spot;1509661 wrote: I think you're taking that phrase out of context.


Hey, I'm all for it. Bring 'em home now.

<t>spot;1509655 wrote: I can see that "Allies currently meeting the NATO guideline to spend a minimum of 2% of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on defence will aim to continue to do so", but nothing in any of the links to suggest an agreement by any nation to maintain level above 2% even though ...

<r>spot;1509641 wrote: I'd quite like to read it, if you know of an online copy.<br/>
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That would require multiple links.<br/>
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1st is Article 3 Avalon Project - NATO Treaty; April 4, 1949 it states that "will maintain and develop their individual and collective capacity to resist ...

<t>spot;1509631 wrote: Does "the NATO agreement" mean "defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2024" here? US defense spending is already double the 2% target, of course the US could reduce defense spending without violating any 2% NATO agreement.<br/>
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The agreement stipulates that countries ...

<t>No oddities. You can easily find pictures of First Ladies wearing head coverings to meet the Pope, dating back to Rosalynn Carter. Similarly, you can find pictures of First Ladies NOT wearing head coverings to meet the Saudi King... dating back Rosalynn Carter. <br/>
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The issue seems to be ...

<r>Bruv;1509597 wrote: Trump addressing NATO members today.<br/>
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<YOUTUBE id="nH5XeHaEEaY"><URL url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH5XeHaEEaY">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH5XeHaEEaY</URL></YOUTUBE><br/>
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Dues payment? Everyone in NATO agreed to up their defense spending to 2 ...

<t>Bruv;1509102 wrote: I am talking TV ratings.<br/>
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Okay, understand. It does appear that the WH press conferences have turned into "must see tv". And watching the press chase administration officials does remind me of those black Friday crowds bursting through the doors. You may be ...

Bruv;1509096 wrote: You sure he hasn't got one eye on ratings ?


Has he provided any evidence that he cares about ratings, other than state they are false, etc.?

<t>Bruv;1509083 wrote: Why do I get the impression Trump performs like he's in a reality TV show all the time ?<br/>
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I would have to disagree with that statement. Reality shows are semi-scripted, with the aim of controlling a message. Every Presidential Administration I have seen ...

Ahso!;1509078 wrote: Hi, HarryH! Welcome!

What is it you're trying to make sense of?


That is a very long list. lol

<t>Ahso!;1509077 wrote: I believe HarryH is suggesting that democrats would prefer The Donald remain in office in order to continue to fuel the drive to elect more democrats in 2018.<br/>
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Yes, and apologies for not being clearer. The Democrats appear to be in a position to gain a few ...

Just an old retired guy, trying to make sense of it all... or make everyone around me as confused as I.

<t>First post on forum, so I thought here would be a good(?) place to start.<br/>
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I did read the first 7 pages and the last 6 or 7. Sorry to all between. <br/>
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Did Trump really want a 1st term?<br/>
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Suggesting Pence as an alternative if Trump were impeached/removed, etc. is an ...