Friday, March 30, 2007
Iran Admits It Withheld Information From IAEA
Iran has admitted that it withheld information from the UN's nuclear watchdog group because of fears of attack from Israel and the US.
Bullshit.
If it was truly afraid of an attack, they would have opened up their facilities even further. They would have shown that they were only enriching uranium for peaceful purposes or allowed the nuclear fuel to be processed outside of the country where it could not be made into weapons grade material.
The Iranian government wouldn't ratchet up the rhetoric if it didn't want a war and if it truly wanted to have a "peaceful" nuclear power reactor.
This is about as close as you are going to get to Iran admitting that they are going for a nuclear weapon. It makes no other sense for them to be so secretive and withhold information from the IAEA. If they were working on a bomb, it would help alleviate fears of an attack by Israel or the US. Then that would mean that they are wanting to build a nuclear bomb and the US was right after all.
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Bullshit.
If it was truly afraid of an attack, they would have opened up their facilities even further. They would have shown that they were only enriching uranium for peaceful purposes or allowed the nuclear fuel to be processed outside of the country where it could not be made into weapons grade material.
The Iranian government wouldn't ratchet up the rhetoric if it didn't want a war and if it truly wanted to have a "peaceful" nuclear power reactor.
This is about as close as you are going to get to Iran admitting that they are going for a nuclear weapon. It makes no other sense for them to be so secretive and withhold information from the IAEA. If they were working on a bomb, it would help alleviate fears of an attack by Israel or the US. Then that would mean that they are wanting to build a nuclear bomb and the US was right after all.
Travis
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Democrats And Terrorists Cozing Up
Need any more proof that Democrats and terrorists think alike? Look no further then their top leader Nancy Pelosi doing a "fact finding" mission to Syria, a known terrorist sponsoring nation. Keep going Democrats, you're slowly but surely proving the stereotypes that you rightfully have earned.
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Democrats Lied Again
I assume you all remember when John Kerry warned of a draft that was in the works and how it wouldn't happen if you just voted for him. Well prominent Democrat John Murtha is advocating just that. Remember how Republicans said that they don't want a draft?
What does it take to prove to liberals that their leaders aren't good for the country? What does it take for them to see through the bullshit lies and backstabbing that people like Murtha are proposing? This is from the same guy who wants a timeline for withdrawal in Iraq and wants to leave the Iraqi people vulnerable to power hungry vultures like Moqtada al-Sadr.
With all the problems that the Democrats have been having lately, you'd think it would be like shooting fish in a barrel for Republicans.
Travis
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What does it take to prove to liberals that their leaders aren't good for the country? What does it take for them to see through the bullshit lies and backstabbing that people like Murtha are proposing? This is from the same guy who wants a timeline for withdrawal in Iraq and wants to leave the Iraqi people vulnerable to power hungry vultures like Moqtada al-Sadr.
With all the problems that the Democrats have been having lately, you'd think it would be like shooting fish in a barrel for Republicans.
Travis
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David Hicks Formally Convicted
Now the Australian terrorist will serve no longer then 7 years in prison in his home country. That's in addition to the 5 years he's already spent in Guantanamo Bay. He was supposedly to have fought with Al-Qaeda for about 2 hours then sold his gun for cab fare to get out of Afghanistan. 2 hours or 2 years, it doesn't matter to me. You fought against us and had I been a soldier on the ground, I would have shot you. It doesn't matter that you didn't have prior knowledge of the 9/11 attacks. You fought along side of Al-Qaeda AFTER you knew of the attacks. That makes you a fair target and you should thank your lucky stars that you had been captured instead of killed.
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Bush Apologizes For Military Hospital
So, the guy goes in, sees the mess, apologizes for it and vows to fix it, yet there's still critics? So tell me then, what could Bush have said/done to smooth over the scandal and fix the problem without getting critics? He's the President of the USA, his schedule is full out months in advance. With a war going on, the economy, the British sailors issue, and more on his plate, I think 6 weeks is pretty quick for visiting a place like this.
Of course, there's no excuse for soldiers not getting state of the art medical treatment. There's no excuse for mold on walls and soldiers having to wait months for tests and surgeries that are needed now. There shouldn't be paperwork at all for a soldier to deal with. You need surgery, you get surgery. You need psychological help from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? How's your schedule look? We'll see you as soon as you'd like. That's the kind of treatment they deserve.
I work with a retired veteran and he has to go to the military hospital in my area from time to time and he's told me of many delays for various reasons and it's all unacceptable. Bush has PROMISED to fix it. If he does, then the critics don't really have a valid argument anymore.
Travis
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Of course, there's no excuse for soldiers not getting state of the art medical treatment. There's no excuse for mold on walls and soldiers having to wait months for tests and surgeries that are needed now. There shouldn't be paperwork at all for a soldier to deal with. You need surgery, you get surgery. You need psychological help from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? How's your schedule look? We'll see you as soon as you'd like. That's the kind of treatment they deserve.
I work with a retired veteran and he has to go to the military hospital in my area from time to time and he's told me of many delays for various reasons and it's all unacceptable. Bush has PROMISED to fix it. If he does, then the critics don't really have a valid argument anymore.
Travis
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Putin Does Something Right
For all the nasty things going on about Russian President Putin, he did something right today. He rejected calls to extend the amount of time and the number of terms a Russian President may have. He's been proven to not be very trustworthy, dissidents have been mysteriously dying left and right, and he's shut down oil to eastern Europe when they wouldn't agree to a price hike.
Of course, there's always the real possibility that the Russian's could elect someone far more sinister, but I am comfortable in the knowledge that Stalin has been dead for quite some time.
Travis
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Of course, there's always the real possibility that the Russian's could elect someone far more sinister, but I am comfortable in the knowledge that Stalin has been dead for quite some time.
Travis
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Ethiopian Helicopter Shot Down
Well at least we can count on someone other then the British, Australians, and a few other countries to step up against Islamic militants. The Ethiopians had a helicopter shot down in heavy fighting that leave 30 people dead. An RPG is most likely to have been the cause. They know what only a few other nations know: Militant Islamic terrorists will only go away as a threat when they are captured or killed. They cannot be appeased. They cannot be bought off. They certainly can't be reasoned with.
Kudos to the Ethiopian and Somali military for stepping up to the plate when other countries coware and point fingers.
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Kudos to the Ethiopian and Somali military for stepping up to the plate when other countries coware and point fingers.
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Al-Sadr A Thorn In Our Sides Yet Again
Now he's calling for protests to mark the anniversary of Baghdad's fall. While peaceful protests are fine, Iraqi protests almost never turn out that way.
