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[quote=”DavidCMurray”]Oh, waggoner! “. . . the idea of term limits prevents a takeover by either Communism or Fascism.”? I’m afraid that’s way too simplistic.
The only thing that term limits prevent is thoughtful, knowledgeable legislation and administration. Any elected official spends the first third of his or her term just finding the restroom and the copy machine. When you discard the accumulated knowledge gained only from experience doing the work by limiting terms, all you accomplish is to leave the real policymaking to the real long-term encumbents — the bureaucrats and the lobbyists.
And, by the way, when Hitler imposted term limits by dissolving the Reichstag, it hardly prevented the takeover by fascism in Germany.[/quote]
While I agree that time is needed for a new administration to find its way, without term limits we would have seen the re-election of “W”. To my way of thinking, not a good idea.
The dissolution of the Reichstag was simply the final step in Hitlers takeover. The Nazi party had the largest presence in the Reichstag when it was dissolved and their constant walkouts had already made it an exercise in futility and had already resulted in the replacement of the previous two chancellors, Franz von Papen & Kurt von Schleicher within a 5 month period.
It seems that voters are ruled by fear and there is a certain segment of politicians who drive fear home.
[quote=”DavidCMurray”]How in the world do you arrive at the conclusion that “Socialism . . leads to Communism . . [and] Fascism”?[/quote]
What David is saying here is true. Communism and Fascism are totally at odds. Hitler blamed the communists, among others, for Germanys situation in the ’30’s and then attacked Russia in the ’40’s.
Hitler became leader of Germany through guile but I can’t name a communist country that wasn’t taken by force of arms one way or another.
While I blame most Americans for a lack of intelligent thinking, the idea of term limits prevents a takeover by either Communism or Fascism. The military certainly would not be involved in a takeover in the forseeable future and the population of the U.S. wouldn’t stand for that type of government.
[quote=”philharmonic”]I do hope your not saying that America has Invaded Afghanistan to take over their country.
America is Waking up out of a long slumber that has seen incremental changes.[/quote]
All I’m saying regarding Afghanistan is that from Alexander the Great to the Russians no one has managed to take over their etrritory. There is nothing there that the U.S. wanted except bin Laden and then he slipped out and is still loose.If you think America is waking up why would they elect an administration with admitted Fascist beliefs (Google: Project for a New American Century and look at the names associated) and then re-elect them to a second term?
I didn’t intend for this to end up as a political discussion. My interest in this thread is sustainable living.
[quote=”philharmonic”]If and or when America falls to the Socialist /Communist/Fascist regime that has been brewing from within for many years[/quote]
You are asking about three different forms of “government”.
Socialism can work under a democracy while communism and fascism cannot.[b]Socialism[/b] advocates the vesting of the ownership and control of the means of production and distribution, of capital, land, etc., in the community as a whole.
[b]Communism[/b] is a system of social organization in which all economic and social activity is controlled by a totalitarian state dominated by a single and self-perpetuating political party.
[b]Fascism[/b] is a governmental system led by a dictator having complete power, forcibly suppressing opposition and criticism, regimenting all industry, commerce, etc., and emphasizing an aggressive nationalism and often racism.
The question you ask, though, requires a response far longer than is beneficial to this forum. I put together criticisms, in another area of the ‘net, of political and economic issues as they relate to the U.S. only.
I had not addressed the issues regarding the various forms of government but I hold the belief that a state has obligations to its citizens that cannot be attained by communism or fascism.
Socialism, under which you have your acre of land and I have mine, requires a collective decision of the community (by voting) regarding what is best for the community as a whole. Under the best of circumstances there will be some who are not happy with the decisions.
Yes, Costa Rica depends on the power of the U.S. which may be waning.
However, one example is the American Revolution in which the people rise up to defend their beliefs. The only successful example, over time, I can give you of repelling invasion is the Afghans who have never been defeated.[quote=”bodyshopgirl41″][quote=”maravilla”]they should close the gates! i’ve met some real doozies in the last 5 years. [/quote]
I think that there is a certain type of person that makes it through living in CR. – in the US, people are stupid![/quote]
Maravilla, I am one of the doozies in your past. Still here and loving it. We now have the property we had problems with and many more problems in CR but here to stay.
Bodyshopgirl – Every one of the “certain type” can also fail to survive here. The three things that are necessary in Costa Rica are: 1 – patience, patience and patience. 2 – A good, trustworthy and reliable Tico friend to get you past “precios Americano”. and 3 – A top notch advisor and attorney to help you past the legal issues with the government bureaucracies.
[quote=”soldier”]In comparison to the U.S., Costa Rica is truly a paradise.[/quote]
Well put, Soldier, the star of Costa RIca is rising while the sun of the U.S. is setting. I have family in the States who cannot see my reasoning and I am concerned for them.
If the current administration cannot push the necessary changes through an obstinate congress there is little hope that the U.S. will remain a world leader either economically or militarily.
Currently the U.S. is fighting one war too many. The enemy is in Afghanistan & Pakistan not Iraq. Iraq is a broken nation politically and does nothing but suck up lives and finances needed at home.
[quote=”jd”]So it is better to be a coward and run than to stay and fight to keep the freedoms, life and liberty that allowed you this opportunity? Remember democracy is not the historical form of government and it would do you good to examine the basis upon which democracy was founded.
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Costa Rica has been a democracy since 1899 with a unicameral congress and moving to Costa Rica is hardly the act of cowardice you present. It is a challenge to live here.The so called freedoms that you fight for is available in a nation that does not even have a military presence and is the most advanced nation in the area.
The U.S. has created the war and economic issues it faces. Is more of the same what Americans are fighting for?
