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Split 5 to 4, Supreme Court Rejects Nevada Church’s Challenge to Shutdown Restrictions
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, a 5 - 4 split, seems to me like both 'sides' are splitting hairs on this one. :P
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@AnneWimsey I'm all for church/state separation, but the 'flat 50' vs 50% difference seems arbitrary to me.
Split 5 to 4, Supreme Court Rejects Nevada Church’s Challenge to Shutdown Restrictions
dermot235 comments on Jul 25, 2020:
WTF are the 4 thinking about
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
I'm all for church/state separation, but the 'flat 50' vs 50% difference seems arbitrary to me.
I'm not sure if this is old news rehashed or whether it is fresh evidence?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 25, 2020:
. . . hmmmm https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/collective-evolution/
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@FrayedBear If you have a credible, reliable way of finding-out about websites' reliability/credibility, the 'world' is looking for it.
Pretenders [youtu.be]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 25, 2020:
(from rollingstone.com) The song was the starting point for the Pretenders’ new album, Hate for Sale, which comes out Friday. Guitarist James Walbourne came up with the title, shared it with Hynde and they worked out the music together for that song and the rest of the LP’s nine other tracks....
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@bingst https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/pretenders-you-cant-hurt-a-fool-video-1029901/
I'm not sure if this is old news rehashed or whether it is fresh evidence?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 25, 2020:
. . . hmmmm https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/collective-evolution/
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@FrayedBear . . . that is an ODD (and unfair) question from a "intuitively not bought/read/watched mainstram media for 30+ years" person ! . . . pot, meet kettle
Is it me or are we not seeing a lot of new members lately ?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . I count 66 joined since July 1
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@maturin1919 I have (and will continue) 'called-out' interlopers, but do you have **evidence** of 'paid shills' ?
I'm not sure if this is old news rehashed or whether it is fresh evidence?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 25, 2020:
. . . hmmmm https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/collective-evolution/
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@FrayedBear "republishes" I have, and will continue to, 'chastise' posters for NOT posting original source(s), especially if the (alleged) source is nothing-more than an 'aggregator' like apple news or yahoo news or FB. IMO those don't qualify as journalism. The premise of your 'metaphor' is that there IS a baby, and it IS in the bathwater being thrown-out ! :P That is what fact-checkers are for, provide better one(s) if you have them.
Is it me or are we not seeing a lot of new members lately ?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . I count 66 joined since July 1
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@maturin1919 How many are "paid shills" or 'trolls' intentionally spreading "fake news/crapola" ? . . . also (I would say) apples/oranges, this website has a 'targeted' audience.
I'm not sure if this is old news rehashed or whether it is fresh evidence?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 25, 2020:
. . . hmmmm https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/collective-evolution/
FearlessFly replies on Jul 25, 2020:
@FrayedBear . . . and the comparison of a "broken mechanical clock" and a "quackery level pseudoscience website" is ludicrous. Even IF a clock is correct twice, no way to know when (IF) that happens. NO way to KNOW when/IF a website could be correct without corroboration from other sources. In the case of RT, other russians who contradict Putin publicly don't fare well -- I don't think that is an 'illusion'. :P If you have a credible, reliable way of finding-out about websites' reliability/credibility, the 'world' is looking for it.
Is it me or are we not seeing a lot of new members lately ?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . I count 66 joined since July 1
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@UrsiMajor . . . nice, but that's kinda apples/oranges
I laughed bigly watching this. [youtu.be]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . youth is WASTED (see what I did there ? ) on the young ! :O
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@hankster (pedantic) Actually you LIE (down) :)
I laughed bigly watching this. [youtu.be]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . youth is WASTED (see what I did there ? ) on the young ! :O
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@hankster . . . it's hard work, but SOMEBODY **has to**
I laughed bigly watching this. [youtu.be]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . youth is WASTED (see what I did there ? ) on the young ! :O
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@hankster . . . "when I was young and irresponsible, I was young and irresponsible" :)
Google reportedly keeps tabs on usage of rival Android apps to develop competitors Data has been ...