However, Democrats, I want you to read what he says and compare that to your timeline bill that you recently passed and the warnings that President Bush and others have said about that timeline.
"The departure of the occupier will mean stability for Iraq, victory for Islam and peace and defeat for terrorism and infidels."
Now tell me, how is it that giving a timeline for the withdrawal isn't going to be turned into propaganda and embolden our enemies? This man is a leader of a militia that is responsible for bombings and assassinations. He was even wanted for the murder of a rival cleric. So tell me, after he's told you point blank that once we leave it will signal a defeat for "infidels", how will a timeline be in the best interests of our soldiers and the Iraqi people?
Easy. You can't.
Travis
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However, Democrats, I want you to read what he says and compare that to your timeline bill that you recently passed and the warnings that President Bush and others have said about that timeline.
"The departure of the occupier will mean stability for Iraq, victory for Islam and peace and defeat for terrorism and infidels."
Now tell me, how is it that giving a timeline for the withdrawal isn't going to be turned into propaganda and embolden our enemies? This man is a leader of a militia that is responsible for bombings and assassinations. He was even wanted for the murder of a rival cleric. So tell me, after he's told you point blank that once we leave it will signal a defeat for "infidels", how will a timeline be in the best interests of our soldiers and the Iraqi people?
Easy. You can't.
Travis
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Suspected Cole Bomber Claims Torture
Well of course he claims torture. We're big, bad America. But of course, since he has details that no one else but the bombers should know, he's got no other recourse but to claim torture. Liberals and idiots like Rosie O'Donnell will eat this shit up of course. Terrorists are always truthful right?
Well if that were true, where did he get the money for a boat to open his "fishing business"? Boat's aren't cheap, even little shitty ones. By his own admission, he's met Bin Laden and taken his money, but he denies the Cole bombing. Well if that's the case, he should be imprisoned for being an associate of Al-Qaeda leadership. Bin Laden doesn't meet with just anyone, so he must have done something to warrant the meeting.
Travis
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Well if that were true, where did he get the money for a boat to open his "fishing business"? Boat's aren't cheap, even little shitty ones. By his own admission, he's met Bin Laden and taken his money, but he denies the Cole bombing. Well if that's the case, he should be imprisoned for being an associate of Al-Qaeda leadership. Bin Laden doesn't meet with just anyone, so he must have done something to warrant the meeting.
Travis
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Thursday, March 29, 2007
Senate Passes Bill With Withdrawal Item In It
But unfortunately for them, they didn't pass it with the 2/3rds they are going to need with Bush promising that he will veto it. This is the kind of "support" you can expect from Democrats if you're relying on American troops to help you get back on your feet.
Who cares that you are having security issues? Who cares if you have corruption that needs to be weeded out? Who cares if you need us now more then ever? Democrats want to get troops home now because they think it will make them look better to their constituents. I am obviously not one of their constituents.
I believe that we should stay there as long as it takes until the Iraqi's are able to handle security and day to day operations on their own. Of course, I'm not saying that we should stay there forever, but how does it make sense to announce when you are leaving to your enemy? Democrats don't seem to think long term strategy. They just look for the "what makes me look good or gather more power now?"
"We've spoken the words the American people wanted us to speak," said Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nevada. "There must be a change of direction in the war in Iraq, the civil war in Iraq."
Even here it's blatantly obvious that Democrats aren't thinking clearly. Harry Reid says "there must be a change of direction in the war in Iraq." The American public isn't saying "retreat", they are saying, "end the violence and get the Iraqi's back on their feet as quickly as possible."
Don't speak for the American public Mr. Reid, you don't know what we think. Perhaps if you came off your high horse you'd see that?? Nah, maybe not.
Travis
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Who cares that you are having security issues? Who cares if you have corruption that needs to be weeded out? Who cares if you need us now more then ever? Democrats want to get troops home now because they think it will make them look better to their constituents. I am obviously not one of their constituents.
I believe that we should stay there as long as it takes until the Iraqi's are able to handle security and day to day operations on their own. Of course, I'm not saying that we should stay there forever, but how does it make sense to announce when you are leaving to your enemy? Democrats don't seem to think long term strategy. They just look for the "what makes me look good or gather more power now?"
"We've spoken the words the American people wanted us to speak," said Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nevada. "There must be a change of direction in the war in Iraq, the civil war in Iraq."
Even here it's blatantly obvious that Democrats aren't thinking clearly. Harry Reid says "there must be a change of direction in the war in Iraq." The American public isn't saying "retreat", they are saying, "end the violence and get the Iraqi's back on their feet as quickly as possible."
Don't speak for the American public Mr. Reid, you don't know what we think. Perhaps if you came off your high horse you'd see that?? Nah, maybe not.
Travis
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Pork Tracking Agency Stops After Democrats Take Control
So, there's an agency called the Congressional Research Service that tracks and puts a dollar figure on pork spending on bills and reports that don't require a vote. They've been doing it for years. Now, a month after Democrats have taken power in Congress, they have mysteriously stopped tracking that information.
Some Republicans don't want to point fingers at Democrats over this matter. That's ok. I will. Something isn't right and I'm willing to bet that either Democrats pressured this guy or this guy leans to the left a bit and decided it on his own. Either way, it is an important function of government that shouldn't be shut down for any reason.
Democrats have a nasty reputation for pork spending, and this doesn't sit well for me as it gives Democrats and pork spending Republicans the ability to spend and have one less avenue for the general public to know about it.
Travis
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Some Republicans don't want to point fingers at Democrats over this matter. That's ok. I will. Something isn't right and I'm willing to bet that either Democrats pressured this guy or this guy leans to the left a bit and decided it on his own. Either way, it is an important function of government that shouldn't be shut down for any reason.
Democrats have a nasty reputation for pork spending, and this doesn't sit well for me as it gives Democrats and pork spending Republicans the ability to spend and have one less avenue for the general public to know about it.
Travis
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CNN Takes A Nosedive
How the hell is this "news"? It isn't even "entertainment" news?!?!? They are reporting about a "bet" over a professional wrestling match and the possibility that Donald Trump will have his head shaved???
Oh CNN how ye have fallen. I might forgive it if it was a slow news day, but there's a ton of other, more important things going on that need to be reported on.
I used to watch professional wrestling, and got into it pretty heavily....when I was 10. By the time I was 12, I found that girls were much more interesting. :)
Travis
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Oh CNN how ye have fallen. I might forgive it if it was a slow news day, but there's a ton of other, more important things going on that need to be reported on.
I used to watch professional wrestling, and got into it pretty heavily....when I was 10. By the time I was 12, I found that girls were much more interesting. :)
Travis
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Terrorist Faces "Substantially Less" Than 20 years?
