Desipio Message Board

Quote from: Brownie on February 16, 2009, 11:00:06 AM
Let's get this straight. Jindal did not ban creationism from being taught in schools.  Did he require it? Does he have much authority to ban it/force it in schools? I don't know Louisiana law, and I question how much the blogger does either.  Is this something better left to local school boards?  Had Jindal tried banning/requiring creationism to be taught in the schools, would he be subjecting the state to hundreds of lawsuits?

Now if you excuse me, I'm looking for the text of the Stimulus Bill online so I can read it.

Keep in mind, questioning Bobby Jindal's sanity isn't a direct insult to you nor a propping up of anything the Democrats have done.

You know what? Fuck this politics shit. I'm done with it.

Quote from: Kermit, B. on February 16, 2009, 10:11:00 AM
Hands-on preview for the PS3 360 version at O.S.

*Edit:  The O.S. guys clarified that it's the 360 version, and that the label is a mistake.

Quick rundown for the IT-impaired? Do they like it?

Quote from: Oleg on February 16, 2009, 09:16:37 AM

Quote from: IrishYeti on February 16, 2009, 09:10:59 AM

Quote from: Oleg on February 16, 2009, 08:58:46 AM
I'm just sick of this whole "rights" thing.  Why is it that every time some group is given rights, it ends up that some other group ends losing their rights.

And, Yeti, why is your creatist theory better than my creationist theory?  What if I believe that God created the earth and heavens in 14 days, rather than 7 (or 6)?  Are we going to dvevote time in the classroom to teach that theory (my use of the term "theory" is very loose here).  What if I believe that it wasn't God who created earth, but Matt Murton on a giant unicorn?

When we start teaching theories that are based on faith, we open up a can of worms.  I don't want to infringe on your faith, but keep it the hell away from mine.  Know what I mean, hoss?

My faith? I fucking hate the established religion world. Yes, I believe in God or whatever form it is, but definitely not in the capacity that the bible professes it to be. Churches make me feel uncomfortable. I'm not into that at all. However, I really don't see how it really hurts anyone or anything to present an idea that so many people in this world believe to be mostly true.

DPD.

I'm not refering to your faith specifically.  I'm refering to the idea that creationism is based on FAITH, as opposed to tangible evidence.  Like a 8 year old who really believes that Santa Claus is real, despite there not being any evidence that even begins to prove it so.

I heard Santa Claus: How Does He Do It? Is a 400 level course at LSU.

Quote from: IrishYeti on February 16, 2009, 09:05:45 AM

Quote from: Slakee on February 16, 2009, 08:41:39 AM
Interesting how a commentary on Bobby Jindal and the state of Louisiana's stance on creationist teaching turns into a Thomas Jefferson Is a BIG FAT PHONY fingerpoint clusterfuck.

Is Thomas Jefferson planning to run for office soon?

Jefferson? Well, I was kind of counting on him running in '12. Maybe he'd bring the hope and change we are all still waiting for. (green font. Calm down Obama dick chuggers. *I think I did that right)

In actuality, I was just pointing out that the one who started the whole "Separation of Church and State" nonsense was, in fact, a hypocrite and didn't quite believe what he said to a small church in a political letter. Until Congress passes a national religion or tells me I have to pray or that I have to do something in connection with religion, I'll be fine. My rights, as well as everyone else's, won't be intruded on. If some teachers want to teach creationism, I say it's not horrible but teach both for god's sake, if you do. Don't be like the cunt who taught my "Creation-Evolution" class where she just bashed Creationism the whole time when the class was advertised as a class to talk about both. Plus, if the teacher is teaching something you don't want to hear, just do what about 85% of kids do anyway, ignore the bitch and doodle on a piece of paper or something. I think people getting their panties all in a bunch over some teachers having the opportunity to teach Creationism along side of Evolution really just need to calm down and be open and accepting to different beliefs and views.

Or, now that I know what Louisiana thinks is acceptable learning matter in public schools, I'll just never move to Louisiana. However, if this Jindal douche gains steam are we looking at a similar push nationwide?

Interesting how a commentary on Bobby Jindal and the state of Louisiana's stance on creationist teaching turns into a Thomas Jefferson Is a BIG FAT PHONY fingerpoint clusterfuck.

Is Thomas Jefferson planning to run for office soon?

Quote from: Tonker on February 16, 2009, 07:38:17 AM

Quote from: ~Apex on February 16, 2009, 07:27:06 AM
Not a fan of the Turndthrow Thread? Or did you just see this as an opportunity to Rog-Roll the Desipio Massive? Either way I think it's DRLP.

