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(...) Ahh, the upside to living in a culture that is insanely materialistic;-) -John (...) (25 years ago, 28-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Merry Christmas from the Libertarian Party
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(...) Irrelevant to a court case. The law is the law, and if it is being broken, it must be prosecuted. Not just ignorerd because some politicians feel the law is unjust. How would you feel if the second was effectively repealed in the way you're (...) (25 years ago, 28-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) At this point in the discussion, I'd just like to say "You lucky American bastards!". (400 piece buckets tend to cost $20+, rather than $5 or $7, around here) Jasper (25 years ago, 28-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Brad Justus' Comments - Why Complain?
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Okay, I see that my intent was not clearly stated. I will give it another attempt. I was trying to present the idea that for those who disagree with Lego's comments about what is okay with them regards posting of retailer information, just because (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Merry Christmas from the Libertarian Party
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(...) Most of the time, especially when the government messes with the private sector, in the ridiculous ruling against Microsoft. Especially considering the anti-trust laws are from the 1920's or 30's, which has no bearing in the marketplace today. (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Is anyone happy?
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(...) Well, for those who believe in pink elephants (That's for you, Larry P. :) ) or God, I am glad. There is a real reason behind the season. It is hard to work in a retail establishment and see the people just go nuts. I rather have a nice day (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Wayne Hussey's Comments - Why Not Complain? (was Re: Brad...)
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(...) <snipped most of post that I agree with> I would argue (hence the .debate follow-up) that driving IS a priviledge as opposed to a right. The necessity of high-speed transfer of stuff (and it's effect on our economy) has nothing to do with it (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.general, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Longest railroad (was Re: Longest train?
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(...) I can attest to this. Here in Knoxville we have one cable company - now owned by Comcast. Our basic cable lineup doesn't include History, Sci-Fi, or Comedy Central. If you want those you have to pay $10 extra AND pay for a box - can't get them (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| | Re: Is anyone happy?
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(...) Ugh, see my post on .market.shopping and .loc.us.mi.det -- I think you're absolutely right on this one, Larry. Anyhow, can we qualify this New Years'--what with Y2K and all--as a "commercialized holiday?" (I mean, it's not holy, but darned if (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Or else they'll have to admit that it's a necessary evil, or just ignore the statement in practice. Was this a civil court or a religious court? I don't think they're one and the same in Pakistan, but I haven't been keeping up with late (...) (25 years ago, 27-Dec-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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