What evidence is there that proves that the Native American tribes from the book of Mormon existed?
It seems odd that a failed mystic farmer from upstate New York would hit on a migration scenario that still somewhat eludes even the linguists. Like most white Americans of his day, Joseph Smith clearly thought of Native races as inferior, or cursed. It was his logic that if the Old Testament revealed historic truth, then where else would those people have come to the new world from? Cast out. Oddly enough one of the “tribes” original;ly considered Hebrew were the Danites, also very closely associated with the Sea Peoples (Phoenicians), who may have actually traded in the New World for copper. There is evidence of very ancient shaft mines in Minnesota and other places. Smith might have peripherally guessed at something!
As an Indian Muslim do I have to prove my Patriotism (current scenario)?
The answer is NO.Just be natural like whenever you go for movie and national anthem is being played rise before anyone else, respect it as any patriot would do.There are many muslims who is serving in ARMED FORCES. And they never prove their patriotism. Because they already have by giving their life for nation’s service.The reason people doubting muslim’s patriotism is incidents we have faced in near times like Mumbai terror attack, Godhra train blast. And it has broken people's trust.It is true that not every muslim support terrorism, and like so you don't have to prove your patriotism to everyone but few.Other reason is cricket matches. These sounds funny but in india we all know that cricket is not just a sport but a religion itself. And during India-Pakistan i have seen many muslims supporting PAKISTAN!!! And this is serious reason for people questioning about your patriotism.Because applying simple logic, if you can't support India even during such sport events than what can we expect of you in major tragedies.Reason 3) I Have seen many muslim declining for saying “jay hind”. They even believe that India’s national anthem is against islam. And that too because of some stupid FATVA(Priest’s order). Seriously?If this is the case then even i doubt your patriotism.Conclusion: you don't have to prove your patriotism because if you are then your behaviour itself will show it and if your behaviour shows it, you will be respected regardless of your religion.India needs Hindus as well as Muslims and Shikhs as well. We have always lived together, shoulder to shoulder and this is our strength that world fears. This is why we proudly call ourselves INDIAN.Jay hind.
In the current political scenario, what do US citizens expect from the 2018 mid-term elections?
i EXPECT major gains by dems despite gerrymandering. The Senate? Dem seats in red states are vuinerable. Repubs can lose a couple seats but if dems lose more or break even, the senate stays repub. governors can’t be gerrymandered and i expect a LOT of Dem gains there.statehouses? Dems NEED to actually COMPETE, have candidates, have POLICY in the areas BEYOND the major cities. Repubs have SUCKED but Dems need to bring effort and a message. Dems CAN make minor gains OR majorthe House of reps? Every seat is up. Most states were held by Repubs and thus gerrymandered. However…..the Repubs have SUCKED so…..again, Dems have to WIN it, fight, but can take a LOT of seats, a house majority.
Does the global financial crisis affect the international BPO sectors?
The Global financial crisis may Of course affect the International BPO sectors largely for certain period since America is facing huge financial Crunch especially due to the failures of their Banking sectors. They believed in the Market economy and outsourced many of their business activities so far. But now the system got a major set back. Also the President elect Obama has thrown away a major threat for 'outsourcing' during his election campaign. These all yields a great fear in the fields of IT and ITES now. It may prolong for some time. But surely the US people will resolve their crisis soon. When American economy is re-built, automatically the world economic crisis will be settled down. Consequently the Americans can not able to sit in front of Machines for longer hours to do the BPO task like our Indians. We are passionate, sincere and capable of doing materialistic jobs. So Obama can't prevent the outsourcing activity for more days to countries like India. I strongly believe that by the end of 2009, again the BPO sector will prosper; but not to the extent of the previous days... Note: Wherever there is a problem, there is a solution.
Seventy percent of Americans have savings of less than $1000 and half of American families have no retirement savings. Who is to blame?
It is the mentality most people have. Most people are in a situation where they are supposed to “Save and Spend” for retirement. In theory, they save during their productive, working years and then spend that money when they retire.But in practice, they really adhere to an “Earn & Spend” mentality. They make money, and then they spend it. Even worse, a lot of people make money and then spend more than they make. In either case, there is nothing left for saving.There are a whole host of reasons this happens. Life keeps throwing things at you (student loans, house payments, children, college tuition, etc.). It is easy to get caught up in trying to live the life you think you deserve, instead of living the life you can afford… and save for retirement.I’m not going to say the answer is to “start saving more”. For most people, it is too late for that already.The solution is to change your mentality to a “Own & Invest” mentality. This is the mentality wealthy, financially secure people have. They own their own businesses and invest their money so their money makes money. Basically, they put themselves in the situation to maintain an income for life.And if money keeps coming in, even in your “retirement years”, it is a lot easier to maintain financially secure, rather than rely on what you’ve already saved.I know a lot of you might be thinking you don’t have enough money to start a business or couldn’t possibly run a business well past retirement age. Well, that is true of most business opportunities. But there is something you can do.Please read this free 18-page report to get the answer.It is not too late to create an income for life, and enjoy financial security.
How does political scenario affect stock market?
