Interesting to note, liberals will always preach "It's for the Children" or, "It will hurt his feeling". You know, the touchy-feely stuff?
Yet, most of those same liberals will have no problem with a doctor sucking the brains out of an unborn babies skull while still alive and moving. I would rather fry roadkill on the grill that have to see that shit in action.
This makes no sense. Restricting freedom is okay, as long as a democracy does it, rather than a dictator?
That's exactly what I'm saying, and it does make perfect sense. And you are correct, America is not a true democracy in that majority rules. But rather it's a democratic-republic. We elect officials in our states that in turn make important federal decisions for the entire nation. But there are many forms of democracy that are based in part from theocracy, communism, fascism, socialism etc... Those can still be a form of democracy but ONLY if the people of that nation vote and choose such governmental institution for themselves. However, if that power is not available to the public anymore, then it is no longer a democracy and thus you lose your definition of freedom put-forth by the majority of the public.
Define "evil". Was Hitler evil?
One can easily get lost in the semantics and embellish into philosophies of what "Evil" really is. But the way I see it, Hitler was most definitely vile and evil. If the systematic death of over 6 million Jewish people doesn't constitute as evil, then I would have no example of what would.
Now, consider that recent polls show that 44% of Iraqi's want Saddam back.
My BS meter is going off the charts on this one. Please site information regarding these figures? I have friends from Ft Hood over there that came back from Iraq. From what they've said, most Iraqis feel left in the dark in what's really going on and who to really trust. They just know they want us out of their country due to national pride. However, they also don't want us to leave so soon until their country is stabilized. I can empathize I suppose. I mean, even though the British are an ally of the USA, I still wouldn't want to see their military presence in my backyard. But one thing that is constant, all of the citizens he was able to talk to (aid of a translator) feel they have more freedoms and don't live in fear now that Saddam is out of the picture. But they still are very uncertain about the future of their country (though, the local Iraq economy is taking off like a rocket with the like of night clubs, computer stores, coffee shops...etc).
What's your point? That Kim Jong Il is evil? Well no shit, Sherlock. Sure he's evil. There are evil people like him all over the world. They are a dime a dozen. Is it now our job to rid the world of every single one of them? Do you realize how idealistic and simple you sound?
I agree it's very idealistic. But to stand back and do nothing is the worst thing you can do. I can only hope the world will band together and get rid of these SOBs and dictators around the world just like him. Policing the world is something I don't want my tax dollars going to. But if it involves national security, you bet your ass I'll fund it. I sure as hell don't want N. Korea or Iran selling bombs on the black market to some fanatic willing to stuff a warhead in the back seat of his Honda and drive it down to New York. I doubt those two countries would be THAT stupid to use the weapons themselves. From a strategic stand point, it's better to have your bidding done through proxy.
Is it because they sponsor terrorism and we don't? Well, it was only a couple of decades ago when we sponsored terrorists (except we called them Afghan freedom fighters), who went on to become the Taliban. Oh, yeah, and we sponsored Saddam (a terrorist among his people), and now we're sponsoring Musharref (military dictator of Pakistan). So, if we do as you suggest, then how are we not evil?
Based on what you said here, I would call the actions of our military totally irresponsible, but not evil. Evil implies intent to the planning of the now known to be as the aftermath.
Actually, I'm glad the slashdot crowd is modding based on the "PhD" tag. It just goes to show how stupid the mods are in the first place.
I only hope that over time, people will actually READ the post rather then casting their mod points aside so freely based on trust.
This truely is a blessing in disguise.
Note: I'm not in favor of dishonesty, but someone needs to get the message out and make the point be known that fair criticism be applied to all on Slashdot.
Hah, that will be the day. Now, would someone please explain how they would sue when Time Warner offers the HD DVR service to it's customers? Here in Austin, we provide both the Scientific Atlanta 8000 and 8300 HiDef DVR units.
Talk about shooting yourself in the foot. Broadcasters WANT ratings. And pissing off Time Warner and Cox cable is not a wise move.
