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27 seconds ago

Bush should have won this one by about 8-10 percentage points, given the state of the economy during the 2004 election. Kerry ran a very unfocused campaign, and he allowed the Bush camp to define the terms of the debate, which is always a huge mistake. It should have never been so close, and it's a testament to Bush's blunders that Kerry was even in the hunt.

Bush and Karl Rove planned the Iraq War with the expectation that the victory over there would yield him a second term. Turns out that what sustained his efforts was not the war (it was actually a net negative, considering that Abu Gharib, along with the insurgency were hurting Bush's numbers), it was the economy, which was rebounding in the face of Greenspan's deliberately low interest rate policies that was driving the real estate market and the financial sector in particular. Bush's political team wasn't really counting on the economy recovering so strongly from the 2001 recession. They were hoping that national security would carry the day, but it really didn't for them. What decided it in their favor was ultimately the economy at the time.

Bush's father always blamed his 1992 loss on Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan, whom Bush contended kept interest rates too high during that election year, thus creating only weak growth. Greenspan however reciprocated for GW Bush by lowering interest rates to recover from the 2001 recession, which was very shallow, especially in comparison to other post-war recessions.

Iraq almost cost Bush his re-election, and it ultimately became a huge burden for him during his snake bitten 2nd term, which was defined by various policy failures, plunging poll numbers, and a plummeting economy.

Perhaps if Bush had known in hindsight that his second term would have been a disaster, he would have just retired after 2004!
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7 minutes ago

Some people are very sensitive to criticism of this country. But it doesn't elicit as much opposition as other topics like religion or Sarah Palin.

To reach "sacred cow" status, it must be a subject that no matter how clearly argued the position, it still elicits the dreaded "disagree" followed by ranting in the threads. Politics and religion are the two big spots for this and I suspect that's why a lot of people shy away from commenting in these areas.

After 9/11, criticism of American foreign policy and our tactics in the war against terrorist would yield relatively high opposition. For a time, it wasn't popular to be against the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. That's changed somewhat over the past few years. Probably its because the focus has shifted away from national security and towards the economy and other domestic concerns. Another factor to consider is the high unpopularity of the wars. That makes it easier to be critical.

This is a great country, but it has a lot of flaws--many of its policies are ill considered and painfully short-sighted. I criticize not because I hate America or any such thing. As opposed, I'm greatly concerned about the country's direction and seek to bring some clarity to the situation (even if I can't really impact the situation here from my perch on RIA!!)
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17 minutes ago

"1st Rate Movers - Ottawa" a.k.a. "A First Rate Moving Company" is now First Rate Movers Inc, an Ottawa-based company in business since 2003.
1st Rate Movers is consistently regarded as one of Ottawa's finest moving companies due to their professionalism, attention to detail, level of care provided for their customer's belongings, and ability to do the job right.

Uniformed 1st Rate Movers arrive on time, alert, properly equipped and ready to perform to the high standards demanded by the companies directors. You can be confident that the crews will be prepared with tools, bed bags, couch wrap, wardrobe boxes, clean moving blankets, and whatever else is required to safely protect your belongings while in transit. Confidence in the ability to move and protect furniture and belongings properly affords them the ability to include the best kind of cargo insurance possible in their rates.

The reason 1st Rate Movers - Ottawa stands out from the crowd is not just the commitment of management to excellent service standards. In a big part it is the pride that the movers take in their jobs and their respect for the company. Unlike most moving companies, 1st Rate Movers hires employees not contractors or cash laborers. They are paid excellent wages, receive overtime, holiday pay, vacation pay, and many other benefits. The company contributes to CPP, EI, and WSIB and treats it's employees with the respect they deserve. This results in greater efforts from more content employees.

You can take comfort in knowing that the moving company is also bonded, a member of the BBB in good standing, and employees are protected by the WSIB (Workers Safety and Insurance Board) which inturn protects the consumer from liability for injury.
1st Rate Movers is also a member of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).
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19 minutes ago

"1st Rate Movers - Ottawa" a.k.a. "A First Rate Moving Company" is now First Rate Movers Inc, an Ottawa-based company in business since 2003.
1st Rate Movers is consistently regarded as one of Ottawa's finest moving companies due to their professionalism, attention to detail, level of care provided for their customer's belongings, and ability to do the job right.

Uniformed 1st Rate Movers arrive on time, alert, properly equipped and ready to perform to the high standards demanded by the companies directors. You can be confident that the crews will be prepared with tools, bed bags, couch wrap, wardrobe boxes, clean moving blankets, and whatever else is required to safely protect your belongings while in transit. Confidence in the ability to move and protect furniture and belongings properly affords them the ability to include the best kind of cargo insurance possible in their rates.

The reason 1st Rate Movers - Ottawa stands out from the crowd is not just the commitment of management to excellent service standards. In a big part it is the pride that the movers take in their jobs and their respect for the company. Unlike most moving companies, 1st Rate Movers hires employees not contractors or cash laborers. They are paid excellent wages, receive overtime, holiday pay, vacation pay, and many other benefits. The company contributes to CPP, EI, and WSIB and treats it's employees with the respect they deserve. This results in greater efforts from more content employees.

