Chicago eliminated First Round of Olympic Race
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...Unions served a very real purpose in this country at one time. They were instrumental in improving working conditions and raising standards of living, but by nature they a socialist/communist tool for disrupting commerce and the American economy. When was the last time a union said ok to taking a pay cut to save jobs? Instead they say no thanks, a factory closes down and the jobs go elsewhere.
I like the Reagan school of contract negotiation. This country was in the midst of a nasty recession when PATCO, the union representing air traffic controllers went on strike for more money. Ronald Reagan gave them 48 hours to return to their jobs, or they would be fired and forever banned from working in the field again. At that time many of these guys were making more than 50k a year, when the average U.S. worker made less that 18k. They chose to not return, and the union was crushed in one shot. If business and government would follow Reagan's example, we would be much better off.
The role of Unions today is to serve their own agenda(socialism) rather than protecting jobs or the workers that need them.The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
The Olympics themselves have become a political event. These events usually cost the taxpayers a lot of money. I personally would rather not have them in the US. Let the other countries foot the bill.Carl
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Obviously,you don't know too much about Chicago. What happens elsewhere means diddly squat when it comes to this town.
Can't say as I do know a lot about Chicago, but one thing you could have bet the farm on: if it were held in Chicago, Aramark would have been there.
You get Aramark because you'll get Sysco.
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..... along with their taxpayer-subsidized immigrant workers.Sal Palooza -
nooshinjohn wrote: »...Unions served a very real purpose in this country at one time. They were instrumental in improving working conditions and raising standards of living, but by nature they a socialist/communist tool for disrupting commerce and the American economy. When was the last time a union said ok to taking a pay cut to save jobs? Instead they say no thanks, a factory closes down and the jobs go elsewhere.
The role of Unions today is to serve their own agenda(socialism) rather than protecting jobs or the workers that need them.
Add some props, and you could be just as funny as Carrot Top.....oh, you already are.:rolleyes: -
Have you ever read Lenin's plan for infiltrating America and transforming this country from within. A simple Google of Labor Unions reveals these ties. I wish it was funny...LessisNevermore wrote: »Add some props, and you could be just as funny as Carrot Top.....oh, you already are.:rolleyes:The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
nooshinjohn wrote: »Have you ever read Lenin's plan for infiltrating America and transforming this country from within. A simple Google of Labor Unions reveals these ties. I wish it was funny...
Seriously, quit while you're behind. Leave the politics in your Regan shrine. -
LessisNevermore wrote: »Seriously, quit while you're behind. Leave the politics in your Regan shrine.
I do have a signed copy of his autobiography, but no shine. I am saving that for when I build a new house.:)The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
“When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson -
We probably could have won it, if someone hadn't spent the past 9 months apologizing for us, and basically telling the whole world what a rotten place this is:rolleyes:I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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I think the Olympics should be held in one city (Athens comes to mind) every 4 years. Just like they were in ancient times. All participating nations can help to build and maintain the venues and infrastructure to support them. My 2 cents.
And an excellent .02 cents I might add. Certainty takes the political grandstanding out & gives the venue back to the masses. Plus, we can watch it on NBC in Digital surround. :cool: -
Hope you have your flame suit at the ready.;)We probably could have won it, if someone hadn't spent the past 9 months apologizing for us, and basically telling the whole world what a rotten place this is:rolleyes:Testing
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hahaha.....i love watching people put thoughts forward that have such a contorted view of reality......for this, I will always be thankful for the GOP.....good stuff.......comment comment comment comment. bitchy.