When I speak of freedom, I speak of freedom to not be ruled by will and might of others above my own. This is freedom in it's purest for as long as the are in the bounds of the laws formed in a democrocy, NOT by a dictator. And no one votes for an evil dictator. If they did, they will do everything they can to bump them out of power if the are able too.
As for Kim, you do know that you cannot say anything negitive about him right? If you do, both you and your family are jailed and even killed if your so lucky (less painful) though guilt by association. Ya, keep in power. I just asume invade. We are making a big mistake by not doing so now. But with our military so stressed out now, we are unable too. To bad the UN is a worthless pile of shit do anything about it.
Hell, for that matter, I say we take out all the worlds dictators that go against the will of the majority of people in a harmful and melevolent manor. Political correctness be damned, fuck em..seriously.
Basically, if the country is not free in the form of a democrocy and poses a clear and present danger, then I'm all for first strike policy. Better them then us. I just hope for the sake of Iran, the will make wize choices about their nuke policy. Them along with N. Korea are next on our list. Make no mistake about it.
When I speak of freedom, I speak of freedom to not be ruled by will and might of others above my own. This is freedom in it's purest for as long as the are in the bounds of the laws formed in a democrocy, NOT by a dictator. And no one votes for an evil dictator. If they did, they will do everything they can to bump them out of power if the are able too.
As for Kim, you do know that you cannot say anything negitive about him right? If you do, both you and your family are jailed and even killed if your so lucky (less painful) though guilt by association. Ya, keep in power. I just asume invade. We are making a big mistake by not doing so now. But with our military so stressed out now, we are unable too. To bad the UN is a worthless pile of shit do anything about it.
Hell, for that matter, I say we take out all the worlds dictators that go against the will of the majority of people in a harmful and melevolent manor. Political correctness be damned, fuck em..seriously.
Basically, if the country is not free in the form of a democrocy and poses a clear and present danger, then I'm all for first strike policy. Better them then us. I just hope for the sake of Iran, the will make wize choices about their nuke policy. Them along with N. Korea are next on our list. Make no mistake about it.
Ask anyone if they value personal freedom, and they will almost always says "yes". But what you point out about history are situations of human nature of greed and hunger of power. It has always been part of human nature for those to gain power at the expense of someone elses freedom. But at the individual level, I would say everone values freedom.
As for the Vietnamesem, I'm sure they just love Kim in power. Actually some do think of him as a God, but only out of fear. But they do not have a stratigic advantage to start a civil war on their own to overthrow the that vile dictator that is now in power. Some would say the same about Bush, but liberals should be thankfull for the 2nd admendment should such action by the citizens be needed of our country.
As for Japan, we won the war. They attact us, and did not even surrender after we dropped the first bomb. The emperor was so arogant to think he was unstoppable that it took another bomb just to bring his mortal human ass back down to Earth. Obviously, America will not stand by and be attacked without reprocution. But that said, we felt it was in the best interest of Japan AND America to end the war and set into motion a template of democrocy for Japan so they would not be a threat to America or the world. Better the people have a vote then just one emperor call the shots eh?
Saddam is clearly a bad man. But his evils are not our evils.
Yes they are. Regardless of his own heinous actions, we was a threat to western world the valued democrocy. Hell, just now it's been reported that half a billion US dollars worth of Saddams money is being used to fund terrorist factions.
Think of it this way. America had a hornet nest in it's backyard. Every once in awhile, we got stung in the 90s. But being stung on 911 was the last of it. We decided to go in and take out that hornets nest. Obviously you will get stung more, but once you get rid of the threat it will make our backyard more secure. Unfortunatly, people like you would rather leave that hornets nest in place to grow and grow and grow bigger. You can only run and hide back into your house for so long. But eventually, you will get stung by the entire hive all at once and DIE!. I think the choices America has made is a no-brainer.
