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Healthcare is a relatively complex service with several components. The first, obviously, is quality of care. Another is swift access to care. Another is efficient and respectful administration of these services. The private sector, even driven by consumer pressures can barely manage to deliver the first two components of care across the board. For America to expect its government to provide the same level of service of...anything...is laughable. But the complex demands of healthcare are simply beyond the government's abilities.
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— Johnny (Joey) Jones (@Johnny_Joey) May 9, 2018
After a 5hr wait I was turned away form @AtlantaVAMC at 2:30am this morning without treatment or explaination. Here’s what happened..
Coming up on @FOX5Atlanta: A brawl breaks out between adults at a cornhole fundraiser benefiting high school students in Douglas County. The Chamber's 7th Annual Event ended with punches thrown and t-shirts ripped off. What caused the fight? That's coming up @ 10. @PhotoZorn_FOX5 pic.twitter.com/pdlGcYIIDZ
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Apparently some rapists are more equal than others... Monica Lewinsky disinvited to an event on 'social change' after Bill Clinton accepted invitation.
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meh, they are not going to drop this crap, wsj, going to the dogs
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Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook said were purchased by a pro-Kremlin group, the Internet Research Agency.
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Newly released documents show how Russian propagandists on Facebook grew increasingly sophisticated and inflammatory in their tactics over two years as they worked to sow discord in the U.S. before and after the 2016 presidential election.
Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook said were purchased by a pro-Kremlin group, the Internet Research Agency.
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Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 10:53 AM (fceHP)
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St
Posted by: CSMBigBird at May 10, 2018 10:54 AM (jsWA8)
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 10:54 AM (lKs2v)
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 10:56 AM (hyuyC)
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You come after my cornhole there WILL be a fight.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 10:56 AM (Z5y53)
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Nope, not going to Kansas
Posted by: CSMBigBird at May 10, 2018 10:57 AM (jsWA8)
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Kansas City here I come!
Posted by: Shep at May 10, 2018 10:57 AM (xBSm0)
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I thought the VA was supposed to be the shining example of the proper way to run socialized medicine?
Isn't that was Uncle Bernie said?
I thought the VA was supposed to be the shining example of the proper way to run socialized medicine?
Isn't that was Uncle Bernie said?
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at May 10, 2018 10:58 AM (IqV8l)
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Kansas City, MISSOURI is a Democratic Party sh**hole (in some parts of town) overrun with criminals and faggots. Mostly criminals.
And some good people trying to overcome the stupid environment of Democratic control.
And some good people trying to overcome the stupid environment of Democratic control.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 10:59 AM (hyuyC)
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Was that the subject of the book "What's The Matter With Kansas?"
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at May 10, 2018 10:59 AM (IqV8l)
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Mornin'!
Posted by: Hawkpilot at May 10, 2018 11:00 AM (p6e8W)
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Would expect nothing less from a bunch of Kansas City fa***ts.
Posted by: Mikey NTH - Derision, Spite, & Kumquats on Sale at the Outrage Outlet! at May 10, 2018 11:00 AM (hLRSq)
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Bertram Cabot, Jr.
No. It's that Kansas did not appreciate and venerate the Left like they wanted.
Reality has a way of teaching you what works in Kansas.
No. It's that Kansas did not appreciate and venerate the Left like they wanted.
Reality has a way of teaching you what works in Kansas.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:00 AM (hyuyC)
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They got some crazy little women there.
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (IqV8l)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (nBr1j)
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Stomped:
I hope he keeps talking, getting all this off his chest. He's obviously been dying (no pun intended) to say this stuff. McCain is leaving this world in the McCainiest manner possible. May help people put his legacy in perspective.
I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
I hope he keeps talking, getting all this off his chest. He's obviously been dying (no pun intended) to say this stuff. McCain is leaving this world in the McCainiest manner possible. May help people put his legacy in perspective.
I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (lGrs1)
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (vcOmj)
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"Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook said were purchased by a pro-Kremlin group, the Internet Research Agency."
I don't think I've ever seen a Facebook ad.
I don't think I've ever seen a Facebook ad.
Posted by: Mikey NTH - Derision, Spite, & Kumquats on Sale at the Outrage Outlet! at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (hLRSq)
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:02 AM (8XRCm)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker
It wasn't in Kansas City, was it?
Posted by: Northernlurker
It wasn't in Kansas City, was it?
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 11:02 AM (vcOmj)
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That sign was probably approved on the Missouri side.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (lGrs1)
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Does Shep live in Kansas?
Posted by: Marcus T, Rockin on the mic at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (VpIIl)
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Close them all. Close the VA. Create an insurance scheme that will provide the same cost of care but in the private sector, or even easier, just write big checks to United Healthcare or Aetna or whomever.... Then sell the buildings and the land and fire every single employee.
I don't know. Making it private, yes. And force accountability and a merit-based system.
My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
Someone else I know, although younger, felt the same way.
I seeing, after Trump, and other uphill battles in life, that things can change is the will is there. Trump has been working on the VA, and it's only just begun. I think our Vets are special and deserve that extra amount of care (not just health) but in respect and camaraderie.
Many are allowed to go outside the system now, which is good, but I hope they can fix this. I've been living in VA in the past year or two, and there are many good doctors and nurses. I think it boils down to Big Gov facility, no merit based system, impossible to get fired, and the leadership.
I don't know. Making it private, yes. And force accountability and a merit-based system.
My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
Someone else I know, although younger, felt the same way.
I seeing, after Trump, and other uphill battles in life, that things can change is the will is there. Trump has been working on the VA, and it's only just begun. I think our Vets are special and deserve that extra amount of care (not just health) but in respect and camaraderie.
Many are allowed to go outside the system now, which is good, but I hope they can fix this. I've been living in VA in the past year or two, and there are many good doctors and nurses. I think it boils down to Big Gov facility, no merit based system, impossible to get fired, and the leadership.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (fceHP)
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (2GjZZ)
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Kansas City is in Missouri.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:02 AM (8XRCm)
Oh, right. Next you are going to tell us Missouri City is in Kansas.
Pull the other one.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:02 AM (8XRCm)
Oh, right. Next you are going to tell us Missouri City is in Kansas.
Pull the other one.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (Z5y53)
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There is a huge VA in my old home town, Thery were supposed to close it a few years ago but they didn't know what to do with patients. And those patients were largely alcoholics that needed to be warehoused instead of treated.
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (mpXpK)
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Brave Sir Robin had a good question willowed at the end of the previous thread:
370 I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 10:59 AM (lGrs1)
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Supposedly, AZ law stipulates that the Gov. has to appoint a sucessor from the previous Senator's party. I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us.
370 I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 10:59 AM (lGrs1)
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Supposedly, AZ law stipulates that the Gov. has to appoint a sucessor from the previous Senator's party. I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us.
Posted by: Jackal at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (LyKxC)
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IIRC Kate Upton said something once about liking cornhole.
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (nBr1j)
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15 What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (nBr1j)
That's how they welcome you anally.
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (nBr1j)
That's how they welcome you anally.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (WDCYi)
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (2GjZZ)
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I would tell Natalie Fultz of my home world.
Posted by: Muad'dib at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (sjdRT)
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Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook said were purchased by a pro-Kremlin group, the Internet Research Agency.
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Facebook has million of subscribers and 3,000 ads are supposed to be a big deal? Really?
Alrighty then.
Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook said were purchased by a pro-Kremlin group, the Internet Research Agency.
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Facebook has million of subscribers and 3,000 ads are supposed to be a big deal? Really?
Alrighty then.
Posted by: Blake at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (qC1Sy)
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Don;t drop the soap in Kansas City...
Posted by: Marcus T, Rockin on the mic at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (VpIIl)
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Corn-holing story followed by Kansas tourism sign typo. ISWYDT!!
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (W+vEI)
Posted by: MachiasPrivateer at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (EMi53)
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Then sell the buildings and the land and fire every single employee.
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Hey! That's my kid and he does a heckuva job for our Vets, being one of them himself.
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Hey! That's my kid and he does a heckuva job for our Vets, being one of them himself.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (lwiT4)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker
Buggering for dollars.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (2GjZZ)
Well then it's no wonder it broke into fisticuffs.
Posted by: Northernlurker
Buggering for dollars.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (2GjZZ)
Well then it's no wonder it broke into fisticuffs.
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (nBr1j)
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And those patients were largely alcoholics that needed to be warehoused instead of treated.
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (mpXpK)
Ummm...wut?
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (mpXpK)
Ummm...wut?
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (Enq6K)
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IIRC Kate Upton said something once about liking cornhole.
Posted by: Northernlurker
Wait! That's different.
Was Justin Verlander pitching?
Posted by: Northernlurker
Wait! That's different.
Was Justin Verlander pitching?
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (vcOmj)
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There's a KC in both states.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (2GjZZ)
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I know that.
I live here.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (2GjZZ)
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I know that.
I live here.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (8XRCm)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker
Buggering for dollars.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (2GjZZ)
Well then it's no wonder it broke into fisticuffs.
Posted by: Northernlurker
Really mess them up? Show up with $2 bills.
Posted by: Northernlurker
Buggering for dollars.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (2GjZZ)
Well then it's no wonder it broke into fisticuffs.
Posted by: Northernlurker
Really mess them up? Show up with $2 bills.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (2GjZZ)
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Almost afraid to click on the links to find out what cornhole is....
Posted by: IC at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (a0IVu)
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Trump meets with Whoa Fat June 12th in Singapore.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:06 AM (uiwCw)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
A place where nobody knows how to throw a punch, apparently.
What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
A place where nobody knows how to throw a punch, apparently.
Posted by: Zap Rowsdower at May 10, 2018 11:06 AM (P/ALc)
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I like how Johnsonville Sausages sponsors the Cornhole championships.
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (pw+jk)
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Then sell the buildings and the land and fire every single employee.
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Hey! That's my kid and he does a heckuva job for our Vets, being one of them himself.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (lwiT4)
That is the thing. Many are vets, or spouses of vets, or children of vets. There are so many charities attached to VA's and also volunteers (many retired vets, etc) that give them a chance to give back.
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Hey! That's my kid and he does a heckuva job for our Vets, being one of them himself.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (lwiT4)
That is the thing. Many are vets, or spouses of vets, or children of vets. There are so many charities attached to VA's and also volunteers (many retired vets, etc) that give them a chance to give back.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (fceHP)
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So is PDT sleeping in today after his 2 am foray? I didn't realize the first lady, Pence and his wife went as well.
Posted by: IC at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (a0IVu)
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (Enq6K)
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Almost afraid to click on the links to find out what cornhole is....
Posted by: IC
Conventionally, it's pitching a bean bag through a hole in a target. Good fun, and it really doesn't have to be gay.
But then again, it doesn't hurt, because...there's nothing wrong with that. If you know what I mean.
Posted by: IC
Conventionally, it's pitching a bean bag through a hole in a target. Good fun, and it really doesn't have to be gay.
But then again, it doesn't hurt, because...there's nothing wrong with that. If you know what I mean.
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (vcOmj)
Posted by: Schnopes at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (xBSm0)
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Beavis is sick?
Posted by: Butthead at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (djCea)
Posted by: auscolpyr at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (suO/a)
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>>I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Yeah, seems like he and his crew - who are obviously enabling his last gasp political hits (or even saying them for him, IYKWIM) - will find some way to f#@$ that up. Because: Trump.
Yeah, seems like he and his crew - who are obviously enabling his last gasp political hits (or even saying them for him, IYKWIM) - will find some way to f#@$ that up. Because: Trump.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (W+vEI)
Posted by: Shemp Smith at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (3dsTO)
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Also scratch visiting Kansas off my list!
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (pw+jk)
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The coffee culture wars continue.
DURHAM
A controversy over rap music that led to the firing of two baristas resulted in anger from protesters and a flurry of apologies Wednesday as Duke University and a local coffee company tried to make amends.
The owner of Joe Van Gogh coffee company apologized for his handling of a situation at its Duke location. Two baristas were fired this week after a Duke vice president complained about profanity-laced rap music at the shop.
DURHAM
A controversy over rap music that led to the firing of two baristas resulted in anger from protesters and a flurry of apologies Wednesday as Duke University and a local coffee company tried to make amends.
The owner of Joe Van Gogh coffee company apologized for his handling of a situation at its Duke location. Two baristas were fired this week after a Duke vice president complained about profanity-laced rap music at the shop.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (+y/Ru)
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38 Ummm...wut?
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (Enq6K)
There's not much you can do with a long term hardcore alcoholic. They would put them in a bed until they dried out and then discharge the, They would be right back within a week.
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (Enq6K)
There's not much you can do with a long term hardcore alcoholic. They would put them in a bed until they dried out and then discharge the, They would be right back within a week.
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (mpXpK)
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There's a KC in both states.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (2GjZZ)
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^This^
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (2GjZZ)
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^This^
Posted by: Guzalot at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (prSvo)
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That is the thing. Many are vets, or spouses of
vets, or children of vets. There are so many charities attached to VA's
and also volunteers (many retired vets, etc) that give them a chance to
give back.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (fceHP)
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At Little Winger's facility, you can't get hired unless you're a vet.
vets, or children of vets. There are so many charities attached to VA's
and also volunteers (many retired vets, etc) that give them a chance to
give back.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:07 AM (fceHP)
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At Little Winger's facility, you can't get hired unless you're a vet.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (lwiT4)
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Also scratch visiting Kansas off my list!
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious
Don't you want to be greeted anally?
Splitter.
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious
Don't you want to be greeted anally?
Splitter.
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (vcOmj)
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Almost afraid to click on the links to find out what cornhole is....
Posted by: IC
Horseshoes with bean bags.
Posted by: IC
Horseshoes with bean bags.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (2GjZZ)
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So what caused the fight? Don't leave us hanging like that!
Posted by: makatta at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (Y7Qzg)
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A cornhole fundraiser? Do cornholes need money? Maybe I'm glad I don't know what this is...
Posted by: hobbitopoly at May 10, 2018 11:09 AM (MX7xj)
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (hyuyC)
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I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
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Knock knock knockin' onHeaven's Hell's door.
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Knock knock knockin' on
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (+y/Ru)
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Have to say, Cornhole is a fun game. We play cornhole and can-jam at summer picnics.
Posted by: Shemp Smith at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (3dsTO)
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My personal physician is joining an outfit that provides more personal care and access. He will reduce his patient load from 1200 to 400. I can be one of those 'lucky' 400 patients for a mere $159 a month over and above what I pay for my health insurance.
Thanks but no thanks. At least he will provide me with a list of recommended doctors if I choose not to stay with him. Mighty nice of him.
Thanks but no thanks. At least he will provide me with a list of recommended doctors if I choose not to stay with him. Mighty nice of him.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (VzbI8)
Posted by: DanMan at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (XTiHL)
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too big to fail
Goldman, Apple plan joint credit card, marking the bank's first foray into plastic and deepening the tech giant's push into finance
Goldman, Apple plan joint credit card, marking the bank's first foray into plastic and deepening the tech giant's push into finance
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (fceHP)
Posted by: auscolpyr at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (suO/a)
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (3dsTO)
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Challenge accepted, Kansas City.
Posted by: Shep Smith at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (7HtZB)
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Have to say, Cornhole is a fun game. We play cornhole and can-jam at summer picnics.
Posted by: Shemp Smith at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (3dsTO)
Are punch ups common?
Posted by: Shemp Smith at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (3dsTO)
Are punch ups common?
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (nBr1j)
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That sign is from Kansas City Missouri. Kansas City Kansas is not smart or law-abiding enough to put up a sign like that.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (hyuyC)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (7LY+6)
Posted by: San Francisco at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (pw+jk)
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So what caused the fight? Don't leave us hanging like that!
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Pink team hogging the lube. Happens ALL the time.
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Pink team hogging the lube. Happens ALL the time.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (lGrs1)
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blaster
Missouri City is in Texas and Missouri. Kinda the Schrodenger town, that.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (hyuyC)
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Mexico City is in Missouri too.
So is Peculiar, Braggadocio, Butts and Knob Noster.
Missouri City is in Texas and Missouri. Kinda the Schrodenger town, that.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (hyuyC)
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Mexico City is in Missouri too.
So is Peculiar, Braggadocio, Butts and Knob Noster.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (8XRCm)
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Re: Monica Lewinsky's disinvitation - I'm sorry, but this is the team you picked. You chose to stay on team Clinton and have characterized the press surrounding what you did with Bill as "cyberbullying."
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (W+vEI)
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Note to self: stay out of Kansas City.
Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (A6Xv7)
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Cascone's Grill (in the window reflection) is in Kansas City, Missouri.
However, since Missouri is the "Show-Me" state, welcoming tourists anally is even worse than the average AOS moron can even imagine.
However, since Missouri is the "Show-Me" state, welcoming tourists anally is even worse than the average AOS moron can even imagine.
Posted by: Pillage Idiot at May 10, 2018 11:12 AM (2pTCD)
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71 Heh.
Just realized Can-Jam sounds dirty too.
What's with these summer picnic game names?
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (3dsTO)
The Horde is the last thing left on Earth that hasn't gone full Globohomo.
Just realized Can-Jam sounds dirty too.
What's with these summer picnic game names?
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:11 AM (3dsTO)
The Horde is the last thing left on Earth that hasn't gone full Globohomo.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (WDCYi)
83
Is Kansas City a sanctuary city by any chance?
Posted by: Northernlurker at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (nBr1j)
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So in response to Trump's tweet about him this morning, Schumer mocks Melania's Be Best campaign.
Dem's really are despicable.
Dem's really are despicable.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (G0vdT)
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Well said, CBD.
Posted by: gNewt at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (wp7uW)
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#BanBossy
Posted by: Micheal Obama's ball sack at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (58VE2)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (7LY+6)
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (8XRCm)
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Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook...
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Posted by: t-bird at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (QxXRY)
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (hyuyC)
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Around here, we just call it 'bags'. Every family gathering, we haul out the boards. They have the Cubs logo on them. You're shocked, I know.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (lwiT4)
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Looting is taking place at the evacuated HI lava homes.
https://nypost.com/2018/05/10/man-arrested-for-looting-lava-evacuated-homes-in-hawaii/
Next will be pillaging and raping.
https://nypost.com/2018/05/10/man-arrested-for-looting-lava-evacuated-homes-in-hawaii/
Next will be pillaging and raping.
Posted by: Under Fire at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (r9UYA)
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You Had One Job
@_youhadonejob1
Welcome to Kansas.
3:25 PM - May 7, 2018
That's probably Kansas City, Missouri. Nobody visits Kansas City, Kansas.
Not on purpose, I mean.
You Had One Job
@_youhadonejob1
Welcome to Kansas.
3:25 PM - May 7, 2018
That's probably Kansas City, Missouri. Nobody visits Kansas City, Kansas.
Not on purpose, I mean.
Posted by: BurtTC at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (9chmE)
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Kansas City is in Missouri.
Posted by: fixerupper
Kansas City K is next to Kansas City MO
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Both full of people jumping around like a bunch of Kansas City faggots!
Posted by: fixerupper
Kansas City K is next to Kansas City MO
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Both full of people jumping around like a bunch of Kansas City faggots!
Posted by: Taggart at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (+y/Ru)
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Jeez, I hate this stupid non-formatting formatting.
Posted by: BurtTC at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (9chmE)
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Knob Noster - snort!
Here in CO all the good names are in the mountains or in the western part. Rifle, Eagle, Gypsum.
Here in CO all the good names are in the mountains or in the western part. Rifle, Eagle, Gypsum.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (3dsTO)
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I saw Can Jam open for Cornhole at the Cow Palace in 84.
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (pw+jk)
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Cornhole is awesome fun.
It's one of those sports, like darts, that rely on precise calibration of your beer consumption.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
I have made it to the finals of a charity cornhole tournament and failed the one beer too many test.
It's one of those sports, like darts, that rely on precise calibration of your beer consumption.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
I have made it to the finals of a charity cornhole tournament and failed the one beer too many test.
Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 11:14 AM (fuK7c)
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Is Kansas City a sanctuary city by any chance?"
Dunno, but I was told a few years ago that KC's largest employer is the FedGov.
Strange, no?
Dunno, but I was told a few years ago that KC's largest employer is the FedGov.
Strange, no?
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (7LY+6)
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Kansas City has apparently had a reputation for a while.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNTZ5tqas1k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNTZ5tqas1k
Posted by: Rodrigo Borgia, Pope Alexander VI at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (GXOTw)
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I don't know. Making it private, yes. And force accountability and a merit-based system.
