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California Transgender law
Thank goodness fat people aren't allowed to victimize us.  America would be done for


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I feel like quitting my job
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@Nd24007
Since you haven't quit, you've got commitments with the company you've agreed to work for and all the work has gotta get done...

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trump is wrong to shut down the government for a wall
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@Outplayz
This is not a question of Wall VS Heat sensing cameras.  Obviously it's possible to have both cameras and physically obstructive technology, right?  Cameras do not catch anything in a literal sense.  The agents with finite resources do, and they need some amount of time to respond at the border.

If they fail, it could take years to deport after someone has implicated others with their precarious predicament, not to mention a potential break down of the rule of law.

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trump is wrong to shut down the government for a wall
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@Outplayz
Do you really see no advantage in a barrier for impeding or redirecting traffic, none at all?  

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Logan Paul Fucks Up Again: "Going Gay For A Month"
Whoever Logan Paul is your description of him sounds desperate, vulgar, and unproductive....just another dirtbag, one more drag on society.  
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Defining A Threat! YEEEEET
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@Vader
I was referring to them as personal attacks, and sure, it seems reasonable that if it presents an irreparable issue a user should be banned, especially in the case of developing into harassment where it's arguable that moderation should be less tolerant.

Personal attack: Making of an abusive remark on or relating to one's person instead of providing evidence when examining another person's claims or comments

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Defining A Threat! YEEEEET
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@Vader
Non-threatening "personal 'attacks' " are useless content.  They could probably end up as harassment. 

Threats convey something with a basis in reality.  I don't think we need to be pushing boundaries into that territory.  Just don't go there grandpa.  You're scaring people
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A Wall, Barrier, Fence or Whatever { Pecker Talk }
Mexico also has problems starting geographically at their southern border which are related to the supply and demand at the US border.  
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A Wall, Barrier, Fence or Whatever { Pecker Talk }
I find the steel slat design appealing because I believe it is lower maintenance than a wall, and you can see through it.  This is significant not only in a fiscally responsible sense, but also in consideration that once the wall is built, it will serve for a time, aiding our response to unpredictable events in Mexico, independant of the current political atmosphere in Washington.  Most criminals will go around it I imagine rather than cutting through it, but it's hard for me to research this topic, that is the details surrounding the actual barrier, critical points, how the wall fits in with law enforcement strategies, how to work with land owners etc...
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A Wall, Barrier, Fence or Whatever { Pecker Talk }
The world was not less global in 1719, if the people are more confused about the world in 2019.
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Sam Stevens should not have been banned
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@Wylted
Most people here know for a fact I am not Taylor Swift. 
On balance, someone probably likes you about .00000025% more.  Did Sam Stevens actually say, I'll be back?

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Unpopular opinions
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@TheDredPriateRoberts
Warning label

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How to stop teen vaping? Make e-cigarettes harder to get

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Become a theist
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@Polytheist-Witch
Play word games and wonder why women are still raped. 
I guess society tells people that "men and women are equal", and that's what I was crudely referring to when I said, "what does equal mean?".  I think that is really quite a hollow message, don't you?
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Become a theist
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@Polytheist-Witch
Really? What does equal mean? No wonder there is a women's movement in 2019

You are right about my absurd use of "equal" contorted to the context.  I guess, what does equal refer to?  Are men and women of equal value?  Yes.  Are men and women different?  Yes.  

No matter how psychotic a feminist may come, it's still a women's movement.



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Become a theist
What does "equal" mean?  To me, it does not mean "the same".  Every generation ends up with a division of roles in which they make contribution to their family


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Reading the Bible: Genesis - Creation
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@Discipulus_Didicit
I would recommend trying out the NKJV, since you are coming from the NIV.  It's definitely worth the small investment in time, and it will be nice having two versions.  After you verify the authenticity, you can pick one up quite reasonably and you may come to your own conclusions.  I think you will generally have a little more care to respect the original texts with the NKJV, while the NIV seems to compromise a little more for general reading.  The KJV, although not perfect, represents a great undertaking in its translation, and has a connection to protestant American heritage.  I own three NIV at the moment, one in a parallel text, one I take with when I travel, and one pocket book.  It's okay, used on a regular basis.  I personally do not recommend it, but none the less, the one you have and get engaged in is capable of providing great service.



