[CTRL] Global Warming: Socialisms Trojan Horse

2002-02-22 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- ~~for educational purposes only~~ [Title 17 U.S.C. section 107] Global Warming: Socialism’s Trojan Horse by Eric Englund On February 14, 2002, President Bush provided details for his plan to combat global warming. The cornerstone of his plan is to promote voluntary reductions

[CTRL] The profits of doom

2002-02-22 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- ~~for educational purposes only~~ [Title 17 U.S.C. section 107] The profits of doom Matt Ridley celebrates Bjorn Lomborg, the environmentalist brave enough to tell the truth — that the end is not nigh At the Christmas cabaret in the politics department of Aarhus University in

Re: [CTRL] The Founding Fathers Were Not Christians

2002-02-22 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- InfoWarz It's funny how the real revisionists, such as Steven Morris, Ph.D., love to use the dubious term, Deist when snip MJ It is far MORE humorous that apologists stick their thumbs in their ear and their toungues out while wiggling their fingers at those who present

Re: [CTRL] GOVERNMENT at work: America the Beautiful and it's 8 trillion economy.

2001-08-09 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Joshua America's Torrent of Need Nearly 30% of the nation's families with children simply can't make ends meet. So why are the government's poverty numbers so rosy? MJ TAXES, TAXES, TAXES. Regard$, --MJ Federal government revenues rose ... from about $2/person in

Re: [CTRL] Dictatorship From Within

2001-07-19 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- William quoting kirk After being elected by a minority of U.S. voters, and after vowing both before and after the election to pursue an agenda of conciliation and cooperation, the Bush administration has demonstrated a relentless quest for a radical and unpopular

Re: [CTRL] [OT] Report: President Bush Has Lowest IQ ofallPresidentsofPast ...

2001-07-17 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- thew just a quick note here george w bush was appointed, and not elected MJ Only some Religious Myrmidons chant such absurdity. Regard$, --MJ If a million people believe a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing. -- Anatole France A

Re: [CTRL] CNNnews: Supreme Court Rules In Favor of School Religious Meetings

2001-06-12 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- RevCoal I wonder how you and the rest of your so-called Christians will feel when this school system not only has to allow the Christian prayer group to meet in school facilities, but when non-Christian religious groups start demanding the same 'right'... MJ

Re: [CTRL] School Vouchers

2001-01-30 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- This is errant nonsense and statist sophistry. Nessie Who said anything about statism? I don't think the government should run the schools, either. I just don't want to to see them fall into the hands of the corporations. That would be much, much worse. MJ You do

Re: [CTRL] Racism And The Fight For Democracy

2001-01-10 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- BRC The biggest loser in the presidential election of November, 2000 was the principle of democracy. MJ Yes. The LAW won out rather than the mob. BRC The electoral contest between the two major candidates of the capitalist parties, George W. Bush and Al Gore,

Re: [CTRL] [Fwd: FDA conflicts of interest (USA Today)]

2000-10-03 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Bastiat Property is prior to law; the sole function of the law is to safeguard the right to property wherever it exists, wherever it is formed, in whatever manner the worker produces it, whether individually or in association, provided that he respects

Re: [CTRL] GOVERNMENT is the #1 cause of environmental destruction.

2000-09-06 Thread M. A. Johnson
snip ignorant propaganda deleted. Learn the difference between PRIVATE and government. Regard$, --MJ It is against Stupidity in every shape and form that we have to wage our eternal battle. But how can we wonder at the want of sense on the part of those who have had no advantages, when we see

Re: [CTRL] Democracy in jeopardy

2000-08-08 Thread M. A. Johnson
Oscar wrote/forwarded: Democracy in the United States is in jeopardy. MJ About damned time. Oscar wrote/forwarded: The litany of problems is widely recognized: brazen political deal-making based on campaign contributions; entrenched voter apathy; a two-party stranglehold that

Re: [CTRL] Bush wins S.C. by outspending McCain

2000-02-21 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- A HREF="http://www.ctrl.org/" /A -Cui Bono?- Prove it. Regard$, --MJ There is only one class in the community that thinks more about money than the rich, and that is the poor. The poor can think of nothing else. -- Oscar Wilde A HREF="http://www.ctrl.org/"www.ctrl.org/A

