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QUOTE (whitesoxfan101 @ May 23, 2008 -> 11:00 PM) Well cheating is generally pretty stupid and people who cheat are generally being stupid to do so. With that in mind, it should be no surprise that people cheat down the majority of the time, because the act itself is stupid, and thus the taste of the person doing it will often follow suit in that regard. They will cheat up or down based on availability, willingness, and a host of other factors. BTW, most women cheat because they are bored, men for acceptance and power.

If we do settle on a Hot Chix list, how about limiting the possibilities in some way. Perhaps pick either models, actors, musicians, athletes, era, TV, or etc. With a limitless pool, the winner may be on two lists and you could wind up with 100 names all with one vote.

Happy Birthday!! I do miss the old work days when you were banking.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 30, 2008 -> 09:27 PM) Or unions? Exactly, and when the government starts restricting speech about itself, we're in trouble. I assume they would allow positive messages and cheering.

Everyone here has the opportunity to edit or delete their own posts. You put it up, you can put it down. Seems like a friendly thing to do. No one here is earning a living off this, we aren't after Pulitzer prizes. When we get so full of ourselves we can't allow people to retract their posts, priorities are seriously out of order.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 30, 2008 -> 03:17 PM) Please, name some. When I contribute to a 527, or to a candidate, it is not a tax deductible contribution. When I give to the NRA, it's tax deductible, but that money is at some level required to be used for work other than political work. If you're going to be working for one side, then the money you raise can't be tax-deductible. The NRA directly donates to candidates. They publish voters guides to the candidates most gun friendly. Are you seriously advocating the government establishing what Churches can discuss in their buildings? How would you enforce it? Could Pastors send in sermons to a government agency for pre-approval so they do not run afoul of the new laws? Apathy is rampant in our society, why stop Americans from getting involved? And why stop at Churches? How about the Lions, Elk Club, Rotary Int'l, DAR, should they too be forbidden to discuss politics or have their tax exempt status revoked?

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 30, 2008 -> 03:10 PM) No one's asking you to do any of those things. The whole reason this is a question is not because there's some logical reason why it's a bad thing for religious people to have an influence on politics, or because they shouldn't be able to talk about some things...it's because of the gigantic tax advantages given to religious institutions. If you want to be a tax advantaged charity, then at some level, you do need to be below the fray. Otherewise, you're in the classic situation of one party getting in power and giving bigger tax advantages to charities that do the work supporting that party. Once you clean up groups like the NRA, AARP, NAACP, then start talking about Churches. What party do Churches belong to? Two of the biggest Bible thumpers around here are PA (who is noticeably absent lately) and myself. So which party has the advantage?

Then why not mention of tremendous amount of community service that is given by those same Churches? AMERICANS allowed that tax advantage. They also offer tax free advantages to purely partisan groups as well. Why not start there?

I am an American. I work a job, I volunteer in my community, and I damn well will not give up my rights to make an impact in my community, nation, and world, because I attend Church. My opinion and vote is just as valid as an atheist. People can gather any damn place they want to discuss how to make their community and nation better.

Isn't the woman with the glasses from Top Chef? Her and her gf were both in this season's shows.

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QUOTE (BigSqwert @ May 30, 2008 -> 09:56 AM) You need to go here: https://www.donotcall.gov/ It's more fun getting them to hang up on me. My favorite ender is "I don't have a credit card, I'm only 12" But I may do that soon.

I love telesales companies. I just got the call for a free satellite TV system, EVERYTHING included. Press 1 "Hello Satellite promotions, thank you for your interest in satellite TV" "Thank you, the message said EVERYTHING was included?!" "Yes it is, we include EVERYTHING you need . . . it includes blah blah blah" "Wow! What TV does it come with?" "Excuse me?" "What TV does it come with? I assume I would need a TV and I do not have one?" "You would have to buy a TV" "But you said EVERYTHING was included to begin enjoying satellite TV programming, how would I enjoy it without a TV?"

Then in a few years perhaps Phil Jackson will get tired of the LA lifestyle and want to move to Chicago. Tex Winter still alive? Welcome back your dreams were your ticket out, Welcome back . . . Meh, I'm underwhelmed.

QUOTE (FlaSoxxJim @ May 30, 2008 -> 05:05 AM) Piffle, I'm putting Zappa top 1-9, and letting the Beatles slip in at number 10. Since the category said artist, I would assume that groups would be out.

The Cubs get the coverage but we corner the market on blow up dolls

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It does not sound to serious. That's good news.

America, It's Time to Change Your Sox

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 29, 2008 -> 07:56 PM) 30-23 +2 games (Twins lead KC 5-0 in 7th) Sweet!

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 29, 2008 -> 08:25 AM) Ugh. First lady's would be way better! Sexist. Would we include Bill? That one would be tough.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ May 29, 2008 -> 08:02 AM) Based on that test, I think I'd trust McCain or Obama over most of the recent Presidents. Exceptions: Carter and Bush I. Seems like an interesting topic, I added a poll to the 'buster. I wish I had added if it is the same person you would vote for.

For those with kids.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 29, 2008 -> 07:20 AM) Lol. For all of the Presidents we have had over the last generations that you could trust... Isn't that sad. I use the babysitter test. Which First couple would I want babysitting my kids? In my lifetime, I'd have to go with either the Carters or the elder Bush. Bill and Hillary would be at the bottom of the list. Of the current crop of candidates, I'd probably just stay home and watch them myself. But if that was not an option Obama = McCain > Clinton

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 28, 2008 -> 05:34 PM) What, the realization that this was one President you couldn't trust? Imagine the scale of deceit. I really can understand him not believing it is all a lie.