Got my fill in the bubble ballot. The damn lady on the left and old guy on the right wouldn't let me copy. I think I failed. I'll try again around 7pm to see if I can bring up my scores. Oromney should ace this test in Idaho at least.
The vast majority of people I know would laugh (behind my back) if I said, "Buy Android because it follows standards and you can inspect the code.". Only in the geeky world does standards and openness mean anything. For reference...see i-Pad, i-Phone, Windows, Microsoft. Here is what matters: What device does Bob use? Is it cool? Can I get all my stuff off this old device and make it work on the new cool device?
$12,000 a year for health insurance if unemployed. So my rainy day fund for 1 year just to live is somewhere in the neighborhood $18,000-$20,000 on an average salary of $35,000. So you're right. Out of the $35,000 I made before getting laid off I should have a surplus of $17,000 a year. $5,000 for room and board and $12,000 for health insurance. Heck, why work more than 1 year on and one year off? But in the richest nation and self professed best and coolest nation in the world, the US still has people living on the street? Impressive attitude asshole.
Sorry Haawkeye...but as the CEO of a multi-$billion corp, I am able to massage my corporation's wishes into a coherent platform and take advantage of a better business climate by donating $millions. Then I can crap all over the environment, my workers and customers with a clear conscience. Limiting my political contribution is just plain wrong. In any case, I will still walk away from my position with $35 million. Win-win for me, the company and my country. Good luck with buying your political candidate $1,500 at a time.
You don't understand the conservatives called the "tea party" in the US. They will forever believe AGW is a fairy tale. They want to get into a pollution war with Asia so we again have a manufacturing advantage. They believe there are "red commies" hiding behind every rock and tree in the US. They believe the 2nd Amendment and guns trump any and every right in the world. And they have itchy trigger fingers now hoping Obama gets reelected so they can have their new "American Revolution", wear powdered wigs and march down the streets with a fife and bugle corp. And the US Constitution is theirs and anyone who isn't a tea party supported should be deported and/or executed. But this is just what they tell me 1st hand. I suppose they could be lying.
If you meant a civil war in less than 1 year you might be correct. The Tea Party folks where I live are pretty open about the next extremely bloody revolution if Obama is reelected. According to these nutjobs, the 2nd Amendment is going to be repealed, there are already "commies" hiding behind every rock and tree and now the "queers" will force sex on them by this time next year if Obama is still in office. Oh, and this Revolution will be bigger, bloodier and more cleansing than the 1st one. Heaven forbid you are a non-white, non-christian, and a non-conservative.
Interview much lately? I've walked out of 2 interviews in the last 6 months. I'd say the people doing the hiring are smarter than the box of rocks I have out back, but just barely. Interview Walkout #1) Obviously a college degree and at least 3 years experience is highly desirable for a part time janitorial job???? All for $8.50 an hour/20 hours a week. Walkout #2) Obviously the 2 people interviewing me for a tech position needed to be text messaging throughout the 15 minutes I stuck around in the interview. Maybe the constant, "I missed that. Can you repeat what you said" was just part of the interview test? Yes, we need more qualified people but certainly not in the candidate field but in the hiring field.
Yep, and 30,000 years ago there were people telling stories by drawing on cave walls. Today those cave wall drawing are animated to such a point that people pay $10 to watch them. My point is graphic novels and movies have been around for a long time so why get excited?
Please explain the benefits of a farmer having "instant access to current market prices" while out in the fields? As you said, they have perfectly capable radios connected to the homefront with an internet connection. Would an 6-12 hour delay knowing the price of wheat just spiked really make a difference considering the farmer is on combine already supposedly harvesting? The 6-12 hour delay I'm talking about is while said farmer is throwing down in the fields getting the hard work done. Just curious as to how "instantaneous" information would make much of a difference.
I suspect people have been making this same basic argument since the 1st century. But here we are today, developing an "app for that". On second thought maybe we have lost it and the US is doomed.
When I go out with "the guys" I feel like a jerk just sitting at a bar drinking. I have no one to talk to and no way to look up the trivia question. Might as well stay home and spend some time with the wife. Or I could get a smart phone and call friends, surf the internet and have a roaring great time not spending time with my friends who are sitting across the table from me. Seriously, it's gotten that bad.
I'm not sure what the fed did to save my "retirement fund" during the last 4 years. My portfolio is currently off over 31% during this period and maybe without the fed is could be off close to 100%? It's my opinion that no one really understands the US and/or the world economy so basically all economist are economically illiterate . At least "the man" wants a complete audit so we the people know what the fed is doing. But I guess we can stick with what's not working so well. Thanks for your educated opinion. It certainly made me think and do some research.
While I sort "believe" the same thing about Mr. Paul, the other candidates economic practices have proven to be (IMO) insane and archaic also. Maybe we should try Ron Paul's insane and archaic economic style. What can it hurt? 3 years ago, the people voted for hope and change and it chould happen again but with Mr. Paul. Better to try something new and insane than proving we're insane by doing it all over again and again.
