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Second Incident Aboard Northwest Airlines Flight 253 From Amsterdam To Detroit
Commented Dec 27, 2009 at 16:54:47 in Politics
“Turned out it was just a case of explosive diarrhea.”
ConservativeWisdom replied on Dec 27, 2009 at 16:58:36
“This too will pass.”
31Blue replied on Dec 27, 2009 at 16:57:46
“That does sound serious!”
LaylaInRed replied on Dec 27, 2009 at 16:57:39
“Babe......
willauto replied on Dec 27, 2009 at 16:57:21
“lol”
Passenger Attempted To Blow Up Northwest Airlines Flight From Amsterdam To Detroit
Commented Dec 26, 2009 at 03:14:00 in Home
“That money doesn't just keep the US safe. It keeps the world safe. The rest of the world doesn't spend so much on defense because the last superpower standing takes care of it for the most part.”
RogHol replied on Dec 26, 2009 at 03:56:42
“Yes, the world disagree,”
deluk replied on Dec 26, 2009 at 03:56:38
“I'm gonna write to Gordon Brown this minute and tell him what you've said. That fool's been spending billions of taxpayer pounds on fripperies like nuclear warheads and submarines and stuff like that in order to "keep us safe". Somebody should tell Sarkozy too. hes wasted billions of Euros that could have been spent, in the time honoured tradition of French presidents, on building monuments to himself.”
vkobaya replied on Dec 26, 2009 at 03:43:18
“the last superpower standing takes care of it for the most part.
The last superpower standing is the world's bully boy and greatest terrorist state. If you think the terrorism of al Qaeta is so great, consider the millions innocent civilian men, women and children, uncles, aunts, grandmothers and grandfathers that our nation has slaughtere
The last superpower standing is the world's bully boy and greatest terrorist state. If you think the terrorism of al Qaeta is so great, consider the millions innocent civilian men, women and children, uncles, aunts, grandmothers and grandfathers that our nation has slaughtere
indypete replied on Dec 26, 2009 at 03:17:31
“Keep telling yourself that.”
Strong Clerical Support for a Woman's Right to Choose Does Exist
Commented Dec 08, 2009 at 00:10:25 in Politics
“On the flip side, there are also pro-life atheists.”
soisay replied on Dec 08, 2009 at 08:57:32
“They must all drive to the rally in one car.”
It's a Helluva State
Commented Dec 04, 2009 at 14:59:40 in New York
“I wouldn't worry too much---even though the people/elected officials always vote against gay marriage, judges will overrule them. So, if you're in favor of gay marriage, just wait a bit. It'll be legal once the judges rule on high. Happens every time.”
Rachel Uchitel PICTURES: Photos Of Alleged Tiger Woods Mistress In LA
Commented Dec 01, 2009 at 23:36:00 in Sports
“He has a lot of money so that means he can do whatever he pleases, other people be damned? What a stupid comment.”
Greg Petty replied on Dec 02, 2009 at 00:41:17
“He better behave his wife swings a mean 7 iron”
Marklar replied on Dec 02, 2009 at 00:39:44
“Not stupid, reality.”
PETA's Thanksgiving Turkey Ad NBC Won't Air (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 25, 2009 at 01:30:16 in Green
“"it's your choice in a free country but why are we so scared of the truth in America these days."
Then why not air graphic commercials about abortion while we're at it?
Just because you are trying to make a point does not mean you have to be graphic or outrageous.”
Then why not air graphic commercials about abortion while we're at it?
Just because you are trying to make a point does not mean you have to be graphic or outrageous.”
The Republican Way: Keeping Everything The Way It Is
Commented Nov 24, 2009 at 14:41:04 in Politics
“Anyone else hear the news that the census worker who was found hanged committed suicide? I was just over at the huffpo's original article about it, and to read all the nasty, jumping-to
Palin Supporters Struggle To Explain Why They Support Palin (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 23, 2009 at 21:38:28 in Politics
“I like this, too:
http://www
When Howard Stern had his people interview Obama supporters
http://www
When Howard Stern had his people interview Obama supporters
aweissnet replied on Nov 24, 2009 at 01:14:51
“Really lousy comparison.