We do NOT make other countries in our own image. The desire for freedom is the natural goal of the human existence. In fact, I would say the behavor is almost genetic. Yet, it's clueless minded people like you who go off and spout how "Imperialistic" America is. This notion is utter BS! Just look at Japan, Germany, South Korea to name a few. They have freedoms as a direct resault of America having a helping hand. However, they still have their own cuture and even their own constitution. To say otherwise is pure insanity.
But hey, I guess you would rather have Saddam in power filling up mass graves and finding other places to hide the bodies in que. And N. Korea is ok too. I mean, Kim is such a NICE guy.
People like you are so ignorant is terrifies me! I don't hate you...I'm scared shitless of you with your level of thinking!
Sure, why not? I mean, if your going to be lazy when you are physically and mentally able but will not work. Sure, die...I could care less. But I'll be damned if I have to bust my ass to support a lazy selfrightious ass-munch sucking off the titty of the goverment at the working classes expensive.
Your just pissed of because your glorious Soviet Union crumbled under it's own weight of corruption. That's because socialism will NEVER WORK!!!!! Never has, never will!
Remember, USA stands for United States of America. NOT, United Socialists of America.
Fuckin socialist sheep, you make me sick!
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I would rather have a well grounded leader that gets the job done...period.
Ass kissing will only get you so far (like what Kerry does) in the short term. But in the long term, it doesn't do shit and even causes more harm than good.
The way I see it, most countries in the world fear the USA because it's the most powerful nation on Earth. Yet, it's all irrational fear. Thus, if your not the solution to peace, your only getting in the way. Speaking of getting in the way...why are we even bothering with the UN? It's mainly made up of a bunch of corrupted thugs. Oil-for-food program anyone? Nuff said
You know, I hear about this "we are messing with a hornest nest" stuff. Truth be known, it was already there..and GROWING. At some point, you can no longer hide from it. It must be delt with. This 911 event was just the breaking point for America. It's time to wake up an realise it must be delt with. Obviously you will get stung in the process. But getting killed by an entire swarm when you least expect it is NOT a scenerio I want to face.
More true then funny (it's still is funny though) IMHO. It's a basic law of evolve or die. It looks like due to all the bad press (in part because of installed base popularity), Microsoft was forced to update and harden Internet Explorer.
That being the case I would write a letter to you representatives. Clearly this is not fair. Your city and others like should allow other cable companies the option to lay down their own network and installing their own cable taps next to your residence.
A monopoly of our own cable, sure. But not a monopoly on service. There is Disk network available you know. Also, don't blame your local cable company if the industry compitition does not want to compete with us through laying down their own network in your area. In fact, legally...you are not guarantied to even have cable TV service, unlike phone service.
1. It's easer to administer content based on what you pay. For example, say you want to pay for HBO. All you have to do is call up TWC and subscribe to it. From there, you will instantly have access and will not need a cable guy to come to your home. It's a win-win for everyone.
2. Easer to trouble shoot issues by loggin into the boxes (they have IP addresses). Also, as upgrades are available we can push out new firmware.
3. You can't error correct analog signals, and imagine "bleeding" is a problem too. With digital, whatever errors might happen, you can corrected them through CRC. Of course, if the signal is poor you will have issues.
4. Interactive content. Imagine watching a game show where the viewers get to vote with a remote control. This is not done yet, but the technology is in place.
5. More channels packed with digital audio!. And as a co-worker likes to call TV... "Waves of Stupid" heh.
Of course, you could go with a Dish subscription. But I hope you don't. I want your business as it provides me with a job. **tongue-in-cheek**
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Yup, your just another drop in the bucket when it comes to validating angry liberals.
If anything, you describe EXACTLY John Kerry (with the alcoholic and coke being an exception)
Anyone else getting tired of Kerrys " I I I I me me me me" tone? At least Bush is all for about YOU and US.
Your forgetting 7734.
Ya, and the shit grows like mad weed. Next thing you know, Mars will be an illigal planet to land on while the war on drugs are taking place there.
Interesting to note, liberals will always preach "It's for the Children" or, "It will hurt his feeling". You know, the touchy-feely stuff?
