BruceVC

http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/02/05/465681231/julian-assange-is-being-arbitrarily-held-un-group-says?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=storiesfromnpr So the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention ( who they by the way ) has made the disappointing ruling that Assange has been " has been "arbitrarily detained" by Sweden and the U.K., a UN panel has ruled, adding that Assange should be freed and compensated for his treatment." They don't seem to carry any legal authority to enforce this ruling but I reject this whole " arbitrarily detained " ...he chose to break the conditions of his bail and hide in the Ecudorian embassy...he can leave anytime he wants, he should..he should just go for a nice long walk

That he sincerely wants rape to be made legal. Okay but are you saying his whole " lets legalize rape " is just a facade because he is pushing another agenda? And what agenda is that one...is it his links to Islamic conservatism?

It's mind boggling just how many people don't get it or pretend to. As unpleasant as Roosh can be this is a ridiculous thing to treat like undisputed fact. Remind me what is the undisputed fact...I'm genuinely unsure of what you mean?

Its very immature to boo any political candidate..people must grow up and at least have the respect to allow people to debate and raise there points....unless there is booing of candidates like Trump, then its okay

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Thanks for sharing Conditions like ADHD are not any negative reflection on the parents and really can be treated once diagnosed. But if you feel this type of behavior is not uncommon in kids his age then its probably just a stage But I do think is also possible your wife despite her actual RL experience in dealing with peoples behavior may have a blind spot to your son and that would be perfectly understandable As I mentioned I am interested in what others think who have kids but just keep in the back of your mind you may dealing with something else that your son is grappling with...like some form of hyperactivity

Already done.Bruce is more then welcome to correct but I'm pretty sure he is not a social democrat. He's mentioned a few times that his ideal is "a mix of capitalism and socialism like the nordic countries" which from what I've been able to understand is Capitalism with a welfare state. That's social democrats, or at least what they do when they're in power. Well yes in an ideal world I think the Nordic countries offer the best balance of socialism and Capitalism for any government But can a system like that be realistically implemented in a place like the USA? I doubt it as most Republicans are opposed to the concept of " big government interference" ....so even though I support the Nordic system of government it can't be implemented everywhere The Nordic model does not work in the US for the reason of it being Nordic, as in it is a natural extension of the mindset in the countries there. As in it is taboo show off your riches; when making important decisions you always discuss it with your teammates before reaching final decision, uncontrollable joy is only acceptable when being drunk and it's important to feel shame on others behalf so that they can be really ashamed of themselves. None of those traits exist in the US or even remotely exemplify the american way of life, and that's why you cannot just insert the same kind of system there and expect the same results, because you won't. Interesting assessment

Good read, once again it becomes the womens problem...." you want to avoid Zika, don't fall pregnant " And the men are left alone to just have sex when they want and with who they want

Already done.Bruce is more then welcome to correct but I'm pretty sure he is not a social democrat. He's mentioned a few times that his ideal is "a mix of capitalism and socialism like the nordic countries" which from what I've been able to understand is Capitalism with a welfare state. That's social democrats, or at least what they do when they're in power. Well yes in an ideal world I think the Nordic countries offer the best balance of socialism and Capitalism for any government But can a system like that be realistically implemented in a place like the USA? I doubt it as most Republicans are opposed to the concept of " big government interference" ....so even though I support the Nordic system of government it can't be implemented everywhere

That's good news, nice one I am a believer in finding the right combination of medication, if required, to address these levels of frustration and general mental anxiety you are experiencing so I hope the positive results continue But I have to be honest your issue I really don't think is the way you deal with your son but rather your sons recalcitrant and uncontrollable behavior. It would be nice if others with kids commented but your son may have something like ADHD which would explain why he is completely undisciplined and doesn't appear to listen to adult authority. I had a similar condition when I was young ....maybe Hurlshot will give his opinion as he works with kids and is very knowledgeable but I don't think your sons behavior is normal at all? Has your son had any therapy to understand why he keeps disrupting your household in the way he does?

