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    I'm getting so flamed for this... :) Saw this and here are my conclusions or my views (as a foreigner) The republican presidential candidates debate. IMHO The ones that came out the best where the two who spoke the least. Some interesting notes: * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world. (feel free to come to Belgium and we aren't the worst ... yet) * Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia * Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well? * Let's lower taxes and do lot's and lot's of job creation (I guess these jobs will be in the military, right?) * Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ... * Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion. This is 2016, get over it...

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      I'm getting so flamed for this... :) Saw this and here are my conclusions or my views (as a foreigner) The republican presidential candidates debate. IMHO The ones that came out the best where the two who spoke the least. Some interesting notes: * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world. (feel free to come to Belgium and we aren't the worst ... yet) * Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia * Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well? * Let's lower taxes and do lot's and lot's of job creation (I guess these jobs will be in the military, right?) * Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ... * Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion. This is 2016, get over it...

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      V. wrote:

      Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia

      As I've said here before, it's only superior technology which makes that seem a good idea. If they had to put boots on the ground or those Countries had the capacity to strike mainland America they wouldn't consider it. And as they don't have the heart to go to proper war with any of those Countries they can't win.

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      Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well?

      I read that 45% of Hispanics in Nevada voted for him. If he does get elected they'll be Hell Toupee.

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        I'm getting so flamed for this... :) Saw this and here are my conclusions or my views (as a foreigner) The republican presidential candidates debate. IMHO The ones that came out the best where the two who spoke the least. Some interesting notes: * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world. (feel free to come to Belgium and we aren't the worst ... yet) * Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia * Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well? * Let's lower taxes and do lot's and lot's of job creation (I guess these jobs will be in the military, right?) * Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ... * Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion. This is 2016, get over it...

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        V. wrote:

        * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world.

        Only for the poor! The richer you are the less you pay (both in absolute and relative terms!) The arguers of this argument are rich people wanting to pay even less or, preferably, none at all!

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        Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ...

        One of the few issues in which The World = USA does not apply

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        Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion.

        An argument to be used only in conservative states full of bat shit crazy Christians and avoided in New Yoik, Boston, etc.

        I am not a number. I am a ... no, wait!

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          I'm getting so flamed for this... :) Saw this and here are my conclusions or my views (as a foreigner) The republican presidential candidates debate. IMHO The ones that came out the best where the two who spoke the least. Some interesting notes: * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world. (feel free to come to Belgium and we aren't the worst ... yet) * Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia * Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well? * Let's lower taxes and do lot's and lot's of job creation (I guess these jobs will be in the military, right?) * Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ... * Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion. This is 2016, get over it...

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          I hope it won't be Trump... Donald Trump "Make America dork again" !

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            V. wrote:

            * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world.

            Only for the poor! The richer you are the less you pay (both in absolute and relative terms!) The arguers of this argument are rich people wanting to pay even less or, preferably, none at all!

            V. wrote:

            Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ...

            One of the few issues in which The World = USA does not apply

            V. wrote:

            Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion.

            An argument to be used only in conservative states full of bat shit crazy Christians and avoided in New Yoik, Boston, etc.

            I am not a number. I am a ... no, wait!

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            9082365 wrote:

            only in conservative states full of bat sh*t crazy Christians

            Being against killing children is what you call "bat sh*t crazy?" :wtf: :wtf: :wtf:

            There are only 10 types of people in the world, those who understand binary and those who don't.

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              9082365 wrote:

              only in conservative states full of bat sh*t crazy Christians

              Being against killing children is what you call "bat sh*t crazy?" :wtf: :wtf: :wtf:

              There are only 10 types of people in the world, those who understand binary and those who don't.