Politicians are responsible for policy decision and forming regulations governing the nation which directly and indirectly affect the company, local market, import or exports, purchasing power and economy as a whole. For example,1) Unstable or coalition government is considered to be bad by stock market and major decisions and reforms are generally difficult without majority.2) Communist government in capitalist economies is considered will affect the companies stock prices negatively.3) Import export ban can affect operations of company. So can deals from governments and government projects.4) Currency valuation compared to other currencies is impacted not just by reserve bank but by politics as well. Same for bank repo reverse repo rate and CRR.5) Subsidy can incentivize one product over another and selective taxation and duites can deincentivize one product and hence affect the stock price. 6)Corruption in politics can also have negative impact on doing business.7) Some political decision, for example, populist decisions or those in manifesto of political party with majority can harm or promote the economy. Too much spending, increase in fiscal deficit,inflationary policies, taxation affect the economy. Direct and indirect tax in budget affect the purchasing power and hence can demotivate the stock price.8)Decision of war may have direct impact on stock price.9) Government control spending on different projects. A change in policy will selectively affect sectors of stock market.Sometimes it can trickle to other countries economy as well in this era of globalization and connected economies.
What would be the worst case scenario if it's proven with evidence that the Russians meddled with the 2016 USA elections with the help of Trump aides?
My new thriller movie treatment goes like this:The connections between Trump, his team and Putin are proved by multiple investigations. Even deeper collusion is revealed. Payments, secrets, deals. Every news program carries the grim announcement: Treason.America reels and takes a step toward chaos.The Trump camp claims it is all fake news, persecution and lies, by the Democrats. The tweets fly, he refuses to step down, his followers take to the streets.The chaos ramps up.A few Russian operatives here and there, among the feckless rabble, escalate the protests into violence.Trump doubles down on claims of conspiracy, from the popular vote count, the inauguration photos, the wiretapping and the failed healthcare bill. He vilifies Obama, Hillary and other democrats. Fox and talk radio go wild.The protests grow and spread. It is becoming a dangerous standoff, between “won’t go” and “must go” voices.Trump announce new ‘executive powers’ to get us through this yuge problem.The remains of a regular government starts holding hearings, in abstentia.Law enforcement, half full of Trump supporters, intervenes halfheartedly in the violent protest - very visibly different than if the protesters were African Americans.The news cycle is in overdrive. The world watches as this new American sport plays out nightly. Cars are burned, fights break out. Police stand and watch.Then, the shooting starts. And spreads. And escalates. 160 dead in one night.Military reserves are brought in to the worst hot spots. Their ranks also have divided views and loyalties.Next the sides start to appropriate military equipment from camps and bases, with inside help. Soldiers go AWOL to join one side or the other.Putin is so pleased and emboldened, he takes Poland.China takes Taiwan and makes claims on the Philippines.6 days after the investigation reports are announced, 4,000 Americans are dead, 20,000 wounded. The violence is still escalating. Schools are closed. Businesses are shuttered. Utilities are going off-line in dozens of neighborhoods.Shall I go on?
What is the current academic consensus on momentum in markets?
Frankly I have never found the academic consensus to be worth squat in the real market. It is interesting to know, recognize it has it’s followers, but in real life, you have to stay flexible. I employed a modified momentum strategy, but no one rings a bell when momentum changes and the bigger they are, the harder they fall. I would select the top 15% price and earnings companies, they were hot, but there are new companies replacing them, and when valuations get extreme, the end is near. When the analysts start talking about earnings 5 years out, head for the door. Momentum swings both ways. But academia believes in random walk and Modern portfolio theory. Those who can’t do, teach.
Does anyone feel that the current Indian foreign policy is closer to that of China compared to the US?
Yes, I do. The US has sold India food grains while the PM wanted weapons and nuclear technology. China on the other hand has promised help in many areas. While the POTUS has attended the Republic Day parade in India, he cut his stay short to rush and condole death of Saudi King. China cannot keep its army under check which has been repeatedly threatening India's sovereign border in both Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin. Things came to a head when China shook hands with Pakistan over the digging of a tunnel through India's province, Kashmir. Despite all of the above, trusting a nation with which one shares international border is a compulsion. US on the other hand, aggressively promotes its own weapons and clandestinely instigates civil wars in other nations to sell its merchandise in.If India pursues relation with US, Pakistan may attack with help from China to assert their superiority in the Asian sub-continent. China on the other hand, may agree at least diplomatically to recognize that Arunachal Pradesh is an Indian province. Having gone to war with China in the sixties, India needs to be friendly now more than ever with an iffy neighbour. Irrespective of how wealthy and powerful the US maybe, it cannot afford war with China even if India hollers for help because of the latter's control over the seas between the two countries. Should war break out, North Korea will side with China while Japan reaches out to India and Russia mends ties with (cold-war opponent) US in a desperate attempt to regain favour with her long lost buddy, India. Even so, the sub-continent will be a huge crater before the last missile is launched by either nuclear power.Hope I have laid out all the possibilities and explained how Sino-India is a better partnership than Indo-US. The Chinese have assembled terrorist groups in Myanmar to plan an attack on India, if reports are to be believed. The US has only censured religious intolerance and shutting down of NGOs in India. Between the two, foreign policy leaning toward China is a safer.