" should be openly challenged and criticised like his own backwards, rapist, patriarchal ideology " that made me laugh

Oh I see this opinion is also 1 year old...so its outdated anyway

This must be one of the MOST offensive and idiotic articles I have ever read He is clearly a sexist as he uses words like "by an overweight feminist " ( so he sets the tone already for his opinion of feminists..why not just say feminist ) He blames the victim which is just pathetic...see below " If rape becomes legal under my proposal, a girl will protect her body in the same manner that she protects her purse and smartphone. If rape becomes legal, a girl will not enter an impaired state of mind where she can’t resist being dragged off to a bedroom with a man who she is unsure of—she’ll scream, yell, or kick at his attempt while bystanders are still around " So now its the women's fault to ensure " she screams loud enough " and heaven forbid her senses are impaired then its her fault because rape is legal !!!! Now people concerned about the prolific cases of rape need to realize " Such a change will provide a mature jolt to American women who have been babied for too long, who are protected and coddled as if they have no agency or intellect of their own " Yes his final point summarizes his appalling lack of empathy and insight ...its like he is suggesting women get drunk on purpose just so they can get raped and then have poor innocent rapists jailed " Let’s make rape legal. Less women will be raped because they won’t voluntarily drug themselves with booze and follow a strange man into a bedroom, and less men will be unfairly jailed for what was anything but a maniacal alley rape. Until then, this devastating rape culture will continue, and women who we treat as children will continue to act like children "

Bruce, have you been huffing paint? http://www.americanbanker.com/gallery/fine-predicament-bank-penalties-settlements-in-2015-so-far-1074827-1.html No I'm at work and I am perfectly lucid There have been numerous fines imposed globally on various banks and investment firms. You can't expect the likes of JP Morgan or Barclay's to now close down because of financial irregularity committed by some of there staff....lets be reasonable and not "throw the baby out with the bath water " The link I have provided should tell you just some of the overall penalties imposed

Guys as much as I like Sanders his populist views around restructuring and reforming big business and the financial sector in the USA concern me immensely.... Lets not mess with a core foundation of the USA economy. Wall Street is self-regulating and is already highly scrutinized and punished if necessary by institutions like SEC We shouldn't want more government interference in this sector

Another way the virus can spread is someone travels from a Zika country and he has the virus, he could have sex with someone who now becomes infected.Then mosquitoes feed on either of them and then previously uninfected mosquitoes spread it further http://edition.cnn.com/2016/02/02/health/zika-virus-sexual-contact-texas/

Very interesting, what do you think it means? I think its just a collection of your thoughts in your conscious and subconscious mind and not to be taken seriously...like all dreams they can resonate with us on certain levels but I am confidant you will be fine

Thats hectic...lucky they didn't kick your door down...imagine what they would have discovered

As long as you learnt something new thats all that matters

I don't particularly like Cruz, he is too calculating and panders to that extreme conservative view that will harm the USA in the long term but I like Trump even less. I'm very glad Cruz beat him in Iowa as Trump needs some lessons in humility. And I'm surprised how well Rubio did, I have watched some interviews with him and I consider him the most reasonable Republican candidate out of the 3 So if I had to chose one of the 3 for the Republican nominations it would be Rubio And well done Sanders for running a very successful campaign, and it has been very close, but a Clinton victory obviously is ideal for me

Gromnir thats quite a depressing (excuse the pun ) view of anti-depressants.....I only hope other people have a more positive view of them

That isn't necessary the wisest thing to do. http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/police-say-13-year-old-girl-was-not-kidnapped-and-raped-by-asylum-seekers-in-berlin-a6823836.html http://www.nytimes.com/2016/01/29/world/europe/russia-dismisses-german-claims-of-exploiting-teen-rape-case.html http://edition.cnn.com/2016/01/27/europe/russia-germany-berlin-rape/ http://news.yahoo.com/raped-german-russian-teen-spent-night-friends-house-142011798.html http://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/jan/31/teenage-girl-made-up-migrant-claim-that-caused-uproar-in-germany I can't claim that I know what happened but whole case is now pawn of political games and actual facts are impossible to get and things aren't helped by news papers trying sell copies. Very interesting post, nice one I have said this before but you have a excellent habit of posting relevant links when you make your points

Why is this such a terrible thing? A rape can be a very traumatic experience that requires psychiatric help, its not a punishment And I cant read German so I'm assuming what you say is true

Sarcasm much? Geez Bruce, just stop. You don't have to chime in on everything. No I don't have to respond to everything, but I can respond to statements I don't agree with But thanks for explaining to me how a forum works ( yes thats sarcasm )

Sarcasm much?