My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
That sounds like an argument for establishing vets-only social clubs, (which I'm fine with). I have no faith that even Trump will be able to fix the broken VA culture. The sacred obligations we have to them are simply incompatible with the government's lack of a work culture and accountability. And I say that as a Fed.
My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
That sounds like an argument for establishing vets-only social clubs, (which I'm fine with). I have no faith that even Trump will be able to fix the broken VA culture. The sacred obligations we have to them are simply incompatible with the government's lack of a work culture and accountability. And I say that as a Fed.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (NrQPT)
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Looting is taking place at the evacuated HI lava homes.
https://nypost.com/2018/05/10/man-arrested-for-looting-lava-evacuated-homes-in-hawaii/
Next will be pillaging and raping.
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They'll probably pass on the burning.
https://nypost.com/2018/05/10/man-arrested-for-looting-lava-evacuated-homes-in-hawaii/
Next will be pillaging and raping.
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They'll probably pass on the burning.
Posted by: Taggart at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (+y/Ru)
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I hate to burst everyone's bubble but that Kansas City poster is fake.
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (zRZaJ)
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>>Looting is taking place at the evacuated HI lava homes.
Well, the Island is a cesspool of Humanity.
Well, the Island is a cesspool of Humanity.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (O8xF7)
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So, which Kansas City has those faggots I've heard about? Asking for a fr-ah hell, I'm asking for me?
Posted by: Shemp Smith at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (3dsTO)
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So in response to Trump's tweet about him this morning, Schumer mocks Melania's Be Best campaign.
Dem's really are despicable.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (G0vdT)
Bait taken. Hook, line, and sinker.
So in response to Trump's tweet about him this morning, Schumer mocks Melania's Be Best campaign.
Dem's really are despicable.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (G0vdT)
Bait taken. Hook, line, and sinker.
Posted by: davidt at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (djCea)
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99 Dunno, but I was told a few years ago that KC's largest employer is the FedGov.
Strange, no?
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (7LY+6)
Don't they have an IRS office there, or something?
Strange, no?
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (7LY+6)
Don't they have an IRS office there, or something?
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (WDCYi)
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Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public."
Yeah, noticed that now too.... funny.
Time to point. And laugh.
Yeah, noticed that now too.... funny.
Time to point. And laugh.
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (7LY+6)
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>>So in response to Trump's tweet about him this morning, Schumer mocks Melania's Be Best campaign.
Dem's really are despicable.
If you want to see despicable, see Phillippe Reines' tweets about Don Jr.'s wife.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her hubby.
Democrats' war on Trump women.
Dem's really are despicable.
If you want to see despicable, see Phillippe Reines' tweets about Don Jr.'s wife.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her hubby.
Democrats' war on Trump women.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (W+vEI)
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Five Most Wanted leaders of ISIS just captured!
https://tinyurl.com/y6v4d89s
Posted by: MachiasPrivateer at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (EMi53)
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Trump...non-stop fuckin awsesome!
https://tinyurl.com/y6v4d89s
Posted by: MachiasPrivateer at May 10, 2018 11:04 AM (EMi53)
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Trump...non-stop fuckin awsesome!
Posted by: dananjcon at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (xqfqx)
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Mexico City is in Missouri too.
No. It's Mexico, MO. No city. That's where Kit Bond is from.
Across the river is Cairo IL, But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
No. It's Mexico, MO. No city. That's where Kit Bond is from.
Across the river is Cairo IL, But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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98 Cornhole is awesome fun.
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (3dsTO)
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>>I have made it to the finals of a charity cornhole tournament
I'll bet you were Queen of the Ball.
I'll bet you were Queen of the Ball.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (O8xF7)
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As if anybody needed another reason not to visit Kansas City.
Posted by: TrivialPursuer at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (fqUgw)
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I hate to burst everyone's bubble but that Kansas City poster is fake."
What, they really don't get 25 million visitors?
What, they really don't get 25 million visitors?
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (7LY+6)
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Mexico City is in Missouri too.
So is Peculiar, Braggadocio, Butts and Knob Noster.
Posted by: fixerupper
Cuba, Missouri.
So is Peculiar, Braggadocio, Butts and Knob Noster.
Posted by: fixerupper
Cuba, Missouri.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (2GjZZ)
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nd those patients were largely alcoholics that needed to be warehoused instead of treated.
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (mpXpK)
Ummm...wut?
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (Enq6K)
Likely true.
They should put me in charge of the VA. Yes, I am a veteran.
But I am a bit of a heretic on the VA.
Because I would advocate cutting the budget and benefits.
The complaints in the VA are around the medical system. Other veteran benefits like VA loans and education benefits work pretty well.
The medical system fails because it is overloaded. I think that it provides the best medical care that you can get for our war shattered vets. No better care possible for amputees and trauma victims, I don't think.
The problem comes with chronic medical problems and issues like alcoholism and drug addiction. VERY expensive and resource intensive to treat.
A veteran is anyone who has served 180 days or more in the military and discharged honorably. I support what we do for our war injured veterans - we can't do enough for them.
There are other veterans - veterans like me - who never got shot at, not injured in the military - and we all have a claim on the VA. We might be very far down on the list, but we are on the list. I don't think spending a couple of years painting rocks at Ft. Riley should entitle you to lifelong healthcare.
Yes, I get it, someone who served a 2 year hitch at Ft. Riley was possibly offering their life to the nation. I understand the argument, I just don't agree with it.
There, I said it.
Posted by: Vic We Have No Party at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (mpXpK)
Ummm...wut?
Posted by: Tami at May 10, 2018 11:05 AM (Enq6K)
Likely true.
They should put me in charge of the VA. Yes, I am a veteran.
But I am a bit of a heretic on the VA.
Because I would advocate cutting the budget and benefits.
The complaints in the VA are around the medical system. Other veteran benefits like VA loans and education benefits work pretty well.
The medical system fails because it is overloaded. I think that it provides the best medical care that you can get for our war shattered vets. No better care possible for amputees and trauma victims, I don't think.
The problem comes with chronic medical problems and issues like alcoholism and drug addiction. VERY expensive and resource intensive to treat.
A veteran is anyone who has served 180 days or more in the military and discharged honorably. I support what we do for our war injured veterans - we can't do enough for them.
There are other veterans - veterans like me - who never got shot at, not injured in the military - and we all have a claim on the VA. We might be very far down on the list, but we are on the list. I don't think spending a couple of years painting rocks at Ft. Riley should entitle you to lifelong healthcare.
Yes, I get it, someone who served a 2 year hitch at Ft. Riley was possibly offering their life to the nation. I understand the argument, I just don't agree with it.
There, I said it.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (Z5y53)
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But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Hey now.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Hey now.
Posted by: grammie winger - Springing at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (lwiT4)
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You're not here for the hunting, are you?
Posted by: Kansas City at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (y3sT9)
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Jewells45
Good to see your nic.
When have facts ever gotten in the way of AoSHQ humor? Ya gotta have broad shoulders in this crowd.
No snowflakes.
Good to see your nic.
When have facts ever gotten in the way of AoSHQ humor? Ya gotta have broad shoulders in this crowd.
No snowflakes.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (hyuyC)
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Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook...
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Posted by: t-bird at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (QxXRY)
You should see the ads. The retweet and "Likes" are so low. They claim some had thousands of impressions. THOUSANDS, lol.
What the hell is the WSJ doing? This is just garbage journalism.
The ads are mostly apolitical, and barely anyone saw them.
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Posted by: t-bird at May 10, 2018 11:13 AM (QxXRY)
You should see the ads. The retweet and "Likes" are so low. They claim some had thousands of impressions. THOUSANDS, lol.
What the hell is the WSJ doing? This is just garbage journalism.
The ads are mostly apolitical, and barely anyone saw them.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (fceHP)
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If you want to see despicable, see Phillippe Reines' tweets about Don Jr.'s wife.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh
during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her
hubby.
Democrats' war on Trump women.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (W+vEI)
Seems to me he is obsessed with the Trump women. All way out of his league.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh
during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her
hubby.
Democrats' war on Trump women.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (W+vEI)
Seems to me he is obsessed with the Trump women. All way out of his league.
Posted by: IC at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (a0IVu)
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But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Umm.... who you callin a redneck there....
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Umm.... who you callin a redneck there....
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (8XRCm)
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VA healthcare ranges from world class, to absolutely horrible, with everything in between.
I know a case where an internationally renowed professor worked at his prestigious private clinic seeing millionaires and rock stars three days/week, then saw VA patients 1 day/week. . .because he wanted to. Only difference in care was that he was limited to what he could prescribe the VA patients based on what was available at the VA formulary. Some really specialized testing wasnt' available, but he was good enough that he could just make do. Then there are the doctors so bad they can't or won't work anywhere else
Anyway, I agree. Uncle Sam should simply provide all vets with private insurance and sell every VA. They'd get better care at a fraction of the cost.
I know a case where an internationally renowed professor worked at his prestigious private clinic seeing millionaires and rock stars three days/week, then saw VA patients 1 day/week. . .because he wanted to. Only difference in care was that he was limited to what he could prescribe the VA patients based on what was available at the VA formulary. Some really specialized testing wasnt' available, but he was good enough that he could just make do. Then there are the doctors so bad they can't or won't work anywhere else
Anyway, I agree. Uncle Sam should simply provide all vets with private insurance and sell every VA. They'd get better care at a fraction of the cost.
Posted by: looking closely at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (qC0pz)
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25 million visitors anally, huh? The World Proctologists Headquarters should relocate there.
"Million to one shot, Doc. Million to one."
"Million to one shot, Doc. Million to one."
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (Tdl6i)
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98 Cornhole is awesome fun.
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (3dsTO)
"Tosses"? Should I look that up?
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (3dsTO)
"Tosses"? Should I look that up?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero) at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (ga0eq)
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Kansas City didn't really welcome 25 million anally.
It was just us, going back again and again and again . . . .
It was just us, going back again and again and again . . . .
Posted by: Anderson Cooper, Shep Smith, Bradley Manning at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (fqUgw)
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That twitter thread about the double amputee vet not getting pain meds after waiting until 3am is infuriating.
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (hMwEB)
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The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat?
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NOPE. Go in ice cold so you don't use up your good luck warming up.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat?
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NOPE. Go in ice cold so you don't use up your good luck warming up.
Posted by: Jukin the Deplorable and Profoundly Unserious at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (pw+jk)
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:18 AM (3dsTO)
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Kansas City is in Missouri.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018
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The one everybody thinks about, yes, but there's s Kansas City on the Kansas side too.
Kansas City is in Missouri.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018
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The one everybody thinks about, yes, but there's s Kansas City on the Kansas side too.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at May 10, 2018 11:19 AM (Tdl6i)
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What exactly is a cornhole fundraiser?
Posted by: Northernlurker
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In recent usage, cornhole is what normal people use to call beanbag.
When I first started at corp I work at, one of my workmates (a mondo babe), whom I just met, asked if I cornholed.
I was thinking, wow this a friendly town!
Posted by: Northernlurker
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In recent usage, cornhole is what normal people use to call beanbag.
When I first started at corp I work at, one of my workmates (a mondo babe), whom I just met, asked if I cornholed.
I was thinking, wow this a friendly town!
Posted by: Tonypete at May 10, 2018 11:19 AM (akHM/)
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But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Umm.... who you callin a redneck there....
Posted by: fixerupper
Someone call?
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
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Umm.... who you callin a redneck there....
Posted by: fixerupper
Someone call?
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:19 AM (2GjZZ)
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I'm a vet and I am disabled but not because of my time in service (genetic thing). I qualify to use the VA because I deployed into DS (Iraq 1.0). I thank god that I have other insurance (medicare) because using the VA system has been a fail for me. I get it I have a rare disease that non specialist DRs have never seen, most have only heard of in school let alone ever had to treat. But the VA is useless to me. I will never go back if I have any other options.
Posted by: USNtakim prfoundly deplorable! at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (0OmEj)
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I AM CORNHOLIO!
Posted by: Beavis at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (ga0eq)
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It's one of those sports, like darts, that rely on precise calibration of your beer consumption.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
So it's bowling without the cool shirt and special shoes
It's one of those sports, like darts, that rely on precise calibration of your beer consumption.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
So it's bowling without the cool shirt and special shoes
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (10vO4)
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The one everybody thinks about, yes, but there's s Kansas City on the Kansas side too.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at May 10, 2018 11:19 AM (Tdl6i)
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Yeah.... but its part of the "Unified Governement of Wyandotte County".
More affectionately known by the locals as "The Dot"
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at May 10, 2018 11:19 AM (Tdl6i)
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Yeah.... but its part of the "Unified Governement of Wyandotte County".
More affectionately known by the locals as "The Dot"
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (8XRCm)
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Kansas City on the Kansas side is to be avoided, unless you are on the campus of KU-Med.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (hyuyC)
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> He will reduce his patient load from 1200 to 400. I can be one of those 'lucky' 400 patients for a mere $159 a month over and above what I pay for my health insurance.
If he's gonna reduce the patient load by that much, the money's got to be made up somewhere.
Maybe the new patients will actually get to see the doctor for more than 30 seconds per visit.
Whether that's worth it or not is going to depend on the patient. Apparently for you it isn't.
If he's gonna reduce the patient load by that much, the money's got to be made up somewhere.
Maybe the new patients will actually get to see the doctor for more than 30 seconds per visit.
Whether that's worth it or not is going to depend on the patient. Apparently for you it isn't.
Posted by: Rodrigo Borgia, Pope Alexander VI at May 10, 2018 11:20 AM (GXOTw)
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When I first started at corp I work at, one of my workmates (a mondo babe), whom I just met, asked if I cornholed.
I roger with the best of them! Bend over chica!
I roger with the best of them! Bend over chica!
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (2GjZZ)
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When have facts ever gotten in the way of AoSHQ humor? Ya gotta have broad shoulders in this crowd.
No snowflakes.
lol.. couldn't care less. I live in Lees Summit, not Kansas City. Just pointing out it was photo shopped.
No snowflakes.
lol.. couldn't care less. I live in Lees Summit, not Kansas City. Just pointing out it was photo shopped.
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (zRZaJ)
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I went back to work after retiring mainly for the insurance. After 30 years my ankles and knees are shot. I will not subject my health to TRICARE or the VA. I go to VA for hearing aids only.
Posted by: CSMBigBird at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (jsWA8)
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I get it I have a rare disease that non specialist DRs have never seen, most have only heard of in school let alone ever had to treat. But the VA is useless to me. I will never go back if I have any other options.
Our trained team of Mexican mall doctors stand waiting to serve you.
Our trained team of Mexican mall doctors stand waiting to serve you.
Posted by: Doc In A Kiosk, Inc. at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (ga0eq)
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:22 AM (zRZaJ)
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It's one of those sports, like darts, that rely on precise calibration of your beer consumption.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
So it's bowling without the cool shirt and special shoes
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic
You can still wear the cool shirt and cleats.
Too little, you're not going to get in the zone. Too much, you fall out of it and start missing.
So it's bowling without the cool shirt and special shoes
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic
You can still wear the cool shirt and cleats.
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:22 AM (2GjZZ)
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There's also Uranus, MO. Home of The Uranus Fudge Factory. Not joking.
Posted by: Guzalot at May 10, 2018 11:22 AM (prSvo)
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Ho-lee Shit. Scroll down a bit on the Donald's 'Five ISIS leaders captured' and you'll find this rejoinder:
https://tinyurl.com/yb997fa6
I sense a new art thread
https://tinyurl.com/yb997fa6
I sense a new art thread
Posted by: t-bird at May 10, 2018 11:22 AM (7ThJ3)
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I'm going to Kansas City
Kansas City here I come
Kansas City here I come
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:22 AM (+y/Ru)
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Telling about McCain that his brain is being eaten by cancer yet you can tell no difference in the assholes retoric.
Posted by: maddogg at May 10, 2018 11:23 AM (yDqYW)
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>>I go to VA for hearing aids only.
That's what the Stethescope is for.
Now take a deep breath and hold it while I listen for AIDS.
That's what the Stethescope is for.
Now take a deep breath and hold it while I listen for AIDS.
Posted by: Pakistani VA Doctor at May 10, 2018 11:23 AM (O8xF7)
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>>Seems to me he is obsessed with the Trump women. All way out of his league.
Yeah, he was identified in Amy Chosick's Hillary book as being a particularly scummy member of Hillary's inner circle.
I just think back to the no-name Congressional aide who was hounded out of DC for commenting on facebook about the Obama girls' clothes, while creeps like Reines (Schneiderman, etc.) not only get away with their perversion, but move ahead.
Yeah, he was identified in Amy Chosick's Hillary book as being a particularly scummy member of Hillary's inner circle.
I just think back to the no-name Congressional aide who was hounded out of DC for commenting on facebook about the Obama girls' clothes, while creeps like Reines (Schneiderman, etc.) not only get away with their perversion, but move ahead.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:23 AM (W+vEI)
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I live in Lees Summit....
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (zRZaJ)
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Until BLM and Antifa make you change your racist name.
I live in Lees Summit....
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:21 AM (zRZaJ)
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Until BLM and Antifa make you change your racist name.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:23 AM (8XRCm)
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VA vs NHS
Discuss
Discuss
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (hMwEB)
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Totally OT but CA peeps...John Cox or Travis Allen?
Posted by: IC at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (a0IVu)
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Doc In A Kiosk > VA > NHS
Posted by: Doc In A Kiosk, Inc. at May 10, 2018 11:25 AM (ga0eq)
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I used to live there. What's wrong with the sign?
Posted by: Burger Chef at May 10, 2018 11:25 AM (RuIsu)
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Kansas City on the Kansas side is to be avoided, unless you are on the campus of KU-Med.
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13th and Quindiro is SUCH a lovely night spot.
Kansas City on the Kansas side is to be avoided, unless you are on the campus of KU-Med.
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13th and Quindiro is SUCH a lovely night spot.
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 11:25 AM (8XRCm)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:25 AM (7LY+6)
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Maybe this Avenatti lawyer's offices need to be raided ...
Posted by: E.T. at May 10, 2018 11:26 AM (nzKWW)
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My next tour stop is Kansas City!
Posted by: Stormy D. at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (vg8iE)
Posted by: dananjcon at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (xqfqx)
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Until BLM and Antifa make you change your racist name.
I'm surprised they haven't already tried. But it's actually a mis spelling. It's actually named after a local doctor back in the 1800's named Dr. Lea. Somehow when the papers were filed with whoever the hell you filed with back then, it was accidentally spelled Lee's Summit instead of Lea's Summit. They tried to change it but for some reason that never happened.
I'm surprised they haven't already tried. But it's actually a mis spelling. It's actually named after a local doctor back in the 1800's named Dr. Lea. Somehow when the papers were filed with whoever the hell you filed with back then, it was accidentally spelled Lee's Summit instead of Lea's Summit. They tried to change it but for some reason that never happened.
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (zRZaJ)
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VA vs NHS
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (hMwEB)
Just based on body count? Or a weighted score?
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (hMwEB)
Just based on body count? Or a weighted score?
Posted by: hogmartin at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (y87Qq)
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Hi everybody!
Posted by: Dr. Nik at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (pw+jk)
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Reines is just more perverted filth in the Clinton orbit.
Posted by: Captain Hate at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (y7DUB)
Posted by: Les Kinetic at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (xOga2)
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HI DOCTOR NICK!
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (O8xF7)
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Supposedly, AZ law stipulates that the Gov. has to appoint a sucessor from the previous Senator's party. I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us. "
The longer this goes on, the more sure I am that Cindy is the one stage managing all of this, and SHE is the one who wants to be Queen in her own right, no longer in dumbass John's shadow.
I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May, Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
The longer this goes on, the more sure I am that Cindy is the one stage managing all of this, and SHE is the one who wants to be Queen in her own right, no longer in dumbass John's shadow.
I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May, Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (k1TUh)
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Hi everybody!
Posted by: Kansas City at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (+lOpA)
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Actually healthcare is not very complex, it has been made very burdonsome and expensive because of government meddling.
I recently took my 6 month old for a check up and to get vaccines.
My EOB reads for the less than 20 minutes of actual service...
Charges: $1,200.00
Allowed: $743.00
Provider Responsibility: $476.62
Deductible: $15.00
Member Responsibility: $25.00
Amount Paid to provider: $717.00
Nothing adds up, so either the Dr is over charging, or he's getting stiffed.
The Dr either is going to agree to the amounts specified by the Insurance company or try to bill me, typically I don't see any additional bills but that hasn't always been the case.
Healthcare is a mess because of government and the FSA.
I recently took my 6 month old for a check up and to get vaccines.
My EOB reads for the less than 20 minutes of actual service...