[quote=”Harperanne”]American woman who is considering a move to Cosa Rica – like to communicate with other women in different parts of Costa Rica about their lives and activities -[/quote]
ontact: http://www.newcomersclubofcostarica.com/index.html
The Newcomer’s Club of Costa Rica is a group of English speaking women who live in Costa Rica.[quote=”bodyshopgirl41″][quote=”waggoner41″][quote=”ymontagne”]Last time, while visiting Dominical/Uvita, we really noticed that it didn’t appear that many people who move to the area last more than 2 or 3 years. Wrong impression?[/quote]
Quite frankly I think many people make hasty decisions about moving to Costa Rica. The land is beautiful and the people are wonderful but choosing the wrong area for various reasons can sour you.:cry:
I researched Costa Rica on-line for several years before even visiting. I knew what I wanted in the way of climate and myriad other issues. i’m here to stay.:D
Make sure you know what you want and take the time to find it. Paradise is not that easy to come by.:?[/quote]Thank you for the advise, we have been doing our research for about 17 years, and “some day” will never come unless we do it! :D[/quote]
You can look at it inone of two ways: either it is fear of change or it is a challenge. If you like a challenge, go for it.[quote=”ymontagne”]Last time, while visiting Dominical/Uvita, we really noticed that it didn’t appear that many people who move to the area last more than 2 or 3 years. Wrong impression?[/quote]
Quite frankly I think many people make hasty decisions about moving to Costa Rica. The land is beautiful and the people are wonderful but choosing the wrong area for various reasons can sour you.:cry:
I researched Costa Rica on-line for several years before even visiting. I knew what I wanted in the way of climate and myriad other issues. i’m here to stay.:D
Make sure you know what you want and take the time to find it. Paradise is not that easy to come by.:?
[b]IMXPLORING[/b] has some very valid points. I had no Spanish when I arrived but now I can communicate. I disagree with his comment on type “A” persons, I was [b]TYPE “A”[/b][u][/u] now I am type “a”. Thanks to Costa Rica I have learned to Slow down.[quote=”costaricafinca”]Yes, while in country, showing your license seems to be fine, as it is not immigration who is checking it!
The problems is being allowed to board the airplane!
It is the airlines that have the decision to make, and if they allow you to get on the plane and when you arrive in CR, if Immigration decides to check and for [i]some reason decides [/i]that an infraction has taken place, the airline must return you to your last port of entry, at their cost.
It has been posted by many legal residents, that at North American airports that they are being ‘questioned’, unlike a few years ago.[/quote]
You have experienced a much differeent situation than I have had. I visited the States in September 2009 and presented my passport which had no stamps since January 2009 but I had my attorney provide the documents necessary from Migracion. I had them out and ready to display but was never asked to display them or questioned either here or in the States going or coming. Apparently you can never tell what is going to happen.:roll:[quote=”fincatenorio”]Does anyone know if you overstay your first 90 days and then leave CR and return any problems with returning ??? TIA[/quote]
While resolving issues at Migracion I was told that once my documents for residency were filed with them the only entity concerned with the 90 day limit was COSEVI. I obtained my Costa Rica drivers license and have had no problems since. Living in Colon, I am stopped by either the local police or traffic quite often and have had no problem since obtaining the license.:shock:This is exactly the type of information that I require…and from the member I was hoping to get a response from.
I have 33 years experience in construction in the States but am totally out of touch with Tico expectations in a home. I do plan to do much of the finish work myself with a helper but the basic construction details are what I needed.
You have provided the details that I needed and pointed out the items that I must insist are included in a livable home that is a combination of American & Tico styles.
The plumbing issues are particularly valuable since the cost of revamping would be quite high. Electrical sufficiency is a must and the cost is not much higher to provide on initial construction.
I would be on-site daily as the planned construction would be next to our existing home and I plan to have a qualified and trusted personal overseer to deal with the contracted workers.
Your advice is taken to heart.
Other questions will undoubtedly follow but you have provided the basics.
Thank you, crhomebuilder
You have my attention and I would like to hear more regarding your statement: “An experienced consultant can save you a ton of money and time and stress by giving you a realistic view of what you can hope to accomplish.”
This is one of the pieces of information that I was hoping to gain from my original posting.
It is difficult to know that the proper legal steps are being taken in a situation like this when you are unfamiliar with the fine points of law in another country.
Regarding your statement: “The problem is experienced consultants are few and far between.” How do I go about finding a competent consultant?
In order to avoid legal issues for this web site I did provide my email address in my original post. I have noted that it is no longer there.
Could you respond to this inquiry by direct email to: waggoner41 “at” verizon.net?
You may have the answers that I require.
Thank you for responding,
Les“Why didn’t you hire a lawyer to check all this out BEFORE you gave them some money?”
The attornies were working on the contract at my behest and came highly recommended. Seller an buyer agreed to all major points before the contract was drawn up and refined at the table with the attorneys.
It is difficult to check out what has not occurred. The fact that the filing of the contract with the National Registry did not take place was issue #1 and did not take place until after the fact.
The lawsuit against the property, issue #2, occurred six months after the signing of the contract and would not have existed had the contract been filed with the National Registry.“do your homework first to avoid being ripped off later.”
It is true that I could have avoided these issues if I could foretell the future. So far I have been unsuccessful in gaining that ability.However, the attorney that I have currently retained is very thorough and has proceeded step by step in obtaining information very quickly. I would not want this man working against me. He is very confrontational when he has the facts to back him up and has no fear of being in your face regarding legal action that can and will be taken.
The issue of the lawsuit is no longer an issue. He has taken steps to assure that the seller will be responsible for the outcome.
The issue of the legal firm that did not perform their due diligence is still open but I assure you that it will be resolved in our favor. Although I am not familiar with Costa Rican law per se, there are consequences for this type of behavior in Costa Rican law.
Edited on Nov 23, 2007 19:52
