If you could add one law to your country's laws what would it be?

Definitely important! +4

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

yea you scored...lol

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by ..soulja girl.. on November 18th, 2009

no opinion, but it would never be "free" -- someone's gonna hafta pay for it...

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

oh yes!

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by VenusHalley on November 18th, 2009

You know it makes sense, I gave the same answer :)

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by Lucky_Marty on November 18th, 2009

Ya, laws and views from the 30's - stupid bastards. Focus some energy and resources on the real crimes committed by real criminals.

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by TWIST on November 18th, 2009

what would be the age limit though?

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by Qmasta on November 18th, 2009

Same as liquor, I guess - 19?

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by TWIST on November 19th, 2009

agreed. spend money where we really need to fighting crime.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

Yup - there are some real drugs out there people kill and rob for. Almost 2010.

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by TWIST on November 19th, 2009

I don't even partake (or is it partoke?) and I feel this way.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

if everyone is high all the time who is stuff going to get done though?

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by Qmasta on November 19th, 2009

I have smoked pot for over twenty yrs. I ranked #1, or close to it everything I have tried, physically as well. I'll get things done, plus. I agree smoking on the job ain't always the way to go - PENDING THE JOB.

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by TWIST on November 20th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Crap! I went to plus you, and accidently hit the neg button. I got you plussed immediately afterwards, so if you see the -5, please disregard it. +6

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by Phillis - Zacks little sister on November 18th, 2009

Animals are living creatures just like all humans +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

True and a lot better at it than us :D

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

Eh....I love animals as much as anyone. But I also recognize that humans are at the top of the food chain and totem pole of civilization, so it's natural for us to conquer other creatures. I know it's brutal, and it's despicable, but it's a part of some people's culture, and it still an animalistic instinct that some people possess. I don't agree that the punishment should be the same as harm to another human. Mainly because if an animal is killed, nobody is mourning it other than the owner if it has one. If a person is killed, it effects many lives.

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Not only are we the apex predator but we have advanced brains, so advanced in fact that we have developed consciences and morality. In short, we are so high on the ladder that we should know better than to inflict cruelty on those merely weaker than us. We are not primitives and should be punished for failing to exercise the sense of right and wrong that makes us in any way worthy of calling ourselves civilized, particularly when deliberate cruelty is involved. (By the way, very many species of animal do quite demonstratively mourn so bear that in mind too, unless you mean to say that only our pain counts).

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by Who Is She on November 18th, 2009

Yes I see what you are saying here..but I was talking of those who are cruel to animals with an intension to make them suffer..
I don't like to talk of such cruelty as it really hurts me..but in this occassion I will..
Some time ago..near to where I live a mother cat and her kittens were abandoned near some fields..luckily enough a passer by heard their cries and took them to a vet..they were all in a black bin bag..the couple who dumped them were reported by a neighbour (thank god)..when the kittens and cat were pulled out of the bag they saw that their tongues had been cut out and the mother had been tortured in various ways..then of course they left them to sufficate in the bag..a slow death..the police didn't want to do anything with the couple when found as cats are seen as ferral..
A lady who runs a local cat's home personally took the couple to court and they were both sent to prison for a short time..

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

Now please tell me the couple didn't deserve to go to prison..
Most people who hurt animals in such a way..just get banned from keeping them..its wrong..what must those poor creatures of gone through during that time?

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

As far as animals mourning goes..they certainly do mourn..

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

Cut their tongues and torture them and ask on every hour "Do you want me to stop?" and only the answer "Yes" will stop the tortures (remember the first 3 words of this comment?)
There are people (outside the medicine industry) who experiment with animals what they plan to do to people and even if they don't plan to do it on people it is just cruel.. (I've seen a cat with 1 front leg only..)

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I was agreeing with you CT. You were addressing Sensaye, not me, right? I would have very severe penalties for animal abuse as cruelty to animals can have no motive other than cruelty itself. It's more complicated when humans hurt each other so we have to sentence those crimes accordingly. Cruelty to animals is clearly motiveless and just sadistic.

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by Who Is She on November 18th, 2009

Sorry I had to dash..my food was ready..yes Who is she I know you were agreeing..thank you..normally I get DR for praising animals..still there's time yet..sadist it is..infact I find it much more cruel simply because the animal is incapable of begging for mercy..
You are right also nanapak..people experiment with animals..because they have sick minds..
I am not suggesting that people who eat meat should go to prison Sensaye..but those who hurt and torture should..
I know this for sure..if I ever caught someone hurting an animal..I would be the one in prison..