Charges: $1,200.00
Allowed: $743.00
Provider Responsibility: $476.62
Deductible: $15.00
Member Responsibility: $25.00
Amount Paid to provider: $717.00
Nothing adds up, so either the Dr is over charging, or he's getting stiffed.
The Dr either is going to agree to the amounts specified by the Insurance company or try to bill me, typically I don't see any additional bills but that hasn't always been the case.
Healthcare is a mess because of government and the FSA.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (UfMVm)
Posted by: dAN rATHER at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (xBSm0)
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one of the best items I ever saw on Fackbook -- don't know who put it up -- was claiming that Trump's sons wanted Trump to fire Ivanka because "she wouldn't let Trump legalize rape"
Posted by: mallfly the Peach of Hoboken at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (KxbBq)
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My mom worked for the VA at Hines for from the 1950's thru the 70's . She was a nurse and lab tech. She always felt it was her duty to give the patients the best of care. Of course it might have been because she was a WWII vet herself
Posted by: Bruce at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (8ikIW)
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165 Reines is just more perverted filth in the Clinton orbit.
Posted by: Captain Hate at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (y7DUB)
They all literally worship at the alters of Moloch and Baal.
Posted by: Captain Hate at May 10, 2018 11:27 AM (y7DUB)
They all literally worship at the alters of Moloch and Baal.
Posted by: Micheal Obama's ball sack at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (58VE2)
Posted by: Boulder t'hobo at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (u9jXd)
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166 So it was McCain.
Reprehensible. Despicable.
When will this nasty fuck succumb?"
Officially, on the day that Cindy thinks it's most personally advantageous to her to announce the good news.
Reprehensible. Despicable.
When will this nasty fuck succumb?"
Officially, on the day that Cindy thinks it's most personally advantageous to her to announce the good news.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (k1TUh)
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Having read through McCain's self-justifications I think it appropriate Trump issn't going to his funeral. Sadly, probably no should go. And the family shouldn't release where he is buried, for fear of it smelling like a urinal shortly thereafter.
Posted by: Huck Follywood, Vigilance Committee supporter at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (rBnYq)
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I don't have any figures but I would guess that well over 50% of VA patients are one time enlisted soldiers who never left the States or were never injured while on active duty.
It's controversial but I think that qualification for life time medical coverage should be adjusted.
It's controversial but I think that qualification for life time medical coverage should be adjusted.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (VzbI8)
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I live in Lees Summit....
Posted by: Jewells45
I was there a couple of weeks ago, visiting friends. It's a very nice place.
Posted by: Jewells45
I was there a couple of weeks ago, visiting friends. It's a very nice place.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (wW03z)
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172 one of the best items I ever saw on Fackbook -- don't know who put it up -- was claiming that Trump's sons wanted Trump to fire Ivanka because "she wouldn't let Trump legalize rape"
Posted by: mallfly the Peach of Hoboken at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (KxbBq)
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"I saw it on the Facebook, so that means it'd true."
Posted by: mallfly the Peach of Hoboken at May 10, 2018 11:29 AM (KxbBq)
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"I saw it on the Facebook, so that means it'd true."
Posted by: TheJamesMadison at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (n9gGi)
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Supposedly, AZ law stipulates that the Gov. has to appoint a sucessor from the previous Senator's party. I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us. "
The proper response to THAT would be to pick the most conservative guy or gal available and have him/her change party affiliation to "Democrat" five minutes before being appointed to the seat.
The proper response to THAT would be to pick the most conservative guy or gal available and have him/her change party affiliation to "Democrat" five minutes before being appointed to the seat.
Posted by: Grey Fox at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (bZ7mE)
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But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
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Like the syrup. Little Egypt in far South IL is absolutely beautiful country.
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Like the syrup. Little Egypt in far South IL is absolutely beautiful country.
Posted by: mustbequantum at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (MIKMs)
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That sounds like an argument for establishing vets-only social clubs, (which I'm fine with). I have no faith that even Trump will be able to fix the broken VA culture. The sacred obligations we have to them are simply incompatible with the government's lack of a work culture and accountability. And I say that as a Fed.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (NrQPT)
They have their social clubs. One my dad visited frequently with my mom. The Legion.
It's impossible to explain in an Ace blog after spending so much time in one VA. Not all are the same, I understand. Mental care is also crucial. I drove in one morning after a young vet had committed suicide. I am sure I saw him on one of the previous Sunday's at the VA chapel. And I am friends with the Father of the Catholic services there. He had been up all night attending to this boy and his family.
It is difficult to explain the feeling of family and understanding towards one another that I think is key among vets.
Like I said above, it can be privatized, and have merit-based and accountability systems put in place, but there is more to care then just the bed and meds. The trauma involved can be devastating.
If you haven't seen the miracle of volunteer and other types of care-givers, it is impossible to describe.
I've got to get back to work.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (NrQPT)
They have their social clubs. One my dad visited frequently with my mom. The Legion.
It's impossible to explain in an Ace blog after spending so much time in one VA. Not all are the same, I understand. Mental care is also crucial. I drove in one morning after a young vet had committed suicide. I am sure I saw him on one of the previous Sunday's at the VA chapel. And I am friends with the Father of the Catholic services there. He had been up all night attending to this boy and his family.
It is difficult to explain the feeling of family and understanding towards one another that I think is key among vets.
Like I said above, it can be privatized, and have merit-based and accountability systems put in place, but there is more to care then just the bed and meds. The trauma involved can be devastating.
If you haven't seen the miracle of volunteer and other types of care-givers, it is impossible to describe.
I've got to get back to work.
Posted by: artisanal 'ette at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (fceHP)
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I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May, Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
5,000 quatloos on a governor becoming an instant senator!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
5,000 quatloos on a governor becoming an instant senator!
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (2GjZZ)
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179 I live in Lees Summit....
Posted by: Jewells45
I was there a couple of weeks ago, visiting friends. It's a very nice place.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (wW03z)
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I almost set my next book there.
Went with Springfield instead.
Posted by: Jewells45
I was there a couple of weeks ago, visiting friends. It's a very nice place.
Posted by: pep at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (wW03z)
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I almost set my next book there.
Went with Springfield instead.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (n9gGi)
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So they just keep him on life support until June 1 then...
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (9iLHi)
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Then there is the over 1 billion dollar VA hospital ind Denver that is not open yet. The VA is a waste and a burden on our vets. It should be abolished sold off and we should be writing fat checks to care for vets. It would be cheaper and more effective.
Posted by: USNtakim prfoundly deplorable! at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (0OmEj)
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Off sock
Posted by: Monk at May 10, 2018 11:32 AM (58VE2)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:32 AM (7LY+6)
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So is Kansas City planning to change its name to New Sodom?
Posted by: rickl at May 10, 2018 11:32 AM (xjiRE)
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Reporting live from Kansas City. Shep Smith
Posted by: Minnfidel at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (3c1uO)
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So it was McCain.
Reprehensible. Despicable.
When will this nasty fuck succumb?
Posted by: Les Kinetic at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (xOga2)
Mccain is fighting freedom for ordinary citizens until his death , peak bitterness.
A sane man would step down to spend his last says with his family.
So it was McCain.
Reprehensible. Despicable.
When will this nasty fuck succumb?
Posted by: Les Kinetic at May 10, 2018 11:28 AM (xOga2)
Mccain is fighting freedom for ordinary citizens until his death , peak bitterness.
A sane man would step down to spend his last says with his family.
Posted by: muckrack at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (rEnRw)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (7LY+6)
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (O8xF7)
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Another lefty #MeToo
Beginning today (May 10), Spotify users will no longer be able to find R. Kelly's music on any of the streaming service's editorial or algorithmic playlists. Under the terms of a new public hate content and hateful conduct policy Spotify is putting into effect, the company will no longer promote the R&B singer's music in any way, removing his songs from flagship playlists like RapCaviar, Discover Weekly or New Music Friday, for example, as well as its other genre- or mood-based playlists.
"We are removing R. Kelly's music from all Spotify owned and operated playlists and algorithmic recommendations such as Discover Weekly," Spotify told Billboard in a statement. "His music will still be available on the service, but Spotify will not actively promote it. We don't censor content because of an artist's or creator's behavior, but we want our editorial decisions -- what we choose to program -- to reflect our values. When an artist or creator does something that is especially harmful or hateful, it may affect the ways we work with or support that artist or creator."
Over the past several years, Kelly has been accused by multiple women of sexual violence, coercion and running a "sex cult," including two additional women who came forward to Buzzfeed this week. Though he has never been convicted of a crime, he has come under increasing scrutiny over the past several weeks, particularly with the launch of the #MuteRKelly movement at the end of April. Kelly has vociferously defended himself, saying those accusing him are an "attempt to distort my character and to destroy my legacy." And while RCA Records has thus far not dropped Kelly from his recording contract, Spotify has distanced itself from promoting his music.
Beginning today (May 10), Spotify users will no longer be able to find R. Kelly's music on any of the streaming service's editorial or algorithmic playlists. Under the terms of a new public hate content and hateful conduct policy Spotify is putting into effect, the company will no longer promote the R&B singer's music in any way, removing his songs from flagship playlists like RapCaviar, Discover Weekly or New Music Friday, for example, as well as its other genre- or mood-based playlists.
"We are removing R. Kelly's music from all Spotify owned and operated playlists and algorithmic recommendations such as Discover Weekly," Spotify told Billboard in a statement. "His music will still be available on the service, but Spotify will not actively promote it. We don't censor content because of an artist's or creator's behavior, but we want our editorial decisions -- what we choose to program -- to reflect our values. When an artist or creator does something that is especially harmful or hateful, it may affect the ways we work with or support that artist or creator."
Over the past several years, Kelly has been accused by multiple women of sexual violence, coercion and running a "sex cult," including two additional women who came forward to Buzzfeed this week. Though he has never been convicted of a crime, he has come under increasing scrutiny over the past several weeks, particularly with the launch of the #MuteRKelly movement at the end of April. Kelly has vociferously defended himself, saying those accusing him are an "attempt to distort my character and to destroy my legacy." And while RCA Records has thus far not dropped Kelly from his recording contract, Spotify has distanced itself from promoting his music.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (+y/Ru)
Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (fuK7c)
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If you want to see despicable, see Phillippe Reines' tweets about Don Jr.'s wife.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her hubby.
I said it before and I will say it again- there are an immense number of people in this country who would benefit from having their teeth punched down their throats.
He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her hubby.
I said it before and I will say it again- there are an immense number of people in this country who would benefit from having their teeth punched down their throats.
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (kqsXK)
Posted by: Bruce at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (8ikIW)
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My personal physician is joining an outfit that provides more personal care and access. He will reduce his patient load from 1200 to 400. I can be one of those 'lucky' 400 patients for a mere $159 a month over and above what I pay for my health insurance.
Thanks but no thanks. At least he will provide me with a list of recommended doctors if I choose not to stay with him. Mighty nice of him.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (VzbI
A friend of mine belongs to a concierge physician's office. Same thing, only 400 patients in each doctors practice load. The $150 a month gets you unlimited office visits, counseling with nutritionists, exercise experts, 24/7 access to your doctor or one of the practice docs. Anything like xrays, etc. are billed to your insurance. She had a 10 page health questionnaire to fill out prior to her first visit and her first visit was an hour and half with the doctor. Subsequent visits are 30 minutes plus as required. She has been called promptly with test results, she can either skype or call in for a conference call with both the doctor and associated practice professionals that supervise her care, such as the nutritionist when her blood sugar spiked after dropping within normal limits from the diet help she was given( she didn't realize she couldn't eat unlimited fruit during the day).
I've been impressed. And yes, she is on Medicare, and pays additionally for part B, etc. in addition to the $150 a month. The amount of attention and care she has received has resulted in normal blood pressure and normal blood sugar, reduced weight even though she is in a higher risk category due to family history and genetics.
Her doc gets to be a doc instead of a pill writing machine.
Thanks but no thanks. At least he will provide me with a list of recommended doctors if I choose not to stay with him. Mighty nice of him.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:10 AM (VzbI
A friend of mine belongs to a concierge physician's office. Same thing, only 400 patients in each doctors practice load. The $150 a month gets you unlimited office visits, counseling with nutritionists, exercise experts, 24/7 access to your doctor or one of the practice docs. Anything like xrays, etc. are billed to your insurance. She had a 10 page health questionnaire to fill out prior to her first visit and her first visit was an hour and half with the doctor. Subsequent visits are 30 minutes plus as required. She has been called promptly with test results, she can either skype or call in for a conference call with both the doctor and associated practice professionals that supervise her care, such as the nutritionist when her blood sugar spiked after dropping within normal limits from the diet help she was given( she didn't realize she couldn't eat unlimited fruit during the day).
I've been impressed. And yes, she is on Medicare, and pays additionally for part B, etc. in addition to the $150 a month. The amount of attention and care she has received has resulted in normal blood pressure and normal blood sugar, reduced weight even though she is in a higher risk category due to family history and genetics.
Her doc gets to be a doc instead of a pill writing machine.
Posted by: Jen the original at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (PjKd4)
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I said it before and I will say it again- there are an immense number of people in this country who would benefit from having their teeth punched down their throats.
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I would prefer extraction through conventional means sans anesthesia.
One at a time.
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I would prefer extraction through conventional means sans anesthesia.
One at a time.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (vg8iE)
Posted by: Anon a mouse at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (7LY+6)
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>>New Hampshire. Virginia was disloyal to the Union. *ducks* Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (fuK7c)
Noted.
Noted.
Posted by: Zod Plenipotentiary at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (Bdeb0)
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196 Virginia vs New Hampshire?
New Hampshire. Virginia was disloyal to the Union.
*ducks*
Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (fuK7c)
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VA just needs to get its stonewall back.
Then it'll walk all over anyone who gets in their way.
New Hampshire. Virginia was disloyal to the Union.
*ducks*
Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 11:33 AM (fuK7c)
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VA just needs to get its stonewall back.
Then it'll walk all over anyone who gets in their way.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (n9gGi)
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I'm goin to Kansas City, Kansas City here I cum, they got millions of anus' there and I'm gonna get me one.
Posted by: Fats Domino at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (3c1uO)
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New Hampshire. Virginia was disloyal to the Union.
New Hampshire might as well be North Massachusetts.
New Hampshire might as well be North Massachusetts.
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (kqsXK)
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@184
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (UfMVm)
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I hate to burst everyone's bubble but that Kansas City poster is fake.
Fake but accurate.
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True story: friend brought me an invitation to a baby shower/family barbecue. Done by a professional and they were very proud. I just had to be the meanie pointing out that the open grill lid and the baby next to it looked like they were grilling the baby. They had them redone at no charge, but it was very weird. I guess professionals don't need proofreaders of any kind.
Fake but accurate.
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True story: friend brought me an invitation to a baby shower/family barbecue. Done by a professional and they were very proud. I just had to be the meanie pointing out that the open grill lid and the baby next to it looked like they were grilling the baby. They had them redone at no charge, but it was very weird. I guess professionals don't need proofreaders of any kind.
Posted by: mustbequantum at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (MIKMs)
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And the family shouldn't release where he is buried, for fear of it smelling like a urinal shortly thereafter.
Posted by: Huck Follywood, Vigilance Committee supporter at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (rBnYq)
He'll be buried at Arlington.
And the family shouldn't release where he is buried, for fear of it smelling like a urinal shortly thereafter.
Posted by: Huck Follywood, Vigilance Committee supporter at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (rBnYq)
He'll be buried at Arlington.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (10vO4)
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206 @184
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (UfMVm)
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Damn, do they love them some public service.
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (UfMVm)
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Damn, do they love them some public service.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (n9gGi)
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It's controversial but I think that qualification for life time medical coverage should be adjusted.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (VzbI
Yes. I didn't really come to a conclusion with my thoughts.
I think the way to end the 10 month wait time problem is to reduce the number of vets eligible for treatment.
It would result in a smaller budget for the VA, and of course the way government works, dollars=compassion=doing something, so proposing to reduce the VA budget is equivalent to just wearing a "I hate our veterans!" sandwich board.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (VzbI
Yes. I didn't really come to a conclusion with my thoughts.
I think the way to end the 10 month wait time problem is to reduce the number of vets eligible for treatment.
It would result in a smaller budget for the VA, and of course the way government works, dollars=compassion=doing something, so proposing to reduce the VA budget is equivalent to just wearing a "I hate our veterans!" sandwich board.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (Z5y53)
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There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
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My departed great uncle always said this.
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My departed great uncle always said this.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (vg8iE)
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@184
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (UfMVm)
"Legal" inside trading.
@184
There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
But for the life of me I can't figure it out.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:35 AM (UfMVm)
"Legal" inside trading.
Posted by: muckrack at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (rEnRw)
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What are the chances any of the captured ISIS leaders are any of the "rebels" that McPlanecrash and Egg McMuffin were pictured with?
Posted by: Captain Hate at May 10, 2018 11:37 AM (y7DUB)
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56 The coffee culture wars continue.
DURHAM
A controversy over rap music that led to the firing of two baristas resulted in anger from protesters and a flurry of apologies Wednesday as Duke University and a local coffee company tried to make amends.
The owner of Joe Van Gogh coffee company apologized for his handling of a situation at its Duke location. Two baristas were fired this week after a Duke vice president complained about profanity-laced rap music at the shop.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (+y/Ru)
If they hadn't been counseled about playing that kind of music before, then I don't agree with the firing. But if they had, if there was prescribed music to be played at the coffee shop owned by someone else, then yes, fire their nasty little butts. They were pushing boundaries, and they need to have consequences.
DURHAM
A controversy over rap music that led to the firing of two baristas resulted in anger from protesters and a flurry of apologies Wednesday as Duke University and a local coffee company tried to make amends.
The owner of Joe Van Gogh coffee company apologized for his handling of a situation at its Duke location. Two baristas were fired this week after a Duke vice president complained about profanity-laced rap music at the shop.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:08 AM (+y/Ru)
If they hadn't been counseled about playing that kind of music before, then I don't agree with the firing. But if they had, if there was prescribed music to be played at the coffee shop owned by someone else, then yes, fire their nasty little butts. They were pushing boundaries, and they need to have consequences.
Posted by: moki at May 10, 2018 11:37 AM (V+V48)
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So they just keep him on life support until June 1 then...
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (9iLHi)
On a serious note regarding McCain, does his "Office of the Senator John McCain" send out memos or updates on the status of his health? Like a normal entity would.
Or, is it all politics all the time, so that we can't know his general health status? Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day? At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right? Putting him on a vent for a month "for the party" would be ghoulish and sort of against the spirit of the law and the peopal he supposedly represents, no?
So they just keep him on life support until June 1 then...
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (9iLHi)
On a serious note regarding McCain, does his "Office of the Senator John McCain" send out memos or updates on the status of his health? Like a normal entity would.
Or, is it all politics all the time, so that we can't know his general health status? Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day? At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right? Putting him on a vent for a month "for the party" would be ghoulish and sort of against the spirit of the law and the peopal he supposedly represents, no?
Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:38 AM (ymnmz)
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>>Beginning today (May 10), Spotify users will no longer be able to find R. Kelly's music on any of the streaming service's editorial or algorithmic playlists.
While I am not an RKelly fan or defender, this is just another flavor of tech de-platforming. Today, it's RKelly, and maybe tomorrow, it's Kanye for supporting Trump, or say, a Country Music singer for being pro-life.
While I am not an RKelly fan or defender, this is just another flavor of tech de-platforming. Today, it's RKelly, and maybe tomorrow, it's Kanye for supporting Trump, or say, a Country Music singer for being pro-life.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:38 AM (W+vEI)
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So they just keep him on life support until June 1 then...
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (9iLHi)
On a serious note regarding McCain, does his "Office of the Senator John McCain" send out memos or updates on the status of his health? Like a normal entity would.
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I wouldn't be a bit surprised if he was already dead - and has been for quite some time.
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:31 AM (9iLHi)
On a serious note regarding McCain, does his "Office of the Senator John McCain" send out memos or updates on the status of his health? Like a normal entity would.
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I wouldn't be a bit surprised if he was already dead - and has been for quite some time.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:39 AM (vg8iE)
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Posted by: Jen the original at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (PjKd4)
If you have ongoing medical issues it sounds like it may be worth it. I'm healthy so it is not a service I require.
If you have ongoing medical issues it sounds like it may be worth it. I'm healthy so it is not a service I require.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:39 AM (VzbI8)
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Come on...we didn't see this coming at a TOURNAMENT for a game called CornHole?
Posted by: Cannibal Bob at May 10, 2018 11:40 AM (aljs9)
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And the family shouldn't release where he is buried, for fear of it smelling like a urinal shortly thereafter.