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Imposed purpose
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@secularmerlin
Who is we?
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Imposed purpose
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@secularmerlin
That's a fair point of conjecture.  I initially assumed godists were human

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Imposed purpose
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@secularmerlin
If godists are not evolved, and every living organism on earth is evolved, than they are either not on earth, or not a living organism.

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@disgusted
Godists are not evolved
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Imposed purpose
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@secularmerlin

If an imposed purpose is needed to have "meaning" then there cannot be meaning without an imposed purpose, since it essential.

 Because there cannot be meaning without an imposed purpose, an imposed purpose is needed for the "meaning" to be "given" to "their lives".

The question answers itself with or without such a qualifier.

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Should the US invade Africa with the long term goal of making the continent many US states?
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@IlDiavolo
This is not good, not at all.

Everything the US touch turn to rubbish. Did anybody say Central America?

It's a horrible idea to think about for sure.  

Still, it appears you are forgetting Hawaii, Alaska, South  South Korea, and Japan.  Over 85% of Canadians live within 100 miles of the United States.
  
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Roe V Wade for men.
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@mustardness
Huh?
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AMA (YYW)
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@coal
If and when Donald Trump is removed from office, do you suspect that we can also remove Mike Pence?  In my humble research, he has been anticipating his only shot at the presidency (replacing Trump) since the beginning.  


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EMOTION = Private Axioms
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@3RU7AL
There is no incentive.  
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EMOTION = Private Axioms
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@3RU7AL
No, you are going to pay taxes, and in all likelihood, die.
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EMOTION = Private Axioms
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@3RU7AL
I am referring to your language, and your preacher, since you refuse to acknowledge a teacher, might end up giving you a paddle on the rump.

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EMOTION = Private Axioms
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@3RU7AL
It's hard to believe you could be taught if you aren't willing to learn.

But, through God all things are possible.  Mopac would have to speak for himself, naturally.
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EMOTION = Private Axioms
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@3RU7AL
He's not saying gods are driving you to drink dish soap.  He's making an equivalency to living according to your limited perspective irrespective of the higher truth.  This is obvious, because the parent naturally wants their child to be safe, to grow and prosper.  

"If you want to be the child who is magnetically driven", is not referring to an any external influence in his sentence, more in line with relying on your own inclination, so it's not appropriate to insert gods as influencing you to drink soap.   
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@3RU7AL
That's obviously not what he is saying.  
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FORBES: Manafort was NOT in debt to the Russians.
More broadly, in our reaction as a nation is it really a bad thing to soften our rhetoric while maintaining sanctions etc.., and dangling a carrot?  We want Putin to be able to step down in approximately 6 years while undermining his 'cause' if possible, presumably at the end of Trump's prospective tenure, and to take advantage of any opportunity that might present itself with the Russians.  



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FORBES: Manafort was NOT in debt to the Russians.
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@Ramshutu
"Removal of arming Ukrainian reveled plank?"

Help me out here



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What's the strongest argument for atheism?
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@3RU7AL
In order to determine (Quantify) if animals are "conscious" we must rigorously define consciousness in empirically (scientifically) verifiable terms.

Consciousness is a private experience (Qualia).  You can't even verify if your fellow humans possess it.

Is quantity a quality that you can verify that your fellow humans experience?  

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Dark Secret
Sounds someone who supports freedom of religion.  

I disagree with his stated outlook that the president should not only be an honorable statesman, but also the virtuous royalty of the United States.  I prefer that people think of the president as being an ordinary, patriotic American, with their own experience and opinions, serving their country.

