So, sex arose as part of the natural order of evolution, but guns didn't? How are you separating natural process from unnatural and by what higher power did the two become separate in the first place. If there is no higher power than the physical laws of the universe, then guns are just as "natural" and uninvented as sex. Granted, sex may be more intrinsic, but guns were brought about by the same process.
That is a scary thought. I do find that especialy intersting since some of the larger abuses of theocracy were at the local level (salem).
The good thing about this, is that the further down power is pushed (i.e. more local) the smaller the scope of evil that can be done. Today, the Federal government believes that the rights of the state fall under its jurisdiction. Who do you believe could do more damage, a president who believes he is all powerful or a mayor? Now that's a scary thought.
By your interpretation there is no first amendment protections at all, we are only safe against the federal government.
This is basically true, but the nice thing is, it's much easier to move between states or to influence local elections than it is national elections.
It could be argues that congress also had a slightly different meaning and that using the definition "Act of coming together or meeting" it means that no group of people can do that to anybody under any set of rules. Of course that is tenuous at best.
As far as this goes, that's pretty dangerous. "Congress" is defined in Article I, Section I of the Constitution thusly: All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.
Tell me where it ends... Are these guys just freedom lovers who think children shouldn't feel guilty about sex or are they perverts who should at the very least be put in jail if they follow through on their beliefs? And if they are the latter, how do you draw that line?
No, actually, it's not. Having an open mind is one thing, having a mind so open your brain falls out is quite another. Being able to distinguish between BS and honest hypothesis is part of critical thinking. If someone told you there were invisible pink elephants in his back yard, you would keep an open mind about that and not think that maybe your buddy had flipped his lid? Even after going out and pointing out to your buddy that these elephants left no tracks, dung, or anything else behind to show their presence, or that you could walk over every inch of his back yard and not run into one, you would still choose not to disbelieve him if he insisted they existed and were there? Seriously? That's not science or critical thinking, that's just being foolish.
Actually, if you are willing to have your buddy committed because of this, it means that you believe that the capabilities of your senses form the baseline by which reaility is defined. What if your friend can see things that no one else can see? If anything, you're potentially locking away the next jump in the evolution of mankind. Humanity's only hope is that the sanitorium allows conjugal visits and that your friend is straight (or willing to work for the common good)
(or, as extended by the 10th Amendment, the states)
what does that even mean? the 10th Amendment does not enforce the First Amendment on the States in any way shape of form. I may just be reading you wrong though.
This sort of thing undelines the basic problem with McCain-Feingold: it undermines free speech and until it is overturned (preferrably by Congress) it will continue to do so.
I followed the link. I clicked on the photos. I was impressed.
Well let me tell you people, I've been informed that the third picture... it's a picture of cell phones... CELL PHONES!!! This is just like that time I was taken in by bathroom grafitti... I'm probably end up having to apologize to another ethnic group...
You will never replace Jim Henson, Mr. Gates... do you hear me?!?!?!! WELL, DO YOU!!?!?
Man, first I quit taking methamphetamines, and now this... If it wasn't for my talking sofa and the giant fat men, I don't think I'd make it through some days...
I keep forgetting to put a "this is a joke" disclaimer somewhere in my post... I can just hear people moderating: What a moron! Doesn't he know the acronym is in German?!? That's like a whole different language... <sigh/>
I'm not 100% sure, but I think Blue Star Ointment helps soothe Hubble vexation. And now it's peppermint flavored!
-- Was it the sheep climbing onto the altar, or the cattle lowing to be slain, or the Son of God hanging dead and bloodied on a cross that told me this was a world condemned, but loved and bought with blood.
Those first five words can kill you if you're not careful. I think I may have a decent grasp on the things I do not know. The problem with evolution is that most people start building way too advanced. Where did all those rules that govern all those complex reactions come from, and if the reactions can change, why are the rules locked into place? The Devil (pun and capitalization intended) is in the details. So is God.
-- Was it the sheep climbing onto the altar or the the cattle lowing to be slain, or the Son of God hanging dead and bloodied on a cross, that told me this was a world condemned, but loved and bought with blood
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So, sex arose as part of the natural order of evolution, but guns didn't? How are you separating natural process from unnatural and by what higher power did the two become separate in the first place. If there is no higher power than the physical laws of the universe, then guns are just as "natural" and uninvented as sex. Granted, sex may be more intrinsic, but guns were brought about by the same process.
I think what you have demonstrated here, is that the greatest societal power one can have is a control of language.
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You have taken the sword of language and neatly divided the world. The only question that remains is: did the world notice at all?
Not only is he blindfolded but there is no sheet music in front of him either!
How would he know?
I was betting on 35 years, but I forgot to take Hofstadter's Law into account.
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It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take Hofstadter's Law into account.
Hofstadter's Law
That is a scary thought. I do find that especialy intersting since some of the larger abuses of theocracy were at the local level (salem).
