Here's what shuts downNational ParksMonumentsSmithsonian MuseumsProcessing of applications for passports/visasNew enrollments in experimental treatment at the NIH (National Institu... moreHere's what shuts downNational ParksMonumentsSmithsonian MuseumsProcessing of applications for passports/visasNew enrollments in experimental treatment at the NIH (National Institute of Health)Maintenance of US government websitesMortgage approvals are delayedApproval of drilling applications at the Bureau of Land Management Small Business loansStart of the Alaska crab season (It relies on harvest levels apportioned by NOAA-the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)Employees are placed on unpaid furlough. When they return they are not guaranteed retroactive pay but always have gotten it in the past....eventually. less
Why not run parallel governments? When one shuts down another one kicks in.. That way we the people don't have to suffer for the posturing and grandstanding and muscle flexing and ... moreWhy not run parallel governments? When one shuts down another one kicks in.. That way we the people don't have to suffer for the posturing and grandstanding and muscle flexing and partisan sniping of politicians. So we'd have a Dem/GOP/Libertarian/Green/Whatever government to handle the job. Just like having an understudy to go on if the star is unable to do so or a stand-in.. The show must go on. It's a thought.
The Director of the Department of Health and Human Services, Roger Severino, will be the head of this Division. It has been created to handle complaints from medical professionals ... moreThe Director of the Department of Health and Human Services, Roger Severino, will be the head of this Division. It has been created to handle complaints from medical professionals who don't want to perform medical procedures because the procedures violate their religious or moral beliefs. Is this a harmless protection or a slippery slope?
I think it's hard being a Republican Pol right now who wants most desperately to give his/her prez what prez wants. If only prez knew what he wants and sticks with it and let... moreI think it's hard being a Republican Pol right now who wants most desperately to give his/her prez what prez wants. If only prez knew what he wants and sticks with it and lets them know. How long does the dog and pony show go on? How much should an unsure ignorant uncertain prez be allowed to block any progress on anything at any time because he can't make up his mind and STICK WITH IT?
It took 70 seconds from launch to rescue...much faster than a lifeguard or any other method could have. It's good to know drones aren't just remote killing machines isn't it? The s... moreIt took 70 seconds from launch to rescue...much faster than a lifeguard or any other method could have. It's good to know drones aren't just remote killing machines isn't it? The silver lining?
86% of Norwegians are descendants of Vikings and White. So what? Of what possible use is that information when considering immigration? It tells you NOTHING of the intellect/accomp... more86% of Norwegians are descendants of Vikings and White. So what? Of what possible use is that information when considering immigration? It tells you NOTHING of the intellect/accomplishments/character of the people. Isn't that important too or is ethnicity the only yardstick of value to the measurers?
Immigration requirement. Merit-based. Will the merit be stricter for Africa/Haiti/El Salvador folks and loosy goosy for Norway? How is fairness going to be administered unless ther... moreImmigration requirement. Merit-based. Will the merit be stricter for Africa/Haiti/El Salvador folks and loosy goosy for Norway? How is fairness going to be administered unless there is a RIGID method that is developed to INSURE that everyone gets the same fair shot?
During the campaign he said he'd never have time for golf. He said who would want to play golf when you've got so much work to do for the country? Why golf would be the last thing ... moreDuring the campaign he said he'd never have time for golf. He said who would want to play golf when you've got so much work to do for the country? Why golf would be the last thing he'd have time to do. He'd be at his desk working working working working and not like Obama who was always away from his desk and D.C. playing golf in Hawaii. Finally the poor overworked donjohn guy gets a chance to do what he loves to do. Smooze with fellow billionaires, eat some really tasty food, and finally PLAY GOLF! I say we give him an award for valor above and beyond the call of duty. Giving up golf for over a year so he could work work work work work work work? Hear hear! Whotta guy! :) less
So the government shuts down? So what? Life goes on as usual. Who cares? The other countdown? Not so much. That's the one we don't want to ever hear do we m'dear?
With charity toward none and malice toward all? Well not all. Only those whom the powers that be dislike are maliced. A vast array/variety/cornucopia/potpourri of those who are and... moreWith charity toward none and malice toward all? Well not all. Only those whom the powers that be dislike are maliced. A vast array/variety/cornucopia/potpourri of those who are and that which is severely disliked. Charity begins at home of course but is reserved for the wealthy when home is the US of A. By the time that's all used up by the wealthy there is none left for the rest of us. SIGH.
Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Valerie Bertinelli and Kirstie Ally all hooked up with diet companies and lost weight and were the spokespersons for awhile. So was Marie Osmond.... moreCelebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Valerie Bertinelli and Kirstie Ally all hooked up with diet companies and lost weight and were the spokespersons for awhile. So was Marie Osmond. She is the ONLY one who lost weight and kept it off and she is still the spokesperson for the weight loss plan. The others have been up and down and are currently up though I don't know what Kirstie looks like. Haven't seen a recent picture of her. So here's the question. Why is Marie Osmond able to change her mindset and what she values while the others haven't, didn't or couldn't? less
