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Are You Persistent Or Just Stubborn?
Commented Dec 14, 2009 at 20:15:00 in Living
“and repetitive, also :)”
Tiger's Brand Bogey
Commented Dec 07, 2009 at 02:54:09 in Media
“correction: In the 2nd paragraph, I meant to write "NOW" instead of "NOT."”
Tiger's Brand Bogey
Commented Dec 07, 2009 at 02:51:41 in Media
“What goes on Tiger's private life should have no effect on his professional life. He is one great golfer. Unfortunately, his private life is now becoming very public, and this new Tiger will force some major corporations to reconsider the efficacy of their endorsement, and their continued association with him.
Some of the current advertisements hawking Tiger Woods in major magazines are not, totally inappropriate. They won't run again. Welcome to the new paradigm.
It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently -- Warren Buffett”
Some of the current advertisements hawking Tiger Woods in major magazines are not, totally inappropriate. They won't run again. Welcome to the new paradigm.
It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently -- Warren Buffett”
Will Gay Troops Get to Join the Debate About Their Own Service to America?
Commented Dec 05, 2009 at 00:31:02 in Politics
“To William L: Military objectives are not always what is best for the country.
The United States as a country, and Americans as a people, would have been much better off had we never ventured into Iraq or Vietnam.
When tens of millions of American people are opposed to a war, it is usually for a good reason. Eventually, the reasons for their opposition become evident.”
The United States as a country, and Americans as a people, would have been much better off had we never ventured into Iraq or Vietnam.
When tens of millions of American people are opposed to a war, it is usually for a good reason. Eventually, the reasons for their opposition become evident.”
Borders Grasps at Circuit City Gameplan
Commented Dec 04, 2009 at 14:22:20 in Books
“Back in the days of VHS rental, there was a chain store that displayed all of their videotapes in alphabetical order, no matter what the genre. I complained about the lunacy of that system, only to be told that it gave customers exposure to more films, than if they were separated in various genre.
Of course, that chain's ignorance about customer's preferences forced it into bankruptcy long before the dawn of DVDs.
Will this same strategy be a death knell for Border's? We'll see.”
Of course, that chain's ignorance about customer's preferences forced it into bankruptcy long before the dawn of DVDs.
Will this same strategy be a death knell for Border's? We'll see.”
Will Gay Troops Get to Join the Debate About Their Own Service to America?
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 23:24:55 in Politics
“I thought the draft worked pretty well in Vietnam, because without the draft, the war might have gone on for much longer. I think if we, as a country, are initially told the truth about a situation, rather than being lied to, as we were in Vietnam and Iraq, you just might find enough people who would be willing to serve their country.
However, since we were heavily lied to (in both Iraq and Vietnam) the real burden is on the volunteer army to do more than their share. If the economy were in better shape now, the military would not be nearly as popular.
End the war, and bring back the draft, and make everyone serve. Hopefully, we'll have fewer useless wars, e.g., Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, Iraq. etc.”
However, since we were heavily lied to (in both Iraq and Vietnam) the real burden is on the volunteer army to do more than their share. If the economy were in better shape now, the military would not be nearly as popular.
End the war, and bring back the draft, and make everyone serve. Hopefully, we'll have fewer useless wars, e.g., Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, Iraq. etc.”
1logicalthinker replied on Dec 05, 2009 at 00:31:02
“To William L: Military objectives are not always what is best for the country.
The United States as a country, and Americans as a people, would have been much better off had we never ventured into Iraq or Vietnam.
When tens of millions of American people are opposed to a war, it is usually for a good reason. Eventually, the reasons for their opposition become evident.”
The United States as a country, and Americans as a people, would have been much better off had we never ventured into Iraq or Vietnam.
When tens of millions of American people are opposed to a war, it is usually for a good reason. Eventually, the reasons for their opposition become evident.”
WilliamL replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 23:41:28
“Achieving military objectives and cultivating civilian opposition to foriegn combat opperations, war-are too different things.
Advocating the draft in order to end a war you do not agree with in interesting. Self serving and counter to achieving military objectives but is interesting.”