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              They are not against killing children* (quite literally in some cases where exorcisms and punishment of 'sins' have led to deaths) and they are not against killing doctors, nurses, and even administrative staff who work at clinics or hospitals that carry out abortions, so yeah, bat shit crazy about sums it up! *the designation of unborn and even undeveloped foetuses as children is a convenient but unsustainable fiction

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                They are not against killing children* (quite literally in some cases where exorcisms and punishment of 'sins' have led to deaths) and they are not against killing doctors, nurses, and even administrative staff who work at clinics or hospitals that carry out abortions, so yeah, bat shit crazy about sums it up! *the designation of unborn and even undeveloped foetuses as children is a convenient but unsustainable fiction

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                It sounded like you were saying that everyone that is against abortion is crazy.

                There are only 10 types of people in the world, those who understand binary and those who don't.

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                  It sounded like you were saying that everyone that is against abortion is crazy.

                  There are only 10 types of people in the world, those who understand binary and those who don't.

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                  Ah, no. Didn't mean to give that impression. I think on balance that, at least in purely pragmatic real-world terms, it's slightly irrational and illogical to ban and criminalise abortion, but that's a long way from crazy in most cases. Get hellfire, redneck Christianity involved, however, and that's a whole different box of frogs.

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                    Ah, no. Didn't mean to give that impression. I think on balance that, at least in purely pragmatic real-world terms, it's slightly irrational and illogical to ban and criminalise abortion, but that's a long way from crazy in most cases. Get hellfire, redneck Christianity involved, however, and that's a whole different box of frogs.

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                    9082365 wrote:

                    Get hellfire, redneck Christianity involved, however, and that's a whole different box of frogs.

                    All groups have crazies that claim to belong to them.

                    There are only 10 types of people in the world, those who understand binary and those who don't.

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                      I'm getting so flamed for this... :) Saw this and here are my conclusions or my views (as a foreigner) The republican presidential candidates debate. IMHO The ones that came out the best where the two who spoke the least. Some interesting notes: * Amerika has one of the highest tax rates in the world. (feel free to come to Belgium and we aren't the worst ... yet) * Let's make war on North Korea * Let's make war on Iran * Let's make war against the Palestinians * Let's make war in Libia * Let's make war in Syria * Let's make war against ISIS * Let's help the Ukraine against Russia * Syria and Ukraine adds up too: Let's make war in Russia * Let's pick a fight with Mexico by building a big wall and kick out all illegal immegrants... And then perhaps make war in Mexico as well? * Let's lower taxes and do lot's and lot's of job creation (I guess these jobs will be in the military, right?) * Not a single topic went about global warming, climate change, ... * Let's forbid gay marriage and abortion. This is 2016, get over it...

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                      As an American, I think I can safely speak for all Americans when I say we don't give a flyin' f*ck about what foreigners think about our politics, and they certainly don't have the right to complain. Let's make war on: - North Korea: The US isn't the one beating that drum (that I've seen). That's completely on North Korea. - Iran, Palestine, Libya, Syria: We should exit the middle east completely, and let those stupid f*ckers fight it out amongst themselves. - ISIS: That ain't gonna happen, because the CIA created/funded/armed the group, just like they did Al Quada. Besides, Obama is a Muslim. - Ukraine: I'm undecided on that one. - Mexico: I think we need to get a handle on (stop at all costs) illegal immigration. I'm not sure a wall is the answer, but an armed force with orders to shoot on site sure would be a good 1st step. - Taxes: If the government wasn't so interested in controlling every aspect of our lives via unconstitutional agencies, our taxes wouldn't be so freakin high. - Jobs: I don't have an answer for job creation, other than eliminating the H1B VISA program altogether, and penalizing companies for hiring off-shore "talent" (a term I use very loosely), because that directly affects my job. - Global Warming: C'mon, you're still buying into that crap? The earth's climate is cyclic, and mankind has little impact on it. If anything, government attempts at weather control is a bigger threat to the climate. - Gay marriage: Hey if someone wants to do that, I don't give a damn, but don't expect, insist or mandate that I have to be okay with it. - Abortion: It's a matter of choice.