1) They were in Harlem.
2) They "fed" incorrect information to the people. Betcha if they did that in this video up above, they would have responded in the same manner. They are clueless.
Talk about gotcha media? Nasty trick, on people that are clearly not savvy on political matters!
So, what's your point? Oh, you have none?”
1) They were in Harlem.
2) They "fed" incorrect information to the people. Betcha if they did that in this video up above, they would have responded in the same manner. They are clueless.
Talk about gotcha media? Nasty trick, on people that are clearly not savvy on political matters!
So, what's your point? Oh, you have none?”
austin4 replied on Nov 23, 2009 at 22:00:38
“Obama, became President, Palin will be a footnote by Feb.”
dezeray1 replied on Nov 23, 2009 at 21:59:49
“Haha that one is pretty good. It is clear that the bottom of the barrel in the country is spread across the political spectrum. These people don't even know what they think they believe.
Both cases should scare the crap out of everyone.”
Both cases should scare the crap out of everyone.”
Democrats May Suffer If They Fail To Pass Health Care Legislation: Poll
Commented Nov 23, 2009 at 21:35:50 in Politics
“Pretty much damned if they do, damned if they don't.”
marylandtravelinman replied on Nov 23, 2009 at 21:49:41
“So do the "right" thing, help those who are suffering without health care.”
Rep. Patrick Kennedy Banned From Receiving Communion By Bishop Thomas Tobin
Commented Nov 22, 2009 at 13:46:18 in Politics
“Part of membership in a religion or organization is that you follow the teachings. no one is forcing you to stay. why be part of it if you don't agree with its core beliefs?”
Senator Debbie Stabenow Tells Benjamin French's Story During Senate Debate
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 23:27:49 in Politics
“You are not going to get a base model for $1000. Ten times that is usually the starting price.”
Senator Debbie Stabenow Tells Benjamin French's Story During Senate Debate
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 23:25:46 in Politics
“Base model prosthetic devices usually start around $10,000. Most insurance companies cap coverage for them at $2500 (and that's the "generous" companies). That's chump change when it comes down to it.”
Read The Abortion Compromise In Harry Reid's Senate Health Care Bill
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 02:10:01 in Politics
“"Your "morality" has nothing to do with the truth."
Simple question: how do you know?
"Your "God" @borts 30-40% of all pregnancies in all stages of pregnancy from conception to full term, so how moral is your God?"
By this logic, God also "kills" all others who die of natural causes or disease. Man, I wish Uncle Bob were still around. Too bad God gave him cancer and killed him.
" so how moral is your God?"
Depends on whose definition of God you're using. I believe in the God of Deism. So, I believe universal rights come from God. In fact, the God of Deism's morality is based on the Categorical Imperative, which itself is based on logic and a foundational assumption that we shouldn't harm one another.”
Simple question: how do you know?
"Your "God" @borts 30-40% of all pregnancies in all stages of pregnancy from conception to full term, so how moral is your God?"
By this logic, God also "kills" all others who die of natural causes or disease. Man, I wish Uncle Bob were still around. Too bad God gave him cancer and killed him.
" so how moral is your God?"
Depends on whose definition of God you're using. I believe in the God of Deism. So, I believe universal rights come from God. In fact, the God of Deism's morality is based on the Categorical Imperative, which itself is based on logic and a foundational assumption that we shouldn't harm one another.”
Beck's Guest List Included White Supremacists, Other Extremists
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 02:04:50 in Media
“Beck also had a show which featured a black audience.”
JaCar replied on Nov 20, 2009 at 11:00:22
“?? What does that prove ?? Strum Thurmond had a black mistress and daughter, but he was still a bigot.”
