Danderman123

So, you are saying that reality doesn't matter, all that matters is spin. It sounds like the plan is to lie about the economy and hope the voters believe the lies.

Possibly, because Biden may be so far ahead in the polls by then.

I normally use AWG 8 ground wire, with a 2 meter ground rod.

Mental deterioration of a major presidential candidate is not hilarious. Trump will find a way to avoid the presidential debates this time around.

And yet, the Stratosphere continues to cool. Why is that?

Does anyone here disagree with the simple fact that CO2 traps heat in the lower atmosphere?

That would be me. I would leave the country. Wait. I already did.

@illisdean likes to make unfounded accusations. Facts don't seem relevant to him. The U.S. Is Reaping the Benefits of Low Unemployment To the point that he doesn't even see data that conflicts with his world view. It's called "cognitive dissonance".

Here are 23 of Joe Biden’s Greatest Accomplishments as President 1. Passed the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package to increase investment in the national network of bridges and roads, airports, public transport and national broadband internet, as well as waterways and energy systems. 2. Helped get more than 500 million life-saving COVID-19 vaccinations in the arms of Americans through the American Rescue Plan. 3. Stopped a 30-year streak of federal inaction on gun violence by signing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act that created enhanced background checks, closed the “boyfriend” loophole, and provided funds for youth mental health. 4. Made a $369 billion investment in climate change, the largest in American history, through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. 5. Ended the longest war in American history by pulling the troops out of Afghanistan. 6. Provided $10,000 to $20,000 in college debt relief to Americans with loans who make under $125,000 a year. This was struck down but the Supreme Court, however, the administration has announced a new plan to forgive billions in loans that were qualified under special programs but not done due to DOE mismanagement in previous years. Read the article above) 7. Cut child poverty in half through the American Rescue Plan. 8. Capped prescription drug prices at $2,000 per year for seniors on Medicare through the Inflation Reduction Act. 9. Passed the COVID-19 relief deal that provided payments of up to $1,400 to many struggling U.S. citizens while supporting renters and increasing unemployment benefits. 10. Achieved historically low unemployment rates after the pandemic caused them to skyrocket. 11. Imposed a 15% minimum corporate tax on some of the largest corporations in the country, ensuring that they pay their fair share, as part of the historic Inflation Reduction Act. 12. Recommitted America to the global fight against climate change by rejoining the Paris Agreement. 13. Strengthened the NATO alliance in support of Ukraine after the Russian invasion by endorsing the inclusion of world military powers Sweden and Finland. 14. Authorized the assassination of the Al Qaeda terrorist Ayman al-Zawahiri, who became head of the organization after the death of Osama bin Laden. 15. Gave Medicare the power to negotiate prescription drug prices through the Inflation Reduction Act while also reducing government health spending. 16. Held Vladimir Putin accountable for his invasion of Ukraine by imposing stiff economic sanctions. 17. Boosted the budget of the Internal Revenue Service by nearly $80 billion to reduce tax evasion and increase revenue. 18. Created more jobs in one year (6.6 million) than any other president in U.S. history. 19. Reduced healthcare premiums under the Affordable Care Act by $800 a year as part of the American Rescue Plan. 20. Signed the PACT Act to address service members’ exposure to burn pits and other toxins. 21. Signed the CHIPS and Science Act to strengthen American manufacturing and innovation. 22. Reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act through 2027. 23. Halted all federal executions after the previous administration reinstated them after a 17-year freeze

Your talking points are out of date. USA US Lawmakers Back in Session, Working on Border Security, Ukraine Aid

What is the lesson that you wish to others from your experience? Get a "better" visa? Stay away from Thailand? What's the takeaway?

The only problem I ever had was at Suvarnabhumi, where an immigration officer noticed that my retirement visa was issued by an office outside my home province. I live in Chonburi, the visa was issued in Roi Et. That was a problem for a few minutes.

Please confine debates about Gaza in the appropriate section.

US unemployment surges to a Depression-era level of 14.7% I am sure you have happy memories of the Trump Administration. Coronavirus: Body-bag stocks 'in danger of running out' Good times.

That *was* humor!

Unfortunately for members of the Cult of the Orange Jesus, they have not been issued talking points about this trial that cover all of the legal issues. So, they can re-cycle what they have: No one has ever been prosecuted for this before. Nobody lost money. but they can't deal with the real issues: Why were the books fraudulent? Why did Trump induce the banks and insurers to accept significant unknown risk exposure? What's the monetary compensation for that undisclosed risk exposure? There aren't any talking points for these questions, so the responses should be entertaining. Or zero.

Because the existence of winter disproves the Global Warming hypothesis.

Global average sea level has risen 8–9 inches (21–24 centimeters) since 1880. In 2022, global average sea level set a new record high—101.2 mm (4 inches) above 1993 levels. The rate of global sea level rise is accelerating: it has more than doubled from 0.06 inches (1.4 millimeters) per year throughout most of the twentieth century to 0.14 inches (3.6 millimeters) per year from 2006–2015.

I was alluding to personal income tax rates, but I'll take the 52% corporate tax rate.

We all know that Trump is going to have to pay. Even you know that. So, what's your point?

This is like explaining colors to a blind man. Risk exposure is a thing in business. Lying about risk is punishable. Banks are risk-averse. If the risk is too great, they won't lend. Yes, a Ponzi scheme is a form of asset valuation fraud, the most extreme type. If the authorities detect a Ponzi scheme, they will shut it down before anyone has lost money. Your position is that asset valuation fraud is no big deal. Not because you know anything about it, but only because your Orange Jesus is accused of it. Bad public policy.

The judge has already made an initial determination of asset valuation fraud.

Simple question: if a Ponzi scheme is detected before anyone loses money, is it criminal?

Let me try this a different way. A friend asks to borrow money. He hands you the Chanote to his house as collateral. You lend him the money, and he pays you back. Later you find out the Chanote wasn't real. Are you okay with that?

There are posts here that indicate that some people here have no clue how business works. Let's say you have a marginal business, and you need a cash infusion. Your books show your company is marginal. So, you fake the numbers, make your company out to be great, get loans, and are able to pay back the loans. Even if your company pays back the loans, you still have committed asset valuation fraud. This is a major legal principle. Any questions?