Where does Canada stand?./Who Stands 4 Canada

[GreenFish66]

I have no problem at all with New "Green" infrastructure spending, but, the public should be made aware of where the money is going..
What projects?


..We talking about money to fix water pipes.?.....Water treatment.?.....Clean up drinking water.?..... Solve congestion problems on hy-ways like the 401? ..Keeping parks clean, green and litter free.? .....Better waste management projects.?...

.More money to Vancouver, to help pay for the way over budget, Olympic projects..More affordable housing/rental projects.Or are we talking about new oil and gas pipe lines.?..Arctic exploration projects ..?..more unnecessary pet projects.?.

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We need the info...I wish I could say I trust Baird , Clement, Raitt, Prentise and The Harper" Gang green " group to make the right decisions.., but I don't....I would like to hear from the Canadian Government, exactly what any of them have accomplished so far, on behalf of Canada and Canadians... Not just for themselves and their own interests???...Baird was an environmental minister now in charge of infrastructure?...I am curious to know if he is even qualified for such a job.?..How green is Baird?..


. I am all for infrastructure projects that create GOOD/REAL long lasting jobs.....
I seem to remember when Casino's were rapidly built(years ago) all over Ontario and across the country ..Politicians promised money would go to the municipalities to help pay for infrastructure.Would employ many,,besides an oversupply of security guards(what do the people upstairs do ?lol) ...

Most employees have been replaced with money machines,( not necessarily a bad thing, but there never seems to be enough beverage attendants around..lol).. ..I happen to live but 40 minutes away from 3 different Casino's and have noticed, although the roads to the Casino's are in good shape, downtown is falling apart...Main roads are so abused by traffic around my area ,that all the ashfault used to fill the pot holes, has fallen out.. Leaving not only bigger holes... But big lumps of tar everywhere...


How can we be confident that our money is going to the right projects?... Not just into more silk lined pockets, never to be seen again.?..There has got to be transparency and accountability for any projects given the go ahead.For anything passed by this government.It is the only way to be certain that our money is being spent properly..Environmental assements help ensure transparentcy and accountability ....


Then all we need are workers who want to "put the shovel in the ground" for $10.00/hr with no long term benefits or security!
- Where is the money going?
- What infrastucture projects?
- What has the Harper government accomplished so far ?
- is the Harper government even qualified to do their jobs properly?
- Are the liberals any better...?
- What jobs will be created for workers?.
Canadians deserve a healthy,clean ,honest,safe, sustainable environment to live happily ever after in!...Is that too much to ask for??..Perhaps to some who feed of greed ,but to me , it is totally possible....!...

B.GreenFish(66)

 

[GreenFish66]

Steeling Canada?

Are American interests trying to Steel, all that is Canada/Canadian, by claiming stakes on american owned foreign investments.?..

Is Canada becoming an "Amercian Domestic" energy source ?.....
Can Canadians trust politicians with the last name .."Stockwellday"?...

B.GreenFish
(HMMM?..Stock Fish Day...There....That's better?)..............


Does Canada own any steel factories?..

.I don't think so.How does this help Canada and Canadians?...If you have ever been from Niagra..to about Hamilton you will notice America mixing in...


For better or for worse?.


I would say ...Depends on Whether those guests respect Canada ,Canadians,and the environment affected by their consumption and waste.....What message should Canada send to foreign friends/family/visitors?..

-"Canada for sale..everything must go..It's cheap"..

- "Canada, Free to a good home" ..

.Or Canada .

."We Will will work with you,as we would ,a close friend/family/guest, but don't take advantage of the hosts hospitality .. It is in No ones best interest..

 

[GreenFish66]

Radio active leak ? What is the Waste management plan

Nuclear waste spilling from a Canadian reactor into the Ottawa river?..

.Natural resourse minister ,Mrs..Riatt..Seems to think she has only 2 choices..

1.) Let the waste keep leakin into the river
2.). Stop making isotopes, and loose our place in the isotope business..

Currently Canada makes approx 70% of The worlds isotopes.....and Unfortunatley She is right..

Why has the Canadian government neglected it's duty to protect the safety and health of Canadians?


How can the Canadian government continue to turn a blind eye on a very dangerous , but widely used source of energy... An energy that provides a good business for Canada...There are better ways to make isotopes more effeciently .These ways should've been explored and initiated years ago.....But it would appear ,through shrugged shoulders and casual comments, that we will ultimately, loose our place in this market , as we continue to put the health and saftey of Canadians at risk...