Posted by: Huck Follywood, Vigilance Committee supporter at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (rBnYq)
He'll be buried at Arlington.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (10vO4)
I want Trump to leave town when they bury me in Arlington!!! He must never visit my grave. Or speak well of me.... YEargh!!!!
And the family shouldn't release where he is buried, for fear of it smelling like a urinal shortly thereafter.
Posted by: Huck Follywood, Vigilance Committee supporter at May 10, 2018 11:30 AM (rBnYq)
He'll be buried at Arlington.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (10vO4)
I want Trump to leave town when they bury me in Arlington!!! He must never visit my grave. Or speak well of me.... YEargh!!!!
Posted by: McTumor at May 10, 2018 11:40 AM (ymnmz)
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It's not like there are a lot of musicians with questionable personal lives...
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 11:40 AM (LiyEm)
Posted by: Stormy Daniels at May 10, 2018 11:40 AM (MxEKc)
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Just since changing their name to Scouts BSA, they Boy Scouts have lost... over 450,000 of their 2,300,000 members. I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (39g3+)
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If they hadn't been counseled about playing that kind of music before, then I don't agree with the firing.
The sad part is you have to counsel somebody about playing profanity laced music in that type of setting.
If they hadn't been counseled about playing that kind of music before, then I don't agree with the firing.
The sad part is you have to counsel somebody about playing profanity laced music in that type of setting.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (10vO4)
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I'm not dead yet!
Posted by: Zombie John McCornHole at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (aljs9)
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Her doc gets to be a doc instead of a pill writing machine.
Posted by: Jen the original at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (PjKd4)
We've done the concierge Doctor thing for my 89 year old Mom.
Was $1200 a year.... but... as she sees him about once a week for various things.. and he can then spend TIME with her...
Well worth it for her...
Now me? who goes to the Doctor once very couple of years??? not worth it, so don't...
Posted by: Jen the original at May 10, 2018 11:34 AM (PjKd4)
We've done the concierge Doctor thing for my 89 year old Mom.
Was $1200 a year.... but... as she sees him about once a week for various things.. and he can then spend TIME with her...
Well worth it for her...
Now me? who goes to the Doctor once very couple of years??? not worth it, so don't...
Posted by: Don Q. at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (NgKpN)
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Just since changing their name to Scouts BSA, they Boy Scouts have lost... over 450,000 of their 2,300,000 members. I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
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Oh, pity.
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Oh, pity.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (vg8iE)
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217. You're not fooling anyone. Get in the cart.
Posted by: Your Decidedly Devious Uncle Palpatine, Slavic Customer Service Rep. at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (fA1SL)
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He'll be buried at Arlington.z"
It'd be funny to see Trump find a way to take away his Arlington burial plot. But it would be petty and stupid
and would reflect badly on him, so he shouldn't do that.
but it still would be funny.
It'd be funny to see Trump find a way to take away his Arlington burial plot. But it would be petty and stupid
and would reflect badly on him, so he shouldn't do that.
but it still would be funny.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (k1TUh)
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That cornhole got outta hand fast.
Posted by: eleven at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (+lOpA)
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Full Stock of Russia-Linked Facebook Ads Shows How Propaganda Developed
Newly released documents show how Russian propagandists on Facebook grew increasingly sophisticated and inflammatory in their tactics over two years as they worked to sow discord in the U.S. before and after the 2016 presidential election.
I've seen the ads. They wouldn't have persuaded a retarded 11 year old.
Newly released documents show how Russian propagandists on Facebook grew increasingly sophisticated and inflammatory in their tactics over two years as they worked to sow discord in the U.S. before and after the 2016 presidential election.
I've seen the ads. They wouldn't have persuaded a retarded 11 year old.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (39g3+)
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184 I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May, Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
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216 >>Beginning today (May 10), Spotify users will no longer be able to find R. Kelly's music on any of the streaming service's editorial or algorithmic playlists.
While I am not an RKelly fan or defender, this is just another flavor of tech de-platforming. Today, it's RKelly, and maybe tomorrow, it's Kanye for supporting Trump, or say, a Country Music singer for being pro-life.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:38 AM (W+vEI)
This is why I don't stream music, or have a kindle. Sooner or later Amazon will start sending books they don't like down the memory hole.
While I am not an RKelly fan or defender, this is just another flavor of tech de-platforming. Today, it's RKelly, and maybe tomorrow, it's Kanye for supporting Trump, or say, a Country Music singer for being pro-life.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:38 AM (W+vEI)
This is why I don't stream music, or have a kindle. Sooner or later Amazon will start sending books they don't like down the memory hole.
Posted by: josephistan at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (7HtZB)
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Kansas City, you'll be hearing from our asstorneys.
Posted by: San Francisco at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (p+uzU)
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>>He'll be buried at Arlington. Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (10vO4)
"I know it's not been done before, Jared, but see if a President can eminent-domain an already-occupied plot in the Arlington National Cemetery. Just this once, maybe 20x20 square. For a bahn-mi sandwich stand or something."
"I know it's not been done before, Jared, but see if a President can eminent-domain an already-occupied plot in the Arlington National Cemetery. Just this once, maybe 20x20 square. For a bahn-mi sandwich stand or something."
Posted by: Zod Plenipotentiary at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (Bdeb0)
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Just since changing their name to Scouts BSA, they Boy Scouts have lost... over 450,000 of their 2,300,000 members. I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM
And the Mormon church announced yesterday they are cutting ties with the Soy Scouts. They are their biggest supporter members wise. The BSA killed a once great organization.
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM
And the Mormon church announced yesterday they are cutting ties with the Soy Scouts. They are their biggest supporter members wise. The BSA killed a once great organization.
Posted by: Minnfidel at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (3c1uO)
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I'm feeling better!!!
Posted by: Zombie John McCornHole at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (aljs9)
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You know what? What the hell, $5 on June 1 12:01 am.
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (9iLHi)
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Here richly, with ridiculous display,
The Politician's corpse was laid away.
While all of his acquaintance sneered and slanged,
I wept: for I had longed to see him hanged.
Hilaire Belloc - Epitaph on the Politician Himself
Here richly, with ridiculous display,
The Politician's corpse was laid away.
While all of his acquaintance sneered and slanged,
I wept: for I had longed to see him hanged.
Hilaire Belloc - Epitaph on the Politician Himself
Posted by: Frankly at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (GCBfW)
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Amen on closing the VA. All vets should get care wherever and whenever they need it privately and locally.. paid for by the government. No questions asked.
One portion of the VA medical system I would keep alive, however, might be special care units - like orthotic and prosthetic and rehab.
Everything else can be done at any hospital or doctor's office anywhere in this country.
One portion of the VA medical system I would keep alive, however, might be special care units - like orthotic and prosthetic and rehab.
Everything else can be done at any hospital or doctor's office anywhere in this country.
Posted by: Chi-Town Jerry at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (so+oy)
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With the vast overwhelming majority of these pitiful ads running AFTER the election.
This whole thing has been one giant LE, IC, Deep State op from jump street.
With the vast overwhelming majority of these pitiful ads running AFTER the election.
This whole thing has been one giant LE, IC, Deep State op from jump street.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (UfMVm)
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I wonder what those who accuse us of denying science will do with this.
The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (+y/Ru)
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Is it illegal for Russians or any other foreigner to buy political ads?
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (LiyEm)
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At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?
You might think so.
You might think so.
Posted by: Mrs. President Wilson at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (cPONf)
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John McCain is a true American hero for resisting Trumpist tyranny and delivering the dossiering the don!
If only he could have gotten that dastardly Paolo before his death!
If only he could have gotten that dastardly Paolo before his death!
Posted by: Bill Kristol at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (EZSQ8)
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All vets should get care wherever and whenever they need it privately and locally.. paid for by the government.
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If it's good enough for illegal aliens, it's good enough for veterans.
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If it's good enough for illegal aliens, it's good enough for veterans.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (vg8iE)
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Why does the VA abuse old and cripple vets? cause they are old and cripple
Why does IRS go after widows and orphans inheritance? cause they are widows and children
Why does IRS go after widows and orphans inheritance? cause they are widows and children
Posted by: rhennigantx at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (JFO2v)
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Newly released documents show how Russian propagandists on Facebook grew increasingly sophisticated and inflammatory in their tactics over two years as they worked to sow discord in the U.S. before and after the 2016 presidential election.
I've seen the ads. They wouldn't have persuaded a retarded 11 year old.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (39g3+)
so, they were persuasive to democrats then?
Newly released documents show how Russian propagandists on Facebook grew increasingly sophisticated and inflammatory in their tactics over two years as they worked to sow discord in the U.S. before and after the 2016 presidential election.
I've seen the ads. They wouldn't have persuaded a retarded 11 year old.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (39g3+)
so, they were persuasive to democrats then?
Posted by: Don Q. at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (NgKpN)
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184 I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May,
Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can
keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to
appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game
they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
This. At some point someone has to, you know, see that he is still alive and not just some husk full of hoses and his NVA handlers issuing statements in his name. (OK the NVA was a cheap shot, but hey.)
184 I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May,
Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can
keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to
appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game
they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
This. At some point someone has to, you know, see that he is still alive and not just some husk full of hoses and his NVA handlers issuing statements in his name. (OK the NVA was a cheap shot, but hey.)
Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM (ymnmz)
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>>It'd be funny to see Trump find a way to take away his Arlington burial plot.
The thing is, all Trump has to do is sit back and let McCain go out in an explosion of bitterness and bile.
There's nothing he could say about McCain that could harm him as much as his last gasp insults.
The thing is, all Trump has to do is sit back and let McCain go out in an explosion of bitterness and bile.
There's nothing he could say about McCain that could harm him as much as his last gasp insults.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM (W+vEI)
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It'd be funny to see Trump find a way to take away his Arlington burial plot. But it would be petty and stupid
and would reflect badly on him, so he shouldn't do that.
but it still would be funny.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (k1TUh)
Looking back, some a my best stuff was petty and stupid. just sayin.
and would reflect badly on him, so he shouldn't do that.
but it still would be funny.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:41 AM (k1TUh)
Looking back, some a my best stuff was petty and stupid. just sayin.
Posted by: Zombie John McCornHole at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM (aljs9)
Posted by: Indiana Jones at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM (+lOpA)
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At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?
Don't be silly
At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?
Don't be silly
Posted by: RBG at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (10vO4)
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Amen on closing the VA. All vets should get care wherever and whenever they need it privately and locally.. paid for by the government. No questions asked.
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
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I think I'll go for a walk now!!
Posted by: Zombie John McCornHole at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (aljs9)
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But just you wait, when we go vegan, change our name to Soy Scouts, and introduce a body dysphoria and cross-dressing merit badges, the membership rolls will swell like Rodney King's head.
Posted by: Mike Surbaugh, Cuck Scouts U.S.A. at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (A6Xv7)
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"Embalm, cremate, and bury; take no chances."
Winston Churchill, upon hearing of the death of Stanley Baldwin
"Embalm, cremate, and bury; take no chances."
Winston Churchill, upon hearing of the death of Stanley Baldwin
Posted by: Frankly at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (GCBfW)
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235. Who doesn't love banh mi? See, this guy - the redhead with the weird facr - he gets it.
Posted by: Your Decidedly Devious Uncle Palpatine, Slavic Customer Service Rep. at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (fA1SL)
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>>238 You know what? What the hell, $5 on June 1 12:01 am. Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (9iLHi)
...add Ruth Bader Ginsburg and bet the exacta.
...add Ruth Bader Ginsburg and bet the exacta.
Posted by: Zod Plenipotentiary at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (Bdeb0)
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The BSA killed a once great organization.
The organization claims its going to be more "global" now.
What the "B" and "A" now stand for in Scouts BSA is not explained anywhere.
The organization claims its going to be more "global" now.
What the "B" and "A" now stand for in Scouts BSA is not explained anywhere.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (39g3+)
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One portion of the VA medical system I would keep alive, however, might
be special care units - like orthotic and prosthetic and rehab.
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^^^THIS^^^
be special care units - like orthotic and prosthetic and rehab.
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^^^THIS^^^
Posted by: mustbequantum at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (MIKMs)
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Which means they will have lost over 40pct of their members, and they aint making that up with girl scouts jumping ship.
So it's going to be a quick downward spiral for the Scouts.
Which means they will have lost over 40pct of their members, and they aint making that up with girl scouts jumping ship.
So it's going to be a quick downward spiral for the Scouts.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (UfMVm)
Posted by: rhennigantx at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (JFO2v)
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... not to be a dick to the wounded veteran in the post, but the VA (and all hospitals) are not supposed to hand out opiates to people who show up in the ER at 10something at night with an expired script demanding opiates.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (F5+ro)
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This is why I don't stream music, or have a
kindle. Sooner or later Amazon will start sending books they don't like
down the memory hole.
Posted by: josephistan at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (7HtZB)
Dindt amazon already do that by deleting titels from customers kindle that was bought , i think it even was an orwell book over copywright issues...
This is why I don't stream music, or have a
kindle. Sooner or later Amazon will start sending books they don't like
down the memory hole.
Posted by: josephistan at May 10, 2018 11:43 AM (7HtZB)
Dindt amazon already do that by deleting titels from customers kindle that was bought , i think it even was an orwell book over copywright issues...
Posted by: muckrack at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (rEnRw)
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I just wrapped up 3 months of ER and Dr visits, including CT scans, xrays, MRI's, various blood tests, to find I did not have pneumonia, pleurisy, bronchitis, ascites, pleural effusion, costochondritis, marfan syndrome, but to find the correct dx of zoster sine herpete... internal shingles. 8 different doctors, 5 different facilities,12 weeks. Overtreated with antibiotics I did not need. Overused emergency and urgent care as private practice specialist are unavailable for 5-6 weeks for appointments.
So yea, Fedzilla can certainly make this better. /sarc
So yea, Fedzilla can certainly make this better. /sarc
Posted by: BluesFish at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (oY3AD)
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243 Is it illegal for Russians or any other foreigner to buy political ads?
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (LiyEm)
That's actually an interesting question...
Campaign Law says yes.... but...
The Supremes have said that our Rights such as Freedom of Speech are not just for citizens...
And as we have LOTS of illegals spending money on politics in the US.. how can you then say Russians cannot?
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 11:44 AM (LiyEm)
That's actually an interesting question...
Campaign Law says yes.... but...
The Supremes have said that our Rights such as Freedom of Speech are not just for citizens...
And as we have LOTS of illegals spending money on politics in the US.. how can you then say Russians cannot?
Posted by: Don Q. at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (NgKpN)
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He occasionally stumbles over the truth, but he picks himself up and proceeds as if nothing had happened."
- Winston Churchill's description of Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin
He occasionally stumbles over the truth, but he picks himself up and proceeds as if nothing had happened."
- Winston Churchill's description of Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin
Posted by: Frankly at May 10, 2018 11:48 AM (GCBfW)
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Or, is it all politics all the time, so that we can't know his general health status?"
I guess you're unaware of what's been happening - he's been in seclusion at Cindy's Palace in Sedona for months now, with vetted private health care attending to him. No one sees him or talks to him unless it gets cleared through Cindy. Why do you think there has only been one picture of him allowed to go public in the last 6 months? (and that was a Weekend at Bernie's still of Cindy pushing him around the yard in a wheelchair, all wrapped up so you couldn't even see him)
"Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day?"
Yep, that's about the size of it. Ridiculous to believe that he's even aware of any of these statements going out in his name, that's his staff doing that. Why would they cover up his condition? Because every one of them hits the unemployment line the day the truth comes out. Unless Cindy gets his job, of course.
"At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?"
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
I guess you're unaware of what's been happening - he's been in seclusion at Cindy's Palace in Sedona for months now, with vetted private health care attending to him. No one sees him or talks to him unless it gets cleared through Cindy. Why do you think there has only been one picture of him allowed to go public in the last 6 months? (and that was a Weekend at Bernie's still of Cindy pushing him around the yard in a wheelchair, all wrapped up so you couldn't even see him)
"Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day?"
Yep, that's about the size of it. Ridiculous to believe that he's even aware of any of these statements going out in his name, that's his staff doing that. Why would they cover up his condition? Because every one of them hits the unemployment line the day the truth comes out. Unless Cindy gets his job, of course.
"At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?"
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:48 AM (k1TUh)
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Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM (ymnmz)
In the trade, I think it's called "proof of life"!
In the trade, I think it's called "proof of life"!
Posted by: Comrade Hrothgar at May 10, 2018 11:48 AM (n9EOP)
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The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
So what you're saying then is that if you inject water underground hundreds of feet below the water table, it doesn't affect the water table?
Unpossible!!
So what you're saying then is that if you inject water underground hundreds of feet below the water table, it doesn't affect the water table?
Unpossible!!
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:49 AM (39g3+)
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So is Kansas City planning to change its name to New Sodom?
Meet the New Sodom.
Same as the Old Sodom.
So is Kansas City planning to change its name to New Sodom?
Meet the New Sodom.
Same as the Old Sodom.
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at May 10, 2018 11:49 AM (IqV8l)
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George Will has gone soft on Trump:
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Link to the Nat'l Laughingstock:
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Link to the Nat'l Laughingstock:
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (+y/Ru)
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
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As a veteran who did my four years and out (biggest regret of my life, but anyway....) I don't think someone like me should get such a perk.
I only support it for retirees, conflict veterans or those who were injured in service.
I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
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As a veteran who did my four years and out (biggest regret of my life, but anyway....) I don't think someone like me should get such a perk.
I only support it for retirees, conflict veterans or those who were injured in service.
Posted by: bicentennialguy at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (vg8iE)
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The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
I thought fracking on the mainland caused volcanoes to erupt in Hawaii?
The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
I thought fracking on the mainland caused volcanoes to erupt in Hawaii?
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (IqV8l)
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (O8xF7)
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Or, is it all politics all the time, so that we can't know his general health status?"
I guess you're unaware of what's been happening - he's been in
seclusion at Cindy's Palace in Sedona for months now, with vetted
private health care attending to him. No one sees him or talks to him
unless it gets cleared through Cindy. Why do you think there has only
been one picture of him allowed to go public in the last 6 months? (and
that was a Weekend at Bernie's still of Cindy pushing him around the
yard in a wheelchair, all wrapped up so you couldn't even see him)
"Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day?"
Yep, that's about the size of it. Ridiculous to believe that he's
even aware of any of these statements going out in his name, that's his
staff doing that. Why would they cover up his condition? Because every
one of them hits the unemployment line the day the truth comes out.
Unless Cindy gets his job, of course.
"At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?"
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:48 AM (k1TUh)
I did not no that.
Those people are actual ghouls.
Or, is it all politics all the time, so that we can't know his general health status?"
I guess you're unaware of what's been happening - he's been in
seclusion at Cindy's Palace in Sedona for months now, with vetted
private health care attending to him. No one sees him or talks to him
unless it gets cleared through Cindy. Why do you think there has only
been one picture of him allowed to go public in the last 6 months? (and
that was a Weekend at Bernie's still of Cindy pushing him around the
yard in a wheelchair, all wrapped up so you couldn't even see him)
"Is he literally holed up somewhere on life support to be The Mav From Arizona for just one more day?"
Yep, that's about the size of it. Ridiculous to believe that he's
even aware of any of these statements going out in his name, that's his
staff doing that. Why would they cover up his condition? Because every
one of them hits the unemployment line the day the truth comes out.
Unless Cindy gets his job, of course.
"At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?"
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:48 AM (k1TUh)
I did not no that.
Those people are actual ghouls.
Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:51 AM (ymnmz)
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*holds envelope to forehead*
*opens envelope*
How can you tell that Shep Smith has moved into Kansas City?
*opens envelope*
How can you tell that Shep Smith has moved into Kansas City?
Posted by: Carnac the Magnificent at May 10, 2018 11:51 AM (/qEW2)
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
Eh. I have mixed feelings on this one.
And only for this reason: As a millennial, I know a ton of vets. I'd say 1/2 to 2/3 of my friends served in the military.
...And nearly all of them are getting some form of disability through the VA.
But, and here's the part that kind of annoys me -- the guy who served on an air craft carrier is like 75% disabled due to hearing loss and stubbing his toe and like a million minor ailments, while one of my buddies who served multiple tours in Iraq as army infantry, survived 2 IED's going off in his convoy, etc. etc. gets next to nothing from the VA.
Oh, and like half of the guys are current or recovering opiate addicts, thanks to the VA's former policy of handing drugs out like its fucking candy.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
Eh. I have mixed feelings on this one.
And only for this reason: As a millennial, I know a ton of vets. I'd say 1/2 to 2/3 of my friends served in the military.
...And nearly all of them are getting some form of disability through the VA.
