Hey, just wanted to say good article about the 100,00 death count in Iraq. Much better than what I submitted. Honestly, I was so appalled at even the possibility that this was true, to say much intelligent about it.
I am constantly amazed at how many people want to discredit this out of hand. I can certainly see scrutinizing it, but I can't understand people who think we shouldn't even ask these questions.
Hey, if you get a chance, check out the "New Thread" thread in the News group. There's talk about bringing on another politics editor and I mentioned you as a good possibility if you're interested. I don't know if you are or if you have the time but I think you'd be perfect for the job. My guess is if Sean says he's looking then it would probably be between you and Keith. I think you'd both be great, just let me know if you'd like me to put in a good word for you privately to Sean and I will.
Well, I finally uploaded a profile pic. Thanks go to fenris23 for finally getting me to get off my duff to do it.
For those who are interested, it's a screencap of McQueen's study. It's somewhat strange to be as inspired as I am by a character of fiction, but I think that the following quote explains why I've admired his character so much.
I should really learn to withdraw from things once I feel my medical conditions flaring up. From writing and the boards, at least. I end up getting lightheaded, scatterbrained, wordy and a bit manic... along with hardly eating for days, being completely unaware of how much time is passing, sleeping in irregular patterns, etc. I should have realized that it was getting bad when I... Read More
Just coming in to say hi. I've been reading quite a few of your posts in the CE and while I haven't agreed with all of them they have certainly been interesting contributions.
You should get a profile pic though, just so people don't confuse you with other folks without one. It doesn't have to be of you even.
I know exactly what you mean - it's easy to get sucked into the myriad discussions going on here and withdraw from the outside world. The key is to pace yourself, I think. And realize that even when you go away, the site will still be here when you get back.
You're obviously making a good impression with your postings though (as you have consistently done with me) based on what other people are writing.
Hmmm. I wonder if anyone here is familiar with trivia about the remake of Dawn of the Dead. Which was sweet, by the way. I'm definitely getting the unrated version when it comes out.
I finally picked up a copy of Zombi 2. The 25th anniversary edition DVD is pretty well done. Anyway, watching that made me think that the scenes in the... Read More
I haven't seen it. I can tell you that Resident Evil: Apocalypse was the worst piece of crap ever, though. In case you were wondering.
Good point in that thread about proving the existence of God. I'm still not sure about the fence sitting issue though. Does logic demand skepticism? I don't really know. If so, then the default state should be disbelief until proven otherwise. I know it's not necessarily a valid analogy,but I doubt many people say "Well, I haven't seen conclusive evidence for it, so until I do I'll just say I'm undecided as to the existence of the tooth fairy." The problem with all of these discussions is that any logical analysis of an ontological proof is bound to end up in a tautology. Which would invalidate the proof in the first place - except for the caveat that you brought up, that ontological proofs have as their foundation that logic need not apply. I think that's why I have such a hard time wrapping my head around them. Anyway, good fodder for discussion.
Oh that's nice to hear that you like my pictures. I hope my set comes up soon.
But how can the rats hunt down the cat? how many were they? i think i have to see that movie, although I am gonna cry. Poor kitte.
There is something wrong with women. They want you to stare at them and make them feel wanted,but when you do stare at them you become a kind of pervert who just want to get laid or something. I don't get that.
Sorry if my english is bad, i hope you understand what i'm stying to say.
reprobate seems to have a somewhat blurred separation between sarcasm and good-natured ribbing. Kinda difficult to tell when he's using one or the other.
Actually, I'm inclined to think that my sense of humor subroutine is infected with bad pointer references. I definitely got a buffer overflow talking politics with B.S. (initials, not bovine excrement) last night. Might be getting together with her tonight, but... Read More
His heart is in the right place, even if it sometimes comes out as a little snarky.
Thanks for the recent article submissions for the newswire, they've been great. It's always good to get someone putting in regular, well written submissions.
I had my doubts about Kerry's capabilities, but after watching his latest speech I have to say that my opinion has been substantially ameliorated.
As mentioned in CNN's coverage, for the first time he didn't talk about his war record or any of the other detracting flap that's been so common in previous appearances. This was a different Kerry, and even if this is portrayed... Read More
Thanks for your compliment, it's nice to know that some people actually do read my postings on the CE boards. And of course the friend request was welcome.
And can you imagine if Saddam Hussein won a democratic election in Iraq? That would be pure insanity, though with a bitter ironic twist pointed at the Bush administration. My understanding is that in the late 60's (or early 70's, I can't remember and am too tired to look it up) he actually was democratically elected, but took the opportunity to seize whatever remaining power wasn't his and consolidate it to make himself president for life.
Charles Rangel is an interesting fellow. He represents the district where I work in NYC, and is very well regarded there, although outside the district is able to draw Republican ire like few others who aren't named Clinton can. I think there's something telling about how an outspoken African-American man can draw such immediate criticism, even when what he's saying makes sense. There's a dark undercurrent of racism in the US that still exists, unfortunately, and it often doesn't take much to bring it to the surface.
In another bout of misguided thinking, the House just approved HR.2028, prohibiting lower Federal courts from taking cases dealing with the Pledge of Allegiance. This, after rejecting a proposed amendment to that bill that would guarantee the Supreme Court the right to take on such cases.
It's one thing for a rep to object to something on principle. It's another thing entirely to prevent the... Read More
I came here to thank you for your interesting contributions to the ongoing discussion in the current events board. Having read your journal entry though, it's inspired me to submit an SG news story on the topic. I hope you don't mind, but I agree with you that it's extremely worrisome (and seemingly unconstitutional in that it violates separation of powers) and deserves some attention. Thanks for the heads up, I'll be sure to credit you in the article.
Ah, it's a good thing that I took a look at the Site board today in one of my weekly/biweekly/monthly/whatever visits. (Kinda clear that I don't go there much, neh?) Finding out about the House of Leaves group made my day (week/month/whatever).
I should read House again. That singlehandedly revamped (resurrected/reconstituted/whatever) my desire and inclination to write. Unfortunately, it did nothing for my talent. I... Read More
to you!
Spun and fear and loathing in las vegas 
I am constantly amazed at how many people want to discredit this out of hand. I can certainly see scrutinizing it, but I can't understand people who think we shouldn't even ask these questions.