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#10426
General discussion / Re: Cecil the Lion
August 10, 2015, 06:11:46 PM
Quote from: armaghniac on August 09, 2015, 06:37:16 AM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 09, 2015, 04:30:36 AM
I wasn't asking for anything religious just pointing out the bias in different parts of the country. Having lived on the East coast and now in the PNW there is a vast difference. Seattle especially focuses on gay rights, gay pride, the gay mayor, the gay cake case, the rainbow crosswalks.... its mad. There is rarely anything Christian related - regardless if there is a story or not.... that was my point.

The kind of thing makes you demented
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3050776/Plans-rainbow-coloured-zebra-crossing-support-gay-rights-abandoned-fears-cause-hallucinations-dementia-sufferers.html

In general, road markings shouldn't be fiddled with for trival reasons, if they are in black and white it is becuase that makes them easier to see, not a political statement.

;D

Fair point though.
#10427
Quote from: whitey on August 10, 2015, 05:58:01 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 10, 2015, 05:48:38 PM
Quote from: whitey on August 10, 2015, 03:47:00 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 10, 2015, 02:51:25 AM
Quote from: whitey on August 08, 2015, 02:49:41 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 08, 2015, 02:40:30 PM
That Scott Walker is such a coward BTW. Does not even have the guts to condemn Trump's comments about women. If it was a Democrat that said those things, he'd be all over it, indignant with "outrage".

Most American politicians are such worms.


Ahhhhh.....the war on women is starting early this cycle.

You have no problem with Trump's comments?

Some of his colleagues for nomination do.

I think this would pretty well sum up my opinion on the matter.

http://www.nytimes.com/politics/first-draft/2015/08/08/rubio-wont-comment-on-everything-donald-trump-says/

Seriously?  You cannot express an opinion on what Trump said about various women over the years, most recently Megan Kelly, because... why?? ;D


I watched the debate in its entirety.....Megyn tried to do a hit job on him and he brushed it aside magnificently. Now they're trying to say he said something he never said to keep the "fued" going

Makes for great reality TV, but a non issue IMHO

Trump is a spoiled brat. He fancies himself as brash and smart and ballsy (yeah, its brave calling Rosie O'Donnell a disgusting pig or whatever the actual words were), but when he is called to account on his words, he throws a fit and then exacerbates the situation with a ludicrous slam that she must have been on her period. Magnificent my hole.

And fair play to Megyn Kelly for calling him out on it.

Now if only all politicians could be held accountable for their past words and deeds. We miss you already Jon Stewart!
#10428
General discussion / Re: Cecil the Lion
August 10, 2015, 06:03:40 PM
Quote from: stew on August 08, 2015, 04:31:12 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 08, 2015, 12:18:22 PM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 07, 2015, 08:32:40 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 07, 2015, 05:35:38 PM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 07, 2015, 05:28:11 PM
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2015/08/06/an-unarmed-white-teen-was-shot-dead-by-police-his-family-asks-where-is-the-outrage/?postshare=5691438959904493

I think this is a fairly good example of the media bias. If this lad was black he would be all over the news. Unarmed teen shot while his girlfriend ate ice cream in the car beside him....

Not part of the agenda the Media wants us to hear so it's buried somewhere....

Is the issue not the frequency with which it happens? Are whites routinely targeted by police like minorities, especially blacks are? I've never been stopped and frisked in NYC. I guarantee you if I was black, I would have been, probably at least several times. I don't think anyone has ever said that white people are never wrongly killed or assaulted by police. Its an issue of proportion.

Well having considered it again this highlights the reluctance maybe of the media to showcase more police brutality? I'm very torn on it all.
There's definitely bias from the police towards black people. No doubt. But there is some crazy situations where your life is or could be on the line and calls have to be made. I don't know given the circumstances which I would choose. Shoot or be shot... Actually I do know - I would shoot, selfishly, I would shoot. I'm not saying all of these cases are cut and dry and the officer had every right to shoot.

In the case of this young lad it was foolish to drive at a cop. The cop could have jumped - responding with lethal force wasn't the answer....

But it isn't being showcased at the minute as it doesn't fit into the media's agenda.  Living in different parts of the country you can see a real bias. In Seattle everything is pro gay. No mention of Planned Parenthood, or anything moderately religious on the news. Unless its misquoting Pope Francis.... nothing of real note but the new rainbow crosswalks we had installed by the gay mayor for tens of thousands of dollars a pop....