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

I'm not talking about hunting game for food, because that's another subject. But those that torture animals, for whatever sadistic pleasure they get out of it, should they themselves be tortured in the exact same manner !! For the bastard who skinned cats alive ... he should be skinned alive too, and the same for whatever form of cruelty whether it be cutting off their legs or poking their eyes with hot irons !!

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by Ice man on November 18th, 2009

I agree. Many people say I'm too extremist but I agree with exactly what you've said Ice Man.

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by Who Is She on November 18th, 2009

Yes so do I..we profess to be civilized and yet would any other animal on this earth do such a thing to another..no..they will only kill for survival..
It makes you ashamed to be human..

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by CT on November 18th, 2009

I have to agree...those who willingly cause harm need to get the same exact treatment done to them...maybe that would stop or slow them down a bit better than a slap on the hand.

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by Redhawk on November 18th, 2009

I'm on board.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

Thanks Redhawk..thats true :D
Nice to know that overboard..
today I am happy..people putting animals first..are good people in my opinion..animals eating animals for the sake of survival I do agree with and I think thats what Sensay was refering to..
When it comes to abusing animals (of any kind) we as human beings, who are capable of so much, must do all we can to prevent this..I'm not preaching to anyone..but many rely on us for survial now..its up to US to make sure animals stay on this earth and are treated properly..
Thank you all :D

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by CT on November 20th, 2009

Although I agree with most of what is being said, I have to admit that I disagree with some of it. You can't say on one hand that humans are more civilized emotionally and consciously, but then also say that animals mourn as much as humans do when a loved one is hurt or killed. Animals don't have things like remorse, regret, sympathy, and many of the other human emotions that make dealing with death so difficult. If an animal is able to kill you, and it feels inclined to do so, it will, without any remorse, trust me. Of course, people who are cruel to animals for no reason other than to be cruel should definitely be punished. People who do that are sick bastards who probably have a number of other psychological issues that make them a danger to society. I love animals, believe me. I connect with animals on a very spiritual level. But I think that some people, especially in this chat forum, are more anti-human than they are pro-animal.

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by Anonymous on November 20th, 2009

Ooh Sensay..thanks for responding..well I can say that animals DO mourn because I have see it myself..elephants are known to mourn!! No not ALL animals mourn..but I couldn't personally say which do and which ones don't..as I'm no expert..
We must remember that certain animals can be very intelligent..for example I have had 3 German Shepard and although all have been a lot more ingelligent than most dogs I've known..one of them was Extremely intelligent..
Dogs are an excellent example of how ingelligent animals can be thats why so many have always been used as working dogs..
I could tell you tales of my GS that may change you mind in saying they have no sympathy etc..again I have seen this with my own eyes not read it somewhere..
I do disagree with your last statement though..we must not judge people because they have their own opinions..the things people have said on this thread? well we should be patting them on the back..

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by CT on November 20th, 2009

I agree that many animals are intelligent, but it's an instinctive intelligence. Dogs have been around humans for so long that they have learned to instinctually cater to human emotions, and even duplicate some of them, like embarassment, shame, enthusiasm, etc. Still, they are driven by instinct, not by feelings. I'm not saying this makes them less important, I'm just saying that it's possible that MANY people are delusional about how much their pet 'loves them'. Any animal that has an allegiance with a human being has been trained to do so. For example, a slave may love his owner, because he's taught to love him and knows nothing else.

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by Anonymous on November 20th, 2009

Sensaye, the cold, hard facts are that we are learning more & more all the time about what animals are able to feel and it is extremely wrong & quite unconscionable to wait until we find out more to allow for the idea that we may be doing more harm than we know to other animals.
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While we now know that many animasls do mourn their emotional losses, from highly functioning elephants right down to swans & swallows & even gerbils, we have also learned that extraordinary mental function is observable & empirically proven in animals as 'dumb' as pigeons and parrots, (both of whom can discern one modern artist from another at a higher level than most 19 year old art students). Make of that what you will but we would never have guessed at that high a level of brain function in these species some years ago. Forget which animal is fluffiest & the ones humans prefer as pets & simply remember that our knowledge of the harm we do grows each day and this applies to wild & domestic animals.

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by Who Is She on November 20th, 2009

Thank you Who is she..couldn't of put it better myself..and also who are WE to think we are better than any of animal that exists in the world..animals have been around much longer than we have and will be here long after we have gone!!..sadly people think because human's communicate through speech that we are above the rest!!

