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nice edit DAIC. they have learned hard work and discipline that perhaps they never would have had otherwise. when they come home they will be head and shoulders above where they might otherwise have been had they not enlisted, at least as far as discipline; maybe, they can put to use what they have learned to further improve their lives and use the GI Bill (if it is still available) for further education. at least we can wish that for them. (a positive view at best)
living/visiting another country broadens experience levels regardless of the situation. the circumstances may not be the ideal of a summer vacation but it is what the job requires. at least it is not a vietnam replay at this point.
unfortunately, patirotic duty implies defense of what your "country" deems appropriate. enlisting in the military at any point during the last decade ran the risk of being sent into a conflict. there were/are just too many smouldering fires out there for that not to be/remain a reality.
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"Beware the leader who bangs the drums of war in order
to whip the citizenry into a patriotic fervor, for
patriotism is indeed a double-edged sword. It both
emboldens the blood, just as it narrows the mind. And
when the drums of war have reached a fever pitch and
the blood boils with hate and the mind has closed,
the leader will have no need in seizing the rights of
the citizenry. Rather the citizenry, infused with fear
and blinded by patriotism, will offer up all of their
rights unto the leader and gladly so. How do I know?
For this is what I have done. And I am Caesar."
-Julius Caesar
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in no particular order:
Humphrey Bogart Casablanca, The Caine Mutiny
Gregory Peck To Kill A Mockingbird
Bette Davis Whatever Happened to Baby Jane
Yul Brynner The King & I
Charleton Heston The Ten Commandments
Marlon Brando Streetcar Named Desire
John Hurt Elephant Man
Anthony Hopkins & Jodie Foster Silence of the Lambs
Sydney Greenstreet Casablanca, The Maltese Falcon
(because I love the sound of his laughter)
Paul Newman The Long Hot Summer
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Beatking my north.. my south... my east and west,
My working week and my funday rest,
My moon... my midnight... my talk.. my song...
and Google of course :)
WH Auden....Funeral Blues ?
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my wings is broke!
thanks koop
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A site that some may find wothwhile for broad spectrum of info and jazz festivals throughout the year. Interesting articles, highlights of new releases,
Jazziz Website .... free membership allows you to view some articles in full, artist searches etc
and they provide this page of links to other Jazz music sites:
page for lists of jazz festivals in US, International, and Club Guide:
Jazz Festivals: US, International, Club Guide
hope you find it as interesting as I have, enjoy.
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i used to receive calls until i found a script similar to this one a few years ago. It may be outdated but it is still effective
they always hang up before i do.. :D
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yes, and still have the vinyl. a great album
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hello liesa! glad to see you here at last.
willie nelson - stars & guitars
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yep, seems to be the case
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personal opinion:
it's hard for me to understand where in the movie the Jews are being villified as a group. I felt the movie portrayed/conveyed an overwhelming sense of fear, sadness, and helplessness of a people oppressed not only by conquerors but by their own religious leaders.
such mob mentality and strong belief in those holding positions of religious leadership would be difficult to dispel even on the longer term basis of months rather than days. in much the same way that the U.S. is now questioning why, as a nation, we took the "initiative" in Iraq with what may be 'mis'information (not a political comment.. just was a good analogy). time allows the luxury to examine and sort fact from accusation.
blame can only come into play if questioning why the populace didn't object to...heinous torture and punishment. NOTE: the torture and punishment were carried out by Roman soldiers (who were obviously known to draw immense--albiet perverted--pleasure in doing so) not the people. if we hold the jews as a people responsible then are all U.S. citizens responsible for not intervening earlier in WWII and thus culpable in Hitlers actions? are all german descendants forever branded as following the Nazi regime? ...you get the idea
i've heard the mention of Jewish stereotypes more from Hebrews than from Gentiles. living in the bible belt that is saying quite a lot. there will always be the cadre who hold the Jews as a people responsible for the crucifixtion of Christ. sadly some religious faiths seem to support that belief and i often wonder if that is an "interpretation" or a tenet of the religious dogma.
if i were a theological scholar i could address the issues with greater clarity, but i'm not and offer only my opinion. the movie was indeed moving and worthwhile.
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Next thing you know ...you won't be able to scratch yer balls either.
:rotfl: :rotfl:
one can only hope, bring on the future quickly
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QUOTE]I think the American critics go to far, and seem to think that the government represents the point of view of the rest of us - which it doesn't
idealistically it should, though we're a far cry from that standard
who/what is (a) McGovern? :we don't get it:
btw, nice hat and guitar
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sorry, i missed this earlier dude.
the intent was neither anti-american nor anti-bush sentiments. rather it was a comment upon the attitudes and tactics being used in the "war on terrorism" by the government that represents all US citizens...not just the few.
the concern was/is whether the ends justify the means and whether the information we receive is complete.
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You have to wonder what makes people want to bring terror in the world.. I cant imagine what possesses these people...
wonder if the threat is any greater than before 9/11
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thanks dude...
Keith Brown is the artist: portfolio link
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both were probably bleary-eyed
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maybe folk, folk/blues would work. her music in the 70's & 80's seemed to fit that category a bit more. her later/more recent music trends to the jazz side.
:groovin:
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What I object to most is the Bush administration's misuse of 911--instead of focusing on the war on terror, they are sometimes overstepping their bounds to use it (e.g. above) where they have no business. I think its disgusting...
maybe privacy/individual rights are the new terror threats :taskmaster:
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sadly it appears he may be becoming just that from the news yesterday.
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I think they got the jump on convenience over the corner store.
I'm still wondering how to get the free phone installed
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"United States consumers bought $1.33 billion worth of microwave popcorn in 2000"....
mjj! uncle orville is doing well
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hilarious
your jokes are great
Mission Accomplished?
in General News
Posted · Edited by -medusa-
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every 25-30 years we seem to go through a reawakening of the importance of the power of the people. sounds so campy and 60's it makes my stomach turn; yet, it is a fact. to sit idly by and offer feeble criticisms is not enough (NOT YOU KOOP..you are VERY active). actively participate in governing YOUR country. for any unfamiliar with how powerful the people can be review the years before the vietnam war ended and what brought it to an end. a quick search on google will supply plenty of info.
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i'm sure GW is a capable and intelligent man; however, at this point i question his ability to lead/direct this country and its resources as "the people" deem necessary.