You can take comfort in knowing that the moving company is also bonded, a member of the BBB in good standing, and employees are protected by the WSIB (Workers Safety and Insurance Board) which inturn protects the consumer from liability for injury.
1st Rate Movers is also a member of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

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20 minutes ago

Not qualified yet. Indecisive. Dishonest.
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21 minutes ago

"Are you serious?" "Are you serious?"
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22 minutes ago

Loud-mouthed truth-hater who shamelessly self-promotes.
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26 minutes ago

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27 minutes ago

Do not use pantene!!!! My hair has fallen out and has become noticeably thinner. This is a really sad thing when you're only 26 years old.
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29 minutes ago

I have typical fine asian hair. I've been extremely stressed out due to work and noticed that my hair was A LOT thinner than usual. I've been using Nioxin for a week now and noticed that my hair stopped coming out in clumps. Hopefully, after a few months of using this product my hair can become thicker! I will keep you updated!
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32 minutes ago

Review Icon Sheza reviewed Twilight in Thrillers:
It was a good movie that portrayed the book's happenings for the most part. The special effects could have been better. The acting wasn't all that great. The teenagers in the school overacted and to me did not portray normal teenage behavior.
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34 minutes ago

Review Icon Sheza reviewed New Moon in Thrillers:
Awesome movie, way better than Twilight! Actors were better....music was better...special effects better!
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an hour ago

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an hour ago

I'm so confused right now. I just recently lost my 12 yr rottie. She had eaten pedigree her whole life. She had healthy stools, coat, etc. She had developed fatty tissue deposits in her later year, but they are known for that. On oct 28 she had what I believe was a heart attack, she died very quickly, I felt blessed. Here is where it gets confusing. I am taking care of my mom's dogs and they have eaten pedigree as well their whole lives with no problems to speak of. But they have just changed the formula, and have added red, green dyed pieces. My mothers 4 yr old sheep dog mix "sam" has fallen terribly ill. He has quit eating and is on deaths door step. The vet (who saw him twice this week) has been over seeing him as we force feed/hydrate him. I had noticed a bit too late however the green pieces in the food looked as if they were graying, IT WAS MOLD! I have 2 food storage containers in 2 different rooms in the house ( due to having my rottie as well) and BOTH are molded. There is no way in hell, that both containers molded for dampness reasons (in the house). And now that they added the dyes, I am at a loss. Years ago I lost both my cats to the Whiska's poisoned cat food packets, and now this. Did I kill my 12 year old dog feeding her pedigree? Why is sammy so sick from it? NO answers from pedigree, they won't even try to contact me back. I am now searching for a dog food that I can afford (being I provide for my newest dog as well as my mothers)...
I am about to just make and freeze my own, at least then I'll be killing us all, because we'll be eating the same stuff (meats/veggies). Just love them every day, and be thankful for every minute you have with them. I hope our government will strive to make our pets food safer and affordable. Please don't hesitate to speak out and post reviews, it does help.
Thank you,
The Lachapelle Family (in memory of sassy)
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an hour ago

Clearly this alternative name is not going to get any traction with the reviewers on this site.

It is worth noting however that this is one of the few llist items submitted by Binniethebloodybooh that doesn't reference bodily fluids.
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an hour ago

My granfather used to say that 'every day was civil rights day, unless you were a darkie, jew, chink, or pakkie'. My grandfather was quite a biggot. He didn't mind goulies, he had a lot who worked for him and he thought they were pretty dependable.

I think the name should stay because it not only honours tha man who died for the cause, but it reminds people about the fight that had to take place to even have the issues recognized.
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an hour ago

They are the only band to ever be nominated for the Grammy Awards 'Most Overrated Rock Band', 'Most Humourless Album' and 'Most Self Important Performance by an Artist or Band' in the same year and win all three.
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an hour ago

Review Icon Gris reviewed Claude Monet in Painters:
When Monet painted Impression Sunrise in 1872, he inadvertently created a new Movement, one that dominated Paris until the foundation of Cubism. No doubt inspired by the Siene Valley, he set up a Studio there and began to paint landscapes. Monet and Renoir created the Broken Color technique which brought atmosphere and light into their paintings. He was especially fond of the way that light and images reflected off the water, shaped by the Sea breezes and aided by the sun. His paintings are all about sunlight and color, he can not escape them so he draws them prominently into his works. Around the 1890's he began to work in Series, painting the same scenes at different times under different conditions. I think the most famous of these would be Haystacks or Water Lillies but he also painted Rouen Cathedral, Poplars, the Parliament, and Mornings on the Seine, among others.
I would be lying if I said that I was a huge Monet fan, with the exception of The Seine at Giverny, it's hard for me to be really turned on by his work. But personal opinion aside, there is no denying his skill or influence. Because of this, it is Impossible for me to give the man less than four stars.
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1 hour ago

MLK was the personification of the civil rights movement. Without his organization's efforts, which were much less divisive than the more radical elements like the Black Panthers, civil rights wouldn't have taken on that strong mainstream appeal. He definitely deserves a holiday for his birthday.
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