[CTRL] Fatal Flaws in Social Security Plan

1999-03-02 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Thomas DiLorenzo, adjunct scholar of the Mises Institute and professor of economics at Loyola College, had this letter appear in today's Wall Street Journal (March 2, 1999): Fatal Flaws in Social Security Plan There are two fatal flaws in the arguments by Lawrence Summers and

Re: [CTRL] Use of Word: Liberal

1999-02-22 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- William Shannon wrote: I am a self-confessed liberal, and more specifically a socialist. It's my experience however that most liberals are capitalists through and through. MJ: Capitalism requires the complete separation of the economy and the state -- as

Re: [CTRL] DOPE SUPPORTERS 05 Equality.A

1999-02-05 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Frosty wrote: #1 Do you believe in equal rights ... yes or no MJ: Yes. but based upon the Natural Rights Ideal of an individual's RIGHT to their own life as the subjagation of might. Frosty wrote: #2 Should every one have the same right to profit, get stupid or do

Re: [CTRL] [prj] DOPE SUPPORTERS

1999-02-04 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Jeremy Brown: The point I am trying (in vain, it would appear) to make is that there are people in the world who think nothing of starting the day by smoking a rock of crack and then driving a school bus. MJ: How exactly is passing a Law which says one cannot

Re: [CTRL] **DOPE SUPPORTERS**

1999-02-04 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Jeremy Brown: You say that I'm afraid of freedom, however you have produced nothing to support that claim. MJ: Criminalizing driving while drunk infringes upon one's freedom to do such. While it may not be SMART to participate in such an action, if *I* were to become

[CTRL] Absurdity, brazenness and hypocrisy reigns

1999-02-01 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- ~~for educational purposes~~ Absurdity, brazenness and hypocrisy reigns by Walter Williams A YEAR'S WORTH OF PRESIDENTIAL SCANDAL proves at least two things about us: our weakened ability to think and political hypocrisy. The president's defenders and pundits constantly

[CTRL] Surplus, What Surplus?

1999-01-25 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- SURPLUS! WHAT SURPLUS? THERE IS NO SURPLUS By JOHN CRUDELE THERE is no federal budget surplus. I'll say it again. There is no budget surplus. Before you even get to the issue of whether the 'budget surplus' should be given back to taxpayers as the wishful Republicans suggest,

[CTRL] Tyranny by any name ... was something else.

1999-01-06 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Hawk: You shouldn't and neither should I. Do I have health insurance or do I get you to pay for my stupidity by going to the emergency room? Can't you see that what you are attacking is socialism? nurev: You don't know what the hell you're talking about

Re: [CTRL] Tobacco capitalists' global offensive.

1999-01-04 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- nurev forwarded: "The global perspective: a new opium war" snip While it is the responsibility of each nation to implement their own tobacco control measures, governmental and non-governmental organisations in the USA have a very

Re: [CTRL] Tobacco capitalists' global offensive.

1999-01-03 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- nurev forwarded: "The global perspective: a new opium war" snip While it is the responsibility of each nation to implement their own tobacco control measures, governmental and non-governmental organisations in the USA have a very

Re: [CTRL] Tobacco capitalists' global offensive.

1999-01-02 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- nurev forwarded: "The global perspective: a new opium war" snip While it is the responsibility of each nation to implement their own tobacco control measures, governmental and non-governmental organisations in the USA have a very special

Re: [CTRL] vs. socialism, vs. capitalism, what now?

1998-12-28 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ wrote: The essential nature of capitalism is social harmony through the pursuit of self-interest. Under capitalism, the individual's pursuit of his own economic self-interest simultaneously benefits the economic self-interests of all others. In allowing each

[CTRL] A cliché was Re: Time to End CEOs 5-Year NAFTA Party

1998-12-25 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- William Hugh Tunstall wrote: If you've read Ravi Batra's critique of free trade, he points out that the "trickle-down" economic policies of the Reagan years inevitably must end in class division...and an eventual economic meltdown, sooner or later. The

Re: [CTRL] vs. socialism, vs. capitalism, what now?