Read The Abortion Compromise In Harry Reid's Senate Health Care Bill
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 00:12:56 in Politics
“"denying women a health procedure "
Liberals go to great lengths to sanitize the truth...”
Liberals go to great lengths to sanitize the truth...”
lemonyashes replied on Nov 19, 2009 at 01:04:49
“It is a medical procedure, it is you who is in denial of the truth. Your "morality" has nothing to do with the truth. Your "God" @borts 30-40% of all pregnancies in all stages of pregnancy from conception to full term, so how moral is your God?”
Read The Abortion Compromise In Harry Reid's Senate Health Care Bill
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 00:11:57 in Politics
“You're glossing over an important point: pro-lifers believe that abortion kills a child. One million in the US alone are killed every year. Worldwide, there is no way that war kills more people than all abortions combined.”
RachelMc replied on Nov 19, 2009 at 00:42:59
“what child or person does abortions ki||?”
Sarah Palin Gives Oprah Highest Ratings In Two Years
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 13:51:03 in Media
“This will surely lead to another bout of PDS.”
Charlie Gibson "Shocked," "Angry" Over Diane Sawyer, Wanted George Stephanopoulos To Replace Him: New York Post
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 13:50:00 in Media
“Charlie Gibson comes across as condescending at times, especially during interviews. Why does he have a smug look on his face? No doubt he is pissed off Sawyer replacing him.”
Charlie Gibson "Shocked," "Angry" Over Diane Sawyer, Wanted George Stephanopoulos To Replace Him: New York Post
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 13:49:02 in Media
“Guess you missed her Ken Starr interview from a decade ago.”
Owens-Hoffman Race Tightens: NY-23 Election Will Depend On Absentee Ballots
Commented Nov 12, 2009 at 23:09:35 in New York
“"absentee voters tend to be younger and more liberal "
They tend to be overseas military as well”
They tend to be overseas military as well”
Owens-Hoffman Race Tightens: NY-23 Election Will Depend On Absentee Ballots
Commented Nov 12, 2009 at 23:08:59 in New York
“I've always heard they're mostly military votes. And the military, for the most part, votes Republican.”
Poiks replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 01:06:59
“It's called "job security"”
Oldtt replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 00:53:23
“Except that Obama won the historically Republican 23rd district last November, and Owens made a much stronger showing in this election than anyone could have predicted.”
billobasher replied on Nov 12, 2009 at 23:20:37
“Tom,
If they were military votes they were case probably before anyone had ever heard of Hoffman. If they voted Republican they went for Dede.
This is OVER.”
If they were military votes they were case probably before anyone had ever heard of Hoffman. If they voted Republican they went for Dede.
This is OVER.”
Robert Enke, Germany Goalkeeper, Left Suicide Note
Commented Nov 11, 2009 at 23:51:49 in World
“"What you have written is absurd. Switerland, nor any country, will allow medically assisted suicide for depressives that are otherwise healthy."
Think again. Switzerland has some of the most liberal suicide laws in the world. And what is written in the law is often overlooked. Mentality unstable people have indeed committed suicide in Switzerland (schizophrenic Walter Wittwer for one), taking advantage of its loose laws where few questions are asked.
And, anyway, you're missing the larger point about quality of life. QOL has begun to dominate the field of medicine. For example, Down syndrome is not a terminal illness, but when a woman is pregnant with a Down's child, the doctor will almost always suggest aborting it. Why? QOL. Not terminal illness. Very subjective definitions of "quality" are creeping into the world of medicine.”
Think again. Switzerland has some of the most liberal suicide laws in the world. And what is written in the law is often overlooked. Mentality unstable people have indeed committed suicide in Switzerland (schizophrenic Walter Wittwer for one), taking advantage of its loose laws where few questions are asked.
And, anyway, you're missing the larger point about quality of life. QOL has begun to dominate the field of medicine. For example, Down syndrome is not a terminal illness, but when a woman is pregnant with a Down's child, the doctor will almost always suggest aborting it. Why? QOL. Not terminal illness. Very subjective definitions of "quality" are creeping into the world of medicine.”
