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Obama doesn't have any power, remember all his promises? Before he walked into office? Just like EVERY other president, excluding Bush, Who make these wonderful promises that never happen? He's only a liar because they won't allow him to do what he wants. As far as executive orders, who do you think orders them?
Originally posted by wildtimes
reply to post by faust833
It's not Obama's fault. I'm sure that when Obama strolled his way into office, he was greeted with warm welcome arms. The President wields very little power, he is simply a spokesperson for the Real President. Just read the quotes of past presidents.
I used to think like that, too.
Obama has the 'power' to issue Exec Orders, to refuse to sign laws, to ORDER DRONE ATTACKS...and it IS his fault that HE LIED. It is HIS FAULT that he wanted to be President (only a fool would even consider it, in my opinion) - and HIS FAULT that he's a piss-poor leader.
I thought his second term would be an improvement. Instead, his entire presidency is a disaster. I voted for him, twice, and I'm VERY ANGRY about being betrayed.
Obama MAY BE a tool, but he's willingly doing what he's doing. "Stepping down" happens all over the world, all the time. His time is coming.
Good post!!!! I must give you a star for that one.
Originally posted by Damian65
reply to post by wildtimes
The world knows we tortured people. It's only here at home that they continue to try and sell the propaganda of "enhanced interrogation techniques". Abu Graib...Gitmo... not only that, but 23 hours a day of solitary confinement IS torture in the minds of many (Manning treatment).
On top of that, we keep threatening to "sanction" this country and that if they offer Snowden support. Pretty soon, we will isolate ourselves and the world will continue to do business without us. Stupid, empty, threats.
We are like the kid standing in an empty playground shouting "my bat, my ball, my rules!....why won't anyone play with me anymore?"
Originally posted by JohnPhoenix
reply to post by wildtimes
How many times has Holder been caught lying through his teeth.. I wouldn't trust this sub-human scum if he said the sky was blue. Interesting how an ex enemy has more morals and scruples than our American leaders.
Originally posted by wildtimes
reply to post by faust833
It's not Obama's fault. I'm sure that when Obama strolled his way into office, he was greeted with warm welcome arms. The President wields very little power, he is simply a spokesperson for the Real President. Just read the quotes of past presidents.
I used to think like that, too.
Obama has the 'power' to issue Exec Orders, to refuse to sign laws, to ORDER DRONE ATTACKS...and it IS his fault that HE LIED. It is HIS FAULT that he wanted to be President (only a fool would even consider it, in my opinion) - and HIS FAULT that he's a piss-poor leader.
I thought his second term would be an improvement. Instead, his entire presidency is a disaster. I voted for him, twice, and I'm VERY ANGRY about being betrayed.
Obama MAY BE a tool, but he's willingly doing what he's doing. "Stepping down" happens all over the world, all the time. His time is coming.
Originally posted by jam321
Holder never gave his definition of what he considers torture.
Eventually, the US will get their hands on Snowden IMO.
Peace
I couldn't agree with you more, solitary confinement is one of the most torturous, Inhumane tactics you could ever use on someone. It's worse then physical torture, yet we do it to prisoners which just makes them that much more dangerous & crazy. People think that just because it's not physical, it's not torture. Solitary Confinement is not rehabilitation! Ok, I'm done with my rant.
Originally posted by Damian65
reply to post by wildtimes
The world knows we tortured people. It's only here at home that they continue to try and sell the propaganda of "enhanced interrogation techniques". Abu Graib...Gitmo... not only that, but 23 hours a day of solitary confinement IS torture in the minds of many (Manning treatment)
It's a known fact that the elections are rigged. I know it's a lot to take in but many of these conspiracies are true. It's now unfolding before our eyes. I'd say that if the elections were not rigged, Ron Paul may have been our president. If Ron Paul was President we wouldn't have all these mickey mouse bozos running around lying, cheating, stealing and acting like clowns.
Originally posted by amkia
You see.
What these idiots say or do representing the AMERICAN thoughts, heart and mind, whether you like it or not this is how the rest of the world perceiving the Americans. To us (in general) they are your voted trusties in congress/senate up to the POTUS & Co.!
Originally posted by MDDoxs
I am not sure how much faith I would put in that statement.
Its almost like a Lion saying come closer, I'm not going to eat you.
I would not move from the airport.
This really has me thinking about Snowden's dwindling options. Will this go on so long that people start to forget about it and Snowden becomes "The man trapped in an airport".
Originally posted by crazyewok
Originally posted by tothetenthpower
reply to post by wildtimes
— "Mr. Snowden will not be tortured. Torture is unlawful in the United States
Yeah, sure.
He'll just be interrogated with 'enhanced' methods.
~Tenth
Well Duh everyone knows water boarding, sleep deprivation and being restrained in uncomfortable positions is not toture
/Sarcasm