Description : I was just listening to the famous Dr. Martin Luther King speech. Would you say his dream has been completely materialized since the day he made that wonderful speech?
Last Answer : I believe Dr. King would be pleased with the progress but disappointed that after so long, there is still so much bigotry and racism in America.
Description : What experience or epiphany have you had about your own sense of personal freedom?
Last Answer : I'd love to say I'm all tough and independent, but truth is for many years, I wanted to fit in and be accepted by people. Thing is I didn't care enough to make much of an effort, and therefore ... be. Fortunately, now I'm older and I don't seem to give two shits about this kinda stuff anymore.
Description : Citizen Rights... Individual Freedoms... In the past 50 years, are they increasing or decreasing?
Last Answer : answer:This has really changed so much because of the internet. We have so much access now to information and to freedom of speech, BUT, now, situations are occurring to curb the free flow of ... related Note: It takes a Brit National to make the point that Americans need to take note of.
Description : Do you ever feel like you're being held hostage by someone or something?
Last Answer : Only metaphorically, and I try to be aware of that thought pattern and get out of it.
Description : What do you think it will be like for North Koreans if the country is finally free from its dictator?
Last Answer : answer:Awful. Death, starvation, and so on. The problem is that N Korea has no tradition of creativity, independent thinking, initiative. The population simply hasn't been educated to solve problems. So ... years if N Korea loses Un, unless there is someone there who is both strong and enlightened.
Description : Why are certain truths hard for people to grasp or accept?
Last Answer : answer:Let us start with your first certain truth . There are some US made goods that cannot be made abroad simply because nobody else has the capabilities. Yes, they can make cars and electronics, but ... many certain truths are not so certain (or always true), so why should we accept them?
Description : Why do people feel entitled to other people's property?
Last Answer : answer:I'm not sure what you're talking about. Example? But in general, people have to pay taxes; it's a fact of life. Even if we got rid of welfare, social security, and medicaid, you would ... 've been in awhile? Isn't that what social and fiscal conservatives want? How much lower can they get?
Description : Did you hear that Kevin Strickland is now a millionaire?
Last Answer : Nothing will get his 43 years back but if people want to donate to sweeten his last years, I wouldn’t judge their actions.
Description : After years of parental conditioning, that cake is only for special occasions, when was the first time you realised that you could buy a whole cake anytime you wanted?
Last Answer : The minute I stepped out of a controlled-by-someone-else environment.
Description : What does Freedom mean to you?
Last Answer : Freedom is a human concept. It's actually a tough question. Realistically, freedom infers the ability to do whatever one wants, without any constraints, or consequences. America, is probably the closest thing to ... But, it really only gives freedom of speech, and religion. No one is really free.
Description : Which do you believe played the greater role in ending slavery in the United States; the moral argument or economic/business considerations?
Last Answer : The moral argument.
Description : What is the meaning of a riot nowadays?
Last Answer : A riot is a chance to showcase your inability to be responsible for you actions at the moment. For some these days it seems to be a career.
Description : What freedom do U.S citizens have, that other free countries citizens do not?
Last Answer : answer:They have indices that measure this. link Read their measuring methodology for details. Off the top of my head, hate speech is forbidden in a lot of countries including the ones you mentioned.
Description : When can a child be given freedom?
Last Answer : answer:It sounds as if your father comes from another cultural tradition than the US. I personally believe that girls absolutely own their own lives and destinies, and should choose their own paths. But your ... off contact for a while with my family. I would get my own job and apartment and life.
Description : Edward Snowden has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. What do you think about that?
Last Answer : answer:All for it. Controversial, sure. But no odder than giving the Peace prize to Obama in 2009. The way I see it, Snowden has done more for transparency and honesty in the last 8 months ... He has shown the hypocrisy and cravenness of countries all over the world. That should be worth rewarding.
Description : Why does an intentional superimposition of inferiority cause placation in the "inferior"?
