That would be the logical conclusion, but it's not how things work historically.
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That would be the logical conclusion, but it's not how things work historically.
How many nations in world history have relied on the loans of foreign nations to finance their existence more than the United States? Zero. It has never happened before.
This nation is going to see some very hard economic times soon, and our creditors are going to be very upset when they are paid pennies on the dollar for their investments.
China has quadrupled its defense budget in the last 5 years. I wonder why?
I meant that historically a country with a significant military tends to use it when its economy goes to shit. Many economists even believe (wrongly) that war is good for an economy.
Economically, many many governments have relied on booty from other nations to finance their excesses. The result is invariably an early illusion of increased wealth followed by a sharp crash (and very often new wars). I don't see why borrowing (selling treasuries, printing FRNs) will end differently than conquest. The result is the same w.r.t. a monetary expansion without the accompanying capital formation.
Years ago I had expected China to turn out much like Japan which has never really risen out of the collapse it experienced in the 80's. But I see China expanding into other parts of Asia, making trade deals that do not involve (or explicitly exclude) the US. I half believe this has much to do with the present and planned attempts of the US to surround China with nukes and other military assets under the guise of defense against North Korea.
American multi nationals rape and pillage, but they don't pay taxes.
The USA can obliterate China 300 times over. They will not start a war with us. They will just watch as we slip into economic oblivion. Then they will project their military and economic prowess to dominate the world.
It will not be easy for China either because of the investments they have in the USA, and the markets here that will be destroyed, but they will be in a much better position than we will be, and they will be the newest super power.
Not sure what you mean. China buys US Treasuries (or used to). They also ship their goods to the US in exchange for (soon to be) worthless FRNs. Even their workers are directly, err, leased to the crony corporations from the US.
Odds are good you will hear US war drums against China long before that happens. That is, if the US doesn't provoke Russia before then.
agreed.
I mean US corporations that move overseas or do a lot of business over seas and don't pay tax.
Then you have guys like Trump who don't pay federal income tax. He made terrible business decisions and hasn't paid taxes for years after. That 917,000,000 dollar loss he took in Atlantic city, he was able to write off for 18 years. That is your government in action.
Now you've gone from debate to rant mode : )
Controlled by the ruling class. The ruling class throw out a few scraps to the people to keep them happy, and they throw out a few issues like gay marriage, abortion, etc to keep them distracted as they line their pockets. The idea that there are two distinct parties is a fabrication perpetrated on the people. Unfortunately the people have swollowed the lie, hook, line and sinker.
Part II...
Trump's Views on Science Are Shockingly Ignorant
Trump's Views on Science Are Shockingly Ignorant
One of the major-party presidential candidates has had plenty to say during this year's campaign. But almost none of the words from Donald J. Trump have been about the importance of science and science literacy to the nation's economic growth, security and international prestige—as well as to the health and well-being of the American people and the future of the planet itself.
Trump has, however, made statements about science over the years, many of them in the form of tweets. They betray his beliefs about scientific issues, so we are reprinting a selection of them here. We have not fact-checked them.
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Trump's Views on Science Are Shockingly Ignorant
One of the major-party presidential candidates has had plenty to say during this year's campaign. But almost none of the words from Donald J. Trump have been about the importance of science and science literacy to the nation's economic growth, security and international prestige—as well as to the health and well-being of the American people and the future of the planet itself.
Trump has, however, made statements about science over the years, many of them in the form of tweets. They betray his beliefs about scientific issues, so we are reprinting a selection of them here. We have not fact-checked them.
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Why Did Vote-Rigging Robert Creamer Visit The White House Over 200 Times During The Obama Admin
Someone within the White House should probably explain why the vote-rigging, convicted felon, Robert Creamer visited the White House over 200 times during the Obama administration, including 45 visits with the President himself.
Someone within the White House should probably explain why the vote-rigging, convicted felon, Robert Creamer visited the White House over 200 times during the Obama administration, including 45 visits with the President himself.
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The Republican party haven't been exactly "saints "either brother lolWhy Did Vote-Rigging Robert Creamer Visit The White House Over 200 Times During The Obama Admin
Someone within the White House should probably explain why the vote-rigging, convicted felon, Robert Creamer visited the White House over 200 times during the Obama administration, including 45 visits with the President himself.
Don't Forget Jeb Bush Played Key Role in Stealing the Presidency for His Brother
What's your point? A pox on both parties.
CdnGuy
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My point ? Shady on the left and shady on the right lol Take your pick
At least they haven't resorted to hiring the mentally ill to cause violence at Trump rallies. Violence seems to follow the Democrats.
Re the "stolen election" of 2000:
The Florida Recount of 2000
CdnGuy
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That seems to be the new trend even here on Meso. The ugl's are hiring the mentally ill to Rep or either shill for them
They "Left" their shit behind : ) Shouldn't bother the media. They are already used to the smell of Hillary's ass..
