North and West Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 Capitalism is flawed, but it is the best system there and has helped the most amount of people out of poverty. The alternative is Russia, China, Cuba... it’s the best system we have for allocating limited resources while incentivizing production.I think the main argument you could have is whether you want capitalism with a strong welfare state or a weak welfare state. Both have their pluses and minuses, and it’s my personal opinion that it’s disingenuous to think otherwise. Everything has shades of grey. Probably a discussion for a different banter thread.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will - Rutgers Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 i hope the weather doesn’t cancel my swimsuit calendar shoot Friday 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forkyfork Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 39 minutes ago, North and West said: it’s the best system we have for allocating limited resources while incentivizing production. I think the main argument you could have is whether you want capitalism with a strong welfare state or a weak welfare state. Both have their pluses and minuses, and it’s my personal opinion that it’s disingenuous to think otherwise. Everything has shades of grey. Probably a discussion for a different banter thread. . capitalism is why we haven't had all three winter months come in below average in 21 years 2 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian5671 Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 40 minutes ago, Will - Rutgers said: i hope the weather doesn’t cancel my swimsuit calendar shoot Friday mostly rain.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJO812 Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 3 hours ago, LibertyBell said: You've got to talk to the lady and ask her how far she is willing to go. You said she's open to moving north right? But not that far north? If you can't get that far north getting into higher elevations is a suitable substitute. She loves the summer I hate it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forkyfork Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 1 minute ago, MJO812 said: She loves the summer I hate it normal people hate cold weather 4 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North and West Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 capitalism is why we haven't had all three winter months come in below average in 21 yearsSocialist industrialist economies haven’t been too kind to the planet either, sooo… . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rclab Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 52 minutes ago, Will - Rutgers said: i hope the weather doesn’t cancel my swimsuit calendar shoot Friday Good morning Will. Out of sincere, albeit morbid curiosity ….. which month do you hope to grace. Stay well and perhaps covered. As always …… 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will - Rutgers Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 4 minutes ago, rclab said: Good morning Will. Out of sincere, albeit morbid curiosity ….. which month do you hope to grace. Stay well and perhaps covered. As always …… i am getting all 13 months they are making a new month called Febtober just so i can have another photo 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rclab Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 15 minutes ago, MJO812 said: She loves the summer I hate it 14 minutes ago, forkyfork said: normal people hate cold weather Good morning Anthony, I believe forky does part time couples counseling interspersed with hot spot motivational speaking engagements. As always …. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rclab Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 Just now, Will - Rutgers said: i am getting all 13 months they are making a new month called Febtober just so i can have another photo Will, If you plan it right you might get a dual endorsement from a the rock salt conglomerate and the pumpkin growers association. Posing you might be a challenge but with a bit of creativity, no problem. As always … Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will - Rutgers Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 1 minute ago, rclab said: Will, If you plan it right you might get a dual endorsement from a the rock salt conglomerate and the pumpkin growers association. Posing you might be a challenge but with a bit of creativity, no problem. As always … my body is mostly a doughy, clay-like substance, i don’t really pose, they just bring in a sculptor to push and pull me into a new shape each time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dark Star Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 4 hours ago, North and West said: Socialist industrialist economies haven’t been too kind to the planet either, sooo… . Even if USA stopped all greenhouse emissions tomorrow, it wouldn't put a dent in the global warming. China and India are the main contributors... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forkyfork Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 1 minute ago, Dark Star said: Even if USA stopped all greenhouse emissions tomorrow, it wouldn't put a dent in the global warming. China and India are the main contributors... yes it would 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rjay Posted February 23, 2022 Author Share Posted February 23, 2022 41 minutes ago, forkyfork said: yes it would Been hearing that for over a decade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rclab Posted February 23, 2022 Share Posted February 23, 2022 Good evening all. A most unusual and entertaining banter page. Will is morphing into silly putty. Donut photos are being used to describe P Types and economics is generating weenies The NYC metro sub does not lack for creativity. Enjoy the warmth CPK hasn’t fallen below 60 for the last 19 hours, as always ….. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 9 hours ago, North and West said: Socialist industrialist economies haven’t been too kind to the planet either, sooo… . best countries for the environment hands down are costa rica, panama and bhutan all are carbon negative want to fix the planet, stop chopping down trees, stop overbreeding and stop expanding cities also good for air quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 9 hours ago, Will - Rutgers said: i am getting all 13 months they are making a new month called Febtober just so i can have another photo lucky 13th month lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 5 hours ago, Dark Star said: Even if USA stopped all greenhouse emissions tomorrow, it wouldn't put a dent in the global warming. China and India are the main contributors... we should be using more nuclear power not methane (I refuse to use the euphemism "natural" gas) we should cut greenhouse gases AND sanction and punish both China and India until they are forced to do the same and Brazil for what they're doing to the Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 10 hours ago, North and West said: it’s the best system we have for allocating limited resources while incentivizing production. I think the main argument you could have is whether you want capitalism with a strong welfare state or a weak welfare state. Both have their pluses and minuses, and it’s my personal opinion that it’s disingenuous to think otherwise. Everything has shades of grey. Probably a discussion for a different banter thread. . best thing is the one with a strong welfare state and cap birth rates to 2 per family also keep religion out of politics thats more important than most people realize 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 10 hours ago, Dark Star said: Capitalism is flawed, but it is the best system there and has helped the most amount of people out of poverty. The alternative is Russia, China, Cuba... companies need to be kept out of politics and be regulated so they aren't allowed to get too big or have too much power-- and when they do, break them up 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 12 hours ago, North and West said: If you literally want to put your money where your mouth is, here’s one I’ve been invested in for about 20 years or so (there are others like this, but just for the full disclosure): https://www.morningstar.com/funds/xnas/vftax/quote “Because of its fossil-fuel screen, the portfolio currently has no exposure to energy stocks.” . thanks! I'm looking at it now as well as passing it on to others who invest in green stocks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 10 hours ago, Dark Star said: Capitalism is flawed, but it is the best system there and has helped the most amount of people out of poverty. The alternative is Russia, China, Cuba... Russia, China and Cuba are just as bad letting fossil fuel cartels run their entire political systems. It's not about politics actually, it's about letting the rich control everything. The rich need to be devalued so their money means nothing when it comes to power-- in short the influence of money needs to be completely removed from politics, because money corrupts and eventually leads to oligarchy, which the US either is already or is well on the way to becoming according to several studies 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibertyBell Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 12 hours ago, IrishRob17 said: In addition to what’s been pointed out already part of it IMO is many people here just want double digit jackpot snow amounts. So if that’s not in their forecast they out. I'm not sure how many want jackpots, but most people probably want a storm that doesnt change to rain and dumps at least 6 inches area wide..... at least 10 inches area wide would be ideal but beggars cant be choosers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliancolton Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 8 posts in a row, impressive for a Wednesday night. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rjay Posted February 24, 2022 Author Share Posted February 24, 2022 3 minutes ago, Juliancolton said: 8 posts in a row, impressive for a Wednesday night. What are your thoughts on the upcoming storm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allsnow Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 10 hours ago, forkyfork said: normal people hate cold weather I wish I was Normal and didn’t care about the weather 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishcast_hater Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 5 hours ago, Rjay said: Been hearing that for over a decade. The only way to stop climate change is more tax money and to spend our way out on costly nonsense. Sorry I’m not buying it. It’s a scam and honest scientists who speak up are censored and or dismissed for not towing the line. That’s NOT science and it ain’t settled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliancolton Posted February 24, 2022 Share Posted February 24, 2022 59 minutes ago, Rjay said: What are your thoughts on the upcoming storm? I'm still leaning toward a warmer solution, along the lines of Upton's current map. The NAM, HREF, and even extended HRRR have fared well in sizing up mid-level WAA this season. Since they all introduce mixing into the interior, and given what we know about SWFEs in general, I think expectations should be tempered. The upside is that rates will be good to start out - that's a solid NW-SE fgn signature coinciding with the best upper-air support. Even where changeover is delayed/avoided, though, ratios will get progressively worse as the event wears on, with moisture becoming shallower and riming more prolific. Could be a fun event for many, but nobody in this subforum should be expecting a blockbuster. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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