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The only disconnect is that it took the state this long to institute what is common in most other states. A rash, by definition, is a multitude of instances of something occurring more or less during the same period of time, and does not represent the norm, nor does it last long enough to become...

Thanks. Until now I had no idea that Egyptian journalist ‘Ata Abd Al-Aal was the Pope of Islam.

It's really only a bad thing when you interject something from outside the current thread for the purposes of an ad hominem attack. Just the same as it is in real life when someone brings up something from the past that has no relevance on the discussion at hand. "No, honey, I don't want to...

In Kentucky, you can take the course on a classroom for $15, or online for $50. Both are generally cheaper than the citation. As for CDL holders not being on a level playing field, that's been the case for many years now.

Exactly. It is a true merger, but Pilot is calling the shots and they don't want anyone to forget it. The Pilot Way is the only way. I remember reading that after the merger that the two loyalty programs would remain separate temporarily, but would soon be merged into a new program with more...

The thing is, though, there was suddenly no additional cost whatsoever for the RV dump. The system is already directly tied in with the waste system (restrooms, showers, kitchen drains), and contrary to the generic statement, there has been no appreciable increase on sewage fees at any Flying J...

Illusory corollary. There is no evidence whatsoever that being responsible enough to volunteer for the armed forces equates to being responsible enough to drink. They are two separate issues. There are people over the age of 21 in the military right now who are some of the most irresponsible...

Going to Driving School to dismiss a ticket or lessen the penalties for things like speeding is pretty common in many states. I thought it was in all states, actually, but I guess Michigan is a little slow on the uptake. If it weren't for driving school to avoid getting points, my stepdad...

Not really. It starts off that way, but it's really more about exerting power and control over people's liberties in small steps they are willing to give up. If it was about protecting people, then cigarettes would simply be banned, which is what the anti-smoking crowd really wants. But people...

I no longer smoke around people, even if those other people smoke. One, it's just a way to cut down a bit, and two I don't want to get into the habit or be at ease with lighting one up around someone, lest I make the cardinal mistake of lighting up near someone who will predictably react in...

Don't any of the motels around there have airport shuttles?

Safety's got nothing to do with it. Some, even those in Safety, will insult your intelligence and say it is, but it's not. And if you push them a little they'll admit it. It's all about limiting Panther's liability in case of an accident. If they can show they did not force or coerce you into...

Here's some recent news on Clearwire. Might mean nothing, might mean something. Craig McCaw resigns as Clearwire chairman

Experience shows that, by and large, most of those under 21 do not drink responsibly. I'm not sure how being active military changes that. I think the legal drinking age should remain at 21, at least to be able to buy it. But I also think it shouldn't be a crime, as it is now, for a parent to...

LOL My first thought, "You mean, as opposed to a female rooster?" Then I thought, "Poppy****, I'll just have another ****tail and watch the the South Carolina Game****s as the NBC pea**** and his friends the Larry ****appo, Muriel ****atiel, and Bert the wood**** eat ****roaches up in the...

The first time one of those brooms between their legs gets kicked and twisted the wrong way, Quidditch will become a girls-only sport.

Orwell is talking about basic groupism, a societal survival instinct that dates back a really, really long way. There's safety in numbers: protect the group, protect yourself. While Orwell doesn't accept the argument, and I wouldn't even use it as an excuse for staying out of politics...

You certainly won't find an example of good journalism at the above link, as Moot ironically notes. The most "covered up" or "underreported" stories are either conspiracy theories in nature, or simply not newsworthy in the first place. As for conspiracy theories, which have become ubiquitous...

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It's certainly cheaper than $200 million a day.