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DOMINO....8.11.06...........
Ever since it was first revealed that there was a conpiracy thwarted in the UK, the media has begun its dissection of the issue. I would like to blame Katie Couric for asking the dumb questions, but, she isn't on the air right now. So it is people like Chris Matthews and the like who are asking questions on the air and reporting what the terrorists did wrong to get them captured. Do we need to know this? Not really. And the reason I say that is because as we find out, so do the terrorist regimes. They don't have to do any spying anymore. They can just watch CNN for the information. Now, they know what they did wrong. It will make them stronger and better terrorists for future projects.
Friday, August 11, 2006
Is Ebay Biting the Dust???
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DOMINO....8.11.06...........
Ebay CEO Bill Cobb, in a move he calls "Resetting the Balance of the eBay Marketplace," isn't helping the sellers any. But surely helping himself to a bigger peice of the pie. Of course, there are veteran ebayers who will be leaving because of the increases, so if Cobb keeps going the direction he is going, he will make ebay an unprofitable place for anyone to want to sell at.
Effective Aug 22, ebay store listing ing fees will more than double per item. And he has increased the percentage he will take on the final amount due (with accounting the percentage the Paypal takes). It may be time for another company to get competitibe with ebay. Now is the time to strike.
DOMINO....8.11.06...........
Ebay CEO Bill Cobb, in a move he calls "Resetting the Balance of the eBay Marketplace," isn't helping the sellers any. But surely helping himself to a bigger peice of the pie. Of course, there are veteran ebayers who will be leaving because of the increases, so if Cobb keeps going the direction he is going, he will make ebay an unprofitable place for anyone to want to sell at.
Effective Aug 22, ebay store listing ing fees will more than double per item. And he has increased the percentage he will take on the final amount due (with accounting the percentage the Paypal takes). It may be time for another company to get competitibe with ebay. Now is the time to strike.
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Terrorism Strikes Terror
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DOMINO....8.10.06...........Today we hear of a plot discovered by British police in which terrorists were to load on planes in British Airways which were headed for the US. They would be carrying chemicals and the plan would be to blow up about ten planes. Today most airports have extra security and all passengers are surrendering there bottle of liquid (perfumes, water, etc) from their carry on bags. Is that a temporary solution or permanent one? Probably permanent. Terrorists have done what terrorists do: strike fear. People don't mind the incovenience if it means safety or security. Political agendas are won often based on fear. I am not saying it is not the right response to keep passengers from boarding with liquids, but I want to make it clear how fear rearranges the world. Terrorists know that. They enjoy the power.
DOMINO....8.10.06...........Today we hear of a plot discovered by British police in which terrorists were to load on planes in British Airways which were headed for the US. They would be carrying chemicals and the plan would be to blow up about ten planes. Today most airports have extra security and all passengers are surrendering there bottle of liquid (perfumes, water, etc) from their carry on bags. Is that a temporary solution or permanent one? Probably permanent. Terrorists have done what terrorists do: strike fear. People don't mind the incovenience if it means safety or security. Political agendas are won often based on fear. I am not saying it is not the right response to keep passengers from boarding with liquids, but I want to make it clear how fear rearranges the world. Terrorists know that. They enjoy the power.
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Sex Offender Pit Bull Registry in Overland Park
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DOMINO....8.09.06...........
A new ordinance banning Pit Bulls in Overland Park went into effect July 27. Those who failed to register their pit bull dog by that date face a fine, ranging from $200 to $1,000, and/or 30 days in jail. Registered pit bull dogs living in the city will not be affected by the ban, which was passed by the City Council Monday. However, any puppies born to registered pit bulls must be removed from the city within six weeks.
DOMINO....8.09.06...........
A new ordinance banning Pit Bulls in Overland Park went into effect July 27. Those who failed to register their pit bull dog by that date face a fine, ranging from $200 to $1,000, and/or 30 days in jail. Registered pit bull dogs living in the city will not be affected by the ban, which was passed by the City Council Monday. However, any puppies born to registered pit bulls must be removed from the city within six weeks.
Huffington's Fear Factor
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DOMINO....8.09.06...........
Arianna Huffington, in her column the day after Joe Lieberman's defeat in Connecticut, said "This is a spoiler alert!.........
I'm talking about Joe Lieberman's selfish, self-serving, spoiled-rotten attempt to undercut Ned Lamont's historic victory -- and, ultimately, Democrats' chances of retaking control of Congress in November." I think the truth of her emotionally charged rambling is in her concern about the Democrats retaking control of Congress. I do not see Liebermans loss as any indication of a dissatisfaction about the war in Iraq. Connecticut, after all, has closed primaries. So it could be an indication that Democrats don't like the war in Iraq. But we already knew that. And Lieberman's stand has been an indication of his dissatisfaction with the Democrats. And I think we already knew that. But Huffington goes on to say that a Lieberman run as an Indepedent would kick the "will of the Democratic voters to the curb." I think that make Lieberman viable. If the Democrats are so right, then what do they have to worry about. Hufffington's alarm suggest some fear and uncertainty.
DOMINO....8.09.06...........
Arianna Huffington, in her column the day after Joe Lieberman's defeat in Connecticut, said "This is a spoiler alert!.........
I'm talking about Joe Lieberman's selfish, self-serving, spoiled-rotten attempt to undercut Ned Lamont's historic victory -- and, ultimately, Democrats' chances of retaking control of Congress in November." I think the truth of her emotionally charged rambling is in her concern about the Democrats retaking control of Congress. I do not see Liebermans loss as any indication of a dissatisfaction about the war in Iraq. Connecticut, after all, has closed primaries. So it could be an indication that Democrats don't like the war in Iraq. But we already knew that. And Lieberman's stand has been an indication of his dissatisfaction with the Democrats. And I think we already knew that. But Huffington goes on to say that a Lieberman run as an Indepedent would kick the "will of the Democratic voters to the curb." I think that make Lieberman viable. If the Democrats are so right, then what do they have to worry about. Hufffington's alarm suggest some fear and uncertainty.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
President Joe Lieberman?
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DOMINO....8.08.06...........I do not think it is impossible. A long shot maybe. But not impossible. If Leiberman loses his Senate race today, which it appears he will, he has said he will run for president as an Independent. His campaign website says it will be up shortly Joe 2006. I actually hope he does run and depending on how the issues pan out...he may have my support. Clearly, the Democratic Party with its lack of direction cannot stand the likes of a candidate who appears to be honest, straightforward, and doesn't play the typical "politic" games that Democrats play so well. Now, if you are reading this and you are a Republican, do not pat yourself on the back because Republicans play the games also.
DOMINO....8.08.06...........I do not think it is impossible. A long shot maybe. But not impossible. If Leiberman loses his Senate race today, which it appears he will, he has said he will run for president as an Independent. His campaign website says it will be up shortly Joe 2006. I actually hope he does run and depending on how the issues pan out...he may have my support. Clearly, the Democratic Party with its lack of direction cannot stand the likes of a candidate who appears to be honest, straightforward, and doesn't play the typical "politic" games that Democrats play so well. Now, if you are reading this and you are a Republican, do not pat yourself on the back because Republicans play the games also.
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