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... however, he needs to realize that if he continues to dish it out, then eventually he's gonna get it right back.

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I like this part of your sentence. I've heard that in reference to Raging Bull 8)

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Cat, I respect your opinion, however if you are referring to the thread that John Harvey started HIMSELF and asked for "pot shots", well then he's getting exactly what he wanted.  

Posting that stuff on HIS thread was all in fun, however, he needs to realize that if he continues to dish it out, then eventualy he's gonna get it right back.

And what people are doing on HIS thread has nothing to do with his political views.
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I am not refering to that thread. I have seen it in the thread about names and on the 2000s board.




Cat

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If I recall correctly, it began to get much worse when Don Carlos appeared on the scene and began making personal comments in the 2000s board. Would it be a good time now to dig them up and see for ourselves?
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So, because DC started it, then you have to continue with it?




Cat

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So, because DC started it, then you have to continue with it?




Cat
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No, you're right. It seems as if this place has succumbed to petty name-calling and over-ripe egos. Perhaps if members thought about what they are going to post more often we wouldn't have these problems. I'll be the first one to admit to that fault. I have actually curbed my 'tude quite a bit since the last time, BUT whenever I encounter obnoxious statements and obnoxious attitudes time after time after time it doesn't take too much to make the leap and return the favour.

Cccan't we just... git along ???

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No, you're right. It seems as if this place has succumbed to petty name-calling and over-ripe egos. Perhaps if members thought about what they are going to post more often we wouldn't have these problems. I'll be the first one to admit to that fault. I have actually curbed my 'tude quite a bit since the last time, BUT whenever I encounter obnoxious statements and obnoxious attitudes time after time after time it doesn't take too much to make the leap and return the favour.

Cccan't we just... git along ???
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I agree.  But when the Junior Communist Brigade plants obvious sarcastic statements to highlight his immaturity and ignorance, in a blatant attempt to bait our fellow penguins into a war of words, he'd better be prepared to face the consequences of his actions instead of whining about how much people hate him because he is the embodiment of a brick wall.

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So, because DC started it, then you have to continue with it?




Cat
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"If DC jumped off a bridge, would you follow him?"
"Yes, mom.  Right behind the FBI and CIA."
;)

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"If DC jumped off a bridge, would you follow him?"
"Yes, mom.  Right behind the FBI and CIA."
;)
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Did he jump or was he pushed is the real question??? ;)

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Different strokes for different folks.  ;D
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That's, "It takes different strokes to move the world."

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Cat, I quite agree  with you, and have tried to tone down my own rhetoric lately.  Hope you have noticed.  I have also tried to introduce a bit of levity into some threads, and joined in the levity on others, although it appears that some folks don't like my sense of humor.  But then, not everyone likes George Carlin, or Mort Sahl, or Robin Williams (not that I'm as funny as any of these guys).  Different strokes for different folks.  ;D
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Yep DC, it's good to see you on this board too. :)  I was pointing that out in my last post and came back to find you here after it was submitted.

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Did he jump or was he pushed is the real question??? ;)
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Was it that bridge behind the "grassy knowl"? ;)

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Did he jump or was he pushed is the real question??? ;)
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He Puuushed me, he puuushed me!!!  ;)

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I agree.  But when the Junior Communist Brigade plants obvious sarcastic statements to highlight his immaturity and ignorance, in a blatant attempt to bait our fellow penguins into a war of words, he'd better be prepared to face the consequences of his actions instead of whining about how much people hate him because he is the embodiment of a brick wall.
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This is an example of what I am talking about. So much for my challege for a week. You couldn't even last a day.




Cat

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So much for my challege for a week. You couldn't even last a day.
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"challenge"   ;)

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"If DC jumped off a bridge, would you follow him?"
"Yes, mom.  Right behind the FBI and CIA."
;)
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I hope DC knows this was a little poke of fun at his mention on the FBI file on him in another thread.  I didn't intend for it to be mean.  Not totally mean, anyway. ;)

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I hope DC knows this was a little poke of fun at his mention on the FBI file on him in another thread.  I didn't intend for it to be mean.  Not totally mean, anyway. ;)
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I get my own back...
I keep a file on the FBI ;D

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I hope DC knows this was a little poke of fun at his mention on the FBI file on him in another thread.  I didn't intend for it to be mean.  Not totally mean, anyway. ;)
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And I thought it was very cute  ;) no offense taken  ;D

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And I thought it was very cute  ;) no offense taken  ;D
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See?  I'm not just a be-yach.  I'm a pretty good smarta$$ too. ;D

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He Puuushed me, he puuushed me!!!  ;)
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Good one DC!
Nice to see you somewhat "un-stressed" in a thread. ;)

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Good one DC!
Nice to see you somewhat "un-stressed" in a thread. ;)
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Well, if you all want to keep me unstressed, just make sure my woman has "treated me nice" and I have a nice glass of Baccardi select next to me while I type.   ;)  I DO have a lighter side  ;D

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Well, if you all want to keep me unstressed, just make sure my woman has "treated me nice"   End Quote

I can't help you with that one!