Yet, most of those same liberals will have no problem with a doctor sucking the brains out of an unborn babies skull while still alive and moving. I would rather fry roadkill on the grill that have to see that shit in action.
This makes no sense. Restricting freedom is okay, as long as a democracy does it, rather than a dictator?
That's exactly what I'm saying, and it does make perfect sense. And you are correct, America is not a true democracy in that majority rules. But rather it's a democratic-republic. We elect officials in our states that in turn make important federal decisions for the entire nation. But there are many forms of democracy that are based in part from theocracy, communism, fascism, socialism etc... Those can still be a form of democracy but ONLY if the people of that nation vote and choose such governmental institution for themselves. However, if that power is not available to the public anymore, then it is no longer a democracy and thus you lose your definition of freedom put-forth by the majority of the public.
Define "evil". Was Hitler evil?
One can easily get lost in the semantics and embellish into philosophies of what "Evil" really is. But the way I see it, Hitler was most definitely vile and evil. If the systematic death of over 6 million Jewish people doesn't constitute as evil, then I would have no example of what would.
Now, consider that recent polls show that 44% of Iraqi's want Saddam back.
My BS meter is going off the charts on this one. Please site information regarding these figures? I have friends from Ft Hood over there that came back from Iraq. From what they've said, most Iraqis feel left in the dark in what's really going on and who to really trust. They just know they want us out of their country due to national pride. However, they also don't want us to leave so soon until their country is stabilized. I can empathize I suppose. I mean, even though the British are an ally of the USA, I still wouldn't want to see their military presence in my backyard. But one thing that is constant, all of the citizens he was able to talk to (aid of a translator) feel they have more freedoms and don't live in fear now that Saddam is out of the picture. But they still are very uncertain about the future of their country (though, the local Iraq economy is taking off like a rocket with the like of night clubs, computer stores, coffee shops...etc).
What's your point? That Kim Jong Il is evil? Well no shit, Sherlock. Sure he's evil. There are evil people like him all over the world. They are a dime a dozen. Is it now our job to rid the world of every single one of them? Do you realize how idealistic and simple you sound?
I agree it's very idealistic. But to stand back and do nothing is the worst thing you can do. I can only hope the world will band together and get rid of these SOBs and dictators around the world just like him. Policing the world is something I don't want my tax dollars going to. But if it involves national security, you bet your ass I'll fund it. I sure as hell don't want N. Korea or Iran selling bombs on the black market to some fanatic willing to stuff a warhead in the back seat of his Honda and drive it down to New York. I doubt those two countries would be THAT stupid to use the weapons themselves. From a strategic stand point, it's better to have your bidding done through proxy.
Is it because they sponsor terrorism and we don't? Well, it was only a couple of decades ago when we sponsored terrorists (except we called them Afghan freedom fighters), who went on to become the Taliban. Oh, yeah, and we sponsored Saddam (a terrorist among his people), and now we're sponsoring Musharref (military dictator of Pakistan). So, if we do as you suggest, then how are we not evil?
Based on what you said here, I would call the actions of our military totally irresponsible, but not evil. Evil implies intent to the planning of the now known to be as the aftermath.
Actually, I'm glad the slashdot crowd is modding based on the "PhD" tag. It just goes to show how stupid the mods are in the first place.
I only hope that over time, people will actually READ the post rather then casting their mod points aside so freely based on trust.
This truely is a blessing in disguise.
Note: I'm not in favor of dishonesty, but someone needs to get the message out and make the point be known that fair criticism be applied to all on Slashdot.
Hah, that will be the day. Now, would someone please explain how they would sue when Time Warner offers the HD DVR service to it's customers? Here in Austin, we provide both the Scientific Atlanta 8000 and 8300 HiDef DVR units.
Talk about shooting yourself in the foot. Broadcasters WANT ratings. And pissing off Time Warner and Cox cable is not a wise move.