Advocating the draft in order to end a war you do not agree with in interesting. Self serving and counter to achieving military objectives but is interesting.”
Will Gay Troops Get to Join the Debate About Their Own Service to America?
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 02:07:17 in Politics
“It seemed to work ok in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Of course, there was a much greater sacrifice among the general population due to having people from all walks of life. I say bring it back. Then we'll see a much larger anti-war movement.”
WilliamL replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 12:34:46
“You can not lumb WWII and Korea and Vietnam into the same pile. It def. did not work so well in Veitnam.
Your concerns are an "anit-war" movement and not an effective military.
If you have ever had a conversation with an active duty, career military, you would know that the last thing they want to do is deal with a draftee who does not want to be there.
An effective military and an "effective" anti-war movement are two different things.
You can not blame the lack of an anti-war movement due to the lack of a draft.
If anything, there is no draft, there are plenty of people with plenty of time to conduct anti-war actions.”
Your concerns are an "anit-war" movement and not an effective military.
If you have ever had a conversation with an active duty, career military, you would know that the last thing they want to do is deal with a draftee who does not want to be there.
An effective military and an "effective" anti-war movement are two different things.
You can not blame the lack of an anti-war movement due to the lack of a draft.
If anything, there is no draft, there are plenty of people with plenty of time to conduct anti-war actions.”
Will Gay Troops Get to Join the Debate About Their Own Service to America?
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 02:03:13 in Politics
“Thanks for an excellent post, and for 20 years of service.”
Arianna On "Morning Joe": War Is Not A Right-Left Issue (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 02, 2009 at 12:53:55 in Politics
“I remember it well, and I would have gladly voted for Dennis Kucinich, if given the chance.”
Memo to Warren Buffett: Put Down the Pom-Poms and Tell Us the Truth About the Economy
Commented Nov 17, 2009 at 00:53:23 in Business
“to interoctave: Had I even made six figures, I would have saved at least 50%. I never even came close to that, but I managed to save at least 15% of my income each year for over 20 years, and I haven't made a car payment in over 27 years. It can be done if you budget properly, and don't try to impress your neighbors. I hope you find work soon, but my questions are, when you were making six figures, did you spend a lot more than you saved? Did you think it would last forever?”
interoctave replied on Nov 17, 2009 at 02:37:48
“To 1logicalthinker:
You wrote: "...when you were making six figures, did you spend a lot more than you saved? Did you think it would last forever?"
I could get into the details of the costs of living in California on one paycheck, or I could add that my wife has been diagnosed by MS, and I could go over my budget and expenses with you over the last twenty years. But to look at what I saying above and ask "Did you think it would last forever?" shows that you are both missing the point and attempting to place blame. I believe your intentions are good, but I find your question slightly insulting as well as naive.”
You wrote: "...when you were making six figures, did you spend a lot more than you saved? Did you think it would last forever?"
I could get into the details of the costs of living in California on one paycheck, or I could add that my wife has been diagnosed by MS, and I could go over my budget and expenses with you over the last twenty years. But to look at what I saying above and ask "Did you think it would last forever?" shows that you are both missing the point and attempting to place blame. I believe your intentions are good, but I find your question slightly insulting as well as naive.”
Memo to Warren Buffett: Put Down the Pom-Poms and Tell Us the Truth About the Economy
Commented Nov 17, 2009 at 00:31:22 in Business
“If you think Warren Buffett does not pay taxes you have a problem.”
Media Fail: Kimberly Munley Did Not Bring Down Fort Hood Killer
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 00:27:41 in Media
“A bird in the hand is worth two Bush's, both named George.”
Is the Recession Over?
Commented Sep 20, 2009 at 01:38:48 in Politics
“Jobless recovery? That's like when you go into a restaurant and the only thing on the menu is a calorie-free meal, consisting of a vegetarian steak with a glass of dehydrated water, but now you're supposed to feel full ;)”
Is the Recession Over?
Commented Sep 20, 2009 at 01:30:29 in Politics
“While I have the utmost respect for Senator Bernie Sanders, I don't think he is the "only honest man in Congress." I think Dennis Kucinich is also an honest man.”
