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If elected I would require every citizen to visit, via non motorized means, a State or National Park twice a year and must identify ten birds or animals by sound.

3/10, I really sucked at it.

http://democrats.senate.gov/pdfs/RealSecurity_web.pdf I will not try and summarize a 123 page report, but above is the Democratic plan. Real Security addresses five subjects: Iraq, the War on Terror, homeland security, the state of the US military, and energy independence. It has been released since March of 2006, and largly ignored by the conservative media. Again, just because the conservatives keep saying something, doesn't make it true.

Most of your platform consists of "It's a state's rights issue". If there is a checkerboard of different laws on abortion, guns, welfare, and etc. wouldn't that create an interstate problem? If we are the United States of America, shouldn't we be united on the big issues?

QUOTE(mreye @ Nov 15, 2006 -> 07:38 AM) Deep down I love it, but I hate the way I got it. I was one of the last holdouts in the company and HR kept on my ass - "It's easier for me, wah wah wah!" Little did she know that's the reason I wouldn't sign up - she was all about her and even though I knew the benefits she never went that route. Finally my wife made me do it. I ran into the same issue at my office. HR didn't want to continue to overnight the pay checks, and one guy was holding out. Of course his was the deposit that was screwed up I wrote about.

There are so many of them, some better than others. To start this off, fake or foto at http://www.autodesk.com/eng/etc/fakeorfoto/quiz.html

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 10:31 PM) When a party can come to power under a platform that is made of nothing, it's a sad testament to who was in power. You sound like a tape of every conservative talk show. The Dems have a platform, have a plan. Rush and Hannity repeating over and over again that the Dems have no plan, doesn't make it true.

I like the sentiment, even though I dislike some of the planks in his list. I especially pray for this one

I think we should honor the constitutionally mandated minimum age for President

The Top 5 Spun Election Headlines 5> Republicans Retain Control of Executive, Judicial Branches 4> True to Values, GOP Pols Opt to Spend More Time With Families 3> Dems Admit No Exit Strategy for Invasion of Congress, Senate 2> Mr. Pelosi's Wife to Run House and Topfive.com's Number 1 Spun Election Headline... 1> Bush Brings Democracy to Formerly Oppressed Country

QUOTE(Middle Buffalo @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 01:45 PM) Let me see him do that with his mouth. That's quite a fantasy you have there . . .

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 01:59 PM) Given that the markets have been going up for a while, including after the elections, I'd say the experts on the economic picture for the nation are not overly concerned. Imagine the absurdity of Americans placing body bags ahead of financial gains. It's Un-American

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 01:36 PM) Which is funny because I had to move your post as well, Mr. Kinky. I placed the platform in that thread and came here to discuss. As per your instructions. I assumed you wanted one neat thread with just platforms and all the discussions in another.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 01:38 PM) Finally you get it. Until we have another great Texan to take his place, he'll have to do. Maybe Delay in '08 is still a possibility. If not, let's get Jeb and keep the BFD* going. *Bush Family Dynasty.

OMG, you are right, how could we be so stupid? George Bush as King of America for Life!

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 12:38 PM) I'm shocked, you hear me...shocked!!! Talk about wanting some attention, some plumb assingments . . .

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 11:45 AM) Sorry NS, I didn't see this thread when I was asking about the "due dates"... And you want to be President? Must be a GOP candidate, can't read.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 10:44 AM) I got my tickets to go see the King Tut exhibit on Sunday King Tut (King Tut) Now when he was a young man, He never thought he’d see People stand in line to see the boy king. (King Tut) How’d you get so funky? (funky Tut) Did you do the monkey? Born in Arizona, Moved to Babylonia (king Tut). (king Tut) Now, if I’d known they’d line up just to see you, I’d trade in all my money And bought me a museum. (king Tut) Buried with a donkey (funky Tut) He’s my favorite honkey! Born in Arizona, Moved to Babylonia (king Tut) Dancin’ by the Nile, (Disco Tut) The ladies love his style, (waltzing Tut) Rockin’ for a mile (rockin’ Tut) He ate a crocodile. He gave his life for tourism. Golden idol! He’s an Egyptian They’re sellin’ you. Now, when I die, don’t think I’m a nut, don’t want no fancy funeral, Just one like ole king Tut. (king Tut) He coulda won a Grammy, Buried in his Jammies, Born in Arizona, moved to Babylonia, He was born in Arizona, lived in a condo made of stone-a, King Tut

QUOTE(Queen Prawn @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 10:30 AM) I just baked a cheesecake and after I get home from "the" doctor (cuz you know that is exactly what I want to do to celebrate 30), I am making homemade tortellini and sauce. Classic Irish birthday dinner

I am declaring early. I'll allow the other candidates to use their fancy polling groups to decide what they believe in. I know where I stand and don't need three days to figure that out. Haven't we had enough representatives that can't make a decision without running to outside consultants and pollsters?

