Adam Montana Weekly 26 October 2016

[Adam Montana]

Good morning and Happy Wednesday everyone!

I don't know why, but it seems to me like October has been really long... I feel
like this is my 6th or 7th chat for the month! It's probably because I had such 
high hopes for late September, or early October, but nothing really happened.

That is all changing though!

FINALLY, at the tail end of October, we're seeing the stuff we want. Check 
these out:

1. We discussed briefly earlier this month the OPEC push to reduce oil production.
There are a lot of reasons for this push, and I'd say 90+% of the member nations
understand and agree with it. But here's something interesting...

"The head of the National Alliance, said that "Iraq should be excluded from any agreement that aims to cut oil production," attributing it to "the need for Iraq without the other for this exception being locked in a fierce war with Aldaasha terrorism on behalf of the world.

Link:

 

It doesn't take a brain scientist to see that Iraq is getting massive support in 
the fight against ISIS. It also doesn't take a rocket surgeon to see that this kind
of agreement is a sweetheart deal for Iraq! 

 

Speaking of ISIS,

2. It's been tough to keep up with exactly how things are going over in Iraq, with 
the media so focused (mainly) on things Donald Trump may or may not have done 
30 years ago and ignoring the stuff they could be talking about regarding Hillary, 
but nonetheless... what is happening with Mosul right now is THE biggest, fiercest, 
and MOST SUCCESSFUL push by Iraqi forces to WIN against ISIS. The fight for 
Mosul is making incredible progress, and I really don't think they are getting credit 
for it like they should be!

After a long run of half-hearted attempts to "attack" ISIS, they are finally doing it 
RIGHT.

 

I expect to see huge victories in the next week or so, which is going to prop up
Iraq's support and credibility in the world, and is taking them where they need 
to go.

3. I am disappointed to see that Abadi has not been successful in appointing those 
last few deputies:

In fact, unless they directly oppose this ruling, it looks like next week isn't our week
either.  

This isn't the end of the world, it just means we're not likely to see an RV this week.

However.. I saved the best for last! Ready?  

4. HCL FINALLY BACK ON THE TABLE!!!!! WOOOOOOTTT!!!!!!

 

And to go hand-in-hand with that MUCH WELCOME news, there is also this:

Seeing the parliament and ministries seats not yet filled was a little disappointing, 
but that's just a time issue. If not next week, the following perhaps. And simultaneously
we have a strong chance of watching the HCL unfold, become active, and then my 
friends we are off to the races!

I'm not going to call the deed "done" yet, but I strongly feel like we're almost at the 
point where it could really be "any day". As such, I'm going to do something that I've 
never done before... later this week I'll roll out a monthly VIP option.

For those of you not aware, there has never been a monthly VIP option for several 
reasons... one of the reasons is that there is so much to absorb in the VIP section 
that I've always felt it would be overwhelming and unfair to you if you had to try and 
assimilate it all in just a month! 

The other side of that coin is that some people have a hard time making a full 3 month
commitment up front, with our job market being horrible, the price of health care, and
much more.

So with my feeling that we are nearing the finish line... I'm going to reverse my long-
standing decision to not do month-to-month VIP for people.

I'll send out more details later this week. Here's the weekly Q's:

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calkid11   So. Adam when do we expect to hear if the budget is passed? If so how long do you think before we hear anything else? Thank you ahead of time for all you do here. Haven't asked anything in a while so figured I would throw that out there.

 Oh! I forgot to mention the Budget in my chat above.

The Budget has been discussed a few more times since my last chat, and I feel that 
it's on pace to be passed by the 1st of the year if not sooner.

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429 So. Adam, when do we expect to hear if the Packers are going to get a running back? If so, how long do you think before the Packers can take the weight off Rogers' throwing game. So they beat the Bears using a wideout. A "W" is a "W" but using a wide receiver as a running back? C'mon, man. We haven't grilled the Packers in a while so I figured I'd throw that out there.

LOL. Back to my banishment corner and trolling "Mean While in Canada."

 

 I agree with you, a "W" is good but the Pack isn't looking too hot this year.

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DWitte Hey Adam, is there any truth that the CBI needs to stop using multiple currencies by the end of the year.  Seems unrealistic to me but I read it on this site.  You probably know where but since you let just about everyone post, including me, Thank You, I wanted to ask you.

 "By the end of the year", or that they "need" to? Nope. 

Would that be a good thing? HECK YES!

 

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TVdinar  Adam,  Help me understand why this is taking so long...

 

It's been a long road for sure!

Iraq has overcame many obstacles. They were plunged almost into the dark ages
only a short decade ago.

Does it seem like forever? Yeah, I agree. But in the grand scheme of it all... they have
made amazing progress and when it's all over, it won't seem like it took that long.

