 8 years, is being pilloried. What a silly country we are.”
This slogan could be immortalized as the true mantra of the GOP and the Bush/Cheney administration.
Instead, in this mixed up country, it will be a battle cry for the chicken fried GOP set.
Death panels? A GOP lie. Public option contrary to "freedom?" Another lie.
Bush lied, thousands of innocents died in Iraq. Bush lied, there was no "compassionate conservatism." Inflated deficits. Reckless spending. Interference with other countries without a legitimate national purpose. Cheney was simply evil. Abysmal management domestically (remember Katrina?). More lies.
Now, this intelligent, sincere President, in charge of cleaning up the mess of the last 8 years, is being pilloried. What a silly country we are.”
HeIsTheOne replied on Sep 11, 2009 at 15:56:51
“Fanned. Good post.”
Markos Moulitsas Warns Obama On Health Reform: 'Public Option Is Our Waterloo' (VIDEO)
Commented Sep 08, 2009 at 22:54:15 in Politics
“Here's one way to look at the health insurance industry, and the need for a public (government) option.
Imagine the fire departments in each city were governed by for profit insurance companies. If you had a fire in your home, someone at the fire insurance agency would decide if the fire was big enough for you to put out yourself, or not. Or, since you had a BBQ grill fire last year that needed putting out, that pre-existing condition would bar you from getting any other fires put out this year.
The public option means that if you have a fire in your home, you can sleep at night knowing someone will respond.
We need a public option, as the health care of the nation is to important to be left to profiteers and pirates. Poor health care hurts productivity. We are less of a country when we ship billions of dollars to insurance companies (that in the end, try to cheat us) that otherwise could be put directly into patient care.
So, America, wake up and smell the betadine. Change is not always bad. Change to a public option, a leveling of the field, will benefit most of us. This idea is not intuitive, but it's real.”
Imagine the fire departments in each city were governed by for profit insurance companies. If you had a fire in your home, someone at the fire insurance agency would decide if the fire was big enough for you to put out yourself, or not. Or, since you had a BBQ grill fire last year that needed putting out, that pre-existing condition would bar you from getting any other fires put out this year.
The public option means that if you have a fire in your home, you can sleep at night knowing someone will respond.
We need a public option, as the health care of the nation is to important to be left to profiteers and pirates. Poor health care hurts productivity. We are less of a country when we ship billions of dollars to insurance companies (that in the end, try to cheat us) that otherwise could be put directly into patient care.
So, America, wake up and smell the betadine. Change is not always bad. Change to a public option, a leveling of the field, will benefit most of us. This idea is not intuitive, but it's real.”
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