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(...) Please. The New York Times is considered the most respected and established news source in the US (registration costs nothing). (...) Won't dignify that smart-ass remark with a repl.....uh, nevermind. (...) How do you increase a threat as (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) That's an interesting assertion, though I'd have to differ. On what do you base it? (...) Hadn't thought about it, honestly. What could I do, if I wished? I can head to Hawaii and give him the frowning of a lifetime. Who's with me!?! Dave! (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Is this really worth subscribing for? (...) Like those folks at that wedding? (...) ...Bush is increasing the threat; don't doubt that! Scott A (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) Not really, because I support insider trading. All trading is insider trading, actually. (...) Nope. Assuming there's no breach of contract. (...) Nothing. You, however, can do something about it, if you wish. (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Might this seem like a form of insider trading? If LEGO has facilitated this process in defiance of its stated ordering limits, then cleary they're at fault. But what if the seller has found a non-publicly-disclosed means of acquiring numerous (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) It requires registration. Can you summarize it? Either way, since there is no valid, pre-existing link between Iraq and al Qaida, and since Dubya used that falsified link as one of the justifications for initiating his war, then al Qaida and (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) Indeed they are. Which is why I asked that LEGO look into it. (asked, mind you) And later posted that I have reason to believe they are looking into it. (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Incorrect. In fact, the responsibility of those lost Iraqi lives can be attributed to OBL as well. Consider this recent NYT article by Thomas Friedman: (URL) The resistance in Iraq is coming primarily from outside Iraq, not in. As Friedman (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) Without commenting directly on www.iraqbodycount.net, I would like to offer (URL) this> article for consideration. You'll either need to subscribe to Salon or watch a brief promotional ad from a sponser, but it takes less than a minute. The (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) The "pocket battleships" (literally Panzerschiffen, or armor-clads) you're thinking of were Deutschland (later Lützow), Admiral Graf Spee (of the River Plate, and which a private company is talking about raising and restoring (!!!!)), and (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) Zing! Well, as an investment, it sounds like a dumb marketing decision, if anything. Bowling for Columbine cost a few million to make and raked in over $120M. Farenheit is at least fairly likely to pull in similar returns. Since the company (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Yes, I see what you mean. I went to the link expecting maybe a 10-20% yes vote, but 42%? The ironic thing, for those that have tried to block this film is that it has gained far more publicity than if they had done nothing, after all what (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) It could be very possible that this person works for Maersk in Hawaii, or knows someone who works for Maersk, or contacted Maersk directly (having an "in" with the company) to obtain the ships. Not to defend this person, but these are (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Larry, you almost sound like you've seen the movie? (...) Personally, I'd like to see balance in the American news media before I worry about award winning documentary pieces emanating from the USA. ;) Scott A (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Very true. But, even the Germans considered the Gneisenau and Scharnhorst something called 'Pocket Battleships.' This was a peculiar way to present a ship that was greatly outclassed by BBs and BCs. The Germans could thus claim Naval equality (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) It's just a marketing decision, nothing sinister. Disney decided they already had enough fantasy films in this summer's line up. (I won't pay anything to that man, because even when he's right, he's annoyingly hatchetjobbish. Why not just (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(URL) Once I see this, I shall post a review for those living within "Disney's public conscience" zone. ;) Scott A (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) But this is the US naval classification system (or perhaps Jane's)--and it is therefore that also used by those of us operating in retrospect. Remember that German battleships and battlecruisers in WWI (and in WWII--Scharnhorst and Gneisenau (...) (20 years ago, 24-May-04, to lugnet.general, lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) It's not *my* reasoning. It's my speculation about *their* reasoning. If you want to infer what I think, think about "slices pretty close"... and what I meant by that.:-) (...) I could (facetiously) argue the point, in that since they mass (...) (20 years ago, 23-May-04, to lugnet.lego, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) This person has either cheated the system to somehow get 200 Mearsk ships, or they do not really have that many to begin with. I also agree that asking $200 each for a set that just came out