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Not in all cases - hence the .pdf format as the source for answering the question properly.

You've replied to a 14 year old thread. How to qualify for ratings and awards is available in .pdf format: https://www.uspa.org/rating-holders-and-s-tas/sim-irm

I can tell you this, Ken 34 Felony convictions - if it were you and I - would we be looking at the slap on the wrist you presented? No one is above the law - AND the higher up the more you should be an example. 5 years in the pokey for each count. I rest my case. I've had enough of people in power not leading by example - so let's make them an example.

I have to disagree, Jerry. That only extends the division - It is a shameful day for all Americans - not matter what your affiliation.

You're going to make it my fault that you won't send vote vets $250? Do it because you believe in it, but don't make me a mechanism in this. But keep in mind your $250 had an effect on one person. That $250 could have an effect on many, many in the direction that you're trying to go.

Trump guilty. How's that art of the deal working for you now?

~37% of America from both sides of the aisle are moderates. That's not counting the number of Independents - which of itself is a moderate position. One need not jump parties every time the wind blows. I'm comfortable being a moderate Republican. I'm not changing parties cause Joe said so, no more than I would expect you to change. We have a different opinion on how the goals should be reached, but that does not make you or I bad people. I remain firm that I will not vote for either Trump or Biden. That works to your advantage - somewhat. You don't have to agree, disagree or even understand - because my freedom to choose is the same as yours.

Not true. Those issues don't allow one to copy the link to begin with. He would have to type out the text. The issue here is he's not willing to work thru the steps to resolution.

There are several known issues that can result in not being able to copy/paste links. Gotta work through them starting with trying a different browser, updates, clearing cache's, clearing HD space, etc.

Then copy/paste the whole article; not just the part that supports your position. Change browsers.

Anytime you do not cite your source; I know to go look it up. https://insideevs.com/news/716457/mercedes-electric-car-sales-2024q1/#:~:text=Mercedes-Benz Cars global plug,%) and 19.5% market share

You can reach General Mattis at: (202) 863-7200

You know how eating pussy and being the Pope are similar? One slip of the tongue and you're in deep shit.

Mattis, along with all other living former secretaries of defense, ten in total, published a Washington Post op-ed piece in January 2021 telling President Trump not to involve the military in determining the outcome of the 2020 elections.

“What can I add that has not already been said?” Kelly said, when asked if he wanted to weigh in on his former boss in light of recent comments made by other former Trump officials. “A person that thinks those who defend their country in uniform, or are shot down or seriously wounded in combat, or spend years being tortured as POWs are all ‘suckers’ because ‘there is nothing in it for them.’ A person that did not want to be seen in the presence of military amputees because ‘it doesn’t look good for me.’ A person who demonstrated open contempt for a Gold Star family – for all Gold Star families – on TV during the 2016 campaign, and rants that our most precious heroes who gave their lives in America’s defense are ‘losers’ and wouldn’t visit their graves in France. “A person who is not truthful regarding his position on the protection of unborn life, on women, on minorities, on evangelical Christians, on Jews, on working men and women,” Kelly continued. “A person that has no idea what America stands for and has no idea what America is all about. A person who cavalierly suggests that a selfless warrior who has served his country for 40 years in peacetime and war should lose his life for treason – in expectation that someone will take action. A person who admires autocrats and murderous dictators. A person that has nothing but contempt for our democratic institutions, our Constitution, and the rule of law. “There is nothing more that can be said,” Kelly concluded. “God help us.” https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/02/politics/john-kelly-donald-trump-us-service-members-veterans/index.html#:~:text=John Kelly%2C the longest-serving,an exclusive statement to CNN. While one may criticize the source. One cannot criticize Kelly's military career or the discipline he tried to bring to the White House.

Perfect. Totally Agree.

Thanks, Bill. Me too. Always a difficult day.

Evening all, First, I have not lied - just because some don't agree with my opinion does not make me a liar. I stand by my opinion that all stereotyping is wrong. I need to step away for a couple of days. Tomorrow is Memorial Day and I usually go to the national cemetery. While tomorrow is a day at the beach, or lake, or DZ for most - please take a moment to remember the men and women of this country who gave all. Peace

You should really think before you write.

How do you explain black Republicans?

You forgot the "s." That's what categorizes the insult for all. You did not. Notice the "s." But, many of your affiliation do.

What I said was the justification/rationale/reasoning for stereotyping is the same. When you make general categorizations about an entire group based on a few - that is stereotyping. I do not/will not lump all Democrats as Communists/Marxists, because it is an unfair association.

That's it in a nutshell. Thank you.

C'mon, Bill. We're talking about the reasoning for stereotyping. Anyone else stereotypes - you'd bounce them.

I'm talking about the hypocrisy of chastising those who stereotype and those who think that it's OK - as long as it's them. Just like this.