Hillary Campaign Apologizes After Her Bus Is Caught Dumping Human Waste On Side Of Street
by Tyler Durden
Oct 19, 2016 8:22 AM
In an act that some have said reeks of symbolism, the tour bus of the Clinton campaign was caught dumping human waste literally on the street, or as some less politically correct commentators have dubbed the incident, "the Hillary campaign caught shitting on main street America."
As a result, Hillary Clinton's campaign bus is being investigated after police in Lawrenceville, Georgia, received multiple reports of Hillary’s “Forward Together” tour bus illegally dumped human waste into a storm drain along Grayson Highway on Tuesday morning.
As http://www.cbs46.com/story/33418363/witness-clinton-forward-together-tour-bus-dumps-human-waste-into-storm-drain, a local businessman took photos of the illegal activity, prompting police to launch a full probe. The photos showed off-colored liquid oozing out of the bus. Hillary Clinton was not at the scene as the bus was in-between campaign stops.
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When police arrived at the scene, they were greeted with a foul odor and remnants of used toilet paper scattered across the ground. What the campaign dumped at the scene was so disgusting that a HAZMAT team was called to come in to clean up the mess.
In addition to the local police, the Gwinnett County Stormwater Management and the State Environment Protection Department are participating in the investigation. CBS46 asked the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the party organization working in tandem with the campaign to get Hillary elected, prompting an apology by the DNC.
Adding to the embarrassment Gwinnett County Storm Water is now involved in the investigation as well as the State Environment Protection Department.
Hillary Campaign Apologizes After Her Bus Is Caught Dumping Human Waste On Side Of Street
by Tyler Durden
Oct 19, 2016 8:22 AM
In an act that some have said reeks of symbolism, the tour bus of the Clinton campaign was caught dumping human waste literally on the street, or as some less politically correct commentators have dubbed the incident, "the Hillary campaign caught shitting on main street America."
As a result, Hillary Clinton's campaign bus is being investigated after police in Lawrenceville, Georgia, received multiple reports of Hillary’s “Forward Together” tour bus illegally dumped human waste into a storm drain along Grayson Highway on Tuesday morning.
As http://www.cbs46.com/story/33418363/witness-clinton-forward-together-tour-bus-dumps-human-waste-into-storm-drain, a local businessman took photos of the illegal activity, prompting police to launch a full probe. The photos showed off-colored liquid oozing out of the bus. Hillary Clinton was not at the scene as the bus was in-between campaign stops.
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http://www.cbs46.com/clip/12832357/dnc-apologizes-after-tour-bus-illegally-dumps-human-waste-in-gwinnett-county
CBS46 News
When police arrived at the scene, they were greeted with a foul odor and remnants of used toilet paper scattered across the ground. What the campaign dumped at the scene was so disgusting that a HAZMAT team was called to come in to clean up the mess.
In addition to the local police, the Gwinnett County Stormwater Management and the State Environment Protection Department are participating in the investigation. CBS46 asked the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the party organization working in tandem with the campaign to get Hillary elected, prompting an apology by the DNC.
This was an honest mistake and we apologize to the Lawrenceville community for any harm we may have caused. We were unaware of any possible violations and have already taken corrective action with the charter bus company to prevent this from happening again. Furthermore, the DNC will work with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, as well as local and state officials to determine the best course of corrective action.
Adding to the embarrassment Gwinnett County Storm Water is now involved in the investigation as well as the State Environment Protection Department.
He "collapsed when they arrested him and had to be hospitalized". Makes me think of Trump's 400 lb guy sitting on his bed.
'Russian Hacker' Arrested In Prague Last Week, Announcement "Tactically Delayed" Until Day Of US Debate
by Tyler Durden
Oct 19, 2016 9:47 AM
Two days before the Obama administration formally accused the Russian government of hacking Democrats, NYTimes reports that a man identified as a "Russian hacker suspected of pursuing targets in the United States" was arrested in the Czech Republic. While the arrest was made on Oct 5th, officials stated that "we postponed the announcement for tactical reasons," which makes one wonder whether this is the debate-day-distraction Hillary needs?
The United States director of national intelligence, James R. Clapper Jr., said in a statement on Oct. 7 that high-level Russian officials were trying to interfere with American elections.
But, as The New York Times reports, a "russian hacker" was arrested two days before this... and the announcement delayed until today... Debate Day!?
Czech police said the suspect was traveling in the Czech Republic with his girlfriend and had a luxury car. Upon arrest, the man collapsed and was hospitalized, officials said. Extradition proceedings in Czech courts could see the suspect turned over to face possible charges in the United States. (via Google Translate)
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So is this the 'defense' tonight as Trump comes out swinging with the myriad of hard-to-explain incidents exposed in the DCLeaks and WikiLeaks emails? Can she simply bluff the American people into ignoring the disastrous content by distracting them with the messenger not the message?
