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Kate Hudson's Near NSFW Slip At AMAs (PHOTOS)
Commented Nov 23, 2009 at 06:34:28 in Entertainment
“She should get a buzz cut and let those adorable ears stick out even more!”
9/11 Defendants Want Platform For Views, Will Plead Not Guilty: Lawyer
Commented Nov 22, 2009 at 18:09:31 in Politics
“Wait a minute, we've already had trial by media, trial by secretive presidentially appointed commission, and the forensic evidence has been examined 3rd hand by popular mechanics, Isn't that how our legal system works?”
Kids Reenact The First Thanksgiving With Smallpox Blankets And Whiskey (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 21:34:48 in Comedy
“It's not the "literal" truth, any more than the standard American history about peaceful love-filled thanksgivings between pilgrims and Native Americans, but it does introduce concepts that are true in American history. One of which is that Europeans spread disease among Native Americans sometime deliberately.
You are concentrating on the minutia instead of recognizing the bigger picture.”
You are concentrating on the minutia instead of recognizing the bigger picture.”
Inhofe To Boxer: 'We Won, You Lost, Get A Life' (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 21:28:02 in Politics
“India is a huge producer of cow methane, precisely because the DON'T kill cows.”
whatsthatsound replied on Nov 21, 2009 at 22:12:43
“totally not following you. If we stop producing (terrible word that, as we are talking about living creatures, not machines) cattle for food, there will be, follow me here, LESS COWS, right?
Who cares what the Indians do; this is about what WE can do!”
Who cares what the Indians do; this is about what WE can do!”
Kids Reenact The First Thanksgiving With Smallpox Blankets And Whiskey (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 02:12:21 in Comedy
“Maybe he could visit a turkey processing plant a la Sarah Palin.”
Kids Reenact The First Thanksgiving With Smallpox Blankets And Whiskey (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 01:47:22 in Comedy
“I wouldn't say "all" many were Dutch, German, French, Spanish and Swiss.”
Pem3 replied on Nov 21, 2009 at 02:04:49
“I was speaking of the Pilgram part in the history.”
Kids Reenact The First Thanksgiving With Smallpox Blankets And Whiskey (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 01:42:35 in Comedy
“Oh, so we should let them be brainwashed into ignorance? I think kids are able to handle a lot more quote on quote "offensive" and "controversial" material (which incidentally turns out to be true) than we give them credit for.
Telling children the truth about American history is a far cry from exposing them to pornography or graphic violence.”
Telling children the truth about American history is a far cry from exposing them to pornography or graphic violence.”
Pem3 replied on Nov 21, 2009 at 02:03:05
“And what part of that play was historically accurate portrayal of the Pilgrams' and there time period?
If I found any one exposing children to Pornography they would not be around to do it a second time, rest asured.
When you want to expose children to something wait until they are old enough to understand what they a be told to do.
We should not use children to express our views.”
If I found any one exposing children to Pornography they would not be around to do it a second time, rest asured.
When you want to expose children to something wait until they are old enough to understand what they a be told to do.
We should not use children to express our views.”
Alyssa Bustamante, Slaying Suspect, Said Hobby Was 'Killing People'
Commented Nov 21, 2009 at 01:03:56 in Home
“You are right, but does the understanding that boys are more likely to commit crimes lead you to believe that crimes committed by females are more forgivable, and that males are less forgivable, even if the specific crime is "equal" in it's severity?
It seems to me that societies recognition of females as the more "peaceful" gender kind of lets women off the hook when they do commit violent actions, and we are more likely to write boys off for eternity if they make wrong choices (even excluding violent activities)”
It seems to me that societies recognition of females as the more "peaceful" gender kind of lets women off the hook when they do commit violent actions, and we are more likely to write boys off for eternity if they make wrong choices (even excluding violent activities)”
Alyssa Bustamante, Slaying Suspect, Said Hobby Was 'Killing People'
Commented Nov 20, 2009 at 10:13:31 in Home
“Just wondering if their would be as many empathetic comments if the killer was a fifteen year old boy? Or if we've been so conditioned to believe that females are incapable of violent thoughts or motivations that we can't believe that a girl of this age might actually be a sociopath capable of murder?”
riona replied on Nov 20, 2009 at 10:21:11
“Obviously they are not incapable. But, it's more common that boys commit violent crimes. Probably because of the way they are socialized and hormones. Who knows. Maybe there are just some bad apples out there.”
slinkymom replied on Nov 20, 2009 at 10:18:01
“I would feel the same no matter the sex. I believe children are very much victims of their environment and how they are treated. Children that are seriously abused and neglected are very much at risk for developing anti-social behaviors.
My heart breaks for both children in this situation. As much as this girls actions horrify me, I cannot wonder what she has lived through to cause her to become so damaged.”
My heart breaks for both children in this situation. As much as this girls actions horrify me, I cannot wonder what she has lived through to cause her to become so damaged.”
Poll: Majority Of Republicans Don't Think Obama Won 2008 Election
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 18:01:55 in Politics
“Well, considering he has a whole party of village idiots to run against, I'd say he has at least a decent shot.”
Maersk Alabama Attacked By Pirates Again
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 09:57:31 in World
“The point is that poverty breeds criminality, and that point is not a defense of criminality, but you took it as such.
The fact that you leaped to that conclusion, is condescending, and at least as insulting as anything I said to either you or "Saint James."
I'm sorry but was St. James the patron saint of callousness to 3rd world countries effected by 1st and 2nd world industrial pollution?”
The fact that you leaped to that conclusion, is condescending, and at least as insulting as anything I said to either you or "Saint James."
I'm sorry but was St. James the patron saint of callousness to 3rd world countries effected by 1st and 2nd world industrial pollution?”
Maersk Alabama Attacked By Pirates Again
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 09:48:00 in World
“The point is not that you have no right to respond to what I said but that you had nothing relevant to add. So your "correction" of me was substance-less, condescending, off-topic and generally insulting in that it imputed ignorance that was not justified by the content of my post.
In other words, you insulted me with your condescension prior to my characterization of you as a ninny.”
In other words, you insulted me with your condescension prior to my characterization of you as a ninny.”
American Family Association's "War On Christmas" Gap Boycott Is A Fatwa Fail
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 05:15:39 in Media
“Every year during the Holiday season, some very smug self-satisfied people pointedly wish me a "Merry Christmas" at my job. I really don't mind if someone wishes me a "Merry Christmas" but as I said they do it pointedly. I'm always tempted to respond with, 'please don't wish me "Merry Christmas" I don't celebrate that holiday'. After all if they can dictate the holiday greetings they receive, can't I as well?”
FOX News Interview With Obama Follows A 'Lightning Round' Format (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 19, 2009 at 05:06:19 in Media
“the "one voice" of a bunch of cowards”
Maersk Alabama Attacked By Pirates Again
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 17:45:18 in World
“Would you argue that the OP had a more comprehensive understanding of the situation than I do?
The point is that he characterized the Somalis as "killing every living thing" within their borders, which (at least in terms of the marine life which is germane to this discussion) couldn't be further from the truth.
Unless you are trying to tell me that the Somali fishermen, or Somali pirates have more impact on the marine habitat than the international commercial fishers who exploit Somalia's political discord, or the polluters who destroy it's marine life, I'm not in dispute with you.
In short your point is neither relevant to what i said nor is it contradictory, so you've only succeeded in making yourself appear an ass.”
The point is that he characterized the Somalis as "killing every living thing" within their borders, which (at least in terms of the marine life which is germane to this discussion) couldn't be further from the truth.
Unless you are trying to tell me that the Somali fishermen, or Somali pirates have more impact on the marine habitat than the international commercial fishers who exploit Somalia's political discord, or the polluters who destroy it's marine life, I'm not in dispute with you.
In short your point is neither relevant to what i said nor is it contradictory, so you've only succeeded in making yourself appear an ass.”
Yank in France replied on Nov 19, 2009 at 10:33:42
“ST, please just calm down a little bit; I did NOT say or even infer that you were condoning criminal behavior at all. I absolutely do NOT believe that is what you were saying.
And I agree that there is a link between poverty and criminal or violent behavior, but my point is that that link is not as linear or as causal you seem to believe.
We are talking about honest differences in perception and analysis. I am not here to get anyone upset, whether they agree with me or not.
Have a good day.”
And I agree that there is a link between poverty and criminal or violent behavior, but my point is that that link is not as linear or as causal you seem to believe.
We are talking about honest differences in perception and analysis. I am not here to get anyone upset, whether they agree with me or not.
Have a good day.”
Yank in France replied on Nov 19, 2009 at 01:53:48
“I did not defend the entirety of what OM said, but was reacting to what you said:
"THe fact is that the Somalis have turned to piracy because their fishing waters HAVE been devastated by other nations who infringe on Somali water rights and dump toxic chemicals in the area."
I think St James has answered you more than adequately, and there is no need be to insulting.”
"THe fact is that the Somalis have turned to piracy because their fishing waters HAVE been devastated by other nations who infringe on Somali water rights and dump toxic chemicals in the area."
I think St James has answered you more than adequately, and there is no need be to insulting.”
Maersk Alabama Attacked By Pirates Again
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 17:33:39 in World
“Your "reality check" is a joke. The original post stated "I am sure the Somalians (sic) have destroyed and eradicated every living creature for miles around their border" and you come along to defend that odious comment?
I've read about the Somali pirates and they, like other criminals, are attracted to piracy for the money women and adventure - and the lack of other opportunities. This is caused, at least in part, by the fact that their waters have been exploited and polluted for years by other countries.
Despite your self-righteous comments I wasn't excusing the behavior of the pirates, but merely recognizing that the previous posters comments were FACTUALLY WRONG.
Then you came along like a self-righteous ninny and inserted yourself as if you had something relevant to say. Butt out.”
I've read about the Somali pirates and they, like other criminals, are attracted to piracy for the money women and adventure - and the lack of other opportunities. This is caused, at least in part, by the fact that their waters have been exploited and polluted for years by other countries.
Despite your self-righteous comments I wasn't excusing the behavior of the pirates, but merely recognizing that the previous posters comments were FACTUALLY WRONG.
Then you came along like a self-righteous ninny and inserted yourself as if you had something relevant to say. Butt out.”
StJames replied on Nov 18, 2009 at 21:30:36
“In an attempt to relieve you of your ignorance, I shall point out that this is not a private conversation between you and whomever. If someone misses your point it is not necessary for you to become belligerent in order to make your case. Nor do you have the right to tell anyone to 'butt out'
If there is a self-righteous ninny on this thread, it's you.”
If there is a self-righteous ninny on this thread, it's you.”
Joethepauper replied on Nov 18, 2009 at 18:21:22
“I'm with you, STParker. Most of the people commenting on this story don't have a clue. They just think the Somalis were bored one day and said: "Let's go a pirating....Arrrgh!"
I'd like to know what the Maersk was hauling. Maybe the reason it was excluded from the story is the same reason it has been attacked multiple times. The most important part of the story is the cargo. Without that, it's just : Pirates=bad Maersk=good
If we found out, for instance they were dumping benzene or supplying warlords with weapons (especially if those weapons weren't made in the good ol' U.S.A.), people might rethink their animosity.”
I'd like to know what the Maersk was hauling. Maybe the reason it was excluded from the story is the same reason it has been attacked multiple times. The most important part of the story is the cargo. Without that, it's just : Pirates=bad Maersk=good
If we found out, for instance they were dumping benzene or supplying warlords with weapons (especially if those weapons weren't made in the good ol' U.S.A.), people might rethink their animosity.”
Maersk Alabama Attacked By Pirates Again
Commented Nov 18, 2009 at 09:48:42 in World
“That's a pretty ignorant comment to make. THe fact is that the Somalis have turned to piracy because their fishing waters HAVE been devastated by other nations who infringe on Somali water rights and dump toxic chemicals in the area.”
Yank in France replied on Nov 18, 2009 at 10:26:07
“I find your answer less than satisfying. Somaia is a poor country, but it has also be struggling with civil war for over 20 years now, and that is not the fault of shipping companies or foreign fisherman. There are real problems there, and it is true that foreign fishermen surely collect more fish than do the primitive Somali boats, but if that were a justification for piracy, then the whole world should target Japanese and Spanish vessels for these are the biggest fish haulers and consumers (per capita) in the world!!
In point of fact, the sea pirates are only doing what the land "pirates" have been doing for years in Somalia: sacking and pillaging. The only difference is that the booty is bigger in the sea and the resistance softer.”
In point of fact, the sea pirates are only doing what the land "pirates" have been doing for years in Somalia: sacking and pillaging. The only difference is that the booty is bigger in the sea and the resistance softer.”
StJames replied on Nov 18, 2009 at 10:07:09
“So the millions they have collected in ransoms hasn't even begun to cover the enormous profits they earned as fishermen? And none of the pirates are living like kings while other Somalis still starve? Take a reality check ...this is criminal behavior and needs to be treated as such.”
Ron Artest's "Afghan Women": Lakers Star Releases New Song (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 11:15:27 in Local
“That was pretty hilarious. Fanned.”
Liberal Elitism? No. Some People Are, Sadly, Stupid
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 11:11:35 in Politics
“THe difference would be that you can "frame an issue" in order to obfuscate the truth or in order to illuminate it.
It's like saying that a teacher who teaches differently to educate students with different learning styles is the same as an ad executive who changes his pitch to appeal to different demographics.”
It's like saying that a teacher who teaches differently to educate students with different learning styles is the same as an ad executive who changes his pitch to appeal to different demographics.”
Liberal Elitism? No. Some People Are, Sadly, Stupid
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 11:01:17 in Politics
“YEA! It's not like capital would screw over labor.”
Snowball replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 21:46:11
“Hehe, thanks!”
Lady Gaga's 'Bad Romance' Video: Lingerie, Nudity, Vodka & Murder (WATCH)
Commented Nov 10, 2009 at 19:59:31 in Entertainment
“Fischerspooner did it better.”
Khirad replied on Nov 10, 2009 at 20:25:40
“THANK YOU!!! I was thinking the exact same thought!!!”
SNL Mocks Fox's Election Coverage, Glenn Beck's Spelling Problems (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 08, 2009 at 09:51:38 in Comedy
“Pretty good impressions. Bill Hader's Shep Smith was good, except he played it too smarmy.
Nonetheless very funny, not laugh out loud hilarity, but funny nonetheless.”
Nonetheless very funny, not laugh out loud hilarity, but funny nonetheless.”
Elizabeth Lambert : New Mexico Soccer Player Suspended For Hair-Pulling (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 07, 2009 at 06:28:49 in Sports
“remember Zinedine Zidane head-butt?”
Hany Farid, Dartmouth Scientist, Says Controversial Oswald Rifle Photo Real
Commented Nov 06, 2009 at 14:28:25 in Politics
“but he did drugs so he's automatically a leftist.”
ManufacturedDissent replied on Nov 06, 2009 at 15:47:50
“right, right, I forgot about the drugs and leftist connection (of course with an oxy contin exception) lol.”
Yankees Win World Series: New York Beats Phillies For Record 27th Championship
Commented Nov 05, 2009 at 16:36:45 in New York
“Where's the hate? I was just interjecting a point of fact into the discussion. Not only are not all baseball players millionaires, but in fact MOST aren't.
There was no Philly boosterism.
It was a simple statement of fact. BTW here are a few others: The yankees average salary per player (as of opening day): $5,200,000 the Oakland Athletics: $410,000 - only $20,000 over the league minimum of $390,000.”
There was no Philly boosterism.
It was a simple statement of fact. BTW here are a few others: The yankees average salary per player (as of opening day): $5,200,000 the Oakland Athletics: $410,000 - only $20,000 over the league minimum of $390,000.”
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