How is that even possible?? Providing material support for a terrorist organization should be an automatic life sentence with no chance of parole. Do you think that this guy is going to magically get out and live the rest of his life in peace and quiet? He was willing to join up even after the September 11th attacks. That fact alone should have him staring at a concrete wall until our grandchildren die of old age.
If Khalid Sheik Muhammad is executed, I will sleep a LOT better at night, but the lower level guys do need to be put away where they cannot harm society (Australian or American) ever again.
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If Khalid Sheik Muhammad is executed, I will sleep a LOT better at night, but the lower level guys do need to be put away where they cannot harm society (Australian or American) ever again.
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The Propaganda Begins
Now the Iranians are parading this new "letter from Faye Turney", the only female British soldier that was captured recently. In it, they claim that she questions the need for troops in Iraq.
"Isn't it time for us to start withdrawing our forces from Iraq and let them determine their own future?" said the letter, addressed to the British parliament and released to media organizations by the Iranian embassy in London.
The level of bullshit is off the charts on this one. Do the Iranians really expect us to believe that this letter is real? At first with all the trouble that Iran has been stirring up lately, I thought that they must have just a few stupid people peppered around the various levels of their government. Now, it's pretty much confirmed that there isn't a brain cell amongst them all. They are out gunned, out manned, and this is a no win situation for the Iranians.
I think Iran is just trying to provoke a fight so they can claim that we're big bad bullies, and we're picking on the poor Iranian government who only wants to live in peace.
They should feel lucky that they didn't do this to American troops. We have the most advanced special forces in the world and we don't leave anyone behind.
Travis
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"Isn't it time for us to start withdrawing our forces from Iraq and let them determine their own future?" said the letter, addressed to the British parliament and released to media organizations by the Iranian embassy in London.
The level of bullshit is off the charts on this one. Do the Iranians really expect us to believe that this letter is real? At first with all the trouble that Iran has been stirring up lately, I thought that they must have just a few stupid people peppered around the various levels of their government. Now, it's pretty much confirmed that there isn't a brain cell amongst them all. They are out gunned, out manned, and this is a no win situation for the Iranians.
I think Iran is just trying to provoke a fight so they can claim that we're big bad bullies, and we're picking on the poor Iranian government who only wants to live in peace.
They should feel lucky that they didn't do this to American troops. We have the most advanced special forces in the world and we don't leave anyone behind.
Travis
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Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Senator Feinstein Finally Does Something Right
I commented on this a long while ago, but Senator Feinstein has resigned from one of her subcommittee's because of a blatantly obvious conflict of interest. Now if she'd only resign from the Senate for her various idiotic decisions. The one that she did most to bother me is this one.
In 1985, at a press conference, she revealed details about the hunt for Richard RamÃrez, otherwise known as the Night Stalker, and in so doing angered detectives by giving away too many details of his crimes, including actual display of evidence at the press conference. These revelations subverted their investigation and enabled Ramirez to leave the San Francisco area to commit another murder before he was finally captured in the Los Angeles area.
Her words and idiotic actions allowed a killer to change his operations and allowed him to murder again. It's basic common sense that you don't reveal what you know about a killer until they have been captured or killed.
Travis
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In 1985, at a press conference, she revealed details about the hunt for Richard RamÃrez, otherwise known as the Night Stalker, and in so doing angered detectives by giving away too many details of his crimes, including actual display of evidence at the press conference. These revelations subverted their investigation and enabled Ramirez to leave the San Francisco area to commit another murder before he was finally captured in the Los Angeles area.
Her words and idiotic actions allowed a killer to change his operations and allowed him to murder again. It's basic common sense that you don't reveal what you know about a killer until they have been captured or killed.
Travis
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Democrats Will Doom Us All
Ok, so that title may be a bit much, but with this recent vote, how can you not think it? The house today voted to protect "john does" from lawsuits if they report any suspicious activity. In other words, if someone sees someone doing suspicious things, they can report that person and not get sued by that person, even if that person is later to have been found to not have done anything wrong.
Here's a link to how everyone voted. Please note, everyone who voted "no" was a Democrat.
Rep. Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat and chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, opposed the motion over loud objections from colleagues on the House floor, forcing several calls to order from the chair.
So in other words, she has no problem with people suing people who report suspicious activities. She also is quoted as saying: "This might be well-intended, but it has unintended consequences."
She's exactly right there. If the Imams thrown off a plane recently weren't terrorists, and were doing suspicious things such as moving seats, asking for seat belt extensions when none were needed, and so on, they were doing it to get a hopeful lawsuit settlement from the airlines. This lawsuit would prevent them from suing the people who reported the activity, thus, it would be an "unintended consequence" for the Imams.
The Imams were also taking patterns in seating similar to the September 11th hijackers. Tell me that isn't suspicious in of itself.
Actor James Woods reported suspicious activity and it was found that the men he reported were among the September 11th hijackers. It was later learned that FAA officials didn't follow up on the report because it would be "racial profiling". That came back to bite everyone in the ass just 6 weeks later.
The bottom line is that everyone knows that the Imams kicked off the plane were either terrorists or seeking a way to yank the chain of the airlines and the government, hoping for a lawsuit settlement. When CAIR gets involved you know there's got to be some terrorist links somewhere.
Travis
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Here's a link to how everyone voted. Please note, everyone who voted "no" was a Democrat.
Rep. Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat and chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, opposed the motion over loud objections from colleagues on the House floor, forcing several calls to order from the chair.
So in other words, she has no problem with people suing people who report suspicious activities. She also is quoted as saying: "This might be well-intended, but it has unintended consequences."
She's exactly right there. If the Imams thrown off a plane recently weren't terrorists, and were doing suspicious things such as moving seats, asking for seat belt extensions when none were needed, and so on, they were doing it to get a hopeful lawsuit settlement from the airlines. This lawsuit would prevent them from suing the people who reported the activity, thus, it would be an "unintended consequence" for the Imams.
The Imams were also taking patterns in seating similar to the September 11th hijackers. Tell me that isn't suspicious in of itself.
Actor James Woods reported suspicious activity and it was found that the men he reported were among the September 11th hijackers. It was later learned that FAA officials didn't follow up on the report because it would be "racial profiling". That came back to bite everyone in the ass just 6 weeks later.
The bottom line is that everyone knows that the Imams kicked off the plane were either terrorists or seeking a way to yank the chain of the airlines and the government, hoping for a lawsuit settlement. When CAIR gets involved you know there's got to be some terrorist links somewhere.
