Monday, May 28, 2012

Spiritually (and hypothetically) speaking, in the after-math of a nuclear exchange

Spiritually (and hypothetically) speaking, in the after-math of a nuclear exchange?
between the United States and the Soviet Union (or China), in your opinion what kinds of people, (hopefully healthy ones, of course) who had somehow survived the radiation exposure that would ensue, do you think would be most needed to begin rebuilding society? I had this conversation with a fellow employee last night (his topic; not mine), and the list of people with various skills and professions were listed from most important to least important. There was some variation and disagreement, but my first choice was doctors of all specialties/ nurses and other medical personnel followed by physicists, engineers (electrical, mechanical, structural, etc ), architects and construction laborers, etc. These people would, of course, be available in all the affected geographical areas of this "hypothetical" nuclear nightmare. Your kind thoughts and intelligent answers are most welcome. Good night. Some outstanding answers so far, especially Buck (Genuflect)'s answer; that's a sobering thought.
Religion & Spirituality - 9 Answers
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1 :
in that kind of scenario, EVERY person would be needed to rebuild society, regardless of profession or skills.
2 :
Depends how much survives. I've always thought that those people with the ability to hunt and those with knowledge of herblore will be the most "valuable", at least to begin with.
3 :
Because of the pre-conceived ideas that have permeated society in the last 50 years, we would quickly fall into a Socialist rule. As a free-for-all, this Socialist mentality would leave us with the most mediocre people in the most important positions. There would be no leadership; only community misgivings and poor placement of laborers where needed. This would eventually lead to chaos and anarchy. From there, a strong leader would emerge and start to make tough decisions and become dictatorial. This would lead to Fascism and eventually a democratic overthrow and finally, a democracy would slowly evolve. The whole process would take 100 years or more.
4 :
It's hairdressers, nail technicians and sun-bed repair men in South Essex!
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It would be difficult to do, considering the fact that the radiation would kill off much if not all of the livestock and plant life.
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I am not sure that profession would be the ultimate answer. The person who would be the most needed would be the ones who would be able to function in a post nuclear society. One that would be able to deal without lights, hot water or Starbucks. One that would be able to treat a wound, build a house, mend a shoe, create what he/she needed to survive. And encourage that ability in others. I don't know about you, I know some medical professionals I don't trust behind the wheel of a car.
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Spiritual progress is not going to ensure that you will survive a holocaust. Spiritual life goes beyond this physical existence. A spiritually advanced person will be prepared to face the worst eventuality with equanimity as if it is part of his experience.
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Environmental and chemical engineers to treat drinking water and sanitize waste which is the biggest threat for disease. Farmers and agricultural engineers to feed everyone. Without a food surplus all of society is forced to focus on pecking out their own survival and no one is able to advance any other civic growth. A nuclear engineer to monitor radiation levels and make sure the soil, water, and air all have acceptable levels for human consumption. Civil engineers and enough labor to build all the infrastructure you need. Electrical/mechanical engineers to try and rebuild the power grid which vastly increases the quality of life. Doctors with experience in treating radiation related illnesses, which means at least one oncologist. Teachers to educate children. Labor to do everything that needs getting done. (The world needs ditch-diggers too.)
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I hate to be a smart alec, but, even a die-hard Marxist like me admits that the Soviet Union is gone... However, in the event of TEOTWAWKI (abbreviation used on survivalist sites for "the end of the world as we know it"), I can see a number of types of skills being needed. Number one would be people with mechanical/electrical/chemical skills. ATVs, generators, water and chemical processors, firearms, refrigerators, medical equipment - all of these would be critical in trying to retain some sort of technology as we struggle to rebuild. Forget about developing anything new for awhile - I'm talking about scavenging parts, fuel, raw materials from the rubble. People who know how to hunt, and gather useful wild plants for food and medicines would also be important, as well as those experienced in locating water supplies. Later, as some sort of stability was reached, you'd need farmers. People with medical knowledge, and practical child care knowledge would also be in demand. Yay - moms and nurses might FINALLY get their due! And people with some personal charisma and understanding, either instinctual or learned, of small-group dynamics and politics would be needed, to keep the small groups of survivors together and functioning as mini-societies. As an atheist I find this galling, but I think that small-town preachers might actually, finally, serve a useful purpose in this instance. People with hobbies or professions that combine some of these factors would be in the best position. Wilderness campers, illegal drug "cookers," handy-shop and fix-it types, pilots, nurses, doctors and medical assistants, military, farmhands, and that kid next door who fixed your lawnmower and spends all summer on his back under a car in the driveway, all come to mind. The main difference between the nuclear scenario and all the other types of TEOTWAWKIs that I can see, is that I would gladly trade the labor needed to keep someone alive whose skills aren't immediately needed to contribute foodstuffs, nursing or defense to the group, to make sure that the physics student we rescued from the bombed-out university dorm is healthy, happy, and that his integrating radiation meter is in perfect running order.