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Some comments here are not so far off,regardless of your politics. I am a union guy,for a long time,but when the union does stuff that is wrong,I'll be the first to admit it. They did have a place in society,still do,but their role has grown way past their purpose due to corruption and greed. Can I say this to union officials ? Hell no,not if I ever want to work again. See,when the union holds the power,they control your life,how much you make,when you work,how often you'll work,etc. In exchange for giving up that control,they offer you certain benefits,very good ones at that,that you and mostly your employer will pay. Sound familiar ? Sound like the current HC plan running around in congress ? If you disagree with them or challenge them on anything,suddenly your not working....hmmm,also sounds familiar. Once you've given up certain freedoms in exchange for a job or HC,you have given control over your life to someone else. For me,thats like someone saying your too stupid to find a job,or run your own life,so we will do it for you. Am I wrong in this assumption ? I don't think so. Looks like our government wants a gigantic union for HC. I sound pretty anti-union,don't I ? Maybe I am in my wiser old age,who knows. One thing is for sure though,the power over your own self must remain with you,regardless of the carrot waived infront of you. Ok,off the soap box,enough ramblings for a sunday morning.
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Hope you have your flame suit at the ready.;)
Why? Because this Forum has such Liberal leanings? If anything, I would expect more high fives and **** slaps.I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore -
Most liberals are getting so far to the left that they're starting to come back around to the right!
Those of use solidly in the middle sure hope the far left and far right all move to France and help out that wonderful country.DKG999
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Most liberals are getting so far to the left that they're starting to come back around to the right!
Those of use solidly in the middle sure hope the far left and far right all move to France and help out that wonderful country.
+1. There's surprisingly little difference between the far left and far right. Their ideals may be at odds but the end result seems to be the same.If you will it, dude, it is no dream. -
I dunno boy's,I would take the wacky far right over the wacky far left any day. Kinda the lessor of two evils thing.HT SYSTEM-
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FittyFieFo wrote: »Boooo!!!! I'm from Chicago and wanted to be part of history
. It's okay, I saw Obama in Chicago when he won 
You are part of history, just not the history you wanted to be part of :eek: -
FittyFieFo wrote: »I do have a life...what makes you think I don't?
acorn , j.johnson ,soto mayor ,plasticpelosi and czars .:rolleyes: -
LOL, I love how Sen. Burris and Rev. Jackson blamed Bush for Chitown not getting the Olympics. Lets blame him for everything.
Bush was behind the grassy knoll.
Bush was in Ford theatre.
And you can just forget about that meteor nonsense. Bush killed the dinaosaurs.I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE! -
For all of Bush's quirks and foibles, this dip **** we have for the next 3 years is making him look like a genius.
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It must go with the job, since now Obama seems to be getting the blame for all those things too. At least you get to live in a nice house for a few years ... and the owner changes the drapes for you before you move in!LOL, I love how Sen. Burris and Rev. Jackson blamed Bush for Chitown not getting the Olympics. Lets blame him for everything.
Bush was behind the grassy knoll.
Bush was in Ford theatre.
And you can just forget about that meteor nonsense. Bush killed the dinaosaurs.Alea jacta est! -
please get a life ! we are tired to see everyday mr obama in the congress ,tv etc ! maybe he is not the president ? get to work ! 149 days of fiasco liberal . lets fitti fio fo respect our love for the music
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I don't have a clue what you just said, but I agree with the music part.:cool:please get a life ! we are tired to see everyday mr obama in the congress ,tv etc ! maybe he is not the president ? get to work ! 149 days of fiasco liberal . lets fitti fio fo respect our love for the musicThe Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD
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I dunno boy's,I would take the wacky far right over the wacky far left any day. Kinda the lessor of two evils thing.
IMO, thats the problem. "The lesser of 2 evils" argument is still evil. And this is the argument the 2 party system doesn't mind. Every four years or so, people get "angry", but never realize the root cause problems, and the majorities in governement shift. And nothing gets accomplished. Vote 3rd party or independent.... -
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Did the property values go up after you left?
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so you had something to add here or just wanted to stir the pot elsewhere? propping up your numbers lately with very little content?comment comment comment comment. bitchy.
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We probably could have won it, if someone hadn't spent the past 9 months apologizing for us, and basically telling the whole world what a rotten place this is:rolleyes:
I like his approach. Maybe it will help slow the illegals wanting to come to our country:) JK. The US is still the number one country that people want to move to. No other country is desired as much as ours. I guess BO doesn't know that either:rolleyes:
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