1998-12-25 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Nurev wrote: It's the Capitalist Elites who enjoy the fruits of Socialism by owning the government. And it's the poor and working class who enjoy the bitter leftovers of capitalism. MJ wrote: Your blatant contradiction of yourself aside ... Capitalism

Re: [CTRL] Fwd: Time to End CEOs 5-Year NAFTA Party

1998-12-25 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Dispelling mythology ... William Hugh Tunstall wrote: Yes, we do need trade unions. MJ: Why? To artificially inflate wages, costs and further unemployment? William Hugh Tunstall wrote: And NAFTA is a harbinger of the end of the American middle class. MJ:

Re: [CTRL] vs. socialism, vs. capitalism, what now?

1998-12-24 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Someone wrote: May I suggest that all who are disaffected by Socialism on the one hand, and "vulture" (Pat Buchanan's phrase) or "loan shark" capitalism (which we have in the US now) snip MJ: May I recommend an education in terminology before one attempts

Re: [CTRL] Fwd: Secret Evidence Against Bill Too Shocking for the Public

1998-12-24 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Linda Minor wrote: I love to hear people say that Clinton should be treated just like any other American. But it's obvious from what we read in the press, that he has not been afforded any of the safeguards required by the Constitution. And in

Re: [CTRL] Fwd: Secret Evidence Against Bill Too Shocking for the Public

1998-12-24 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Linda Minor wrote: I love to hear people say that Clinton should be treated just like any other American. But it's obvious from what we read in the press, that he has not been afforded any of the safeguards required by the Constitution. And in

Re: [CTRL] Title Change!

1998-12-20 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- L. Shipton wrote: Study history. We brought the Louisiana Purchase from France. MJ: How did 'we' bring our purchase from France? At least it fit well :) Regard$, --MJ A verbal contract isn't worth the paper it's written on. -- Samuel Goldwyn DECLARATION DISCLAIMER

Re: [CTRL] Title Change!

1998-12-20 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MShrum wrote: As for this not being a Christian nation - I refer you to the Supreme Court's ruling in CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY v. U.S. ; 143 U.S. 457, 458 (1892): "No purpose of action against religion can be imputed to any legislation, state or national, because

Re: [CTRL] The impeachment of President Clinton

1998-12-19 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Gerald Harp wrote: It is a sad thing that a hate filled willful mob of Republicans have skirted the democratic process by negating the election by us of President Clinton. MJ: How so? they voted articles of impeachment which certainly do NOTHING save refer his

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- William Hugh Tunstall wrote (with snippage): The Family Leave Act was an excellent idea. Also, the Clinton administration attempt to get a national health insurance program going. MJ: How is socialism compatible with a Nation founded upon LIBERTY, FREEDOM and an

Re: [CTRL] Honour Among ...

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Sno0wl wrote: And I say that before they hold Clinton over the spit, let every single on of those legislators who has had an extramarital affair step downand let's see who's left. MJ: Perhaps I missed it, but could you kindly posit those articles of impeachment

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- William Hugh Tunstall wrote: I respectfully disagree with your idea that the nation was founded upon LIBERTY.first disagreement: Liberty for whom? White males? Blacks? Women? Native Americans? MJ: That of course was left up to the STATES to decide, though they

Re: [CTRL] Honour Among ...

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Mr. Tunstall, With all due respect ... I think you have me confused with a Republican -- who in general are merely a little to the 'right' of the Democrats who are 'well to the left'. *I* am just to the left of Anarchy realizing that government is needed to avoid endless gang

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ: o The Legislation is UNCONSTITUTIONAL o This is one of the government's direct causes for the increase in temporary agencies o This 'act' has caused MORE abuses o It is not government's place to circumvent a contract Prudy: The temp

Re: [CTRL] As Impeachment Looms, Clinton Seems In Denial (Reuters)

1998-12-18 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are 55 Republicans in the Senate, it will take 66 votes to convict. Conviction will not happen. Will there be a 'paralyzing' trial'? I believe that a natural defense for any later criminal trial would be 'double jeopardy'. I

Re: [CTRL] Perjury

1998-12-17 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- [EMAIL PROTECTED],Internet writes: Bull! He was sworn to give truthful testimony in a sexual harassment case...sexual harassment IS a crime... E Mael wrote: it could certainly be said that monica sexually harassed him into their sex acts. it might do well for