Robert Enke, Germany Goalkeeper, Left Suicide Note
Commented Nov 11, 2009 at 13:09:34 in World
“This is tragic, but if he had went to Switzerland and legally committed suicide he would be hailed, by some, as a hero. This is why the suicide debate is so thorny. What was his "quality of life" with depression? Maybe he didn't want to be treated. So, he made a choice. Was he right? How do you decide, objectively, what quality of life is?”
LemonMeringue replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 16:35:30
“I think it is impossible for anyone to answer that question - what is quality of life - for another.”
LemonMeringue replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 16:13:36
“Treatment for depression is hit or miss. Many try everything - everything - and cannot get better. David Foster Wallace succumbed a few months ago after trying everything, even shock treatments. When you have tried everything, and ever minute you are awake is a living hell, what are you supposed to do?”
hypnotoad72 replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 14:19:50
“Try suffering depression.
Try suffering from afflictions, that society deems are wrong, which in turn cultivates depression (see my direct response to the article as to what those are, which I posted literally 2 minutes ago, but I will add all sorts of drug treatments may not work at all, or have the opposite effect, or FAR WORSE, have side effects like weight gain. Not everybody is fat because they have a diet of chocolate bars downed by a cool glass of melted ice cream and a dexatrim, for crying out loud!!).
Trust me, or you really ought to trust me when I say, "Depression really does lower the quality of a person's life."”
Try suffering from afflictions, that society deems are wrong, which in turn cultivates depression (see my direct response to the article as to what those are, which I posted literally 2 minutes ago, but I will add all sorts of drug treatments may not work at all, or have the opposite effect, or FAR WORSE, have side effects like weight gain. Not everybody is fat because they have a diet of chocolate bars downed by a cool glass of melted ice cream and a dexatrim, for crying out loud!!).
Trust me, or you really ought to trust me when I say, "Depression really does lower the quality of a person's life."”
edwoodjr replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 14:00:51
“So the Swiss allow non-terminally ill people to simply "kill themselves"? That's news to me! The Swiss laws are COMPASSION LAWS allowing one with a terminal illness to end one's life on their terms with less suffering and at a chosen time; it is NOT intended as a "way out" for a treatable issue/problem.”
roshni replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 13:49:23
“He was not terminally ill. People who are terminally ill are the ones who can legally commit suicide in Switzerland.
This is a different situation and it involves depression.”
This is a different situation and it involves depression.”
NoMercy replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 13:22:29
“What you have written is absurd.
Switerland, nor any country, will allow medically assisted suicide for depressives that are otherwise healthy. Depression can be treated, and successfully - even cured. Terminal illness with constant profound pain can not. That is the objective criterion - physical and measurable, and matched to the patients' wishes.”
Switerland, nor any country, will allow medically assisted suicide for depressives that are otherwise healthy. Depression can be treated, and successfully - even cured. Terminal illness with constant profound pain can not. That is the objective criterion - physical and measurable, and matched to the patients' wishes.”
Obama on Abortion Amendment: Don't Want to Change "Status Quo" (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 09, 2009 at 18:23:17 in Politics
“Neither of those involve killing someone.”
Obama on Abortion Amendment: Don't Want to Change "Status Quo" (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 09, 2009 at 18:20:59 in Politics
“At least some of my tax dollars won't go towards killing people...”
IDIOTA replied on Nov 09, 2009 at 18:51:18
“I suppose that you mean that most of your taxes go to the war machine which kills many. I won't demonize you for having an opinion that counters mine.”
KindMisica replied on Nov 09, 2009 at 18:33:42
“Huh? What "people?”
jmpurser replied on Nov 09, 2009 at 18:25:54
“Abortion doesn't kill people unless it's done by back alley hacks because poor women can't afford a real doctor.”
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