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H1N1 Vaccine
Liberty54
10/20/09
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Congress and the Senate
Should Congress pass the health care reform? Will the Senate agree to an energy and climate legislation? Debate the actions, voting, and government policy of the House of Representatives and Senate. |
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spies on capitol hill?
MysteryMan99
10/21/09
@ 2:47 PM |
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Media and Commentators
What are the talking heads saying? Should Lou Dobbs be fired for his anti-immigration comments? What are your thoughts on Michael Moore's latest film? Discuss political analysts, media outlets, coverage, media personalities, propaganda, and films. |
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Avatar Anti-American?
nameless
1/12/10
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Law and the Justice System
Is Sonia Sotomayor a good choice for Supreme Court Justice? Do you have faith in our justice system? Discuss the Justice System of the United States, from the Supreme Court and its members, to specific law issues and their enforcement. |
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alcohol vs. marijuana
joblessjack
12/29/09
@ 4:57 PM |
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Elections and Campaigns
Should Palin run in 2012? Will Obama be reelected? Which gubernatorial candidate are you rooting for in your state? What will be the biggest issue in the 2012 presidential race? Discuss these election issues, post your analysis and predict outcomes. |
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rice as mccains vp
nostalgic72
1/11/10
@ 4:53 PM |
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The President
Is Obama taking on too much too fast? Do you support his health care reform? Will he improve our nation's economy? Will you reelect him in 2012? From foreign policy to climate legislation, debate all aspects of Obama's presidency. |
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Fox vs. Obama
crossfire75
10/20/09
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Abortion
Should women have a right to choose? Should abortion funding be included in the health care reform? Debate all aspects of abortion and Roe vs. Wade, including abortion pills, late term abortions, partial birth abortion, and the funding of abortion. |
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WRONG
CrusaderPhil
10/21/09
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Education
What are your thoughts on No Child Left Behind? How can elementary schooling be improved? Can higher education ever become affordable? Discuss the Education policies of the United States, what is wrong with them, and how they should be corrected. |
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Education in California
frustratedmom
10/20/09
@ 11:06 AM |
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Healthcare and Insurance
Do you support a health care reform? Do insurance companies have the right to deny those with pre-existing conditions? Debate all aspects of health insurance and the health care system, as well as health care systems in other counties. |
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Public Option- Yay or Nay...
theresa08
10/19/09
@ 11:59 AM |
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Immigration and Illegal Immigration
How can the government stop illegal immigration? Are border patrol guards doing enough to prevent illegal immigrants from entering the country? Discuss current immigration policies, immigration reform, as well as positions on illegal immigration. |
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Palin on illegal immigran...
theresa08
1/12/10
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Environmental Issues
What steps can we take to become a "greener" society? Is global warming just a myth? If not, can it be stopped? Discuss critical environmental issues including global warming, pollution, biodiversity, recycling and conservation. |
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Global Warming is a Myth
nostalgic72
1/6/10
@ 4:27 PM |
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Energy Issues
How can the government address the issue of climate change? Can we generate 25% of our energy from renewable sources by 2025? Can the U.S. end their addiction to foreign oil? Discuss energy issues such as conservation, efficacy and renewable energy here. |
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Dependence on ME Oil
USA173
10/19/09
@ 11:21 AM |
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Economics and the Stock Market
How has the recession affected your life? Will the stock markets ever bounce back? Is economic recovery possible by 2010? Discuss economic issues, including the U.S. unemployment rate and economic theories here. |
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economy forcing families ...
froglegs55
12/29/09
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Military
What are your thoughts on U.S. troops in Afghanistan? Should women be allowed to serve on Navy subs? Should "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" be repealed? Discuss all military topics relating to the Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. |
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Once a marine, always a m...
computernerd82
1/6/10
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Religion and Ethics
Do you have a strong opinion on Middle Eastern religion? Is Hinduism your religion of choice? From Buddhism to Catholicism, share your thoughts on world religions or post an ethical or philosophical question here. |
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ALLAH
gatekeeper44
1/12/10
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Civil Rights and Liberties
Should gay people be allowed to marry? Have women broken through the glass ceiling in the workplace? Discuss civil rights issues, including gay rights, women's rights, workers' rights and religious freedom here. |
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Harvey Milk Day
obamamama
10/20/09
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Human Rights and Social Justice
Can discrimination in the workplace be abolished? Should gay people be allowed to wed? How does the media influence your opinion on races, gender and homosexuals? Debate complex social issues such as racism, sexism, homophobia and discrimination here. |
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china's population contro...
spaceman19
1/12/10
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Gun Control
What are your thoughts on gun control? Is the right to bear arms a personal and pre-existing right? Debate gun control or restrictions, the right to bear arms and any similar issues here. |
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What if.....
CowboyTed
10/19/09
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Terrorism, Sept 11, and the War in Iraq
Could 9/11 have been prevented? What are your thoughts on the War in Iraq? How have terror attacks on the U.S. affected your life? From theories behind the Sept. 11th attacks to the impact of the War in Iraq, discuss all issues relating to terrorism here. |
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9/11 conspiracy
CowboyTed
10/20/09
@ 10:24 AM |
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Regional and World Politics |
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General Global Issues
How are other countries handling the climate crisis? How does the U.S. economy compare to that of China or England? From U.S. presence in Afghanistan to genocide in Africa, discuss issues from around the globe here. |
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US "Global Brand"
HippieChick081
10/19/09
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Iraq
Has the war in Iraq done more harm than good? Will the violence in Iraq ever end? Can the country ever be stabilized? Discuss political issues involving Iraq, including the War on Iraq and reconstruction in a post-Sadaam society. |
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Iraq and Afghanistan simi...
Michiganfan
10/20/09
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Iran
Is Iran developing nuclear weapons? What are your thoughts on the controversial 2009 Iranian election? Share your thoughts on Iran's political issues here. |
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US attack on Iran?
USA173
10/20/09
@ 10:05 AM |
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Israel and Palestine
Should Israel outlaw the Islamic movement? What are your thoughts on Sheik Raed Salah? Can peace be made in Palestine? Discuss political issues affecting Israel and Palestine here. |
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CIA report on Israel
roswell499
10/19/09
@ 12:38 PM |
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Afghanistan
Should the U.S. send more troops to Afghanistan? Should U.S. allies be more involved in Afghanistan? Discuss political topics relating to Afghanistan, including U.S. presence in the country, Al-Qaeda and the Taliban here. |
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Obama & Afghanistan
warandpeace567
10/19/09
@ 10:03 AM |
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Europe
What are your thoughts on Italy's Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi? How do you feel about the economy in Europe? Discuss political issues affecting Europe, including prime ministers and the European Union here. |
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Violence in Serbia
voteordie9
10/19/09
@ 10:16 AM |
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Canada
Is Stephen Harper doing a good job as Prime Minster? Can Canada and the US work together to handle the energy crisis? Discuss political issues affecting Canada here. |
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Thanksgiving, eh?
iceman12
10/20/09
@ 12:30 PM |
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Africa
Can the AIDS epidemic in Africa be stopped? Will violence in Darfur and Somalia ever end? How can women's rights in Africa be advanced? Discuss these and other political issues effecting Africa here. |
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Save Darfur
theresa08
10/20/09
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