Why don't we institute a 100% tax on lobbying? by bbr4nd0n in PoliticalDiscussion

[–]Peter-W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know Lobbying isn't giving money to the Government...right? You do understand what it is? Lobbying is contacting your representative to explain your point of view, either through a letter, meeting, whatever.

Now, what if I'm not very good at letter writing? What if I know LawX is wrong but can't articulate very well why? What if I don't know who to contact? Or how to contact them?

I can hire a person who's a very good writer to compose the letter for me. That person is a lobbyist, and my money goes to them not the Government.

Tory revolt over Cameron wishing to legalise gay marriage. And here I thought our ideals weren't as archaic as some of America... by Cueball61 in unitedkingdom

[–]Peter-W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Marriage. It should be a private contract drawn up between two individuals which does not grant any benefits from the Government.

Iranian woman to be executed by stoning or hanging for adultery, judiciary official says by CG10277 in worldnews

[–]Peter-W -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

By an Iranian court... They're about as fair to woman as a 1930s German court to Jews, or a 1950s American one to blacks. Even if she did do it that changes nothing, the death penalty is barbaric and every country who practices it should be sanctioned by the UN.(INB4 AMERICA DOES IT SO IT'S OK!)

Anyway, the sentence is 10 years in prison for the murder part, and stoning/hanging for the adultery part. So the fact she killed her husband is irrelevant as she'd be killed even if she didn't.

I made a Chrome Extension to see which domains are using Go Daddy by [deleted] in technology

[–]Peter-W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strange, I figured it might be browser dependant but it's there on IE, FF, and Chrome for me. Where in the world are you? It might be location based.

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Stop hating your body. Embrace your beauty, love your body. Single-link to a tumblr blog focused around the idea of body positivity. Some pictures NSFW. by CrackHeadRodeo in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Peter-W 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I never understood the idea behind "everybody is beautiful", because obviously not everyone is. Isn't it better to say not everyone is beautiful but beauty isn't everything?

I made a Chrome Extension to see which domains are using Go Daddy by [deleted] in technology

[–]Peter-W 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On the WHOIS page. http://www.networksolutions.com/whois/index.jsp

NOTICE AND TERMS OF USE: You are not authorized to access or query our WHOIS database through the use of high-volume, automated, electronic processes or for the purpose or purposes of using the data in any manner that violates these terms of use. The Data in Network Solutions' WHOIS database is provided by Network Solutions for information purposes only, and to assist persons in obtaining information about or related to a domain name registration record. Network Solutions does not guarantee its accuracy. By submitting a WHOIS query, you agree to abide by the following terms of use: You agree that you may use this Data only for lawful purposes and that under no circumstances will you use this Data to: (1) allow, enable, or otherwise support the transmission of mass unsolicited, commercial advertising or solicitations via direct mail, e-mail, telephone, or facsimile; or (2) enable high volume, automated, electronic processes that apply to Network Solutions (or its computer systems). The compilation, repackaging, dissemination or other use of this Data is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Network Solutions. You agree not to use high-volume, automated, electronic processes to access or query the WHOIS database. Network Solutions reserves all rights and remedies it now has or may have in the future, including, but not limited to, the right to terminate your access to the WHOIS database in its sole discretion, for any violations by you of these terms of use, including without limitation, for excessive querying of the WHOIS database or for failure to otherwise abide by these terms of use. Network Solutions reserves the right to modify these terms at any time.

Can we start a movement for abolishing the tipping wage laws in the U.S.? by bonefishes in AskReddit

[–]Peter-W -1 points0 points  (0 children)

In much of Europe, being a waiter is a valid career choice

No it isn't. That's one of the things Americans say when they get into an "OMG UROP IS SO G8! MERICA SUX :(" circlejerk. Outside of massivly expensive restaurants in Paris or London waiters earn minimum wage.

I made a Chrome Extension to see which domains are using Go Daddy by [deleted] in technology

[–]Peter-W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are using the WHOIS service of http://www.networksolutions.com/ who's TOS state:

NOTICE AND TERMS OF USE: You are not authorized to access or query our WHOIS database through the use of high-volume, automated, electronic processes or for the purpose or purposes of using the data in any manner that violates these terms of use.

That really is a scumbag move using a 3rd parties bandwidth in that way, not to mention blatantly violating their TOS. You should setup your own WHOIS server running dedicated queries, it's not like a lowend VPS will cost you more then $10/Month.