Some would describe me as a gun toting, tree hugging, environmentalist who favors character building programs like the Boy Scouts of America while favoring Civil Unions. I have much more respect for a tax and spend leader who will balance the budget than a don't tax and keep spending politician trying to buy votes. I am equally comfortable at GOP and DEM gatherings. We do not have to give up our rights, to keep them. Criminals have been around since the first settlers set foot on Plymouth Rock and we have survived without treating every American as a criminal. Religious tolerance is not eliminating all religion from our society, but allowing everyone the freedom to worship, or not, in their own way. The building block of every human society is the family. A committed relationship where every member finds the support to be their best. Anyone who believes that these relationships are important should also favor civil unions so that all Americans are encouraged to form these unions. Parents should be placed front and center in being responsible to and for their children. In the interest of full disclosure, yes, I did have sex with those women, and we had a great time. I have never done illegal drugs, I have been drunk on more than one occasion, at various times in my life I have made an ass of myself, I have changed my mind on issues, I have lied, cheated, and stole. I also believe the American voter is smart enough to know that every candidate could say this, but few have the nerve. Since the people involved are not running for office and probably would like to remain unknown, could we leave them out of this? Based on my platform, and not easily being pigeonholed onto one particular party platform, I am running as an Independent. I am tossing my hat in the ring first, knowing that I will be the target of future platforms. I believe you want a President who is bold and decisive and will lead. Not someone who gages the wind before deciding what is in their best interest. Abortion: Pro-Choice with parental notification for minors. Gun Control: Honest citizens should be allowed to own reasonable firearms. Iraq War: We need a long term plan which assures US war forces are replaced ASAP. War on Terror: Do not give up our rights, our way of life is our best defense. Energy policy: Alternate, eco friendly. Prayer/religion in schools: May the God of your choice bless you. Environmental issues, protections: Generally favor protecting the environment over profit. Capital punishment: Against Gay marriage / civil unions: For Health care / Medicare: We are the richest country on the planet, we must provide health care to all Americans. Minimum wage: Should be indexed to inflation. Welfare (individuals): Emphasis on returning to work Government funding of corporations (corporate welfare, targeted research, etc.): Bankruptcy protections (business, individual): The pendulum had swung too far towards the individual, the new laws are evening the playing field. Immigration policies: Tied to jobs and favoring our neighbors. Doctrine of preemptive military action: Where necessary. Size/scope of federal government: As big as the people it serves. Federal taxes and budget: Balance the budget. If you want a program, stand up and tell the American people you have to raise taxes to get it. Let them decide who leads. No deficit spending to "spark the economy". Areas needing increased spending: Must be tied with tax increases to balance the budget. Areas needing decreased spending: Must be tied to budget goals. Affirmative action: Needs regular review to match strides in US ethics, morals, etc. The goal should be to level the playing field and eliminating the law. Relationships with other nations and their human rights records: The more avenues we have via tourism, trade, cultural exchanges, the better chance we have to influence change in those countries. North Korea: Dangerous. Iran: Dangerous Palestine/Israel: Affects our relationships all over the Arab world. School funding: Nationally? I see this as a state issue to be decided by the voters in the states. Rebuilding of New Orleans: For Civil liberties vs security (wiretaps, etc.): Civil Liberties, we shouldn't have to give up our rights to preserve our rights. Social Security: Should be the safety net, not the bulk of someone's retirement. Stem Cell research: For Unions and labor: Against unions, for labor. Eminent Domain: Not for economic gain. Transportation/transit priorities and spending: Continue on present course International trade policy (open or protectionist, NAFTA, etc.): Pro NAFTA, open trade. Tort reform: Yes How to fix corruption in Congress (and other areas of gov’t): Elect people of character like myself.

I am forming an exploratory committee . . .

I forgot about that. Not to worry, we still have the Oval Office

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Nov 14, 2006 -> 07:42 AM) Paypal is paying over 5% as well. BTW, NEVER EVER use National City. They are the worst bank ever. Ask me how they tried to ruin Madison's first birthday party... if you dare.