This is not only bad business and hazardous ignorance..But by neglecting new green/technological opportunities and by overlooking safety concerns. We seem to(by Mrs.Raitts ideology) have no choice but to loose or loose..These are unexceptable outcomes...
Is it too late to save this nuclear facility and the work it does?..
.Unfortuantely it would seem as though the answer is yes..I

t is too dangerous to allow this business to continue to run in its current state...I believe it would be in everyones interest to look into a better, more balanced and sustaiable way, of running a dangerous business,such as the nuclear energy business ...Perhaps instead of paving over environmental assessment policies by ignoring/hiding the problems, hoping they won't blow up in everyones face..We need to strengthen the rules that regulate dangerous energies...

What is Canada's waste managment stategy for hazardous waste ...All waste ..Is it working ?


How do we ensure energy facilities are properly maintained, run safely and effeciently?


Just simply bad business ,bad management with dangerous consequences due to lack of action and vision..
Mrs.Raitts ,as the natural resource minister..What are you going to do to find a solution, to this very urgent issue?
This problem won't go away..It will hang in the air, mix into our water and loiter in the backyard of the Capital until

1)..The problem is resolved or
2)........Well ..We all know what 2 is ?..Hold your breath!

This matter is past its expirey and needs attention immediately .Canada and Canadians demand/deserve a solution..
If you can not make the hard decisions ,perhaps you should find an easier position, like being "pro bottled water."..

.Tick...tock...tick...tock...!

Time for a new "green friendly"..well balanced/sustainable , energy plan !.

B.Greenfish66

 

[GreenFish66]

Casino State?

Government brings in $6 Billion a year in Lotteries!...WOW!
There's 1 way to stimulate the economy ..More and Bigger Jackpots/Money Prizes!
Where does all the money go?

Apparently The economy can't be in too bad of shape..It would seem as though people are still gambling in the lost/last hope, of trying to "WIN BIG" ,inorder to pay off that bursting debt.

I have always felt that Governments shouldn't be in the Casino/Entertainment business..Should be privately run under fair rules and regulations..

What are the chances of "Winning big" off a government run system addicted to profits?Well ..It is certain, the odds are not stacked in our favour...For the Government, lotteries, gaming and entertainment is a constant Jackpot payout .

In ontario there are way more Casino's then are necessary...If I had my way, I would close down many smaller Casino's .For the most part, to me, they are not entertaining at all.. Crammed/cramped/ packed full of "Big Grumpy Loser's"..(lol.)....

Having said that..Niagra falls is a great entertainment hotspot.....Where else do you have the power ,the wonder, a great marvell of nature.. Mixed with the allure and excitement of good fun and "Big Money "?......AAAhhh ya ...You can smell it in the air..The smell of green is everywhere!...It is the place 2B...4 me..Cuz At least you can enjoy the true awesomeness of "The falls" for free ..after you loose all your money on gambling and entertainment..(lol)...You might as well get the biggest bang for your entertainment $$$ in this "Casino State"...

I've done my own " In field " research study on Government gaming ...The conclusion ,,The odds are stacked against you!...(Not to mention I think the government cheats...although it would be hard to prove it)...(lol)Most people say they don't trust the way government s spend their tax $$$$...Yet a large # of those same people , take the chance risking all their money , at the Government run industry!...Hmmmm ..go figure...
Lotteries and gaming facilities are a win/win for the government ..but ...unfortunatley , far more than not ,a loose/loose for gamers and local business's!(places like niagra/vegas are exceptions)..Be careful ,Drink and game responsibly because sure, the government has no problem helping spend your money on Gamblin and boozin..But will be hard pressed to help you, when your bust ,broke and hungover ..That's when it's no fun at all...and just doesn't seem fair..(boo hoo)

There should be an independent study done on Canada's lottery and gaming industry..People deserve fair play and transparent rules on returns and actual payouts for gamers...

What are your odds of winning?(slim)

Where does the money go?(who knows exactly)

"Play for fun,not for broke.".."know your limit , play within it ," "drink responsibly" ....and all those other slogans/signs Governments post on the walls, in the over abundant ammount of Gaming establishments and liquor stores throughout the country.(most in Ont)
There is way too much secrecy in the government gaming world ..It's time for the lottery and gaming corp, to open the door and allow more independent studies/research ,on regulations, fair pay/play and affect of gambling in this country. . People should have the right to know how the Gaming industry works and where all that money goes?