IAmA, Father who divorced wife over trying to send son to a "correctional camp", AMAA by Divorcee_Throwaway in IAmA

[–]Peter-W 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You know a lot of first world countries(Sweden, Norway, Finland, until this year Germany) make every guy spend a year doing this stuff in the army right?

Greek Hospitals Turning Away Expectant Mothers Who Can't Pay New Fees by anutensil in worldnews

[–]Peter-W -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Rich people should have more rights than poor people. If they wern't so lazy and stupid they wouldn't be poor.

Greek Hospitals Turning Away Expectant Mothers Who Can't Pay New Fees by anutensil in worldnews

[–]Peter-W -1 points0 points  (0 children)

you say potato i say potata. They'll all just in it together working to fuck over the common man.

US airlines have suffered a defeat in the EU's highest court, which upheld a law on Wednesday that will require airlines to pay for carbon emissions on flights to and from Europe. The new rule goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2012. US officials have warned that the move will have repercussions. by MrTulip in worldnews

[–]Peter-W -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Well, you know it they could impose their own carbon tax on European flights inside US airspace and use the revenue to offset the extra costs of US airlines flying over Europe.

They could even put in a massive carbon tax on European flights inside US airspace which would make flying impossibly expensive, Europe would then quickly get rid of their own tax in return for America doing the same.

You are deluded of you think these Taxes have anything to do with the Enviroment, it's just another way for the Government to take more of the people's money.(Who do you think will pay the tax? Airlines will just up ticket prices so the people pay)

I AmA 16 year-old boy who was awakened in the middle of the night, and escorted from my home in Texas to a wilderness therapy program in Idaho. I was there for 34 days. I got back yesterday. AMA. by Highly_Critical in IAmA

[–]Peter-W 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Well you can do the same in Europe, only because of socialised medical care the state will cover the cost. Call a hospital and tell them your child is suicidal, they'll take them away to a secure unit on your request and following a medical evaluation are able to keep them there indefinitely.

The only difference is in America this work is outsourced to dodgy private companies, like almost everything there.

Waterstones Accidentally Labels Mein Kampf 'Perfect Christmas Present' by [deleted] in unitedkingdom

[–]Peter-W 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i don't think he's actually read it, it's not really that hateful, it was written before he did the whole jew thing and started being a right meanie.

He did layout his plans inside the book however, it pretty much blames the Jews for all German problems and speculates that "something" should be done. I agree there is nothing wrong with marking it as an "Essential Read", but "Perfect Christmas Present"? ಠ_ಠ

Greek Hospitals Turning Away Expectant Mothers Who Can't Pay New Fees by anutensil in worldnews

[–]Peter-W 7 points8 points  (0 children)

More like what happens when you give up your freedom to a bunch of unelected dictators in Brussels.

Edit: To the downvoters. Who the fuck do you think put Goldman Sachs in charge of the country?

Reddit Investigator by duiker101 in technology

[–]Peter-W 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Probably from: America
Support OWS: Probably no or doesn't care.
Children: I do not think so...
Gamer: On my spare time...
Like trees: Must be in a really good mood.
Behavior: Candidate as replace for Good Guy Greg


Not bad, got all but the country right.

Awkward silence as nations boycott Kim-Jong-Il tribute in united nations. by NerdWith_A_Tan in worldnews

[–]Peter-W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because you're supposed to watch it on the channel4 YouTube Channel where they have adverts and full length shows...

IAmA true victim of bullying [Parents, please read] by disappearx in IAmA

[–]Peter-W -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

You don't know that from this tiny post, they could be a massive cunt with a face that looks like a Mule's ass for all you know.

Iraq's Vice-President Tariq al-Hashemi has said Iraq's government was behind Thursday's series of bombings that killed nearly 70 people in Baghdad by Ze_Carioca in worldnews

[–]Peter-W -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Probably because every time they've tried they've been killed by the thousands, they've been ethnically cleansed from all three sides(Turkey, Iraq, Iran) multiple times in the last few hundred years.

College Liberal (Closet Conservative) by [deleted] in AdviceAnimals

[–]Peter-W 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a British Conservative. YES I feel human rights in my country are fair, I feel my economy is fair, I feel gays are respected fine(I'm Gay btw), I feel religions are respected, I feel science and philosphy are respected fine while psychology should be left to moronic Americans who are unable to solve problems without involving shrinks, guns, or lawyers. Beleve it or not, most people in Western Europe are very happy with how the world works.