3,623 Forum Posts by "Ravariel"
I know. But I agree that Heathenry is the best thread this year (same I can't keep it bumped... too many people afraid to take it on, I guess). But as it's creator (with help from Imp and Sol) I hesitate to toot my own horn.
Maybe I'll nominate anything Shaggy starts... for sheer hilariousness.
Awful lot of people being mentioned for the troll/worst poster award that I've never seen. Were they insta-banned while I wasn't looking or something?
At 12/21/07 05:39 PM, Ravariel wrote: post snipe'd!
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bah, I fail ;_;
At 12/21/07 12:31 AM, cellardoor6 wrote: Apparently they stated that the husband and the wife have equal importance, but the man is the leader and therefore the wife should submit to him. That's not an odd concept, or an unfair concept.
That you think so speaks volumes about you.
At 12/21/07 12:23 AM, Memorize wrote:At 12/20/07 11:49 PM, Ravariel wrote:No. You made that assumption because of my vehement defense o the theory in other threads. I even clarified my reasoning several times. Many other people understood... yet you still refuse to, or won't admit it... same thing on the "serious business".That's because you attempted to explain that because these candidates didn't believe in evolution and rather creationism, that they lacked a certain intelligence.
...they do. But evolution itself has nothing to do with it. We could substitute the word "relativity" or "gravity" or quantum mechanics" or "string theory"... or anything that has evidence. Actively denying factual evidence for evidenceless faith is not the hallmark of a rational individual. I prefer my leader to be rational. See the connection?
Actually the phrase I used was "rationality". If I EVER used the phrase "common knowledge" as a defense of anything or a reason for anything, it was in error.I believe the phrase is "same difference".
Cyberpunk author Neal Stephenson once wrote that the only real indicator of human intelligence is the ability to detect subtlety. I think he's on to something, because if you don't see a difference between those two concepts, then you lack far more than Huckabee.
But denying fact for faith is a deal breaker.Thanks for proving my point.
Whatever you say, memmy.
At 12/21/07 12:15 AM, cellardoor6 wrote:At 12/20/07 11:52 PM, Ravariel wrote:Let's put it into context:At 12/20/07 11:34 PM, cellardoor6 wrote:Sorry, what?At 12/20/07 10:50 PM, Musician wrote:That's a blog.At 12/20/07 09:08 PM, Memorize wrote: So far you've only stated he doesn't believe in evolution, not the "household wife". Which, despite what you may think, provides greatly for a family unit and helps them stay together.BOOM
Nice try though.
"the uniting of one man and one woman in covenant commitment for a lifetime." It also notes, "The husband and wife are of equal worth before God, since both are created in God's image. ... A husband is to love his wife as Christ loved the church. ... A wife is to submit herself graciously to the servant leadership of her husband even as the church willingly submits to the headship of Christ.
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Suggesting that there is anything odd about that is laughable considering in basically every single religion, every single culture, even that of atheists, the role of man is the patriarch of the household as been as the leader.
Rationalize it however you want, I don't care. Remember, just because a lot of people believe it, doesn't make it right. If a husband and wife are equal, than no submission should be necessary. Or it should at least be mutual. I suppose you find nothing wrong with "separate but equal" because it says "equal" right?
At 12/20/07 11:42 PM, TheMason wrote: I'd vote for nominations...
Same... otherwise we're going to have a crapton of people with 1 and 2 votes apiece.
At 12/20/07 11:34 PM, cellardoor6 wrote:At 12/20/07 10:50 PM, Musician wrote:That's a blog.At 12/20/07 09:08 PM, Memorize wrote: So far you've only stated he doesn't believe in evolution, not the "household wife". Which, despite what you may think, provides greatly for a family unit and helps them stay together.BOOM
Nice try though.
At 12/20/07 02:04 AM, Memorize wrote: Oh, but you certainly suggested it.
No. You made that assumption because of my vehement defense o the theory in other threads. I even clarified my reasoning several times. Many other people understood... yet you still refuse to, or won't admit it... same thing on the "serious business".