But, and here's the part that kind of annoys me -- the guy who served on an air craft carrier is like 75% disabled due to hearing loss and stubbing his toe and like a million minor ailments, while one of my buddies who served multiple tours in Iraq as army infantry, survived 2 IED's going off in his convoy, etc. etc. gets next to nothing from the VA.
Oh, and like half of the guys are current or recovering opiate addicts, thanks to the VA's former policy of handing drugs out like its fucking candy.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 11:51 AM (F5+ro)
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Cornhole is a game.
Not to those that do it progessionally
Posted by: rhennigantx at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (JFO2v)
That reminds me of an old Punch cartoon from the 1930s, where a gentleman at a party asks a slinky, seductive woman, "Don't you think musical chairs is a silly game?" and she smiles, "Not the way I play it."
Not to those that do it progessionally
Posted by: rhennigantx at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (JFO2v)
That reminds me of an old Punch cartoon from the 1930s, where a gentleman at a party asks a slinky, seductive woman, "Don't you think musical chairs is a silly game?" and she smiles, "Not the way I play it."
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing at May 10, 2018 11:51 AM (kqsXK)
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273
George Will has gone soft on Trump:
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Link to the Nat'l Laughingstock:
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (+y/Ru)
So these old fuckers will try to limit freedom until they die of age?
Pointless sadism.
George Will has gone soft on Trump:
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Link to the Nat'l Laughingstock:
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (+y/Ru)
So these old fuckers will try to limit freedom until they die of age?
Pointless sadism.
Posted by: muckrack at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (rEnRw)
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This is why I don't stream music, or have a kindle. Sooner or later Amazon will start sending books they don't like down the memory hole.
This is a real concern for me, and I'm not even kidding. If Amazon decides that Moron Writers are part of a hate group (very real possibility if Hillary had won) then would they delete my books? Restrict their visibility?
They have already gotten caught editing classic books to remove passages deemed no longer politically correct. Would they decide some of the passages in my books are improper and eliminate them? How would I ever know?
This is a real concern for me, and I'm not even kidding. If Amazon decides that Moron Writers are part of a hate group (very real possibility if Hillary had won) then would they delete my books? Restrict their visibility?
They have already gotten caught editing classic books to remove passages deemed no longer politically correct. Would they decide some of the passages in my books are improper and eliminate them? How would I ever know?
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (39g3+)
Posted by: The gays at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (+lOpA)
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> There's a reason people raise and spend upwards of 100 million dollars to get a job that pays $175K
Harry Reid has never had a real job. Ever. He's led an entire life of "selfless public service".
Yet, somehow, he has a net worth of $10 million. Much, much more if you count the various assets that are in the names of his family members.
Harry Reid has never had a real job. Ever. He's led an entire life of "selfless public service".
Yet, somehow, he has a net worth of $10 million. Much, much more if you count the various assets that are in the names of his family members.
Posted by: Rodrigo Borgia, Pope Alexander VI at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (GXOTw)
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At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?
Don't be silly."
We should remember, both William Rhenquist and Thurgood Marshall remained on the Supreme Court for years after they reached this point. Rhenquist would be rolled into the hearing room by some strapping male nurse, and he would sit there looking like the first Captain Pike in the old Star Trek.
Don't be silly."
We should remember, both William Rhenquist and Thurgood Marshall remained on the Supreme Court for years after they reached this point. Rhenquist would be rolled into the hearing room by some strapping male nurse, and he would sit there looking like the first Captain Pike in the old Star Trek.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (k1TUh)
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Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:36 AM (Z5y53)
See that's what happens when I post first and then go back and read the comments. Looks like we've seen the same thing.
See that's what happens when I post first and then go back and read the comments. Looks like we've seen the same thing.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 11:52 AM (VzbI8)
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Kansas City, Kansas City here I come.
Posted by: Don Lemon with masking tape on his forehead at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (HgMAr)
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Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
Little things like Agent Orange???
Or the fact that I worked with very high powered Radars for many many years?
Or the untested inoculations they gave us during Desert Storm?
or the Asbestos in one of the Navy ships I was on?
or...
Hell.... I'm surprised Cancer has not popped up yet!
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
Little things like Agent Orange???
Or the fact that I worked with very high powered Radars for many many years?
Or the untested inoculations they gave us during Desert Storm?
or the Asbestos in one of the Navy ships I was on?
or...
Hell.... I'm surprised Cancer has not popped up yet!
Posted by: Don Q. at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (NgKpN)
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Honest question here but what legitimately conservative positions has John McCain taken while in the Senate?
Posted by: Northernlurker but call me Teem. at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (nBr1j)
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat, during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30 years later?
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As a veteran who did my four years and out (biggest regret of my life, but anyway....) I don't think someone like me should get such a perk.
I only support it for retirees, conflict veterans or those who were injured in service.
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My understanding is that the VA will treat any and all veterans - particularly the aged. Now that treatment may be bad and it may be delayed, but they eventually can get treatment - no matter what? Is that true?
I ask because the VA to me is a cheap way of saying we care for our veterans. This country has accepted that we should pay for those you described. But I'm not sure this country would agree we should pay for all veterans. I just wonder if the VA prevents us (as a country) from asking this question.
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As a veteran who did my four years and out (biggest regret of my life, but anyway....) I don't think someone like me should get such a perk.
I only support it for retirees, conflict veterans or those who were injured in service.
---------
My understanding is that the VA will treat any and all veterans - particularly the aged. Now that treatment may be bad and it may be delayed, but they eventually can get treatment - no matter what? Is that true?
I ask because the VA to me is a cheap way of saying we care for our veterans. This country has accepted that we should pay for those you described. But I'm not sure this country would agree we should pay for all veterans. I just wonder if the VA prevents us (as a country) from asking this question.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (sX1BW)
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Stomped:
I hope he keeps talking, getting all this off his chest. He's obviously been dying (no pun intended) to say this stuff. McCain is leaving this world in the McCainiest manner possible. May help people put his legacy in perspective.
I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (lGrs1)
Actually, would it really matter what party gets his seat? I mean, McCain's picture is in the dictionary as CLASSIC RINO. He has voted against the Repukes more often that he has voted with them, I believe. POS.
What a nasty, bitter man.
I hope he keeps talking, getting all this off his chest. He's obviously been dying (no pun intended) to say this stuff. McCain is leaving this world in the McCainiest manner possible. May help people put his legacy in perspective.
I'm really, really curious how the GOPe is going to insure that his seat remains in the Democrat column. Even though his death is imminent, there has been zero talk of succession.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:01 AM (lGrs1)
Actually, would it really matter what party gets his seat? I mean, McCain's picture is in the dictionary as CLASSIC RINO. He has voted against the Repukes more often that he has voted with them, I believe. POS.
What a nasty, bitter man.
Posted by: Charlotte the sailor at May 10, 2018 11:54 AM (2Pd3s)
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>>"At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?"
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
Posted by: Tom Servo
Interesting - didn't know the details of his last few months.
There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
Posted by: Tom Servo
Interesting - didn't know the details of his last few months.
Posted by: Lizzy at May 10, 2018 11:54 AM (W+vEI)
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The study you won't be hearing about: No impact on groundwater from fracking
"It doesn't matter because fracking causes earthquakes and keeps providing fossil fuels to evil truck owners and that's killing the environment and causing out of control global warming!!!!1!!1! And besides, that study was probably paid for by petrol dollars so its not real science!!!"
--Typical leftist
"It doesn't matter because fracking causes earthquakes and keeps providing fossil fuels to evil truck owners and that's killing the environment and causing out of control global warming!!!!1!!1! And besides, that study was probably paid for by petrol dollars so its not real science!!!"
--Typical leftist
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:54 AM (39g3+)
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I've read up to comment 256 two or three times.
I don't know much about the VA.
Seems like a common thought is the veterans are the problem w/ the VA.
I'm not sure that makes sense.
I don't know much about the VA.
Seems like a common thought is the veterans are the problem w/ the VA.
I'm not sure that makes sense.
Posted by: dDan at May 10, 2018 11:54 AM (hwYmz)
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At some point he becomes unconscious and unable to respond, and then he would have to be replaced, right?
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CONFUSION: Pelosi says tax cut was 'uh milli-, uh billi-, uh a trillion and a half dollars'...
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CONFUSION: Pelosi says tax cut was 'uh milli-, uh billi-, uh a trillion and a half dollars'...
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:55 AM (+y/Ru)
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I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us.
Posted by: Jackal at May 10, 2018 11:03
Even if McCain does that, it won't matter.
AZ law is the replacement has to be the same party as the replacee was at the time of the replacee's election.
Posted by: Jackal at May 10, 2018 11:03
Even if McCain does that, it won't matter.
AZ law is the replacement has to be the same party as the replacee was at the time of the replacee's election.
Posted by: Chuck C at May 10, 2018 11:55 AM (4Vu64)
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Posted by: BluesFish at May 10, 2018 11:47 AM (oY3AD)
Did they really suggest Marfan Syndrome?
Wow.
Did they really suggest Marfan Syndrome?
Wow.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at May 10, 2018 11:55 AM (wYseH)
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>>Honest question here but what legitimately conservative positions has John McCain taken while in the Senate?
He was the Most Conservative of the Keating Five?
He was the Most Conservative of the Keating Five?
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:55 AM (O8xF7)
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There's every chance that this has already happened, weeks or even months ago.
He may already be dead as far as we know. He should have resigned from congress last year.
And yes, he's voted for things conservatives support, such as anti terrorism legislation and funding the military.
He may already be dead as far as we know. He should have resigned from congress last year.
And yes, he's voted for things conservatives support, such as anti terrorism legislation and funding the military.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (39g3+)
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Just since changing their name to Scouts BSA, they Boy Scouts have lost... over 450,000 of their 2,300,000 members. I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor
OK, several pieces of BS here.
First, it's still the Boy Scouts of America. The program formerly known as "Boy Scouts" is what had its name changed.
Second--and as hard as this may be to swallow, this is legit--the LDS move had been in the offing for a year or more. LDS had exited the Venturing program (which had been co-ed since its beginnings many decades ago) at the end of 2017, and it was fairly widely known they were working on the rest.
In short, this site did zero research to back up its story, showing the same brilliant standards of editorial conduct for which we regularly crucify the likes of the New York Times. That, or it just decided to run with the outrage.
Look, think what you will of the changes, at least get the details right.
http://tinyurl.com/ya7vg8k7
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor
OK, several pieces of BS here.
First, it's still the Boy Scouts of America. The program formerly known as "Boy Scouts" is what had its name changed.
Second--and as hard as this may be to swallow, this is legit--the LDS move had been in the offing for a year or more. LDS had exited the Venturing program (which had been co-ed since its beginnings many decades ago) at the end of 2017, and it was fairly widely known they were working on the rest.
In short, this site did zero research to back up its story, showing the same brilliant standards of editorial conduct for which we regularly crucify the likes of the New York Times. That, or it just decided to run with the outrage.
Look, think what you will of the changes, at least get the details right.
Posted by: Brother Cavil, Abbot of St. Costello-on-the-Hurlingbone at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (AM1GF)
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My understanding is that the VA will treat any and all veterans - particularly the aged. Now that treatment may be bad and it may be delayed, but they eventually can get treatment - no matter what? Is that true?
I ask because the VA to me is a cheap way of saying we care for our veterans. This country has accepted that we should pay for those you described. But I'm not sure this country would agree we should pay for all veterans. I just wonder if the VA prevents us (as a country) from asking this question.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (sX1BW)
No, I don't think everyone gets lifetime benefits.
I think you need to retire, or have a (on paper at least) legit injury from your time in service to get VA benefits beyond a certain amount of time out of the service.
I ask because the VA to me is a cheap way of saying we care for our veterans. This country has accepted that we should pay for those you described. But I'm not sure this country would agree we should pay for all veterans. I just wonder if the VA prevents us (as a country) from asking this question.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (sX1BW)
No, I don't think everyone gets lifetime benefits.
I think you need to retire, or have a (on paper at least) legit injury from your time in service to get VA benefits beyond a certain amount of time out of the service.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (F5+ro)
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George Will has gone soft on Trump:
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Either he is a defeated man or his bowtie is too tight.
"Trump is no longer the worst person in government"
The worst person is now Pence because Trump is just a buffoon but Pence as consciously chosen evil.
Either he is a defeated man or his bowtie is too tight.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (10vO4)
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Nope, Vets without injuries due to service that served outside war should not be able to use the VA, Vets injured in service and vets that served with wartime service should get care. GOOD PROMPT CARE.
Posted by: USNtakim prfoundly deplorable! at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (0OmEj)
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@273
Any man that uses the word oleaginous, which sounds like a faggy French word, when a more natural and non faggy alternative can be used is someone that is not to be payed attention to.
Any man that uses the word oleaginous, which sounds like a faggy French word, when a more natural and non faggy alternative can be used is someone that is not to be payed attention to.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (UfMVm)
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George Will is like the rest of the deadender NeverTrumps like Patterico, Fat Fuck Erickson and the pseudo conservative shitheads: retarded monkeys throwing shit while failing to acknowledge the most conservative President since Reagan. Levin is ecstatic over what Trump has done and not one of those mealy mouthed cocksuckers could go toe to toe with Ol' Yeller.
Posted by: Captain Hate at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (y7DUB)
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>>>>184 I recall reading something that if he croaks before the end of May,
Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can
keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to
appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game
they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
This. At
some point someone has to, you know, see that he is still alive and not
just some husk full of hoses and his NVA handlers issuing statements in
his name. (OK the NVA was a cheap shot, but hey.)
Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM
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.I have been saying this since mid December. No one in the public has seen him since then and there are no videos or even audio of him making any statements anywhere that I can find.
There is one grainy sort of selfie of him and his wife but you can't tell who it is in the picture sitting in the wheelchair, it literally could be anybody, but there is nothing else of him in public.
Arizona has to hold a replacement election this fall, but if they can
keep the body on ice for another 3 weeks, then the Governor gets to
appoint whoever he wants to hold the seat until 2020. So that's the game
they're all playing - Don't let the Voters have a say!!!!
The Governor could even appoint himself to the seat.
Posted by: Tom Servo
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
This. At
some point someone has to, you know, see that he is still alive and not
just some husk full of hoses and his NVA handlers issuing statements in
his name. (OK the NVA was a cheap shot, but hey.)
Posted by: Cuthbert the Witless at May 10, 2018 11:45 AM
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.I have been saying this since mid December. No one in the public has seen him since then and there are no videos or even audio of him making any statements anywhere that I can find.
There is one grainy sort of selfie of him and his wife but you can't tell who it is in the picture sitting in the wheelchair, it literally could be anybody, but there is nothing else of him in public.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 11:56 AM (+Dllb)
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(28 Over the Horizon RADAR?
Over the Horizon RADAR?Posted by: Burger Chef at May 10, 2018 11:57 AM (RuIsu)
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At this point, with 5 year service requirements and a dwindling military, it may be that giving 5 years of service to the military is worth paid healthcare for life.
Whether it is or isn't, it strikes me that the VA system is a lousy way to deliver the healthcare. However, from what I have heard, the VA offers the intangible benefit of connecting suffering veterans together. So maybe there is a better way to disentangle the healthcare from the camaraderie benefit it seems the VA can provide.
Whether it is or isn't, it strikes me that the VA system is a lousy way to deliver the healthcare. However, from what I have heard, the VA offers the intangible benefit of connecting suffering veterans together. So maybe there is a better way to disentangle the healthcare from the camaraderie benefit it seems the VA can provide.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:57 AM (sX1BW)
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>>My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
posted by Artisanal 'ette
This. What the private sector will never be able to provide is the specific mental health care to veterans. As a VA employee, I would suggest turning hospitals into big clinics where vets could get their psychological care and basic primary care.
I have worked in the private sector for a large medical center for 11 years and the VA for 9. Very complicated issues and just closing down VA hospitals and firing everyone is not the answer.
posted by Artisanal 'ette
This. What the private sector will never be able to provide is the specific mental health care to veterans. As a VA employee, I would suggest turning hospitals into big clinics where vets could get their psychological care and basic primary care.
I have worked in the private sector for a large medical center for 11 years and the VA for 9. Very complicated issues and just closing down VA hospitals and firing everyone is not the answer.
Posted by: Cheri at May 10, 2018 11:57 AM (oiNtH)
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I'll ask what may be an unpopular question, but
should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an
expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat,
during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30
years later?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
There are limitations to what the VA provides based on the nature of one's service. When I got out of the Navy after six years, I got a free cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of discounted (not free) care, because I had not served in a combat zone and had not been injured in the line of duty (at least, not enough to warrant medical care). After I deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back to full VA coverage. However, the default is that if you have any kind of insurance, e.g., employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your insurance. The amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to veterans is pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider) still get a bill.
should all vets get care paid for the government? Because that is an
expensive proposition. What about vets who never served in combat,
during a war, and never was injured? Are we caring for their cancer 30
years later?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
There are limitations to what the VA provides based on the nature of one's service. When I got out of the Navy after six years, I got a free cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of discounted (not free) care, because I had not served in a combat zone and had not been injured in the line of duty (at least, not enough to warrant medical care). After I deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back to full VA coverage. However, the default is that if you have any kind of insurance, e.g., employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your insurance. The amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to veterans is pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider) still get a bill.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (uiwCw)
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Honest question here but what legitimately conservative positions has John McCain taken while in the Senate?
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He wants to bomb everybody and his brother. And the horse he rode in on. And the horse his brother rode in on.
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He wants to bomb everybody and his brother. And the horse he rode in on. And the horse his brother rode in on.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (+y/Ru)
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If you want to see despicable, see Phillippe Reines' tweets about Don Jr.'s wife.
When even Chelsea Clinton says that was despicable (he used to be her press secretary) you know he was low down.
When even Chelsea Clinton says that was despicable (he used to be her press secretary) you know he was low down.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (39g3+)
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>>I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date.
Alive?
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Alive?
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
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I am not blaming veterans for the problems of the VA. The problem is the VA, and its enabling legislation.
Now, it is NOT the case that any veteran can just walk up to the VA hospital and get treated for life. There are tiers of eligibility. It is those outer tiers where you find the long waits for treatment - mostly.
Now, it is NOT the case that any veteran can just walk up to the VA hospital and get treated for life. There are tiers of eligibility. It is those outer tiers where you find the long waits for treatment - mostly.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (Z5y53)
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I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (10vO4)
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Late to the thread, but has anybody put together fights at the cornhole and being welcomed anally in Kansas City?
Posted by: joncelli, because somebody had to at May 10, 2018 11:59 AM (RD7QR)
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Hell.... I'm surprised Cancer has not popped up yet! Posted by: Don Q. at May 10, 2018 11:53 AM (NgKpN)
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Modern VA is less than 100yo. Grandpa was a WWI vet, certified disabled from mustard gas when he developed emphysema. Rules in the 30s were that they had to live at the VA. Grandpa and Grandma said no, and he stayed at home with kids and she went to work. His VA pension of $5 per month died with him (in 1965).
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Modern VA is less than 100yo. Grandpa was a WWI vet, certified disabled from mustard gas when he developed emphysema. Rules in the 30s were that they had to live at the VA. Grandpa and Grandma said no, and he stayed at home with kids and she went to work. His VA pension of $5 per month died with him (in 1965).
Posted by: mustbequantum at May 10, 2018 12:00 PM (MIKMs)
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How is McCain representing the people of AZ??? It's that his job description? If he can't do that he should be removed and replaced.... That goes for all public officials.
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 12:00 PM (9iLHi)
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Don't forget "dungarees".
Posted by: eleven at May 10, 2018 12:00 PM (+lOpA)
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He wants to bomb everybody and his brother. And the horse he rode in on. And the horse his brother rode in on.
"That's not accurate. I want to bomb them and send troops in afterward to die in pointless conflicts in every possible location on earth"
--John McCain
In short, this site did zero research to back up its story, showing the same brilliant standards of editorial conduct for which we regularly crucify the likes of the New York Times. That, or it just decided to run with the outrage.
Did you... read the piece? They said nothing about when the LDS planned on leaving, other than it will take place soon. The total number of people who left is accurate. The name change is accurate, they didn't say what part of the organization made the change.
"That's not accurate. I want to bomb them and send troops in afterward to die in pointless conflicts in every possible location on earth"
--John McCain
In short, this site did zero research to back up its story, showing the same brilliant standards of editorial conduct for which we regularly crucify the likes of the New York Times. That, or it just decided to run with the outrage.