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by CT on November 21st, 2009

Please do not assume that if your puppy or dog has an accident in the house, that when you show up, the dog feels GUILT! They do not, a dog or puppy does not think as a human does, they lack that full mental agility to think in human terms. An Accident is nothing more than an accident. Dogs do not plot or plan to do things to "pay us back" for things WE might think the animal is upset about! If your dog looks "guilty" this is no more than a stress reaction, because the animal realizes or remembers that accidents upset US! This causes the dog to feel STRESSED and that can look like guilt to a human. A dog will never do a behavior with the intent to PISS OFF the humans! Angry, even just annoyed humans are SCARY humans to a dog...An accident is just an accident. Dogs also lack the mental agility to be STUBBORN! A lack of understanding of what is wanted, mixed signals from the person, physical challenges are what may influence a dog not to do or want to do a behavior that we want.

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by Redhawk on November 21st, 2009

Yes that is true Redhawk good point..I don't think guilt is an emotion animals would really feel..

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by CT on November 21st, 2009

It's always interesting to work with animals....I strongly believe they do not think as humans, but I have seen them react to things...human emotions...and GHOSTS...I guess part of it is information they get from their ability to smell things better than we can manage! But I shiver with distress when I hear or see some one using negative corrections on an animal because they "BELIEVE" that the animal is being STUBBORN and not doing something, or doing something... because they want to issue a "pay back" to the human. The only animal I know of that is somewhat capable of thinking in logical (more human terms) would be Primates...Apes and Monkeys...and Dolphins, Whales...THEY do think more closely to humans, they do show signs of making INFORMED decisions of choice; not just acting and reacting to stimulus they are presented with and according to both training and temperament of the individual.

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by Redhawk on November 21st, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

obscenely overdue! yeh.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

That would probably stop them +4

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

right on Sheriff

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by rigby on November 18th, 2009

I'm on board.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

right now the jails are too full of meth addicts tho

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by rigby on November 20th, 2009

Good one +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Good one. I agree wholeheartedly. I bet their would be no more wars if these tyrants had to go fight their own battles.

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

I like it.

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by overeducated on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Hear, hear! +5.

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by Dreamlight on November 18th, 2009

0.o ...you do realize society would take it as a joke right?

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by Qmasta on November 18th, 2009

all the more reason for the awareness .

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by The Anonymous Witch on November 19th, 2009

Interesting.. Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

that's a great idea.

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I like this law the bestest.
Is this hat acceptable to you? It's all I've got.
http://funhousetheatrical.com/images/Funny_hat.jpg

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Just don't walk around hungry people and it will be just fine ;D

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Oh good good. Looks like I'm prepared if this law ever passes. ;-)

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

lmao

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by Qmasta on November 18th, 2009

That's what I'm talkin' about. +6

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

Thanks +4
By the way never heard of atheists not being taken for equals except for the church but I doubt someone would go there or care :o

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

Our constitution protects "freedom of religion" so people use that to say that "freedom FROM religion" is not protected. They're the most hated groups in America, even right after 9/11.

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by iBambi on November 17th, 2009

That would make them think twice before doing something ;) Thank you +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

lol.

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I'm not so sure I like that one at all. But, nonethless +4 for your view.

=)

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by Rabid Octopus wears a COAT of life on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I kinda agree, but at the same time it is unfair for the children to be pusnished for their parent's idiocy and be excluded from being able to have a sucesful life... but the aid should definitelly not be given in form of money directly to the parents...

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by VenusHalley on November 18th, 2009

It's just a shame that some of these people use kids as their "paycheck". I do agree that kids should not suffer. But, maybe if these people realized they won't receive endless support, they might think twice about increasing their family and live within their means like the rest of us.

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by Over and Out on November 18th, 2009

I agree. Kids should not be used as "money ticket".. +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks nanapak! +5

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by Over and Out on November 18th, 2009

Yeah I have to agree...maybe they should offer like a $400 one time payoff to go get fixed. So then they get paid and taxpayers only have to pay for the 8 kids each these people already have...it's a win-win situation.

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

or how about the government provides assitance to those with jobs so people dont have to remain jobless in order to receive welfare and they can actually move up without losing.

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by delyciouzxma on January 3rd, 2010

Where all have to be able to converse in,,I am not prejudice,I just think that it should be a given,if you want to live here,speak the language.+6

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by mtndewman44 on November 18th, 2009

Thank you! +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I do admire those who speak English as well as their native tongue. I wish I could.

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by allzee on November 18th, 2009

@ allzee,So do I,we had a German exchange student back in the 70's live with us for her senior year of school,and she returned 3-4 years in a row for our family vacations,,she did quite well in her teen years,grasping the language.

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by mtndewman44 on November 18th, 2009

Spanish is growing pretty quick, and it is pretty big in the United States. I would make it English and Spanish. That's just me, though.