Travis
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Can Of Worms
So here's a video of the captured British sailors being shown across Iranian TV today. Of course, it's filled with the usual bits of propaganda. However, if we (by "we" I mean the US and the British) were at war with Iran, this would be a clear breach of the Geneva Conventions. You could argue that this is still a theoretical breach, but I wouldn't go that far. You can tell what she's saying isn't true in her mind. Take a look at when she smokes. Her eyes are focused on one point and she clearly appears nervous and stressed.
So, if the Iranians are willing to parade around prisoners for propaganda, what do you think they'd do if we were at war with them? But of course, you won't hear anyone complaining of Iran's bullshit, you'll only hear it about America.
And yes, when the photos of Saddam in his underwear were shown across the internet, it was wrong as well.
Travis
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So, if the Iranians are willing to parade around prisoners for propaganda, what do you think they'd do if we were at war with them? But of course, you won't hear anyone complaining of Iran's bullshit, you'll only hear it about America.
And yes, when the photos of Saddam in his underwear were shown across the internet, it was wrong as well.
Travis
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Idiot Allows Another To Drive $1.5 Millon Dollar Car
Completely off topic, but I thought I would comment on it anyways. Actor Eddie Griffin crashed a $1.5 million dollar Enzo Ferrari. The car belonged to the executive producer of his upcoming film. The car was totaled in my opinion. Yes, you can probably fix the damage, but you know that the car has been in an accident, therefore, depreciates the value tremendously.
Let me explain something to you all. I have a 300hp Honda CRX project car. The car still needs about $10,000 worth of upgrades before I'm "done". That car is MY car. No one drives it, not even my wife. If I owned a Ferrari of that caliber, you can bet that I wouldn't allow Mario Andretti to drive it. I share a lot of things of mine with a lot of people, but there are a few things I share with no one. My CRX is one of them and this guy should have known that it was a possibility that the car could come back in pieces.
That being said, I am glad Eddie is ok. The Ferrari Enzo has one of the most advanced, state of the art safety systems in any car on the planet. That is why the other Ferrari Enzo crash that you heard of, where the car was literally ripped in two pieces by the 160mph+ crash, the driver walked away.
Link goes to the video of the crash.
Travis
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Let me explain something to you all. I have a 300hp Honda CRX project car. The car still needs about $10,000 worth of upgrades before I'm "done". That car is MY car. No one drives it, not even my wife. If I owned a Ferrari of that caliber, you can bet that I wouldn't allow Mario Andretti to drive it. I share a lot of things of mine with a lot of people, but there are a few things I share with no one. My CRX is one of them and this guy should have known that it was a possibility that the car could come back in pieces.
That being said, I am glad Eddie is ok. The Ferrari Enzo has one of the most advanced, state of the art safety systems in any car on the planet. That is why the other Ferrari Enzo crash that you heard of, where the car was literally ripped in two pieces by the 160mph+ crash, the driver walked away.
Link goes to the video of the crash.
Travis
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Saudi King Pissed
So it's putting on a show for the Arab nations. Good for him. He's not too happy with "In beloved Iraq, blood is being shed among brothers in the shadow of an illegitimate foreign occupation, and ugly sectarianism threatens civil war," Abdullah said.
The problem is that we launched the war in Iraq from Saudi Arabia and other nations. Maybe he forgot that or he's just putting up a bullshit show for others. I'm voting for the latter. What it all boils down to is saving face. Saving face in the Arab world is a big deal, and we've used that to our advantage many times. We don't have that pride getting in our way. Because of that, we are able to accomplish much more.
Travis
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The problem is that we launched the war in Iraq from Saudi Arabia and other nations. Maybe he forgot that or he's just putting up a bullshit show for others. I'm voting for the latter. What it all boils down to is saving face. Saving face in the Arab world is a big deal, and we've used that to our advantage many times. We don't have that pride getting in our way. Because of that, we are able to accomplish much more.
Travis
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Texas Has New Self Defense Law
If you are committing a crime against another person, that person, or someone who's witnessing that person, can shoot you dead now. Even if you aren't invading a home.
This should be a Federal law. An armed populace is one that can almost police itself. Of course, there's detractors saying that the world is going to end and the streets will run red with a river of blood of the innocent people. But the problem with that argument is that Florida passed a similar law not too long ago and they seem to be just fine.
Travis
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This should be a Federal law. An armed populace is one that can almost police itself. Of course, there's detractors saying that the world is going to end and the streets will run red with a river of blood of the innocent people. But the problem with that argument is that Florida passed a similar law not too long ago and they seem to be just fine.
Travis
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UK Shows GPS Coordinates To World
It shows that the British sailors were within Iraqi waters when they were arrested. When the Iranians said they arrested the sailors, they said they were on a merchant ship at a particular point. Once the British showed that that point was STILL within Iraqi waters, the Iranians changed their story.
This is a simple matter of Iran trying to deflect attention away from it's nuclear program and do a possible prisoner swap. It shows how desperate Iran is to keeping it's grip on the minor amount of regional power it has.
They are now saying they will release the only woman in the group "shortly"
They are also saying that the sailors have "confessed"
Travis
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This is a simple matter of Iran trying to deflect attention away from it's nuclear program and do a possible prisoner swap. It shows how desperate Iran is to keeping it's grip on the minor amount of regional power it has.
They are now saying they will release the only woman in the group "shortly"
They are also saying that the sailors have "confessed"
Travis
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John Edwards Wants To Guarantee Free Health Insurance?
Mr. Edwards needs to do something to differentiate himself from other prominent Democrats, and the rumor is that free health insurance for everyone is the answer. If that rumor is true, there's a ton of problems with it.
First off: Who's going to pay for it? Doctors aren't cheap for a reason. They go to medical school and take out hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loans. John Edwards certainly isn't going to increase taxes to the poor. You know, the ones who would most benefit from the free medical insurance. He'll most likely want to tax the rich and middle class.
Secondly: How do you plan to keep costs down? State of the art medical equipment, medicines, and facilities aren't cheap either. Those are fixed costs. So what's your plan for that?
Lastly: Waiting lists. Every country with free medical care has long lines for treatment, even if it's a life threatening thing like an organ transplant. How will you fix that issue?
All of these reasons and more are why free medical insurance simply won't work.
If you "give" something away, you have to pay for it from somewhere.
Travis
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First off: Who's going to pay for it? Doctors aren't cheap for a reason. They go to medical school and take out hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loans. John Edwards certainly isn't going to increase taxes to the poor. You know, the ones who would most benefit from the free medical insurance. He'll most likely want to tax the rich and middle class.
Secondly: How do you plan to keep costs down? State of the art medical equipment, medicines, and facilities aren't cheap either. Those are fixed costs. So what's your plan for that?
