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Started by GG, February 16, 2011, 09:41:32 PM

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GG

February 16, 2011, 09:41:32 PM


WoW he just moved up a level or two on my radar screen. 
Trust but verify

heironymouspasparagus

#1
February 17, 2011, 12:00:35 AM
Correct words.  And yet, it is also his buddies (and if memory serves, also him) who are in favor of cutting educational TV and radio.  Corporation for Public Broadcasting.  And NPR.

Yeah, we wouldn't want TOO much education to happen.





"So he brandished a gun, never shot anyone or anything right?"  --TeeDub, 17 Feb 2018.

I don't share my thoughts because I think it will change the minds of people who think differently.  I share my thoughts to show the people who already think like me that they are not alone.

nathanm

#2
February 17, 2011, 11:26:59 PM
When he's not pandering, Huckabee is pretty sane for a preacher. Still nuts, but not as wild as certain other people who have shows on FNC. ;)
"Labor is prior to and independent of capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration" --Abraham Lincoln

Gaspar

#3
February 18, 2011, 07:44:40 AM
Quote from: nathanm on February 17, 2011, 11:26:59 PMpretty sane for a preacher. Still nuts,

Are you implying that being a minister makes one insane?
When attacked by a mob of clowns, always go for the juggler.

Red Arrow

#4
February 18, 2011, 07:49:49 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on February 18, 2011, 07:44:40 AM
Are you implying that being a minister makes one insane?


Or maybe that one has to be insane to be a minister.  Chicken & egg.
 

Gaspar

#5
February 18, 2011, 08:01:08 AM
Quote from: Red Arrow on February 18, 2011, 07:49:49 AM
Or maybe that one has to be insane to be a minister.  Chicken & egg.

I'd like Nate to provide some examples of Huck's insanity.  I find him rational, engaging, and scary when it comes to numbers.  I'd love to see a debate between him and the teleprompter, or President Obama for that matter. . .eh, whoever shows up.
When attacked by a mob of clowns, always go for the juggler.

RecycleMichael

#6
February 18, 2011, 08:38:25 AM
Huckabee once advocated isolating AIDS patients from the general public and opposed increased federal funding in the search for a cure.

As Governor of Arkansas, he was roundly critized for creating state jobs for people who had given him personal gifts. One year, the gifts from 20 people were valued at twice his state salary. He once rebuked for claiming that $70,000 of furniture given to the state mansion was his. Inaugural funds were used to buy wardrobe for his wife. He was sanctioned five times by the state ethics commission for his ethical lapses.

In his ten years as governor, he raised gasoline taxes, raised the state sales tax three times, taxes on alcohol and tobacco four times and increased fees for all state functions even getting a driver's license (up 43%).

His administration paid $15,000 to settle a lawsuit because he tried to pressure a television station to fire a reporter who was critical of him.

I like him. I think he is funny and cool. I just don't want him in politics.
Power is nothing till you use it.

nathanm

#7
February 18, 2011, 09:40:37 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on February 18, 2011, 07:44:40 AM
Are you implying that being a minister makes one insane?
No, not implying, outright stating. If he were a minister of Scientology, I'm sure you'd agree.
"Labor is prior to and independent of capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration" --Abraham Lincoln

Gaspar

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February 18, 2011, 09:58:12 AM
Quote from: nathanm on February 18, 2011, 09:40:37 AM
No, not implying, outright stating. If he were a minister of Scientology, I'm sure you'd agree.

No.  I don't think any religion automatically classifies someone as insane.  I thinks actions do. 

I have several friends who are Muslim, Hindu, and Christian.  My friend Subra worships an elephant.  He is very sane, even brilliant at times. 

Because you don't agree with the tenants of a particular religion, does not automatically make the practitioner a lesser person than you.

When attacked by a mob of clowns, always go for the juggler.

Townsend

#9
February 18, 2011, 10:00:04 AM
Quote from: nathanm on February 18, 2011, 09:40:37 AM
No, not implying, outright stating. If he were a minister of Scientology, I'm sure you'd agree.

Doesn't necessarily make you insane though.  It could just make you a liar or confidence man.

nathanm

#10
February 18, 2011, 10:45:58 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on February 18, 2011, 09:58:12 AM
Because you don't agree with the tenants of a particular religion, does not automatically make the practitioner a lesser person than you.
Insanity does not make a person lesser than another person. Some of the greatest thinkers and artists throughout history have been insane. Nor does insanity in one part of your life necessarily mean that you can't accomplish great things in other parts of your life where the insanity does not rule.

And I think you need to read more about Scientology. ;)
"Labor is prior to and independent of capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration" --Abraham Lincoln

Gaspar

#11
February 18, 2011, 12:22:41 PM
Quote from: nathanm on February 18, 2011, 10:45:58 AM
Insanity does not make a person lesser than another person. Some of the greatest thinkers and artists throughout history have been insane. Nor does insanity in one part of your life necessarily mean that you can't accomplish great things in other parts of your life where the insanity does not rule.

And I think you need to read more about Scientology. ;)

Why are you talking about Scientology?

Anywho, I was just analyzing your statement "Huckabee is pretty sane for a preacher."  I wanted you to confirm that you believe "preachers" to be insane, and you did.  I then wanted to be sure you were applying this classification to other religions as well and you do.  I am satisfied in confirming my assumptions. 

This will come up again at another time.

You may continue to deflect with Scientology now.
When attacked by a mob of clowns, always go for the juggler.

nathanm

#12
February 18, 2011, 01:06:32 PM
I bring up Scientology because it is a religion that most everyone who is not a Scientologist can see is completely nutty and has exactly as much fact backing it up as Christianity or any other religion.

I think it's funny that people think that hearing voices isn't a hallmark of insanity as long as the person claiming to have heard voices is a Christian and the voice is claimed to be God's.
"Labor is prior to and independent of capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration" --Abraham Lincoln

Conan71

#13
February 18, 2011, 01:49:55 PM
Quote from: RecycleMichael on February 18, 2011, 08:38:25 AM
Huckabee once advocated isolating AIDS patients from the general public and opposed increased federal funding in the search for a cure.

As Governor of Arkansas, he was roundly critized for creating state jobs for people who had given him personal gifts. One year, the gifts from 20 people were valued at twice his state salary. He once rebuked for claiming that $70,000 of furniture given to the state mansion was his. Inaugural funds were used to buy wardrobe for his wife. He was sanctioned five times by the state ethics commission for his ethical lapses.

In his ten years as governor, he raised gasoline taxes, raised the state sales tax three times, taxes on alcohol and tobacco four times and increased fees for all state functions even getting a driver's license (up 43%).

His administration paid $15,000 to settle a lawsuit because he tried to pressure a television station to fire a reporter who was critical of him.

I like him. I think he is funny and cool. I just don't want him in politics.

Are you talking about Huckabee or Clinton?  I can't tell the difference  ;)
"It has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the first" -Ronald Reagan

Conan71

#14
February 18, 2011, 01:50:11 PM
Quote from: nathanm on February 18, 2011, 01:06:32 PM
I bring up Scientology because it is a religion that most everyone who is not a Scientologist can see is completely nutty and has exactly as much fact backing it up as Christianity or any other religion.

I think it's funny that people think that hearing voices isn't a hallmark of insanity as long as the person claiming to have heard voices is a Christian and the voice is claimed to be God's.

Practice tolerance much?
"It has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the first" -Ronald Reagan
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