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Comments (11)
WoW! 30 whole comments isn'... (Below threshold)1. Posted by jp2 | May 4, 2007 2:20 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
WoW! 30 whole comments isn't bad. I'm sure the total was much higher.
How many did you delete/edit?
1. Posted by jp2 | May 4, 2007 2:20 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 14:20
2. Posted by Jeff Blogworthy | May 4, 2007 2:42 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Intelligent design? Your a fan, eh?
2. Posted by Jeff Blogworthy | May 4, 2007 2:42 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 14:42
3. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 3:01 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
I edited a total of three posts; two to remove attempts to hijack the topic, and one for a negative attack on a contention made. No comments were deleted.
I guess jp2, that even a positive-only thread, which received thoughtful discussion on all sides, is something you feel you have to demean? That, sir, defines your limits and character, and it seems a truly pathetic condition for you to live within.
3. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 3:01 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 15:01
4. Posted by jp2 | May 4, 2007 4:05 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
If my character is truly based off of a barely read post on a third tier weblog by one of the lower rung "writers" then I have some serious soul searching to do.
4. Posted by jp2 | May 4, 2007 4:05 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 16:05
5. Posted by Semanticleo | May 4, 2007 4:36 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
"that even a positive-only thread, which received thoughtful discussion on all sides,"
Well done, DJ. Well done, indeed.
A similar experiment was conducted at Pelican Bay
wherein inmates were allowed to flush at 10:40,
in the PM AND the AM. Virtually eliminated
shivs and verbal abuse.
5. Posted by Semanticleo | May 4, 2007 4:36 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 16:36
6. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 4:37 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Jp2, apparently yes.
Especially if you feel so compelled to argue about a post you claim is so ignored, by a writer you cannot manage to respect under any circumstances.
Also, there are many fine decaffeinated alternatives on the market these days, by the way ...
6. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 4:37 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 16:37
7. Posted by mantis | May 4, 2007 4:42 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
They are just as tasty as the real thing.
A Real Genius reference! I'm liking you more and more, DJ.
7. Posted by mantis | May 4, 2007 4:42 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 16:42
8. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 4:53 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Thanks mantis. My real fave from the movie?
"I like to reflect on the immortal words of Socrates, who said:
'I DRANK WHAT'?!?"
8. Posted by DJ Drummond | May 4, 2007 4:53 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 16:53
9. Posted by ryan a (the filthy centrist) | May 4, 2007 5:15 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
DJ,
Despite our disagreements over the merits of particular linguistic terms (relating to the fecal eliminations of large male bovines), I think that you have a good idea going with this "constructive debate" experiment. I also think that it would be a good idea to make this a regular part of your posting routine.
Although I still think that respectful rebuttals should be allowed, as they are a key aspect of debate and discourse.
And while I had some beefs with certain aspects of your last long post, I meant to say that I felt it was a well-written piece. Indeed.
Now, if you can excuse me I gotta hop on this here chopper and head to Sturgis...
9. Posted by ryan a (the filthy centrist) | May 4, 2007 5:15 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 17:15
10. Posted by jp who? | May 4, 2007 9:12 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
I have determined that jp2 is desperately in love with Wizbang and can't stay away. Go Wizbang! You Rock!
10. Posted by jp who? | May 4, 2007 9:12 PM |
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Posted on May 4, 2007 21:12
11. Posted by Jim Addison | May 5, 2007 3:50 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Wait just a cotton-pickin' minute here!
Are you saying polyester leisure suits are OUT?
's'alright, though. They were getting covered with those little pulls anyway . . .
11. Posted by Jim Addison | May 5, 2007 3:50 AM |
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Posted on May 5, 2007 03:50