Cheers  
  

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Caye98  Oh Great MajaMontana - please pardon the intrusion into the IQD Update, but I have a question about a comment/site you mentioned a year or so ago about wagers on political outcomes (among other things).

I realize this is not in anyway an endorsement of yours, and I have heard from many sources over the years that these types of sites are often quite accurate in predicting outcomes (based in part by wagers placed) of sports as well as political outcomes.

As I recall a year or so ago a $50 wager on Trump would possibly return $2000? I am curious to know the name of the site again, and if perhaps you have any idea what the same $50 wager would return if placed today?

I am most appreciative of your kind response. May all of your travels find you with compatible power sources and accessible hi-speed WiFi!   

 

To be honest, I don't mind too horribly when I find myself in a place with 
limited internet and incompatible power cords!  

I checked last week or so, I think Hillary was 6:1 odds to win and a $50 
Trump bet will win $225

https://www.sportsbook.ag/sbk/sportsbook4/politics-betting/president.sbk 

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scubaglenn  Hi Adam, I have a few thoughts. 1 Mosul looks like it's going pretty well, not perfect ( they lost 1 small town ) but good. 2 Oil is staying just a little over $50, not great but still on a slow but steady upswing. 3 Abadi seams to be slowing getting more of his technocrats into the cabinet (3 VPs  gone he didn't want) . 4 You were formerly looking positive for an OcT RV , now it's looking more like Dec, maybe Jan. 5 Hoping you would be having a combo deal on a 3 or 5 month & Name Reserve deal. What's your thoughts. Am I looking at these points  right  or  too much pie in my eye? Thanks again

 
I like where your head is Scuba!

I'll put some thought into the NR combo - the next thing I'm going to do regarding VIP
is roll out that monthly option.

 

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Wiljor Just popped in to say I appreciate all what you and the mods do for us here, oh, and by the way, the Iraqi government said that the HCL is in the 2017 budget and we have already had the 1st reading of that budget. Do you think the HCL will be passed along with the 2017 budget and be published at the same time? 

They look to be moving at about the same speed.

 
  

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ranfan  hello adam i know you made a prediction of oct. but that looks like it is gone i have been waiting to join your VIP till last miniute because of finanical reasons i cant afford a lifetime membership. i was wondering if a person signed up and it didnt happen in the three months could the person sign up for a discounted rate. or will you be offering a post rv VIP membership it is just things are tight)    OK so I loose a day but I know this person asked the same question awhile ago.

  I'm here to help you!

Regarding VIP Post-RV, that answer has always been and will always be "NO".

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Seabee Hi Boss,

With all the positive things going on in Iraq, like the HCL, the 2017 Budget. There is also the fact that oil is above $50.00 a barrel and likely to make a slow comeback. There is also the fact that relative calm has finally taken hold in southern Iraq including Baghdad.

On the negative side, there is the campaign to take out ISIS in Northern Iraq. Mosul is the big hot spot along with some other smaller towns. The Generals say things are going as planned and some of the ISIS  leaders are on the run, more than likely to Syria. It looks like the fight for Mosul and northern areas may not be complete till November or Dec.

My question is: Did you have knowledge of the Mosul operation in August thinking an early end would possibly prompt an RV in Oct?

It seem that every time it we get to a certain point it is like taking one step forward and taking two steps back. I strongly feel that the battle for Mosul and parts of the north are the final piece to this huge puzzle. I believe that God's plan is near fruition and that the RV will not be to far behind. I say Jan 2017 will be the end.

Dave AKA: Seabee

 

I actually think the campaign to take out ISIS in Mosul and surrounding areas is a very
good thing!

I also see current progress as 2 steps forward and 1 back most of the time. In my writings 
above, I think I even made the argument for 3 steps forward and only 1 back!

The road was just much longer than any of us anticipated. 

Talk to you all soon!

- Adam

 

[Caye98]

Thank you!  Positive news.

I may have just changed the odds on Sportsbook 

[ChuckFinley]

Thank you Adam for the update. Also look forward to Wednesdays.  

[psdon]

Thank you Boss

 

[Wiljor]

Thanks Adam, always enjoy your level headed approach, and down to earth comments. 

[Freedomwish]

October seems to be long big bro Adam, maybe because it has five Saturdays in it lmao! 

THANKS AND MORE WHISKEY SHALL BE HAD TONIGHT!! 

 

 

[wizard1]

Hi Adam, sorry to contact you this way but I have forwarded your e-mail reply to your office several times as you instructed and Have yet to receive a reply. I sent it via my g-mail so I don't have any idea why I am being ignored.

Regards

[seks]

but I strongly feel like we're almost at the 
point where it could really be "any day".

