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The Chutzpah of Obama's Jewish Critics
Commented Aug 01, 2009 at 20:36:33 in Politics
“Let me get this straight -
Obama is telling Israel that if they end the expansion of settlements, (which will probably be temporary) he will convince Arab nations to normalize relations with Israel.
Such a deal.”
Obama is telling Israel that if they end the expansion of settlements, (which will probably be temporary) he will convince Arab nations to normalize relations with Israel.
Such a deal.”
The "Bipartisan Compromise" Scam
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 21:00:11 in Politics
“I would like to see the progresive Democrats vote against it as a matter of principle and to send a message to the political establishment.
Why vote for something that may be worse than the status quo ?”
Why vote for something that may be worse than the status quo ?”
The "Bipartisan Compromise" Scam
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 20:50:03 in Politics
“How can we claim to live in a democracy when special interests ALWAYS win and the people lose ?
Public policy is rarely if ever the same as public opinion.
And we continue to vote for the candidates that take the most "campaign contributions"”
Public policy is rarely if ever the same as public opinion.
And we continue to vote for the candidates that take the most "campaign contributions"”
E4B32787 replied on Jul 28, 2009 at 22:31:04
“I think we live in a corporate oligarchy.”
Rep. Grijalva Urges U.S. Pressure on Coup Regime in Honduras
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 17:07:02 in World
“DeWayne - And our support for the coup will not go unnoticed in Latin America.”
Rep. Grijalva Urges U.S. Pressure on Coup Regime in Honduras
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 17:03:13 in World
“RealSCProgressive?
The 60 % increase in the minimim wage would cost Chiquita 10 cents more in costs for a bushel of bananas.
To a large degree, this is what it's all about.
As a compasionate progressive I support the leftist movements in Latin America.
We could use a little Socialism "for the people" in the US.
Socialism for the people rather than for the "haves"”
The 60 % increase in the minimim wage would cost Chiquita 10 cents more in costs for a bushel of bananas.
To a large degree, this is what it's all about.
As a compasionate progressive I support the leftist movements in Latin America.
We could use a little Socialism "for the people" in the US.
Socialism for the people rather than for the "haves"”
Unsettling Signs: The U.S. Takes on Israel on Settlements
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 23:51:43 in Politics
“I don't have a problem with Arab governments preparing their people to embrace peace, and accept Israel, but it's an uphill battle when Israel persecutes Palistinians every day.
The evidence of persecution is overwhelming.
Your move Israel.”
The evidence of persecution is overwhelming.
Your move Israel.”
WBMD replied on Jul 27, 2009 at 06:29:55
“Please point out "persecution" that is not a result of the steps required to safeguard Israeli lives from proven terrorist threat.”
Unsettling Signs: The U.S. Takes on Israel on Settlements
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 23:37:57 in Politics
“X 3”
Freenation replied on Jul 27, 2009 at 00:23:21
“X 4”
In Venezuela, a Tale of Two Judges
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 19:38:11 in World
“exomike - Very good and thank you.
I think we can assume that Mr Anderson supports neoliberal economics.
The good old days,”
I think we can assume that Mr Anderson supports neoliberal economics.
The good old days,”
In Venezuela, a Tale of Two Judges
Commented Jul 24, 2009 at 18:39:04 in World
“A different perspective -
Polls show economic optimism and solid support for Venezuelan president.
US and Venezuela - going in opposite directions -
http://www
Polls show economic optimism and solid support for Venezuelan president.
US and Venezuela - going in opposite directions -
http://www
Peric Overde replied on Jul 24, 2009 at 20:41:54
“LOL... Venezuelan
Economic Optimism? Close to 30% inflation, PDVSA not being able to pay its suppliers, Hugo Chavez stealing (Chavez's lingo for nationalization) companies because he cannot pay them, the lowest rate EVER of investment in country, etc. Is that really something to be optimistic about?”
Economic Optimism? Close to 30% inflation, PDVSA not being able to pay its suppliers, Hugo Chavez stealing (Chavez's lingo for nationalization) companies because he cannot pay them, the lowest rate EVER of investment in country, etc. Is that really something to be optimistic about?”
States Forced to Cut Services to the Bone: The Opportunity Cost of the Bank Bailout
Commented Jul 24, 2009 at 15:42:26 in Home
“Forced to cut services to the bone -
The American people finally get to see neo-liberal economics at work.”
The American people finally get to see neo-liberal economics at work.”
johnrandall replied on Jul 24, 2009 at 17:09:48
“Just a minute. Bush and Paulson would be surprised to be labeled "neo-liberal".
Obama needs to crawl out of the Goldman Sachs pocket.”
Obama needs to crawl out of the Goldman Sachs pocket.”
Time for President Zelaya to Return to Honduras
Commented Jul 24, 2009 at 13:59:31 in World
“Gallup poll - July 20, 2009
Zelaya 46 % favorable
Micheletti 30 % favorable -
http://www
Zelaya 46 % favorable
Micheletti 30 % favorable -
http://www
Help Me Fight for a Public Option
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 22:19:37 in Politics
“Saskathewan in Canada was the first to go to single payer on their own. It was so good that the country followed suit.
There is a Kucinich amendment passed by the house that would allow states to go to single payer on their own. If it doesn't get GUTTED the same could happen here.”
There is a Kucinich amendment passed by the house that would allow states to go to single payer on their own. If it doesn't get GUTTED the same could happen here.”
FreedomBeforeDemocracy replied on Jul 24, 2009 at 00:13:31
“"It was so good that the country followed suit." If it was so good why didn't the other provinces adopt it on their own?