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FORBES: Manafort was NOT in debt to the Russians.
I am really not sure of the legitimacy of the investigation, since politically, it followed when the man famous for saying "you're fired", decided to fire the head of the fbi, and replace him with someone who is apparantly qualified, and doesn't appear to have any liabilities.

That said, they moved forward with the fishing expedition and that's the world we live in.  From where I am standing, we should make it very clear who is politically vested in a witch hunt and/or willing to use government agency to weaken the elected president, (a more serious offense then cheating or russian meddling) and also allow the investigation when it runs it's course to hold the president accountable.  After all, Trump can really not honestly claim to pocess integrity over some of the worst in washington, other than that he makes no allusion counter to his notorious reputation as a liar and a cheat, if that's what it takes to win.


Anyway, I think chanting nothing burger on behalf of President Trump doesn't do justice to the opportunity we have to examine potential political liabilities which may have influenced people to act so vehemently against him.  

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Should the US invade Africa with the long term goal of making the continent many US states?
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@WisdomofAges
What country are you from?
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Delusion In Most Atheists?
"I change my beliefs all the time, when they're proven false. It's called having a firm grasp on reality"

You chose wrong

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The dirty word, "religion"
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@Goldtop
No, just me.

I'm sorry for screwing up a page of your thread, Mopac

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The dirty word, "religion"
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@Goldtop
I thought the same thing, but then I saw that it was in reference to "jerks hide themselves"
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The dirty word, "religion"
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@Goldtop
Are you here to be a jerk?  Those words were completely unnecessary.  You called me paranoid, but whatever I am, it appears to be appropriate and warranted.  You aren't coming across well to me, but I would like to give you the benefit of the doubt.  I would just like to be respected please. 
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The dirty word, "religion"
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@Goldtop
Wow, talk about being paranoid.
Whatever
Dude, you don't have to tell anyone anything, it's your prerogative to hide whatever it is you're hiding.
We know
Most likely, it's due to who you were over on ddo and how much humiliation you would endure here by revealing that.

These are your words, that you chose for your own reasons, and yours alone
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Why do Atheists worship the 3 gods of Ala, Allan, and Allah?
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@triangle.128k
Allah is the Arabic word for God
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The dirty word, "religion"
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He didn't watch Princess Bride???  Inconceivable!



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@disgusted
Whoops, I guess I took this for granted.  

"What is a cause, principle, or system of beliefs you hold to with ardor and faith?"

I could have kept my wording more relevant to the thread.  My apologies, Mopac



Disgusted, here's a take from a star in Princes Bride.  If I had to guess, I would say your religion is more in line with "never get involved in a land war in Asia"







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The dirty word, "religion"
My relationship with Goldtop, For the record

My informal relationship, for Goldtop

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@Goldtop
Okay, so I am supposed to be interrogated on this tangent of yours while you expect people to believe you, and refuse to answer or even acknowledge a relevant question to why you are on the religious forum, and why you are asking me additional information....As an example, I see some people talk about old virtual relationships, and that's fine I guess, but to me that sounds weird.  Do you understand how harassment works?  I'm not comfortable with the same things you are, and it's not right for you to goad me (among others) into entertaining your apparant suspicions. (Superstitions?)

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@Goldtop
Okay, you got me...I play poker

Yes I am serious. I get sort of creeped out by the Internet sometimes.  I don't like the idea of requesting my personal information, sorry
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@Goldtop
If I open an account on the Internet I would prefer that people not be spying on me from DART, or whatever it is people with too much time one their hands are doing.  Frankly, this website is a little shady.  Thank you.
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@Goldtop
As usual, I remind you of my value of privacy.  I will say that we are not aquainted outside of this website, to my knowledge, but I will not make a habit of confirming or denying personal information.  Why do you ask?  I hope I'm not bothering you.

I am still curious, relating to the religious forum of course.  I thought that question was relevant in the context presented both times its been asked, not trying to pry.
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