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by tastiger on November 18th, 2009

I'm surprised that someone who could read this would down rate it.

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by allzee on November 20th, 2009

Don't be surprised,the cowards can't make their point so they just dr and run:(

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by mtndewman44 on November 20th, 2009

Only a Simpleton would say something like that! Denying Freedom of Speech is the first step to Fascism. I can't stand the growing stupidity in this country. For your information, the English language is made up from many Languages; French, Greek, Latin, American Indian, Spanish, Russian, etc, etc. Just because you what to stay Ignorant, doesn't mean the rest of us have to suffer.

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by bruceleewatts on February 12th, 2010

I don't understand this bruce,you believe that everyone should speak,and write,and read all those languages?

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by mtndewman44 on February 13th, 2010

Interesting.. thanks! +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Good one, thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

sounds great! Too bad it is not gonna happen... anywhere!

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by VenusHalley on November 18th, 2009

good one, it does seem these guys spend more time talking about what the other guy will or won't do and not what they themselves plan to do.

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

By observation, I have concluded that currently the 5 rules for political success are :
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Trust no one
Suspect everyone
Admit nothing
Deny everything
And make counter accusations
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by Takei-Shihan on November 18th, 2009

Rules of war are the same as political success it seems

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

Good idea +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Agree on that - they ruin kid's psychology and lifes.. +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

thanks nanpak, that they do.

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by SoulSearcher on November 19th, 2009

It is legal silly. :)

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

No more laws = you are happy with the current laws? Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Tell it to the probabtion officer/Not me though

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by Sharona Life is a Tale Told by an Idiot on November 18th, 2009

LOL! Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I think that would be one of the hardest laws to keep +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Lol, yeah. It'd be impossible, but I can dream can't I? =P

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I always wanted to be a vigilante. How about Capital Punishment AND Vigilantes!? Double the punishment for bad guys.

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

that would be hilarious.

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Candy stores would probably be broke around elections ;D +4
"Vote for ... my son!", "Vote for ... if you love me!", "Vote for ... if you want present for your birthday/Christmas/New Year!" ;D

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Good plan to make all orphanages broke! I like it! +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Glad you do but someone sure didn't! LOL!!=D

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by buttkisses on November 18th, 2009

I can agree with the idea of having to get a certificate or something..only problem is many of the ones popping out kids left and right couldn't even get their GED, much less pass a class...Stupidity breeds stupidity..literally.

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by Occams Electric Razor on November 18th, 2009

I know! Sad isn't it! =Z What really gets me are the teens on AB asking if having a baby at 17,18,19 is a good idea!! GRRRR!

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by buttkisses on November 18th, 2009

Can't agree more +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I almost agree... if a bussiness does not permit children on the premesis the busness owner should have the right to allow smoking.

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by TAPriceCTR s son is wearing his COAT on November 18th, 2009

I agree, like give people a ticket or something, idk about in PUBLIC, but in front of kids, yes.

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by Rabid Octopus wears a COAT of life on November 18th, 2009

I find it humorous that someone who will smoke in a car with kids can have the gall to call spanking child abuse.

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by TAPriceCTR s son is wearing his COAT on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

But I'm not of virtue true =*(

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by quack is whack on November 18th, 2009

I think I can make an exception ;-)
Dirty girls are more fun anyway.

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by Fiddle Playing Creole Bastard on November 18th, 2009

http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3565056
http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8094365
Just thought you might also have some lol's

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by quack is whack on November 18th, 2009

Oh God, lolz were had too!

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by Fiddle Playing Creole Bastard on November 18th, 2009

LOL! Nice one! +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I will vote for you ;) +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Nice! They could clean and polish shoes for free for anyone ;D +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

that too! : D

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by CaptainHarley adores his life penguin on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

I agree

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by keiran on November 18th, 2009

Very good idea! +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

That would be a good law, thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

You must NOW? Maybe it's a typo, but sorry it is hilarious! From my experience many Americans would not pass the tests!

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by VenusHalley on November 18th, 2009

Good idea - you must know how to find where to eat (and what you order), etc. +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

It was a typo! It's fixed now! It's very annoying.. I work in the service industry and it's so annoying when people come in and don't speak English and then get mad at ME for not understanding what they're saying!! It should be a requirement before moving to this country! lol

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by rdoogz on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks for the points.

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 18th, 2009

your welcome...

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by Death Lord on November 18th, 2009

Yes you can but you have to define exactly what you mean by "stupidity" because different people understand different things for the same words. Thank you! +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Yes, very true! That's why I like HBO - no ads ;) +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thank you! +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009

Thanks +4

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by Anonymous on November 19th, 2009