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                        As an American, I think I can safely speak for all Americans when I say we don't give a flyin' f*ck about what foreigners think about our politics, and they certainly don't have the right to complain. Let's make war on: - North Korea: The US isn't the one beating that drum (that I've seen). That's completely on North Korea. - Iran, Palestine, Libya, Syria: We should exit the middle east completely, and let those stupid f*ckers fight it out amongst themselves. - ISIS: That ain't gonna happen, because the CIA created/funded/armed the group, just like they did Al Quada. Besides, Obama is a Muslim. - Ukraine: I'm undecided on that one. - Mexico: I think we need to get a handle on (stop at all costs) illegal immigration. I'm not sure a wall is the answer, but an armed force with orders to shoot on site sure would be a good 1st step. - Taxes: If the government wasn't so interested in controlling every aspect of our lives via unconstitutional agencies, our taxes wouldn't be so freakin high. - Jobs: I don't have an answer for job creation, other than eliminating the H1B VISA program altogether, and penalizing companies for hiring off-shore "talent" (a term I use very loosely), because that directly affects my job. - Global Warming: C'mon, you're still buying into that crap? The earth's climate is cyclic, and mankind has little impact on it. If anything, government attempts at weather control is a bigger threat to the climate. - Gay marriage: Hey if someone wants to do that, I don't give a damn, but don't expect, insist or mandate that I have to be okay with it. - Abortion: It's a matter of choice.

                        ".45 ACP - because shooting twice is just silly" - JSOP, 2010
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                        When you pry the gun from my cold dead hands, be careful - the barrel will be very hot. - JSOP, 2013

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                        John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                        Obama is a Muslim.

                        It says he is a Christian?

                        John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                        It's a matter of choice.

                        Meaning Pro-life?

                        cheers,

                        Super

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                          John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                          Obama is a Muslim.

                          It says he is a Christian?

                          John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                          It's a matter of choice.

                          Meaning Pro-life?

                          cheers,

                          Super

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                          I don't care what "it" says, he's a Muslim. There are elements of the Muslim Brotherhood in the White House. Pro choice, and like almost anything in this world, there's no clear cut way to come down on the issue. In the end (and regarding ALL of these topics), there are no easy answers. No matter what happens or is done, some person/group will be offended, outraged, slighted, or whatever. If I were a politician, I'd throw up my hands and tell everyone they can sort it out for themselves. Further, I think it's hilarious/absurd/ironic that someone in another country thinks they have all the right answers regarding American politics, ESPECIALLY when their country is just as screwed up. Why? Because politicians are in charge there as well.

                          ".45 ACP - because shooting twice is just silly" - JSOP, 2010
                          -----
                          You can never have too much ammo - unless you're swimming, or on fire. - JSOP, 2010
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                          When you pry the gun from my cold dead hands, be careful - the barrel will be very hot. - JSOP, 2013

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                            I don't care what "it" says, he's a Muslim. There are elements of the Muslim Brotherhood in the White House. Pro choice, and like almost anything in this world, there's no clear cut way to come down on the issue. In the end (and regarding ALL of these topics), there are no easy answers. No matter what happens or is done, some person/group will be offended, outraged, slighted, or whatever. If I were a politician, I'd throw up my hands and tell everyone they can sort it out for themselves. Further, I think it's hilarious/absurd/ironic that someone in another country thinks they have all the right answers regarding American politics, ESPECIALLY when their country is just as screwed up. Why? Because politicians are in charge there as well.

                            ".45 ACP - because shooting twice is just silly" - JSOP, 2010
                            -----
                            You can never have too much ammo - unless you're swimming, or on fire. - JSOP, 2010
                            -----
                            When you pry the gun from my cold dead hands, be careful - the barrel will be very hot. - JSOP, 2013

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                            John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                            ESPECIALLY when their country is just as screwed up. Why? Because politicians are in charge there as well.