This is the third time I've asked this question, but what makes people think that states can't go single payer on their own. Obviously, the US Constitution doesn't prohibit it (or a law couldn't change it). Is there some federal law that currently prohibits it?
The California legislature has already based a single payer bill twice (vetoed). Three states have tried via public referendum, but failed. I don't believe states aren't allowed currently to be single payer.”
This is the third time I've asked this question, but what makes people think that states can't go single payer on their own. Obviously, the US Constitution doesn't prohibit it (or a law couldn't change it). Is there some federal law that currently prohibits it?
The California legislature has already based a single payer bill twice (vetoed). Three states have tried via public referendum, but failed. I don't believe states aren't allowed currently to be single payer.”
Help Me Fight for a Public Option
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 22:09:26 in Politics
“Social Security and Medicare has operated flawlessly for us, and I believe their overhead is less than 3%.”
rocketman69 replied on Jul 24, 2009 at 00:50:31
“How well has medicare/ medicaid 'reigned' in costs so far?”
treetracker replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 22:21:27
“Which is paid to insurance companies to process the claims.”
twogunmojo replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 22:17:44
“how much longer will ss be solvent...
Help Me Fight for a Public Option
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 22:04:35 in Politics
“HisPetGoat - The special interests are spending 1.4 million dollars a day to influence our politicians. Historically. special interests always win.
There is still no doubt in my mind that "for profit" insurance companies are not part of the solution.”
There is still no doubt in my mind that "for profit" insurance companies are not part of the solution.”
Help Me Fight for a Public Option
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 20:17:38 in Politics
“Jodo - I agree -
If small businesses and individuals can't afford $ 700.00 a month now, how can they afford $ 650.00 a month when a public option is availible ?. ( my numbers are theoretical )”
If small businesses and individuals can't afford $ 700.00 a month now, how can they afford $ 650.00 a month when a public option is availible ?. ( my numbers are theoretical )”
jonbw replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 20:53:59
“The house public plan would be 10% cheaper a Medicare buy in would be around 15%. Does it fix things? No, but I could really use that 10% reduction.”
Help Me Fight for a Public Option
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 20:07:30 in Politics
“Has anyone considered the possibility that the "public option" will be the dumping ground for the unhealthy and old?
Insurance companies insure the healthy and reap the profits while we pay the costs for the unhealthy.
I find it hard to believe that 1.4 million dollars a day in lobbying will be wasted.
Single payer is the ONLY cost effective benevolent solution.”
Insurance companies insure the healthy and reap the profits while we pay the costs for the unhealthy.
I find it hard to believe that 1.4 million dollars a day in lobbying will be wasted.
Single payer is the ONLY cost effective benevolent solution.”
jonbw replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 20:52:05
“If they thought it was going to just be a dumping ground the insurance companies would not be fighting it tooth and nail.”
HisPetGoat replied on Jul 23, 2009 at 20:29:12
“I agree, except I think private insurance could be regulated to require insurers to take everyone.”
Honduran Coup Leader Coming to Miami Saturday?
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 19:43:28 in World
“Mr. Naiman -
Forgive them, for they know not what they do.”
Forgive them, for they know not what they do.”
The Urgency of Restoring Democracy to Honduras -- and What You Can Do to Help*
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 16:27:07 in World
“Honduras: Mass resistance to military coup grows.
This is news we have not been getting.
http://www
This is news we have not been getting.
http://www
The Urgency of Restoring Democracy to Honduras -- and What You Can Do to Help*
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 16:20:38 in World
“jast - It's obvious.”
The Urgency of Restoring Democracy to Honduras -- and What You Can Do to Help*
Commented Jul 23, 2009 at 16:18:40 in World
“The cardinal supports the ruling class coup leaders while the rank and file are opposed, and want Zelaya to return.
Sound familiar ?”
Sound familiar ?”
Our Man in Honduras
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 20:43:50 in World
“Billy Hell - The conclusion is obvious.”
America's Wars: How Serial War Became the American Way of Life
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 16:33:39 in Politics
“bethrorie - who are these well financed groups?”
America's Wars: How Serial War Became the American Way of Life
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 15:03:11 in Politics
“There was a time when it seemed odd to me that our leaders would use the words peace and future wars in the same sentence.
Then I counted the wars in my life time and realized perpetual wars for profit were policy.
The US has absolutely no interest in peace. (Obama will be no different)”
Then I counted the wars in my life time and realized perpetual wars for profit were policy.
The US has absolutely no interest in peace. (Obama will be no different)”
Our Man in Honduras
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 13:58:51 in World
“politicscorner - I have to believe Obama is giving covert support for the coup, but the governments and people of Latin America have figured it out by now.
All that rhetoric about change has been trumped by an event that has exposed the new administration for what it is.
We will continue to oppose governments for the people.”
All that rhetoric about change has been trumped by an event that has exposed the new administration for what it is.
We will continue to oppose governments for the people.”
Billy Hell replied on Jul 22, 2009 at 19:25:21
“Personally I can't see that the Obama administration was involved directly in this one. Seems to me it was US business interests and that the administration was not aware of what was going down until right towards the coups execution. Clinton on the other hand may well have been more directly involved as this article seems to suggest. There have also been indications that some pseudo church and religious groups were behind the organizing and funding...
Lax Checks of Mineral Companies Allow Atrocities and Abuses in Congo
Commented Jul 21, 2009 at 18:36:05 in World
“Satellites have determined that the DRC, when it come to natural resources, is on of the wealthiest countries in the world. This explains why the DR has become the poster child for corporate exploitation, and why millions have been killed.
And ignored by the MSM.”
And ignored by the MSM.”
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