Wildflower comments on Jul 24, 2020:
Google keeps tabs on everything we do!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
a) only if "we" use Google services :P b) in THIS case, doesn't tracking competing apps violate anti-trust ?
What Movies, TV Shows, and Games Have You Enjoyed of Late?
Cutiebeauty comments on Jul 24, 2020:
Yankee Doodle Dandy - James Cagney Superb movie..
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
I 'get' the entertainment aspect of musicals, but for me, good drama is about the "willing suspension of disbelief". Since I don't (ever) encounter folks 'breaking-out in song' in 'real' life, most musicals don't qualify :( Cabaret -- where all the singing is in the cabaret -- is certainly an exception.
Millions erroneously think ‘Secular’ is synonymous with ‘non-religious’.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . why not provide source(s) for the claim ? https://www.secularism.org.uk/what-is-secularism.html . . .btw, it is not clear-to-me, that secularism is **vital** for world peace. I advocate a 'constructed' universal language like Esperanto (there are others).
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@Grecio . . . first, post(s) making claims (especially ones that purport of "millions erroneous") SHOULD provide evidence (sources). Why would Critical Thinkers be expected to take anyones' word-for-it ? . . . second, while I'm all-in-favor of secularism, I don't think it is VITAL for peace (I do think it is useful). Imagine if the entire world population ALL spoke the SAME language -- don't you think there would be less war (not claiming it would be eliminated) ?
The US Constitution requires it. :)
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, exactly WHERE is separation of church/state actually IN the Constitution ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@BestWithoutGods . . . well, when it comes to SCOTUS, I don't think "nice" has anything to do with it. :O
The US Constitution requires it. :)
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, exactly WHERE is separation of church/state actually IN the Constitution ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@BestWithoutGods . . . these crucial words : "often interpreted to require separation of church and state" "Though not explicitly stated in the First Amendment" . . . refute the **absolute** requirement claim, even if historically sometimes INTERPRETED that way, there ARE different interpretations and there could be more coming. . . . don't misunderstand -- I'm a FFRF member
The US Constitution requires it. :)
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, exactly WHERE is separation of church/state actually IN the Constitution ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@BestWithoutGods . . . that's YOUR opinion. "The US Constitution requires it" Perhaps it's better not to make outlandish claims without evidence ! . . . btw, in the book (a very good read) : https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1261723 . . . there is mention of ~39 'drafts' for amendments, twelve were actually submitted. Which two were NOT adopted ? That's right, the first and second ! :O :P
The US Constitution requires it. :)
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, exactly WHERE is separation of church/state actually IN the Constitution ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@BestWithoutGods . . . hmmm, SCOTUS does NOT agree with your opinions https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-court-religion/u-s-supreme-court-endorses-taxpayer-funds-for-religious-schools-idUSKBN2412FX https://billofrightsinstitute.org/cases/ https://www.crf-usa.org/bill-of-rights-in-action/bria-13-4-c-should-government-aid-students-attending-parochial-schools
The US Constitution requires it. :)
FearlessFly comments on Jul 24, 2020:
. . . hmmm, exactly WHERE is separation of church/state actually IN the Constitution ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
@BestWithoutGods Establishment/Free exercise are not the same thing as requiring government/church separation. "In God We Trust" on our government issued currency. :O
Do you ever 'question' the BLM movement ?
RoboGraham comments on Jul 24, 2020:
It's not available.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 24, 2020:
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/endgame-aids-in-black-america/ or https://www.thirteen.org/programs/frontline/frontline-aids-black-america/
I'd Love to Change the World (Stereo Quad Mix) · Ten Years After [youtube.com]
Justme43 comments on Jul 23, 2020:
This selection reminded me of a tune we liked to sing along with. Brings back memories alright! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlR0KElxxVg
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
@Justme43 "Anyone who remembers the 60s, probably wasn't there" -- Robin Williams". :O :P
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altschmerz comments on Jul 23, 2020:
How do you know they commented?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
@altschmerz . . . possible, I s'pose. But this has happened multiple times.