When I speak of freedom, I speak of freedom to not be ruled by will and might of others above my own. This is freedom in it's purest for as long as the are in the bounds of the laws formed in a democrocy, NOT by a dictator. And no one votes for an evil dictator. If they did, they will do everything they can to bump them out of power if the are able too. As for Kim, you do know that you cannot say anything negitive about him right? If you do, both you and your family are jailed and even killed if your so lucky (less painful) though guilt by association. Ya, keep in power. I just asume invade. We are making a big mistake by not doing so now. But with our military so stressed out now, we are unable too. To bad the UN is a worthless pile of shit do anything about it. Hell, for that matter, I say we take out all the worlds dictators that go against the will of the majority of people in a harmful and melevolent manor. Political correctness be damned, fuck em..seriously. Basically, if the country is not free in the form of a democrocy and poses a clear and present danger, then I'm all for first strike policy. Better them then us. I just hope for the sake of Iran, the will make wize choices about their nuke policy. Them along with N. Korea are next on our list. Make no mistake about it.
When I speak of freedom, I speak of freedom to not be ruled by will and might of others above my own. This is freedom in it's purest for as long as the are in the bounds of the laws formed in a democrocy, NOT by a dictator. And no one votes for an evil dictator. If they did, they will do everything they can to bump them out of power if the are able too.
As for Kim, you do know that you cannot say anything negitive about him right? If you do, both you and your family are jailed and even killed if your so lucky (less painful) though guilt by association. Ya, keep in power. I just asume invade. We are making a big mistake by not doing so now. But with our military so stressed out now, we are unable too. To bad the UN is a worthless pile of shit do anything about it.
Hell, for that matter, I say we take out all the worlds dictators that go against the will of the majority of people in a harmful and melevolent manor. Political correctness be damned, fuck em..seriously.
Basically, if the country is not free in the form of a democrocy and poses a clear and present danger, then I'm all for first strike policy. Better them then us. I just hope for the sake of Iran, the will make wize choices about their nuke policy. Them along with N. Korea are next on our list. Make no mistake about it.
What did you do to piss off the admins? You account got the "bitchslap" modification to it. Hence all your -1 defaulted to your posts.
Ask anyone if they value personal freedom, and they will almost always says "yes". But what you point out about history are situations of human nature of greed and hunger of power. It has always been part of human nature for those to gain power at the expense of someone elses freedom. But at the individual level, I would say everone values freedom.
As for the Vietnamesem, I'm sure they just love Kim in power. Actually some do think of him as a God, but only out of fear. But they do not have a stratigic advantage to start a civil war on their own to overthrow the that vile dictator that is now in power. Some would say the same about Bush, but liberals should be thankfull for the 2nd admendment should such action by the citizens be needed of our country.
As for Japan, we won the war. They attact us, and did not even surrender after we dropped the first bomb. The emperor was so arogant to think he was unstoppable that it took another bomb just to bring his mortal human ass back down to Earth. Obviously, America will not stand by and be attacked without reprocution. But that said, we felt it was in the best interest of Japan AND America to end the war and set into motion a template of democrocy for Japan so they would not be a threat to America or the world. Better the people have a vote then just one emperor call the shots eh?
Saddam is clearly a bad man. But his evils are not our evils.
Yes they are. Regardless of his own heinous actions, we was a threat to western world the valued democrocy. Hell, just now it's been reported that half a billion US dollars worth of Saddams money is being used to fund terrorist factions.
Think of it this way. America had a hornet nest in it's backyard. Every once in awhile, we got stung in the 90s. But being stung on 911 was the last of it. We decided to go in and take out that hornets nest. Obviously you will get stung more, but once you get rid of the threat it will make our backyard more secure. Unfortunatly, people like you would rather leave that hornets nest in place to grow and grow and grow bigger. You can only run and hide back into your house for so long. But eventually, you will get stung by the entire hive all at once and DIE!. I think the choices America has made is a no-brainer.
Screw compression. With harddrive space so cheap, I rip my CDs into RAW or WAV format baby!!! Pure, clean, and unspoiled!