Lastly: Waiting lists. Every country with free medical care has long lines for treatment, even if it's a life threatening thing like an organ transplant. How will you fix that issue?
All of these reasons and more are why free medical insurance simply won't work.
If you "give" something away, you have to pay for it from somewhere.
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Subpoena's Ready For Miers And Rove?
According to Senator Schumer, subpoena's for Harriet Miers and Karl Rove have been approved and are waiting to be delivered. This is all about the controversy surrounding the recent firings of 8 US attorney's. What you WON'T find is illegal activity. My guess is that they will issue these subpoena's, Democrats will make a big show over it to appease their constituents, and then nothing will come of it. Takin' all bets!
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Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Penn And Teller Burn A Flag In The White House
Granted it's from a TV show, but everything that Penn says and does is completely within his First Amendment rights. I personally think that flag burning is offensive and disrespectful. However, if you want to burn an American flag, that's your right and I'll defend your right to do so.
You may not agree with my thoughts and statements, but I have the right to say them, as you have the right to disagree with me. There's no other country on earth because of those rights.
Travis
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You may not agree with my thoughts and statements, but I have the right to say them, as you have the right to disagree with me. There's no other country on earth because of those rights.
Travis
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Senate Votes To Keep Timeline Addition To Bill
50-48 was the vote to keep the timeline for keeping troops in Iraq. However, President Bush has already said that he intends to veto that bill. For those of you who don't know the American political system (I have many international readers), if the President vetoes a bill, Congress can override the President with a 2/3rds majority vote.
If they cannot get that majority, then the bill fails and they have to go back to the drawing board. However, with as long as it takes to get a bill in place, President Bush will have been out of office for a while by the time it comes back around. It's all about doing what's right, rather then what's popular.
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If they cannot get that majority, then the bill fails and they have to go back to the drawing board. However, with as long as it takes to get a bill in place, President Bush will have been out of office for a while by the time it comes back around. It's all about doing what's right, rather then what's popular.
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FBI Director Asks Not To Have Ass Handed To Him
If the Patriot Act powers is revoked from the FBI, they may have to resort to: GASP! Real police work! Mr. Mueller was read the riot act today in his testimony at a hearing to determine whether or not the FBI deserves to have these new found powers after it's been found that they have abused those powers pretty frequently.
While I agree that fighting crime and terrorism is a very tough job by some very tough people, the fact that this power was abused flies in the face of the rights that every American enjoys and is entitled to. If you are an FBI agent and suspect that a person is a criminal/terrorist, get some evidence on it. There are rules in place for a reason, even when there's a "ticking timebomb" situation. If you abuse your citizens, they will elect people who will remove those powers from your toolbox.
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While I agree that fighting crime and terrorism is a very tough job by some very tough people, the fact that this power was abused flies in the face of the rights that every American enjoys and is entitled to. If you are an FBI agent and suspect that a person is a criminal/terrorist, get some evidence on it. There are rules in place for a reason, even when there's a "ticking timebomb" situation. If you abuse your citizens, they will elect people who will remove those powers from your toolbox.
Travis
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Defense Contractor Fined $100 Million
It ought to be more if you ask me. Selling night vision equipment and technology to China and other countries before getting proper authorization is a VERY serious crime. Putting profits before the safety and security of our soldiers reeks of a treasonous act. Executives should go to jail for this for a long time. Only then will companies think twice before exporting sensitive military technology to other countries.
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Democrats Budget - "Largest Tax Increase In History"
Well the Democrats have proven time and time again the stereotypes that they have against them. This time is no different. Link goes to a PDF file. Some of the highlights:
Reduction of Child Tax Credit: $27 Billion Increase
$13 Billion in "Marriage Penalty"
$91 Billion in "Death Tax"
$32.5 Billion in Capital Gains and Dividends
So in other words, if you have a child, are married, die, or invest in the stock market, which is pretty much everyone in America, you will see a significant tax rate increase. The highest in history.
Democrats don't understand that if you cut taxes, you can increase revenue. For example, the article states that revenue increased 16.5% in 2006, 14.6% in 2005, and 9.3% in the first five months of fiscal year 2007.
Democrats want to increase the minimum wage, but they want to increase the taxes that everyone pays. In other words, they would take money out of your pocket, and put it into the pockets of the government. Hillary Clinton has been quoted as saying about oil company's profits: "I would TAKE those profits and use them..."
So go ahead Democrats, push for your tax increases, you pork barrel spending and other typical Democratic stereotypes. You won't be in power long if you make it harder for people who live paycheck to paycheck.
Travis
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Reduction of Child Tax Credit: $27 Billion Increase
$13 Billion in "Marriage Penalty"
$91 Billion in "Death Tax"
$32.5 Billion in Capital Gains and Dividends
So in other words, if you have a child, are married, die, or invest in the stock market, which is pretty much everyone in America, you will see a significant tax rate increase. The highest in history.
Democrats don't understand that if you cut taxes, you can increase revenue. For example, the article states that revenue increased 16.5% in 2006, 14.6% in 2005, and 9.3% in the first five months of fiscal year 2007.
Democrats want to increase the minimum wage, but they want to increase the taxes that everyone pays. In other words, they would take money out of your pocket, and put it into the pockets of the government. Hillary Clinton has been quoted as saying about oil company's profits: "I would TAKE those profits and use them..."
So go ahead Democrats, push for your tax increases, you pork barrel spending and other typical Democratic stereotypes. You won't be in power long if you make it harder for people who live paycheck to paycheck.
Travis
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Gulf War Games
We've got two air craft carriers in the Gulf right now and they will be conducting war games very shortly. It's a preparation test as well as showing the Iranians what we're capable of. Sometimes you can get the results you need without having to fire a shot.
Travis
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Monday, March 26, 2007
Kenyan Bombing Suspect Sent To Guantanamo Bay
It's good to see us sending bad guys to Guantanamo Bay. It's one of the few places that terrorists fear to be sent because of it's reputation. They aren't afraid of US prisons. They aren't afraid of the death penalty. But they are afraid of the Bay. :) Even David Hicks plead guilty because he wants to return to Australia rather than continue to be in Guantanamo Bay.
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The Problem With Illegal Immigration
First off, we have a massive, 600,000 case backlog of kicking out people who were ordered out of the US. Why is it we can't have a deal with say United Airlines that says: Each time you fly to a foreign country, if you have a spare seat, we'd like to give an illegal alien a one way ticket to that country. In exchange, we'll help lower your taxes. Or some other such deal. Why are we relying on the honesty of someone who broke the law to leave?
