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I think insurance companies didn't have to worry about the amount of stolen vehicles much before the cameras went up, as the increase in stolen vehicles is a more recent thing. With the cameras, their payout was reduced. Without the cameras, their payout will increase. They don't like that so rates will go up. That's how I see it. mspart

I can see your point here fishy. But it was a system that was used to find stolen cars and it worked well. Now they are getting rid of it, not because finding stolen cars is no longer important, but because they want to prevent ICE from using them. It would have been better to say what you said, we have thought about it and this appears to be an invasion of people's privacy, those who are not driving stolen cars. Apparently the system was to good as has been pointed out. It caught drivers of stolen cars but could surveil everyone . I agree that is a tough one to rationalize. My statement on the effect this will have on stolen cars and insurance rates stands nonetheless. mspart

That's a ridiculous answer. What, in your opinion, is wrong with Alligator Alcratraz? I would like to know what your issues are with it. Just saying it is consistent with winger mentality is like saying having children is consistent with winger mentality and objecting to it for that reason alone. mspart

I knew a guy that worked in Iran before the Shah fell. He said it was a trip. Get a can of beans and it was a can of tomatoes. Can of corn and it was a can of rice. You just never knew what you were going to get there. mspart

RV, what is wrong with Alligator Alcatraz? Please be specific. As I understand it, it has a runway, and is a regular prison. I'm sure they have all the amenities one could hope for in a prison. mspart

This is true. Tyson had a number of opportunities but didn't capitalize. I agree with that. We were watching it and couldn't believe it. Had to believe he was gassed, but after the fight, it seems likely he chose not to flatten Jake. I saw genuine fear in Jake's eyes in the first period like I said. Asked why he was biting his gloves, he said he has that nervous tic, likes to bite things. My son rolled with laughter at that comment. mspart

Lets remember the history. Trump told canada that the digital tax was a no go. Canada said we are doing it. Trump said we are done talking. Canada eliminates the digital tax. You know you are losing big time when you adversary caves to you? Is that what you are trying to say here? mspart

It sounds like a high security place with no chance of escape. Miserable heat and humidity, it might make one think getting eaten would be preferable. mspart

When Tyson came out in the 1st round, you could see the surprise and terror in Jake's eyes after he got tagged a few times. He ran away and Tyson couldn't or wouldn't really pursue. When I saw that I thought Jake was in real trouble. But Tyson, backed way off. He came hard the first few seconds of each round but then backed off. mspart

That's a good one. The Bee strikes again! mspart

I hate to hear this stuff. Biden's admin, as far as that girl is concerned, was evil. They had chance after chance after chance to make it right by this girl, but instead allowed the rape of this girl and did not prosecute afterwards. This is the equity they wanted to bring? I'll forego that equity thank you very much. mspart

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2025/06/canada-rescinds-digital-services-tax-to-advance-broader-trade-negotiations-with-the-united-states.html June 29, 2025 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada Canada’s new government is engaged in complex negotiations on a new economic and security partnership with the United States, focused on getting the best deal for Canadian workers and businesses. Prime Minister Carney has been clear that Canada will take as long as necessary, but no longer, to achieve that deal. To support those negotiations, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, announced today that Canada would rescind the Digital Services Tax (DST) in anticipation of a mutually beneficial comprehensive trade arrangement with the United States. Consistent with this action, Prime Minister Carney and President Trump have agreed that parties will resume negotiations with a view towards agreeing on a deal by July 21, 2025. This is from the government of Canada. Truly a caving if ever there was one. Looks like the mighty and much vaunted Canada blinked!! mspart

This is a whole sordid tale. This script is really amazing. mspart

This is great news. His body just needs to not reject the new lungs. Great news for Ben. Best wishes for his recovery. It is an amazing thing that lungs can be transplanted. This was not possible just a few decades ago. mspart

Hey Chrome, I like this post of yours. It makes sense to me. Well said. Regarding my DT comment, I was wondering if he would be getting caught up in all that Starocci stuff, not knowing they didn't like each other. If DT knew about all these shenanigans (if they are true) and kept quiet, then you have to wonder what he will do at OSU. That was my thought anyway. I was thinking there could be direct link made. I know it is different for athletes and coaches, but he was an athlete that went straight to head coach. So I wondered. mspart

Well said Brucey. mspart

Hoping Ben and Amy get this all straightened out. If people are really this invested, they should give to the go fund me account for him. mspart

Everyone has their faults. But it does seem incongruous to repeatedly invoke your attachment to Christianity and not really adhere to its basic fundamentals. But we all struggle to live as we know we should live. Hopefully they will get this figured out. mspart

J Rob got run out for less than this. mspart

Nobody should get a 5th season in college sports. You get four. Is there a new grade level in college I am unaware of? freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, and then what? There is no other "then what". There are 4 years of eligibility. Starocci should not have been allowed to compete last year in my humble opinion. You guys can't make me believe it should be otherwise. You can criticize me for my position but you can't make me believe that for a very short period of time, people deserved a 5th year when no one else does outside of that time frame. It's a ridiculous concept. mspart

That is pretty gross really. Jerks that don't pick up after themselves. mspart

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/live/trump-tariffs-live-updates-trump-says-he-is-terminating-trade-talks-with-canada-us-china-clinch-truce-200619062.html Trump tariffs live updates: Trump says he is terminating trade talks with Canada; US, China clinch truce What's this about Trump caving to everyone? He has secured deals with China and EU and other countries. Canada won't play ball so Trump says ok, if that's the way you want to do this. mspart

This is not the Democrat party and we don't know who JFK is. mspart

In a city of millions, that's bound to add up to a lot of beans. mspart

Here's another from U of Washington's Cliff Mass https://cliffmass.blogspot.com/ Below-Normal Wildfire Year so Far Even with a relatively dry spring, cumulative wildfire acreage in Washington State is currently below normal. You read that right, below normal. Interestingly, the dry condition may have even contributed to the modest wildfire totals so far this year. To start, consider the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) acres burned statistics for Washington State (below). This year is very low...the second lowest since 2015. The whole article is good. Dr. Mass believes global warming exists. He does not buy into the hysteria surrounding it. mspart