The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux) - Page 110

Gn2Dlnd · 08-23-2006, 02:36 PM

Just found this gem on the interwebs!

Gemini Cricket · 08-29-2006, 03:54 PM

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Former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein is being made to watch his appearance in cult cartoon South Park while he is behind bars.
The deposed leader on trial in Iraq was featured in the movie spin-off as the lover of the devil. South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut featured Hussein and Satan attempting to take over the world together.

Speaking at the Edinburgh International Television Festival, South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone said US Marines guarding the former dictator during his trial for genocide were making him watch the movie "repeatedly".

"I have it on pretty good information from the Marines on detail in Iraq that they showed him the movie last year. That's really adding insult to injury. I bet that made him really happy," Stone said.

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Ghoulish Delight · 08-29-2006, 04:02 PM

Eh, the S.O.B. could use a lesson on free speech. Actually, the episode they should be showing him is the 2 parter about Family Guy showing an image of Muhammed. Now THAT would shock him good.

Gemini Cricket · 08-29-2006, 04:05 PM

I'll bet he'll blame everything on Canada in the end...

scaeagles · 09-02-2006, 09:14 AM

I just have to laugh.

The UN is so irrelevant. Even when they can agree on something, such as the deadline for Iran to halt the enrichment of uranium (and my point isn't that they haven't the right to self determination - just looking at the UN aspect), the date passes, and the very peoiple that agree to it haven't the balls to do anything. I realize the EU isn't the UN, however members of the EU are on the security council.

From this article:

"Despite mounting U.S. pressure for sanctions against Iran, the European Union said Friday it is too early to punish Tehran for its failure to halt uranium enrichment by the U.N. Security Council's deadline."

Then why the hell even bother to make a deadline?

BarTopDancer · 09-02-2006, 09:25 AM

So what does everyone think of the gas prices falling over a holiday weekend with elections 2 months away?

I don't care why they are dropping, as long as they're dropping. I will not alter my vote in any way, shape or form because they are dropping and I fully expect them to soar again after the election.

scaeagles · 09-04-2006, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

So what does everyone think of the gas prices falling over a holiday weekend with elections 2 months away?

Gas prices almost always drop this time of year due the end of driving season and basic supply and demand. It didn't happen last year because of the hurricanes in the gulf interrupting production and supply. With the hurricane season this year thus far a complete nonfactor, it makes total sense that prices would be dropping. If the Iranian situation heats up, oil will rise in price, but over just the last few weeks it has come down 8-9 dollars from 77 to under 68 today.

Sub la Goon · 09-02-2006, 09:28 AM

It's called diplomacy.

A certain Leader of the Free World should look it up. I'll bet it even has tips on pronunciation.

scaeagles · 09-02-2006, 11:17 AM

Diplomacy? I find it so amusing when it is said that Bush doesn't use diplomacy. In reference to Iraq, how many opportunities were given to Saddam to comply with the Gulf War I cease fire? Too many to count.

If you look at how Bush is dealing with North Korea and Iran, that is certainly diplomacy. If you want to turn this into something about Bush, go ahead. The point remains that it is beyond stupid to give a deadline for action and then take none when the deadline passes. This is what has happened now with Iran. Why on earth would anyone regard anything the UN says or does as serious? Don't pass a resolution if you aren't going to back it up.

That isn't diplomacy. That is appeasement and a sign of weakness.

Ghoulish Delight · 09-05-2006, 09:06 AM

I'm glad Rummy mentioned Fascism. It's about time.

Using nationalistic ferver as a justification for the consolidation of government and military power to a single person and restrict liberties. Rallying against a religious group in the name of patriotism and overblown fears of cultural domination. Labeling of dissenting opinion as dangerous, comfort to the enemy, and treason. A populace that turns a blind eye to the errosion of civil liberties because, "I have nothing to hide," and, "My civil liberties aren't being taken away, only the bad guys'."

Yup, I'm glad he recognizes fascism when he sees it, 'cause I sure do.

08-23-2006, 02:36 PM	#1
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Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Eh, the S.O.B. could use a lesson on free speech. Actually, the episode they should be showing him is the 2 parter about Family Guy showing an image of Muhammed. Now THAT would shock him good. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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09-02-2006, 09:14 AM	#5
scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	I just have to laugh. The UN is so irrelevant. Even when they can agree on something, such as the deadline for Iran to halt the enrichment of uranium (and my point isn't that they haven't the right to self determination - just looking at the UN aspect), the date passes, and the very peoiple that agree to it haven't the balls to do anything. I realize the EU isn't the UN, however members of the EU are on the security council. From this article: "Despite mounting U.S. pressure for sanctions against Iran, the European Union said Friday it is too early to punish Tehran for its failure to halt uranium enrichment by the U.N. Security Council's deadline." Then why the hell even bother to make a deadline?
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BarTopDancer Prepping... Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Here, there, everywhere Posts: 11,405	So what does everyone think of the gas prices falling over a holiday weekend with elections 2 months away? I don't care why they are dropping, as long as they're dropping. I will not alter my vote in any way, shape or form because they are dropping and I fully expect them to soar again after the election. __________________ Spork is the new MacGyver Postcards From My Edge
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Sub la Goon Ride me! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The line forms here... Posts: 326	It's called diplomacy. A certain Leader of the Free World should look it up. I'll bet it even has tips on pronunciation. __________________ You roll the dice, you move your mice.
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09-02-2006, 11:17 AM	#9
scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	Diplomacy? I find it so amusing when it is said that Bush doesn't use diplomacy. In reference to Iraq, how many opportunities were given to Saddam to comply with the Gulf War I cease fire? Too many to count. If you look at how Bush is dealing with North Korea and Iran, that is certainly diplomacy. If you want to turn this into something about Bush, go ahead. The point remains that it is beyond stupid to give a deadline for action and then take none when the deadline passes. This is what has happened now with Iran. Why on earth would anyone regard anything the UN says or does as serious? Don't pass a resolution if you aren't going to back it up. That isn't diplomacy. That is appeasement and a sign of weakness.
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09-05-2006, 09:06 AM	#10
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	I'm glad Rummy mentioned Fascism. It's about time. Using nationalistic ferver as a justification for the consolidation of government and military power to a single person and restrict liberties. Rallying against a religious group in the name of patriotism and overblown fears of cultural domination. Labeling of dissenting opinion as dangerous, comfort to the enemy, and treason. A populace that turns a blind eye to the errosion of civil liberties because, "I have nothing to hide," and, "My civil liberties aren't being taken away, only the bad guys'." Yup, I'm glad he recognizes fascism when he sees it, 'cause I sure do. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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