Put an illegal immigrant in a county jail until the flight leaves. Have a guy drive to the airport with a group of illegal immigrants, and make sure each one gets on the plane. Not difficult here people. I just came up with that off the top of my head. I imagine that if someone sat down with a bunch of other people, they could come up with a better plan.
Of course, it all depends on the honesty of the border patrol people too. They need to not be allowing smugglers into the country like this guy did. Most border patrol people are hard working, honest people, but if you flash around a few extra thousand bucks in their face, some of them may get tempted into taking it.
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Put an illegal immigrant in a county jail until the flight leaves. Have a guy drive to the airport with a group of illegal immigrants, and make sure each one gets on the plane. Not difficult here people. I just came up with that off the top of my head. I imagine that if someone sat down with a bunch of other people, they could come up with a better plan.
Of course, it all depends on the honesty of the border patrol people too. They need to not be allowing smugglers into the country like this guy did. Most border patrol people are hard working, honest people, but if you flash around a few extra thousand bucks in their face, some of them may get tempted into taking it.
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10th Grade Test To Remove Math/Science?
What ever happened to kids just being "stupid"? God forbid you actually TEACH a child something, rather then let them slide because they or teachers don't want to try harder. This is the reason why the United States is falling behind in these areas. Kids need to understand that you have to EARN you way to the top. There are very few people that didn't bust their asses getting their hard earned money.
56% of the kids who took the math test passed. 38% passed science. What does that mean? That means that if these kids don't study harder, they will have lesser paying jobs and be complaining about minimum wage when they are 35 because it's what they earn on an hourly rate. It means that they won't be driving around in Bentley's like the rap artists that they see on MTV. It means that they'll be asking me if I want fries with that when I pull up through the drive through.
If you want to be rich, live in a nice home, or simply not have to kill yourself every day for scraps, you won't find a country on earth that provides you with more opportunities then the USA.
Why do you suppose people immigrate here? They know what I know: You can get as wealthy as you want to get in this country, and no where else.
Travis
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56% of the kids who took the math test passed. 38% passed science. What does that mean? That means that if these kids don't study harder, they will have lesser paying jobs and be complaining about minimum wage when they are 35 because it's what they earn on an hourly rate. It means that they won't be driving around in Bentley's like the rap artists that they see on MTV. It means that they'll be asking me if I want fries with that when I pull up through the drive through.
If you want to be rich, live in a nice home, or simply not have to kill yourself every day for scraps, you won't find a country on earth that provides you with more opportunities then the USA.
Why do you suppose people immigrate here? They know what I know: You can get as wealthy as you want to get in this country, and no where else.
Travis
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Conserve Electricity?
Then your bill goes up? That's what a Toronto based electric company wants to have happen. They encouraged people to conserve electricity, and when they did, they noticed a revenue shortfall. Rather than being ok with it, they are asking for a rate hike. Something like that would piss me off enough for me to seriously look at solar cells or wind power to get completely off the grid from them.
I'm already seriously looking into solar power for my home, and I've found a nice one that will pay for itself within about 7 years time. The problem is that I may not be in this home in 7 years time. My wife is finishing up her Master's degree and we may bump our plans to build/buy our retirement home a bit early depending on how much of an income bump the new degree provides.
It couldn't hurt for all of you out there to take a look at renewable energy alternatives, but stay connected to the grid just in case. You could generate power during the day when you are at work, but then use it when you come home at night. However, costs are prohibitive so far. Upwards of $30,000 aren't too uncommon for large solar arrays. My particular setup would have ran me about $15,000. Either way, it's something that we all should probably look at.
Travis
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I'm already seriously looking into solar power for my home, and I've found a nice one that will pay for itself within about 7 years time. The problem is that I may not be in this home in 7 years time. My wife is finishing up her Master's degree and we may bump our plans to build/buy our retirement home a bit early depending on how much of an income bump the new degree provides.
It couldn't hurt for all of you out there to take a look at renewable energy alternatives, but stay connected to the grid just in case. You could generate power during the day when you are at work, but then use it when you come home at night. However, costs are prohibitive so far. Upwards of $30,000 aren't too uncommon for large solar arrays. My particular setup would have ran me about $15,000. Either way, it's something that we all should probably look at.
Travis
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Britain Has "Proof" Of Sailors Innocence
They claim that they have proof that the sailors were in Iraqi waters when they were arrested at gunpoint (half way down the article). I can only speculate that this may include GPS coordinates or something like that. The British government says that if the sailors are not released within a few days, they will show the proof to the world. Might make for an interesting weekend.
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Arabs Want To Bring Up Peace Plan From Where They Left Off
With no amendment or anything. I think the thing that needs to happen is that Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist groups need to be dismantled and disarmed. Follow that with recognition of Israel's right to exist, and stop with the consistent propaganda from both sides. If Arab nations can do that, I have no doubt that Israel would be more then willing to return to pre-1967 boundaries and the establishment of a Palestinian state.
However, if those things don't happen, you can just add this to the growing list of peace plans that have failed.
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However, if those things don't happen, you can just add this to the growing list of peace plans that have failed.
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Hillary's Double Standard And Hypocracy
So, she doesn't have a problem with the firing of all 93 attorneys her husband did when he came into office. She has a problem with the recent firing of 8 attorneys. Now she even admits that if elected, she'll probably fire all attorneys appointed by President Bush. She says she's just "following traditions". Is that right? I don't seem to remember a lot of other presidents doing that.
How is it that this woman is even on the radar of the Democratic party's list of potential Presidential candidates? Oh. Right. The double standard and hypocracy part. I forgot. :)
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How is it that this woman is even on the radar of the Democratic party's list of potential Presidential candidates? Oh. Right. The double standard and hypocracy part. I forgot. :)
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Lott: We Have Enough Votes To Block Timetable
Senator Trent Lott says that he believes that there are enough votes to block the provision of a timetable for the withdrawal of troops in Iraq. I hope he's right.
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Audio For Dr. Scheurer On Adam Carolla Show
Take a listen to this. It's about 20 minutes long, but there is some VERY interesting information in it. Such as:
At least 10 times to capture/kill Bin Laden between May 1998 and May 1999, which is after the embassy bombings.
He faults President Bush for Tora Bora
Answers the Question: Is it Clinton's fault Bin Laden is still walking around?
Says Bin Laden shows no signs of kidney disease
Chides Congress as well as living in a bubble.
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At least 10 times to capture/kill Bin Laden between May 1998 and May 1999, which is after the embassy bombings.
He faults President Bush for Tora Bora
Answers the Question: Is it Clinton's fault Bin Laden is still walking around?