Last Answer : For instance, short people don’t make lilliputian basketball leagues that are popular enough to be played in stadiums…
Description : Is America the freest country in the world?
Last Answer : I don’t see the US mentioned as #1 on any of those, so isn’t that a “No”?
Description : Is it ok for 2 fifteen year old girls to travel to a high school soccer game on the same bus with 40 teenage boys and two male coaches?
Last Answer : Why not offer to function as a chaperone? I’m sure the school would appreciate a volunteer.
Description : Do you think it would cheapen the respect given to the Congressional Medal of Honor if the wearers were allowed in national college and professional sporting events for free?
Last Answer : I think it is a wonderful sentiment. I do not think it would cheapen it.
Description : What do rights mean to you?
Last Answer : Cheese!
Description : Does the cutting off of service to Wikileaks by its NH service provider, EveryDNS, not go against the state's motto "Live Free Or Die" and the very core of American political philosophy?
Last Answer : It’s unfortunate, but if you want freedom of speech for your site, you need to go elsewhere than the USA to host your site…
Description : After 15 years of house arrest, what would you do on your first day of freedom?
Last Answer : I would walk. I would go out to the woods and walk for miles on hiking trails, just to enjoy finally being able to feel the freedom of outdoors. And the next day, I would get up and go to a ... . I would be reluctant to go back inside each day, so afraid to lose the freedom of the outdoors again.
Description : What was your Independence Day?
Last Answer : When I took up my sword and shield to oppose the advancing Napoleonic army.
Description : Can freedom be gained by giving up?
Last Answer : answer:Yes, but don't tell the venture capitalists that. Actually, you've (from your description) have taken a very Buddhist stance to the idea of objects. IMO, it's also the healthiest attitude towards ... . Get what you need and use it. Be happy with it. Everything else is just a distraction.
Description : What's a "Paid Protester"?
Last Answer : Somone who gets paid to protest.
Description : Now that Dragon has issued a voice to text application, can it be used to post on Fluther?
Last Answer : Here's how it works: You open the app. You press record. You talk. You press done. You wait for the trascription (which doesn't take long), and then you check it to make sure it's correct. ... ASAP even if you don't think you'll use it immediately. You will eventually want to use it for something.
Description : How are flutherites celebrating their fredom after the election?
Last Answer : I’m unemployed aka free from work lol
Description : Are there countries enjoying more freedom than the United States?
Last Answer : This depends on your definition of freedom. Different cultures value different aspects of freedom. This blog has an interesting perspective from an American in Sweden.
Description : Should the UN step in and hold new elections in Iran?
Last Answer : How exactly would this happen? It isn't like Iran has had a favorable-accommodating relationship with the UN already (can you say, nuclear inspectors?) Also, as much as I think the current Iranian ... that, so it doesn't seem feasible. Short of an invasion of Iran, this would never happen.
Description : Which was the worst state in the US during the time of slavery and segregation?
Last Answer : My guesses: Virginia, Georgia, or Mississippi.
Description : Are we really free in America?
Last Answer : I think we are as free as we can be and still be safe. We must realize law and order does not make us unfree. It make us civilized. Today to many people worry about peoples rights and feelings in an attempt to be politically correct. If anything I feel peoples freedoms inhibit other peoples freedoms
Description : In the locker room, at what point do you put your clothing on?
Last Answer : What’s wrong with naked?
Description : When you hear the term "Four wheeler", what kind of person comes to mind?
Last Answer : I couldn't have logged in fast enough to anwser this. okay, first let me say: it sucks that there will always be the people who go out and mess things up for those of us who actually give a ... . That is all that matters. Fifth: enjoy your passion. Hopefully others will catch on! hope I helped!
Description : Fears, Freedom, and Truth, do you have any recommendations?
Last Answer : Well, you’re gonna be hard pressed to find anything about freedom that doesn’t involve a political slant from the author/artist/producer/director.
Description : In regards to your kids / grandkids, are you more likely to back up school rules or tell the kids they can just disrgard a rule because it's stupid or whatever?