Did you... read the piece? They said nothing about when the LDS planned on leaving, other than it will take place soon. The total number of people who left is accurate. The name change is accurate, they didn't say what part of the organization made the change.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:01 PM (39g3+)
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I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (10vO4)
Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (10vO4)
Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:01 PM (G0vdT)
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>>My dad, who has been in and out of the VA for years now holds a certain pride for the VA's. He enjoys the camaraderie and feels comfortable around other vets, where he could speak to them, sort of on the same level, where they all understood. He has a feeling of worth and pride amongst his fellow veterans.
posted by Artisanal 'ette
This. What the private sector will never be able to provide is the specific mental health care to veterans. As a VA employee, I would suggest turning hospitals into big clinics where vets could get their psychological care and basic primary care.
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Cheri, see my comment at 308 just before your's. There has to be a way to disentangle the two.
posted by Artisanal 'ette
This. What the private sector will never be able to provide is the specific mental health care to veterans. As a VA employee, I would suggest turning hospitals into big clinics where vets could get their psychological care and basic primary care.
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Cheri, see my comment at 308 just before your's. There has to be a way to disentangle the two.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:01 PM (sX1BW)
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@315
Well, we aint getting that.
See my problem is with that goof McConnell.
McCain is never coming back to Washington alive to vote on anything, shouldn't McConnell be investigating the health status of one of his members "OF THE GREATEST DELIBERATIVE BODY?"
And if he can't vote that means he's not truly a representative to any of his constituents and should be replaced immedietly.
Well, we aint getting that.
See my problem is with that goof McConnell.
McCain is never coming back to Washington alive to vote on anything, shouldn't McConnell be investigating the health status of one of his members "OF THE GREATEST DELIBERATIVE BODY?"
And if he can't vote that means he's not truly a representative to any of his constituents and should be replaced immedietly.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (UfMVm)
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Nope, Vets without injuries due to service that served outside war should not be able to use the VA, Vets injured in service and vets that served with wartime service should get care. GOOD PROMPT CARE.
Posted by: USNtakim
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I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: USNtakim
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I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (lKmt3)
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (O8xF7)
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Alive?
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
What if it's only like a half pull up?
Good enough?
Because I mean, let's be real -- pull ups are tough.
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
What if it's only like a half pull up?
Good enough?
Because I mean, let's be real -- pull ups are tough.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (F5+ro)
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I really should not laugh at these McCain jokes, but I am...which is why I keep coming back here.
Posted by: IC at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (a0IVu)
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313 Alive?
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
Fuck that.
4 Minute Mile, or no dice.
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
Fuck that.
4 Minute Mile, or no dice.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (WDCYi)
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If I were designing the system from the ground up, I'd have the government pick up the tab for wounded combat vets' combat-related injuries (including mental health). Basic reason stated crudely: you broke it, you bought it. But nothing else. I'd likely not do anything like the present VA structure; seems like it has generally demonstrated its lack of competence.
Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (A6Xv7)
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Only KY takes more anally
Posted by: Quilter's Irish Death at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (mLQ2G)
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>>>>There are limitations to what the VA provides based
on the nature of one's service. When I got out of the Navy after six
years, I got a free cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of
discounted (not free) care, because I had not served in a combat zone
and had not been injured in the line of duty (at least, not enough to
warrant medical care). After I deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back
to full VA coverage. However, the default is that if you have any kind
of insurance, e.g., employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your
insurance. The amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to
veterans is pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider)
still get a bill.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM
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.Yep when the wife or I go to the VA they actually make money on us because they bill both our Tricare retired insurance and our Blue Cross that my wife gets though working at the VA.
We quit using the VA when they billed and received from Blue Cross $3,100 for an MRI and consult for the wife. It didn't cost them a tenth of that.
on the nature of one's service. When I got out of the Navy after six
years, I got a free cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of
discounted (not free) care, because I had not served in a combat zone
and had not been injured in the line of duty (at least, not enough to
warrant medical care). After I deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back
to full VA coverage. However, the default is that if you have any kind
of insurance, e.g., employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your
insurance. The amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to
veterans is pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider)
still get a bill.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM
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.Yep when the wife or I go to the VA they actually make money on us because they bill both our Tricare retired insurance and our Blue Cross that my wife gets though working at the VA.
We quit using the VA when they billed and received from Blue Cross $3,100 for an MRI and consult for the wife. It didn't cost them a tenth of that.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (+Dllb)
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I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
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The SJW's werent interested in getting gays and girls "eqaul rights" in the Boy Scouts.
They were interest in destroying the Boy Scouts.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
I haven't seen how many they lost after deciding girls should become part of the organization. According to the article the number is "accelerating"
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The SJW's werent interested in getting gays and girls "eqaul rights" in the Boy Scouts.
They were interest in destroying the Boy Scouts.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
Posted by: fixerupper at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (8XRCm)
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I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (lKmt3)
I'm like 99% sure that that's not how it works.
I have friends who served in the military, were not in combat, did not try to claim disabilities in their exit health screening (whatever its called), and do not get VA health benefits.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (lKmt3)
I'm like 99% sure that that's not how it works.
I have friends who served in the military, were not in combat, did not try to claim disabilities in their exit health screening (whatever its called), and do not get VA health benefits.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (F5+ro)
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The big problem with the VA is that there are competing views of what it is supposed to do.
Veterans think the VA is supposed to provide them with medical care. The VA and the rest of the government think the VA is a jobs program. It's purpose is to provide people with hi paying employment. This is the same thing Bernie is talking about when he says "government jobs for anybody who wants one".
The government has it right. The vets have it wrong.
Veterans think the VA is supposed to provide them with medical care. The VA and the rest of the government think the VA is a jobs program. It's purpose is to provide people with hi paying employment. This is the same thing Bernie is talking about when he says "government jobs for anybody who wants one".
The government has it right. The vets have it wrong.
Posted by: Drc at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (vbaSG)
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I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
So the fitness standard for the new boyscouts?
I want to see 5 Sit Ups, 5 Pushups and 1 Pull Up.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (O8xF7)
So the fitness standard for the new boyscouts?
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (10vO4)
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See my problem is with that goof McConnell.
The problem is that anyone in his position would be making the same call because they are so full of them selves, their importance, and the "dignity of the office" and "collegiality" that they treat it like being crowned as royalty. Why, it would be improper to even consider removing the man from office, why look at his years of service to the country and his importance to the process!
They believe the Senate and its members are more important and better than mere citizens.
The problem is that anyone in his position would be making the same call because they are so full of them selves, their importance, and the "dignity of the office" and "collegiality" that they treat it like being crowned as royalty. Why, it would be improper to even consider removing the man from office, why look at his years of service to the country and his importance to the process!
They believe the Senate and its members are more important and better than mere citizens.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (39g3+)
Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (qtpPt)
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I am currently negotiating a pharmaceutical contract with the VA.
The VA is the problem with the VA. They lost the original submission (despite me receiving 3 confirmation emails that they had it). I was forced to start over and now I have t duplicate most of what I already did to have a permanent contract. It is a f'n nightmare.
The VA is the problem with the VA. They lost the original submission (despite me receiving 3 confirmation emails that they had it). I was forced to start over and now I have t duplicate most of what I already did to have a permanent contract. It is a f'n nightmare.
Posted by: Timon at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (NTM5E)
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Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 11:46 AM (sX1BW)
There
are limitations to what the VA provides based on the nature of one's
service. When I got out of the Navy after six years, I got a free
cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of discounted (not free) care,
because I had not served in a combat zone and had not been injured in
the line of duty (at least, not enough to warrant medical care). After I
deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back to full VA coverage. However,
the default is that if you have any kind of insurance, e.g.,
employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your insurance. The
amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to veterans is
pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider) still get a
bill.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (uiwCw)
Actually, it's means tested. Which means, virtually every Veteran, regardless of how or where or under what conditions they served, provided they have an other than dishonorable discharge, may be eligible for VA care, if they can prove they have no means to pay for medical care themselves.
There are even sliding scales, so if you have low income, and I believe it's a percentage of the median household income, you might qualify to get care, with a copay, or without, based on where you fall on those income lines.
So... homeless, unemployed, drug addicted, and/or mentally ill Veterans. You are paying for every dime of care they get... and they get a lot.
There
are limitations to what the VA provides based on the nature of one's
service. When I got out of the Navy after six years, I got a free
cursory exam and IIRC a couple of years of discounted (not free) care,
because I had not served in a combat zone and had not been injured in
the line of duty (at least, not enough to warrant medical care). After I
deployed to Iraq with the NG, I came back to full VA coverage. However,
the default is that if you have any kind of insurance, e.g.,
employer-provided, Medicare, etc, the VA bills your insurance. The
amount of VA care that is actually given at zero cost to veterans is
pretty minimal, most of them (or their insurance provider) still get a
bill.
Posted by: Bert G at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (uiwCw)
Actually, it's means tested. Which means, virtually every Veteran, regardless of how or where or under what conditions they served, provided they have an other than dishonorable discharge, may be eligible for VA care, if they can prove they have no means to pay for medical care themselves.
There are even sliding scales, so if you have low income, and I believe it's a percentage of the median household income, you might qualify to get care, with a copay, or without, based on where you fall on those income lines.
So... homeless, unemployed, drug addicted, and/or mentally ill Veterans. You are paying for every dime of care they get... and they get a lot.
Posted by: BurtTC at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (9chmE)
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gives "toto, we're not in Kansas anymore" a whole new meaning. Or should that be a hole new meaning?
Posted by: Donna&&&&&&V sez don't you dare walk the damn pitcher at May 10, 2018 12:04 PM (H80UQ)
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That couch is wasted on that little puff in the middle.
Yowza, those girls legs!!!
They go on for miles.
Yowza, those girls legs!!!
They go on for miles.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (UfMVm)
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>>>>Nope, Vets without injuries due to service that
served outside war should not be able to use the VA, Vets injured in
service and vets that served with wartime service should get care. GOOD
PROMPT CARE.
Posted by: USNtakim
__________
I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the
idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with
zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an
Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM
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.Then you will be pleased to know that the VA doesn't work that way. All Vets do not receive free health care for life.
served outside war should not be able to use the VA, Vets injured in
service and vets that served with wartime service should get care. GOOD
PROMPT CARE.
Posted by: USNtakim
__________
I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the
idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with
zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an
Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM
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.Then you will be pleased to know that the VA doesn't work that way. All Vets do not receive free health care for life.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (+Dllb)
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Veterans think the VA is supposed to provide them with medical care. The VA and the rest of the government think the VA is a jobs program.
Government workers think EVERYTHING is a jobs program. It's 90% of the problem with government.
Government workers think EVERYTHING is a jobs program. It's 90% of the problem with government.
Posted by: Brother Cavil, Abbot of St. Costello-on-the-Hurlingbone at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (AM1GF)
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You notice the Girl Scouts aren't letting Boys in...
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (O8xF7)
346
I want video proof that he's alive on the cutoff date. He may be already dead and they're keeping him on life support.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (10vO4)
Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:01 PM (G0vdT)
Maybe they can tow him around by boat and bang him off a few buoys while they're at it.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 11:42 AM (G0vdT)
I demand to see a picture of him holding today's newspaper.
Posted by: Flawless Male Logic at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (10vO4)
Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:01 PM (G0vdT)
Maybe they can tow him around by boat and bang him off a few buoys while they're at it.
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (9Om/r)
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Supposedly, AZ law stipulates that the Gov. has to appoint a sucessor from the previous Senator's party. I wouldn't put it past Songbird to switch parties on his deathbed just to screw us.
Posted by: Jackal at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (LyKxC)
I could see McCain doing this.
Posted by: Jackal at May 10, 2018 11:03 AM (LyKxC)
I could see McCain doing this.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (G0vdT)
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (a2Y31)
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Seriously I would like to see some proof of life while McCain holds his Senate seat hostage.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (39g3+)
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I really don't understand why anyone would argue with that.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (lKmt3)
I'm like 99% sure that that's not how it works.
I have friends who served in the military, were not in combat, did not try to claim disabilities in their exit health screening (whatever its called), and do not get VA health benefits.
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I have seen this too. It seems at some point, if you have the right advocate, all you need is veteran status. Now maybe, this isn't a big enough problem to worry about.
Obviously you would have to grandfather people in some way, but the idea that someone serves 4 years and gets free health care for life with zero injuries from their service is not much different than you get an Obama phone and free housing because you're poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:02 PM (lKmt3)
I'm like 99% sure that that's not how it works.
I have friends who served in the military, were not in combat, did not try to claim disabilities in their exit health screening (whatever its called), and do not get VA health benefits.
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I have seen this too. It seems at some point, if you have the right advocate, all you need is veteran status. Now maybe, this isn't a big enough problem to worry about.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (sX1BW)
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337
You know the score, pal! If you're not Senate, you're little people.
You know the score, pal! If you're not Senate, you're little people.
Posted by: Your Decidedly Devious Uncle Palpatine, Slavic Customer Service Rep. at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (fA1SL)
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Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 11:58 AM (Z5y53)
Agree. I have to also note that Tricare formerly CHAMPUS provided excellent coverage for my father and continues to do so for my Mother.
Agree. I have to also note that Tricare formerly CHAMPUS provided excellent coverage for my father and continues to do so for my Mother.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (VzbI8)
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I've been impressed. And yes, she is on Medicare, and pays additionally for part B, etc. in addition to the $150 a month. The amount of attention and care she has received has resulted in normal blood pressure and normal blood sugar, reduced weight even though she is in a higher risk category due to family history and genetics.
Her doc gets to be a doc instead of a pill writing machine.
Posted by: Jen
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Concierge, I stayed with my doc too. When I call his office I speak directly to his nurse and if necessary directly to him. My needs are addressed immediately.
"Pill writing machine" is apropos to those docs who must run high numbers of patients in order to maintain a practice. They do not have the time to focus on the patient on a personal level. Their approach is statistical analysis with no time for gut or intuition. And gut and intuition is an important part of, especially a primary, physicians practice.
That's why they call it a practice.
Her doc gets to be a doc instead of a pill writing machine.
Posted by: Jen
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Concierge, I stayed with my doc too. When I call his office I speak directly to his nurse and if necessary directly to him. My needs are addressed immediately.
"Pill writing machine" is apropos to those docs who must run high numbers of patients in order to maintain a practice. They do not have the time to focus on the patient on a personal level. Their approach is statistical analysis with no time for gut or intuition. And gut and intuition is an important part of, especially a primary, physicians practice.
That's why they call it a practice.
Posted by: gNewt at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (wp7uW)
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Also, I don't think a single person will fix the VA. After WWII it was a mess (read, it has always been a mess) and they put GEN Bradley in charge of it, and while he made improvements, it remained pretty broken.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (Z5y53)
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REWRITE... Vets with injury's connected to service and vets with wartime service deserve good prompt care. Vets not injured in service and that served outside of war should not be able to use the VA. The standards connecting service to injury need to be reasonable but low.
Posted by: USNtakim prfoundly deplorable! at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (0OmEj)
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You notice the Girl Scouts aren't letting Boys in...
Posted by: garrett
The Girl Scouts are pissed as hell about the change. But then, if they had a program worth having, so many girls wouldn't be looking for an alternative...
Posted by: garrett
The Girl Scouts are pissed as hell about the change. But then, if they had a program worth having, so many girls wouldn't be looking for an alternative...
Posted by: Brother Cavil, Abbot of St. Costello-on-the-Hurlingbone at May 10, 2018 12:07 PM (AM1GF)
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330 If I were designing the system from the ground up, I'd have the government pick up the tab for wounded combat vets' combat-related injuries (including mental health). Basic reason stated crudely: you broke it, you bought it. But nothing else. I'd likely not do anything like the present VA structure; seems like it has generally demonstrated its lack of competence.
Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (A6Xv7)
I'm generally okay with "free healthcare for life" for vets.
I mean, for fucks sake -- if you work for the federal government as a civilian for 5 years, you vest in their healthcare plan and can end up with free / cheap health insurance for the rest of your life. Way better than anything the VA provides, too.
I also think that there's some truth to the idea that a lot of people don't show signs of issues until years later.
For example, the foam used by the air force to extinguish fires on planes got in to a shit ton of drinking water on military bases over the last 30+ years during training exercises. All kinds of crazy chemicals in that.
Servicemen spent years drinking the base drinking water, and now some of them are ending up with weird medical issues (like bladder cancer at 35).
You can't sue the federal government for negligence and get a big pay out like you'd be able to do if Dow Chemical had accidentally poisoned your drinking water.
Shouldn't that be covered?
Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (A6Xv7)
I'm generally okay with "free healthcare for life" for vets.
I mean, for fucks sake -- if you work for the federal government as a civilian for 5 years, you vest in their healthcare plan and can end up with free / cheap health insurance for the rest of your life. Way better than anything the VA provides, too.
I also think that there's some truth to the idea that a lot of people don't show signs of issues until years later.
For example, the foam used by the air force to extinguish fires on planes got in to a shit ton of drinking water on military bases over the last 30+ years during training exercises. All kinds of crazy chemicals in that.
Servicemen spent years drinking the base drinking water, and now some of them are ending up with weird medical issues (like bladder cancer at 35).
You can't sue the federal government for negligence and get a big pay out like you'd be able to do if Dow Chemical had accidentally poisoned your drinking water.
Shouldn't that be covered?
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:07 PM (F5+ro)
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And if he can't vote that means he's not truly a representative to any of his constituents and should be replaced immedietly.
Posted by: Kreplach
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I'm not sure if this plays into it at all, but I think one part is, Republican leadership believe this is going to be a tough year and they would prefer that seat have its election in 2020 (with Trump at the top, and he'll easily win AZ) instead of in November 2018.
There's some Az state law that if a Senator steps down before a certain time, the new election has to be called the next November.
Flake's old seat is up, and I actually think the Democrat running has a good shot at stealing it. The GOP doesn't want AZ to have 2 Democrat Senators (even though that's basically what we've had with Flake and McCain)
Posted by: Kreplach
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I'm not sure if this plays into it at all, but I think one part is, Republican leadership believe this is going to be a tough year and they would prefer that seat have its election in 2020 (with Trump at the top, and he'll easily win AZ) instead of in November 2018.
There's some Az state law that if a Senator steps down before a certain time, the new election has to be called the next November.
Flake's old seat is up, and I actually think the Democrat running has a good shot at stealing it. The GOP doesn't want AZ to have 2 Democrat Senators (even though that's basically what we've had with Flake and McCain)
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:07 PM (lKmt3)
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342 That couch is wasted on that little puff in the middle.
Yowza, those girls legs!!!
They go on for miles.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (UfMVm)
Wait, what? You can't just throw that out there without pictures!
Yowza, those girls legs!!!
They go on for miles.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (UfMVm)
Wait, what? You can't just throw that out there without pictures!
Posted by: joncelli, because somebody had to at May 10, 2018 12:07 PM (RD7QR)
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351 337
You know the score, pal! If you're not Senate, you're little people.
Posted by: Your Decidedly Devious Uncle Palpatine, Slavic Customer Service Rep. at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (fA1SL)
They haven't been trying to re-establish a new Blood Aristocracy/Neo-Feudalism for nothing.
You know the score, pal! If you're not Senate, you're little people.
Posted by: Your Decidedly Devious Uncle Palpatine, Slavic Customer Service Rep. at May 10, 2018 12:06 PM (fA1SL)
They haven't been trying to re-establish a new Blood Aristocracy/Neo-Feudalism for nothing.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (WDCYi)
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Also, I don't think a single person will fix the VA. After WWII it was a mess (read, it has always been a mess) and they put GEN Bradley in charge of it, and while he made improvements, it remained pretty broken.
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Therein probably lies the biggest problem. The VA is still structured for a different time and war.
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Therein probably lies the biggest problem. The VA is still structured for a different time and war.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (sX1BW)
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Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style."
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (k1TUh)
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The government has it right. The vets have it wrong.
Posted by: Drc at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (vbaSG)
Except the government is the one who is hiring millions of people to man the fedgov beast, whether they have any particular purpose they fulfill or not.
And even the jobs that are necessary, many of them... perhaps most of them, the feds pay better than the private sector, so you get people in those positions who are motivated primarily by higher pay, and often with so little oversight of their actual, you know, performance, you have essentially hundreds of thousands of federal employees who are getting welfare by other means. Often, sad to say, those people are Veterans.
Posted by: Drc at May 10, 2018 12:03 PM (vbaSG)
Except the government is the one who is hiring millions of people to man the fedgov beast, whether they have any particular purpose they fulfill or not.
And even the jobs that are necessary, many of them... perhaps most of them, the feds pay better than the private sector, so you get people in those positions who are motivated primarily by higher pay, and often with so little oversight of their actual, you know, performance, you have essentially hundreds of thousands of federal employees who are getting welfare by other means. Often, sad to say, those people are Veterans.