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Monday, May 14, 2012

Do Chinese mothers breastfeed

Do Chinese mothers breastfeed?
I'm wondering because I've never been to China and we've been hearing a lot about the tainted milk in the news... and how those babies have been given formula which made them sick. Now, I don't know whether breastfeeding is taboo in China but for some reason people give their children formula instead. Do Chinese women (in China) breastfeed, or is that against the norm? I've also heard reports that now that the formula products aren't safe, parents are hiring wet nurses for their babies. So, it seems as though mothers don't want to breastfeed but would hire somebody else to do it?
Current Events - 10 Answers
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Yes, There are chinese mothers that do breastfeed.
2 :
ya i think so
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They do.This article covers it. http://www.china.org.cn/english/health/220664.htm
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Chinese mothers breastfeed. If they haven;t previously, they may lose the ability to do so and have to hire someone or risk using tainted products.
5 :
I'm sure they do.
6 :
yeahh, some
7 :
only male babies... you don't want to know what happens to the little girls
8 :
Ironically, most chinese children were breastfeed until about two years old and then use soya milk. However, as the quick development in city, women have contributed 50% of labor force. It seems impossible for breastfeed from their mother. The problems in breastfeed would be too depending on the health of those mothers who may be not so fit.
9 :
When it comes to breastfeeding there is very little difference in nations..... most mothers in China breastfeed.... Unprocessed dairy milk can harbor many illnesses including TB.....when milk is pasteurized that removes / reduces the risk. You are blessed to live in a country that requires milk pasteurization.....
10 :
lol since when breast feeding in anywhere is against the norm?




