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Probably because they haven't jumped to a conclusion yet about motive. Oh ya, like when the abortion Dr was shot. I think the motive is pretty obvious in those cases. Not obvious at all in this one. Suspect is in custody so they are probably determining what to charge him or her with and wrapping up their paperwork. Seems like the local loe have made quick work of it.
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I remember where I was - what I was feeling I remember the sense of community in the following days I remember how we came together I remember the sacrifices made I won't forget
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This would only make sense if military people were not allowed to marry, but could be civil union-ed. There is no difference. Do you honestly believe there are not "marriages of convenience" in today's military?
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It feels like I have been saying it for forever. I also agree with Rehmwa regarding the amount of rights given to a couple vs. an individual. As a heterosexual in a nine-year monogamous relationship, there is a ton of pressure both socially and lawfully to marry all the time. It really upsets me, as the only reason I see a need for it is medically. Still, we have wills and living wills. I keep meaning to look into whether or not my hunny's family could override anything we have decided and put to legal paper in that regard. The will doesn't do anything for you in regards to medical decisions. I believe you need a power of attorney for that. Not being married does make things a lot more complicated.
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There wouldn't be any "taking that away." They can have a religious marriage ceremony too. Nothing is taken away. The right of churches to marry who they wish is preserved. . . . with the exception that every one would know that it is just symantics. Saying someone is "race intollerant" doesn't make them less of a racist, and calling something a "Civil Union" doesn't make it less than a marriage. Do you think that the people involved will be confined to say "We are Unionized" or "I am 'unioned' to So and So"? No - they will say that they are married. Then take into consideration, how exactly would you prevent bigamy and polygamy if you legally justify that there should be no rules as to who or what you can marry? I agree with this. Nightingale makes a good argument, but in the end I think it will be even harder if we try to marginalize marriage into civil unions. I think it will be easier to prevent discrimination in marriage.
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Really? I have a marriage certificate, not a certificate of civil union. did you miss the point of Kris's post? you just highlighted her issue - people being obstinate because of semantics I believe that it would damage if not destroy the meaning behind the document that people already have. Edited for clarity. I have a marriage certificate. I am an athiest, as is my wife. We were married by an elvis impersonator wearing a catholic priest outfit at a hotel in Vegas. I guess I have destroyed the meaning behind your marriage certificate. You're welcome. I am glad you take joy in this. It says alot about your character.
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Isn't that exactly how it works now, except with a marriage certificate instead of a civil union license? Yes, but a court officer would legalize the union, not a church official. A church official would perform a marriage ceremony if the couple wished to have one and the church agreed. If people want their church official to sign off on their union as they sometimes do now, I don't see what purpose will be served to take that away in order to level the field, so to speak.
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It would remove the tidy pc package they wrap their homophobia in.
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Isn't that exactly how it works now, except with a marriage certificate instead of a civil union license?
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Really? I have a marriage certificate, not a certificate of civil union. did you miss the point of Kris's post? you just highlighted her issue - people being obstinate because of semantics I believe that it would damage if not destroy the meaning behind the document that people already have. Edited for clarity. I have a marriage certificate. I am an athiest, as is my wife. We were married by an elvis impersonator wearing a catholic priest outfit at a hotel in Vegas. I guess I have destroyed the meaning behind your marriage certificate. You're welcome.
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Really? I have a marriage certificate, not a certificate of civil union.
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ttt This is so bad that Denver is hazy this morning. Hope everyone is ok.
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why Thank You What a disgusting thing to be proud of. Ridiculously stupid comments require ridiculously stupid replies. Sorry that is too complex to you to see Or understand "You're about to spin right off this planet. That's what I love about you." - Ari Gold
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Only so much in that it's nearly impossible to debunk the amount of bullshit coming from the fear mongers. That is, however, the tactic they've decided to use; flood the marketplace of ideas with bullshit based on fear and a real conversation will never have to happen. I give the assholes in corporate suits points for doing it so well that another 18,000 to 22,000 Americans this year will die from lack of healthcare. Bravo greedy fuckers of the world. why Thank You What a disgusting thing to be proud of.
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http://www.colorbomb.com/index.php Trevor is also a skydiver, so lots of jumpers in sd have his work on them.
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There just aren't a thousand more like him.
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http://cbs4denver.com/local/Dietz.highway.santa.2.1133601.html
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Am I alone in thinking that this is purely financially motivated?
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I'm talking about a complete privatization of education. I can't remember it ever being an issue of actually serious discussion ie: a candidate that has it as part of his/her platform and actually wants to institute it.
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With all the talk about expanding healthcare, I wonder why privatizing education never comes up? I think healthcare and education are probably somewhat equal on the ladder of societal needs for us at this point. So why do we never hear calls to privatize education from the crowd that is against expanding healthcare?
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Your Opinion: History's Greatest Military Commander?
JohnnyD replied to masterblaster72's topic in Speakers Corner
I give you Guy Gabaldon. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Gabaldon -
I SERIOUSLY hope not. That's a very interesting thread and really made me think.
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Whiny ass old bastard who's having trouble getting the parts on his Harley? PMSing and thought he was on Twitter? Found a bottle of Clay's rum but no sheep?
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Nick has some very good thoughts and contributions and experiences to share. Don't put the hammer on him.
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Beware! More than one person has had serious problems at work over what they have posted here. First off, this forum is not accessible at my workplace - and rightly so. I also think Facebook should be banned. IMO, people are paid to *work*. Obviously, for some jobs it may be perfectly fine to pass the time this way, but I don't think anyone in our entire building can claim this is the case except possibly the night security guard. As for getting in trouble for putting something on here.. Well, let's just say my boss would probably find my above comment funny, since I sent him the link to this "facebook post" & said - "does that mean you're gonna fire me too?!!" Its not just the people you work with. Just sayin.