Seriously...

[Randi]

Blue, I can tell how miffed you are that most PTalkers don’t agree with your political views, or your desire for arming the citizens of USA. What a bummer, eh!

You most definately are in minority here, or I would not be here!

Years ago, we used to have fun on PT, we shared good advice and stories about our pets. I fear that many people who browse PT and see all kinds of political bickering, refrain from joining - they would surely expect this Forum to be for pet lovers.

Having seen your posts over a period of time, I was beginning to wonder if you have any pets yourself, because you seem to be posting about everything else than pets.

There are Forums out there for people like you - maybe you should join one. I’ll provide a link here for you:
http://www.uspoliticsonline.com/
... and one more: http://www.politicalcrossfire.com/


It’s outrageous that you can accuse ES for being a troll and turn her thread about a National Park into a political fight! It doesn't seem ES can anything without a nasty comment from you. I believe quite a few of us are SO fed up with it!

[Karen]

blue does have two dogs, and a cat who adopted him. He has talked about them, just not in the Dog House.

[Pam]

Blue I don't know enough about your posts to comment. I have stopped reading the Dog House for the most part and definitely stopped posting. To be honest I wish that the Dog House had never been invented. It has caused me to see a side of some people that I would have preferred remain hidden, and I have lost respect for a few PTers. I am not alone in my feelings on this.

[Catty1]

So much is in how something is said...

It's the difference between:

1. "Dogs should be on leashes all the time!" and
2. "I think/it's my opinion that dogs should be on leashes all the time."

The first expression makes it sound like an absolute truth - the second expression, the speaker OWNS their opinion, and makes it clear that it is THEIRS only.

So, speak FOR yourself, for your own side, not AGAINST anyone else. That works a lot better.

JMO

[Medusa]

Yes, blue has talked about Erp many times.

And well said, Catty1.

[moosmom]

My Mom always told anyone that came to our house that the 3 things you do not discuss with my father is sex, politics and religion.

Now I know why. Only took 50 years to figure that out.

Arguing or debating about those three subjects is the same as my ex-husband renting space in my head. Gets me nowhere and wastes my time.

Or...

Never argue with a chicken. It wastes your time and p*sses off the chicken.

Take your pick!

[phesina]

Never argue with a chicken. It wastes your time and p*sses off the chicken.

Another version: Never wrestle with a pig. You both get dirty, and the pig likes it.

[Edwina's Secretary]

It has caused me to see a side of some people that I would have preferred remain hidden, and I have lost respect for a few PTers. I am not alone in my feelings on this.

I agree wholeheartedly with you Pam!

[moosmom]

Phesina,

Pig, chicken, duck, I knew it was one of those. I'm having alot of senior moments lately. Makes me want to call the Alzheimer's toll free number to see if that's one of the 10 signs I'm getting it.

[Puckstop31]

These are the times that try mens souls... I think it is time to stop focusing so much on "style" and more on substance. Now I know that sometimes things are juts so over the top that it deserves no responce.

But all we get any more are the "sides" cheerleading each other. Nothing is every really discussed because, again IMO, certian people are either unwilling or not able to offer original thought. Its a lot of "I agree" or posting a news article and saying "this is stupid" or "I agree".

FWIW, I am more than willing to debate, really debate, any of the "touchy" subjects with anybody who would have it. But you have to understand that politics is a contact sport.... Sometimes you get a bloody nose. Which is good for ya, now and then. I've had my share and appreciate it. Its how we best learn... Not by just cheerleading along with people whom we agree with.

[Karen]

Politics need not be a "contact sport" here on Pet Talk. If you want to really argue about politics, instead of having polite, respectful discussion, there are other boards where that is more appropriate, and welcome.

[lizbud]

Blue, I can tell how miffed you are that most PTalkers don’t agree with your political views, or your desire for arming the citizens of USA. What a bummer, eh!

You most definately are in minority here, or I would not be here!

Years ago, we used to have fun on PT, we shared good advice and stories about our pets. I fear that many people who browse PT and see all kinds of political bickering, refrain from joining - they would surely expect this Forum to be for pet lovers.

Having seen your posts over a period of time, I was beginning to wonder if you have any pets yourself, because you seem to be posting about everything else than pets.

There are Forums out there for people like you - maybe you should join one. I’ll provide a link here for you:
http://www.uspoliticsonline.com/
... and one more: http://www.politicalcrossfire.com/


It’s outrageous that you can accuse ES for being a troll and turn her thread about a National Park into a political fight! It doesn't seem ES can anything without a nasty comment from you. I believe quite a few of us are SO fed up with it!

I agree & the last few weeks, the rudeness has really been over the top.

[Grace]

http://www.uspoliticsonline.com/
... and one more: http://www.politicalcrossfire.com/

Holy cow - those forums are frightening!! People posting there, and others who post on the opposite side of the spectrum - they are the kind whom I can envision doing evil things - like the man who shot Dr. Tiller earlier today.

Fanatics, rabid fanatics - that's what they are.

[Cinder & Smoke]

It’s outrageous that you can accuse ES for being a troll and
turn her thread about a National Park into a political fight!

It doesn't seem ES can anything without a nasty comment from you.
I believe quite a few of us are SO fed up with it!

*Agreed*!

The frequent *jumping to conclusions* and sometimes pointless *bashing*
are getting a bit hard to read ...

Blue and a couple others might want to *give it a REST* and
tell a few Pet Tails.