'Russian Hacker' Arrested In Prague Last Week, Announcement "Tactically Delayed" Until Day Of US Debate
by Tyler Durden
Oct 19, 2016 9:47 AM
Two days before the Obama administration formally accused the Russian government of hacking Democrats, NYTimes reports that a man identified as a "Russian hacker suspected of pursuing targets in the United States" was arrested in the Czech Republic. While the arrest was made on Oct 5th, officials stated that "we postponed the announcement for tactical reasons," which makes one wonder whether this is the debate-day-distraction Hillary needs?
The United States director of national intelligence, James R. Clapper Jr., said in a statement on Oct. 7 that high-level Russian officials were trying to interfere with American elections.
“The recent disclosures of alleged hacked emails on sites like DCLeaks.com and WikiLeaks and by the Guccifer 2.0 online persona are consistent with the methods and motivations of Russian-directed efforts,” Mr. Clapper said. “These thefts and disclosures are intended to interfere with the U.S. election process.”
Mr. Clapper said that “such activity is not new to Moscow,” and he accused Russia of using similar tactics across Europe to influence public opinion.
“We believe, based on the scope and sensitivity of these efforts,” he said, “that only Russia’s senior-most officials could have authorized these activities.”
Mr. Clapper said that “such activity is not new to Moscow,” and he accused Russia of using similar tactics across Europe to influence public opinion.
“We believe, based on the scope and sensitivity of these efforts,” he said, “that only Russia’s senior-most officials could have authorized these activities.”
But, as The New York Times reports, a "russian hacker" was arrested two days before this... and the announcement delayed until today... Debate Day!?
A man identified as a Russian hacker suspected of pursuing targets in the United States has been arrested in the Czech Republic, the police announced Tuesday evening.
The suspect, who was captured in a raid at a hotel in central Prague, did not resist arrest, but he had medical problems and was briefly hospitalized, the police said in a statement.
David Schön, a police spokesman, said on Wednesday that the man, whose name has not been released, was arrested on Oct. 5. “We postponed the announcement for tactical reasons,” he said.
The statement said that “the man was a Russian citizen suspected of hacking attacks on targets in the United States,” and that the raid was conducted in collaboration with the F.B.I. after Interpol issued an arrest warrant for him.
A judge in Prague has ordered the man to remain in custody, and a court will examine whether to extradite him to the United States. Neither the Czech authorities nor the F.B.I. would supply further details.
The suspect, who was captured in a raid at a hotel in central Prague, did not resist arrest, but he had medical problems and was briefly hospitalized, the police said in a statement.
David Schön, a police spokesman, said on Wednesday that the man, whose name has not been released, was arrested on Oct. 5. “We postponed the announcement for tactical reasons,” he said.
The statement said that “the man was a Russian citizen suspected of hacking attacks on targets in the United States,” and that the raid was conducted in collaboration with the F.B.I. after Interpol issued an arrest warrant for him.
A judge in Prague has ordered the man to remain in custody, and a court will examine whether to extradite him to the United States. Neither the Czech authorities nor the F.B.I. would supply further details.
Czech police said the suspect was traveling in the Czech Republic with his girlfriend and had a luxury car. Upon arrest, the man collapsed and was hospitalized, officials said. Extradition proceedings in Czech courts could see the suspect turned over to face possible charges in the United States. (via Google Translate)
Hacker is in custody
Rapid intervention experts quest.
Policemen investigation department of the Criminal Police and Investigation of the Police Presidium again successfully collaborated with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The aim of the police was this time a Russian citizen suspected of hacking attacks on targets in the United States. On the search was called Interpol issued. RED NOTICE.
With the rapid flow of information, the man was detained for 12 hours after receiving the first operational information. In the Czech Republic moved luxury car accompanied by his girlfriend. For the actual arrest took place in a hotel in the city center. Searched police crackdown was so surprised that no resistance. Immediately after the arrest of a man showed collapse and the state police had to take immediately provide first aid and was eventually hospitalized. The Municipal Court in Prague decided on the man's custody. The hacker's extradition to the US will now decide judicial authorities.
Authorities haven't released the suspect's name.Rapid intervention experts quest.
Policemen investigation department of the Criminal Police and Investigation of the Police Presidium again successfully collaborated with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The aim of the police was this time a Russian citizen suspected of hacking attacks on targets in the United States. On the search was called Interpol issued. RED NOTICE.
With the rapid flow of information, the man was detained for 12 hours after receiving the first operational information. In the Czech Republic moved luxury car accompanied by his girlfriend. For the actual arrest took place in a hotel in the city center. Searched police crackdown was so surprised that no resistance. Immediately after the arrest of a man showed collapse and the state police had to take immediately provide first aid and was eventually hospitalized. The Municipal Court in Prague decided on the man's custody. The hacker's extradition to the US will now decide judicial authorities.
* * *
So is this the 'defense' tonight as Trump comes out swinging with the myriad of hard-to-explain incidents exposed in the DCLeaks and WikiLeaks emails? Can she simply bluff the American people into ignoring the disastrous content by distracting them with the messenger not the message?