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altschmerz comments on Jul 23, 2020:
How do you know they commented?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . conclusion reached only by me not receiving double points (repeatedly on posts like this)
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Bierbasstard comments on Jul 23, 2020:
Maybe I am misreading this (?) How does a person that has blocked you comment/reply on one of your posts? They should not be able to see it. OK so, rethinking... You made a post They commented Then they blocked you? That would delete their comment from your post. By forfeit, the next...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . have been blocked by this person for weeks, and these are posts by others. . . . I'm "jumping to the conclusion" that this user has comment(s) since, when I comment, I do not get double points (has happened repeatedly, especially with this person).
When will '3D' printed chicken nuggets make it to a KFC near you ?
hankster comments on Jul 23, 2020:
man that is so weird. meat print. does it make real meat or is it just made from the same stuff meat is?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
(from bizjournals.com) "The 3D printed nuggets will be as close as possible in both taste and appearance to the original KFC product, as KFC will provide its partner with all of the necessary ingredients, such as breading and spices, to achieve the brand's signature taste. Biomeat has exactly the same microelements as the original product, the release continued, and does not harm animals in the process of its creation. Receiving a final product for testing is already planned for the fall of 2020 in Moscow." . . . does that answer your "real meat or is it just made from the same stuff meat is" 'question' ? . . . I guess that's what's called "The itty bitty pieces-parts" :O :)
I'd Love to Change the World (Stereo Quad Mix) · Ten Years After [youtube.com]
Justme43 comments on Jul 23, 2020:
This selection reminded me of a tune we liked to sing along with. Brings back memories alright! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlR0KElxxVg
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . I'm guessing, unlike Redheadedgammy below, you weren't "smoking a bong" at the time(s) :O :)
Popular Chinese-Made Drone Is Found to Have Security Weakness Researchers found a potential ...
FrayedBear comments on Jul 23, 2020:
How paranoid are the paranoid & why? Does simple projection explain it?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . just because you are paranoid doesn't mean they are NOT out to get you :O :)
UK and US say Russia fired a satellite weapon in space [bbc.co.uk]
bobwjr comments on Jul 23, 2020:
Trump will wait for instructions from Putin
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . see my response to CutieBeauty below :O
Are parody songs written by an algorithm fair use or a copyright violation ? Why/not ?
Paddypereira comments on Jul 23, 2020:
Well, what he does is parody cover versions. So it depends on the band/artist to decide whether to charge or not for the use of intellectual property.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
@Paddypereira most musical artists historically are not copyright holders . . . https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20190605-nine-most-notorious-copyright-cases-in-music-history https://99designs.com/blog/tips/5-famous-copyright-infringement-cases/ https://www.rollingstone.com/pro/features/music-copyright-lawsuits-chilling-effect-935310/
Are parody songs written by an algorithm fair use or a copyright violation ? Why/not ?
Paddypereira comments on Jul 23, 2020:
Well, what he does is parody cover versions. So it depends on the band/artist to decide whether to charge or not for the use of intellectual property.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
@Paddypereira . . . oh sure, an artist would never complain about THREE NOTES : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Sweet_Lord#Copyright_infringement_suit
UK and US say Russia fired a satellite weapon in space [bbc.co.uk]
Cutiebeauty comments on Jul 23, 2020:
This could get bad very quickly...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
Perhaps Trump will recall his remarks from his meeting with Putin in Helsinki in 2018: "I have great confidence in my intelligence people, but I will tell you that President Putin was extremely strong and powerful in his denial today. ... President Putin says it's not Russia. I don't see any reason why it would be."
Are parody songs written by an algorithm fair use or a copyright violation ? Why/not ?
Paddypereira comments on Jul 23, 2020:
Well, what he does is parody cover versions. So it depends on the band/artist to decide whether to charge or not for the use of intellectual property.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
. . . don't think it is "up to the band", the lawsuit is initiated by the "International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, which represents major and independent record companies."