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Monday, May 7, 2012

Who is standing up for us, the hard working, tax paying U.S. citizens

Who is standing up for us, the hard working, tax paying U.S. citizens?
Here we are faced with a dilemma with three presidental candidates who are promoting 'amnesty' for illegal alliens. They are avoiding this issue which we vehemently oppose and we are being ignored, and we are ignoring the issue in this current frenzy and it will end up costing us in our morale, our taxes, our jobs, our superior Nation and in every other way. We allow illegals to take our jobs, we send our jobs to Mexico, China, Peru and wherever else there is 'cheap labor' for politicians, lobbyists and the million/billionaires w while our construction jobs are going to illegals, our unemployment rate is accelerating, our taxes will be tripled, etc. Big deal - health care for all - that includes illegals and we will end up with third world health care. We already have people on medicare/medicaid taking out of nursing homes and left in the street. I'm afraid this will happen to a lot more who end up costing the system too much. What will we become a 'nation of the fittest??
Elections - 16 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
You think it's bad now, wait until next year!
2 :
Presidential candidate RON PAUL Check out his website, www.ronpaul2008.com
3 :
Very true. That's why when all the other Politicians come up for re election, elect very wisely is all I can say. There will not be any checks and balances in our Government if we do not elect wisely.
4 :
McCain is the only one remotely able to reduce taking money from Americans and giving to illegals. Clinton and Obama are all about welfare for slime.
5 :
Ron Paul and the Libertarian party.
6 :
The illegal alien issue in only the tip of the iceberg...
7 :
RON PAUL of course
8 :
Welcome to the real world.
9 :
None of the 3 main choices will stand up for us. :-( It's going to be a rough 4 years no matter who is elected.
10 :
A few years ago a millionaire developer was buying senators for $15K each. How much influence do you suppose billionaires and international big business have?????????? Lots of cheap labor is great for big business. Unions have been busted so no collective bargaining for the average working person. Without collective bargaining we have nothing to bargain with. Divide and conquer. All this race baiting, gay and abortion, global warming, these issues are about dividing the working class so we don't all get together and ask for a better deal. The media is all about telling the masses what to argue about and what to ignore. No use worrying about a candidate that will stand up for us, the powerful will not let that happen. Just know which way the tide is flowing and plan for it.
11 :
I hate to say it but, Ron Paul. The guy is for the average American. If it weren't for some of his radical stances i would vote for him.
12 :
A voice crying out in the wilderness. Do you not hear the cheers for Hill? Do you not hear the cheers for Obama? The people doing the cheering want to take what you and I have earned. They want ever more government intervention in their lives. They want the US to cease to exist the way it was born. McCain is little better. Huckabee might have been good but he has no chance of getting the nomination. I am thinking I have to decide who to vote for, who can the conservative support in any way. I am guessing I will end up with McCain. Perhaps he can be influenced by letters and e-mails from the people, the people who do not want the government into every aspect of their life.
13 :
The "who is standing up for you" is, whoever you voted for. call them, write to them, explain to them how you feel. Make your displeasure know, whatever it is. And vote for what the past performance is on your candidate, not on what they say they will do in the future, that's just political garbage.
14 :
Mike Huckabee is not for illegals and his plans for securing the border he says it would be done in 18 months, he's for Fair Tax which would help make us more competitive in the world trade market. Give us more money in our pockets. He's also for making health care industry more competitive hence cheaper for us. He is for less government he supports following the Constitution and is against anything that would infringe on our individualistic rights as Americans. He has the best record and has more experience as a commander in chief than anyone running. Gov. for 10 and half years. Yes he is for the working class of America bc he came from that class, everything he's got he's worked for. Check out his record at Mike Huckabee.com. The people that are backing him are the working class, they make up his grassroots campaign, not the Washington insiders, he doesn't owe them anything which is why they hate him. Go Mike!!
15 :
no ones standing up for us. thanx to all the stupid ppl in this country who dont vote wisely, we'll probably end up with another moron in the office for the next 4 years and then for another 4 after they get reelected. hey, bush is a moron, and HE got reelected. i really dont think it matters who wins cause ppl here who are causing all the corruption have their heads so far up their @$$'s are always gonna vote for the wrong person. this whole election is like a road with a fork in it, but both ways lead to destruction.
16 :
Unfortunately I can't really disagree with you and it's very sad that there is NO major candidate offering a true alternative to the official DC line--one who listens to "flyover country" where most of America lives and the ones whose money has to support the nonsense out of Congress. However, that is our one saving grace--Congress--if we will pay attention to our local Congressional elections we can put in enough folks in Congress who will ONCE AGAIN (why do we keep having to do this?) say NO! to amnesty and some of the other dumb ideas presidents tend to come up with.


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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Who is standing up for us, the hard working, tax paying U.S. citizens