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I am really tired at the way some people are acting lately. If you disagree with someone in terms of politics, religion, whatever, that is fine. But, I am so tired of the nasty remarks people have been making to other people. I find it funny that people call others immature when they seem to be doing just the exact same thing. I have seen a couple of times where certain people (and you know who you are) make a joke and other people jump all over them-sometimes even as a "troll." I also find it disturbing how some people find it funny when others make nasty remarks.

I want to make a challege to ALL. Let's try to refrain from making personally snide remarks for...well, let's start with just a week and see how it goes. Let's go with that old adage of "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all." Let's just try to keep it civil. Who wants to take me up on this challege?

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Hey Cat, I with you on refraining from immature behavior, personal or snide remarks.  

But I doubt I'll be able to post on these boards any longer in a little while.  I'm sure to get banned soon for speaking my mind.

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Hey Cat, I with you on refraining from immature behavior, personal or snide remarks.  

But I doubt I'll be able to post on these boards any longer in a little while.  I'm sure to get banned soon for speaking my mind.
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To begin with, Paul, I don't think Cat was asking for more censorship, so I don't think that anyone here is asking for any kind of litmus test regarding political opinions.  I certainly don't.  BUT,  I have made snide remarks about other posters, and I have been called a liar by one.  I have been known to mis-remember facts, but when I assert that I am a college professor and am doubted, I am being called a liar.  I think that is uncalled for, insulting, and if this was 1803, would result in pistols at 40 paces.  I know you did not question my verasity (so I certainly don't demand satisfaction from you ;D)
But it is that kind of insulting, condescending, patronizing rhetoric that Cat wants us to avoid.  

Keep speaking your mind - please!  Some will agree, some will disagree.  But once your ideas are on the table (my undergraduate group discussion professor said) they are no longer YOUR ideas.  His message was, disown them, listen to what others have to say, and re-think.  I think that is the rational way to proceed, don't you?

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To begin with, Paul, I don't think Cat was asking for more censorship, so I don't think that anyone here is asking for any kind of litmus test regarding political opinions.  I certainly don't.  BUT,  I have made snide remarks about other posters, and I have been called a liar by one.  I have been known to mis-remember facts, but when I assert that I am a college professor and am doubted, I am being called a liar.  I think that is uncalled for, insulting, and if this was 1803, would result in pistols at 40 paces.  I know you did not question my verasity (so I certainly don't demand satisfaction from you ;D)
But it is that kind of insulting, condescending, patronizing rhetoric that Cat wants us to avoid.  

Keep speaking your mind - please!  Some will agree, some will disagree.  But once your ideas are on the table (my undergraduate group discussion professor said) they are no longer YOUR ideas.  His message was, disown them, listen to what others have to say, and re-think.  I think that is the rational way to proceed, don't you?

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College professor!!
So you are one of them !Back,back I say(hisses and makes sign of cross) It's your sort that give me work to do and keep me away from the internet !! You and those darn students......
Incase you weren't aware I work in a university library ;D  

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Did I do anything, guys?  :-[  Cuz ya know sometimes my tourette/epileptic personality will possess the Real Ruth...  ::)
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Of course not. :)

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College professor!!
So you are one of them !Back,back I say(hisses and makes sign of cross) It's your sort that give me work to do and keep me away from the internet !! You and those darn students......
Incase you weren't aware I work in a university library ;D  
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No, I didn't know that you were a U. librarian.  Now that I do, I think... no I know I love ;D  I always tell my students that our reference librarians should become their best friends on campus.  I'v taught at 5 different colleges (3 part time - 2 full time) and have never encountered a librarian who wasn't well informed and ready and willing to be helpful.  The one where I am now - since 1986 - even arranged for me to get microfilm from the Library of Congress.  Shipped to a little known prof at a little known state college in a little known state.  I'm sure you are just as dedicated.  So, for all the students and all the faculty that you help, thanks  ;D

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I have something to say: "Banana".... Thank you.
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A great Woody Allen film - I think his best  ;D Viva la revolucion  ;) (hope these smilies are ok with everybody ;D)

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No, I didn't know that you were a U. librarian.  Now that I do, I think... no I know I love ;D  I always tell my students that our reference librarians should become their best friends on campus.  I'v taught at 5 different colleges (3 part time - 2 full time) and have never encountered a librarian who wasn't well informed and ready and willing to be helpful.  The one where I am now - since 1986 - even arranged for me to get microfilm from the Library of Congress.  Shipped to a little known prof at a little known state college in a little known state.  I'm sure you are just as dedicated.  So, for all the students and all the faculty that you help, thanks  ;D
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Now if only I could get my swell head through the door I could go and do some work !! :)

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Now if only I could get my swell head through the door I could go and do some work !! :)
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Do I detect a bit of false modesty, or is it embarasment at a compliment  ???  ;)  I really did mean what I said.  You librarians are terrific.  ;D