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Blakenzy

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NDAA of 2011
« on: December 17, 2011, 04:59:05 AM »
I am sure all of you have heard of the controversy surrounding this year's National Defense Authorization Act. Here is a somewhat humorous take on an otherwise bleak situation:

http://thespoonfed.com/post/13926547315/jon-stewart-on-ndaa (split in two vids)

What are your thoughts on this bill which BTW has cleared both Houses and is pending Hope'nChange's signature? Are critics over reacting or is it really the daisy on the 4th's grave?
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Re: NDAA of 2011
« Reply #1 on: December 17, 2011, 06:35:21 AM »
I have not researched the NDAA, but just because the Republicans sign-off on it does not mean that the bill is harmless.
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Re: NDAA of 2011
« Reply #2 on: December 17, 2011, 07:22:47 AM »
Here is an article containing multiple links covering the Bill:
(also talks a little about SOPA)

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/268524/20111216/ndaa-sopa-compilation-best-coverage-critical-bills.htm

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