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06/18/2009 02:36:45 PM · #26 |
| Come on, guys! Don't you remember that constitutional amendment that says that only heterosexual married people have rights? I'm sure it must say it somewhere in there. All people are created equal, but does that mean we have to treat them equally fairly? Awwww! |
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06/18/2009 03:00:42 PM · #27 |
Originally posted by David Ey:
For the first time in the history of the United States we have a dictator. It's president has oversteped his authority by declaring unmaried people eligable for government employee rights reserved for the legally recognised spouses and children.
Another benifit for government employees.
This is a sad time for all Americans. |
How does this make him a dictator? He stated that the federal government, the one of which he *is* the head, has a new health care policy. He didn't state that any other corporate, private, or government entity was required to follow suit. So I ask, how is he a dictator? He certainly did not require me to work for the federal government, nor did he require me to get unmarried, nor did he require me to have a same sex partner. Hmmm...still can't figure out in what sense he would be considered a dictator. |
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06/18/2009 03:08:49 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by dahkota:
Hmmm...still can't figure out in what sense he would be considered a dictator. |
In the nonsense? |
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06/18/2009 03:13:43 PM · #29 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
Originally posted by dahkota:
Hmmm...still can't figure out in what sense he would be considered a dictator. |
In the nonsense? |
sheesh! and I was trying to decide if I liked the same sex partner requirement...
BTW - would you STOP one upping me in Farkle! Its quite annoying, you know... ;)
Message edited by author 2009-06-18 15:14:24. |
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06/18/2009 03:26:02 PM · #30 |
| i'mma use ALL of my domestic partner benefits for critical procedures only. like mani-pedis. |
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06/18/2009 03:30:10 PM · #31 |
Originally posted by dahkota:
would you STOP one upping me in Farkle! Its quite annoying, you know... ;) |
MUHUHAHAHA! |
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06/18/2009 03:33:39 PM · #32 |
Originally posted by David Ey:
For the first time in the history of the United States we have a dictator. It's president has oversteped his authority by declaring unmaried people eligable for government employee rights reserved for the legally recognised spouses and children.
Another benifit for government employees.
This is a sad time for all Americans. |
It's been proven many times - drinking and posting is a bad combination....
eta: add dropping acid to that list...
The brown acid that is circulating around us isn't too good. It is suggested that you stay away from that. Of course it's your own trip. So be my guest, but please be advised that there is a warning on that one, ok?"
Message edited by author 2009-06-18 15:48:41. |
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06/19/2009 02:13:58 AM · #33 |
your post is meaningless, David Ey. You've failed to actually support your argument and make bald assertions like "Obama is a dictator" and "what he did is unconstitutional" and yet, fail to make reference to the political science definition of dictator and relate to us what actions of Obama's meet this criteria, AND you fail to engage any constitutional analysis of the laws or policies passed that are contrary to a named and specific section or sections of the US Constitution.
Your bigotry is showing. You might want to cover it up lest a gay black person happens upon you. |
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06/19/2009 07:21:54 AM · #34 |
Originally posted by frisca:
your post is meaningless, David Ey. You've failed to actually support your argument and make bald assertions like "Obama is a dictator" and "what he did is unconstitutional" and yet, fail to make reference to the political science definition of dictator and relate to us what actions of Obama's meet this criteria, AND you fail to engage any constitutional analysis of the laws or policies passed that are contrary to a named and specific section or sections of the US Constitution.
Your bigotry is showing. You might want to cover it up lest a gay black person happens upon you. |
Ouch! Good reply.
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06/19/2009 07:30:08 AM · #35 |
Boy, this one got spicey real quick. |
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06/19/2009 08:35:33 AM · #36 |
Originally posted by BeeCee:
Please explain for us non-Americans how what he did was wrong. |
I'm an American I don't don't understand it either. *shrug* I'm also proud to be living in the newest state to allow same sex unions-- New Hampshire!!! |
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06/19/2009 08:41:49 AM · #37 |
Originally posted by spiritualspatula:
Boy, this one got spicey real quick. |
Can popcorn be accepted as a breakfast cereal? If so, pass some over here.
