October 16, 2009 11:55 PM
This and That
50% of respondents believe that the level of immigration should be decreased. 58% had that view in late 2001. 32% say it should be maintained at its current level. 14% would increase it. [Gallup 8/09]53% believe that the Government should promote traditional values. 42% think the Government should not favor any values. [Gallup 9/09]
A question or two
When cheese gets its picture taken, what does it say?
Why are a wise man and a wise guy opposites?
Why do overlook and oversee mean opposite things?
Why is the third hand on a watch called the second hand?
Why do "slow down" and "slow up" mean the same thing?
Why do "fat chance" and "slim chance" mean the same thing?
Why do we sing "take me out to the ball game" when we are already there?
Why is it called "after dark" when it really is "after light"?