UK and US say Russia fired a satellite weapon in space [bbc.co.uk]
Druvius comments on Jul 23, 2020:
So? Trump decided to spit on our international treaty obligation not to militarize space with his Space Force. Russia and China would be idiots if they didn't follow suit.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
For Trump, who sees little obligation to terrestrial law -- seems like space is a no-brainer (see what I did there ? ), and IMO, inevitable.
VERY important news - it transpires that Gary Larson is releasing new work, from time to time, on ...
2bisgoodenuff comments on Jul 23, 2020:
The day it happens should be declared a national holiday 🎉👏🏼
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
"THE DAILY DOSE" . . . I think THAT means it happens EVERY day Every day is a holiday, yay ! :O :) :)
If a person that has blocked me has 'Reacted' to a post, but no comments show (obviously) when they ...
Cutiebeauty comments on Jul 23, 2020:
It's a glitch
FearlessFly replies on Jul 23, 2020:
Thanks for confirming my 'wonderings' :) Is this the place where 'reports' like this might get looked-at -- not a big deal, more 'wondering'.
Happy Wednesday! 😂
hankster comments on Jul 22, 2020:
that's one thing about stupid that has always kind of perplexed me. it don't break often so it don't need fixing much... a stupid well-maintained will last a lifetime.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
@hankster Ignorance is not a crime (we all suffer from it in some ways), but I don't subscribe to the 'ignorance is bliss' idiom. We are increasingly confronted with "information is the coin-of-the-realm". Those who have info generally prosper more than those who don't. Therefore, "willful ignorance" can be considered, at least foolish, if not worse. NO doubt there are exceptions, like 'do I really want to know about a life-threatening DNA mutation". ymmv
Happy Wednesday! 😂
hankster comments on Jul 22, 2020:
that's one thing about stupid that has always kind of perplexed me. it don't break often so it don't need fixing much... a stupid well-maintained will last a lifetime.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
I contend that ignorance (which is different) is often its' own punishment. IMO, that makes 'stupid' very-much broken. :P
Appeals court blocks Trump appointee’s takeover of web nonprofit The court dealt a setback to ...
Fred_Snerd comments on Jul 22, 2020:
LOL at state media.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
https://www.opentech.fund/
Oh hell,,,, here we go. Is there a statue of Darwin around here we can tear down? [themonastery.org]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 22, 2020:
. . . a religous BLOG as a source ? puuhhhleeaase :P
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
@Captain_Feelgood https://www.themonastery.org/aboutUs "The Universal Life Church Monastery (ULC) is a non-denominational, non-profit religious organization" (would that it were not true for tax purposes) All religious organizations are considered non-profit (as oppose to not-for-profit). "champion of religious freedom" Instead of churning-out 'ministers' wouldn't it be PREFERABLE to advocate that "ministers" be not considered the 'go-to' persons for 'morality' and be NOT REQUIRED to be 'ministers' ? IMO, non-believers have no need for 'ministers', especially the ordained kind(s), and therefore no need for churches (I understand the 'social' aspect).
Not many posts lately in this group.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 3, 2020:
I'm skeptical of "energy", but I have heard of and read about non-contact orgasms (hasn't happened to me), :)
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
@Radu . . . whatever FLOATS your 'boat' :O :)
Are prison phone rates too high ? why/not ?
dalefvictor comments on Jul 22, 2020:
Phone calls should be free for everyone.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
. . . hmmm, that word 'free' doesn't always mean what you want :P
ELON MUSK SAYS NEURALINK WILL STREAM MUSIC STRAIGHT INTO YOUR BRAIN [futurism.com]
hankster comments on Jul 22, 2020:
eventually they'll be hacking brains.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
. . . hmmm, what makes you think they aren't already ? . . . just because you are paranoid doesn't mean they are NOT out to get you :O :)
Ok I will never bother you again! Hypothetical assholes!