New TIME Cover on Glenn Beck Ignores Facts, and Worse
Commented Sep 17, 2009 at 20:23:31 in Media
“Glenn Beck's mother never broke him of that habit, probably because she was fighting her own demons. She committed suicide.”
Stand Up, Max Baucus
Commented Aug 21, 2009 at 01:31:35 in Politics
“What an awesome link!!!!! Now I know why the public option is having so much trouble, with all of the insurance companies giving money to both Democrats and Rethuglicans.
Thanks. I'll be using this website a lot in the future.”
Thanks. I'll be using this website a lot in the future.”
An Angel In Queens, New York: School Bus Driver Responsible For 70,000 Hot Meals And Counting...(Video)
Commented Aug 02, 2009 at 19:19:57 in Living
“to humaneismyth:
“We must become the change we want to see.” Mahatma Gandhi”
“We must become the change we want to see.” Mahatma Gandhi”
hp blogger Toan Lam replied on Aug 03, 2009 at 01:21:44
“One of my favorite quotes.”
An Angel In Queens, New York: School Bus Driver Responsible For 70,000 Hot Meals And Counting...(Video)
Commented Aug 02, 2009 at 19:16:23 in Living
“Lou Dobbs would only do this if he could see the birth certificate first :)”
TrooAmerican replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 19:46:56
“I'll bet lots of conservative christian wealthy white men ignore those needy people everyday driving to their pompous positions in wall street firms in their cars that cost obscene amounts of money.
then go to church each sunday to make more business contacts. Just like Dobbs.”
then go to church each sunday to make more business contacts. Just like Dobbs.”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 01:47:17 in Politics
“Evidently, Socalbuddy left the building, and does not want to answer the conspiracy quiz :)”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 01:39:47 in Politics
“Great video! Thanks for the link.”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 01:22:11 in Politics
“If, in your words, "all the pictures showing it so are taken from ONE SIDE" then how do you know it is flattened and slightly bent? Did YOU turn it over?”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 26, 2009 at 01:18:06 in Politics
“SonofLiberty1 wrote "It's been 45 years... We've had 2 Democrats in the White House and now we have a 3rd sitting Democratic President"
45 years ago was 1964,
In 1964, Johnson (a Democrat) was President (1)
In 1977, Carter (a Democrat) was President (2)
In 1993, Clinton (a Democrat) was President (3)
in 2009, Obama (a Democrat) is President (4)”
45 years ago was 1964,
In 1964, Johnson (a Democrat) was President (1)
In 1977, Carter (a Democrat) was President (2)
In 1993, Clinton (a Democrat) was President (3)
in 2009, Obama (a Democrat) is President (4)”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 25, 2009 at 03:59:30 in Politics
“If, as you say, you "can't detect a factual statement" in swerver's post, clearly it is because you have no knowledge of the facts, or perhaps the only book you read on the subject is "Case Closed" by Gerald POSnER, which is the ultimate disinformation about JFK's assassination.”
beelzabubbleboy replied on Jul 25, 2009 at 04:57:20
“ABSOLUTELY ! These twits who read Posner and nothing else have deluded themselves into thinking they're educated on the matter and the rest of us are dolts and yet they dont know even 5% of the facts of the case!!!”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 25, 2009 at 03:52:12 in Politics
“Mr. X was L. Fletcher Prouty, who never met Garrison, but actually had met Oliver Stone prior to making the film. Stone used artistic license in placing X in the film. Prouty's book "The Secret Team," is an excellent read.”
JFK and the Unspeakable
Commented Jul 25, 2009 at 03:48:17 in Politics
“socal buddy, You don't believe in conspiracies? Here's your test.
Please tell me which of the following was not a conspiracy?
1. 9/11 attacks
2. Watergate break-in and cover-up
3. Iran-Contra
4. Lincoln's assassination”
Please tell me which of the following was not a conspiracy?
1. 9/11 attacks
2. Watergate break-in and cover-up
3. Iran-Contra
4. Lincoln's assassination”
1logicalthinker replied on Jul 26, 2009 at 01:47:17
“Evidently, Socalbuddy left the building, and does not want to answer the conspiracy quiz :)”
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