Says Bin Laden shows no signs of kidney disease
Chides Congress as well as living in a bubble.
Travis
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Iran Resumes Payments For Nuclear Plant
The question now is, will Russia not deliver the nuclear fuel promised? Will they deliver fuel that can only be used for nuclear power generation? The payments don't bring them up to being totally current, but with new sanctions on the horizon, it's a safe bet that the Iranians will soon have financial difficulties again.
What no one has said a thing about, is, if this is all about power generation, why can't UN Security Council members offer to help Iran build a solar furnace, solar array, hydroelectric plants, or any number of other ways of generating electricity.
Travis
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What no one has said a thing about, is, if this is all about power generation, why can't UN Security Council members offer to help Iran build a solar furnace, solar array, hydroelectric plants, or any number of other ways of generating electricity.
Travis
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More People Calling For Gonzales' Head
Now, even more Republicans are calling for Gonzales' head. Senator Arlen Specter is saying that Gonzales "has some explaining to do". President Bush is still publicly stating that he supports Mr. Gonzales. Personally, this is one of the biggest things I disagree with the President about. You simply can't have the head of the Justice Department questioning Heabus Corpus, that's explicitly in the Constitution. It's a right we've enjoyed as American citizens for 225+ years.
But that's not what lawmakers are pissed about. They are pissed about the recent firings of 8 US attorney's. Gonzales' comments about Haebus Corpus, has seemed to have been swept away
and no one seems to care. But if the firings are what gets Gonzales out of office, I'm ok with that too, even though nothing illegal was done in those firings.
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But that's not what lawmakers are pissed about. They are pissed about the recent firings of 8 US attorney's. Gonzales' comments about Haebus Corpus, has seemed to have been swept away
and no one seems to care. But if the firings are what gets Gonzales out of office, I'm ok with that too, even though nothing illegal was done in those firings.
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Bodyguards Involved With Attempted Iraqi Assassination
That's a pretty heavy accusation. I'm sure they have some kind of evidence to support it. It just goes to show you the kind of things that our guys and girls are dealing with over there. People who are supposed to be trusted, sometimes cannot be. Nine other people were killed in the attack.
"We say for all traitors, the officials in [Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri] al-Maliki's infidel government, that the worst waits for you. You will never be safe as long as we are alive and our hearts are beating," said a statement posted to an Islamic extremist Web site.
The only way to deal with a situation like that is to hunt them down and kill them. Otherwise they'll never stop and you'll never have true peace.
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"We say for all traitors, the officials in [Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri] al-Maliki's infidel government, that the worst waits for you. You will never be safe as long as we are alive and our hearts are beating," said a statement posted to an Islamic extremist Web site.
The only way to deal with a situation like that is to hunt them down and kill them. Otherwise they'll never stop and you'll never have true peace.
Travis
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Anna Nicole's Death
She died of an accidental drug overdose. It's a shocker, I know, especially since the infamous "drugged up clown" video began circulating around the internet.
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Hillary's Unbelievable Bullshit
I came across this little number just a few minutes ago after searching around the internet. In it, Hillary claims that if Bill had seen the now infamous "bin laden determined to attack within the United States" memo, she is certain that Bill would have taken the threat much more seriously then the current president does.
Bullshit. She knows damned good and well that Osama was the one responsible for the bombings of the two American embassies in 1998, why else would he have launched those two cruise missiles at Bin Ladens camps in August of that year?
This is exactly why Democrats, especially the Clinton's, are known to be weak against terrorism. Bill Clinton was handed NUMEROUS opportunities to get Bin Laden and he failed each and every time for various reasons, including worrying about public opinion and international reaction.
Bill Clinton knew that Osama was a threat and he knew that Osama had acted against American soil (the embassies), so explain to me your bullshit logic Hillary, how is it that your husband didn't know Osama was a threat until after 9/11?
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Bullshit. She knows damned good and well that Osama was the one responsible for the bombings of the two American embassies in 1998, why else would he have launched those two cruise missiles at Bin Ladens camps in August of that year?
This is exactly why Democrats, especially the Clinton's, are known to be weak against terrorism. Bill Clinton was handed NUMEROUS opportunities to get Bin Laden and he failed each and every time for various reasons, including worrying about public opinion and international reaction.
Bill Clinton knew that Osama was a threat and he knew that Osama had acted against American soil (the embassies), so explain to me your bullshit logic Hillary, how is it that your husband didn't know Osama was a threat until after 9/11?
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Vindication
I think I peed myself driving into work this morning. I was listening to the Adam Carolla show and Michael Scheuer is a guest on his show. You may remember Dr. Scheuer as the man who confirmed my story about how Osama Bin Laden was allowed to escape for financial reasons.
Well the first thing Adam asks is why we didn't get Osama Bin Laden. Dr. Scheuer told the nation exactly why: His unit had Bin Laden in their sights and after he was known to be a threat President Clinton didn't authorize them to capture or kill Bin Laden. Dr. Scheuer also tells listeners that when Clinton goes onto shows and tells people he did everything that he could, that Clinton is a liar.
The problem is that in the eyes of a lot of people, Bill Clinton can do no wrong. Dr. Scheuer proves that Clinton put money and opinion above the safety and well being of the American public.
I'm glad that Dr. Scheurer points this out. He doesn't go all against Democrats and Clinton, he also faults Republicans in many ways, for example, at Tora Bora. However, Clinton has been exposed across the nation as the liar and the traitor that he is. It's going to be a good day for me today. :)
Although the audio isn't on the website as of right now, take a look back tomorrow on Adam's website, as you will probably be able to download it in mp3 format.
Travis
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Well the first thing Adam asks is why we didn't get Osama Bin Laden. Dr. Scheuer told the nation exactly why: His unit had Bin Laden in their sights and after he was known to be a threat President Clinton didn't authorize them to capture or kill Bin Laden. Dr. Scheuer also tells listeners that when Clinton goes onto shows and tells people he did everything that he could, that Clinton is a liar.
The problem is that in the eyes of a lot of people, Bill Clinton can do no wrong. Dr. Scheuer proves that Clinton put money and opinion above the safety and well being of the American public.
I'm glad that Dr. Scheurer points this out. He doesn't go all against Democrats and Clinton, he also faults Republicans in many ways, for example, at Tora Bora. However, Clinton has been exposed across the nation as the liar and the traitor that he is. It's going to be a good day for me today. :)
Although the audio isn't on the website as of right now, take a look back tomorrow on Adam's website, as you will probably be able to download it in mp3 format.
