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We are fighting a war for their country and you and I get to foot the bill for it. Our soldiers get killed over there for the sake of democracy and you and I are paying for that shit. WE don't have a freaking budget surplus. WHY, because its funding the war. A war they're not paying for. What I am saying is that AT LEAST we could get some free petrol out of it while they're running around with their surplus. BTW, gas prices are not set by investors.

Report: Iraq could have $79 billion budget surplus WASHINGTON (AP) — The Iraqi government could end this year with as much as a $79 billion cumulative budget surplus, based largely on ever-increasing oil revenues, congressional auditors say. A report by the Government Accountability Office made public Tuesday prompted renewed calls from senators that Baghdad pay more of the bill for its own reconstruction, which has been heavily supported with U.S. funds. The projected Iraq surplus, including unspent money from 2005 through 2008, has been building because of rising world oil prices, increasing Iraqi oil production, the government's inability to execute budgets for spending its money and persistent violence in the country, the GAO said. The report was requested by Sen. Carl Levin, D-Mich., and Sen. John Warner, R-Va., the chairman and ranking member, respectively, of the Senate Armed Services Committee. "The Iraqi government now has tens of billions of dollars at its disposal to fund large-scale reconstruction projects," Levin said in a statement. "It is inexcusable for U.S. taxpayers to continue to foot the bill for projects the Iraqis are fully capable of funding themselves." "It is time for the sovereign government of Iraq, using its revenues, expenditures and surpluses, to fully assume the responsibility to provide essential services and improve the quality of life for the Iraqi people," Warner said. The GAO said Iraq had an estimated cumulative budget surplus of about $29 billion from 2005 to 2007 and could have another surplus of up to $50 billion this year. The expected surplus could be lower if Iraq passes stalled legislation for a $22 billion supplemental budget for 2008 — and if the government then executes the budget. But the report noted oft-repeated factors holding the government back on its spending plans. "First ... (the) relative shortage of trained budgetary, procurement and other staff with the necessary technical skills as a factor limiting the Iraqi government's ability to plan and execute its capital spending," the GAO said, adding that a second problem is the government's weak accounting systems. "Third ... violence and sectarian strife remain major obstacles to developing Iraqi government capacity," it said. The report also estimated that this year Iraq could generate $67 billion to $79 billion in oil sales. Other U.S. officials previously had said they expected the oil windfall to be about $70 billion. "This substantial increase in revenues offers the Iraqi government the potential to better finance its own security and economic needs," the GAO said. Since 2005, the United States has funded a number of efforts to teach civilian and security ministries how to effectively execute their budgets. The efforts included programs to advise and help Iraqi government employees develop the skills to plan programs and to effectively deliver government services such as electricity, water and security. http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2008-08-05-iraq-budget_N.htm Wow, I can't believe this shit. Meanwhile gas is teetering around $4 per gallon. Like Chris Rock said, "if I robbed a Waffle House, I wouldn't be paying full price for waffles." (can't remember the exact qoute but it was something like that)

What up. I wasn't at Mid Ohio but I heard you all had a blast. Welcome to the site.

Just wait until Indianapolis Moto GP weekend. Hardly any of those riders out there wear helmets. I bet there will be at least 5 deaths that weekend.

What calibur is the Ak? Also, what type of AK, Wasser, Romainian, Yugo???

I am no stunter but would like to know that location so I can work on my wheelies as well as learn how to stoppie.

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That movie was fucking sweet. Going to see it again at IMAX... Joker was completely awesome.

It could've been worse. Glad he had his gear on.

Great ride you all. Nice to meet some of you Dayton folks. We'll definately be back before summer is over. Had a blast and I almost crashed only once. Here are a few pics from my phone...

that's the usual response when visiting Nick in Dayton.

I am sick and tired of internet vids ending too early. Wouldn't you liked to have seen if the snake ate the guy or not? Big ass snake though.

I'm in if its still going to happen. Rain is suspected for tomorrow though.

Please tell me you have insurance... Don't worry, I'll tell Satan to move your screen name to the "inactive" list since you have no use for these forums now.. Sorry dude, just trying to make you smile. It could've been worse. I'd rather have my shit completely stolen than have someone back over it and knock it down (assuming you have insurance).

Later tonight, I'll PM you with route suggestions.

may be out of town but if I am in town I will most certainly roll.

its only 30 bucks... go ahead and get one.

I don't give a lot of credit to a guy stunting on grass or snow covered grass. he's probably only going about 12 mph.

wow... Now that I have heard from someone who was there, I agree with your posts NinjaNick and Lizard. Just like guns, people have to respect the power of these sportbikes.

wow... where'd that come from? Anywho, people make mistakes. Especially celebs. I just hope he can put this shit behind him and move on and focus on regaining the title.

"Looks like he was screwing around. Hate to say it, but when you mess around and there are 4 wheeled or more machines around, you tend to get the raw end of the stick. Bummer of a deal, but riders need to be more aware and less stupid on these bikes..." I think you're being a bit harsh on the fellow. Its not like he was doing a standup wheelie during rush hour traffic. None of us were there so we don't exactly know the circumstances for what he did or didn't do. Nor do we know the fault of any of the other cars that may have played a role. The guys is dead, cut him some slack.

good idea

now that you said that, YOU'RE DOOOOOOMED

I like this video better than most 'wheelie gone bad' videos. First, the camera guy continues to roll film after his friend gets fucked up. I am always interested in the aftermath in these events. Also, people need to stop doing wheelies in 1st gear... http://www.break.com/index/crazy-motorcycle-wheelie-accident.html