Its been covered by the NY Times and the WP, among numerous others. Hardly being ignored. And as the Times story comments, part of the lack of impact has to do with the lack of video footage, like in the Garner and several of the other high profile black killings.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/08/us/questions-arise-after-police-kill-a-white-teenager-zachary-hammond.html?_r=0

As for Seattle, just what religious issues do you feel should be making the news? And what is wrong with pro-gay coverage? Are you looking for anti-gay stories or editorializing? And the Pope gets tonnes of coverage, unless you're saying that his views on climate change, divorcees, poverty and so on are being misrepresented?

What the f**k are they doing talking about peoples sexuality? I dont give two shites as long as children are not involved!

I am offically sick of that Jenner f**ker, I am delighted his show is bombing, I am disgusted at him winning an award for bravery, I am tired of people talking about trannys, I dont want to hear straight people talking about sex let alone gay people.

You do realize that this has been a fairly significant summer for gay rights in the US, right?

Who's talking about sex? Sexuality or sexual identity does not equal sex.

I don't really give a shite either way about Jenner personally. Not that I've anything against him or sex changes or transgender rights. I just don't care about him or the Kardashians. But on the other hand, if it helps transgender people in their quest for acceptance, I don't see the harm either.
#10429
General discussion / Re: Cecil the Lion
August 10, 2015, 05:58:15 PM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 09, 2015, 04:30:36 AM
Quote from: J70 on August 08, 2015, 12:18:22 PM
Its been covered by the NY Times and the WP, among numerous others. Hardly being ignored. And as the Times story comments, part of the lack of impact has to do with the lack of video footage, like in the Garner and several of the other high profile black killings.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/08/us/questions-arise-after-police-kill-a-white-teenager-zachary-hammond.html?_r=0

As for Seattle, just what religious issues do you feel should be making the news? And what is wrong with pro-gay coverage? Are you looking for anti-gay stories or editorializing? And the Pope gets tonnes of coverage, unless you're saying that his views on climate change, divorcees, poverty and so on are being misrepresented?

I wasn't asking for anything religious just pointing out the bias in different parts of the country. Having lived on the East coast and now in the PNW there is a vast difference. Seattle especially focuses on gay rights, gay pride, the gay mayor, the gay cake case, the rainbow crosswalks.... its mad. There is rarely anything Christian related - regardless if there is a story or not.... that was my point.

But gay rights is a very topical issue, and given the advances this summer, its only natural that it would be celebrated.

And seriously, if Seattle is, for a while, celebrating gay rights, so what? The country as a whole is still a Christian nation, as we are told constantly by conservative politicians and media. You are pretty far from being a member of an embattled, persecuted minority.

I'm an atheist FFS, a part of my identity that still has to be kept under wraps around most people and which would pretty much bar me from competing for any national elected office (I'd be better off as a gay muslim, and that is saying something in the US). Yet I'm not huddled up in a foetal position crying over the general bias against me.
#10430
Quote from: whitey on August 10, 2015, 03:47:00 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 10, 2015, 02:51:25 AM
Quote from: whitey on August 08, 2015, 02:49:41 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 08, 2015, 02:40:30 PM
That Scott Walker is such a coward BTW. Does not even have the guts to condemn Trump's comments about women. If it was a Democrat that said those things, he'd be all over it, indignant with "outrage".

Most American politicians are such worms.


Ahhhhh.....the war on women is starting early this cycle.

You have no problem with Trump's comments?

Some of his colleagues for nomination do.

I think this would pretty well sum up my opinion on the matter.

http://www.nytimes.com/politics/first-draft/2015/08/08/rubio-wont-comment-on-everything-donald-trump-says/

Seriously?  You cannot express an opinion on what Trump said about various women over the years, most recently Megan Kelly, because... why?? ;D
#10431
GAA Discussion / Re: 2015 All Stars
August 10, 2015, 02:04:39 PM
Donegal won't get any. A few nominations perhaps, especially for Murphy,  but even he will be eclipsed by McManus and players from the last four.

Quigley will be nominated for sure. Award is doubtful.

How about Harte from Tyrone.  Been excellent when I've seen him, although I haven't watched all their games.
#10432
Quote from: stew on August 08, 2015, 09:08:50 PM
Quote from: DrinkingHarp on August 08, 2015, 08:07:18 PM
I watched the "pregame" with Bill O'Reilly and the entire debate to see if there would be any substance this early in their stages to nomination.

Things I learned:

Bill O'Reilly implies that America needs an aggressive and in your face candidate who is willing to go to war, deregulate all forms of containment of corporations to help them grow and keep the minions (citizens) docile with promises of grandeur.

From the debate:

Obama is the only reason the US is in dire straights.

Hillary is the Anti-Christ.

God (the Christian version) loves America (sorry Jews/Islams/Indian Religions/Asian/African/Indigenous and all others).

