ryoder 1,400 #1 March 12, 2013 http://news.yahoo.com/ahmadinejad-under-fire-hugging-chavezs-mother-091752249.html "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #2 March 12, 2013 Quote http://news.yahoo.com/ahmadinejad-under-fire-hugging-chavezs-mother-091752249.html I saw that earlier. Too funny. Now he has to deal with that shit storm at home. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #3 March 12, 2013 He's also never been one to make much, if any, sense with what he says... like this: "The clerics were also outraged by Ahmadinejad's letter of condolence to Venezuelans and their interim leader Nicolas Maduro because the Iranian president had described Chavez as a "martyr" who will be resurrected and who will return to Earth along with Jesus Christ and Imam Mahdi, a 9th century saint revered by Shiite Muslims." I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm...."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,400 #4 March 12, 2013 Iran's gov't system is still a mystery to me; I've never understood the power distribution between the old mullah's and the elected officials. But every time I read about Ahmadinejad pissing-off the old mullah's, I figure he can't be *all* bad! "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #5 March 12, 2013 Quote Iran's gov't system is still a mystery to me; I've never understood the power distribution between the old mullah's and the elected officials. But every time I read about Ahmadinejad pissing-off the old mullah's, I figure he can't be *all* bad! You ain't kidding."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #6 March 12, 2013 Quote Iran's gov't system is still a mystery to me; I've never understood the power distribution between the old mullah's and the elected officials. But every time I read about Ahmadinejad pissing-off the old mullah's, I figure he can't be *all* bad! Part of the universal human experience is that people will find any and every excuse they can to shit on their rivals. At its core, politics is all about people, even if veiled and couched in terms of issues. The clerics who are shocked and outraged are, in larger part, his political rivals. So we in the West find it odd. I imagine people in Asia or Africa don't quite understand why Americans could possibly care so much about how often Dan Quayle or Obama played golf, or whether Reagan used to wear jodphurs and riding boots at his ranch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #7 March 12, 2013 Quote Quote Iran's gov't system is still a mystery to me; I've never understood the power distribution between the old mullah's and the elected officials. But every time I read about Ahmadinejad pissing-off the old mullah's, I figure he can't be *all* bad! Part of the universal human experience is that people will find any and every excuse they can to shit on their rivals. At its core, politics is all about people, even if veiled and couched in terms of issues. The clerics who are shocked and outraged are, in larger part, his political rivals. So we in the West find it odd. I imagine people in Asia or Africa don't quite understand why Americans could possibly care so much about how often Dan Quayle or Obama played golf, or whether Reagan used to wear jodphurs and riding boots at his ranch. What I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #8 March 12, 2013 Because neither side has sufficient power to impose absolute authority. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #9 March 12, 2013 QuoteWhat I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy. For the same reason England still has a queen. Why not? My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,434 #10 March 12, 2013 >Because neither side has sufficient power to impose absolute authority. Which is an good position for that country to be in. Not allowing either set of nut jobs complete control sets the stage for ever more moderate voices to join the debate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #11 March 12, 2013 QuoteQuoteWhat I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy. For the same reason England still has a queen. Why not? Admit the deficiency of your analogy, and repent. ETA- I'd call it more akin to Skymama vs. Billvon. Sooner or later, blood will flow. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #12 March 12, 2013 QuoteQuoteWhat I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy. For the same reason England still has a queen. Why not? Good point... Though she has no governing power nor influence, if any."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #13 March 12, 2013 QuoteQuoteQuoteWhat I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy. For the same reason England still has a queen. Why not? Good point... Though she has no governing power nor influence, if any. She has fashion sense. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #14 March 12, 2013 Quote Quote Quote Quote What I don't understand is why does Iran still have a president when the country is run and controlled by Islamists? If they'd wanted to, they could abolish the presidency. As it looks like now, Ahmadinejad is just their whipping boy. For the same reason England still has a queen. Why not? Good point... Though she has no governing power nor influence, if any. She has fashion sense. For little old blue-haired ladies, maybe. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #15 March 12, 2013 Quote>Because neither side has sufficient power to impose absolute authority. Which is an good position for that country to be in. Not allowing either set of nut jobs complete control sets the stage for ever more moderate voices to join the debate. are you talking about Washington DC? because it actually just seems to scare off the moderates, leaving us with just loud and extremely fringe nut jobs in there to split control..... ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,434 #16 March 12, 2013 >are you talking about Washington DC? I wish I was! The democrats are getting far too much control lately. You can't even read the news without hearing about the latest (self-created) disaster for the GOP. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #17 March 12, 2013 QuoteHe's also never been one to make much, if any, sense with what he says... like this: "The clerics were also outraged by Ahmadinejad's letter of condolence to Venezuelans and their interim leader Nicolas Maduro because the Iranian president had described Chavez as a "martyr" who will be resurrected and who will return to Earth along with Jesus Christ and Imam Mahdi, a 9th century saint revered by Shiite Muslims." I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm.... Thats because you don't know about Islam. Muslims believe that Jesus accended into heaven and he will return again in the second coming just before the end of the Earth. Islam is an eschatological religion.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #18 March 12, 2013 Quote>are you talking about Washington DC? I wish I was! The democrats are getting far too much control lately. You can't even read the news without hearing about the latest (self-created) disaster for the GOP. it's really Loonie Tunes - the Dems are driving along grinding the car into the concrete divider mile after mile after mile and no one notices because the Reps car keeps catching fire every quarter mile and taking all the notice the real winners are comedians ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,434 #19 March 13, 2013 >the Dems are driving along grinding the car into the concrete divider mile after mile >after mile >and no one notices because the Reps car keeps catching fire every quarter mile and >taking all the notice Dems: Pull over! Stupid republicans. Don't even notice their car is on fire. Reps: Why should I pull over? At least I can drive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OHCHUTE 0 #20 March 13, 2013 Quote>the Dems are driving along grinding the car into the concrete divider mile after mile >after mile >and no one notices because the Reps car keeps catching fire every quarter mile and >taking all the notice Dems: Pull over! Stupid republicans. Don't even notice their car is on fire. Reps: Why should I pull over? At least I can drive. Here's one republic that turned into a dictatorship... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Republic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #21 March 13, 2013 Quote Quote He's also never been one to make much, if any, sense with what he says... like this: "The clerics were also outraged by Ahmadinejad's letter of condolence to Venezuelans and their interim leader Nicolas Maduro because the Iranian president had described Chavez as a "martyr" who will be resurrected and who will return to Earth along with Jesus Christ and Imam Mahdi, a 9th century saint revered by Shiite Muslims." I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm.... Thats because you don't know about Islam. Muslims believe that Jesus accended into heaven and he will return again in the second coming just before the end of the Earth. Islam is an eschatological religion. Thanks for the clarification. I got Jesus and Jews mixed up. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seedy 0 #22 March 13, 2013 Quote>the Dems are driving along grinding the car into the concrete divider mile after mile >after mile >and no one notices because the Reps car keeps catching fire every quarter mile and >taking all the notice Dems: Pull over! Stupid republicans. Don't even notice their car is on fire. Reps: Why should I pull over? At least I can drive. I think it's more like: Reps: I don't care if the car is on fire, I'm driving till it won't go anymore. Dems: Look at that car on fire....we need to pass a law against that and put a tax on the flames. I intend to live forever -- so far, so good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D22369 0 #23 March 18, 2013 I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm*** think I read that they did believe in jesus but didnt worship him, he was just regarded as a prophet or holy man or something like that. someone here probably knows and hopefully will correct me if I am wrong. RoyThey say I suffer from insanity.... But I actually enjoy it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 38 #24 March 18, 2013 Quote Quote Quote He's also never been one to make much, if any, sense with what he says... like this: "The clerics were also outraged by Ahmadinejad's letter of condolence to Venezuelans and their interim leader Nicolas Maduro because the Iranian president had described Chavez as a "martyr" who will be resurrected and who will return to Earth along with Jesus Christ and Imam Mahdi, a 9th century saint revered by Shiite Muslims." I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm.... Thats because you don't know about Islam. Muslims believe that Jesus accended into heaven and he will return again in the second coming just before the end of the Earth. Islam is an eschatological religion. Thanks for the clarification. I got Jesus and Jews mixed up. Jesus is a Jew, no mix-up there! lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #25 March 18, 2013 Quote Quote Quote He's also never been one to make much, if any, sense with what he says... like this: "The clerics were also outraged by Ahmadinejad's letter of condolence to Venezuelans and their interim leader Nicolas Maduro because the Iranian president had described Chavez as a "martyr" who will be resurrected and who will return to Earth along with Jesus Christ and Imam Mahdi, a 9th century saint revered by Shiite Muslims." I thought he didn't believe in Jesus? Hmmm.... Thats because you don't know about Islam. Muslims believe that Jesus accended into heaven and he will return again in the second coming just before the end of the Earth. Islam is an eschatological religion. Thanks for the clarification. I got Jesus and Jews mixed up. No no, you're getting Jews and Leprechauns mixed up.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
