Rookie120 0 #1 July 8, 2007 OK, so the Live Earth concert was yesterday and most people know the details of it. Something that I saw last night when I was at work at the airport has put a bug up my ass big time. We all know what the goal of the concert was, use less energy, fossil fuels and what not. So when I was at work I was outside the hangar and I saw Bon Jovi and the band pull up in a HUGE tour bus with 3 Chevy Tahoes with security guys. They got out of there tour bus and jumped on an BBJ. About 45 minutes later Dave Mathews arrives and jumps on a G-4. Then Kanye West got a Challenger. Then poor Kelly Clarkson, she only got to fly on a Citation II. I just thought to myself what a bunch of assholes to be preaching how we need to cut out energy consumption then after they put on a huge concert jump on there private jets and take off. I'm sure they bought there carbon offsets and put some more money into Al Gores pocket so they feel better about themselves. I guess you dont always have to practice what you preach.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #2 July 8, 2007 It's all a big assed joke. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #3 July 8, 2007 What's even more interesting is that one of the companies that "claims" to provide a carbon off-set, is partially owned by Al Gore. All while he consumes 20x the amount of energy the average American uses. Hypocrisy really does a doozy doesn't it!!So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #4 July 8, 2007 QuoteHypocrisy really does a doozy doesn't it!! It's a joke. All the guys at work were just shaking there heads with disbelief when I ran inside and told them what I was seeing outside.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #5 July 8, 2007 Making money, any way they can. Gore preaches all his bull-shit about global warming and conserving energy while he's laughing all the way to the bank. By the way... who, made him an 'authority' on the environment? That guy wastes more energy than a small town. What you told, really shows the hipocracy of the 'stars' who's movies or cd's we buy. There's big bucks in tree huggin'! Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #6 July 8, 2007 Quote There's big bucks in tree huggin'! I'm in the wrong business. If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #7 July 8, 2007 Quote Quote There's big bucks in tree huggin'! I'm in the wrong business. _________________________________________ Ain't that the truth!!! We're both in the wrong business! That and bein' a T.V. evangilist!Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #8 July 8, 2007 Quote What you told, really shows the hipocracy of the 'stars' who's movies or cd's we buy. There's big bucks in tree huggin'! I see big wigs come through there all the time. The hangar I work at is right next to the corporate FBO. Most of the time I could care less who come through. I just love to see what they are flying on. But when I seen who was on these planes knowing what they had just performed for, well it did not sit to well for me. Bon Jovi probably just burned more fuel in 1 flight than I burn in 5 years driving. But they want me to adjust my driving habits to cut down on polution.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #9 July 8, 2007 I didn't even know there was a Live Earth Concert. Was it any good? Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #10 July 8, 2007 QuoteI didn't even know there was a Live Earth Concert. Was it any good? Dont know, I wasnt there. Some of the bands I like and put on good shows.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #11 July 8, 2007 Do you think my trees will know if I hug them a day late?Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #12 July 8, 2007 QuoteDo you think my trees will know if I hug them a day late? I was out cutting wood today, does that count. I was in touch with nature! With a 10lb axe.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #13 July 8, 2007 You are an insensitive person. Trees have feelings too you know.BTW, since it is raining, I think I will hug my trees tomorrow.Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanvasAnchor 0 #14 July 8, 2007 QuoteI didn't even know there was a Live Earth Concert. Was it any good? Chris Most of it was very good . Great performances , top artists donating their time and talent . We just have to wait to see how it impacts people and corporations thru out the globe , as far as awareness and taking action upon it .Who is picking up the tab for all of this ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #15 July 8, 2007 QuoteI didn't even know there was a Live Earth Concert. Was it any good? Chris I heard there was to be a live Earth concert, but I reckoned that since it was for the environment it would not use energy. Imagine - if 500 million televisions tuned in for but 4 of the 24 hours that's a lot of power to be generated!!!! "TUne in to our worldwide concert - broadcast using coal-fired electricity and viewed using the same! SUpport the environment." It sounds like having sending a message to get everyone to have "Tattoos are Stupid" tattoed on their faces as a protest against tattoos. Or having a "sex-in" where people are encouraged to fornicate in support of abstinence. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #16 July 8, 2007 "Days are the sunniest, jokes are the funniest, rabbits are the bunniest, bees are the honey-est, elephants are ton-iest, troubles are the none-iest everywhere I go." - Moose A. Moose you watch too much noggin. "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #17 July 9, 2007 To be honest, I really don't give a shit about global warming. I do not want pollution and I do want less crappy emissions spewed into the air, but that's it. For me, I think we have more pressing issues facing humanity right now like poverty, starvation, disease, terrorism, etc. These are proven issues. Global warming has yet to be proven. It still could be a cyclical trend. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCclimber 0 #18 July 9, 2007 Quote By the way... who, made him an 'authority' on the environment? That guy wastes more energy than a small town. Priceless Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AnKaLi 0 #19 July 9, 2007 Aside from Global Warming, you do know that environmental problems go hand in hand with poverty, starvation, and disease right now throughout the world, right? In no way do I support the stupid Live Earth concert, I just wanted to bring this fact to your attention :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #20 July 9, 2007 Quote problems go hand in hand with poverty, starvation, and disease right now throughout the world, right? Chicken/Egg? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #21 July 9, 2007 Quote Quote What you told, really shows the hipocracy of the 'stars' who's movies or cd's we buy. There's big bucks in tree huggin'! I see big wigs come through there all the time. The hangar I work at is right next to the corporate FBO. Most of the time I could care less who come through. I just love to see what they are flying on. But when I seen who was on these planes knowing what they had just performed for, well it did not sit to well for me. Bon Jovi probably just burned more fuel in 1 flight than I burn in 5 years driving. But they want me to adjust my driving habits to cut down on polution. ___________________________________ ...but... but... they're famous and important!Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #22 July 9, 2007 Quote What's even more interesting is that one of the companies that "claims" to provide a carbon off-set, is partially owned by Al Gore. All while he consumes 20x the amount of energy the average American uses. Hypocrisy really does a doozy doesn't it!! Didn't you get the memo? Only neo-cons can be hypocrites!! Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #23 July 9, 2007 QuoteAside from Global Warming, you do know that environmental problems go hand in hand with poverty, starvation, and disease right now throughout the world, right? In no way do I support the stupid Live Earth concert, I just wanted to bring this fact to your attention :) Before I would blame 'Global Warming' for starvation, poverty and disease; I would put the blame on human selfishness. If those who have would voluntarily share with those who don't, those 3 issues could be eradicated. Are you planning to walk up to a person who is starving today and tell them not to worry because people are working on eradicating global warming? Selfishness truly is the root of all evil, and we're all guilty of it to some extent. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,120 #24 July 9, 2007 >Are you planning to walk up to a person who is starving today and tell > them not to worry because people are working on eradicating global >warming? Well, to be fair, if people DO manage to stop global warming (unlikely) and thus end the droughts in several parts of the world, those people will be able to better feed themselves and not have to rely on people giving them food. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,589 #25 July 9, 2007 Sometimes the dividing line between selfishness and a healthy self-interest is fine. But generally it's just seriously misplaced. Of course, I have enough money to skydive 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