You made the claim that how can people who deny evolution even be considered as President because it showed a lack of you label as "common knowledge".
Actually the phrase I used was "rationality". If I EVER used the phrase "common knowledge" as a defense of anything or a reason for anything, it was in error.
Which leads me to believe that because all of the presidential candidates (be they left or right) are religous and most of which are not believers in evolution, it forces you to look at other several key factors in deciding whom to vote for.
Most don't believe in evolution? Funny, 7 of the ten GOP candidates do. McCain actually looked insulted that he would be asked that question. I would bet that every single one of the Dems would claim to believe in it as well. And believe it or not, I do look at other factors. But denying fact for faith is a deal breaker.
Worst poster, least helpful poster and most liberal poster... three noms I never thought I'd get....
I'm just kind of sorry I can't give nods to more of the quality posters around here (see: Mortified, Sol, Skunky, Empanado, Grammer, Illustrious, etc etc etc.)
Well, I'm definitely biased... So due to conflict of interest, I remove myself from the nominating process.
At 12/20/07 05:57 PM, reviewer-general wrote: Here is a complete list of awards to vote for:
Richard Dawkins Award*
...and I can't vote for myself? Okay, Drakim.
Keith Olbermann Award for Liberalism
Begoner... or if he's excluded because of lack of posts, then Tony4maroney
Bill O'Reilly Award for Conservatism
WolvenBear
Teddy Roosevelt Award for Environmentalism - user most informed on environmental issues, esp. Global Warming.
Another one I can't vote for myself... so TheMason. Only one here who's really taught me anything about GW and other issues.
Ron Paul Award for Libertarians - Most Libertarian user?
Hmm... as the most outspoken pro-paul person here, I pick Imperator (if, for nothing else, the alliteration). Though MoralLibertarian should win by default. :P
At 12/20/07 01:56 AM, Memorize wrote:At 12/20/07 01:51 AM, Ravariel wrote:also, anyone who still thinks my issue with huck is actually about evolution needs to l2r.Your basis for selecting a presidential candidate is based upon the requirement of their lack of religious belief and total agreeance of current evolutionary theory (which ironically evolves over time as well) which you made blatantly clear in a thread you started.
No, it's not. I'm sorry you still don't understand that, but I don't know how else to put it.
At 12/20/07 01:51 AM, Memorize wrote:At 12/20/07 01:34 AM, Ravariel wrote:And despite what it says, I actually do want it.Worst Poster - one of the users that makes the mods wish Wade had given them a "destroy user" button and makes you want to scream in frustration. Did I say "want"? *winkwinkwink* YOU DO NOT WANT TO WIN THIS AWARD!Memorize (luv ya, hun)
I've wanted it for 2 years and no matter how "asshole-ish" I get, I never win it. Why?
Probably because you want it. And us, by giving it to you, are enabling your sadomasochism. But like I said in the previous topic... Dre-Man isn't around anymore so I can't give it to him, thus you win by default. Congratulations.
I think...
Huckabee is the single candidate that the Democrats should fear the most. None of the other republicans will be able to hold a candle to the Dem nomination. Huck's got the firm support of the religious right, performs well in debates, isn't a Mormon or a philandering fagloving babykilling sleazeball... is likable and has the backing of Chuck Norris. He can beat any of the democrats, even the hillary juggernaut(bitch).
He's poised to win Iowa. He won't be able to overtake Romney in New Hampshire, but he'll be in the mix in South Carolina... probably getting bolstered by his performance in Iowa, while Romney will have the opposite experience for the same reason. Being one of the three repubs who without hesitation or shame admitted on live television that they didn't believe in Evolution, he is the single scariest republican on the ticket right now. Because he's just as nuts as Romney or Bush (but in a more subtle and well-disguised way)... and he can win.
Three cheers for Ron Paul. He's crazy too! Like a fox!
also, anyone who still thinks my issue with huck is actually about evolution needs to l2r.
Wow... change the categories a bit and I get mentioned several times... *blush*
<susanlucci>You love me, you really love me!</susanlucci>
*cough*... anyhoo....