Luv that statement Adam ... Thanks, and Thanks to ALL the Mods

[DinarThug]

10 minutes ago, wizard1 said:

I sent it via my g-mail so I don't have any idea why I am being ignored.

Dude, Ur A Wizard - Just Use Ur Mirror Mirror On The Wall !

   

 

[TexasMike1958]

How in the name of all that good and decent can we expect something on the HCL in the next week or two when they only meet for a few hours one day and then take a week off???  And its not a one time thing, its been consistent since coming back from their Ramadan holiday???

[olivesman]

21 minutes ago, seks said:

but I strongly feel like we're almost at the 
point where it could really be "any day".

Luv that statement Adam ... Thanks, and Thanks to ALL the Mods

DITTO!

TRUE DAT!

LUV LUV THAT STATEMENT !

LET'S HAVE A PLEASANT SURPRISE !

[Laid Back]

Thanks for the update Sir.!

This is my personal opinion;

- The battle to liberate the city of Mosul still going on

- The ministerial cabinet is not completed yet

- Important laws still on the table to be approved 

I believe Iraq will take the rest of 2016 to finish everything, and 2017 will be the year to see Iraq going international with a tradable currency.

Go security 

Go Stability 

Go complete ministerial cabinet

Go 2017

Go RV

 

 

 

 

 

 

[DinarThug]

30 minutes ago, Laid Back said:

Go 2017

Go RV

Go Trick Or Treat - Smell My Feet !

         (see his avatar)

          

 

[Synopsis]

1 hour ago, wizard1 said:

Hi Adam, sorry to contact you this way but I have forwarded your e-mail reply to your office several times as you instructed and Have yet to receive a reply. I sent it via my g-mail so I don't have any idea why I am being ignored.

Regards

Hi Wizard1,

If it is any consolation, I have tried to get a response, too, over a week ago using an email account I had always used successfully prior.  I prefer to think Adam and all the DV team are getting things saucered and blown for the upcoming switch flip.  As such, I am OK with being ignored (well sort of) understanding that they do a Superman's (or Superwoman's as the case may be) job for us now and getting things ready for us (hopefully very soon).  If nothing else, if they are on vacation, it is certainly well deserved!

Best Regards!

          

[Pepperina]

 I prefer to think Adam and all the DV team are getting things saucered and blown for the upcoming switch flip.  As such, I am OK with being ignored (well sort of) understanding that they do a Superman's (or Superwoman's as the case may be) job for us now and getting things ready for us (hopefully very soon).  If nothing else, if they are on vacation, it is certainly well deserved!

Here Here ! ! !!    Well Said...Synopsis ! !    

[Synopsis]

10 minutes ago, Pepperina said:

 I prefer to think Adam and all the DV team are getting things saucered and blown for the upcoming switch flip.  As such, I am OK with being ignored (well sort of) understanding that they do a Superman's (or Superwoman's as the case may be) job for us now and getting things ready for us (hopefully very soon).  If nothing else, if they are on vacation, it is certainly well deserved!

Here Here ! ! !!    Well Said...Synopsis ! !    

The Best to You, Pepperina!

                    

[Adam Montana]

3 hours ago, wizard1 said:

Hi Adam, sorry to contact you this way but I have forwarded your e-mail reply to your office several times as you instructed and Have yet to receive a reply. I sent it via my g-mail so I don't have any idea why I am being ignored.

Regards

I'm not sure who you are emailing but the support emails are working.

I also just tested the Support tab on this site and it works as well. Please give that one a shot.  

[Freedomwish]

For the purpose of ongoing communication in this particular thread......you all already had me at "Adam and all the DV team are getting things saucered and blown for the upcoming switch flip." 

Flip that darn switch Iraq!!!  FLIP THAT DARN SWITCH AND COME OUT WITH THAT GOOD OL' HCL!! 

Back to my happy hour whiskey drink, thank you very much lol 

[WISKY291]

Thanks Adam

[Synopsis]

4 hours ago, Freedomwish said:

For the purpose of ongoing communication in this particular thread......you all already had me at "Adam and all the DV team are getting things saucered and blown for the upcoming switch flip." 

Flip that darn switch Iraq!!!  FLIP THAT DARN SWITCH AND COME OUT WITH THAT GOOD OL' HCL!! 

Back to my happy hour whiskey drink, thank you very much lol 

Oh, Yeah, FreedomWish!!!  The wait may not be much longer the way they have been talking!

[wildeman]

Thanks Adam. Looking good.

 

[sandfly]

THANKS ADAM

[Stumpy]

Thanks Mr. Adam!

[DANar]

I'm not going to call the deed "done" yet, but I strongly feel like we're almost at the 
point where it could really be "any day"

Is that to replace the old standard comment of "soon"!  lol

[Bull man]

Thanks Adam things are getting exciteing thanks for all you do👍👍👍