Travis
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Sunday, March 25, 2007
Iran Reacts To New UN Sanctions
While we have the usual rantings of a mad man from President Ahmadinejad, it is interesting that Iran has chosen the route of partially cutting off UN cooperation. Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki even spoke these poetic words:
"Choosing the path of confrontation ... will have its own consequences," he said without elaborating.
It's almost like they have the three stooges making international policy making decisions for them. I think they've managed to go down a road where they think that if they reverse course, they will lose face. While technically true, they don't seem to mind if other world leaders lose face on various other issues. Pride is what is the biggest thing in their way right now. A little humility will go a long way. We've all had to back down from things from time to time, it's now Iran's turn to back down. They are painting themselves into a corner so deeply, it will make even their staunchest ally think twice before dealing with them.
Economic sanctions, arms embargoes, bank accounts frozen, they need to take a look at their economy and see just how much they are willing to put up with before the cost becomes too great. People will start losing their jobs, government services will grind to a halt, and the Iranian public will soon tire of dealing with hardships for a nuclear program for "peaceful" purposes.
Israel's not a threat, the US is not a threat as long as they stop supporting the insurgency in Iraq. But until they come to this conclusion themselves, they will face further and further isolation until one day, it all collapses around them.
Travis
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"Choosing the path of confrontation ... will have its own consequences," he said without elaborating.
It's almost like they have the three stooges making international policy making decisions for them. I think they've managed to go down a road where they think that if they reverse course, they will lose face. While technically true, they don't seem to mind if other world leaders lose face on various other issues. Pride is what is the biggest thing in their way right now. A little humility will go a long way. We've all had to back down from things from time to time, it's now Iran's turn to back down. They are painting themselves into a corner so deeply, it will make even their staunchest ally think twice before dealing with them.
Economic sanctions, arms embargoes, bank accounts frozen, they need to take a look at their economy and see just how much they are willing to put up with before the cost becomes too great. People will start losing their jobs, government services will grind to a halt, and the Iranian public will soon tire of dealing with hardships for a nuclear program for "peaceful" purposes.
Israel's not a threat, the US is not a threat as long as they stop supporting the insurgency in Iraq. But until they come to this conclusion themselves, they will face further and further isolation until one day, it all collapses around them.
Travis
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Video Of Portland Effigy
Here's a video of the effigy of the American soldier at the protests in Portland, Oregon earlier last week. You can't tell me that these idiots are "supporting the troops" while opposing the war when they are chanting "bye bye GI, in Iraq you're gonna die". So, anyone like to defend their actions? Anyone? It's a despicable act that doesn't surprise me in the least with cowards coming out of the woodwork. They wear masks and they wouldn't dare do it to a soldiers face.
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Democrats And The Poor
Think that the government taxes the poor to death and lets the rich slide? Perhaps this might change your mind. For every dollar of taxes collected in 2004, the Federal government spent $0.32 cents on the top 20 percent. For the bottom 20 percent? $14.76 for each dollar collected. So in other words, the bottom 20 percent of received 14x the amount of government spending then what they put in.
How is that fair? Why is it that just because you earn more money they other people, that you don't get your fair share? I'm not calling for people to be let to starve to death, but $14 bucks per dollar collected? That's ridiculous! How is it fair that someone paid attention in class, busted their ass and now makes a good living rather then someone who didn't pay attention in class or decides they just don't want to work and yet they get more "bang for their buck" then someone who pays more taxes then the rest of us combined?
Democrats would have you believe that the poor need even more programs and handouts. I don't want to give a handout, I want to give a hand up. On welfare and can work? We'll give you a job. Streets need cleaning, computers need repairing, and there's a ton of other things that the government needs done but doesn't have the man power for. I'd much rather give someone a job so they can support their family rather then just hand over money for no return. It's called EARNING your money.
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How is that fair? Why is it that just because you earn more money they other people, that you don't get your fair share? I'm not calling for people to be let to starve to death, but $14 bucks per dollar collected? That's ridiculous! How is it fair that someone paid attention in class, busted their ass and now makes a good living rather then someone who didn't pay attention in class or decides they just don't want to work and yet they get more "bang for their buck" then someone who pays more taxes then the rest of us combined?
Democrats would have you believe that the poor need even more programs and handouts. I don't want to give a handout, I want to give a hand up. On welfare and can work? We'll give you a job. Streets need cleaning, computers need repairing, and there's a ton of other things that the government needs done but doesn't have the man power for. I'd much rather give someone a job so they can support their family rather then just hand over money for no return. It's called EARNING your money.
Travis
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UN Leader Dismisses Hamas Talks
Calling the time "not ripe" for talks, the new UN leader has rejected talks with the Hamas/Fatah lead government. This gives them the clearest signal that the world isn't going to stand for their stance of non recognition of Israel, and their terrorist ways. Until Hamas learns that the international community won't support people who support terrorism, they will continue to get further isolated and international aid will be cut off until sooner or later, they renounce terrorism and work on a peace plan, or they simple wither and die off.
The new UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon, gets a lot more respect from me for this stance then Kofi Annan did for his years of corruption and appeasement.
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The new UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon, gets a lot more respect from me for this stance then Kofi Annan did for his years of corruption and appeasement.
Travis
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Iran To Try British Sailors For Espionage
Yes, I'm sure this will end well. Iran is just trying to deflect attention away from their nuclear program or use these sailors as negotiation tools for that program. Unfortunately, I don't think that'll work. First off, British Prime Minister Tony Blair is already stating that they weren't in Iranian waters. He's also stated that this incident is "very serious." I have no doubt that if push comes to shove, that the British will forcefully return the sailors back home. Hopefully, for everyone involved, Iran will come to their senses and return the soldiers and their equipment.
You can bet your ass that they wouldn't have tried this against American sailors though. They know that we're just itching to pop a couple cruise missiles at them for their supporting the insurgency. So, maybe someone within the Iranian government will say something and they will peacefully return the men.
If not, you can expect people to die.
Travis
travis@rightwinglunatic.com
You can bet your ass that they wouldn't have tried this against American sailors though. They know that we're just itching to pop a couple cruise missiles at them for their supporting the insurgency. So, maybe someone within the Iranian government will say something and they will peacefully return the men.
If not, you can expect people to die.
Travis
travis@rightwinglunatic.com
UN Passes New Sanctions Against Iran
Arms embargoes, bank account freezes, and more are now the norm for Iran. This reminds me of the child who keeps pushing his parents and they keep adding and adding punishment until the child finally gets it. What steps do you think will be the one that finally gets their attention? My guess would be more economic sanctions. Their economy depends heavily on their oil exports. Make that more expensive or sanction it, and you'll get their attention pretty quickly.
Travis
travis@rightwinglunatic.com
Travis
travis@rightwinglunatic.com
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