The good thing about this, is that the further down power is pushed (i.e. more local) the smaller the scope of evil that can be done. Today, the Federal government believes that the rights of the state fall under its jurisdiction. Who do you believe could do more damage, a president who believes he is all powerful or a mayor? Now that's a scary thought.
By your interpretation there is no first amendment protections at all, we are only safe against the federal government.
This is basically true, but the nice thing is, it's much easier to move between states or to influence local elections than it is national elections.
It could be argues that congress also had a slightly different meaning and that using the definition "Act of coming together or meeting" it means that no group of people can do that to anybody under any set of rules. Of course that is tenuous at best.
As far as this goes, that's pretty dangerous. "Congress" is defined in Article I, Section I of the Constitution thusly: All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.
I'm speechless...
how many iPod-touting Slashdotters are thinking of switching?
Well, I certainly tout, but I long to tote. Doesn't seem likely anytime soon.
In case you haven't seen Troy (or even if you have), go here and read Troy in 15 minutes
There is also a Van Helsing in 15 minutes as well, if you like this sort of thing.
I should warn you though, don't drink anything that will burn your nose while you read these...
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my monitor is still dirty
Tell me where it ends...
Are these guys just freedom lovers who think children shouldn't feel guilty about sex or are they perverts who should at the very least be put in jail if they follow through on their beliefs? And if they are the latter, how do you draw that line?
No, actually, it's not. Having an open mind is one thing, having a mind so open your brain falls out is quite another. Being able to distinguish between BS and honest hypothesis is part of critical thinking. If someone told you there were invisible pink elephants in his back yard, you would keep an open mind about that and not think that maybe your buddy had flipped his lid? Even after going out and pointing out to your buddy that these elephants left no tracks, dung, or anything else behind to show their presence, or that you could walk over every inch of his back yard and not run into one, you would still choose not to disbelieve him if he insisted they existed and were there? Seriously? That's not science or critical thinking, that's just being foolish.
Actually, if you are willing to have your buddy committed because of this, it means that you believe that the capabilities of your senses form the baseline by which reaility is defined. What if your friend can see things that no one else can see? If anything, you're potentially locking away the next jump in the evolution of mankind. Humanity's only hope is that the sanitorium allows conjugal visits and that your friend is straight (or willing to work for the common good)
'How company can make money, if its products are available for free?'
Is your co-worker named Oog? If he is, tell him Frylock wants his computer back, ok?
I'm with you 100%, I was just trying to educate the parent poster.
a 17-year-old girl called Panna Felsen
called? is the girl a robot as well?
whatever happened to named?
(or, as extended by the 10th Amendment, the states)
what does that even mean? the 10th Amendment does not enforce the First Amendment on the States in any way shape of form. I may just be reading you wrong though.
One of the few times I've wished I had mod points. That was, quite simply, well said.
Sony unveils new MP3 playing screwdriver... Steve Jobs cowers in mock fear on way to bank...
Is anyone buying this?
This sort of thing undelines the basic problem with McCain-Feingold: it undermines free speech and until it is overturned (preferrably by Congress) it will continue to do so.
I followed the link. I clicked on the photos. I was impressed.
Well let me tell you people, I've been informed that the third picture... it's a picture of cell phones... CELL PHONES!!! This is just like that time I was taken in by bathroom grafitti... I'm probably end up having to apologize to another ethnic group...
I'm so embarrassed...
per the suggestion of a Microsoft puppet
You will never replace Jim Henson, Mr. Gates... do you hear me?!?!?!! WELL, DO YOU!!?!?
Man, first I quit taking methamphetamines, and now this... If it wasn't for my talking sofa and the giant fat men, I don't think I'd make it through some days...
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I have no idea what inspired this comment.
Thanks much.
I keep forgetting to put a "this is a joke" disclaimer somewhere in my post... I can just hear people moderating: What a moron! Doesn't he know the acronym is in German?!? That's like a whole different language... <sigh/>
FSM (the "Voluntary Self-Control for Multimedia Service Providers")
Worst acronym ever.
You'd think Germans would be better at that sort of thing...
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I saved Latin. What did you ever do?
No. we're assuming that the ones that don't post, can't type at all...
Hubble Are Vexing to Scientists
I'm not 100% sure, but I think Blue Star Ointment helps soothe Hubble vexation. And now it's peppermint flavored!
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Was it the sheep climbing onto the altar, or the cattle lowing to be slain,
or the Son of God hanging dead and bloodied on a cross that told me this was a world condemned, but loved and bought with blood.
Nokia and Apple team up to create the iFlask. For all your driving impairment needs.
The fact of the matter...
Those first five words can kill you if you're not careful. I think I may have a decent grasp on the things I do not know. The problem with evolution is that most people start building way too advanced. Where did all those rules that govern all those complex reactions come from, and if the reactions can change, why are the rules locked into place? The Devil (pun and capitalization intended) is in the details. So is God.
--
Was it the sheep climbing onto the altar or the the cattle lowing to be slain,
or the Son of God hanging dead and bloodied on a cross, that told me this was a world condemned, but loved and bought with blood