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  1. gowlerk
    I did my best, man, and you shut it down. So be it. Rather than ask for an open and frank discussion about what is wrong with a group of people you know little about, and have great disregard for, you should consider an open and frank discussion about your own shortcomings and those of your own group. Only then will you be taken seriously. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  2. gowlerk

    2016 RNC

    gowlerk replied to normiss's topic in Speakers Corner

    I'm listening to it in the truck this evening. Driving through OH on the turnpike. All I can think of is it's all about fear, loathing, and resentment. Don't these people have anything good to say? Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  3. gowlerk
    Despite his reputation as a speech giver I have never found him to be a compelling speaker. Not even close to likes of say Pres. Reagan. He sounds too much like a lecturer or someone trying to convince a room full of skeptics. Natural speakers usually sound more like preachers. I find his style awkward at best. But if you listen to the words it is clear to me that his goal is to unite, not divide. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  4. gowlerk
    Yes, I guess converts are people who were looking for something. And were convinced by someone they trusted for whatever reason. The bad parts just didn't get talked about. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  5. gowlerk
    I don't know what is wrong with you this morning. But you can not possibly justify what you are implying with that. Because it is very clearly untrue. You don't really believe that BHO wants to racially divide the nation do you? Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  6. gowlerk
    Cars are not tools of war. They were not invented as killing machines. They serve a useful purpose. Unlike useless drivel. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  7. gowlerk
    It's pretty much at the bottom of my list as well. And I don't even like the ones at the top very much. I understand most Muslims are born into it and taught it young. What really blows my mind is converts. Why would anyone convert to a religion that demands death to apostates? Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  8. gowlerk
    His agenda? You mean his agenda to reduce racial tensions and bring people together? You have a problem with that? Haters.... Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  9. gowlerk
    Suddenly I'm very busy, the DZ is open today and tomorrow and I leave Sunday AM for PA with a load of frozen fries. It will be hard to fully engage for awhile, but I'll be thinking of you. I'll be thinking of what restrictions I would try if I were in charge. I agree, it's a sticky problem. I can't see the educational plan solving the problem of impulsive violence. I'm intrigued that you believe the younger generation is less prone to criminal behavior. I also think that there is generational progress being made in nearly all areas. I believe today's kids are well above the ones I grew up with. But I thought I was the only old fogey who believes in that. Most people just complain about "kids these days". Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  10. gowlerk
    Me. Read the Koran. 1.3 billion. Getting a little nasty in here. I understand the anger, but it's not going to help. Religions don't kill people....people kill people? I agree, the Koran teaches some evil things. Those 1.3 billion still somehow find a way to focus on the good parts and not the evil parts. Mostly. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  11. gowlerk
    Who can even begin to answer why? Right now, besides the grief of the victims, I want to know how many people were involved in planning and doing this thing. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  12. gowlerk
    Good point. I love to visit other riggers and watch them pack reserves. I almost always pick up new tricks. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  13. gowlerk
    The law would still be in place. There is no sunset or failure clause. So, as usual these days the crisis would force that dirtiest of words to come into play. Yes children, COMPROMISE. There, I said it. The two parties would need to compromise. I know, it's scary to think about. But it actually has been done before, and it will be done again. It's the real in realpolitik. It used to be the American way. You can do it. It won't kill you. Swallow your pride and do the dirty deed that must be done. It will hurt in the morning, like waking up beside a regret. But life will go on and people will be insured. I'll bet you on it! Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  14. gowlerk
    Nothing is more important to some Americans than defending their right to play with the tools of war. Feelings for victims don't even come close. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
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    Ok I sharpened my pencil, and it turns out that my ten day prediction was less than precise. With ten million enrollees and a loss rate of 50,000 per day, it would actually take 200 days. Perfect, it will be the first crisis of the Clinton administration. I wonder what kind of Congress she will have to cope with? It should be a real challenger for her. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  16. gowlerk
    I must admit, I missed the buying opportunity. I did not expect such a quick recovery. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  17. gowlerk
    And that was and is part of the ACA. Except in some red states. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  18. gowlerk
    The invitation to debate was not extended to you. It was meant for Coreeece. Debating you would be far too frustrating and pointless. The post you just made is a pretty good example. I can't even tell what point you are making. But I know you are setting a silly little trap of some sort. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  19. gowlerk
    Maybe, maybe not. Not much info there to go on. What's your point? Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  20. gowlerk
    Evil people don't work for cheap. Good money for selling your soul. But all for a good cause of course. I'm sure they all convinced themselves that the ends justified the means. People always do that. Isn't that the same argument they used to promote and defend obamacare? Ugh no... It's the argument some used trying to kill it. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  21. gowlerk
    Rather better than dancing a jig at the memorial, like his predecessor did. He truly enjoyed the music, dancing in his blue suit among all those boring black dressed people ...yes, this man has a serene mind He gave a very well received speech shortly after dancing that jig. He's is getting slammed for the dance and praised for the speech. I'd say the speech was more important. And I'm not a fan at all, but you have to give the man some credit. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  22. gowlerk
    Paragear. Where did the first one come from? Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  23. gowlerk
    Bottom line, most openings are reasonable soft and most landings are gentle. You will probably be alright. But.... a hard opening is not all that uncommon, and neither is a less than perfect landing. Openings and landings that are not perfect are still considered normal. Meaning that a normal skydive that a healthy person without your problems would have no trouble with may be too much for your body. I'm not trying to convince you one way or the other. I'm just trying to help you understand that there is an extra level of risk for you, and for any DZ that decides to take you. It's not really something that a doctor can answer for you. Doctors have no real knowledge of skydiving. You will probably be fine in most cases. But not necessarily so. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  24. gowlerk
    Evil people don't work for cheap. Good money for selling your soul. But all for a good cause of course. I'm sure they all convinced themselves that the ends justified the means. People always do that. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.
  25. gowlerk
    All true. she's 83, that may or may not be a factor in her judgement. She was right about Trump, but that's not the point. My guess is she just slipped up like an ordinary human. Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.