hobbes4star 0 #1 January 19, 2006 I was just wondering if anyone here is scared that they may end up involved in a terrorist attack. Disregarding those of you that are in high profile jobs that would put them at risk, I am talking about just us everyday people. When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous?if fun were easy it wouldn't be worth having, right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,118 #2 January 19, 2006 >When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous? Nope. Odds are far higher that I will be killed riding my bike home on Mira Mesa Blvd than by a terrorist attack. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #3 January 19, 2006 Absolutely! Everyone knows that The Terrorists are hellbent on the murder and destruction of the president and senate of the united states, titans of industry, military generals, and Joe Smith of Coffeeville, Kansas. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sen.Blutarsky 0 #4 January 19, 2006 Well that certainly makes Joe Smith's daily life a tad bit more exciting now doesn't it ... Blutarsky 2008. No Prisoners! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sen.Blutarsky 0 #5 January 19, 2006 It doesn’t make me nervous. However, since I happened to have been evacuated from my former office building on 9/11 due to fears the Sears Tower might fall into our building I have realized that I’ve become noticeably more _aware_ when the monthly tests of Chicago’s emergency sirens are sounded. Blutarsky 2008. No Prisoners! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hobbes4star 0 #6 January 19, 2006 That is my thought exactly. If I were in a high profile job that would put me in that position then yes, but not as an everyday citizen.if fun were easy it wouldn't be worth having, right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,588 #7 January 19, 2006 There are a lot of high-profile people in the US, what with news and the internet. The threat of a terrorist attack to me is about like the threat of cancer -- take care of yourself generally because being healthy is one of the best defenses, and then just live your life. I would imagine that little pisses a terrorist off more than being irrelevant. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Channman 2 #8 January 19, 2006 > I would imagine that little pisses a terrorist off more than being irrelevant. I like that comment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites aftermid 0 #9 January 19, 2006 QuoteI was just wondering if anyone here is scared that they may end up involved in a terrorist attack. I used to worry about a terrorist attack all the time, but since we invaded Iraq and declared 'Mission Accomplished' on that aircraft carrier I feel much safer now. It made me want to immigrate to Iraq just so I could experience the joy of being liberated! I also stocked my basement with duct tape and plasitc tarps so that further ease my mind. But the things that make me feel most secure are the Patriot Act and warrantless wiretaps. It lets me know that the current Bush regime is serious about fighting terror. They aren't going to let a silly thing like the Constitution get in the way. Obviously, the terrorists target the US because of our freedoms, those bloody sand people hate us because we're free. What better way to get them to stop hating us than to widdle away at some of those freedoms. Every night before I go to bed I thank the good Lord that our President and his administration have the courage, resolve, and integrity to ignore the International Community and the Constitution to make our country a safer place. GOD BLESS AMERICA, AND NO PLACE ELSE! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tcnelson 1 #10 January 19, 2006 after reading that ridiculous tirade, all i have to say to you is... Quote...declared 'Mission Accomplished' on that air craft carrier I feel much... aircraft is one word. "Don't talk to me like that assface...I don't work for you yet." - Fletch NBFT, Deseoso Rodriguez RB#1329 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wmw999 2,588 #11 January 19, 2006 You could assemble that "tirade" simply from quotes from here in dropzone.com. Not to mention the media. Sounds kind of silly when you put them all together, doesn't it? I'll admit there was some connotative manipulation in there, but I thought it was important to ignore the delivery and pay attention to the words -- isn't that why spelling isn't important for many? Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #12 January 19, 2006 Funny! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tcnelson 1 #13 January 19, 2006 now why would you want to go and be serious with my joke? "Don't talk to me like that assface...I don't work for you yet." - Fletch NBFT, Deseoso Rodriguez RB#1329 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites stevebabin 0 #14 January 19, 2006 QuoteI was just wondering if anyone here is scared that they may end up involved in a terrorist attack. I'm not scared, but I understand it's a slight possibility. I work at a regional airport (on the cargo side of things) and there are some reminders there. Security is taken much more seriously where I work now than it was pre-9/11. Steve"Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SpeedRacer 1 #15 January 19, 2006 Osama bin Laden poses a serious threat to champagne supplies. when they finally get the f&*ker. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sundevil777 102 #16 January 19, 2006 QuoteAbsolutely! Everyone knows that The Terrorists are hellbent on the murder and destruction of the president and senate of the united states, titans of industry, military generals, and Joe Smith of Coffeeville, Kansas. They came quite close to taking out their target in D.C. Either the White House or Congress. Many choose to forget that fact.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kallend 2,148 #17 January 19, 2006 Quote It doesn’t make me nervous. However, since I happened to have been evacuated from my former office building on 9/11 due to fears the Sears Tower might fall into our building I have realized that I’ve become noticeably more _aware_ when the monthly tests of Chicago’s emergency sirens are sounded. "Mare" Daley's greatest fear that some terrorist in a Cessna 152 will take out the Sears Tower has been greatly reduced since he bulldozed Miegs Field. You still need to worry about terrorists firing model rockets at you from Grant Park.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites aftermid 0 #18 January 20, 2006 Quote>When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous? Nope. Odds are far higher that I will be killed riding my bike home on Mira Mesa Blvd than by a terrorist attack. Just about everything is more likely to kill you than a terrorist attack. http://www.nsc.org/lrs/statinfo/odds.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Gravitymaster 0 #19 January 20, 2006 QuoteQuote>When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous? Nope. Odds are far higher that I will be killed riding my bike home on Mira Mesa Blvd than by a terrorist attack. Just about everything is more likely to kill you than a terrorist attack. http://www.nsc.org/lrs/statinfo/odds.htm I think it's more likely the next terror attack will be focused more on destroying our economy. The Alaska pipeline is a probable target. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites chuteless 1 #20 January 20, 2006 Al Qaeda WILL take the USA down, and there is NOTHING they can do to stop them, or Osama. I told you it states in God's WORD, that the USA will end its world domination, through Al Qaeda. IF the FBI, Homeland Insecurity, or Bush knew what I could tell them, and prove , they would be extremely worried, for they could NOT deny what I would show them. It is stated all or in part in at least 7 different places. God has said " I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it " (Isaiah 46:11) The USA has become one of the most corrupt nations on earth, from the President and his incompetant Vice President, through the Congress, the Senate, the Pentagon, and through the ranks, and through much of the State, town and city administrations. God Bless America????? I cant think of a single reason why He would want to. The end is coming, whether any of you like it or not.....Osama and his group of thugs are about to bring and end on your sick and corrupt empire. China will be the new dominating power, and WILL rule the world. North Korea will destroy three nations, most likely with small controlled nukes, and formulate much of the evil that will prevail, with China's blessing. The Bible states everything mentioned above, but does not say which three nations North Korea will destroy. However, I think it will be Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, but thats just a guess. The other things, I am NOT guessing at. They are prophesied to take place, and all your whining won't stop it. Wait for it...it is coming....and it won't be long. Bill Cole . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Sen.Blutarsky 0 #21 January 20, 2006 QuoteI think it's more likely the next terror attack will be focused more on destroying our economy. The Alaska pipeline is a probable target. We can weather short term disruptions to our petroleum supply. But if, say, a rogue state like Iran wished to do a number on the US economy, it would launch a “satellite,” possibly from a ship, which actually carried a large, maneuvering nuclear warhead. Eventually the warhead would be positioned in a LEO and detonated during a pass over the US. The EMP emitted from the explosion would fry most of the key electronic infrastructure here and the economy would disintegrate pretty quickly. If executed skillfully, this type of attack could not be traced back to the country of origin with enough certainty to justify a US counterattack in the eyes of the international community. Not that counterattacking would likely be the paramount concern for most Americans, who would be unemployed, hungry, lacking all but the most basic medical care and unable to watch their favorite sports teams play. Then again, why worry about something we can't control Blutarsky 2008. No Prisoners! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites billvon 3,118 #22 January 20, 2006 >IF the FBI, Homeland Insecurity, or Bush knew what I could tell > them, and prove , they would be extremely worried, for they could > NOT deny what I would show them. "But I'm not going to! Heh heh heh." >The Bible states everything mentioned above, but does not say > which three nations North Korea will destroy. However, I think it will > be Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, but thats just a guess. Dang, we're not even finished destroying/rebuilding Iraq yet! You'd think Jong-Il would let us finish rebuilding it before blowing it up again. And actually that's a pretty good reason to let Iran develop nukes. The deterrence presented by those nukes could head off Armageddon! Betcha the UN security council never thought of THAT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wmw999 2,588 #23 January 20, 2006 The problem, Bill, is that you are telling us what you interpret from what you read. You are expecting others to treat you as though you, personally, were the kind of source that should be believed without question. Even the Christians (no matter who is willing to call them that) generally want some sort of explanation about why prophesies are going to happen. "It says so and only I can read it" is not a very good one. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites beowulf 1 #24 January 20, 2006 and Canada is sooo much better then the US? Have you tried to contact the President I am sure he would be interested to hear what you have to say. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites chuteless 1 #25 January 20, 2006 I NEVER said that Billvon....you as usual, are twisting the statements to ridicule, and you know nothing of what I am referring to. hey hey hey.....your usual ridiculous comment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 Next Page 1 of 3 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
aftermid 0 #9 January 19, 2006 QuoteI was just wondering if anyone here is scared that they may end up involved in a terrorist attack. I used to worry about a terrorist attack all the time, but since we invaded Iraq and declared 'Mission Accomplished' on that aircraft carrier I feel much safer now. It made me want to immigrate to Iraq just so I could experience the joy of being liberated! I also stocked my basement with duct tape and plasitc tarps so that further ease my mind. But the things that make me feel most secure are the Patriot Act and warrantless wiretaps. It lets me know that the current Bush regime is serious about fighting terror. They aren't going to let a silly thing like the Constitution get in the way. Obviously, the terrorists target the US because of our freedoms, those bloody sand people hate us because we're free. What better way to get them to stop hating us than to widdle away at some of those freedoms. Every night before I go to bed I thank the good Lord that our President and his administration have the courage, resolve, and integrity to ignore the International Community and the Constitution to make our country a safer place. GOD BLESS AMERICA, AND NO PLACE ELSE! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcnelson 1 #10 January 19, 2006 after reading that ridiculous tirade, all i have to say to you is... Quote...declared 'Mission Accomplished' on that air craft carrier I feel much... aircraft is one word. "Don't talk to me like that assface...I don't work for you yet." - Fletch NBFT, Deseoso Rodriguez RB#1329 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,588 #11 January 19, 2006 You could assemble that "tirade" simply from quotes from here in dropzone.com. Not to mention the media. Sounds kind of silly when you put them all together, doesn't it? I'll admit there was some connotative manipulation in there, but I thought it was important to ignore the delivery and pay attention to the words -- isn't that why spelling isn't important for many? Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #12 January 19, 2006 Funny! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcnelson 1 #13 January 19, 2006 now why would you want to go and be serious with my joke? "Don't talk to me like that assface...I don't work for you yet." - Fletch NBFT, Deseoso Rodriguez RB#1329 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebabin 0 #14 January 19, 2006 QuoteI was just wondering if anyone here is scared that they may end up involved in a terrorist attack. I'm not scared, but I understand it's a slight possibility. I work at a regional airport (on the cargo side of things) and there are some reminders there. Security is taken much more seriously where I work now than it was pre-9/11. Steve"Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #15 January 19, 2006 Osama bin Laden poses a serious threat to champagne supplies. when they finally get the f&*ker. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #16 January 19, 2006 QuoteAbsolutely! Everyone knows that The Terrorists are hellbent on the murder and destruction of the president and senate of the united states, titans of industry, military generals, and Joe Smith of Coffeeville, Kansas. They came quite close to taking out their target in D.C. Either the White House or Congress. Many choose to forget that fact.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,148 #17 January 19, 2006 Quote It doesn’t make me nervous. However, since I happened to have been evacuated from my former office building on 9/11 due to fears the Sears Tower might fall into our building I have realized that I’ve become noticeably more _aware_ when the monthly tests of Chicago’s emergency sirens are sounded. "Mare" Daley's greatest fear that some terrorist in a Cessna 152 will take out the Sears Tower has been greatly reduced since he bulldozed Miegs Field. You still need to worry about terrorists firing model rockets at you from Grant Park.