is both rude and absurd...so I'd like to do (...) (20 years ago, 22-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Yeah, but it's not enough for me. I was looking for more info about Kerry, but clearly I don't write well enough to convey that question here. That's ok though, the internet's a big place. I'll find it. (...) It's not what I asked for, but (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) I won't get into that debate again, but thank you for respecting my choice. I'm a separatist, as you canadian folks call us. I've never been canadian at heart. The point, however, is not to break Canada. It's to have our own Country. Québec. (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Terry Prosper wrote: This should make things clearer... Basically what I tried to explain, in better words. (URL) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Vote for a party whose platform is to break up Canada? Probably not Though, to be said, at least the Bloc stands for something, instead of this vague 'give us your money so we can waste it on stuff...' Beyond that, whereas I'd prefer a chance (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Hehe David, I guess you're almost sorry not to have the Bloc Québécois to vote for now, don't you? Because what choice do Ontarians have? Paul MArtin the scumbag or Stephen Harper the right-wing extremist. Or you could waste your vote (or (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) HAHAHAHAHAHAHHHHAhha...ahaaa..... hehe... funny... hehe...heheHEHEHAHAH...AAHHA!!!!! That guy is hillarious! We're sooooo evil! We let Gay people wed! We dont put people in jail because they smoked a joint! "Quick, fellow Americans, let us (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Don Heyse wrote: <snip> (...) While que question is not addressed to me, I will try to answer it for myself. Of course, I am Québécois, so I don't have to vote, but here's my answer anyway. Kerry, as I understand it, (...) (20 years ago, 21-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Tank shells used as warning shots on unarmoured human beings (despite the availability of perfectly serviceable heavy machine guns). I guess one must admire the Israeli Army's enthusiasm... Richard Still baldly going... (20 years ago, 20-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Seneca: "Consult your friend on all things, especially on those which respect yourself. His counsel may then be useful where your own self-love might impair your judgment." Scott A (20 years ago, 20-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Perhaps the propeller accelerates the air backwards at high speeds, which then leaves the bubble, pushing the whole thing forwards. Sorta like an over-complicated ion drive. Of course you'd need to carry a lot of compressed air as propellant, (...) (20 years ago, 19-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(URL) article Bill. Let me point out just a few spins from the 'no spin zone'... " Even countries like Canada are no longer dependable allies. According to a Macleans poll, 38% of Canadians say their attitude toward the USA has worsened since 9/11. (...) (20 years ago, 19-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) (URL) That can't be easy>: "The army said it did not deliberately target protesters, but a helicopter and tanks had fired warning shots to stop crowds entering a battle zone. " Scott A (20 years ago, 19-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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Dear self-proclaimed cool guys, Stop patting yourself on the back for the high number of hits your brickshelf folder gets!! You're getting hits because you update it with nothing evey other friggin day!!! Ahhh. That felt good. Felix (20 years ago, 18-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) <snipped the hissy fits> Now kids, don't make me separate you two. Let's all just check this at the door, build some cool mecha of our own styles, and have fun, eh? Bravely jumping in the middle, -Chris (note: Guys, don't take this too (...) (20 years ago, 18-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I dunno, Lar, this looks like the kind of heavy-handed psychological tactics that Hitler would have used to shut down open debate... - Chris. (20 years ago, 16-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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Something I found from rooting around in orkut communities... (URL) to believe that it's been 10 years, almost! (20 years ago, 16-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Woulda been more relaxing if some of the terrorists had bombs strapped to them. Or maybe I just didnt wait long enough.... ROSCO (20 years ago, 15-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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(...) Does that include the "Pop Idol" finals? Scott A (20 years ago, 14-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Damm those lunatic Canadians!! btw, how did we get into such a state of affairs that the next election in Canada and the next election in the US of A are "the most important elections ever", as people are stating. Is this, what's the (...) (20 years ago, 14-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) There goes Canada again, blaming the US for its unemployment problems. You should have thought of that before you broke into Mike P's house. Dave! (20 years ago, 14-May-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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