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I'll miss his iconic look. Someone get him tickets down the third base line

QUOTE(Middle Buffalo @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:51 PM) I, however, will be rooting for another Bartman-like collapse because my parents failed in this area. I really wanted a last day of the season, bottom of the tenth, loss. But I just want to help them keep that lovable loser mantra.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:35 PM) The Blackhawks have to be one of the potentially greatest deals left in professional sports. They have to be undervalued from a franchise standpoint, because they have been so incredibly underutilized as a business, its not even funny. An owner could probably double the franchise value in 5 years with a combination of smart moves, guts, and a little bit of luck. And unlike the NFL, MLB, and the NBA, there isn't enough of a coolness factor in being an NHL owner to attract wannabees. A serious bid probably would not have much competition. But it really just takes two guys with big egos or Scott Boras to raise the price beyond your scenario.

Would wearing a Sox jersey be almost troll like? If SS was the hall monitor, a kid wearing a Sox jersey would be *banned* before he crossed the threshold

It is rare that something is perfectly aligned with no evidence to the contrary. Two people can look at the same thing and come to two different conclusions. Things go from fuzzy to clear like twisting the rings on binoculars. And to be stuck with the first diagnose and response is wrong.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:22 PM) Too bad Bill wasn't acting White enough. Then he would have been OK. So who exactly are the decency police and where is the manual of what is acceptable and what is not for sale at? Never mention a difference. Doesn't matter if you are black or white, never, ever, acknowledge there may be differences. Not in genetics, not in environment, not in speech, never ever. As a matter of fact we are all clear.

Let's rewrite the headlines Craig Stalling for Time Craig Premature in Withdrawl

I've been making presentations for them, encouraging donations via payroll donations. Someone asked how I could stand up four or five times a day and ask people for money. The looks on peoples faces when they see all the groups they are helping with their donations is priceless. This morning a Department head at the school I was visiting stood up and shared how several UW agencies helped her twenty years ago when she fled a domestic abuse situation. From emergency shelter, to food and clothing, UW agencies were there for her. All I had to do after that was tell them how to fill out the form.

The more I think about this, the better the teaching moment becomes. And I really like the blue shirt solution. Son, you do not have to cheer, but respect that they are enjoying winning, and don't piss on it. Their enjoyment doesn't mean you lose. Wow. If only a few religions, political parties, and other ideologs would understand that.

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:12 PM) ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Except for BigSqwert. He, the mythical beast they call Liberal. Nothing fires me up more than the phrase "Democrats believe" ok, that and border fences, balanced budgets, unions, and old school catchers.

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:11 PM) The fact that Hillary's camp managed to get a GQ story that was critical of her squashed (by way of saying they'd lose access to Bill), has now been on the top stories board on both the Trib and CNN web page all day. Nice to see those two working together. Too bad Hillary couldn't cut off access to Bill when Monica was around

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:07 PM) You know, you're right - I shouldn't say "you all" - but I will say the "typical" liberal. Most of you here aren't to that level, so thanks for the correction. I think who we have here are more the mainstream Democrats than the mythical ones that get pin poked. Which perhaps adds to the b.s. factor.

QUOTE(knightni @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:02 PM) Don't Taze Me Bro! : The Game

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 02:04 PM) I rate it about the same, but since it's a "conservative" you all want to take pot shots at how bad he is. I thought O'Reilly was more of a centralist? I could listen without barfing and popping some extra Tenormin™ so he can't be that conservative

NSS, that makes a lot of sense, I know many times it is only later, when I'm driving or such that I think, what the hell was Kap thinking? Even if later I don't agree, it always makes me feel better if I understand why someone feels that way. Unless of course they have proven to be an idiot, then I let it slide.

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 01:57 PM) Well, if Jesse or Al were full time employees of some major network, they might get fired too. But, as they are basically unemployed, what's there to fire them from? I love that observation. We've only been firing guys for statements like this for 20 years. Al Campanis was the first I can think of. And it is interesting that the coverage, IIRC, was he made racially insensitive remarks, not that he *was* a racist. His record was pretty spotless at that point. Some people pointed to the hiring of Tommy Lasorda over a black candidate, but look at Lasorda's record, they done pretty good with that hiring.

When you read or hear someone of good character and intelligence say something you find unfathomable, what do you do? Do you even give it a second thought? The Vick dog fighting thing has me thinking. I found comments by Sanders, Whoopie and others to be so off base, so wrong, I could not image anyone actually saying them. Similar to some of the Mr. KapCleveland2k5 posts I've read through the years. My reflex is always to try and figure out why they believe that. I know they aren't uneducated, amoral, fools, so there must be some underlying logic. So I ask, does anyone even pause and try to understand the other side? I know that asking questions and probing around here usually ends in an argument, but there are other places to research.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 09:10 AM) The point is, sometimes things are subjective. However, if it doesn't fit your agenda or way of thinking, it must be biased.

QUOTE(RibbieRubarb @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 12:05 PM) His school doesn't have uniforms. We're torn between a blue shirt and the Kong jersey... blue shirt, have you seen the Sox record?

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 11:50 AM) Also interesting in the article was Toyota paying workers as little as $12 an hour in their new plants.... Now we are even getting down into Wal-Mart wage territory... I wonder where they will find employees willing to work for those wages?

QUOTE(Kid Gleason @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 11:42 AM) Well, it's that and your ass. But really, you could throw your kid a blue shirt even if he/she is a Sox fan. That way the kid won't stick out like a sore thumb if he/she really doesn't wish to wear a Cubs shirt. Another great suggestion

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 11:43 AM) I find this perspective intriguing... Thank you for posting that, I would have missed it and it perfectly sums up my feelings.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Sep 26, 2007 -> 11:34 AM) Because Nike's racist. Speaking of racist, what is the racial diversity of your tin foil hat organization? What track record of promoting minorities does your organization have? Jesse Jackson is so going to be on your ass with a boycott. I'm starting the plastic wrap society

His sons?! I'm here wishing they put a for sale sign up. There is no evidence that they would be any better. Sell and enjoy the fruits of dad's labor.