I wonder how much of Ontario's "have not" status can be pinned on the numerous gaming facilities?( is this a real factor?))

What are the odds of the government opening the doors to investigate issues with lottery/gaming corp?.....

Slim to none ..I would bet!

B.Greenfish66

Transparentcy and accountablity, as well as, More and Bigger Jackpot prizes for all!!.Now That , would be stimulating !....

 

[petros]

The instant you walk through the doors of a casino you have lost.

 

[GreenFish66]

In the Shade of green

--\Vultures are hovering over the nest of the vulnerable .
Scavengers ,Waiting to swoop down and steal that meal,that deal....
Why just go after the nest egg, when you can take the entire nest...?
....Governments fly on the wings ...Proudly Looking over the Banks of green below, congratulating each other, on yet another, successfully Effecient, waste management project..
For banks /business' and politicians ,who circle themselves in economics ... It's all green...Green for as far as the eye can see!...A whole forest of Money trees and other Digitally enhanced growth...

Keep in mind, there are many different shades of green in Green/technology

All depends on your point of view ..I would suggest you find a view that best fits your own lifestyle ...Don't put all your eggs in one basket...Unless you like scrambled omlettes ....Do your own research ..watch your money closely...Know where it's going...

No use flying by the seat of your pants...Plan and save for the future.Work to pay off controlling debt,,.Spend time enjoying what you have, with friends ,family and peers/mentors... There are many up's and downers in life...It is never too late to do better.Learn from the past..Things will always change for the better or worse.(surely for the better).

You must decide ,how you prefer live.What is the reality of your situation ?

To move positvely forward, toward a prosperous /happy/healthy /safe future....Is by far, the best /easiest bet ...Comes with the greatest return!...

Some would say easier said than done...True.....but only for those who haven't done anything about it!


Green/technology

Time to Make it real!

 

[GreenFish66]

I would agree with you petros..If you are gaming in government owned Casino's ..You will loose if you don't try to enjoy the atmosphere and entertainment, before your feed the hungry machines...Vegas is a different world altogether..It is larger than life.BIG TIME FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT.As long as you watch what you do with your gaming budget ..There is a lot of fun /entertainment to be had, for a good affordable price in Vegas,,,..You know..."what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas"

You go into A Canadian Government owned Casino .Without knowing /playing your odds...You've got about 20 min..with $100

I have a better system helps you get the biggest bang for your buck .."10x 100 ways to improve your odds/chances of winning, as you better enjoy your stay...But the odds are not in anyones favour but the Governments...

Niagra is ,by far, the best entertainment hotspot in Canada's Casino state...

 

[GreenFish66]

Out of the darkness ...Into the light!

Until this" stimulus" "Bailout" what ever you wanna call it ..Is stamped out and finished with...You will have failing businesses begging for $$$$,others playing hurt for more $$$$ ..afraid the others who caused the problems will get more $$$$$$...to cause more problems....


New up and coming,growing, profitable businesses/better ways, seem to get trompled and smothered by a stampede of the same ol' greed and unfair regulations/ practises made common, thru 8 years of abuse..Hard working People/public stripped of all their are worth, to benefit "Bailout" those, who see not real living souls in play . lives seemingly Nothing more than plastic models/simulated programs, and those money making machines protected by little green army figurines! ...

..We have invested too much into war , elections and failing businesses...It is time to stop this abuse and misuse,,,,time for a new way....A better way.... One made in peace for all ..not torn to pieces by few, at the expense of all !......Save your money ...Find better ,simpler ways to do things. Pay down debt for greater control over your future decisions...Enjoy life!..The life you make with friends/family ..mentors and peers,,..,...Make your own way, with others who share in a vision for , a better way.Find Options for other ways......It's never too late for positive change...


Balance ,effecientcy and sustainability in a new Green/clean/tech Global/local world, will help move us all positively forward, into a more prosperous/happy/healthy/safe way of life.. No matter where you live, what you believe in ,, whatever color, or shade of green ,you prefer..


.The future can be brillantlly bright ,,full of a whole Colourfull collage of possiblities !..If you choose lol...


B.Greenfish66

Although I prefer to wear black(in many different designs,patterns,shapes and shades lol)..a little Colour is a good thing ..Too much light ,too soon,can be blinding ,burn your wings ...However..All is cool ..I'll wear these "googly eyed" goofy looking shades, if it makes you smile...Whatever makes you happy...., I can turn down/out the lights if you'd rather.. ...))