Who won?
From my perspective John Kasich Ohio Governor.

Who lost?
The American people.

I didn't see enough substance from one candidate from the 10 that would standout, maybe it is still too early. The way it played out and if it continues on the same path there will be another Democrat in the White House, as a Democrat I can live with that. Do I want Hillary there? NO. I hope to see a fresh face with a new platform that helps stimulate economic/employment/education/international policy/social policy growth. My hopes for that person from either party is diminishing each and every election year.




You see what you want to see, I hardly ever watch O'Reilly and agree with some of your comments,that said Hilary is a horrible bitch and should be in jail not running for President.

He wants a strong leader and is right about the ineptitude of this President, he has been a disaster, just like his predecessor was.

He does not want to keep the people docile as you say, that is just pure bullshit on your behalf.

This country has had two of the worst leaders in American history, back to back, they are both bottom 5 or six, the US needs to go in a completely new direction, they dont need liars like Clinton and idiots like Trump and Walker, the country needs a leader who is poised, well versed in dealing with foreign policy and someone who has a vision for the country in terms of economic growth, someone who will whittle down the deficit and someone who will take a look at the issues of immigration and Obamacare and work to improve the lives of everyone in the country, not just the elite.

Sorry, not seeing how Obama will rank bottom five or six among presidents, especially given the hand he was dealt in terms of the economic collapse and the scorched earth policies of the GOP.

Who do you see who fits your profile or wish list?
#10433
Quote from: whitey on August 08, 2015, 02:49:41 PM
Quote from: J70 on August 08, 2015, 02:40:30 PM
That Scott Walker is such a coward BTW. Does not even have the guts to condemn Trump's comments about women. If it was a Democrat that said those things, he'd be all over it, indignant with "outrage".

Most American politicians are such worms.


Ahhhhh.....the war on women is starting early this cycle.

You have no problem with Trump's comments?

Some of his colleagues for nomination do.
#10434
Quote from: Rossfan on August 09, 2015, 08:14:49 PM
Only someone totally immersed in Yankery could call the Right wing American Democratic party the " loony left" ::)

Prime example: Obamacare = socialism
#10435
Neil Gallagher would be nowhere near mobile enough to mark O'Shea.
#10436
GAA Discussion / Re: Who will win Sam?
August 08, 2015, 10:55:34 PM
Kerry
#10437
GAA Discussion / Re: Who will win Sam?
August 08, 2015, 10:55:04 PM
Quote from: blanketattack on August 08, 2015, 10:37:44 PM
Tyrone were 4th favourite to win Sam at the semifinal stage in '03. Ditto Armagh in 02, Galway in 98, Down in 91, etc.

There is no way in hell Tyrone were behind Donegal in the betting in 2003.
#10438
Quote from: The Stallion on August 08, 2015, 08:55:07 PM
Murphy was poor today, McManus was very good.

Murphy rarely scores heavily from play, and gets away with an awful lot of nasty fouling and mouthing off.

Complete and utter nonsense. Murphy hit three superb scores from play and was the only Donegal forward to consistently win any ball going in.

#10439
Quote from: charlieTully on August 08, 2015, 08:11:22 PM
Quote from: Syferus on August 08, 2015, 08:09:51 PM
Quote from: charlieTully on August 08, 2015, 08:08:46 PM
Mayo fans really deserve an AI, I hope to God they win it.

They'll only deserve it if they win it.

I mean the supporters, they have suffered more than most.

Don't you think the supporters of Leitrim or Sligo or a number of other teams would not gladly swap with them?
#10440
Went as expected. Keegan's fluke killed the game, although I think Mayo had the winning of it after O'Shea's goal anyway. But seven points down we had no choice but to leave the space at the back and Mayo really should have won by more - I'd be concerned about the number of easy chances they dropped short or into Durcan's hands, although I guess they at least got Keegan's goal from one! I thought we started trying to work a goal far too early and should have knocked over a few points to bring it back to four or five - we were doing this with 20 minutes to go!

End of the road, I would imagine, for at least some of Donegal's older players, and we should be prepared for a few years of rebuilding. Lacey didn't look fully fit today, but I suppose how would he? McBrearty was just crowded out by the time the ball would eventually come in, although he should still have had a couple of points with the chances he missed. Superb game from Murphy, with a few fine scores from play thrown in (can't believe there are still people about who doubt his scoring ability!). Overall, I thought we did all right, but Mayo are just a younger, more rested, and, overall, a better team right now.

I really would like to see Mayo finally go all the way, but will they? They won't get away with those missed chances against Dublin or Kerry, and maybe not even Tyrone. O'Shea is some player though. That goal was just sheer power and skill, and McGee didn't make it easy.