How do you feel about upcoming law reforms?
912850
That makes too much sense - I don't think we'll see it \nhappen any time soon.
115866
Not until they change the current laws against\nforgery/fraud.
949529
Just insane! I can't even begin to describe it. So much has happened and so much is yet to happen- do you get the feeling that there will be more challenges and big things to come?? I kinda feel like I've learnt a lot but still have a long way to go ! I'm optimistic and excited- but it doesn't make sense to other people because I can't explain why :) lol\n\nI also agree- don't be a wuss and take the easy option- make the right choices (no matter how hard) and be ready to face the consequences! (I know lots of ppl that don't understand me when I say that!)\n\nGo Leo!!!! :)
810974
I'd like to see the day when every single law has to go through the public's scrutinization before being allowed to pass. \nI'd love to be able to determine whether or not to give myself a 23% raise every year! \nI would like to be able to vote on how and what our tax money is spent on.\n I also would like to have politicians buy their own cars with their own salaries. \nIt would be great but I'm not holding my breath on it!!
757215
NO, I'm afraid it's NOT going to be all right.  Sorry, but equality must be observed at all costs: it has to be half left!!
817467
Still waiting for intelligent answers? I hope people are just busy typing, after the first two I saw.\nI have to say, I agree with you- we need the checks and balances back in our government. Stagnation was going on, and I think a few of us were about ready to take to the streets in rebellion. It's kind of a shame the way you have to MAKE people act right. I think we will see more cooperation, less arrogance now that they have gotten the wake up call of the elections. I am hopeful.
320346
"The new constitution contains human rights provisions, although their practical effect had not come fully into play since most provisions depended on implementing still-ongoing legislative and institutional changes."\n\nFor a full breakdown, see here:  http://www.arabicnews.com/ansub/Daily/Day/060322/2006032221.html
1013670
I like some of the changes.
719290
its time to vote for people that do take this seriously and want to up hold the laws.  I have a feeling that if nothing is done there will be alot of new faces in congress.
989868
constitutional reform is the process of changing the constitution
817848
Well spotted sofiarose - that one passed me by too - and I like to think I keep an 'eagle-eye' on what they do (by getting daily e-mail updates from http://www.epolitix.com/ which includes the name of legislation to be debated, but not a description of the content).\n\nExcellent article although somewhat out of date (February) and misleading - thank you.\n\nAs of 8 November 2006 the beast became an Act of law.  It's already on the statute books as the "Legislative and Regulatory Reform Act 2006" (2006 Ch. 51).\n\nI've had a quick look at it, and it's no-where near as bad as this LibDem MP makes out - he was scaremongering, unless it has been watered down from its original form.\n\nTake a look at it yourselves......
886509
No, no.  Take away elected representation and what are you left with?  The executive, the courts and the media.  Who is to hold the law that the executive puts forward up to scrutiny and account?  Corporations?  I'm sorry but you are being profoundly anti-democratic and short sighted.\n\nI agree there is a problem with the current system.  (There is an argument that we have too many M.P.s and although not one I have sympathy with, it is an argument with merit).  Part of the answer to current problems though is to strengthen the powers of Parliament at the expense of the government rather than weaken it.
693598
Are you familiar with the legal system, or the laws of your country?
752766
I haven't followed this political case, but I believe that any law named after a person is questionable since those pusing it will often be reacting based on emotion and grief, rather than reason.\n\nAny good law will have safeguards, and rational provisions so that whatever action is made illegal is really the action that is the threat. I generally oppose laws that make actions illegal just because they might, in combination with other actions, have the potential to cause harm. I believe in punishing those who cause the harm, and not limiting action based purely on speculation.\n\nThat being said, the voting process has become an emotional one. People -- whether voters or legislators -- pass laws based on their gut reactions, often without any concern for the consequences or long term effects. Logic and reason have largely been abandoned in favor of making headlines.\n\nAnd sadly, that's not likely to change any time soon. Good luck.
131347
Umm... because we voted for them? Personally, I'd like two elected houses, and Single Transferable Vote rather than First Past The Post. However, I'm proud of my MP, who has taken action, for example. against the proposed 90 day detention without trial.
1011661
I'm all for depth-charging the Senate bill, and going with the House bill which is 100% enforcement. This is getting stupid. Too many stupid greedy politicians have made promises that the rest of the country is now supposed to live up to on their behalf, and it just ain't happenin'. I think enforcement, coupled with some no-joke fine structures, will be a GREAT dis-incentive for pie-in-the-sky legislators/legislation.  There's lots of poor countries around the world. They would ALL like to move to america.\nThey'd VERY MUCH like to move to america...like, really, a lot, and stuff. You don't mind, do you? LOLOL
102862
I personally would like to see a balanced budget amendment. I would also like to see an amendment that put more stringent parameters on Congress's role. Check out this site, there is a good discussion on possible new amendments.