JMartins
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K-Mac: Nobody likes a smartass.
Note that the topic said "limited to those which have been sponsored by Iran" – I'm not looking for terrorist attacks in general. I know that Iran is largely to blame for them all, ideologically, but I'm looking for acts similar to the Iranian hostage crisis for example – acts which have been proven to be direct acts of aggression by Iran.
I didn't have much success with Google, though IchorFigure's article was helpful (thanks).
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Do any of you know where I can find a full overview of all the occurences of terrorists acts against the United States, sponsored by Iran?
Thank you.
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Too bad the picture where he opens the jar of mosquitoes was too small and unclear to use for this.
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Here he delivers the Weekly Republican Address. It's equally solid.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2N9O4lB2Jo
He recently wrote to all the Republicans in Congress, requesting that they vote against both the current and all future spending bills. Also, he's been speaking out about how the GOP needs to be more accepting of people who are in favor of abortion and gay rights. Apparently he's Roman Catholic, but I've never heard him mention God, Jesus, or religion in general for that matter. I loved the uncompromising statement made in his acceptance speech: "If you wish to obstruct... get ready to be knocked over!"
I'm probably setting myself up for disappointment now, but.. wow, I actually like this man.
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The new RNC chairman is actually pretty solid in this interview. Judging by what I've seen from him so far, he's certainly a step in the right direction.
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I really enjoyed this video, with the Cactus Cuties performing the national anthem.
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I'll be visiting New York City for the 2nd time this spring (by the end of March), and want to catch a couple of shows on Broadway while there. I'm not very well versed when it comes to plays and musicals at all, so I'd greatly appreciate recommendations for specific ones which I can learn more about before making my decision. The only musical I'm familiar with is Phantom of the Opera, which I'll certainly want to see (I loved the performances in the latest movie).
Do you have any recommendations? It probably goes without saying that I prefer romanticism, though good comedy would also be enjoyable. Sadly the comedy which Peikoff recommended in one of his latest podcasts, Noises Off, isn't scheduled.
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A nightmarish creation!
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This quote by Richard, from episode 3, probably turned most Objectivists off: "It shouldn't matter that she deserves our help. It should be enough that she needs it."
I've watched a few episodes, and can't really tell the difference between this and the old Xena- and Hercules series. They even put that goofy actor who played "Joxer" in one of the episodes. Their main strategy is identical as well; it consists of tight leather armor and lots of cleavage.
I certainly like the actress who plays Kahlan, but the actor who plays Richard looks like a little boy next to her. They're horribly mismatched.
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Another good article on CAIR, from Islamist Watch:
http://www.islamist-watch.org/blog/2009/02...o-snowball.html
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I really don't see what you mean here. Peikoff's argument makes perfect sense to me.
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Yaron Brook is scheduled to appear on FOX Business with Neil Cavuto at 3:10PM (CST). This is in 40-45 minutes from now.
As a Norwegian I won't be able to watch this, so I'd appreciate it if those of you who are able to do so, report on his appearance here.
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When Libertarians advocate anarcho-capitalism with competing governments, I'm always reminded of the tv-series Jericho. The sort of existence portrayed in that series, is most likely the logical conclusion of your ideas. Collective warfare between competing "governments" and their private armies.
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I'd love to hear some thoughts on whether or not we'll start seeing states secede from the Union in the near future. I believe that there's large secessionist groups in at least Oklahoma, Vermont, Texas and Alaska, though I may be mistaken. If a state does secede, it'll probably restore some degree of liberty. Do you believe that the federal government would use military force to prevent states from seceding?
If a state did secede, would it inherit a share of the national debt, based on the size of it's population?
Also, would any of you consider it positive if states did start to secede?
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I'm thinking of starting a blog to keep a public watch on this pragmatist.
I recommend The Obameter.
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Yeah, Britain sucks in so many ways besides the weather, and it's going to get worse. (though the worst place in Europe has to be Italy at the moment)
Out of curiosity, what makes you say that Italy is the worst? I'm not familiar with it myself, but will be visiting there for the first time in September.
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Midas Mulligan was a big man, "who looked more like a dock worker than a banker", or something like that. Gandolfini is a superb actor and fit's the physical description.
I see your point, and probably shouldn't be so quick to typecast him.
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I think James Gandolfini would be better suited for the role of Orren Boyle – he always reminded me of Tony Soprano.
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As for the potential Dagnys, the only reasonable choice I see there is Blanchett. Keira Knigthly? Oh HELL no. I don't think Roberts and Theron are suitable either.
They could do worse than Keira Knightley – however, she's about 10 years younger than what Dagny is supposed to be, so she'd certainly be an unappropriate choice. I wouldn't have approached her. Perhaps her agent asked for the script, and they obliged her. I could certainly see her as a young Dagny based on her appearance, but I'm not familiar with her acting.
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I'm deeply moved by some of the music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, performed by Emmy Rossum, in the movie "The Phantom of the Opera". My three absolute favourites would be "Think of Me", "All I Ask of You" and "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again". I'd strongly appreciate it if you would make recommendations on other similar types of music I might like, based on this.
P.S. I just discovered "The Last Game", by Jerry Goldsmith. It has some very epic and inspiring parts – I recommend it.
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Edward Norton would be the perfect John Galt. He's a brilliant actor who's shown he can pull of any role, and he has the perfect appearance – he looks highly intelligent, and has a slight build (I may be biased on this as I'm always imagining Norton as Galt while reading Atlas Shrugged). This picture of him reminds me of the portrait by Frank O'Connor which was used for marketing Atlas Shrugged back when it was first released (under the title "Who is John Galt"). Guy Pearce might also be very suitable for the role.
As for Francisco D'Anconia, Gerard Butler would be pure perfection.
Ha, you got that picture from the woman thread, where he was mistaken for Sienna Miller.
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I am ignorant in the legalities of this. Why would that happen?
I, too, would love to learn the specifics of this.
Do anyone here know which year the property rights will return to the estate?
The Woman Thread
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She reminds me of Claire Fisher, the raging "liberal" character from the tv-series "Six Feet Under". Not a very positive association.