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Reply to Simple Question... in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]While we are all being mean and making fun of Obama... cry me a river, liberal[/quote] Let's get one thing straight. I don't give a fuck about Obama. In fact, I think he's worse than Bush. So you can go ahead and tear into Obama and the democrats and liberals all day long, and I DO NOT qualify that as being mean. What I do qualify as "meanness" is what Americans as a people are doing to EACH OTHER. This whole -left vs right/ liberal/conservative thing is a crock of

Reply to Tragedy in the Middle-East in War on Terror JoeUser Forums

Hi Daiwa, [quote]If humanitarian aid is the only issue, why bother with this little skirmish when humanitarian aid can be delivered with ease via Ashdod? [/quote] So here's the thing. One group of people (namely Israel, the U.S and Egypt) are saying that plenty of aid is making it through already. However, the UN stated in 2009 that "insufficient food and medicine is reaching Gazans, producing a further deterioration of the mental and physical health of the entire civi

Reply to Tragedy in the Middle-East in War on Terror JoeUser Forums

Hi Leauki, [quote]Finally, I'd really like to know if you think that Israel could send a flotilla to land in Iran which goods for the Sunni rebel groups in the south-west without Iran attacking it and firing at the crew if they fight back. Do you think that countries generally let merchant ships deliver goods to countries they are war with? I really don't remember such a case.[/quote] A couple of things- Your analogy is flawed because a) the goods would need to

Reply to Simple Question... in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]'Meanness' and 'hatefulness' are cover words. Meant to lend some sort of moral (pseudo)justification to muzzling opposition. 'Racism' isn't succeeding in that regard so the left is working other angles.[/quote] No, by "meanness" I am not talking about muzzling of opposition or anything else of the sort. I am talking about the fact that America has become a very mean place, much more so at the end of this decade than in the 90's. There is evidence of this every

Reply to Tragedy in the Middle-East in War on Terror Stardock Forums

[quote]You are such an apologist, Arty. Israel allows and will allow all the humanitarian aid people want to deliver. [/quote] hhhmm... that's not what the Israeli human rights group Btselem says- http://www.btselem.org/English/Gaza_Strip/20100531_The_Siege_on_Gaza.asp Harsh restrictions on imports Under agreements between Israel and Egypt, the Gaza Strip’s f

Reply to Simple Question... in Politics JoeUser Forums

Hi Kingbee, I've really enjoyed this thread, thanks for posting. Isn't it fascinating how from asking a simple, unprovocative question so many people get down right mean and nasty? Before I get on topic I think it's very peculiar (and also a downright shame) how mean America has really become. The politics, the "national discussions", right down to the talking head pundits and radio hosts have saddly inundated the American consciousness with a type of meanness t

Reply to Tragedy in the Middle-East in War on Terror JoeUser Forums

Just my two cents: 1) The ships were in international waters when they were boarded. The ships were not headed to or about to enter Israeli waters and all were flying flags of other sovereign states. From a legal perspective, the IDF had no jurisdiction or right to board any of these ships, therefore technically the passengers were not in the wrong to defend themselves. In addition to this, the IDF chose the worst possible means of boarding- rapidly deploying off of he

Screw the Planet, My Quarterlies are Great!!! in Current Events JoeUser Forums

The Deep Water Horizon catastrophe is a clear-cut case of criminal negligence on the part of BP, Haliburton and Transocean. All 3 companies are responsible and so is the U.S government for years of lax enforcement of regulations. But this disaster goes far, far beyond that- the manner in which it happened and more importantly, our reaction to it is a damning indictment of our entire civilization. Let's go over a few details surrounding the accident and why this serves a

Reply to Put your Money where your Mouth is in Politics JoeUser Forums

Sorry, was away the last couple days. I looked over most of the responses and here is the general consensus I got: [quote]when was the last time you were stopped by a police officer? Don't they always ask for identification? And I don't mean only when driving. Does a company you apply for not ask for identification? Identification is ask for many things and these things can be denied if an identification can not be provided at the time. But let's be realistic here, you are not concern

Reply to An engineer dealing with the business world in Business Stardock Forums

[quote]Instead, all too often I see deals made because “the other guys” has non-engineer sales teams that know how the biz game is really played.[/quote] Here's a little golden nugget for anyone reading this- What's the most important skill or attribute you need to get ahead in a large corporation? Tell people what they want to hear . That's it. That's all. Oh, and do it in a way that doesn't make you look like a complete used-car sal

Reply to Put your Money where your Mouth is in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]I would agree with you, if that were true about Arizona or the US. You are at risk of being required to provide documentation in all societies, Arty, to a far greater degree outside the US than in it. It's a bit disingenuous to suggest otherwise.[/quote] Why not at all! Let's do a quick example; When I go outside for a run, I carry no identification on me. The only thing in my pockets is my house key, end of story. Legally, an officer can not randomly acost me a

Reply to Unrestrained Killing in Iraq in Current Events Stardock Forums

Hi Dr Guy, [quote]Again you saw the doctored version (long or short does not matter). Now is the complete version (as yet unreleased so we have but the words of the OBAMA administration to go on and given their hatred of the military, I doubt they would lie for them), [/quote] Okay, I have some big problems with your comment- 1) This happened WAY before the Obama administration. In truth, I think that Obama is just as bad if not worse than Bush but the particular episode

Reply to Put your Money where your Mouth is in Politics Stardock Forums

hi just john, [quote]If you are worried about the poor unfortunate soul who is detained for a while because he can't produce some form of identification, what gives? I walk out of the house with my wallet in my pocket, always. It is not a problem for me to show that I belong here.[/quote] Have you ever watched any World War 2 movies? Aren't you familiar with the infamous line? "let me see your papers!" If you must live in a society in which you, as a regular citize

