Texsox

QUOTE(Rex Kicka** @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 07:43 PM) The morning show's existence has already been scrubbed from the website. 10 people fired. The program Director, the Morning Show, the Promotions Director, the morning Producer and two others (probably interns or part timers) Not really their fault, but probably the smartest thing from a ratings point of view.

Eventually we have to discuss the race issue and if America has reached a point where we "live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character." I pray he is judged against the same criteria as every other candidate. We will advance our society forward if he wins or loses based on his vision for America and not only our vision of him. This race will be historic. There are some heavy weight contenders that can light up a room. Some seasoned savvy politicos who can maneuver the back alleys. Is America ready to break the mold of old white guys? I do not believe it is hyperbole to say this will be the most exiting and historic race in our lifetimes. With the backdrop of war and social issues, with candidates getting serious consideration who would have been rejected based on sex and religion, this is going to be a turning point in American history. /grabs another beer.

One factor that I believe is essential is integrity. Another is the cheerleader factor. Reagan was outstanding because he made America feel good about themselves after Watergate and Carter. It was the second coming of the Beatles. They arrived as the nation wanted to move past Kennedy. Reagan walked tall and talked tough, and was damn handsome to boot. You know, he should have been a Texan, not a Californian. Clinton started off like that, rockin' to Fleetwood Mac after a couple of old people was great for America. His personal character flaws killed that by his second term. Is Obama of sound morals and citizenship? We'll find out soon. Is he a powerful speaker that can galvanize the nation? We'll see.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 05:33 PM) I should probably make a separate thread for this, but I want CONCRETE reasons why this guy is presidential material. Not the fluffy bulls***. REAL reasons. Who was the last President who had concrete reasons for running? We haven't elected someone with Federal experience in God knows when. We like Governors not Congressmen and Senators.

Update, morning show pulled off the air.

QUOTE(Kid Gleason @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 05:50 PM) Wow...get a better life. I corrected your post.

Not every Boras deal is a dragged out slug fest. Crede is not one of Boras' premier clients, and I am certain these are the kind of deals that are his bread and butter. Grab his percentage quickly off a Crede contract and save your time, and your staff's time, for bigger fish. QUOTE(RockRaines @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 01:37 PM) I second that. One person in the world says we are overpaying on this one year deal. Wonder why?\ But that's the truth, we are just blinded by team loyalty

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 01:27 PM) 25,000 a big deal? maybe in a year Congrats spamsox! Thanks for loaning me your spammaster2000

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 01:05 PM) If Joe Crede were a Red Sox Rednwhite "How can you say that the Red Sox aren't the best, they just signed one of the best 3rd basemen in the league. Look at his numbers and how they matched up to Arod and Chavez. My god isnt Theo a genius." Joe Crede the White Sox player. Rednwhite "You are getting hosed, paying a player double from his salary last year. Mike Lowell is healthy at least."

Damn, I hadn't noticed. Now that I looked I also noticed I'm not #3 anymore. Thank You for not banning me.

QUOTE(NorthSideSox72 @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 12:52 PM) Go two posts up. He isn't in, he formed a committee. Probably in, though. It's splitting hairs but at this point, IMHO, he's in. He may jump out on 2/10, but for now he took the first step.

He's In Announced via his web site.

QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 12:12 PM) New electrical work, good plumbing/pipes, efficient windows (keeps energy costs down), non creaky floors. There are a lot of major perks to having a new house as opposed to one built in 1900. The downside is character. There is something special about old homes. Of course the infrastructure should be solid or big problems can erupt. I love creaky floors and stairs. I love old worn wood on hand rails and other surfaces. I dislike the too small closets, tiny kitchens, etc.

http://www.edgeofexistence.org/home.asp

I don't actually play

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 10:45 AM) Because the only thing I trust more than the government in their ability to design an effective system is Microsoft...

It is too damn cold here today. I've been waiting for it to warm up before venturing to the store and it hasn't moved past 39 degrees. That's not why I moved here dammit.

QUOTE(bmags @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 10:05 AM) maybe Iraq should switch to the gas chamber, shooting range, etc. This hanging thing just ain't working out. also, tex is throwin some burn sauce in this thread. I wish it was someone other than Nuke taking that stand. I respect that he's in a war zone. The thirst for revenge would be high if I learned that something had happened to him, but I believe I would be firm in my leave them in prison to rot view. Their society created rules and laws and violating those laws resulted in torture and death. Our society created rules and laws and violating those laws resulted in torture and death. I just don't see how we are leading by example. Anyone see the irony in this topic title?

QUOTE(Leonard Zelig @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 09:20 AM) I thought KW's assistant, I can't remember his name, handled the dealings with Boras. Dammit, remember to include the Rally Crede

I was the only Sox fan in my family, suffered through channel 44 and snowy pictures. I can't really remember ever not being a Sox fan, but I also have some great memories at Wrigley as a kid. Walking up the ramp, seeing the sunshine and ivy, Getting Ernie Bank's autograph. I could have easily gone to the dark side but, what cemented the relationship was getting my driver's license during the Southside Hit Men era. Flat out fun, winning or losing.

QUOTE(knightni @ Jan 16, 2007 -> 01:25 AM) That's easy. The Ocean. What does a music legend have to do with this?

Seems like we need a Soxtalk clan . . .

Every Dread Zepplin tune . . . Black Dog is particularly sweet.

QUOTE(chimpy2121 @ Jan 15, 2007 -> 11:44 PM) I never thought I'd be made fun of for not having a level 60 in the game while I've only played for 2 months. Not even one?? After two months?? Do you like have a life or something? What character are you building?

All this comes at a time when the Sox have one of the highest payrolls in baseball. I can't imagine how even smaller payrolls manage this. It's cut off your nuts time every year.