GreatWhiteNorth

Fauci actually did not recommend shutting everything down. Things like the military, emergency services (police, fire stations, etc.), critical services (hospitals, gas stations, grocery stores, etc.) were always to be kept running. ALWAYS. The "lockdown" part was an interesting inclusion. None of us was ever actually "locked down?" Not a single person. We all could come and go as we pleased. That wasn't true in China and other countries... they actually "locked down." As far as "shut the country down" - yes, it's a vague term. But the point was to shut down any and all unnecessary activity to avoid unnecessary risk during a global pandemic that we had very little knowledge about containing. In retrospect, turned out to be a bad economic decision, a bad social decision, and a bad political decision. But it was not necessarily all that bad a decision at the time. When we didn't know how bad this was going to get, some of us opted to err on the side of caution. Maybe too much caution, as it turned out. Meh. What do you? You roll the dice and you take your chances. Nobody can see the future. What will never change is that we're imperfect people living in an imperfect world. Anybody who feels the need to lay blame on imperfection, needs to take a longer, harder look at themselves.

FFS... the point of asking for references is for situations where the information is not well known or easy to find. When some far-right wacko asserts the earth is flat and claims to have proof - asking for a reference makes sense. When the situation is clear, obvious, in the current news cycle, and simple to find via a 10 second google search... then the request for reference is just an annoyance. But - I think you already know that. Oh well... Russia's Putin praises Elon Musk as an 'outstanding person' and 'talented businessman' (msn.com) Russia’s Putin praises Elon Musk days after Ukraine Starlink controversy (msn.com) Putin Praises ‘Outstanding’ Musk While Vowing More Moon Missions (msn.com)

Putin is praising his actions... soooo...

I believe that is a Cortez. You have very good taste in footgear.

Hmmm.

C'mon - not every thread has to be about Trump.

You are not wrong. Problem is that the authority that needs to be accountable is the Governor of TX. Buck stops there.

When using a pellet grill, fat cap up. Unlike a typical gas grill, the heat source doesn't directly heat from the bottom. By design, it is indirect. In this situation, the melting of the fat cap on top doesn't penetrate the meat but it effectively 'bastes' it - keeping it moist. Scoring the fat cap is advisable if the cap is relatively thick. That will help it render and not leave an unrendered layer of fat on top of the finished meat. Some of us score the fat cap even if it isn't thick if we're going after a bit leaner version of pulled pork. But that's just personal preference. I'd prefer that my rub creates a delicious bark on the actual meat and not on fat - but that's just me.

'Dim' - that part of your post is accurate. You'll need to scroll back to see the quoted posts for an enlightened view. Or not. You be you.

Slow down there, freight train. As I posted, Trump does seem to do many things to convince people he's not racist. That was and is my point. Yet his words and actions betray him. He's as racist as they come. (Don't bastardize my post into a D vs R argument that I didn't make - start your own post to discuss that.)

Well, we do. We basically limit ourselves to two options. Vote R or D. So, the Executive branch of government is not to be respected when you don't like the candidates? I can not get behind that logic.

Looks like posters here have most of this covered - except the material used to make the vessel. I wonder what it would take to eliminate plastic jugs. Glass has always been the best option, and lined paper cartons were a pretty good alternative. Never much liked the plastic jug but it has seemed to dominate for quite some time.

1. Democracy is the best system of government the world has ever known. 2. I find quite a few posters here interesting, informed, and smart. I enjoy interacting with them. 3. Ah, I get it - you want to be "frenemies". Well done, bro.

The one and only thing I really dislike about this BBS is the piling on. As a wrestler, it goes against every competitive fiber in my being. A couple folks in a dispute, then a dozen appear out of nowhere and the dispute ends in whatever way the dozen choose. I do hate it.

Everybody seems to be missing this point - am I the only one that learned it in 4th grade? Respecting the position and Office of the President is not the same as respecting the person who currently holds (or previously held) the title - or their actions. Disrespecting the actions of the current president is a far different thing than disrespecting the actual Office of the President. It's a lot like condemning the actions of some police officers, but still respecting law enforcement. You can disrespect some officers' actions, but condemning law enforcement in general and defunding the police is a different matter entirely.

Does anyone really ever win or lose an argument when nothing is actually won or lost? "Arguments to the human mind are like a war of words – we’ll hurt people, end friendships, and even create enemies to win them and get our sense of superiority. However, unlike a real war of guns and grenades, arguments have no spoils. There is no land to be won, no gold to take, and no people to conquer."

One thing I can say right here and right now is that we need more finished meat pics.

OK, ionel. That'll do. A few days ago, you hadn't heard of it - and now you are suddenly an expert on the subject. Not sure who you think you're fooling.

I usually don't repeat myself, but... For those that use guns with anger, hate, and indifference to human life.

I don't necessarily disagree with your post EXCEPT... ...that a racist who is trying to not appear racist who is being advised by a team of highly paid experts might do exactly these things. Particularly if they are running for President and need to win over a significant number of black voters in order to have any chance of winning. And - even more importantly - when he's someone who has no concept of ethics or morality and cares only about not losing. I'm giving Trump no benefit of the doubt. I think he's a creep who we need to be rid of. You seem to be supporting him. Which is strange, because I thought you didn't like him?

Sorry, but this post is so dumb. Which title would Obama prefer? I can't image he wants to be known as an orange turd. So dumb. "You sure seems to have issues around 4th grade"? Hmmm... I hear some redneck there. So dumb. Therapy might not be a bad path for you.

You're being purposely obtuse. Why try making something out of nothing? Herschel is a dope, not because of any of his physical characteristics. Just because he's a dope.

I would have preferred someone other than Biden. Not a bottom feeder like Trump, but someone better. We only get (2) choices - so our options are limited. Again, maybe you missed my point, it's not about respecting the current President, it's about respecting the Office of the President. Like it or not, our President is there for 4 years - maybe compare it to a captain of a wrestling team who you do not particularly like. You suck it up and support the team (which includes supporting the captain.) That's how you win. Fighting against the captain isn't productive and doesn't lead to success.

Were you not taught to respect the office? Serious question. Maybe not all of us were taught that concept.

Yes, yes I do. The big orange turd is an ex-president. C'mon - did you read my post and let it sink in? Even in 4th grade, we knew the difference between the current president and an ex-one.