Doug

RRS=Really Rotten Silva?

God, that is bullshit. He "believed the intelligence"? Um...no. Bush had access to all the information we did and more, and no reasonable person who studied the issue could possibly come to the conclusion that Saddam had WMDs. Bush decided to invade Iraq in Aug of 2002 for geopolitical reasons, not because Saddam was a significant threat. Cheney's office trumped up the intel for the public dog and pony show, and, as usual, the dumber half of the electorate bought it hook, line, and sinker. I'm positing that Bush is part of the dumber half of the electorate...Hell for that matter I am too!

Well, if he actually believed what he was saying is it really lying?

Oh, and as far as competent, 5 words: Heck of a job, Brownie!

Interesting viewpoint Doug. Consider.... link The fact that Bush was telling lies was something evident to the CC.com liberal brain trust (ChucK, Mattp, Tvash and the always cuddly J_B) Now our President elect is bringing on board many of the “experienced” WA elite. Which camp do they fall into: 1) They were always as smart as the CC.com brain trust. 2) They were/are dupes. 3) They were dupes who saw the light. (eg Edwards) Those truly believing the "Bush Lied" story line have to pick which of the three groups Obama’s each of staff fall into. The only acceptable group should #1. ( Well unless the cc.com brain trust is just so darn smart that holding the leaders of our country to their level is simply unreasonable.) Otherwise our new leaders are just dupes of a different color. It's not as simple as that Peter. BTW, I didn't think my attempt at humor was a racist rant. If one's position of supporting the war was based upon intelligence that puported that our nation and other allies were in imminent danger, then supporting the war at that stage cannot be considered a bad thing. Those that spoke out against it or the "evidence" leading up to it were labled by some more ferverent supporters as unpatriotic or treasonous. Remember, they are all politicians and at some level will say what they have to to either get elected or stay in office, even if it means compromising any principles they may have. Are/were they dupes at some level? Most probably. Back on topic, change in the Obama vein hopefully isn't a facade or window dressing. Yes, by definition his staff and cabinet are Washington insiders and political veterans. And yes, he more than likely has some political favors to repay. But I really do believe the change that he advertised a need for is an ideolgical change and that we will get. Sorry for the lack of a link, I thought I'd use my own ideas.

Kinda my thoughts too. Hiring competent people who have beltway experience is the change; as opposed to outsourcing the cabinet over to Bangalore.... Can you hear it now: "Get me the Secertary of Education on the line" ring ring (Bad indian accent) "Hello, this is Bobby. How may I help you today" "The SAT Scores are down for the second year running, we need to do something about the quality of education in this country" (Bad indian accent)"Ooohh just a moment I need to get my supervisor".

the jizzinator

sigh...... Whenever I get one of those e-mails I respond with a simple BLOW ME.

no shorts over polypro, no gaiters. these aren't real mounties, they're fake!!!!

Even better!

Based on the title of this thread I thought it was going to be a NSFW Larry Craig Closeted Gay Porn video.... I thought about posting this when I got it from my favorite left wing nut job friend, but did'nt want to stir up any of the partisan vitriol that existed in the days leading up to the election. Linky Thing

jeebus, was muffy reincarnated as pc313?

shit after reading ggk's post I'm kinda glad that I-1000 passed. It gives me that extra option! I think I am going to go ahead and start PT for it.

Nah, with the Democrats in power the budget for cool shit like that is gone. Probably go to feed the homeless or something.

Duh! The best seasoning is (in unison here); THE ONE HAVING THE MOST FUN!!!!

My doc did give me a scrip for PT. His advice was to avoid impact activities (running and hiking) and that before and after any other activities add some IT band specific stretches to my routine. If it doesn't seem to get better in the next 2 - 3 weeks, then PT would be advisable. I based on yours and Rob's input I may go earlier to see if there is a biomechanical issue causing it. My guess was that I had been running 20 + miles a week for a while, backed off and then started up again. My chirpractor recommended the foam roller and my gym at work has a couple. Your description is spot on, it is a nasty hurt! Doc says 2-3 weeks before I may start running or hiking, though I will probably do my traditional Mt. Si hike on Turkey day. Thanks for the input!

Anyone here had any IT Band inflammation/irritation issues? I've been having problems for a couple of months now, finally saw my orthapedic guy yesterday and he verified diagnosis. What I'm interested in is how long this kept people from intense activities. Also, any tips or tricks for faster healing. I'm thinking I won't be running for at least a couple of weeks, probably won't be doing any hiking either.

Happy Birthday you slayer of Black Butte Porters!

When biting the hand that feeds you can actually feed you.

There are three types of people in the world; Those that can count and those that can't.

kk has been spotted in cafe' sensitivo. i guess he's hanging with a classier crowd now.....

what's the avatar you have now? kitten, the other white meat?

"Plaintiffs were mocked, jeered and called 'sluts' and 'whores' and subject to harassment, humiliation and embarrassment." What's the old saying....The difference between a slut (or whore) and a bitch? THe slut/whore will put out for anyone; the bitch will put out for anyone but you.