At 12/19/07 10:42 PM, reviewer-general wrote: Best Poster - this is the user who consistently posts in an intelligent, concise manner. Plus, (s)he is not a total dick.
Drakim
Worst Poster - one of the users that makes the mods wish Wade had given them a "destroy user" button and makes you want to scream in frustration. Did I say "want"? *winkwinkwink* YOU DO NOT WANT TO WIN THIS AWARD!
Memorize (luv ya, hun)
Most Underrated Poster - despite posting some of the best arguments on this forum, this user goes largely noticed / unappreciated. This user probably deserves to win "Best Poster", but you all are whore. Show some lovin'!
Draconias (if Smilez didn't always complain about being ignored, he'd get it, but alas)
Most Overrated User - Why the FUCK do people even like this guy? Pop this jerks over inflated ego!
cellardoor6
Most Helpful Poster - this user is always ready to help a fellow NG'er out, whether it be on the BBS or in the real world.
TheMason
Least Helpful Poster - This jackass revels in making the other users feel like shite. Give this asshole a piece of your mind.
Memorize
Pontificate Award - the BBS is not only a place for politics, but religion as well. This user has shown him-/herself to be the most knowledgeable in matters of religion, and they are not an intolerant prick about it either.
Imperator
Charles Darwin Award - user most knowledgeable on evolution / the most hardcore atheist here (not necessarily a good thing *wink wink*).
Elfer (got the goods that make even me go "well, shit, i didn't know that!")
Steven Hawking Award for the Sciences - the user most knowledgeable in matters relating to the sciences. No, being crippled does not gain you extra votes.
EndGameOmega (makes me look like a child when it comes to physics ;_;)
Troll Award - this user goes out of his way to be a dick to everyone who crosses his / her path. Regardless of the topic, this user starts a flame war.
Memorize (congratulations!)
Chris Hansen Mediator Award - this user keeps the thread in one piece after the trolls come rolling through. Fair and balanced, and without much of an ego.
lapis
Best Newcomer - this new user has made the BBS a better place to trawl. Sign-up date of 1-01-07 REQUIRED! NO EXCEPTIONS!
I'd say EndGame, but he signed up a month too soon, so my vote goes to Sajberhippien.
Most Improved Poster - this user has made huge progress in the last year. Minimum sign-up date NOT required.
I'm afraid I don't have enough knowledge to comment on this one. I may have to fill in da blank later. :(
Gen. George S. Patton Award - this user is most knowledgeable in matters pertaining to the Armed Forces.
TheMason (is there really any doubt?)
Gen. Michael Hayden Award - user most knowledgeable in foreign affairs, foreign policy, War on Terror, etc. etc.
TheMason
Thomas Ewing Award - user most informed of domestic issues.
Proteas
John Roberts Award - user most knowledgeable in legal affairs
Proteas
Alan Greenspan Award - user most knowledgeable on economic matters.
Der-Lowe
"I, Lewis 'Scooter' Libby" Award for Perjury - Award for whoever makes up the most bullshit.
Shaggy
Robert Novak Award for Integrity - This user has no morals and will do / say anything without considering the consequences
Memorize
Court Jester Award - funniest, goofiest, zaniest, <insert adjective here> user.
poxpower
Most Overzealous Mod Award - either they go completely overboard ALL the time, or they just do a phenomenal job. But I think we all know a certain female Louisianan who will be winning this. Wait, can I say that? FIGHT DA POWER!
Don't you mean "FIGHT DA POXPOWER!"?
get's hit by Seven's bannination stick
At 12/19/07 06:36 AM, Sajberhippien wrote:At 12/17/07 11:47 PM, SolInvictus wrote: i wanted to make a thread about words most people don't seem to know the meaning to but i'm too lazy. theory was on the top of that list, i forget what else was on it."normal" and "natural", I'd say.
"proof" and "evidence" also.