Reply to Unrestrained Killing in Iraq in Current Events Stardock Forums

[quote]Anyway, if 8 dead civilians are the horror that is unfolding than we are really dealing with the nicest war we have ever fought[/quote] Well, back up a second and look at it this way- when this event unfolded, the official U.S military statement was that the reuters employees were smack dab in the middle of a firefight with insurgents and were killed in an action along with several other insurgents. This is a lie, plain and simple. The only people engaged in any kind of hostilit

Reply to Obesity in America, how will we change? in Diet Stardock Forums

[quote]I kind of get the same feeling when a nurse who is obese tells me that I need to lose weight. If you're job is health management, why shouldn't you be expected to be healthy? How many people would hire an obese personal trainer? How many Weight Watcher consultants are overweight? [/quote] Nowadays even getting medical advice TO lose weight is becoming a rarity. Most folks will be given blood pressure pills and a whole host of nice expensive pharmaceuticals rather than be told to

Reply to Against Neo-Liberalism and the Libertarian Right in Politics Stardock Forums

[quote]All of those countries have neo-liberal systems with a free market and little government control of the economy. While they are less "neo-liberal" than the US I find it hard to believe that that is what makes them wealthier. Can you name something Norway does which is less neo-liberal than what the US does and which makes Norway richer?[/quote] That's not the question you asked earlier Leauki. Earlier you asked me to give you two examples of countries that are LESS neoliberal an

Reply to Against Neo-Liberalism and the Libertarian Right in Politics Stardock Forums

[quote]Please give two examples of societies that are less neo-liberal and libertarian than the US and have a remarkably better standard of living.[/quote] If you would have asked this question in the 60's or 70's one would indeed be hard pressed to answer you. However, things aint what they used to be. The UN Human Development Index, which ranks nations based on overall life expectancy, education and GDP currently has the United States in 15th place. This isn't to

Reply to What do YOU look for in an employer? in Current Events Stardock Forums

[quote]I would have to ask if your "friend" has ever had a real job before?[/quote] Yup, in fact he's working for a software development company in Calgary right now. He chose this outfit over Apple or the other big tech company, he makes less money than he'd make for the big outfit but he's much happier. Prior to that, he worked for a medium sized networking company for 4 years, during which time he poured his soul into that operation thinking that fo

Reply to What do YOU look for in an employer? in Current Events Stardock Forums

Bunnahabhain (what does that mean by the way?) -sorry for the long reply in advance- [quote]I don't usually agree with you Arty, but on this issue we share some common ground. I'm not big on unions. In the best case (and yours seems like one of them), I feel that they breed mediocrity.[/quote] Most people these days aren't big on unions for exactly the reason you quote above. And, there is some truth in it. Here's the secret about unions- In and of themselves, they're not

What do YOU look for in an employer? in Current Events JoeUser Forums

---WARNING--- This article is not "American Bashing" although I am sure some will interpret it that way. Since I don't post very frequently anymore I'm also going to combine several topics into a somewhat nonsensical rant. If you don't like it, or are unable to stomach my observations/criticisms or writing style, please go and stick your head in the nearest toilet (preferably a dirty one) and flush repeatedly. I guarantee you'll get more enjoyment out of it than reading what

Reply to The Administration's Perception Problem in Politics Stardock Forums

[quote]the more he looks like an arrogant jerk at best, the Manchurian Candidate the rightwing loons suspected at worst.[/quote] Hi Daiwa, I would like to ask you an honest question, with the understanding that I am not attempting to bait/troll or otherwise antagonize you, only in that I really would like to hear your opinion (and everyone else who reads this) on the matter. Okay, 'nuff said. Now on to the meat and potatoes: What is Obama doing that is so

Reply to Intelligence is overrated in Business Experiences Stardock Forums

A few years back I went on a recruiting trip with some of the H.R folks to various technical schools- I got to be the techie type in the group asking actual practical questions while the H.R asked "and how did that make you feel?" personality-type stuff. Anywho, it was a great experience because at each school we were treated very well by the staff and instructors..we were there to employ some of their students starting one day after graduation, something all schools will jump at the chance t

Reply to Intelligence is overrated in Business Experiences Stardock Forums

A few years back I went on a recruiting trip with some of the H.R folks to various technical schools- I got to be the techie type in the group asking actual practical questions while the H.R asked "and how did that make you feel?" personality-type stuff. Anywho, it was a great experience because at each school we were treated very well by the staff and instructors..we were there to employ some of their students starting one day after graduation, something all schools will jump at the chance t

Reply to We the Corporation in Politics Stardock Forums

[quote]Well yes that's to be expected, but not because they have a smaller war chest - some people will vote for a party regardless of the candidate (or at least be heavily influenced by it). Other people will vote tactically not for the person they like the most, but for the canditate they dislike the least out of the two most likely to win, because a vote for a no-name is almost certain to be a wasted vote. Maybe having a huge warchest can buy such an independent a fighting chance if they c

Reply to We the Corporation in Politics JoeUser Forums

[quote]you and the other defeatists here, many that wouldn't give squat for the freedoms they enjoy. I find no bravery in pissing on your dead sons grave for your own publicity. You obviously don't know the whole story. Read something besides the liberal propaganda.[/quote] Ah, you have my apologies. Clearly I am an uninformed idiot, since I am a "defeatist" (what exactly is that?) Please explain to me why I don't know the whole story and what parts of it I'm missing. Now, if