There are many ways to make peace .Many ways far more productive and benefitcial then fear of the dark..

... I am not afraid of the dark..or what's in it!...R .U..?...lol..
There's No fun in fear...Don't be afraid of the future .Embrace it. .Even if you can't see thru the darkness .Your eye's will adjust in time ..You know where you are,where you should be going....You know where the light switch is if you need it.... ..After all...No worry , You are safe in your own room,your own space , at home..In time , tommorow, there is a Good chance , the sun will rise again ....


Or Whatever(?)


Over and outthere from here...In the dark,but it's Ok..I have seen the light!!...


Ok Ok ..Enough for now!...

Peace ..

 

[GreenFish66]

Employment Woes?

To whom it may concern

Hi this ____________ calling..I was refered here( ontario works) by E.I. and social services..I am calling to find out about the Ontario Works program..I can be reached anytime at 1- 800- 123-4567


My E.I. Benefits have ended..There is still about 1 to 2 months left before landscaping season starts again...
I've been applying for jobs everywhere..Can't even get hired in a factory..As much as I hate factory life..I have tryed everything and so far nothing ...

I am a single father trying my best to raise my kid on next to nothing ..If I end up on the street , loose my son..Well I'll have nothing left to loose..

Not only does E.I. not allow enough to live on..At About $1000 a month ..The government never seems to take enough taxes off..If anyone should Know about taxes.You would think it would be the government..
Last year I got $1000 back from income tax..This year I made even less than last, but 4 some reason owe $100 .I usually use that extra tax money to help float me until work starts again.This year I was shocked to find out I owed money ..Like somethings not quite right here..

It's obvious to me the government is aware of this E.I. problem.. Given the fact they are playing games with a bill that would see E.I benefits extended by 5 weeks..About what I would need inorder to make in till spring season starts...I guess we'll Have to wait to see what happens on that one eh..Probably preparing for another election in the spring...
As far as I'm concerned E.I. has become a criminal program . Right up there with tax revenue agency,social services,. Casino's and liquor stores..

E.I. funds are not being used for what they were intented for ..For out of work ..Hard workers...We all know about the huge E.I. surplus ..It is just sad to see how the government misuses these programs and treats hard workers..
It is pretty sad when you gotta call social services inorder to make it till april/may(they refer you to the works program)....Not to mention the fact , I am sure welfare pays more than E.I...probably more than I make working ..(Governments solution to that would probably be to cut welfare.)..

If I only had problems with the government once in a while ..It would be alright ,but every year around this time ..Somethin always happens to cause more grief and headaches ,,. I 'm a green guy trying to live simple..Or to put it better..I Became A green guy to simply try and live .I'm starting to think the government has it in for me because I am green..lol..
Like I've been reasessed by tax revenue 3 times in 5 years.Maybe It's because they're surprised how little I live off .And after 3 reassessments ,Never once was I at fault .Actually one year they had to give me money..Never once an appology..Only more problems...It's Just plain criminal..


Anyway sorry for venting this on you .You know ,Same sob story as others I'm sure.I'm running out of options and sinking fast .I wrote my car off in an accident at the end of last season .. Lost my apartment last year around this time, and have over stayed my welcome at families and friends places.. ..Like I said ..If I end up on the street and loose my kid ..Which is always a very real possibility nowadays ..I will have nothing left to loose..So I am wondering , if there anything I can do, to get assistance till I can get back on my feet?..(if it's still possible).


E.I reffered me to Social Services, Social services Reffered me to a government works program..I left a message ..Been 3 days now noone has returned my call....

There's gotta be a better way ...

Yours truly

A-Z


P.S....Ahhhh yeh,,.That feels a little better.Thanks for reading.Sorry if I offended everyone..



Unfortunatley ...Ineffective and inefficient seems to be the best way to describe all these programs run by the Criminal organization Calling itself the Government nowadys ...It is ridiculous, annoying and painful to watch as our politicians struggle to do ...well....Anything productive or meaningful for anybody besides themselves..Any politicains who try to do something are swamped in paper work and stamped out by self interested politicians...What ever happened to good, strong, caring leadership?...Seems to be in the past along with a very out of touch government....I am including all governments of Canada.....If it wasn't for the big guns they hold ..I am afraid to ask..Why do we need them at all.?..Oh yeah to keep business in check...Or is that ...To keep giving businesses checks so they'll stay here...And to keep people from rioting... well... the goverment, I'm guessin'...oh, Isn't it almost time for yet another election?...For whatever purpose that would serve...Government is out of touch with the realities of todays world.. God help us all, cuz noone else will ..Unless you help yourself.To find out how .Just follow the banks, insurance and car companies..They're getting pretty good at abusing and misusing tax payer money then going back to ask for more...And getting It...But I wonder if any of them including government really get it at all..!..Workers are the back bone of everything..