Who is standing up for us, the hard working, tax paying U.S. citizens?
Here we are faced with a dilemma with three presidental candidates who are promoting 'amnesty' for illegal alliens. They are avoiding this issue which we vehemently oppose and we are being ignored, and we are ignoring the issue in this current frenzy and it will end up costing us in our morale, our taxes, our jobs, our superior Nation and in every other way. We allow illegals to take our jobs, we send our jobs to Mexico, China, Peru and wherever else there is 'cheap labor' for politicians, lobbyists and the million/billionaires w while our construction jobs are going to illegals, our unemployment rate is accelerating, our taxes will be tripled, etc. Big deal - health care for all - that includes illegals and we will end up with third world health care. We already have people on medicare/medicaid taking out of nursing homes and left in the street. I'm afraid this will happen to a lot more who end up costing the system too much. What will we become a 'nation of the fittest??
Elections - 16 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
You think it's bad now, wait until next year!
2 :
Presidential candidate RON PAUL Check out his website, www.ronpaul2008.com
3 :
Very true. That's why when all the other Politicians come up for re election, elect very wisely is all I can say. There will not be any checks and balances in our Government if we do not elect wisely.
4 :
McCain is the only one remotely able to reduce taking money from Americans and giving to illegals. Clinton and Obama are all about welfare for slime.
5 :
Ron Paul and the Libertarian party.
6 :
The illegal alien issue in only the tip of the iceberg...
7 :
RON PAUL of course
8 :
Welcome to the real world.
9 :
None of the 3 main choices will stand up for us. :-( It's going to be a rough 4 years no matter who is elected.
10 :
A few years ago a millionaire developer was buying senators for $15K each. How much influence do you suppose billionaires and international big business have?????????? Lots of cheap labor is great for big business. Unions have been busted so no collective bargaining for the average working person. Without collective bargaining we have nothing to bargain with. Divide and conquer. All this race baiting, gay and abortion, global warming, these issues are about dividing the working class so we don't all get together and ask for a better deal. The media is all about telling the masses what to argue about and what to ignore. No use worrying about a candidate that will stand up for us, the powerful will not let that happen. Just know which way the tide is flowing and plan for it.
11 :
I hate to say it but, Ron Paul. The guy is for the average American. If it weren't for some of his radical stances i would vote for him.
12 :
A voice crying out in the wilderness. Do you not hear the cheers for Hill? Do you not hear the cheers for Obama? The people doing the cheering want to take what you and I have earned. They want ever more government intervention in their lives. They want the US to cease to exist the way it was born. McCain is little better. Huckabee might have been good but he has no chance of getting the nomination. I am thinking I have to decide who to vote for, who can the conservative support in any way. I am guessing I will end up with McCain. Perhaps he can be influenced by letters and e-mails from the people, the people who do not want the government into every aspect of their life.
13 :
The "who is standing up for you" is, whoever you voted for. call them, write to them, explain to them how you feel. Make your displeasure know, whatever it is. And vote for what the past performance is on your candidate, not on what they say they will do in the future, that's just political garbage.
14 :
Mike Huckabee is not for illegals and his plans for securing the border he says it would be done in 18 months, he's for Fair Tax which would help make us more competitive in the world trade market. Give us more money in our pockets. He's also for making health care industry more competitive hence cheaper for us. He is for less government he supports following the Constitution and is against anything that would infringe on our individualistic rights as Americans. He has the best record and has more experience as a commander in chief than anyone running. Gov. for 10 and half years. Yes he is for the working class of America bc he came from that class, everything he's got he's worked for. Check out his record at Mike Huckabee.com. The people that are backing him are the working class, they make up his grassroots campaign, not the Washington insiders, he doesn't owe them anything which is why they hate him. Go Mike!!
15 :
no ones standing up for us. thanx to all the stupid ppl in this country who dont vote wisely, we'll probably end up with another moron in the office for the next 4 years and then for another 4 after they get reelected. hey, bush is a moron, and HE got reelected. i really dont think it matters who wins cause ppl here who are causing all the corruption have their heads so far up their @$$'s are always gonna vote for the wrong person. this whole election is like a road with a fork in it, but both ways lead to destruction.
16 :
Unfortunately I can't really disagree with you and it's very sad that there is NO major candidate offering a true alternative to the official DC line--one who listens to "flyover country" where most of America lives and the ones whose money has to support the nonsense out of Congress. However, that is our one saving grace--Congress--if we will pay attention to our local Congressional elections we can put in enough folks in Congress who will ONCE AGAIN (why do we keep having to do this?) say NO! to amnesty and some of the other dumb ideas presidents tend to come up with.


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