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-17 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Alamaine Ratliff wrote: Ironically, whether the Congress or the people who (supposedly) put them there like it or not, the whole debate has raised the level of understanding about their government. MJ: Are you certain it is NOT a 'race' to see who can 'instruct' the

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-17 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Oh, okay. I think the family leave act was a pretty good idea. MJ: For whom? o The Legislation is UNCONSTITUTIONAL o This is one of the government's direct causes for the increase in temporary agencies o This 'act' has caused

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-17 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ quoted: The classic redistribution-of-wealth mentality works this way: A and B get together to impose a tax on C so they can give his money to D, who out of a mix of envy of C, gratitude to A and B, and selfishness, then votes for A and B again so they can

Re: [CTRL] Perjury

1998-12-16 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ: Reading through this tripe, the consideration of a 'mirror' view regarding the Democratic desire to SAVE an accused perjurer who has abused his power and his office 'turned' on every word. Sno0wl wrote: This "accused perjurer" was accused of saying that he

Re: [CTRL] [BCPolitics] Re: Comparisons with Switzerland, Re: Politics et al!

1998-12-16 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ: Unfortunately 'what you think' and reality are two distinctly separate issues. Switzerland is a Federal Republic. Franklin Wayne Poley wrote: Nay, Johnson. Switzerland is in REALITY a direct democracy in which the eligible voting Citizens can vote on any issue

Re: [CTRL] A Kinder, Gentler Lynch Mob

1998-12-16 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Gerald Harp forwarded: A KINDER, GENTLER LYNCH MOB SALON | Dec. 15, 1998 snip Instructions for myrmidons MJ: Reading through this tripe, the consideration of a 'mirror' view regarding the Democratic desire to SAVE an accused perjurer who has abused his power and his

Re: [CTRL] Those who conspire against democracy.

1998-12-15 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Franklin Wayne Poley quoting out of context and cross posting others remarks in OTHER forums wrote: Remember, democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. Franklin Wayne Poley then dishonestly claimed: Tell that to the Swiss. Gosh

Re: [CTRL] Fw: (whiteoak) Human Rights Declaration

1998-12-14 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- Shane A. Saylor, Eccentric Bard wrote: To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Amnesty International is collecting signatures for ... MJ: Can someone 'enlighten' me regarding the BLATANT contradictions which are found within

Re: [CTRL] Outline of new Republican National Health Plan.

1998-12-14 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- nurev wrote: snip wondrous tale MJ: Ain't Government wonderful. :) Regard$, --MJ But if the government undertakes to raise and to regulate wages, and cannot do so; if it undertakes to assist all the unfortunate, and cannot do so; if it undertakes to provide workers with the

Re: [CTRL] Outline of new Republican National Health Plan.

1998-12-13 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- nurev wrote: PRAY - YOU - DON'T - GET - SICK. MJ: While I certainly do NOT believe the Rs will give up their statist ideas ... WHY exactly should the Federal Government (quite contrary to its mandate) FORCE some individuals to pay for 'health care' (whatever that might

Re: [CTRL] Apples and Oranges: REDEFINING Capitalism

1998-12-07 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please enlighten me as to what is "pure capitalism" . MJ: That was *YOUR* phrase. As to Capitalism, that was defined at the beginning of this thread which was in response to another incorrectly labelling 'apples' as 'oranges' and BLAMING capitalism

Re: [CTRL] Apples and Oranges: REDEFINING Capitalism

1998-12-06 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- MJ wrote: A totalitarian state thrives on propaganda, and there is no more effective way to limit thought than to control the language itself. By changing definitions of words through continual association, any serious discussion involving the

Re: [CTRL] Apples and Oranges: REDEFINING Capitalism

1998-12-06 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We tried "pure capitalism" once it was called the 1900s and the industrial revolution. Every one seems to forget about how nice it was. Try reading about how great it worked how every time a robber baron made more money his workers got

[CTRL] Apples and Oranges: REDEFINING Capitalism

1998-12-05 Thread M. A. Johnson
-Caveat Lector- A totalitarian state thrives on propaganda, and there is no more effective way to limit thought than to control the language itself. By changing definitions of words through continual association, any serious discussion involving the concepts that the words