Last Answer : answer:Basic rule in @cookieman’s world: If you’re in somebody else’s “house” you follow their rules. Whether it’s school, grandparent’s, aunt’s, friend’s – whatever. Now, if I hear of a “rule” I really don’t agree with, I will speak with whiever’s in charge and decide if she should return there.
Description : Should I be giving presents to the kids I babysit?
Last Answer : I think that if you give to one child/family, you should give to both. Especially if you know that the kids will talk about what they received from you.
Description : How much should I charge to babysit kids?
Last Answer : Because you are just starting out, you need to have a lower babysitting rate than someone who is very experienced. However, I would not charge a flat rate. You should charge by the hour because ... fair to receive twenty dollars for babysitting for one hour and then the same amount for five hours.
Description : When you're at work, can you wear absolutely anything you want, or whatever you want within certain parameters (i.e. no jeans, no tank tops), or do you have to wear a uniform?
Last Answer : well i am currently unemployed, but at my last job i worked at a fireworks stand which was wonderful because we got to wear whatever, except that it was a bit hot sometimes but that was honestly the only downside
Description : If your children are perfectly well behaved and kind, and the come to stay with you a few weekends a month, is there any way to avoid spoiling them?
Last Answer : I think consistency is so important in parenting. And all the better if both parents maintain similar rules, even in divorce.Perhaps even more so in a divorce situation, (to establish security in children). Also to ... visit. Is it for pizza or fun, or is it for real dad time.That kind of thing.
Description : Are people genuinely better behaved and more considerate of one another at Christmas time?
Last Answer : Humbag back. No they are NOT at all. I’ve already been treated poorly twice today before noon. :(
Description : Does the bouncer have the right not to let me into a disco if I allegedly behaved badly last time?
Last Answer : Yes, if it was supposed to be for sure. Although what's wrong? Did you sniff the place of blowing your nose, did you spit in front of the owner or did you beat it up and was it necessary to renovate the premises? What's wrong with that?
Description : How does that author support the idea that kahlo behaved differently than other women during her time?
Last Answer : Fhfurufjuvuckekcjc
Description : How to eliminate bad behavior and Create the obedient, well-behaved pet of your dreams…?
Last Answer : Is this a good Training Practice in link attached with the question, So I may proceed with it?
Description : I think my friend is addicted to Xanax but she swears she is not because she isn't even taking her doc's recommended dosage, which is 3x per day. But sometimes she gets way stressed over her boyfriend and just ... ) and if so, how can I tell if she is addicted? We live across the US from each other.
Last Answer : Xanax is like that if she is taking it with another prscribed drug like zoloft then she may not need the Xanax until she's stressed. My husband takes both he doesn't need the Xanax until something triggers ... she's addicted. Some dr. Say to only take it when it is extreamly needed. Hope that helps.
Description : Would you charge more or less to babysit overnight?
Last Answer : You couldn’t pay me enough to even babysit!
Description : What is the proper age for a girl to babysit?
Last Answer : for six hours . its questionable. At that age, I would have had no problem babysitting for that amount of time, but I grew up with 7 siblings and babysat at home a lot. It all depends on ... good emergency contacts and there are some decent safety perameters laid down I'd say she should be alright.
Description : How to babysit for the first time, at a shop?
Last Answer : Are you looking for tips, activities or what to expect?
Description : How old does a person need to be to babysit a 3 year old?
Last Answer : It all depends on the 13 year old. I know 23 year olds I wouldn't leave kids with and 13 year olds I would. This is a very case by case question. I would think a 13 year old that has taken a ... babysit on a very short outing (maybe and hour) and then work your way up as you get a feel for her.
Description : When you hire a teenaged girl to babysit, who drives her home?
Last Answer : Yes. It’s a bit paranoid.
Description : How do I babysit 7 year old and 10 year old siblings?
Last Answer : Ask these reasonable questions of your neighbor. How old are you?