Cyprus has been officially divided since July 1974, when forces from Turkey invaded the northern portion of the island after fears that Nikos Sampson, a president installed after a coup, would seek reunification with Greece. The northern part of the island has been governed as the independent Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus since February 1975. [...]

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Red light cameras are being installed in many cities and there are many reports of abusive actions by the local agencies.

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The freedom of speech is to coin a popular TV commercial . . . priceless. I tend to take it for granted, but occassionally I’m reminded that it is a valuable freedom and it must be defended. Take the case of the beautiful and vivacious Bridget Bardot. She was the equivalent of Angelina Jolie and [...]

Popularity: 38% [?]

The Texas Department of Transportation has very controversial plans to build a super highway through Texas generally from the Dallas area to the Brownsville and Laredo area.  It’s clearly aimed at giving the Mexican trucking industry a clear super highway directly into the U.S. 
There are many controversial issues, but this is the chart topper of [...]

Popularity: 33% [?]

The highway surveillance cameras are becoming increasingly popular.  Many people consider these an intrusion into the public’s privacy and that the cameras constitute an unreasonable search.  The intrusion is not warranted, because there is no probable cause of wrongdoing.  How long will American’s accept this?  Until every mile of every road is under video surveillance?
The [...]

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Do we need to have unmanned drones flying in the sky with video and other sensors for spying on Americans? The Miami Police Department thinks so and is seeking approval from the FAA to use the 14 lb. Honeywell drones in their fight against crime. Believe me, I’m all for fighting crime! [...]

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Congressman says the economic skid is related to the spending on the War in Iraq.

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Our men and women are fighting in Iraq so the Iraqi’s will have the right to vote. Everyone should remember our military this fall and be sure to vote.

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 Whataburger’s are the best fast food hamburger.  When in Texas you must get a Whataburger.  The corporate office is in The City by the Sea, Corpus Christi, Texas.  It’s decorated with neon lights and is very familiar location on the waterfront.  Not only do they taste good, but, if you count your calories, they are lower in [...]

Popularity: 18% [?]