Posted by: BurtTC at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (9chmE)
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US must be the only country in the world that has a whole separate health care system for its military, current and retired. As has already been suggested, close down the VA system and properly insure the military to be treated well in the private sector. Surely it must be cheaper and better.
Posted by: Decaf at May 10, 2018 12:09 PM (/3+Sg)
Posted by: eleven at May 10, 2018 12:09 PM (+lOpA)
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362 Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style."
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (k1TUh)
Weekend at Bernie's II was the best Zombie movie ever.
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (k1TUh)
Weekend at Bernie's II was the best Zombie movie ever.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 12:10 PM (WDCYi)
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153 VA vs NHS
Discuss
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (hMwEB)
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Very similar in that facilities range from top-notch to terrible.
Very similar in that the main obstacles to change are (1) unions/civil service and (2) micro-management from a politicized, distant center.
Discuss
Posted by: @votermom @vm pimping great books usually free or sale at May 10, 2018 11:24 AM (hMwEB)
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Very similar in that facilities range from top-notch to terrible.
Very similar in that the main obstacles to change are (1) unions/civil service and (2) micro-management from a politicized, distant center.
Posted by: Margarita DeVille at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (0jtPF)
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eleven ,
well look at you trying to find something nice to say about everyone... bless your heart!
well look at you trying to find something nice to say about everyone... bless your heart!
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (9iLHi)
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But then, if they had a program worth having, so many girls wouldn't be looking for an alternative
Yeah, the Girl Scouts are no better. They're super hard left and covering up the molestation charges their counselors get hit with.
McCain fought for the A-10.
He fights for everything military, no matter how bad or stupid. So he'll get some good in there once in a while. If you brought up a bill proposing that every soldier gets a puppy, he'd make an impassioned speech and vote for it.
Yeah, the Girl Scouts are no better. They're super hard left and covering up the molestation charges their counselors get hit with.
McCain fought for the A-10.
He fights for everything military, no matter how bad or stupid. So he'll get some good in there once in a while. If you brought up a bill proposing that every soldier gets a puppy, he'd make an impassioned speech and vote for it.
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (39g3+)
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https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/994586105822564353
@realDonaldTrump
Five Most Wanted leaders of ISIS just captured!
@realDonaldTrump
Five Most Wanted leaders of ISIS just captured!
Posted by: undocumented illegal SMOD at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (e8kgV)
Posted by: Maxine Waters' Hair at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (mPeei)
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Then you will be pleased to know that the VA doesn't work that way. All Vets do not receive free health care for life.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3)
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Weekend at John's:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzzrFFivBKk
I suppose I should be eternally ashamed that this scene makes me laugh so much.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzzrFFivBKk
I suppose I should be eternally ashamed that this scene makes me laugh so much.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (k1TUh)
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103 I hate to burst everyone's bubble but that Kansas City poster is fake.
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (zRZaJ)
It would still work for San Francisco!
Posted by: Jewells45 at May 10, 2018 11:15 AM (zRZaJ)
It would still work for San Francisco!
Posted by: Curmudgeon at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (ujg0T)
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The VA is the problem with the VA.
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I don't know how reasonable this was but I thought that Trump should appoint Mittens Rombley as head of the VA with the mandate to clean up the cesspool. He did clean up the corrupt Utah Olympics.
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I don't know how reasonable this was but I thought that Trump should appoint Mittens Rombley as head of the VA with the mandate to clean up the cesspool. He did clean up the corrupt Utah Olympics.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (+y/Ru)
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I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
Posted by: eleven at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (+lOpA)
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348 Rosenstein our!
Just practicing for that blessed day.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (a2Y31)
/---/----/
See, that's why I need the practice.
Rosenstein OUT!
There, that's better.
Just practicing for that blessed day.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:05 PM (a2Y31)
/---/----/
See, that's why I need the practice.
Rosenstein OUT!
There, that's better.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (a2Y31)
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366 362 Has to be video. In a photo, they can prop him up, "Weekend at Bernies" style."
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (k1TUh)
Heh, very true!
Hey, don't forget that Bernie waved at people, Bernie went out riding in his convertible, Bernie even went Water Skiing!
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:08 PM (k1TUh)
Heh, very true!
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (G0vdT)
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I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
???
I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
???
Posted by: Curmudgeon at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (ujg0T)
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You can receive VA care without receiving VA disability payments.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (Z5y53)
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Hey! you bring that lamp back!!!
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (9iLHi)
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That puff in the middle is about to get a Kennedy knuckle sandwich.
Posted by: Kreplach at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (UfMVm)
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I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress because she worked there?
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress because she worked there?
Posted by: Nevergiveup at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (Lg2h/)
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What does that mean Rosenstein out?
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (Z5y53)
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385 What does that mean Rosenstein out?
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (Z5y53)
Wishcasting.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (Z5y53)
Wishcasting.
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (WDCYi)
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 12:15 PM (9iLHi)
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Then you will be pleased to know that the VA doesn't work that way. All Vets do not receive free health care for life.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated
under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA
health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA
health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3)
They are subject to an annual means test, I believe. So if you qualify for healthcare, based on low income, and you go out and get a job, once your income hits a certain level, you can be thrown into a higher copay bracket, up to and including having to pay every cent of your care (either through your own insurance, or out of your own pocket).
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated
under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA
health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA
health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3)
They are subject to an annual means test, I believe. So if you qualify for healthcare, based on low income, and you go out and get a job, once your income hits a certain level, you can be thrown into a higher copay bracket, up to and including having to pay every cent of your care (either through your own insurance, or out of your own pocket).
Posted by: BurtTC at May 10, 2018 12:15 PM (9chmE)
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Sometimes known around here as "The Shill"
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 12:15 PM (LiyEm)
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Therein probably lies the biggest problem. The VA is still structured for a different time and war.
Posted by: SH
The VA is just exactly what was said: a perfect example of the government socializing medicine. And education? Look at Indian reservation schools.
There are no doubt some really good people, doctors and nurses,etc. that conscientiously work for the VA, and do their very best.
There is no doubt, certain facilities that are well run and managed by responsible men and women. They are trying their best to do the right thing.
But the bottom line is that the general nature of this government run health care plan is not described by the occassional exceptions.
There are some real problems, and nobody knows how to overcome the general slothfulness of government employees.
Posted by: SH
The VA is just exactly what was said: a perfect example of the government socializing medicine. And education? Look at Indian reservation schools.
There are no doubt some really good people, doctors and nurses,etc. that conscientiously work for the VA, and do their very best.
There is no doubt, certain facilities that are well run and managed by responsible men and women. They are trying their best to do the right thing.
But the bottom line is that the general nature of this government run health care plan is not described by the occassional exceptions.
There are some real problems, and nobody knows how to overcome the general slothfulness of government employees.
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet at May 10, 2018 12:15 PM (vcOmj)
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That sounds like an argument for establishing vets-only social clubs, (which I'm fine with). I have no faith that even Trump will be able to fix the broken VA culture. The sacred obligations we have to them are simply incompatible with the government's lack of a work culture and accountability. And I say that as a Fed.
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As a fed and a vet, don't we already have those: American Legion, VFW, Disabled American Vets, etc.?
And fully agree that the culture within the VA itself is broken and must be fixed but I think a lot of it is location, location, location - that and the govt bureaucracy (as with just about every other govt organization) and the organizational structure itself that leads to mismanagement.
Not sure anyone watched the hearing the other day concerning the VA's desire for more $$ to support ongoing computer Supply Chain management systems but the House members (on both sides of the aisle) were spitting mad and demanding answers to why their due outs from the last subcommittee meeting more than a month ago still wasn't answered. Of course the folks sitting on the firing line (aka the table) we not the same ones that we in the firing line the last time so they could only give the Lance Corporal salute (shoulder shrug and I don't know sir/ma'am and we will get back to you).
I will say that I've never experienced anything negative other than a far reaching appt which they outsourced me to a specialist since I had to wait more than 30 days in all my visits and procedures. So no complaints as a patient.
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As a fed and a vet, don't we already have those: American Legion, VFW, Disabled American Vets, etc.?
And fully agree that the culture within the VA itself is broken and must be fixed but I think a lot of it is location, location, location - that and the govt bureaucracy (as with just about every other govt organization) and the organizational structure itself that leads to mismanagement.
Not sure anyone watched the hearing the other day concerning the VA's desire for more $$ to support ongoing computer Supply Chain management systems but the House members (on both sides of the aisle) were spitting mad and demanding answers to why their due outs from the last subcommittee meeting more than a month ago still wasn't answered. Of course the folks sitting on the firing line (aka the table) we not the same ones that we in the firing line the last time so they could only give the Lance Corporal salute (shoulder shrug and I don't know sir/ma'am and we will get back to you).
I will say that I've never experienced anything negative other than a far reaching appt which they outsourced me to a specialist since I had to wait more than 30 days in all my visits and procedures. So no complaints as a patient.
Posted by: NALNAMSAM - not as lean, not as mean, still a Marine at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (Fgc0C)
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>>Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress
She did.
But she was also a sweet girl who was a pleasant and fun commentor. Also.
She had a great ass!
Seriously.
She did.
But she was also a sweet girl who was a pleasant and fun commentor. Also.
She had a great ass!
Seriously.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (O8xF7)
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384 I wonder if Miss80'sbaby is now just a Democrat.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress because she worked there?
Posted by: Nevergiveup at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (Lg2h/)
She claimed she didn't. But yeah she basically defended every single fuck up, sell out, leftist caving and Establishment cocksucking that came around.
Posted by: Soothi With Just An i Because It's Cutesy at May 10, 2018 12:12 PM (jIP20)
Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress because she worked there?
Posted by: Nevergiveup at May 10, 2018 12:13 PM (Lg2h/)
She claimed she didn't. But yeah she basically defended every single fuck up, sell out, leftist caving and Establishment cocksucking that came around.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (lKs2v)
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>>>>>Then you will be pleased to know that the VA doesn't work that way. All Vets do not receive free health care for life.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated
under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA
health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA
health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM
.
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.If you are destitute and a Veteran the VA will treat you free of charge.
If you are a Veteran and have a job or other Health Insurance including Medicare, Medicaid Retired Tricare, etc. the VA will still treat you but it ain't gonna be free, trust me on that, your insurance will be billed at the highest rate the VA can come up with.
The VA will get their money and if you walk in fresh off the street the first thing you will do is see the "Means Testing" Lady at the front desk who will ask you all sorts of income and current health insurance questions before you see any Health Care Professional.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman
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Are we arguing about the word "free" vs "subsidized" health care?
Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated
under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA
health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA
health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM
.
.
.If you are destitute and a Veteran the VA will treat you free of charge.
If you are a Veteran and have a job or other Health Insurance including Medicare, Medicaid Retired Tricare, etc. the VA will still treat you but it ain't gonna be free, trust me on that, your insurance will be billed at the highest rate the VA can come up with.
The VA will get their money and if you walk in fresh off the street the first thing you will do is see the "Means Testing" Lady at the front desk who will ask you all sorts of income and current health insurance questions before you see any Health Care Professional.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (+Dllb)
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Here's how the VA states eligibility:
"If you served in the active military service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3)
I think the way it actually works is if you have a service-related injury, you can get VA benefits for that injury for life, even if you only served 4 years.
But to get full, free, healthcare you need to retire from the military (20 years), and even then, if you have private insurance, the VA can / may bill your insurance for services provided.
Now the "service related injury" thing seems to be pretty broad to me. As I mentioned up thread, I have a few friends that are seemingly, well, scamming the system a bit. You get a "percentage disabled" rating from the VA, and the goal for many is to get to 100% (full disability.)
You can "stack" disabilities to get there.
So you can claim reduction in hearing (impossible for the VA to disprove) for say 10% disability, irritable bowel syndrome for 15%, depression for 10%, anxiety, etc. etc. etc. with the goal of getting to 100%.
The VA determines how disabled you are based on your claimed condition, too, which is also kind of tricky
"If you served in the active military service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA health care benefits."
"once a Veteran is enrolled, that Veteran remains enrolled in the VA health care system and maintains access to certain VA health benefits."
Sounds pretty broad to me.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3)
I think the way it actually works is if you have a service-related injury, you can get VA benefits for that injury for life, even if you only served 4 years.
But to get full, free, healthcare you need to retire from the military (20 years), and even then, if you have private insurance, the VA can / may bill your insurance for services provided.
Now the "service related injury" thing seems to be pretty broad to me. As I mentioned up thread, I have a few friends that are seemingly, well, scamming the system a bit. You get a "percentage disabled" rating from the VA, and the goal for many is to get to 100% (full disability.)
You can "stack" disabilities to get there.
So you can claim reduction in hearing (impossible for the VA to disprove) for say 10% disability, irritable bowel syndrome for 15%, depression for 10%, anxiety, etc. etc. etc. with the goal of getting to 100%.
The VA determines how disabled you are based on your claimed condition, too, which is also kind of tricky
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (F5+ro)
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355, 357 - I guess I have no objection to covering non-combat, service-related injuries too in general principle (same you broke it, you bought reasoning is applicable). But I'd want some teeth in the program to prevent every ailment developed later in life post-discharge from being deemed service-related. I'd also condition non-combat coverage on lack of private insurance.
(Not a lack of empathy on my part. But if there aren't real cost controls, the coverage will be poor. You can either have narrow but good coverage, or broad but shallow/poor coverage, I think.)
(Not a lack of empathy on my part. But if there aren't real cost controls, the coverage will be poor. You can either have narrow but good coverage, or broad but shallow/poor coverage, I think.)
Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (A6Xv7)
397
Stop me if you've heard this one.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (+y/Ru)
398
She had a great ass!
Seriously.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (O8xF7)
Well, jesus, garrett, you should have led with that!
Seriously.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (O8xF7)
Well, jesus, garrett, you should have led with that!
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:18 PM (F5+ro)
399
392 >>Is she the one that kept defending the RINO Congress
She did.
But she was also a sweet girl who was a pleasant and fun commentor. Also.
She had a great ass!
Seriously.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (O8xF7)
There have been plenty of other very nice pleasant people here, with really shit views when it came to their ideas on political victories and where to fight.
She did.
But she was also a sweet girl who was a pleasant and fun commentor. Also.
She had a great ass!
Seriously.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (O8xF7)
There have been plenty of other very nice pleasant people here, with really shit views when it came to their ideas on political victories and where to fight.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:18 PM (lKs2v)
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She claimed she didn't. But yeah she basically defended every single fuck up, sell out, leftist caving and Establishment cocksucking that came around.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (lKs2v)
Yup I used to call her lucy in the sky for some reason. She was very predictable. And I remember I did not cut her much slack.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:16 PM (lKs2v)
Yup I used to call her lucy in the sky for some reason. She was very predictable. And I remember I did not cut her much slack.
Posted by: Nevergiveup at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (Lg2h/)
401
I can't bear to read George Wills' thoughts. Does anyone know why he thinks Pence has concisely chosen evil?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (tpDAe)
402
re: Here's how the VA states eligibility:
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3
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OK, but "may qualify" and "once enrolled" might be key words.
Or, no?
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:11 PM (lKmt3
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OK, but "may qualify" and "once enrolled" might be key words.
Or, no?
Posted by: dDan at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (hwYmz)
403
>>>>Stop me if you've heard this one.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better
than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran
deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic
behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM
.
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.maxine waters is like herpes, the gift that keeps on giving. I for one encourage her to ramp up the impeachment talk even more.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better
than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran
deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic
behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM
.
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.maxine waters is like herpes, the gift that keeps on giving. I for one encourage her to ramp up the impeachment talk even more.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (+Dllb)
404
>>>Posted by: Bear with Assymetrical Balls
Bears are so last year. The modern woman desires sex with fish.
Bears are so last year. The modern woman desires sex with fish.
Posted by: HuffPo at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (/qEW2)
405
385 What does that mean Rosenstein out?
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (Z5y53)
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As stated, just practicing for that blessed day.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:14 PM (Z5y53)
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As stated, just practicing for that blessed day.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (a2Y31)
406
397 Stop me if you've heard this one.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (+y/Ru)
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Keep it up Maxine. You're impeachment talk should be good for at least 2-3 points for the R's on election day.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (+y/Ru)
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Keep it up Maxine. You're impeachment talk should be good for at least 2-3 points for the R's on election day.
Posted by: WisRich at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (G0vdT)
407
There is a point to be made about veterans being the VA's biggest problem. If they didn't have to deal with all of those pesky veterans coming through their doors every day and trying to get them to do things, I'll bet the place would run like a well oiled machine.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (k1TUh)
408
Not agreeing with foreigners is grounds for impeachment!
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (LiyEm)
409
I told you! Germany and Russia...
https://tinyurl.com/y8e4nf6t
Move the U.S. troops to Poland, no need to defend the Germans. The nation that does the dumbest things over the last 100 years is at it again.
https://tinyurl.com/y8e4nf6t
Move the U.S. troops to Poland, no need to defend the Germans. The nation that does the dumbest things over the last 100 years is at it again.
Posted by: William Eaton at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (MuTTO)
410
401 I can't bear to read George Wills' thoughts. Does anyone know why he thinks Pence has concisely chosen evil?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (tpDAe)
Because Pence is Trump's VP?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (tpDAe)
Because Pence is Trump's VP?
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (lKs2v)
411
They are subject to an annual means test, I believe. So if you qualify for healthcare, based on low income, and you go out and get a job, once your income hits a certain level, you can be thrown into a higher copay bracket, up to and including having to pay every cent of your care (either through your own insurance, or out of your own pocket).
Posted by: BurtTC
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But it's still heavily subsidized.
There's also people that "pay" $20 a month for their ObamaCare coverage. Maybe "free" is not the right word but HEAVILY subsidized.
I know I have a good friend that was a Marine about 20 years ago, he's a wealthy attorney, he gets his healthcare the VA because it's cheap. Seems stupid to me that because someone was in the military decades ago and received zero injuries, we're paying for his healthcare.
But I'm sure anyone that asks this question will be accused of hating the military, just like people that want to reform ObamaCare hate the poor.
Posted by: BurtTC
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But it's still heavily subsidized.
There's also people that "pay" $20 a month for their ObamaCare coverage. Maybe "free" is not the right word but HEAVILY subsidized.
I know I have a good friend that was a Marine about 20 years ago, he's a wealthy attorney, he gets his healthcare the VA because it's cheap. Seems stupid to me that because someone was in the military decades ago and received zero injuries, we're paying for his healthcare.
But I'm sure anyone that asks this question will be accused of hating the military, just like people that want to reform ObamaCare hate the poor.
Posted by: Maritime at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (lKmt3)
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
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And then take the licenses of every cocksucking nurse and MD and administrator who treated our veterans with contempt
This, my friends, is more evidence that liberalism poisons everything good it comes in contact with.
This, my friends, is more evidence that liberalism poisons everything good it comes in contact with.
Posted by: That deplorable guy who always says... at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (vtcmf)
414
Five Most Wanted leaders of ISIS just captured!
"He's doing it all wrong! You're supposed to just murder them with a drone so no intelligence is recovered!"
--Office of the former Preezy Barack O'Bama
"He's doing it all wrong! You're supposed to just murder them with a drone so no intelligence is recovered!"
--Office of the former Preezy Barack O'Bama
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (39g3+)
415
As stated, just practicing for that blessed day.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (a2Y31)
Oh.
So like calling a fake NOOD.
Posted by: MAGA at May 10, 2018 12:19 PM (a2Y31)
Oh.
So like calling a fake NOOD.
Posted by: blaster at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (Z5y53)
416
She claimed she didn't. But yeah she basically defended every single
fuck up, sell out, leftist caving and Establishment cocksucking that
came around.
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Pleasant, good-humored, and totally out of touch. For some reason, the sweet thang believed she was educating us of the ignorant and deplorable (cheap seats) as to how Congress 'really' worked and how we should modify our expectations accordingly.
fuck up, sell out, leftist caving and Establishment cocksucking that
came around.
=====
Pleasant, good-humored, and totally out of touch. For some reason, the sweet thang believed she was educating us of the ignorant and deplorable (cheap seats) as to how Congress 'really' worked and how we should modify our expectations accordingly.
Posted by: mustbequantum at May 10, 2018 12:21 PM (MIKMs)
417
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators
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Wasn't it Obama who said he could negotiate better than his negotiators.
In any event, when those negotiators run for president under the platform of getting back into the Iran deal and then win, then she will have made a semi-coherent point.
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Wasn't it Obama who said he could negotiate better than his negotiators.