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aftermid 0 #18 January 20, 2006 Quote>When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous? Nope. Odds are far higher that I will be killed riding my bike home on Mira Mesa Blvd than by a terrorist attack. Just about everything is more likely to kill you than a terrorist attack. http://www.nsc.org/lrs/statinfo/odds.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #19 January 20, 2006 QuoteQuote>When we are threatened with a looming attack does that make you nervous? Nope. Odds are far higher that I will be killed riding my bike home on Mira Mesa Blvd than by a terrorist attack. Just about everything is more likely to kill you than a terrorist attack. http://www.nsc.org/lrs/statinfo/odds.htm I think it's more likely the next terror attack will be focused more on destroying our economy. The Alaska pipeline is a probable target. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuteless 1 #20 January 20, 2006 Al Qaeda WILL take the USA down, and there is NOTHING they can do to stop them, or Osama. I told you it states in God's WORD, that the USA will end its world domination, through Al Qaeda. IF the FBI, Homeland Insecurity, or Bush knew what I could tell them, and prove , they would be extremely worried, for they could NOT deny what I would show them. It is stated all or in part in at least 7 different places. God has said " I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it " (Isaiah 46:11) The USA has become one of the most corrupt nations on earth, from the President and his incompetant Vice President, through the Congress, the Senate, the Pentagon, and through the ranks, and through much of the State, town and city administrations. God Bless America????? I cant think of a single reason why He would want to. The end is coming, whether any of you like it or not.....Osama and his group of thugs are about to bring and end on your sick and corrupt empire. China will be the new dominating power, and WILL rule the world. North Korea will destroy three nations, most likely with small controlled nukes, and formulate much of the evil that will prevail, with China's blessing. The Bible states everything mentioned above, but does not say which three nations North Korea will destroy. However, I think it will be Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, but thats just a guess. The other things, I am NOT guessing at. They are prophesied to take place, and all your whining won't stop it. Wait for it...it is coming....and it won't be long. Bill Cole . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sen.Blutarsky 0 #21 January 20, 2006 QuoteI think it's more likely the next terror attack will be focused more on destroying our economy. The Alaska pipeline is a probable target. We can weather short term disruptions to our petroleum supply. But if, say, a rogue state like Iran wished to do a number on the US economy, it would launch a “satellite,” possibly from a ship, which actually carried a large, maneuvering nuclear warhead. Eventually the warhead would be positioned in a LEO and detonated during a pass over the US. The EMP emitted from the explosion would fry most of the key electronic infrastructure here and the economy would disintegrate pretty quickly. If executed skillfully, this type of attack could not be traced back to the country of origin with enough certainty to justify a US counterattack in the eyes of the international community. Not that counterattacking would likely be the paramount concern for most Americans, who would be unemployed, hungry, lacking all but the most basic medical care and unable to watch their favorite sports teams play. Then again, why worry about something we can't control Blutarsky 2008. No Prisoners! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,118 #22 January 20, 2006 >IF the FBI, Homeland Insecurity, or Bush knew what I could tell > them, and prove , they would be extremely worried, for they could > NOT deny what I would show them. "But I'm not going to! Heh heh heh." >The Bible states everything mentioned above, but does not say > which three nations North Korea will destroy. However, I think it will > be Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, but thats just a guess. Dang, we're not even finished destroying/rebuilding Iraq yet! You'd think Jong-Il would let us finish rebuilding it before blowing it up again. And actually that's a pretty good reason to let Iran develop nukes. The deterrence presented by those nukes could head off Armageddon! Betcha the UN security council never thought of THAT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,588 #23 January 20, 2006 The problem, Bill, is that you are telling us what you interpret from what you read. You are expecting others to treat you as though you, personally, were the kind of source that should be believed without question. Even the Christians (no matter who is willing to call them that) generally want some sort of explanation about why prophesies are going to happen. "It says so and only I can read it" is not a very good one. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #24 January 20, 2006 and Canada is sooo much better then the US? Have you tried to contact the President I am sure he would be interested to hear what you have to say. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuteless 1 #25 January 20, 2006 I NEVER said that Billvon....you as usual, are twisting the statements to ridicule, and you know nothing of what I am referring to. hey hey hey.....your usual ridiculous comment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