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06/19/2009 10:35:04 AM · #38 |
| Is this a "same sex" benefit, or for anyone living together? |
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06/19/2009 11:34:12 AM · #39 |
| It's a sad day in America when we ignore real problems and focus on division and hate. Indeed. |
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06/19/2009 12:36:51 PM · #40 |
Originally posted by MichaelC:
(Please note: Aussie asking a serious question about something he doesn't understand)
Based on the American news shows and comedy routines we see here, Vice Presidents, much like Deputy Prime Ministers, are treated as somewhat of a joke and are really only taken seriously if the numero uno croaks it while in office. This certainly seemed to be true with Gore and Biden. Why then does Cheney break this mould? |
I can't find a reference, but Cheney, since the Nixon administration, has apparently felt that the president doesn't have enough power. He was in charge of finding W. a VP, and nominated himself, and as VP, manipulated the administration. In all fairness, the VP has quite a lot of responsibilities allotted to the position. |
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06/19/2009 01:32:13 PM · #41 |
Originally posted by pidge:
In all fairness, the VP has quite a lot of responsibilities allotted to the position. |
too bad Palin couldn't name any... |
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06/19/2009 01:48:24 PM · #42 |
| Kind of an aside - I don't get US television and don't pay much attention to the political hoopla... anyway, I was paying a bill at the bank (a US affiliate for the military folks) and they had the TV on. Apparently one of the late night guys made a joke about Palin that didn't go over well. She retaliated (or her people did) and there was a brief quote that they showed that said something about "our brave men and women in uniform" from her camp. My question - did any of the joke or perceived attack have anything to do with the military? I ask, because it does irk me when "our brave men and women in uniform" are brought into any of that stuff if there's no correlation. |
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06/19/2009 02:16:02 PM · #43 |
Yeah, Letterman screwed up and made a sexual joke about her daughter at a baseball game, but it wasn't her 18 yr old who went to the baseball game, it was her 14 yr old daughter. oops
Don't know why she brought the military into it. That's weird.
edited to take out my opinion of Palin. :P
Message edited by author 2009-06-19 14:17:48. |
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06/19/2009 02:19:03 PM · #44 |
Originally posted by frisca:
your post is meaningless, David Ey. You've failed to actually support your argument and make bald assertions like "Obama is a dictator" and "what he did is unconstitutional" and yet, fail to make reference to the political science definition of dictator and relate to us what actions of Obama meet this criteria, AND you fail to engage any constitutional analysis of the laws or policies passed that are contrary to a named and specific section or sections of the US Constitution.
Your bigotry is showing. You might want to cover it up lest a gay black person happens upon you. |
Well, I thought more of you would have been more familiar with the constitution and the authority of the president. I see I was wrong.
This post had nothing at all to do with sexual orientation or race or whether or not everyone needs insurance or even who qualifies for marriage. When Obama has meddled in your business enough and rendered your dollars worthless maybe then you will understand. Have a nice day. |
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06/19/2009 02:26:06 PM · #45 |
Originally posted by frisca:
your post is meaningless, David Ey. You've failed to actually support your argument and make bald assertions like "Obama is a dictator" and "what he did is unconstitutional" and yet, fail to make reference to the political science definition of dictator and relate to us what actions of Obama meet this criteria, AND you fail to engage any constitutional analysis of the laws or policies passed that are contrary to a named and specific section or sections of the US Constitution.
Your bigotry is showing. You might want to cover it up lest a gay black person happens upon you. |
Originally posted by David Ey:
Well, I thought more of you would have been more familiar with the constitution and the authority of the president. I see I was wrong.
This post had nothing at all to do with sexual orientation or race or whether or not everyone needs insurance or even who qualifies for marriage. When Obama has meddled in your business enough and rendered your dollars worthless maybe then you will understand. Have a nice day. |
Perhaps for us poor uninformed you could actually offer specifics to support your point.
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06/19/2009 02:27:12 PM · #46 |
| Nah, get it on your on and it will stay with you better. |
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06/19/2009 02:28:25 PM · #47 |
Originally posted by cynthiann:
Yeah, Letterman screwed up and made a sexual joke about her daughter at a baseball game, but it wasn't her 18 yr old who went to the baseball game, it was her 14 yr old daughter. oops
Don't know why she brought the military into it. That's weird.
edited to take out my opinion of Palin. :P |
The funny part is, with her track record, his comment wasn't really that far off base.
Having heard Letterman roast people for years, I really thought his remark wasn't particularly bad.
Of course, Sarah has already demonstrated all the social graces of a rabid dog.
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06/19/2009 02:29:33 PM · #48 |
Originally posted by NikonJeb:
Perhaps for us poor uninformed you could actually offer specifics to support your point. |
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06/19/2009 02:30:01 PM · #49 |
Originally posted by David Ey:
Nah, get it on your on and it will stay with you better. |
Except that there are no specifics to support your point.
I don't agree with you in the slightest.
I'm asking you to support your attack.
I doubt that you can.
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06/19/2009 02:31:05 PM · #50 |
| I actually am curious. My American history/jurisprudence/powersthatbe info is not all that hot (even though I do work for the federal government) so I'm not sure what has gone down (so to speak) or why it is not within the purview of the office of the President. I suppose I can go google, but one always gets the condensed two-second view that way. |
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