Posted on 01/03/2006 6:48:30 PM PST by Pukin Dog
The following predictions for the coming year are based upon a combination of what I hear out of Washington, a small bit of common sense, combined with a few surprises that I expect to come forth in the New Year. For these predictions, I will follow them with a 1-to-10 confidence of becoming reality based upon the facts at hand right now. The odds may go up or down as the year progresses, but for now these are the best predictions that I can make.
1. A coalition of combined NATO member forces will destroy Iran’s nuclear capability against the wishes of the U.N. Security counsel, who in private supports the action. Iran will respond by launching conventional missile attacks against Israel, convincing the U.S. Congress to sell the F-22 Raptor to the Israelis and Aussies. Iraq provides logistical assistance in the attack. Confidence = 8
2. Congressman John Murtha is indicted on corruption charges after having failed to insulate himself from federal prosecution by becoming a darling of the anti-war Left. Murtha and other Democrats label the indictment as a payback against an outspoken critic of the war, but the Feds have an air-tight case. Confidence = 8
3. Justice Samuel Alito is confirmed with 62 yes-votes to the Supreme Court. Riots and Sit-ins are conducted throughout the Alito hearings, with Democrats in Congress meeting with the protesters on a nightly basis, each looking to bolster their image with the nut-bag Left. Confidence = 9+
4. Congressman Tom Delay is cleared of all charges and resumes his place as Majority leader after a nasty public battle with Congressman Pence for the role. Speaker Denny Hastert; damaged after the Abramoff scandals considers retiring from public life. Democrats make Delay’s return the centerpiece of their 2006 election campaigns. Confidence = 7+
5. Congress retroactively rolls back the Alternative Minimum Tax, Passes the extended Patriot Act, and Passes a decent Illegal Immigration Bill with VP Dick Cheney providing the swing vote on two of the three issues. Confidence = 8+
6. President Bush addresses the Iraqi Parliament IN PERSON in Iraq, and is seen as the individual to quell a rising desire among some for an Iraqi civil war. Bush’s approval rating reaches above 60% and remains so through the 2006 elections. Confidence = 8
7. The Republican Senate falls one vote shy of a veto-proof majority after upset wins in Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire, and the special election in Nevada to replace Senator Harry Reid, who resigned in disgrace over the Abramoff debacle. Confidence = 7
8. The Republican Congress passes authorization for drilling in ANWR, sparking violent protests and liberal threats of violence against oil workers in Alaska who work on the project. Multiple environmental impact lawsuits are launched in a last-ditch attempt to prevent drilling from taking place. Confidence = 8+
9. The F-22 Raptor sees combat over the skies of Iran and Syria clearing the skies for coalition aircraft protecting the Iraqi borders. The U.S.S. Ronald Reagan becomes a fixture in the Persian Gulf after Al Qaeda declares war against the Saudi Royal Family. In exchange for NATO protection, the price of crude oil falls below $30 per gallon. The U.S. Economy explodes, protecting Conservative seats in Congress and providing a few upsets as well. Confidence = 7
10. President Bush announces his agenda for his final two years in Washington will be to finally replace the current U.S. Tax code with a simpler, more private process. Flat tax and VAT are discussed, with a modified Flat tax becoming the proposed plan presented to Congress. Confidence = 7
One more on a personal note;
11. FReeper Pukin Dog takes the pro-fishing world by storm by qualifying for the 2007 Bassmaster Classic, after winning three events on the circuit. Pukin comes in second to Micheal Iconnelli for Angler of the year, after Ike promises to scream only after landing Bass over 10 pounds. Confidence = 5
I know I promised no more vanities, but surely I was drunk or angry at the time. Those who said I would be back were right, while I was wrong. I know there are many who dont care for me or my rants. To them I say absolutely nothing. This year, my resolution is to continue to ignore the nut-jobs, while hopefully passing along information that some find interesting. If you dont like it, I am sure you can find something better to do with your time than make sure I know just how much you dont like it. (but then, some of you just cant help yourselves, can you?
Either way, Pukin is back. Deal with it.
LOL! Hey, some people post vanities - yours are editorials. Well done. ;)
Is there an "Anti-Fishing" world?
Just wondering................
PD, I like it.........much luck with the fishing.....
>>>Is there an "Anti-Fishing" world?<<<
It's called PETA.
No problem here!
Well done, Pukin....I will elaborate later, after I have time to digest all of your predictions...but,
I have to say how pleasantly surpised I am to hear you are a fan of the sport of fishing...
My DIL's father is a HUGH fan...he enters tournaments almost every weekend that he can..and has won mucho$$$$, so now I "know" 2...lol
Good luck to you, Pukin!!
get back later on the "important stuff"...lol
Kewl dude!
Your posts are always interesting. Glad you're back!
I enjoy your rants.
From your lips to God's ear!
I am ready to lobby for San Diego's first Bass Pro Shops outlet.
Justice delayed is still justice even if it has taken since 1980.
Nicely done as uausl, PD.
12. PD has about 3 more opus's...and all are forgiven.
girlangler? I'd like you to meet Pukin Dog.
Pukin Dog, this is girlangler.
girl, Pukin
Pukin, girl...
Spare us such drivel.
Damn straight! I like it!
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