At 12/19/07 05:23 PM, CaptainChip wrote:At 12/19/07 04:57 AM, Shaggytheclown17 wrote: Something that goes like "You are evil because you don't think Kucinich will win"You know you are sounding a LOT like a political zealot. I am not evil for believing that Kucinich won't win.
Also, talking like that probably will make more people laugh at you.
I'm not sure more people could laugh at him. I'm pretty sure everyone already is.
fuck.... I'm agreeing with Memorize again.
Somebody shoot me.
At 12/18/07 11:40 PM, Elfer wrote: I got best foreign poster once.
I ain't winnin' shit, all I talk about is science.
's my problem too... ;_;
At 12/18/07 09:46 PM, SevenSeize wrote: I declare MortifiedPenguins and Ravariel super freaking awesome, and official holders of the super freaking awesome title. No vote allowed, my word is final. You both get trophies as proof of your awesomness, may no man take away what you have rightfully earned.
RAWK! \m/(>_<)\m/
fillerfillercoorsandmillerarebothterribl ebeers
...should throw in some Roswell, Yeti and Alien Pyramid builders to make the circle complete...
At 12/18/07 09:15 PM, SmilezRoyale wrote:At 12/18/07 09:12 PM, Ravariel wrote:It means she can get no more than 60% of the vote...At 12/18/07 07:38 PM, liquidfire666 wrote: Forty percent of Americans say they would vote to keep Clinton from winning the presidency...So what you're saying is she'll win in a landslide?
Spin is a wonderful thing, no?
I'll add you to my list of people fit to run the Ministry of the Interior.
Also: I ain't getting anything either, so don't feel bad.
At 12/18/07 07:38 PM, liquidfire666 wrote: Forty percent of Americans say they would vote to keep Clinton from winning the presidency...
So what you're saying is she'll win in a landslide?
At 12/18/07 12:56 PM, public-enemy1 wrote: He is so far behind in the early caucus polls though, he will need a miracle.
I dunno... He's going to be riding the media and financial wave from his fundraising coup all the way to the Iowa caucuses, possibly to the New Hampshire primaries. If he can garner enough support in Michigan...(and he has a chance here due to the lack of a democratic primary)... only a few good showings early on can catapult a candidate into the forefront (See: Bill Clinton).
I've said before and I'll say again: A Ron Paul vs Barack Obama general election would be the coolest thing to happen to American politics since... ever.
At 12/18/07 08:53 PM, K-RadPie wrote:At 12/18/07 08:46 PM, tony4moroney wrote: Who the hell is shaggytheclownHave you been hiding under a rock for the past month?
No kidding... he's our new CCBrooklyn/Truth Anti-Grammer. Take a gander around... he's quite the gem.
At 12/18/07 02:32 PM, JoS wrote: President - Best overall poster in the Politics Forum
poxpower
Secretary of defense - Most knowledgeable on matters of the military, war and conflict etc
TheMason
Secretary of State - Most knowledgeable on issues surrounding foreign affairs or international politics
Drakim (SolInvictus can be the undersecretary)
Secretary of the treasury -Most knowledgeable on issues regarding economics
Der-Lowe
Secretary of Homeland Security - Most knowledgeable on issues regarding security such as terrorism, immigration, etc.
TheMason (don't like voting for someone for two posts, but he's got it down)
Secretary of the Interior - Most knowledgeable on domestic issues.
Too many people are too good for this post for me to make a fair vote. Imperator, Seven, Mason, Myself, fli, Dredd, Proteas, JMHX, etc, etc...
Attorney General - Most knowledgeable on legal topics.
Proteas
Lewis Libby award for perjury - This award is for whoever makes up the most bullshit.
Shaggy
Robert Novak award for integrity - This is the worst poster award.
Memorize (only because I haven't seen Dre-Man post in many moons)
I also propose some other categories:
Minister of Propaganda: Cellardoor6
Head of NASA: EndGameOmega
Pope: Imperator
God: SolInvictus
Bill O'Reilly: WolvenBear
Head of the ASCE: Grammer
Michael Moore: Begoner
Head of the DoE: Myself
My personal favorite is the science page.