3 seconds to open a 46 page PDF in Adobe Reader 9 on my system. Actually on most computers I work with/on, the time to open an Adobe 9 PDF is quite quick. May be bloatware but I think the 3 second wait is rather reasonable. And if I can help others by letting them take over my system due to this exploit, well....forget that part.
The last company I worked for took it one step further. They just stopped communicating. I told the boss I was impressed they actually told me I was laid off.
Right and why the heck do people go to malls in the first place? I thought the only reason was to spend money. So yeah, people who go to malls are being good little customers. Of course this theory doesn't apply to people who go to malls strictly to enjoy the mass of humanity and then these people should just be institutionalized.
Sorry nospam007. A mistake in business doesn't mean you are stupid and will never be successful. But don't let a boatload of history get in the way of your opinion.
Thanks for the info. Guess it's a little faster than "the notice in my monthly water bill" where they explain there was bad stuff in our drinking water last month. Explains the diarrhea and for that I'm grateful.
I live in a rural town...can you explain the types of information you receive from your county. We're lucky if the city/county website gets updated on a monthly basis.
Speaking as a single father, putting my daughter though college at the time, I can say the government loan I helped her get was horrible. After the 1st year I managed to pay off that expensive gov loan at a high cost to me and get out of that system. The next system was a massive downsizing of my food budget, fun budget and putting off lots of things I would have like to buy and do in my life. I was making a $35K salary and my daughter worked 15-20 hours a week. 2 years after she graduated from the university, we were both "college expenses" debt free. It was not a pleasant 4 -6 years of my life but I have recovered financially. If I had continued down that Government Loan slippery slope I suspect I'd still be paying off the loans 8 years later. Yeah, I helped my daughter a lot so she would be debt free upon graduation (or there abouts) but I certainly wasn't and still am not a rich man. My point is, the gov loan program was some of the most expensive money I've ever taken. Yes there was government aid in this whole experience...many, many scholarships and grants were applied for and some were awarded. I am extremely grateful for what "the people" of this country contributed to my daughters education.
And just think...in a little over 1 year that intensive form of direct democracy will manifest itself in 50% voter turn out. Yeah I understand voting doesn't change things but Occupy Wall Street will not change things either. Remember, winter is on its way and the protests will die out slowly.
Please give me the complete picture of this protest. What exactly do these people want to raise awareness of? I'm unemployed and you're rich so pay more in taxes? And yes I am unemployed. Or is this awareness goal the Bail-out that occurred 2-3 years ago?
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Got my fill in the bubble ballot. The damn lady on the left and old guy on the right wouldn't let me copy. I think I failed. I'll try again around 7pm to see if I can bring up my scores. Oromney should ace this test in Idaho at least.
The vast majority of people I know would laugh (behind my back) if I said, "Buy Android because it follows standards and you can inspect the code.". Only in the geeky world does standards and openness mean anything. For reference...see i-Pad, i-Phone, Windows, Microsoft. Here is what matters: What device does Bob use? Is it cool? Can I get all my stuff off this old device and make it work on the new cool device?
$12,000 a year for health insurance if unemployed. So my rainy day fund for 1 year just to live is somewhere in the neighborhood $18,000-$20,000 on an average salary of $35,000. So you're right. Out of the $35,000 I made before getting laid off I should have a surplus of $17,000 a year. $5,000 for room and board and $12,000 for health insurance. Heck, why work more than 1 year on and one year off? But in the richest nation and self professed best and coolest nation in the world, the US still has people living on the street? Impressive attitude asshole.
Sorry Haawkeye...but as the CEO of a multi-$billion corp, I am able to massage my corporation's wishes into a coherent platform and take advantage of a better business climate by donating $millions. Then I can crap all over the environment, my workers and customers with a clear conscience. Limiting my political contribution is just plain wrong. In any case, I will still walk away from my position with $35 million. Win-win for me, the company and my country. Good luck with buying your political candidate $1,500 at a time.
You don't understand the conservatives called the "tea party" in the US. They will forever believe AGW is a fairy tale. They want to get into a pollution war with Asia so we again have a manufacturing advantage. They believe there are "red commies" hiding behind every rock and tree in the US. They believe the 2nd Amendment and guns trump any and every right in the world. And they have itchy trigger fingers now hoping Obama gets reelected so they can have their new "American Revolution", wear powdered wigs and march down the streets with a fife and bugle corp. And the US Constitution is theirs and anyone who isn't a tea party supported should be deported and/or executed. But this is just what they tell me 1st hand. I suppose they could be lying.
If you meant a civil war in less than 1 year you might be correct. The Tea Party folks where I live are pretty open about the next extremely bloody revolution if Obama is reelected. According to these nutjobs, the 2nd Amendment is going to be repealed, there are already "commies" hiding behind every rock and tree and now the "queers" will force sex on them by this time next year if Obama is still in office. Oh, and this Revolution will be bigger, bloodier and more cleansing than the 1st one. Heaven forbid you are a non-white, non-christian, and a non-conservative.