                            Amen to that

                            cheers,

                            Super

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                              As an American, I think I can safely speak for all Americans when I say we don't give a flyin' f*ck about what foreigners think about our politics, and they certainly don't have the right to complain. Let's make war on: - North Korea: The US isn't the one beating that drum (that I've seen). That's completely on North Korea. - Iran, Palestine, Libya, Syria: We should exit the middle east completely, and let those stupid f*ckers fight it out amongst themselves. - ISIS: That ain't gonna happen, because the CIA created/funded/armed the group, just like they did Al Quada. Besides, Obama is a Muslim. - Ukraine: I'm undecided on that one. - Mexico: I think we need to get a handle on (stop at all costs) illegal immigration. I'm not sure a wall is the answer, but an armed force with orders to shoot on site sure would be a good 1st step. - Taxes: If the government wasn't so interested in controlling every aspect of our lives via unconstitutional agencies, our taxes wouldn't be so freakin high. - Jobs: I don't have an answer for job creation, other than eliminating the H1B VISA program altogether, and penalizing companies for hiring off-shore "talent" (a term I use very loosely), because that directly affects my job. - Global Warming: C'mon, you're still buying into that crap? The earth's climate is cyclic, and mankind has little impact on it. If anything, government attempts at weather control is a bigger threat to the climate. - Gay marriage: Hey if someone wants to do that, I don't give a damn, but don't expect, insist or mandate that I have to be okay with it. - Abortion: It's a matter of choice.

                              ".45 ACP - because shooting twice is just silly" - JSOP, 2010
                              -----
                              You can never have too much ammo - unless you're swimming, or on fire. - JSOP, 2010
                              -----
                              When you pry the gun from my cold dead hands, be careful - the barrel will be very hot. - JSOP, 2013

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                              John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                              I think I can safely speak for all Americans when I say we don't give a flyin' f*ck about what foreigners think about our politics

                              Fair enough.

                              John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                              and they certainly don't have the right to complain.

                              We have the same right to complain that any American citizen has. The American citizenry, however, is not obliged to listen. Personally, watching the American primaries leads me to the conclusion that the insane have taken over the asylum. If there were any rational people left in the U.S., Clinton, Sanders, and Trump would have been booed or laughed off the stage long ago.

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                                John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                                I think I can safely speak for all Americans when I say we don't give a flyin' f*ck about what foreigners think about our politics

                                Fair enough.

                                John Simmons / outlaw programmer wrote:

                                and they certainly don't have the right to complain.

                                We have the same right to complain that any American citizen has. The American citizenry, however, is not obliged to listen. Personally, watching the American primaries leads me to the conclusion that the insane have taken over the asylum. If there were any rational people left in the U.S., Clinton, Sanders, and Trump would have been booed or laughed off the stage long ago.

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                                Daniel Pfeffer wrote:

                                We have the same right to complain

                                No you don't.

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                                  Daniel Pfeffer wrote:

                                  We have the same right to complain

                                  No you don't.

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                                  Sure we do, we have our own rights saying we can do that. Nice of us, giving ourselves these rights. What are you going to do about it, invade? Actually, that would work..

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                                    Daniel Pfeffer wrote:

                                    We have the same right to complain

                                    No you don't.

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                                    Even North Korea allows you to complain about the American President. It's a game anyone can play... :-D

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                                      Even North Korea allows you to complain about the American President. It's a game anyone can play... :-D

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                                      Yeah, but I'm not complaining about Israel and its government and policies or making judgements about how crazy it is, or not. I can start a weekly rant against Israel, if you like, just to keep things fair. :)

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                                        Sure we do, we have our own rights saying we can do that. Nice of us, giving ourselves these rights. What are you going to do about it, invade? Actually, that would work..

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                                        Netherlands. Enough said. :sigh:

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                                          Yeah, but I'm not complaining about Israel and its government and policies or making judgements about how crazy it is, or not. I can start a weekly rant against Israel, if you like, just to keep things fair. :)

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                                          You might as well, there's plenty there to complain about

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