In any event, when those negotiators run for president under the platform of getting back into the Iran deal and then win, then she will have made a semi-coherent point.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:21 PM (sX1BW)
418
Beware anytime that John ShitStain says he's 'doing my duty'.
Because it's his duty to Maverick and not to anything that would benefit this country.
Because it's his duty to Maverick and not to anything that would benefit this country.
Posted by: Blanco at May 10, 2018 12:21 PM (QGdDN)
419
I remember miss80s baby controversy through some haze and lack of understanding.
I would like more information about this great ass of hers.
I would like more information about this great ass of hers.
Posted by: Bandersnatch at May 10, 2018 12:22 PM (fuK7c)
420
Five Most Wanted leaders of ISIS just captured!
"He's doing it all wrong! You're supposed to just murder them with a drone so no intelligence is recovered!"
--Office of the former Preezy Barack O'Bama
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When do we start waterboarding them?
"He's doing it all wrong! You're supposed to just murder them with a drone so no intelligence is recovered!"
--Office of the former Preezy Barack O'Bama
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When do we start waterboarding them?
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:22 PM (sX1BW)
421
412 >>I remember I did not cut her much slack
I disliked that. She really was a nice person.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
Why are we talking about her in the past tense?
Did she say "fuck off, hq"? Or we just havent seen her in a while?
I disliked that. She really was a nice person.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
Why are we talking about her in the past tense?
Did she say "fuck off, hq"? Or we just havent seen her in a while?
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:22 PM (F5+ro)
422
Yeah,well we have all pretended to agree with dumb shit to try and get in a hot chicks pants...
Posted by: steevy at May 10, 2018 12:22 PM (LiyEm)
423
412 >>I remember I did not cut her much slack
I disliked that. She really was a nice person.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
She was a nice person who became nothing more than "Stop saying mean things about how Boehner/Ryan are running Congress!" That was all she would come here to talk about.
I disliked that. She really was a nice person.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
She was a nice person who became nothing more than "Stop saying mean things about how Boehner/Ryan are running Congress!" That was all she would come here to talk about.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (lKs2v)
424
I disliked that. She really was a nice person.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
She defended everything that undercut Conservatives and she was almost always lying or to be kind, totally inaccurate.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (O8xF7)
She defended everything that undercut Conservatives and she was almost always lying or to be kind, totally inaccurate.
Posted by: Nevergiveup at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (Lg2h/)
425
Stop me if you've heard this one.
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
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I call BS... this is WAY too coherent to be Ms. Watters!!!
Maxine Waters
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
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I call BS... this is WAY too coherent to be Ms. Watters!!!
Posted by: lin-duh @ work at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (9iLHi)
426
Nood
Posted by: rickb223 at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (2GjZZ)
427
Yeah,well we have all pretended to agree with dumb shit to try and get in a hot chicks pants...
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You must be married.
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You must be married.
Posted by: SH at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (sX1BW)
428
Maxine Waters, please report to the black courtesy helicopter...
Posted by: Hikaru at May 10, 2018 12:23 PM (WDCYi)
429
Were it my call, ALL vets would receive free lifetime care. Even the ones who endured Fort Riley.
I do not care if you shoveled shit in Louisiana or walked point in A Shau.
You willingly swore an oath and fulfilled it to the best of your ability.
To profess support for our troops means you support ALL of them no matter what their service was or is.
No one has forced these young men and women to expend their effort and sacrifice, they do so willingly.
Small enough price to pay for that effort and sacrifice.
Were it my call, ALL vets would receive free lifetime care. Even the ones who endured Fort Riley.
I do not care if you shoveled shit in Louisiana or walked point in A Shau.
You willingly swore an oath and fulfilled it to the best of your ability.
To profess support for our troops means you support ALL of them no matter what their service was or is.
No one has forced these young men and women to expend their effort and sacrifice, they do so willingly.
Small enough price to pay for that effort and sacrifice.
Posted by: irongrampa at May 10, 2018 12:24 PM (S/hVx)
430
You notice the Girl Scouts aren't letting Boys in...
Posted by: garrett
I knew a few that did...just saying
Posted by: garrett
I knew a few that did...just saying
Posted by: wrg500 at May 10, 2018 12:24 PM (Bdeb0)
431
My Father-in-Law was career Air Force. He started with the AAF, back in WWII. He went to a Chicago area VA hospital for a checkup every year. They told him he had anemia, every year.
Finally his son took him to a local hospital and got a real exam. Turns out the anemia was caused by multiple myeloma. Who knew that pernicious anemia might actually have a you-know, cause.
Finally his son took him to a local hospital and got a real exam. Turns out the anemia was caused by multiple myeloma. Who knew that pernicious anemia might actually have a you-know, cause.
Posted by: Advo at May 10, 2018 12:24 PM (Ms4Um)
432
Ladies and gentlemen, that concludes our fisting demonstration at this year's Cornhole Jubilee. Be sure to grab some corn dogs on your way home.
Posted by: Fritz at May 10, 2018 12:24 PM (2Mnv1)
433
Across the river is Cairo IL, But the rednecks pronounce it Kay-row.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
right close to Cairo was horseshoe lake - awesome bluegill and catfishing, at least before the 94 flooding.
Posted by: Brave Sir Robin at May 10, 2018 11:16 AM (lGrs1)
right close to Cairo was horseshoe lake - awesome bluegill and catfishing, at least before the 94 flooding.
Posted by: Todler at May 10, 2018 12:24 PM (8D42x)
434
>>Did she say "fuck off, hq"? Or we just havent seen her in a while?
She was pretty much run out of town through harrying.
She used to be an ONT regular back in the Rum / LaceyUnderalls / PGIS era.
She was pretty much run out of town through harrying.
She used to be an ONT regular back in the Rum / LaceyUnderalls / PGIS era.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:25 PM (O8xF7)
435
409 I told you! Germany and Russia...
https://tinyurl.com/y8e4nf6t
Move the U.S. troops to Poland, no need to defend the Germans. The nation that does the dumbest things over the last 100 years is at it again.
Posted by: William Eaton at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (MuTTO)
This is a good thing.
Let Russia and Germany own whatever happens with Iran.
But yes, we should absolutely pull all troops out of Germany, they can seriously go fuck themselves. (unrelated to this move, I'm just sick of asshole Europeans talking nonstop shit about the US while also relying on us for their safety.)
Also, Germany is probably a little nervous about going against Russia, since, you know, Russia can freeze the entire country to death very easily if they choose to turn off the natural gas pipelines.
Since Germany is so progressive, they have decided to eschew nuclear, coal, and and every other form of energy thats not piped to them directly from Russia.
https://tinyurl.com/y8e4nf6t
Move the U.S. troops to Poland, no need to defend the Germans. The nation that does the dumbest things over the last 100 years is at it again.
Posted by: William Eaton at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM (MuTTO)
This is a good thing.
Let Russia and Germany own whatever happens with Iran.
But yes, we should absolutely pull all troops out of Germany, they can seriously go fuck themselves. (unrelated to this move, I'm just sick of asshole Europeans talking nonstop shit about the US while also relying on us for their safety.)
Also, Germany is probably a little nervous about going against Russia, since, you know, Russia can freeze the entire country to death very easily if they choose to turn off the natural gas pipelines.
Since Germany is so progressive, they have decided to eschew nuclear, coal, and and every other form of energy thats not piped to them directly from Russia.
Posted by: Harry Paratestes at May 10, 2018 12:26 PM (F5+ro)
436
Link to the Nat'l Laughingstock:
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (+y/Ru)
**
Oh my...Only thing more ridiculous then the Will drivel is the comments. These people are one Trump rally away from self immolation.
https://wapo.st/2ryYzgJ
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 11:50 AM (+y/Ru)
**
Oh my...Only thing more ridiculous then the Will drivel is the comments. These people are one Trump rally away from self immolation.
Posted by: dananjcon at May 10, 2018 12:26 PM (xqfqx)
437
>>>>>There is a point to be made about veterans being the
VA's biggest problem. If they didn't have to deal with all of those
pesky veterans coming through their doors every day and trying to get
them to do things, I'll bet the place would run like a well oiled
machine.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM
.
.
.Trust me there are some who actually think that way. And there are some the exact opposite.
After I had my heart attack scare the VA did a stress test on me and it showed significant blockage. I went to the VA in Dallas and they said I had to try a three year medication therapy before they would do a heart cath.
I said oh hell no and the wife who works at the VA bought Blue Cross during the open season. Went and found a Civilian Doc and he did my cath and fixed me up in less than two weeks.
In the meantime I had called the VA and cancelled all of my heart clinic appointments. The head Doctor for that clinic called me at home asking what was going on and why did I cancel all of my appoints and that he was concerned about the blockage, told him I was OK and thanked him.
There are some very good Doctors there but they are constrained by the VA system and they can't go outside the box or change anything in the treatment hierarchy.
VA's biggest problem. If they didn't have to deal with all of those
pesky veterans coming through their doors every day and trying to get
them to do things, I'll bet the place would run like a well oiled
machine.
Posted by: Tom Servo at May 10, 2018 12:20 PM
.
.
.Trust me there are some who actually think that way. And there are some the exact opposite.
After I had my heart attack scare the VA did a stress test on me and it showed significant blockage. I went to the VA in Dallas and they said I had to try a three year medication therapy before they would do a heart cath.
I said oh hell no and the wife who works at the VA bought Blue Cross during the open season. Went and found a Civilian Doc and he did my cath and fixed me up in less than two weeks.
In the meantime I had called the VA and cancelled all of my heart clinic appointments. The head Doctor for that clinic called me at home asking what was going on and why did I cancel all of my appoints and that he was concerned about the blockage, told him I was OK and thanked him.
There are some very good Doctors there but they are constrained by the VA system and they can't go outside the box or change anything in the treatment hierarchy.
Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:26 PM (+Dllb)
438
>>She defended everything that undercut Conservatives and she was almost always lying or to be kind, totally inaccurate.
I always saw her as being naive, definitely innocent in her experience (re. politics) and above all ernest in her belief in the system she may or may not have been employed in.
Never really got to know what she was doing in/around politics.
I just remember her being a fun person to goof around with on the ONTs.
I always saw her as being naive, definitely innocent in her experience (re. politics) and above all ernest in her belief in the system she may or may not have been employed in.
Never really got to know what she was doing in/around politics.
I just remember her being a fun person to goof around with on the ONTs.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:27 PM (O8xF7)
439
I read the George Will article, after all. It's nasty. He doesn't like Pence because Pence supports Sheriff Arpaio,doesn't believe in open borders and evidently supports Donald Trump.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at May 10, 2018 12:28 PM (tpDAe)
440
@RepMaxineWaters
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (+y/Ru)
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That's an argument from authority, a logical fallacy. She's Azathoth, the blind idiot god who thinks that people should automatically defer to the authority of blind idiots. Forget about McCain, she's to stupid to craft statements like that. She probably blathers some incoherent outrage and a staffer puts together statements like that.
Trump, further isolating the United States, thinks he knows better than our negotiators and all of our global allies who agreed to the Iran deal. How long do we have to suffer his gigantic ego and narcissistic behavior? Impeachment is the only answer.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Tyrannosaur Wrangler at May 10, 2018 12:17 PM (+y/Ru)
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That's an argument from authority, a logical fallacy. She's Azathoth, the blind idiot god who thinks that people should automatically defer to the authority of blind idiots. Forget about McCain, she's to stupid to craft statements like that. She probably blathers some incoherent outrage and a staffer puts together statements like that.
Posted by: Steve and Cold Bear at May 10, 2018 12:29 PM (/qEW2)
441
You can "stack" disabilities to get there.
So you can claim reduction in hearing (impossible for the VA to disprove) for say 10% disability, irritable bowel syndrome for 15%, depression for 10%, anxiety, etc. etc. etc. with the goal of getting to 100%.
The VA determines how disabled you are based on your claimed condition, too, which is also kind of tricky
Posted by: Harry Paratestes
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That's not exactly how it works. First you will get nothing for hearing loss. Tinnitus on the other hand gets you 10% as long as you have all the tests documented stated that they haven't determined your claim to be false.
Second, just because you list something on a form doesn't mean you will get an service connected compensation. And math isn't your friend. The DAV National Service Officers that work on your behalf have a book thicker than the bible and there may be a list of things listed that add up to 175% but we added collectively in the good book may only equal 60%. Yeah I now, math.. hated it but it comes in useful every now and again. /sarc
So you can claim reduction in hearing (impossible for the VA to disprove) for say 10% disability, irritable bowel syndrome for 15%, depression for 10%, anxiety, etc. etc. etc. with the goal of getting to 100%.
The VA determines how disabled you are based on your claimed condition, too, which is also kind of tricky
Posted by: Harry Paratestes
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That's not exactly how it works. First you will get nothing for hearing loss. Tinnitus on the other hand gets you 10% as long as you have all the tests documented stated that they haven't determined your claim to be false.
Second, just because you list something on a form doesn't mean you will get an service connected compensation. And math isn't your friend. The DAV National Service Officers that work on your behalf have a book thicker than the bible and there may be a list of things listed that add up to 175% but we added collectively in the good book may only equal 60%. Yeah I now, math.. hated it but it comes in useful every now and again. /sarc
Posted by: NALNAMSAM - not as lean, not as mean, still a Marine at May 10, 2018 12:30 PM (Fgc0C)
442
She was pretty much run out of town through harrying. /i]
:/ I'm gad nobody has run me out of here yet for saying dumb stuff. I mean if that's all it takes..
She was pretty much run out of town through harrying. /i]
:/ I'm gad nobody has run me out of here yet for saying dumb stuff. I mean if that's all it takes..
Posted by: Christopher R Taylor at May 10, 2018 12:32 PM (39g3+)
443
Breaking now!
John McCain still not dead.
We go live to Stormey Daniels reporting.
"Donald Trump gave me the ass worms!"
Back to you.
John McCain still not dead.
We go live to Stormey Daniels reporting.
"Donald Trump gave me the ass worms!"
Back to you.
Posted by: This is CNN at May 10, 2018 12:32 PM (xBSm0)
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I just remember her being a fun person to goof around with on the ONTs.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:27 PM (O8xF7)
Yeah... she stopped being that a long time ago. Stopped going on the ONT and even when she was it wasn't to just goof around, it was to make excuses for the GOPe. Basically similar to chemjeff and Y-Not, who could also be great, but they just became singularly focused on coming here to do one thing, and it wasn't to have fun.
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:27 PM (O8xF7)
Yeah... she stopped being that a long time ago. Stopped going on the ONT and even when she was it wasn't to just goof around, it was to make excuses for the GOPe. Basically similar to chemjeff and Y-Not, who could also be great, but they just became singularly focused on coming here to do one thing, and it wasn't to have fun.
Posted by: buzzion at May 10, 2018 12:33 PM (lKs2v)
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"He's also the guy who tweeted about Obama making Melania laugh during Barb Bush's funeral implying Obama pleased her more than her hubby."
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You mean Obama finally made a woman laugh, must have been a sweet change from the glowering Michelle.
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You mean Obama finally made a woman laugh, must have been a sweet change from the glowering Michelle.
Posted by: Decaf at May 10, 2018 12:34 PM (/3+Sg)
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Posted by: The Great White Scotsman at May 10, 2018 12:26 PM (+Dllb)
One of my older brothers thought he was getting good treatment from the Dallas VA until he called an ambulance to come get him. They took him straight to Parkland and they diagnosed him immediately for something completely different than the VA had been treating him for two years.
He was down to just over 100 lbs when that happened. He looked like a walking skeleton. Glad to report after private treatment (including surgery for a blocked intestine) he is gaining weight at 155 lbs, looks and sounds like he did 20 years ago and so glad to be alive and away from the VA.
One of my older brothers thought he was getting good treatment from the Dallas VA until he called an ambulance to come get him. They took him straight to Parkland and they diagnosed him immediately for something completely different than the VA had been treating him for two years.
He was down to just over 100 lbs when that happened. He looked like a walking skeleton. Glad to report after private treatment (including surgery for a blocked intestine) he is gaining weight at 155 lbs, looks and sounds like he did 20 years ago and so glad to be alive and away from the VA.
Posted by: DanMan at May 10, 2018 12:34 PM (XTiHL)
Posted by: garrett at May 10, 2018 12:38 PM (O8xF7)
Posted by: Decaf at May 10, 2018 12:41 PM (/3+Sg)
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>>>You notice the Girl Scouts aren't letting Boys in...
The Girl Scouts are like Jeb! Bush. They wanted to be the only (shit sandwich) option that girls had. Of course it was stupid of the BSA to take on girls. There were already alternatives like American Heritage girls.
The Girl Scouts are like Jeb! Bush. They wanted to be the only (shit sandwich) option that girls had. Of course it was stupid of the BSA to take on girls. There were already alternatives like American Heritage girls.
Posted by: Steve and Cold Bear at May 10, 2018 12:53 PM (/qEW2)
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49 Almost afraid to click on the links to find out what cornhole is....
Posted by: IC
Conventionally, it's pitching a bean bag through a hole in a target. Good fun, and it really doesn't have to be gay.
But then again, it doesn't hurt, because...there's nothing wrong with that. If you know what I mean.
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet
I suspect that traditionally the bags would be filled with corn kernels (pre-popped)? And they used corn instead of beans just so they could call it cornholing.
Posted by: IC
Conventionally, it's pitching a bean bag through a hole in a target. Good fun, and it really doesn't have to be gay.
But then again, it doesn't hurt, because...there's nothing wrong with that. If you know what I mean.
Posted by: Bozo Conservative....living on the prison planet
I suspect that traditionally the bags would be filled with corn kernels (pre-popped)? And they used corn instead of beans just so they could call it cornholing.
Posted by: Dirks Strewn at May 10, 2018 12:58 PM (kfcYC)
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89 Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee made public for the first time the full cache of more than 3,000 ads that Facebook...
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Posted by: t-bird
I bet the Dems left out the anti Trump/pro-Hillary ones.
Umm, they weren't very good ad buys if the Democrats are only now making them public.
Posted by: t-bird
I bet the Dems left out the anti Trump/pro-Hillary ones.
Posted by: Dirks Strewn at May 10, 2018 12:59 PM (kfcYC)
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126 98 Cornhole is awesome fun.
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (3dsTO)
"Tosses"? Should I look that up?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero)
Yes, for best results you start with a salad tossing to make the cob go in the hole easier.
The trick is to get as many warmup tosses in as you can, so you can get the coordination down before the tosses count.
Posted by: WhatWhatWhat? at May 10, 2018 11:17 AM (3dsTO)
"Tosses"? Should I look that up?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero)
Yes, for best results you start with a salad tossing to make the cob go in the hole easier.
Posted by: Shep at May 10, 2018 01:03 PM (kfcYC)
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"Our country made a compact with the men (and yes, the women) who served. We must honor that agreement. We have no choice."
Never really worked that way, though....
Never really worked that way, though....
Posted by: Those Feisty Upstarts from Shay's Rebellion at May 10, 2018 01:19 PM (rznWS)
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The Kansas City poster is a photoshop.
This maybe an unpopular opinion but I do not think EVERYONE in the armed forces deserves to be treated as some god. I have access to the local AFB (safely here in the good ol' US of A) and I see guys in fatigues taking water samples and otherwise not doing much so forgive me for not getting worked up that they aren't getting the world's finest healthcare or they have to wait like I do. I guess there's a reason they call it the Chair Force. Really, what they're doing is not hard but I'm supposed to kiss their @$$ for doing it.
This maybe an unpopular opinion but I do not think EVERYONE in the armed forces deserves to be treated as some god. I have access to the local AFB (safely here in the good ol' US of A) and I see guys in fatigues taking water samples and otherwise not doing much so forgive me for not getting worked up that they aren't getting the world's finest healthcare or they have to wait like I do. I guess there's a reason they call it the Chair Force. Really, what they're doing is not hard but I'm supposed to kiss their @$$ for doing it.
Posted by: Bear Grylls at May 10, 2018 02:27 PM (+iJ8y)
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Greetings:
On a somewhat different note, the VA Medical Clinic in San Bruno, CA is across the street from a NAtional Cemetery.
On a somewhat different note, the VA Medical Clinic in San Bruno, CA is across the street from a NAtional Cemetery.
Posted by: 11B40 at May 10, 2018 04:06 PM (evgyj)
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I wouldn't completely eliminate the VA. Where they have attained expertise in treatment and rehabilitation of things such as lost limbs, etc., things you don't normally see or see in much lower frequencies in non-military settings, I would retain them in specialized centers. But there's no need for veterans to have to go to the VA for treatment of conditions that your standard hospical/medical center is competent to treat.
Posted by: RonF at May 11, 2018 03:39 PM (l8nW6)
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