Interview much lately? I've walked out of 2 interviews in the last 6 months. I'd say the people doing the hiring are smarter than the box of rocks I have out back, but just barely. Interview Walkout #1) Obviously a college degree and at least 3 years experience is highly desirable for a part time janitorial job???? All for $8.50 an hour/20 hours a week. Walkout #2) Obviously the 2 people interviewing me for a tech position needed to be text messaging throughout the 15 minutes I stuck around in the interview. Maybe the constant, "I missed that. Can you repeat what you said" was just part of the interview test? Yes, we need more qualified people but certainly not in the candidate field but in the hiring field.
Yep, and 30,000 years ago there were people telling stories by drawing on cave walls. Today those cave wall drawing are animated to such a point that people pay $10 to watch them. My point is graphic novels and movies have been around for a long time so why get excited?
I'd like to follow you on Twitter. My name is "Not_a_Spy" so obviously I'm a good guy. And I promise I won't look at those documents...scouts honor.
Please explain the benefits of a farmer having "instant access to current market prices" while out in the fields? As you said, they have perfectly capable radios connected to the homefront with an internet connection. Would an 6-12 hour delay knowing the price of wheat just spiked really make a difference considering the farmer is on combine already supposedly harvesting? The 6-12 hour delay I'm talking about is while said farmer is throwing down in the fields getting the hard work done. Just curious as to how "instantaneous" information would make much of a difference.
I suspect people have been making this same basic argument since the 1st century. But here we are today, developing an "app for that". On second thought maybe we have lost it and the US is doomed.
When I go out with "the guys" I feel like a jerk just sitting at a bar drinking. I have no one to talk to and no way to look up the trivia question. Might as well stay home and spend some time with the wife. Or I could get a smart phone and call friends, surf the internet and have a roaring great time not spending time with my friends who are sitting across the table from me. Seriously, it's gotten that bad.
From 1977 and through to the pre-cell phone days I didn't...well forget it. You obviously would get the point.
I'm not sure what the fed did to save my "retirement fund" during the last 4 years. My portfolio is currently off over 31% during this period and maybe without the fed is could be off close to 100%? It's my opinion that no one really understands the US and/or the world economy so basically all economist are economically illiterate . At least "the man" wants a complete audit so we the people know what the fed is doing. But I guess we can stick with what's not working so well. Thanks for your educated opinion. It certainly made me think and do some research.
While I sort "believe" the same thing about Mr. Paul, the other candidates economic practices have proven to be (IMO) insane and archaic also. Maybe we should try Ron Paul's insane and archaic economic style. What can it hurt? 3 years ago, the people voted for hope and change and it chould happen again but with Mr. Paul. Better to try something new and insane than proving we're insane by doing it all over again and again.
3 seconds to open a 46 page PDF in Adobe Reader 9 on my system. Actually on most computers I work with/on, the time to open an Adobe 9 PDF is quite quick. May be bloatware but I think the 3 second wait is rather reasonable. And if I can help others by letting them take over my system due to this exploit, well....forget that part.
The last company I worked for took it one step further. They just stopped communicating. I told the boss I was impressed they actually told me I was laid off.
Right and why the heck do people go to malls in the first place? I thought the only reason was to spend money. So yeah, people who go to malls are being good little customers. Of course this theory doesn't apply to people who go to malls strictly to enjoy the mass of humanity and then these people should just be institutionalized.
Actually I missed the part in the Constitution where I have the right to be a dick. I can now feel all bright and cheery knowing it's my right.
Sorry nospam007. A mistake in business doesn't mean you are stupid and will never be successful. But don't let a boatload of history get in the way of your opinion.
Thanks for the info. Guess it's a little faster than "the notice in my monthly water bill" where they explain there was bad stuff in our drinking water last month. Explains the diarrhea and for that I'm grateful.
I live in a rural town...can you explain the types of information you receive from your county. We're lucky if the city/county website gets updated on a monthly basis.
Of the 50 companies on the list, I've only heard of 21 of them.
Speaking as a single father, putting my daughter though college at the time, I can say the government loan I helped her get was horrible. After the 1st year I managed to pay off that expensive gov loan at a high cost to me and get out of that system. The next system was a massive downsizing of my food budget, fun budget and putting off lots of things I would have like to buy and do in my life. I was making a $35K salary and my daughter worked 15-20 hours a week. 2 years after she graduated from the university, we were both "college expenses" debt free. It was not a pleasant 4 -6 years of my life but I have recovered financially. If I had continued down that Government Loan slippery slope I suspect I'd still be paying off the loans 8 years later. Yeah, I helped my daughter a lot so she would be debt free upon graduation (or there abouts) but I certainly wasn't and still am not a rich man. My point is, the gov loan program was some of the most expensive money I've ever taken. Yes there was government aid in this whole experience...many, many scholarships and grants were applied for and some were awarded. I am extremely grateful for what "the people" of this country contributed to my daughters education.
And just think...in a little over 1 year that intensive form of direct democracy will manifest itself in 50% voter turn out. Yeah I understand voting doesn't change things but Occupy Wall Street will not change things either. Remember, winter is on its way and the protests will die out slowly. Please give me the complete picture of this protest. What exactly do these people want to raise awareness of? I'm unemployed and you're rich so pay more in taxes? And yes I am unemployed. Or is this awareness goal the Bail-out that occurred 2-3 years ago?