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Who were neutralists in the Revolutionary War?

While many of those who took a neutral stance during the Revolutionary War did so for religious or moral reasons, others who supported neither side simply did so in an attempt to avoid the strife that would come with such a declaration. Remaining neutral was more difficult in regions where loyalists or patriots were particularly strong, since any who did not support their side were viewed with considerable suspicion.

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How do you read a Social Security number?

Prior to 1972, the area number correlated with the applicant's state of residence. Since then, the number is assigned based on the zip code of the applicant's mailing address, which is not necessarily the applicant's residence. According to Social Security Numerology, it is a myth that the Social Security group number identifies the individual's race. The group number ranges from 01 to 99 and is assigned based on an even/odd scheme, as explained on the SSA website.

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What is the E-7 rank in the Army?

A sergeant first class works as a senior non-commissioned officer and typically oversees part of a platoon during battle. The sergeant first class is often in charge of up to 40 soldiers for training, mentoring, tactical logistics and casualty evacuations. He acts as a tactical advisor to the platoon leader and may take over as platoon leader if a commissioned officer is not available.

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What are the laws on document shredding?

The first law that all document shredders must comply with is the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. This federal act is a strict law that views document shredding as an obstruction of justice and requires corporations and businesses to retain large amounts of documents and communication, including email records, reports the Business Law Journal of the University of California Davis School of Law.\nIn addition to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, many federal agencies have regulations limiting document shredding. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act governs the preservation of medical record..

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Who were the Populists and what did they advocate?

The party was a revolt against the Republican and Democratic parties, which were popular during that time. During the 1890s, senators were chosen by the state legislatures. Populists demanded the senators to be elected by the people. They wanted the citizens to be given the opportunity to introduce a debate on a topic in the legislature. The party won the hearts of many dispossessed and unemployed Americans. It was the most successful third party movement since the Civil War.

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How does government work in townships in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania has two classes of townships. All townships are second class unless first class status is approved by the voters in a referendum. To do so, a township must first have a population density of 300 persons per square mile.\nIn townships following the First Class Township Code, the governing body is comprised of elected officials. There are either five commissioners elected at large or up to 15 elected by wards. The commissioners have four-year overlapping terms.\nTownships operating under the Second Class Township Code have a governing body of three elected supervisors who are at lar..

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What is the phone number for the TWIC help desk?

Employers, unions and owner/operators of facilities work directly with the USCG Help Desk in regards to TWIC questions. Transportation workers must speak with the UES call center regarding any questions or concerns.\nTWIC refers to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential, which is granted by the Transportation Security Administration. As of February 2015, the fee to obtain a TWIC is $128.00.

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How can Regina addresses be located?

To find the location of a specific address in Regina, enter the address into the search field on MapQuest. If the address exists in Regina, it will be shown on the map with a purple marker. Users may zoom in or out on the map to view the address' relative location. MapQuest also offers directions for travelling to the given address and allows users to search for nearby amenities such as hotels, restaurants and gas stations.\nTo find the address associated with an individual or telephone number, select the People search option on MySask411.com for Regina. This search connects to the Saskat..

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Can a convicted felon own a crossbow?

Wisconsin outlaws use of a crossbow by any hunter other than those who meet certain disability criteria. Texas law restricts use of a crossbow in a few counties during deer season. Washington allows a convicted felon to take part in lotteries for special hunts, but if drawn, the law limits his right to hunt with equipment other than a longbow, compound bow or crossbow.

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How can one contact Senator Bill Nelson?

Senator Bill Nelson has an office in Washington, D.C., and several other offices located throughout the state of Florida, as of 2015. Constituents can send letters to his office via mail, fax or email, or they can call the office to leave a message or to schedule an appointment to visit Senator Nelson in person.

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