Trust who says you have to trust them. As Thunder says it is information, if they chose not to disperse it then they would be at fault they choose to let us know and they are at fault. I guess it coms down to perceived risk of liability if they warn the country they are less at risk CYA....CYA
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Knowledge is the best defense
by Thunder Rider inwhy do some tend to label one instance of media dispersed information as propaganda and another instance as gospel?
why too do some only jump on their soap box when issues are less than positive?
information is just that, stated views, facts or figures, based on sources available to those most closely involved in the situation.
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Knowledge is the best defense
by Thunder Rider inwhy do some tend to label one instance of media dispersed information as propaganda and another instance as gospel?
why too do some only jump on their soap box when issues are less than positive?
information is just that, stated views, facts or figures, based on sources available to those most closely involved in the situation.
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Foreword,
I would never advise you or anyone to trust anyone. I simply state that what information is available to us is what wehave to work with, and adjust ourselves and our lives accordingly, rather than complain about it. I too was swayed once by wishfull words of men in suits, now I judge what is said for myself and make my decisions thusly.
Trust no one. Listen to all that you hear, believe half of that and act on what is best for you and yours.
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by Thunder Rider inwhy do some tend to label one instance of media dispersed information as propaganda and another instance as gospel?
why too do some only jump on their soap box when issues are less than positive?
information is just that, stated views, facts or figures, based on sources available to those most closely involved in the situation.
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Why do some tend to label one instance of media dispersed information as propaganda and another instance as gospel? Why too do some only jump on their soap box when issues are less than positive?
Information is just that, stated views, facts or figures, based on sources available to those most closely involved in the situation. People on Wall Street know more about the actual state of the economy. Do you bitch when Greenspan says that things are going well enough that the Fed will drop interest rates? Is he spouting a bunch of BS to stimulate the economy even more? Who knows, who cares? It is the results that count. People are spending their money, others are earning it and spending it elswhere. Life goes on.
When Tom Ridge raised the threat level, he was providing warning of possible percieved dangers to us all, based on intelligence gathered by a number of agencies. The intended purpose of the information was to make all aware of their surroundings and circumstances. An informed and aware public adds so many eyes and ears to the mix, that we can all feel safer in knowing that we are all "watching each others backs" as it were.
Could they be lying to us in an effort to keep us all home watching football on Christmas? Maybe. Could it be an attempt to control the spread of the Flu by keeping us home? Maybe. Does it matter? Point is, an informed, attentive citizen is more likely to report something or some one out of the ordinary or out of place, making it safer for us all. Keeping us happy and smiling. Objective met.
I don't see any difference in it than me telling Makayla that a fat bearded man is going to land on the roof this week, come down a chimney that we don't even have and leave her gifts for Christmas.Or when I told my children that they needed to come in when the street lights came on, because there might be some one intent on taking them and or hurting them. Are those instances out there, far fetched and or bald faced lies? Maybe. My intent is to protect, please, placate and make theier world as safe and happy as possible. Objective met.
Those in positions of authority, wether you voted for them or not, are responsible for informing the public. Take it for what it is. Information by which to plan your activities as you see fit, and quit reading more into it than is needed. I for one don't give a $#!^. I have neither the time or inclination to bother bitching about things out of my feild of influence. Tirade compleet.
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Thunders newest
by SheilaM ini found this waiting for me when i woke up...thought you'd like it
december 22, 2003
christmas present
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If I'm a wonderful poet it is only because Sheila inspires me!
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What's in a Name?
by Thunder Rider inok, this has probably been done before and i missed it, but i want to know what your member names mean.
is there a special story behind your online handle?
mine is pretty self evident.
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OK, this has probably been done before and I missed it, but I want to know what your member names mean. Is there a special story behind your online handle?
Mine is pretty self evident. Thunder Rider is the main character in my novel.
Whats in your name?
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Are you a blood donor?
by nicolaou inso many of us on this forum have criticised the watchtower society for their obscene blood transfusion/fractions policies.
quite right too.. it begs the question though; what are you doing about blood now that you have a more tolerant and informed perspective?
it's a rhetorical question.
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I donate as often as I can. The community blood center calls when ever I am eligeble to donate. My blood type is O- and they love me for it. I even got a "Friend for Life" coffee mug last time.
I would not however accept a blood transfusion. Still a bit skittish about what goes in. I know my blood is clean but still have trust issues.
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Happy Birthday Dansk! I hope you have a wonderful day.
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Apology
by Yerusalyim ini owe the board an apology.
yesterday in two different threads i called pleasuredome a geek and someone else an idiot ( i think it was logansrun, but i can't find it now).
at any rate...i apologize...i'm better than that...as is this board...i'm just very passionate about what i believe and have a very sensitive bullshit meter.
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PD a geek now that ain't right LogansRun ...well Yeru sometimes you gotta call em like you see em
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Book Club
by sandy in.
is anyone interested in starting a book club?
i have always wanted to be part of one so i thought i would try to start one here.. if you are interested please respond with books or subjects of interest.. i personally enjoy reading biographies, true crime and inspirational stories.. you can respond here or in my private message box or even email me at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
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I'm there!
I could suggest a novel to read but it might be too egotistical of me.
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Damned Closet Space!
by Thunder Rider inall your stuff stayed in your home, but out of sight, out of the way, out of this world.
delia was delighted, and moved to enter the room, she had a stabilization tag in her hand.
" neil took the tag from delia.
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Thanx for all the positive feed back on my novella. I'm going to do it. I'm going to submit it for publication in a magazine called "Cemetary Dance". I will keep you all posted.
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