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Federal and State Governments make more profit than Big Oil
14 May 2011 15:11 #16
by Rockdoc
Replied by Rockdoc on topic Federal and State Governments make more profit than Big Oil
CriticalBill wrote: That's what I admire about PS, always a cool well thought out response even when answering the most ignorant and abusive rants from a half baked nutjob. Wish I had that kind of patience.
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16 May 2011 23:53 #20
by ScienceChic
Actually, I'm glad you noticed that they weren't "pre-packaged talking points", as you put it; I'm happy when everyone brings up viewpoints that I hadn't considered before, as it expands my horizons, so I just try to repay the favor in kind!
As for being the only non-conservative to post on this thread, I don't think that's a problem at all. There are many threads in which archer or LJ jump right in so I don't feel that my input is necessary - they are quite capable of holding their own - so I often decline to post. Likewise, I'm guessing that they feel the same when they see me jump in a thread like this (especially since energy policy is a favorite study of mine!), and don't feel the need to add their viewpoint as well (and I appreciate the unspoken vote of confidence in my competence to hold my own, albeit young and not-yet-all-experienced-and-wise, viewpoints, or maybe they don't care for the topic either, who knows?) . If you're curious as to their opinions individually, you can always PM them and ask; or, was it more of an observation on your part? Despite the length of some of my posts, I kind of follow the general idea of the quotes below, and had the impression, perhaps erroneously, perhaps not, that many of my fellow posters did as well:
“When words are scarce they are seldom spent in vain” - William Shakespeare
“Listen to many, speak to a few.” - William Shakespeare
Hence, I only have 2,000 some odd posts, rather than 5,000+ (reduced frequency = increased quality!). Discussing science does not lend itself well to succint-ness, nor does citing evidence to back your opinions, facts, and/or statements. Luckily for y'all, I haven't the time I used to have and there are only so many nights I can stay up until 3am researching and posting my fun long stuff!
Speaking of, last night was one of those so I need to hit the hay - got a busy day tomorrow. 
"Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.” -King T'Challa, Black Panther
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it. ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. ~Winston Churchill
Replied by ScienceChic on topic Federal and State Governments make more profit than Big Oil
Thanks - I'm here to serve!neptunechimney wrote: My complements. You are the only non conservative to post to this thread. Double points for not responding with pre packaged talking points.
Actually, I'm glad you noticed that they weren't "pre-packaged talking points", as you put it; I'm happy when everyone brings up viewpoints that I hadn't considered before, as it expands my horizons, so I just try to repay the favor in kind!As for being the only non-conservative to post on this thread, I don't think that's a problem at all. There are many threads in which archer or LJ jump right in so I don't feel that my input is necessary - they are quite capable of holding their own - so I often decline to post. Likewise, I'm guessing that they feel the same when they see me jump in a thread like this (especially since energy policy is a favorite study of mine!), and don't feel the need to add their viewpoint as well (and I appreciate the unspoken vote of confidence in my competence to hold my own, albeit young and not-yet-all-experienced-and-wise, viewpoints, or maybe they don't care for the topic either, who knows?) . If you're curious as to their opinions individually, you can always PM them and ask; or, was it more of an observation on your part? Despite the length of some of my posts, I kind of follow the general idea of the quotes below, and had the impression, perhaps erroneously, perhaps not, that many of my fellow posters did as well:
“When words are scarce they are seldom spent in vain” - William Shakespeare
“Listen to many, speak to a few.” - William Shakespeare
Hence, I only have 2,000 some odd posts, rather than 5,000+ (reduced frequency = increased quality!). Discussing science does not lend itself well to succint-ness, nor does citing evidence to back your opinions, facts, and/or statements. Luckily for y'all, I haven't the time I used to have and there are only so many nights I can stay up until 3am researching and posting my fun long stuff!
Speaking of, last night was one of those so I need to hit the hay - got a busy day tomorrow. "Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.” -King T'Challa, Black Panther
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it. ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. ~Winston Churchill
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