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Message 730 of 1282 (852639)
05-14-2019 8:13 PM


Stanton Friedman, famed UFO researcher
Stanton Friedman, famed UFO researcher, dead at 84

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

  
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Message 765 of 1282 (861655)
08-24-2019 10:19 PM
Reply to: Message 764 by Theodoric
08-24-2019 8:52 PM


Re: David Koch
Evil should always be called out for the evil it is.
I certainly agree with you about the character of Koch. He used his wealth and power to hasten the destruction of our planet's life support sytems. And he also used that power to influence our legislatures and Congress to stack the deck in his favor to avoid fair taxes and environmental protection regulations. He was truly an ugly American.
And surprisingly, he also was a major contributor to public broadcasting and supported a number of programs that I enjoy watching and support myself.
I find myself really, really puzzled why he engaged in a pattern of behavior that clearly is leading to accelerating degradation of the life support system and life on Earth. It is baffling to me that a powerful individual would have such disdain for the future of humanity and all life.
Of course, he's gone, so he will not have to face the consequences of his lifelong behavior. The real villains rarely do.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

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Message 767 of 1282 (861657)
08-24-2019 11:57 PM
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08-24-2019 11:12 PM


Re: David Koch
He's not going to have to face the consequences of his actions. "Screw the future; I got mine!"
I suspect his heirs will carry on his legacy.
I ran into a guy a while back who was still pissed that Ken Lay (Enron CEO) died a few months into his prison sentence. It was like he wanted to resurrect the guy so he could serve a real life sentence.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

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Message 785 of 1282 (862972)
09-17-2019 7:49 PM
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09-17-2019 11:30 AM


Re: Cokie Roberts, 75
I liked her and I will miss her voice on NPR.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

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Message 799 of 1282 (864297)
10-09-2019 9:02 PM


There was a drummer named Sandy Nelson that we listened to in the 60s. Let There Be Drums.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

  
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Message 802 of 1282 (864827)
10-17-2019 10:41 AM


Elijah Cummings

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Message 942 of 1282 (884126)
01-23-2021 11:24 AM
Reply to: Message 940 by xongsmith
01-23-2021 8:50 AM


Re: Larry King, 87
He lost credibility with me when psychics and ufo nuts were treated as if they represented reality. He was a purveyor of pseudo-science bullshit.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python
One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie
If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy
The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq

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Message 1007 of 1282 (888880)
10-18-2021 10:51 AM


Colin Powell
Colin Powell
Another Covid 19 victim.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


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Message 1027 of 1282 (889670)
12-11-2021 8:48 AM


Michael Nesmith of the Monkees
Robert Michael Nesmith (December 30, 1942 – December 10, 2021)

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


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Message 1029 of 1282 (889689)
12-11-2021 11:12 AM
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12-11-2021 10:12 AM


Re: Michael Nesmith of the Monkees
Yeah, I love that song!

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


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Message 1031 of 1282 (889777)
12-15-2021 11:30 AM


Graeme Charles Edge drummer of The Moody Blues
Graeme Charles Edge (30 March 1941 – 11 November 2021)
quote:
Graeme Charles Edge (30 March 1941 – 11 November 2021) was an English musician, songwriter, and poet, best known as the co-founder and drummer of the English band the Moody Blues. In addition to his work with the Moody Blues, Edge worked as the bandleader of his own outfit, the Graeme Edge Band. He contributed his talents to a variety of other projects throughout his career. In 2018, Edge was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Moody Blues.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


  
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Message 1034 of 1282 (890134)
12-27-2021 10:01 AM


Edward Osborne Wilson (June 10, 1929 – December 26, 2021)
Edward Osborne Wilson (June 10, 1929 – December 26, 2021)

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


  
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Message 1040 of 1282 (890360)
01-02-2022 9:43 PM


Richard Leakey (19 December 1944 – 2 January 2022)
Richard Erskine Frere Leakey FRS (19 December 1944 – 2 January 2022)

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


  
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Message 1044 of 1282 (890685)
01-09-2022 5:23 PM


Dwayne Bernard Hickman[1] (May 18, 1934 – January 9, 2022)
Dwayne Bernard Hickman
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


  
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Message 1054 of 1282 (892540)
03-09-2022 7:04 PM
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03-09-2022 5:23 PM


Re: Tim Considine, 81
I remember him too!

What if Eleanor Roosevelt had wings? -- Monty Python

One important characteristic of a theory is that is has survived repeated attempts to falsify it. Contrary to your understanding, all available evidence confirms it. --Subbie

If evolution is shown to be false, it will be at the hands of things that are true, not made up. --percy

The reason that we have the scientific method is because common sense isn't reliable. -- Taq


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