We do NOT make other countries in our own image. The desire for freedom is the natural goal of the human existence. In fact, I would say the behavor is almost genetic. Yet, it's clueless minded people like you who go off and spout how "Imperialistic" America is. This notion is utter BS! Just look at Japan, Germany, South Korea to name a few. They have freedoms as a direct resault of America having a helping hand. However, they still have their own cuture and even their own constitution. To say otherwise is pure insanity.
But hey, I guess you would rather have Saddam in power filling up mass graves and finding other places to hide the bodies in que. And N. Korea is ok too. I mean, Kim is such a NICE guy.
People like you are so ignorant is terrifies me! I don't hate you...I'm scared shitless of you with your level of thinking!
If you want a repeat of history, then elect Kerry. He will pull our troops out in a hurry!
Hey you gotta go par for the course you know.
Sure, why not? I mean, if your going to be lazy when you are physically and mentally able but will not work. Sure, die...I could care less. But I'll be damned if I have to bust my ass to support a lazy selfrightious ass-munch sucking off the titty of the goverment at the working classes expensive.
So for the lazy, die off!!!
Your just pissed of because your glorious Soviet Union crumbled under it's own weight of corruption. That's because socialism will NEVER WORK!!!!! Never has, never will!
Remember, USA stands for United States of America. NOT, United Socialists of America.
Fuckin socialist sheep, you make me sick!
I would rather have a well grounded leader that gets the job done...period.
Ass kissing will only get you so far (like what Kerry does) in the short term. But in the long term, it doesn't do shit and even causes more harm than good.
The way I see it, most countries in the world fear the USA because it's the most powerful nation on Earth. Yet, it's all irrational fear. Thus, if your not the solution to peace, your only getting in the way. Speaking of getting in the way...why are we even bothering with the UN? It's mainly made up of a bunch of corrupted thugs. Oil-for-food program anyone? Nuff said
You see...it has to do with the warping of space and time. It would seem that it also warps numbers too.
You know, I hear about this "we are messing with a hornest nest" stuff. Truth be known, it was already there..and GROWING. At some point, you can no longer hide from it. It must be delt with. This 911 event was just the breaking point for America. It's time to wake up an realise it must be delt with. Obviously you will get stung in the process. But getting killed by an entire swarm when you least expect it is NOT a scenerio I want to face.
More true then funny (it's still is funny though) IMHO. It's a basic law of evolve or die. It looks like due to all the bad press (in part because of installed base popularity), Microsoft was forced to update and harden Internet Explorer.
As for the other browser, time will tell..
Grande Communications.
http://www.grandecom.com/Residential/overview.jsp
nuff said. Any other questions?
Then that is a problem with the city.
That being the case I would write a letter to you representatives. Clearly this is not fair. Your city and others like should allow other cable companies the option to lay down their own network and installing their own cable taps next to your residence.
Just to let you know, TWC is a franchise based business. For Time Warner of Austin, you can read about it here.
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/telecom/acvfran.htm
A monopoly of our own cable, sure. But not a monopoly on service. There is Disk network available you know. Also, don't blame your local cable company if the industry compitition does not want to compete with us through laying down their own network in your area. In fact, legally...you are not guarantied to even have cable TV service, unlike phone service.
The reason for going digital is for many reason.
1. It's easer to administer content based on what you pay. For example, say you want to pay for HBO. All you have to do is call up TWC and subscribe to it. From there, you will instantly have access and will not need a cable guy to come to your home. It's a win-win for everyone.
2. Easer to trouble shoot issues by loggin into the boxes (they have IP addresses). Also, as upgrades are available we can push out new firmware.
3. You can't error correct analog signals, and imagine "bleeding" is a problem too. With digital, whatever errors might happen, you can corrected them through CRC. Of course, if the signal is poor you will have issues.
4. Interactive content. Imagine watching a game show where the viewers get to vote with a remote control. This is not done yet, but the technology is in place.
5. More channels packed with digital audio!. And as a co-worker likes to call TV... "Waves of Stupid" heh.
Of course, you could go with a Dish subscription. But I hope you don't. I want your business as it provides me with a job.
**tongue-in-cheek**