Charles1971 comments on Jul 21, 2020:
I'm a theoretical asshole. Awesome! :D
FearlessFly replies on Jul 22, 2020:
. . . hmmmm, hypothetical/theoretical -- (speaking **pedantically** ) not really the same thing. :P https://www.quora.com/In-simple-terms-what-is-the-difference-between-hypothetically-and-theoretically
Are prison phone rates too high ? why/not ?
hankster comments on Jul 21, 2020:
prison for profit is ridiculous. it is such a moneymaker now that any effort to reduce prison population is it going to be a mess. however, it is wrong and it needs to be fixed, but I don't know how.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
I whole-heartedly agree, pfp is incentivising to keep the prisons full. I think (hope) that is part of the 'defund' effort(s). (added) I'm not an optomist, but perhaps money going to 'military stuff' for police might be shifted back to taxpayer funded prisons.
Schools Reopen?
RoboGraham comments on Jul 21, 2020:
If you were still teaching, would you be in the classroom everyday if they reopen?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@Grecio . . . and is the 'benefit(s)' worth the risk ? -- who knows ? :P
Are prison phone rates too high ? why/not ?
hankster comments on Jul 21, 2020:
seems mighty steep for someone in prison.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
. . . hmm, wouldn't it be steep for even those not in prison ?
I find it hard to believe that there is an "Anti-Democrat Party Liberals", group here.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 21, 2020:
I don't find that group, do you have a link ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@RavenCT . . . thx, I'm missing something -- why doesn't it show up when I search for 'anti' from the "Groups" page ?
The Police - Every Breath You Take [youtube.com]
AlasBabylon comments on Jul 21, 2020:
(from the Wikipedia article about the song) -- Sting later said he was disconcerted by how many people think the song is more positive than it is. He insists it is about the obsession with a lost lover, and the jealousy and surveillance that follow. "I think the song is very, very sinister and ...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
. . . surveillance -- "I'll be watching you" :O
The Beatles - Baby's in Black (2009 remaster) [youtu.be]
FearlessFly comments on Jul 21, 2020:
"Baby's in Black" (1964) is performed at a 6/8 time signature with a moderate tempo. An AllMusic critic described the song as "a love lament for a grieving girl that was perhaps more morose than any previous Beatles' song." Musicologist Alan W. Pollack notes that the song is relatively complex in ...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@AlasBabylon I think that is a bit of an understatement :)
In line with yesterday’s post by @Austin-Cambridge here is an article about the sorry state that ...
FearlessFly comments on Jul 21, 2020:
"apple news" adds nothing, why not link to the **actual** source ? https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/07/21/893321220/another-problem-on-the-health-horizon-medicare-is-running-out-of-money?t=1595358026789
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@dede18 IMO, comments are 'contributions' -- even if not "welcome". I don't think Critical Thinking requires 'welcoming' :O "End of story" ? -- that sounds like 'censorship' :P
In line with yesterday’s post by @Austin-Cambridge here is an article about the sorry state that ...
FearlessFly comments on Jul 21, 2020:
"apple news" adds nothing, why not link to the **actual** source ? https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/07/21/893321220/another-problem-on-the-health-horizon-medicare-is-running-out-of-money?t=1595358026789
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@dede18 . . . (putting on my Critical Thinking cap) IMO, "where you found it" is not a 'source', and the **original** source, should be the original, NOT an "alternative". :)
US charges two Chinese spies for a global hacking campaign that targeted COVID- research ...
RoboGraham comments on Jul 21, 2020:
I don't understand why COVID research is classified. Shouldn't we all be sharing our information in an effort to solve the puzzle and create the vaccine as soon as possible for the good of all human kind? What's the point in keeping secrets on this issue?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
('devils' advocate ) . . . how would that MAGA ? :O
Wow.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . your claim, where is the source(s) ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@Captain_Feelgood . . . so I read the cbsnews piece -- from 363 days ago -- I don't see how that bolsters a "Biden wants to de-fund" claim (and why not give source(s) for any post? ). . . . btw, I would not oppose reducing funds for 'military stuff', but not favor total de-funding.