Stop the abuse !


B.Greenfish66

Ontario Works 1-519-837-2670 ext 3390
E.I. 1- 800 - 531- 7555
Information services 1-800-206-7218

 

[GreenFish66]

Re-Canadian conspiracy theories eh?!


Is Mcquinty joining the taxes so ontario/canada can sell casino's (internal problems?),tax winners at 15 %, like the buffalo casino??...great tourist site!...Amercia..oh .America...!.Could this be true?...Is this a question?...Have to wait and see how things will unfold in the near future..lol...Wanna bet?...what are the odds?..take a chance...spin the wheel..and all those odds and probability terms?..and Loose your money(unless you got nothin to loose. nothin to worry about..)!..lol..


Computer virus//?..Most virus's are created not by hackin abusers but by longtime users and security guru's!..??...Byron Holland .CEO.Canadian internet registration authority?..,,sounds like a new internet security group creatin their own work.!,B.S...April 1st.?.sounds like new internet security features are comin to me...Canada tryin to regulate the internet again?... a little odd ..

 

[GreenFish66]

Fox makin fun of Canada ..Big deal.Funny.We know everything about them..They know nothing about us...I would ask anyone from that "red eye" show to live here during 1 canadian winter.There is a reason we are Between U.S. and russia ..No one wanted to live here.(haha)..Canadians shouldn't have to remind Fox who started most of these meaningless wars...We are friends and allies...But these few ignorant americans ruin it for the rest of Americans..No worry these few "B" rated late night talkers are no threat to Canada, or the many late night talk shows(like Colbert or Fergusson)...So no big deal..Just good advertising

 

[GreenFish66]

re- govenment addicted to gambling with the peoples $$?

Problem Gambling Focus of New Research Lab | University of Guelph
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I watched the W-5 show on ctv (link above)..Although it was good to see a show that addressed the growing problems with gambling ..It bothered me to see how little of the problems were exposed and even more so, how bias the news show seemed to be on giving proper solutions to this growing problem..Added security always seems to be the solution..This doesn't work...The best way to stop problem, gambling.I am sure most would agree.Is to Take the damn atm machines out!..Period...You take what you are willing to spend..


.1 time to the machine you are already taking out more than you went to spend...


twice to the machine ..next weeks savings..


After that you get into money you don't have


.......Another similar solution is to have a security person , through one of the hundreds of cameras, watching for people who have been to the atm machine more than twice..At which point security could address the problem......That simple!

I am certain over the next year or so ...Niagra and other casio's will be sold to private firms..The government is beginning to acknowledge that there is a growing problem and so,of course, will wash their hands of the problem soon....
The ontario merger of taxes will allow the federal and provincial governments to sell casion' and charge 13% on the winnings(like buffalo)...After the casino's are sold to amercian investors (more than likely),I believe you will see government groups beginning to get into the gambling problem business..Just a well educated guess....We all like to win but the problem comes when we always loose..


Thanks to Sites like this..People can help get the word out there..Cuz we all know the government has it's own gambling addiction to deal with And the money goes they get goes to advertising their own interests.....Governments should not be in the gaming business...This blatant money grab, shows a lack of respect and caring for the people, by both the provincial and federal government and Should be better addressed than it has been..


Thank-you for your time...

B.Greenfish66

 

[JLM]

Problem Gambling Focus of New Research Lab | University of Guelph
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I watched the W-5 show on ctv (link above)..Although it was good to see a show that addressed the growing problems with gambling ..It bothered me to see how little of the problems were exposed and even more so, how bias the news show seemed to be on giving proper solutions to this growing problem..Added security always seems to be the solution..This doesn't work...The best way to stop problem, gambling.I am sure most would agree.Is to Take the damn atm machines out!..Period...You take what you are willing to spend..


.1 time to the machine you are already taking out more than you went to spend...


twice to the machine ..next weeks savings..


After that you get into money you don't have


.......Another similar solution is to have a security person , through one of the hundreds of cameras, watching for people who have been to the atm machine more than twice..At which point security could address the problem......That simple!