I presumed that, seeing as Turdthrow has been released, his thread was no longer relevant.

Are fucking serious Tonk? That thread makes me happier than a Scot in suet.

Son of a bitch, what were you thinking?

Why do they score a touchdown with time expiring in every game?

I don't like posting links from blogs, and maybe this has been covered here already but isn't this one of the big GOP hopefuls for 2012?

Bobby Jindal?

Quote from: TDubbs on February 15, 2009, 03:22:21 PM

Quote from: Slakee on February 15, 2009, 02:58:31 PM
Started from the beginning today - got it on netflix. Just thought I'd point it out.

Yay?

You tell me, superfan.

Started from the beginning today - got it on netflix. Just thought I'd point it out.

You're all Weebs now.

Quote from: Kermit, B. on February 13, 2009, 12:03:12 PM
I don't know if this was in previous iterations, but it looks like there are tiebreakers.  Cool.

I wish I could see this stuff, but my IT Nazis block almost every image hosting service and any sites related to video games. It'd really give me something to do while I ignore work.

Quote from: Kermit, B. on February 13, 2009, 11:51:30 AM

Quote from: *In a Nutsack on February 13, 2009, 11:49:42 AM

Quote from: Kermit, B. on February 13, 2009, 10:44:20 AM
DPD.  I just watched the videos.  This game looks incredible in motion.  Let's hope the gameplay backs it up.

How does Wrigley look?  I can't see teh vids at work, but did it look like they made some refinements to the stadiums and environments?

DPD, but it looks really solid to me.  The field looks a lot bigger than last year (or the player models look smaller), which is a good thing.  The crowd looks excellent.  But be prepared to change your insurance to STATE FARM and drink a lot of PEPSI.

This is off topic, but I was just sent a list of the new features for The Show - I am impressed.

I'll start a thread for it. I'm sure there are some people here that will play that.

Quote from: BH on February 13, 2009, 10:17:05 AM

Quote from: Slakee on February 13, 2009, 09:59:48 AM

Second, I got the new Trail of Dead (...And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead) album called The Century of Self and it's explosive. I really like this band though, some might find them irritating. Last time I saw them at Metro they employed two drummers with full kits which made for a loud, bad ass show. I'm pretty excited about this upcoming gig at the Empty Bottle.

One of the best live bands I've ever seen. Do they still change up instruments during their sets?

It was probably 4 years ago last I saw them, but they definitely did that night. The show is 10-12 bucks and I don't think it's sold out. March 6th.

Quote from: RV on February 13, 2009, 09:58:08 AM

Quote from: Eli on February 13, 2009, 09:18:36 AM

Quote from: CT III on February 13, 2009, 09:11:37 AM
So, I'm reading Sam Smith's blog today, and he was addressing the reason why Derrick Rose wasn't in the game at the end.

QuoteBut how could Rose not be in the game when an attack at the basket seemed the best option?

My guess is Del Negro simply forgot. He had been taking Rose out for defense and didn't play him as the Bulls came back in the fourth quarter to get within two with Rose on the bench the first seven minutes. And Del Negro had taken Rose out for the bigger Luol Deng with six seconds left with Marion inbounding that first time when Hinrich stole the ball.

Forgot?!?  Seriously, I haven't watched the Bulls much this year, but even I know Rose is at least their 2nd best offensive player.  And Del Negro FORGOT to put him in the game?  Maybe Smith is off his meds, but that doesn't seem like something you just throw out there on a whim.  Especially when the Bulls are paying your salary.

http://blogs.bulls.com/chicago_bulls_blog/2009/02/bulls-lose-and-you-cannot-believe-this-one.html

Vinny said this:

Quote"Kirk was loose, he had been playing really well and we just wanted to go that way. It's one of those things where if you execute the play and you make it, it was the right way. That's part of the decision-making process."

Note that he never said why Rose wasn't on the floor in his explanation, which actually gives some credence to Sam's idea.  Also, even if the play had turned out OK, that doesn't mean it was the right decision to keep Rose off the floor.  What a turd.

How about the fact that Thabo, who played a total of I think 5 or 6 minutes in the game, was brought in for the inbounds play at the end, which he promptly threw to Wade? Vinny no make-a no sense-a!

You only a-scum a-compare-a to Krusty!

Yes, yes you see how you scum.