Like, we could open new factories here in the US, or instead of importing and buying clothes made in Asian "Sweat Shops," we could have the new immigrants make them here. Wha... moreLike, we could open new factories here in the US, or instead of importing and buying clothes made in Asian "Sweat Shops," we could have the new immigrants make them here. What do you think? I'd pay one of them to take care of my yard and my car, wouldn't you? Some of the are running for their lives; they'd probably work dirt cheap just to be in a safe country. No doubt some of them have very marketable skills. It's a waste of human resource to send them away, to say the least. less
I've lived alone since I was 18, and am so accustomed to it that I find the continual presence of another an intrusion into my privacy and a curb to my independence. I've remained ... moreI've lived alone since I was 18, and am so accustomed to it that I find the continual presence of another an intrusion into my privacy and a curb to my independence. I've remained unmarried, and I know I'll never marry for this very reason. And though I've been in relationships and am in a relationship at present, I often wonder how long I can continue this way of life. I'm close to 47, my parents, whom I'm very close to though I live separately, are getting on in years, and I'm very scared that real loneliness will set in after they're gone. less
At 46, I find it easier when the age difference is at least 10 years either way, even closer to 20. I know it's weird, and often wonder if there are others in a similar predicament.
“Illegal immigration is wrong, plain and simple. People who enter the United States without our permission are illegal aliens. When we use phrases like ‘undocumented wo... more“Illegal immigration is wrong, plain and simple. People who enter the United States without our permission are illegal aliens. When we use phrases like ‘undocumented workers,’ we convey a message to the American people that their government is not serious about combating illegal immigration.”
Policy:
Illegal immigration is wrong, and future illegal immigration must be curtailed.
Control of borders is needed through increased infrastructure (fences, borders), and security personal at the border
We need an employment verification system to guarantee that all workers hired are in the country legally. This must be strictly enforced with penalties for those who don’t comply.
Those currently in the country illegally to be required to register with the government and submit to a rigorous process of becoming a legal citizen, or face deportation.
Reducing illegal immigration will make more room for legal family immigration.
We must encourage the world’s “best and brightes... less
“It is my view that, if we are going to have a North America Free Trade Agreement, that Mexico must do its share – because the day when America could be the welfare sys... more“It is my view that, if we are going to have a North America Free Trade Agreement, that Mexico must do its share – because the day when America could be the welfare system for Mexico is gone. We simply can’t afford it.
“And, I think you’ve seen the figures, to state and local governments, of what the cost is. It’s over two billion dollars in California alone."
Never having been a mother myself, I would much rather stay away from Western-style baby showers, a new rage which has recently caught on among the urban elite. But I have to out o... moreNever having been a mother myself, I would much rather stay away from Western-style baby showers, a new rage which has recently caught on among the urban elite. But I have to out of a sense of propriety,
We all agree on the need to better secure the border, and to punish employers who choose to hire illegal immigrants. We are a generous and welcoming people here in the United State... moreWe all agree on the need to better secure the border, and to punish employers who choose to hire illegal immigrants. We are a generous and welcoming people here in the United States but those who enter the country illegally and those who employ them disrespect the rule of law and they are showing disregard for those following the law. We simply cannot allow people to pour into the United States undetected, undocumented, unchecked and circumventing the line of people who are waiting patiently, diligently and lawfully to become immigrants in this country. less
Yeah, I'm biased. Arguably, this music may define the word "delightful" when it comes to music.:)
A theme from the also-delightful movie "A Little Romance." Composer Georges Deleru... moreYeah, I'm biased. Arguably, this music may define the word "delightful" when it comes to music.:)
A theme from the also-delightful movie "A Little Romance." Composer Georges Delerue.The fun little video with scenes from the movie contains HUGE plot spoilers to the movie. Just close your eyes if you choose to listen and haven't seen the movie.I hope you enjoy!
I was out driving this past weekend and came across someone by the side of the road trying to flag down help. We were on a well-traveled stretch of highway, but it was somewhat rem... moreI was out driving this past weekend and came across someone by the side of the road trying to flag down help. We were on a well-traveled stretch of highway, but it was somewhat remote. He said he had run out of gas, so I volunteered to take him to the closest service station. Turns out, the place didn't sell gas cans, so he went person to person in the parking lot to see if he could borrow one or buy one from someone. At the same time, another guy walked up- he, too, had run out of gas and was trying to find a can to buy or a loaner, and the two guys sat there and started a bidding war over one random traveler's gas can. O_oIs that normal? Don't most service stations sell gas cans? Or should we all be carrying them with us just in case? less