Wow.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . your claim, where is the source(s) ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 21, 2020:
@jorj . . . sorry, I stand corrected. :(
Wow.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . your claim, where is the source(s) ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@jorj . . . YOUR words -- "Joe Biden just said he's in favor of defunding police" . . . so that shows YOUR bias. :O
Wow.
RoboGraham comments on Jul 20, 2020:
And you reveal that you don't understand what defund the police means.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . or he does, and has a different 'agenda' :P
Sixteen Tons · Tennessee Ernie Ford [youtube.com]
Spinliesel comments on Jul 20, 2020:
Oh, I loved that song and Tennessee Ernie Ford's voice. It is a protest song!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . there is also this :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fbTGhDDL2g
Marco Rubio Hopes UFOs Are Aliens, Not Chinese Planes "Frankly, if it’s something outside this ...
Fred_Snerd comments on Jul 20, 2020:
It's military. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npeCDLsyJwE
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . kinda amazing (or is it? ) that Rubio hasn't caught-on :O
From Dr.
LovinLarge comments on Jul 20, 2020:
Someone posted this a couple of days ago and we tried to trace it back to the source but couldn't. The OP got it off a news page on FB which did not actually credit it to Dr. Fauci. Perhaps we could avoid another meltdown if you told us where you got it. If not, that's okay, too. It is an ...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@SenorRotten Is it possible that WG re-printed the FB text.
I was raised Catholic.
BestWithoutGods comments on Jul 20, 2020:
I was raised Moron (oops, Mormon). The Morons believe that only Morons have a chance at heaven. But the Morons also believe that people who die as non-Morons have a chance to convert in the afterlife. That's why Morons do proxy baptisms for the dead, so that the dead can accept it (and go to heaven)...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . while waiting with the MN atheists to participate in the Gay Pride parade, I noticed a group of Gay Mormons -- I thought -- that's an oxymormon if I ever saw one ! :O
From Dr.
FearlessFly comments on Jul 20, 2020:
. . . soooo, let see if I got this straight . . . I'm certainly not opposed to someone demonstrating credible evidence otherwise . . . (I don't/won't do FB), but there is this FB post, claimed (on FB) to be from Fauci posted on FB when ? Other than that FB post, NO other source could be found ...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@SenorRotten "noted the same thing" -- I don't see a note from you like that.
I was raised Catholic.
TheMiddleWay comments on Jul 20, 2020:
Recently revised by Pope Francis, at least for Atheists "Do Atheists Go to Heaven? Pope Francis Says Yes" http://vaticanfiles.org/en/2018/05/149-atheists-go-heaven-pope-francis-says-yes/
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@TheMiddleWay (from the vaticanfiles) "In this answer the Pope gave voice to a whole theological vision that may sound compassionate and warm, but which is ultimately misleading and deviant because is not truthful to Scripture."
How has hot weather affected your eating habits?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 20, 2020:
Eating same foods, but doing grocery shopping much less often (stocking-up) and doing it late at night (near midnight) so there are fewer other shoppers. :O
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@Cutiebeauty . . . my local Cub is open 24/7 -- although there were a few days (protests) where they were closed from 9pm-9am.
How do we prevent the US Government from buying its way around the Fourth Amendment ?
bingst comments on Jul 20, 2020:
I don't think being able to buy data thwarts the 4th. I would say that any data not in the public domain or data that is public but can be proven to have been gotten from non-public sources falls under 4th amendment protection.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/13.824
Will the news headlines in the future read something like this?
Carla1963 comments on Jul 20, 2020:
This mask shit is ridiculous, I have been a surgical nurse for almost 30 years, in several different hospitals and 5 states (travel nurse). I have NEVER seen an ill effects on anyone. The general public are idiots, reacting to fear and selfishness. Get over it and wear a mask or don't and maybe ...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@azzow2 Perhaps you might consider collecting verifiable/credible source(s) BEFORE you start making claims ? :O :P
Will the news headlines in the future read something like this?