I am certain over the next year or so ...Niagra and other casio's will be sold to private firms..The government is beginning to acknowledge that there is a growing problem and so,of course, will wash their hands of the problem soon....
The ontario merger of taxes will allow the federal and provincial governments to sell casion' and charge 13% on the winnings(like buffalo)...After the casino's are sold to amercian investors (more than likely),I believe you will see government groups beginning to get into the gambling problem business..Just a well educated guess....We all like to win but the problem comes when we always loose..


Thanks to Sites like this..People can help get the word out there..Cuz we all know the government has it's own gambling addiction to deal with And the money goes they get goes to advertising their own interests.....Governments should not be in the gaming business...This blatant money grab, shows a lack of respect and caring for the people, by both the provincial and federal government and Should be better addressed than it has been..


Thank-you for your time...

B.Greenfish66

I disagree, gambling (in moderation) like alcohol is fine for people who can handle it. I (so far) have enjoyed it and handled it. Some people spend thousands of dollars on things like fishing charter trips or travelling around the country playing golf. I enjoy taking out a few hundred dollars and spending a couple of days at a casino two or three times a year. I stick to the nickel and dime games for obvious reasons. I realize some people need help with gambling addictions and there are professionals for that but yanking out machines isn't a solution to the problem.

 

[GreenFish66]

Bring what your willing to spend ...atm's are unnecessary if you go with what you are willing to spend...If a security gaurd sees someone has went to the candy machine more than twice...They are spending more than they should!...at least 70 % of people in casino's live pay check to pay check...Rich people tend not to gamble in casino' .They loose all their money in the market....It's a suckers game...Period...Although You are right ,once in while, 4 fun is fine..But those with the problems tend to be the ones supportin the overkill of casino's ..especially in ont...Addictions cost everyone money in the long run...The people that cause the problems ..need to solve the problems...

enjoy your vacation!

Save your money!

 

[GreenFish66]

Social safety nets for big business?


Thanks again Obama...right on the money....No such thing as too big to fail...Absolute power corrupts absolutely...

Perhaps allowing one big company to fail will help the others to grow stronger ...

Why should ford stocks fall because Gm is in trouble?..

Center in on the trouble and let the others go free to grow into the new sustainable environment !..

..I do believe however, if Gm/Chysler get's itself out of its difficulties ..It will grow twice as big as before..If it can stop relying on others to support it!..Big money leaders hate giving social saftey nets, yet have no problem asking for money to help themselves....It's Ridiculous..

B.S. games with negative gains is no way to run a business or a country !

I stand and applaud you for your efforts Obama...

Americans thank-you for giving them a true voice ...

 

[GreenFish66]

A new Auto insurance bank?..Just what we all need

Sounds to me ,from what I hear, like the car companies are gonna sell insurance to risky buyers...

Will this insurance be mandatory?..

How much is the government gonna put into this new auto insurance bank?..

Here's an out there idea(whatdu expect lol)..Perhaps the car companies could give all it's valued employee's cars and trucks for a job well done .(Sell them insurance at the same time) ...Their names could be on their new car our truck as it travelled down the line...Also gives the employee a sense of job security!....

Why not take it a step further?

Give people in general the choice of the car they want to buy..(with options, (hopefully THEY will choose "green " cars):wink: ..then build it!

Same ol games ..different faces ...a true public consensus can be found if big leaders are willing to open their eye's and listen...

 

[GreenFish66]

G-20 World insurance?

From local to global it's all about big bank insurance...control the little people and little countries ..Sounds like it would be benefitial to have a green carbon trading tax after all...Taxes are being raised on everything and going to fund self interested politicians and big business projects ..Green Carbon tax is the only way to INSURE we "THE PEOPLE" get anything back!..

 

[GreenFish66]

Government run gambling

Government should not be in the Casino industry...Would make more money privatizing and helping addicted gamblers..

 

[Cannuck]

I disagree, gambling (in moderation) like alcohol is fine for people who can handle it. I (so far) have enjoyed it and handled it. Some people spend thousands of dollars on things like fishing charter trips or travelling around the country playing golf. I enjoy taking out a few hundred dollars and spending a couple of days at a casino two or three times a year. I stick to the nickel and dime games for obvious reasons. I realize some people need help with gambling addictions and there are professionals for that but yanking out machines isn't a solution to the problem.

I'm an addicted golfer and spend thousands every year. Nobody seems to care about me. :-(

 

[JLM]

I'm an addicted golfer and spend thousands every year. Nobody seems to care about me. :-(

I'd say you are surviving well. :lol::lol: