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Strong Clerical Support for a Woman's Right to Choose Does Exist
Commented Dec 08, 2009 at 00:10:25 in Politics
“On the flip side, there are also pro-life atheists.”
soisay replied on Dec 08, 2009 at 08:57:32
“They must all drive to the rally in one car.”
It's a Helluva State
Commented Dec 04, 2009 at 14:59:40 in New York
“I wouldn't worry too much---even though the people/elected officials always vote against gay marriage, judges will overrule them. So, if you're in favor of gay marriage, just wait a bit. It'll be legal once the judges rule on high. Happens every time.”
The Republican Way: Keeping Everything The Way It Is
Commented Nov 24, 2009 at 14:41:04 in Politics
“Anyone else hear the news that the census worker who was found hanged committed suicide? I was just over at the huffpo's original article about it, and to read all the nasty, jumping-to
SaltySaltillo replied on Nov 24, 2009 at 15:01:04
“I still blame right wing lunatics.”
Is Science Just a New Religion?
Commented Nov 04, 2009 at 14:25:29 in Living
“"Science is riddled with doubt, and religion is completely founded on faith."
Religion is also riddled with doubt. Doubting Thomas, Peter having little faith in the sea and sinking, Judas betraying Jesus, and most of the Apostles abandoning Jesus when he was arrested.
Also, in some respects, science can be like religion. Climate change for example. Or String Theory, which is not yet testable, and based on conjecture and faith.”
Religion is also riddled with doubt. Doubting Thomas, Peter having little faith in the sea and sinking, Judas betraying Jesus, and most of the Apostles abandoning Jesus when he was arrested.
Also, in some respects, science can be like religion. Climate change for example. Or String Theory, which is not yet testable, and based on conjecture and faith.”
TonyMbutu replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 16:00:48
“These things you point to aren't doubts, in the manner used in the article, because they are characteristics of the characters in the bible story.”
COPerez replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 15:46:09
“Doubt in science is part of the process; it's how science progresses by exploring around that doubt. In religion, doubt is failure; with success being the renunciation of doubt. Not at all the same thing.
And just to pick one of your examples of science being like religion: String Theory. While it's not "testable," which you likely mean as unverifiable, it does work - in some respects - as a "testable" theory. That has explanatory powers for certain phenomena. Testing known processes against it's predictions can either strengthen or weaken these explanatory powers. Those who are "good and faithful" believe what they've been told REGARDLESS of evidence or facts to the contrary.”
And just to pick one of your examples of science being like religion: String Theory. While it's not "testable," which you likely mean as unverifiable, it does work - in some respects - as a "testable" theory. That has explanatory powers for certain phenomena. Testing known processes against it's predictions can either strengthen or weaken these explanatory powers. Those who are "good and faithful" believe what they've been told REGARDLESS of evidence or facts to the contrary.”
RealityBaseCamp replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 15:44:49
“Excuse me, but aren't those all fictional straw men intended to "prove" the need to cling to faith?”
valkyrie607 replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 15:38:47
“Climate change denialists love to accuse scientists of promoting the theory of climate change as requiring some sort of unfounded faith. It doesn't. The evidence is out there for you to review. If you review it and come to the conclusion that the evidence doesn't support the theory, that's fine. But nobody is asking you to accept the theory on faith. Only people who never take the time to review the evidence comprehensively ever make that silly accusation.”
SusanStoHelit replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 15:29:54
“In religion, doubt is a bad thing - just as you illustrate. In science, doubt is a good thing, the only thing.
And no, theories that cannot be 100% proven are not remotely like religious beliefs. If something comes up to disprove string theory, climate change, or even something as essential as the concept that the earth goes around the sun - the better option will win. For a religion - any new concept must be rejected - if proof surfaced that Jesus was not Mary and Joseph's son - religions would reject that proof, because belief is more important than the facts. Science would accept that proof. That's the difference.
Religion hates doubt, condemns doubt. Science embraces doubt.”
And no, theories that cannot be 100% proven are not remotely like religious beliefs. If something comes up to disprove string theory, climate change, or even something as essential as the concept that the earth goes around the sun - the better option will win. For a religion - any new concept must be rejected - if proof surfaced that Jesus was not Mary and Joseph's son - religions would reject that proof, because belief is more important than the facts. Science would accept that proof. That's the difference.
Religion hates doubt, condemns doubt. Science embraces doubt.”
willowranch replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 14:59:41
“While I get your point that religion is riddled with doubt--you gave some good examples--I was not aware that climate change is like a religion!!! You lost me there.”
The Moral Ferocity of Eating Animals
Commented Oct 29, 2009 at 14:13:51 in Books
“Depends on the person. Some people do not care much about their diet and live into their 80s. For others, the diet kills them.”
The Moral Ferocity of Eating Animals
Commented Oct 29, 2009 at 03:03:39 in Books
“I see it as a person's right to choose to eat animals. Yes, it can be a tough decision---and people do not take these decisions lightly, so don't judge them---but in the end it is a private decision best made within a family or between a person and his trusted nutritionist.”
belyeu replied on Oct 29, 2009 at 03:28:32
“I made my decision to eat meat at McDonald's. It's not a hard choice that requires careful decision making or debate.”
HuffPost Editor Roy Sekoff On Joy Behar Show Debates Reagan Vs. Obama: Who Deserved Peace Prize? (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 13, 2009 at 03:32:13 in Politics
“I don't know about Reagan getting it, but Obama does not deserve one, at least not yet. He is good at talking the talk, but now he needs to get something done. I think this hurts the credibility of the award.”
Genius and Young Flesh
Commented Sep 29, 2009 at 21:06:32 in Entertainment
“Read the article---it's only an issue among the "sophisticated" elitists. we're just the poor and ignorant hoi polloi.”
CCreek replied on Sep 29, 2009 at 21:45:44
“Hey -- where can I get my Hoi Polloi membership card?...”
Charles Shackelford replied on Sep 29, 2009 at 21:28:30
“If the name fits......
Rare AP Photo Captures Deadly Attack on U.S. Marine in Afghanistan -- Pentagon Protests
Commented Sep 07, 2009 at 02:00:22 in Media
“The rationale for publishing the photo was that it shows the "grimness" of war. Um...ok. There are a lot of "grim" things in life that we don't publish. Photos of abortion are not posted all over the MSM or in AP photos. Sorry, but the reasoning was incredibly weak and it's even worse that they published it over the wishes of the family.
Just plain wrong.”
Just plain wrong.”
mongoose63124 replied on Sep 07, 2009 at 16:18:15
“agreed, been posting the abortion comment, have been censored thus far”
Kumbaya, Not Kevorkian, Will Kill Grandma
Commented Aug 24, 2009 at 16:14:36 in Media
“"and if liberalism had the stomach to confront evil"
Modern liberalism in a nutshell.”
Modern liberalism in a nutshell.”
Michael Vick: Black Sheep or Scapegoat on Animal Rights?
Commented Aug 23, 2009 at 16:40:05 in Green
“or like the million kids killed in the womb each year. but they're just tiny human beings, so it's ok apparently”
ckdogs replied on Aug 23, 2009 at 23:02:36
“They are not "kids". They are a few cells that are potential human beings. Even those of us who favor abortion rights do not "like" abortion. Each decision is painful - but is sometimes the correct decision. One size does not fit all.”
ruth606 replied on Aug 23, 2009 at 22:20:17
“It's so easy for so many to simply call that a choice. Repeatedly.”
New Rule: A-hole in One Shouldn't Be Obama's Game
Commented Aug 15, 2009 at 02:08:57 in Comedy
“Can't you just imagine his voice while reading this?
Incidentally, I'm surprised he's been duped by the global warming thing.”
Incidentally, I'm surprised he's been duped by the global warming thing.”
ccairnes replied on Aug 15, 2009 at 12:02:40
“He never said anything about global warming. He's referring to the climate problem. Too much CO2 in the atmosphere of the planet you live on is bad for you. Think Apollo 13.”
rbndc replied on Aug 15, 2009 at 07:48:27
“Yeah, he and our military leaders. And people who can interpret evidence based on brains, not wishes.”
zola77 replied on Aug 15, 2009 at 07:42:29
“Duped? LOL!”
jer9848 replied on Aug 15, 2009 at 03:14:21
“Do a little research and you might change your mind.”
The Breakup of the Pro-Life Movement
Commented Jul 29, 2009 at 15:18:39 in Politics
“What is "The Truth"? Is there a such thing as truth?”
HPdevotee replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 16:30:48
“Facts come pretty close.
Look up some facts on the crimes of the RCC.”
Look up some facts on the crimes of the RCC.”
HPdevotee replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 16:02:31
“Child R/a/p/e. Pedo. Ring
Irish Work houses.
Nicaraguan ban on abortions.
Nine year old victim from Brazil.
Pope's advise to Africa.
All male priesthood.
Males as head of households.
Indoctrination of the young.
No contraceptives.
etc..ad nauseam .....
Yeah, I'd say there is 'Truth' out there.”
Irish Work houses.
Nicaraguan ban on abortions.
Nine year old victim from Brazil.
Pope's advise to Africa.
All male priesthood.
Males as head of households.
Indoctrination of the young.
No contraceptives.
etc..ad nauseam .....
Yeah, I'd say there is 'Truth' out there.”
The Breakup of the Pro-Life Movement
Commented Jul 29, 2009 at 14:06:06 in Politics
“"Seems Dr.Green's grant is now defunct"
Link please. Who debunked the Harvard doc?”
Link please. Who debunked the Harvard doc?”
HPdevotee replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 15:36:06
“Found this a good synopsis of Dr.Green's slant..
http://ili
Speaks to his grant situation.
http://en.
"To sum it up, you are either embracing a culture of chastity and fidelity, or embracing a culture of sexual license." Interesting quote from author of article after reviewing Dr.Green's work.
http://hea
http://ili
Speaks to his grant situation.
http://en.
"To sum it up, you are either embracing a culture of chastity and fidelity, or embracing a culture of sexual license." Interesting quote from author of article after reviewing Dr.Green's work.
http://hea
The Breakup of the Pro-Life Movement
Commented Jul 29, 2009 at 14:03:32 in Politics
“"what gives you the right to seize a woman's body by forcing her to stay pregnant?"
The fact that an innocent human being resides within her. Nice use of scary semantics by the way!”
The fact that an innocent human being resides within her. Nice use of scary semantics by the way!”
SonofLiberty1 replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 09:47:51
“Why is it that practically no one talks about the boyfriend who forces his girlfriend to become pregnant in the first place?”
been2there replied on Jul 30, 2009 at 00:35:50
“No, it is a seizure of a woman's body and is forbidden by the 4th amendment. The woman is also a human being, and is as innocent of crime as the baby.”
Surreal2me replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 14:11:24
“that is exactly what you are advocating. Forcing a woman to bring a pregnancy to term - against her will. No semantics about it.”
The Breakup of the Pro-Life Movement
Commented Jul 29, 2009 at 10:29:23 in Politics
HPdevotee replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 11:33:18
“First..it'
Second..Se
" Our model predicted that increased condom use and HAART coverage (alone or in combination) were the most effective interventions to reduce new infections (range 64%-95% reduction) and deaths (range 10%-34% reduction) (Figure). Circumcision had a limited impact in reducing both new infections (range 3%-13% reduction) and deaths (range 2%-4% reduction), and its impact was overshadowed when combined with the other interventi
http://www
Seems to contradict the 'condoms don't work' model of the RCC. HIV is not the only thing that condoms can protect against either.”
Second..Se
" Our model predicted that increased condom use and HAART coverage (alone or in combination) were the most effective interventions to reduce new infections (range 64%-95% reduction) and deaths (range 10%-34% reduction) (Figure). Circumcision had a limited impact in reducing both new infections (range 3%-13% reduction) and deaths (range 2%-4% reduction), and its impact was overshadowed when combined with the other interventi
http://www
Seems to contradict the 'condoms don't work' model of the RCC. HIV is not the only thing that condoms can protect against either.”
The Breakup of the Pro-Life Movement
Commented Jul 29, 2009 at 10:27:38 in Politics
“"pro-lifers who support contraception"
Depends how you define contraception. Are we talking condoms or an abortion pill? I could see people supporting one, but not the other.”
Depends how you define contraception. Are we talking condoms or an abortion pill? I could see people supporting one, but not the other.”
Tlanice replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 17:40:04
“I get you but I'm sure he's referring to contraception as in something that counters conception as in sex ed, condoms, birth control pills, shots and other methods, as well as the morning after pill (Plan B). I include the Plan B pill because technically you may not even be pregnant but are taking a measure to make sure it doesn't happen. Therefore, pro-lifers who are against contraception are against prevention. There's a difference between prevention and ending. To prevent is to stop something before it even has the chance to happen...p
been2there replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 11:52:43
“Mefipristone and RU486 are the pills that can end a pregnancy. All others prevent pregnancy. Even if a pill ends a pregnancy, what gives you the right to seize a woman's body by forcing her to stay pregnant? NOTHING! You have no right to interfere--so back off!”
Why Bill Clinton Told Me He Supported Same-Sex Marriage (AUDIO)
Commented Jul 21, 2009 at 16:29:23 in Politics
“Easy for him to support it now. He's no longer in office or running for office.”
Sarah Palin Turns Pro
Commented Jul 04, 2009 at 00:31:12 in Politics
“"i mean, they're basically in power for about 8 years and they run the country into the ground"
If Democrats hold on to power for that long, we'll be hearing the same thing about them. When you control the show, you get blamed for everything. Politics goes through cycles.”
If Democrats hold on to power for that long, we'll be hearing the same thing about them. When you control the show, you get blamed for everything. Politics goes through cycles.”
Saganslegacy replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 00:59:41
“For your convenient entertainment:
http://www
Cheers.”
http://www
Cheers.”
ChristianEcon.com replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 00:49:49
“Right wing ideology ran the country into the ground. What wasn't sent into a tailspin?”
LaughingMan replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 00:49:18
“"If Democrats hold on to power for that long, we'll be hearing the same thing about them. "
That's funny because I don't remember hearing anyone (including Republicans) accusing Clinton of running the country into the ground with a balanced budget, the largest Surplus in US history, and a robust economy.
Although, I do recall, them spinning a bl0wj0b in the Oval office as being the biggest disaster to happen to humanity since the Black Plague.
I wonder how many people today wouldn't trade Bush having had a bj in the Oval office, for a horrible economy, a weak US dollar, mortgage sub-prime crisis, failure of the banking Industry, Torture, Guantanamo Bay, the highest unemployment in recent history, 2 failed wars, and on and on and on.......”
That's funny because I don't remember hearing anyone (including Republicans) accusing Clinton of running the country into the ground with a balanced budget, the largest Surplus in US history, and a robust economy.
Although, I do recall, them spinning a bl0wj0b in the Oval office as being the biggest disaster to happen to humanity since the Black Plague.
I wonder how many people today wouldn't trade Bush having had a bj in the Oval office, for a horrible economy, a weak US dollar, mortgage sub-prime crisis, failure of the banking Industry, Torture, Guantanamo Bay, the highest unemployment in recent history, 2 failed wars, and on and on and on.......”
Sarah Palin Turns Pro
Commented Jul 04, 2009 at 00:30:12 in Politics
“Bloggers made fun of Trig? How utterly tasteless and awful.”
lisad replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 02:13:05
“I think she's referring to that photoshopped image of some Alaska pol's face on Trig's body. Course it wasn't meant to make fun of Trig, but of her.”
mydwyf replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 01:03:38
“No they didn't.
They did question miss Sarah's pretend pregnancy with him, tho.
Still are, for that matter.”
They did question miss Sarah's pretend pregnancy with him, tho.
Still are, for that matter.”
MisterHands replied on Jul 04, 2009 at 00:32:59
“lmao!!!”
What 60 Democratic Senate Votes Really Means: Welcome to the Age of Ben Nelson
Commented Jul 01, 2009 at 17:29:23 in Politics
“I will be very surprised if 2010 is a good year for Democratic gains. These things go in cycles. I'm not saying it's impossible, but it would be surprising.”
hp blogger Dan Sweeney replied on Jul 01, 2009 at 18:01:04
“Tom --
I highly doubt that the Dems can pick up seats in the House, and I recognize the cyclical nature of these things. But the set up for the 2010 races -- with five retiring Republicans, all (with the exception of Kansas) from battleground states and a couple highly vulnerable Republican incumbents -- could make 2010 one of the few times that one party picks up seats three times in a row, also bucking the trend of the president's party losing seats in the next midterm election.
I know history says otherwise, but the specific parameters of this election cycle tell a different story.
Regards,
Dan”
I highly doubt that the Dems can pick up seats in the House, and I recognize the cyclical nature of these things. But the set up for the 2010 races -- with five retiring Republicans, all (with the exception of Kansas) from battleground states and a couple highly vulnerable Republican incumbents -- could make 2010 one of the few times that one party picks up seats three times in a row, also bucking the trend of the president's party losing seats in the next midterm election.
I know history says otherwise, but the specific parameters of this election cycle tell a different story.
Regards,
Dan”
KarenHurtz replied on Jul 01, 2009 at 17:55:14
“Yes, they do nothing in cycles. If they actually started doing things that were good for average American instead of banks and big business, then the dems would be odds on favorites for 2010 - but they better get started, as they are already in the hole on that account.”
Debating The Iran Question On CNN's Reliable Sources
Commented Jul 01, 2009 at 08:36:26 in Media
“Honestly, I feel bad for Nico here. I don't think what happened was terribly wrong, but Dana has a point about calling up Fox News. Can you imagine the reaction if it leaked that the adm. called up Fox News and told one of its reporters to prepare a question which will almost definitely be picked? There needs to be balance in journalism, but, unfortunately, we don't get it that often. So blame that for the rise in opinion-based shows, which try to balance out one another.”
What Right Wing Threat?
Commented Jun 12, 2009 at 02:29:51 in Media
“"which created an atmosphere of vitriol for him to hate neocons, and then he goes to kill jews"
Yes, because Neocons are fiercely pro-Israel. Investigators later found the address of the (conservative) Weekly Standard magazine in his possessions. The building was not far from the shooting scene. There is also evidence he harshly criticized and hated Neocons (probably because of their support of Israel).”
Yes, because Neocons are fiercely pro-Israel. Investigators later found the address of the (conservative) Weekly Standard magazine in his possessions. The building was not far from the shooting scene. There is also evidence he harshly criticized and hated Neocons (probably because of their support of Israel).”
TryToBeFlexible replied on Jun 12, 2009 at 08:45:12
“Hmmm, too bad your buddy didn't just go straight for the neo-cons.”
What Right Wing Threat?
Commented Jun 12, 2009 at 02:27:46 in Media
“I'm just presenting the flip side of the argument Liberals made regarding O'Reilly and Dr. Til1er's death. They said that the words of O'Reilly and other conservative commentators created an atmosphere which "inspired" someone to commit violence. Some of them went so far as to blame O'Reilly for Til1er's death.
Well, when we look at the vitriol of many of the left-wing commentators concerning Bush and the Neocons, I ask: are they to blame for this man's act since reports are surfacing that he loathed Neocons?”
Well, when we look at the vitriol of many of the left-wing commentators concerning Bush and the Neocons, I ask: are they to blame for this man's act since reports are surfacing that he loathed Neocons?”
What Right Wing Threat?
Commented Jun 12, 2009 at 00:26:38 in Media
“Reports are now coming out that he also despised Neocons. Should we blame Liberal bloggers, newspapers, and talking heads for creating an atmosphere of vitriol? Are they partly to blame for the shooting, just like Liberals wanted to blame O'Reilly for T i ll er's death?”
treboi replied on Jun 12, 2009 at 01:28:36
“Why do conservatives make the dumbest comparisons? So basically you're saying this nut watched a liberal program, which created an atmosphere of vitriol for him to hate neocons, and then he goes to kill jews...LMF
Yeah, I bet faux news and all the other conservative hate sites are putting out a story to defelect criticism of their complicity in these crimes.”
Yeah, I bet faux news and all the other conservative hate sites are putting out a story to defelect criticism of their complicity in these crimes.”
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