In 1820, China was the world's largest economy, and had been for the better part of two thousand years. But it had been losing ground to Europe for several centuries, and within 50 years, it had fallen . . . more
" "I'm still confused as to why you continue to ask me questions about articles that I've linked. Is it because perhaps you disagree with the information provided in those articles?" . . ." more
" "Also, Wil, Julie talked out of her ass so much it was hard to remember all the crap she spewed, so I guess I wasn't paying too much attention to her or her source." I'd say that's . . ." more
" "There's a flip flop." How did he flip-flop if there was never a third vote? You said he voted against it three times. You lied. Again. "BTW the information is from the International . . ." more
"Sorry, I thought I'd replied to this one earlier, but apparently not. "I'm also curious, Wil, how many of the original respondents let them take hair and urine samples? That would factor . . ." more
" "Alright Wil - Let's do mandatory testing then! How you can just "accept" results of a survey is beyond me. " I didn't just "accept" the results of the survey. . . ." more
I commend your arguments on Shawn's post this evening... you spoke for me as well. I was very tempted to join in but a lesson learned a long time ago came to mind... "Don't argue with a stupid person." He is clueless and just not worth the effort, though it scares me to think there are people out there like him. He won't be changed, but God bless you for trying.
Dude...I'm just learning about pinging. But I gotta at least say HI! on a level that isn't in your face confrontation over illegal immigration or the politics involved. You're a Heinlein fan, me to. You like Skynrd, Springsteen, SRV, Eagles, ZZ Top, Bob Dylan, and Arlo. Me too. We have much more in common than we do not. I also like Gather as a meeting place and I believe strongly people find reasons to get along much easier if they can talk. Peace my friend.
