BigSqwert

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Jul 10, 2008 -> 11:24 AM) I'd like to see ONE of these candidates promote a program or policy set that would actually make government less wasteful and more efficient. As of now, both candidates, and for the most part both parties, have stances on the issue that are mildly delusional. The Democrats see a problem - need for alternative energy, lousy schools, etc. - and their reaction is to throw money at government agencies to solve the problem. This is incredibly flawed. Most government agencies are hugely wasteful, and don't contribute as much to the economy as the private sector. Why they think this is the answer is beyond me. Then you have the Republicans, who think that if you simply cut budgets by X%, you will magically make government more efficient. Have any of these guys and gals ever actually functioned in the business world? If you take an already inefficient agency or department, and simply cut their budget by some amount of money, what do you think the result will be? It won't be more efficient government. It will be less efficient, with less services delivered (probably even more of a drop than the spending reduction), because the people left are all lifers who are just protecting their jobs. This is an assinine method for reducing government waste. How about a real program. How about we get some non-government business fire teams (consultants) to analyze these agencies and departments as businesses, and follow their recommendations. That may mean spending more in some places (where they are relatively efficient, or where staffing shortages are decimating their services), and spending less in other places (where money is being wasted). Put actual, real performance standards in place, and here's a novel idea... reward good performance. Look at outsourcing to private industry. Use the money saved from the spending cuts (which are now targeted in an intelligent way) to cut taxes, or fund areas that need more help, or pay off some debt, or hire more competent people at higher salaries (since you will have fewer people doing the work). Or heck, all the above. Please, someone in power, be serious about cutting government waste. I'm tired of this grade school campaign trail garbage that won't do a damn thing. I think www.NorthSideSox72_for_President_2012.com is still available.

Now all we have to do is to petition to not have the pre-May 14th games count for anyone.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Jul 10, 2008 -> 11:34 AM) A lot of people keep calling Obama out for throwing people under the bus. Why don't they do it for examples like this? Let me just add that I personally think the accusations of candidates throwing people under the bus is ridiculous. If a supporter/surrogate says something stupid what else do you expect the candidate to do? Agree with them?

A lot of people keep calling Obama out for throwing people under the bus. Why don't they do it for examples like this?

QUOTE (joemg311 @ Jul 10, 2008 -> 10:19 AM) With the text message method of setting the number as every recipient I have been able to send quite the number of votes. I can set 10 recipients at onces, so I can send 10 votes at a time, and just keep resending it. I can do about 100 votes per minute until the barrage of confirmation responses come rolling on in. Some times it takes a bit for the confirmations so I can get 500-1000 votes before my phone is a slave to the 500-1000 texts back from MLB saying I have voted for DYE. At that point I just have to let my phone sit for 15 minutes but its a nice break. Make sure you have unlimited texting like I do before you go this route unless you want the largest phone bill of all time.

Dye 0 for 10 since we put up the voting widget on this site.

I wasn't following the game thread but did anyone else laugh when Hawk mentioned that minor league ball girl scaled the wall and catch a foul ball? Hilarious. Too bad DJ called him out on it and let him know it was a hoax. He would have been telling that story for years.

Case closed

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Jul 9, 2008 -> 03:13 PM) Get rid of the electoral college and only allow ballots to people with a 90 I.Q. or higher. http://wilderdom.com/intelligence/IQWhatScoresMean.html

Get rid of the electoral college and only allow ballots to people with a 90 I.Q. or higher.

QUOTE (Benchwarmerjim @ Jul 9, 2008 -> 04:07 PM) that was ugly Well at least you know the Twins will get a lot of help at the trade deadline.....oh wait, they never do. Sorry. I had to.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jul 9, 2008 -> 01:22 PM) Was that a rumor or did Linebrink really say "I stink" after the game? If he did, it shows some balls and it might be worth giving him the ball one more time. I personally prefer results from my closer over attitude.

QUOTE (RME JICO @ Jul 9, 2008 -> 01:30 PM) I wouldn't mind seeing Dotel as the Closer, but I would just go with the hot hand. And that isn't Linebrink right now.

Nice to see the Twins on their way to getting swept. *knock on wood*

I'm 100% with you on this one GH. It can be maddening at times trying to figure out wtf is going on when you tune in mid-game.

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QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jul 9, 2008 -> 12:17 AM) I don't think I am, but I really think Harden is the "throw-in," if you will, in this deal. Gaudin will stay healthy and become a middle of the rotation starter for the Cubs while Harden is a huge wildcard in the entire deal; if he's healthy for 80 more innings this season, it's a steal for the Cubs, but if he breaks down and makes 3 more starts all season - and with the Cubs history with injury prone starters, I think that's the more likely route - it's a great deal for Oakland. I'm sure Beane figures Harden is due for one or two more starts and then he's DL bound again and only god knows when he'll start again, and going to the Cubs will only hurt him further. I'd say go ahead and pencil Harden in as the next talented Cubs pitcher to have his career as a starter ruined due to injury. You don't think you're the throw-in?

Why didn't you guys list my name, Runelvys?

All I can say is that the only Sox player I went out of my way to see every at bat was Frank Thomas. Granted that was in his heyday.

What an awesome night. Watching the game on crappy non-HD DirecTv, Jose sucks, and the Tigers and Twins will most likely win.

QUOTE (daa84 @ Jul 8, 2008 -> 07:19 PM) when its all said and done the extension to jose may go down as KWs worst move as a GM, its certainly up there at least ryan dempster just walked 4 guys to force in a run Didn't KW trade for Todd Ritchie?

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 8, 2008 -> 07:46 PM) Contreras looks like horses*** now....I can't believe some people actually said he's be the one they want starting in the playoffs. ^^^^

http://www.soxtalk.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=66012

QUOTE (Athomeboy_2000 @ Jul 8, 2008 -> 01:30 PM) "I think a person who owns a pet is a more compassionate person -- caring, giving, trustworthy. I like pet owners," said Janet Taylor of Plymouth, Mass. What a crock of s***. Disclaimer: This is coming from a vegan.

QUOTE (Rex Kicka** @ Jul 8, 2008 -> 11:47 AM) I love that Barack and I are on first name terms. Wow. I didn't realize that's your real first name.