Cutiebeauty comments on Jul 20, 2020:
No.. That's silly...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@azzow2 . . .you are making claims, but providing NO evidence ! :P
Will the news headlines in the future read something like this?
FearlessFly comments on Jul 19, 2020:
Silly, Random, & Fun :P "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence"
FearlessFly replies on Jul 20, 2020:
@azzow2 . . . your claim, your burden (shouldn't have to explain that crucial bit of Critical Thinking on this website) :O
Saw this today in a restaurant.
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 19, 2020:
HEY! A non-political LOL! Thanks!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
. . . my "two chickens in every pot" campaign IS political !
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@Barnie2years I did not challenge the substance despite challenging the Fauci claim. I appreciate you editing-out that reference. I added my 'edited' comment in order that my original 'complaint' wouldn't be left 'stranded'. IMO, (even inadvertant) improper claim(s) is how 'fake news' is propagated. I don't think anyone should be chastised for calling-it-out (not that you did).
Destroying trust in the media, science, and government has left America vulnerable to disaster
FearlessFly comments on Jul 19, 2020:
Haven't seen stories from Brookings, especially stories so critical of the administration from a self-described "independent and non-partisan" organization.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@Amzungu I would not call it fact (facts are 'datum' ), but I would call the evidence very persuasive. Not sure, but I hope swing voters in Senate races will be persuaded also.
UAE Mars mission: Hope project a 'real step forward for exploration' [bbc.com]
Amzungu comments on Jul 19, 2020:
I think we posted this at the same time. I threw mine in the Astronomy group. Great minds...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
Thanks for the consideration. :) I was recently blocked by a user for pointing out duplicate (two in the same day) posts with not even the least bit of contrition. :(
Happy Feet · Cab Calloway and His Orchestra [youtube.com]
Redheadedgammy comments on Jul 19, 2020:
I love the music from this era. Great stuff!!!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
. . . hi de hi de hi de ho!
The FBI Is Secretly Using A $2 Billion Travel Company As A Global Surveillance Tool [forbes.com]
itsmedammit comments on Jul 19, 2020:
I didn't read the article, but of course they would do something like this. It is kinda their business to do stuff like this. Though I would have figured it to be more in the CIA's area.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
Domestic travel, sure. The FBI was not intended to extend outside the US.
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@maturin1919 . . . philosophers have been "discussing" 'truth' at least since the ancients. :P
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@maturin1919 . . . a good read : :) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16718183-without-copyrights
On the front of my chest there placidly sits a pair of quite unremarkable tits - too small to be ...
Fernapple comments on Jul 19, 2020:
Big mistake to think that the signs of age are unlovely. Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, or even the snuggle up and hold-her.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
. . . or even "Beauty is in the eye of the beerholder" :O
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge EVEN the OP has edited the post to remove the "Fauci" claim ! QED
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge "you've presented no contrary evidence that would defeat its substance" btw, that is another logical fallacy -- straw man ! I made NO claims pro/con about the substance at all ! Perhaps you might consider 'upgrading' your "decision making" :P
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burden_of_proof_(philosophy)
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@Fred_Snerd . . . yea, I almost jumped on that one too -- confirmation bias. . . . btw, apart from math, even science doesn't **prove** anything (sometimes disproves things). :P
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge Your "concern with substance" sounds suspiciously like the confirmation bias fallacy -- you liked it and "fell-for-it" :P If it is demonstrated to be an ACTUAL Fauci quote (I doubt it), so be it. WHY defend what appears to be fake news ?
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge "The first principle is that you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool" https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/richard_p_feynman_137642
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge Like others on this website, I don't/won't do FB, and by itself. FB is NOT a **source**. Especially not a CREDIBLE/VERIFiABLE source !
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge . . . as I alluded, I tried searching for MULTIPLE series of words and came-up-empty ! Do you think such a large (alleged) quote from Fauci would be hard to find ? REALLY ? I like to have an open mind, but not so open that my brains fall out. :O
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@LovinLarge . . . hmmm -- "factual allegations" -- is that DoubleSpeak for "alternative facts" ? :P
I WANT THIS SHIRT!!!
FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
. . . kinda one-sided POV :P
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
@Fred_Snerd All lives are blue :O
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LovinLarge comments on Jul 18, 2020:
When it first broke out in the US, the first thing my dr did was ask me for end of life instructions. I can't put into words how much I do not want to catch that thing. I only go out once a week and when I do I wear mask and gloves and keep the hell away from people. I have to admit, it is taking...
FearlessFly replies on Jul 19, 2020:
I get the impression it is NOT from Fauci. :P
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 18, 2020:
@Barnie2years also "copied as is" (especially without linking to the source) is a copyright violation -- all it would take is one disgruntled user (perhaps a religious interloper) to report it.
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FearlessFly comments on Jul 18, 2020:
If this is quoting Fauci, where is the link to the source ? (I don't find it) :O If it isn't, whose 'quote' is it ?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 18, 2020:
@Barnie2years On the blue-sky planet I live CRITICAL THINKING does NOT work that way ! If the claim is that is from Fauci, there needs to be a source for that claim ! The alternative (especially from FB) is to label it FAKE NEWS. :P "The first principle is that you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool" https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/richard_p_feynman_137642
Revlations from theBible.
Grecio comments on Jul 18, 2020:
The book of Revalations is a farce and a full of bulshit. The Council of Nicea in 334 AC should have left it out of the Bible.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 18, 2020:
https://www.bartdehrman.com/jesus-apocalyptic-prophet-of-the-new-millennium/
The Dead South - Black Lung [youtube.com]
Beowulfsfriend comments on Jul 18, 2020:
Great band. The name of the disease that causes black lung is one of the longest words in English. And, without looking it up, I don't know it.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 18, 2020:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis
A post in the Singles/Mingles/Chat last night showed a meme asking "What wine pairs best with living...
Beowulfsfriend comments on Jul 18, 2020:
I always liked him. Anyone remember his brief time in the television series MASH?
FearlessFly replies on Jul 18, 2020:
Yes, saw every episode of MASH multiple times. :)
Will this (unanimous!) FCC ruling prevent robocalls ?
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 17, 2020:
"Could have....." being the operative words. New ones pop up every day, though. They're like damned poison mushrooms!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
@LucyLoohoo The phone companies DON"T block them, they **profit** by not doing so.
Tech firms like Facebook must restrict data sent from EU to US, court rules Long-running legal ...
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 17, 2020:
GOOD! They do have a responsibility to protect users.....
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
@LucyLoohoo National Security . . . btw, there is the point (barring legitimate security reasons) that ANY info the government has, the people have a right to have also. I was referring to all the commercially collected data.
Will this (unanimous!) FCC ruling prevent robocalls ?
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 17, 2020:
"Could have....." being the operative words. New ones pop up every day, though. They're like damned poison mushrooms!
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
. . . but this ruling lets the phone companies block them ! :P
Tech firms like Facebook must restrict data sent from EU to US, court rules Long-running legal ...
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 17, 2020:
GOOD! They do have a responsibility to protect users.....
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
@LucyLoohoo ( "devils' advocate" ) . . . how to respond to government officials when they say "folks going online are giving their personal info away 'freely' and ubiquitously, why should the government regulate that" ?
Tech firms like Facebook must restrict data sent from EU to US, court rules Long-running legal ...
LucyLoohoo comments on Jul 17, 2020:
GOOD! They do have a responsibility to protect users.....
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
. . . the US does not seem to think so :O
So who's blocking who lately? Anyone?
itsmedammit comments on Jul 17, 2020:
I think @BigPawBullets, or whatever his name is blocked me. I suspect he was mad because I called him out on some misleading information he posted.
FearlessFly replies on Jul 17, 2020:
A few have blocked me strictly for that reason also. :O Which part of Critical Thinking do they not get ? :P

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