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QUOTE(StrangeSox @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 12:47 PM) Those low-paying jobs exist and need to be filled, regardless of the legal status of the employee. I don't think you are advocating hiring illegals, are you? Although undocumented illegals are less likely to apply for and receive government benefits I do not believe that is a good option for America.

I basically needed to see a 40' x 40' concrete pad. I applied the ruler and it confirmed my earlier measurements. I did not remember how or where I had received the prior data and wanted some confirmation.

QUOTE(StrangeSox @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 12:45 PM) The problem is the reliability and conviction of the person. If they are constantly changing their positions based on what the political will is this month, but claim to strongly hold these beliefs, they're full of bullcrap. That's not the type of person you want or need leading a country. If, however, they change their opinion based on new facts instead of new opinion polls, or vote against their own beliefs in order to vote as their constituants want, its a different story. well said.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 12:32 PM) Therefore, the solution is a $25/hr minimum wage. By solution, you imply there is a problem. And perhaps there is with the system. Look at all the programs for the "working poor". Pell Grants for education. Child care credits. Food and shelter assistance. Are all examples. We could eliminate those programs and cut the costs that SS mentions. We could further tax the poor to balance this out. But then we would be faced with living in the country that they can afford to build. Instead we have a program where we help support the poor through government involvement. I could be persuaded that this should be private charity work, but I don't see the system working through private donations only.

So the problem is the perspective of being a flip flopper? I don't have a problem with a politician changing his views on an issue. I understand that the Republican view of the world is we are born with our views and never change them, but I think people are more elastic, and do change opinions either by being exposed to new information or life events. We have allowed a great political strategy, designed to get someone elected, to cloud what should be responsible governing.

Above is a great example of what happens with all low paying jobs in America, regardless of who is working them.

QUOTE(Kid Gleason @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 12:12 PM) I like him and thought he was outstanding on Spin City. Way better than Charlie Sheen. I love that show, catch the replays when I can. Perhaps I was too harsh when I said he couldn't act, he does have a few Emmy's to his credit, but as a film actor, meh.

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Thought I would share this with y'all. I was asked where to position two 40' cargo containers at my Scout Camp. Cool stuff, we're going modular in our storage. The company we are working with cut us a tremendous bargin. So I glanced over my notes and my very weak "as built" drawings of the camp and there was some doubt in my mind it would fit where I wanted. So I was facing a drive to the beach. Not that I find that particularly a bad thing Then I realized with Google Earth I could come "close enough" and was able to find the information without leaving my office.

And then add the cost to businesses to hire replacements, etc. No wonder no politician wants to tackle this problem.

QUOTE(Kid Gleason @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 09:47 AM) Is that an anti-Fox comment??? Man, I didn't think anybody disliked him. I don't dislike him, but in the annuals of great actors, he's not in the top 500. He simply is not that great of an actor. Perhaps he'd crack the top 100 TV actors, maybe. His movie roles were pretty light weight. But from what I've seen and read of him as a person, great guy who didn't allow that industry to destroy him.

QUOTE(Alpha Dog @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 11:08 AM) I generally agree with this. However, problems arise when the politicians take the stands and claim them as their own, that they have always held this position, etc. i would have more respect if one would come out and say "I am against this bill, but 80% of my people want me to vote for it. So following the lead of my constituents, I am voting for this bill" What problems?

Composting, if done correctly, will make you popular with your neighbors as you offer them some great fertilizer. No smells, etc. You may have to buy a more esthetically pleasing container than what I used (old pallets). An interesting fact with my electricty provider, at the time I signed up, the wind generated was actually lower than the alternatives. I had to commit for a longer term, and agree if demand outstripped supply I would accept the higher conventional sources (What? or go dark??)

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 08:57 AM) I would actually be really curious as to what, if anything, folks here have done in recent years to be more environmentally conscious in their choices. I'd be happy to list mine, if this is of interest to anyone else. Please do. IIRC we also have someone here who put in a solar system, I forgot who.

QUOTE(TheBlackSox8 @ Sep 12, 2007 -> 05:41 PM) quick question.....Is that a guy or a girl? Either way I'm deeply disturbed after watching that. Guy. And I'm not certain if this is Chris' response or an earlier vid NSFW!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5MVp5WEY3U&NR=1

QUOTE(Kid Gleason @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 08:37 AM) AH!!! I just saw the Britney version and posted it in the "Video" section. I take it I am a little behind the times...again? I saw the Britney vid Wednesday night while walking to class. I think it was on the Glenn Beck show. Great stuff.

Do politicians have any responsibility to follow the will of their constituents? I always felt yes. That is 70% of their district believe one way, they should seriously look at that, and probably follow that lead.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 08:15 AM) I know that. But it sounds dramatic and full of legal promise for $, since I'm a minority in the state of Texas. Tell me about it

QUOTE(Brian @ Sep 14, 2007 -> 08:11 AM) No. He is alive. He'll do special guest spots on some shows now. I don't think he can act, Fixed for me.

Awesome.

QUOTE(NUKE @ Sep 13, 2007 -> 10:57 PM) I have no sympathy when a governmental agency at any level cries poor and says they need money. liar

^^^ Yet you still claim to be an independent??

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 13, 2007 -> 10:48 PM) Then I could sue my local government office for being discriminatory in hiring because I'm not bilingual. No. It is like any other requirement for the job. If they could not life ten pounds and wanted a job in Streets and Sans, etc. We see a lot of ads down here marked bilingual preferred and depending on their current staffing, that may be more or less of an issue. As long as it can be proven their is a legitimate requirement for the job, there is no case.

BTW, I recall the Bulls wishing they had gotten a big man but thought MJ would sell some tickets with his scoring.

Taking Al Gore's message to heart I've Taken a position where I work from home 80% of the time. Purchased wind energy for my home. Moved close to school so I can walk or ride my bike Set my thermostat at 80 So can I talk about environmental issues without being a hypocrit?