MrBird

Mike: I don't know what you were thinking with that line of questioning. There's no way, given the early posts in this thread that it could be a civil discussion. You'd be better off just letting it go. So... Just let it go and let this die. Nobody is going to listen to any opposing side. This goes deeper than logic and common sense. It deals with faith and religion and there's just no arguing with that. Geez, man. I thought you were smarter than that. :roll:

Dude! What have people been trying to tell you over the course of this thread???? Did you think they were just posting to increase their post count?

I am. They're wearing too much makeup. McCain is coming across like an old man. Obama is coming across a little smug. I hope they have something more substantial in what they say.

Perhaps you missed my, "I laughed at this one, too:" comment. It really isn't a half bad photoshop job. But, personally, I prefer the Tina Fey version of Palin. Nor do I think attractiveness is a quality that lends itself as a reason to vote for someone. McCain suspending his campaign to go back to Washington was a shrewd campaign move. If Obama doesn't follow then McCain has ammunition to use during the remainder of the campaign. I'm not sure what either candidate thinks they're going to be able to do, though. Really, it's all for show. Here's what gets me. Obama is a first term US Senator. His favourite word is "change". When asked to elaborate, he talks in circles. He can't, or won't, be pinned down on what he really wants. Why? What's he hiding? Biden was an interesting pick for VP. He's experienced in Washington. He knows how the game is played. He's a smart man and a smart political player. However, the man has a mouth that just won't stop! It's going to get him, and the Obama campaign, into trouble. He can't even keep himself in line with the Obama campaign as he's contradicted Obama in public! What's that say? McCain has an extensive military background (which could be good for national security) and an extensive political background. However, he needs to realize that five years as a POW is not a qualification for president. No one is questioning his military record or his integrity/courage. People are questioning his policies and plans. Responding with, "Well, for five and a half years..." isn't answering the question. McCain's age wouldn't be an issue except for: ...Sarah Palin. McCain admits this was a knee jerk choice because he didn't have anything else lined up. There's an awful lot that isn't known about her. What is known, and what is coming to light, isn't very flattering. The "Trooper-gate" scandal in Alaska turns out to be only one example of a pattern of behaviour which makes me question how much I want her being next in line to lead the country. Couple that with the half-truths and lies in her acceptance speech at the RNC and you have a person qualified to be a politician but not run the country. Neither candidate has an energy policy. Obama's is, "We need change!". McCain's is, "Drill for oil!" Neither candidate has an economic policy. Obama's is, "We need change!" McCain's is, "Keating Five what? Who? Me?" Neither candidate has a defense policy. Obama's is, "We need change!" McCain's is either, "Invade Iran!" or "When I was a POW in Viet Nam...". Neither candidate has a domestic policy. Obama's is, "We need change!" McCain's is, "How many houses do we own domestically? I don't remember because when I was a POW in Hanoi I didn't have any houses." I was hoping the debate scheduled for Friday would shed some light on this. It might not happen with both candidates working in Washington. One interesting side note. I had a long and interesting discussion with a Brit this past Sunday. It seems Europe is very interested in Obama winning for a variety of reasons. Can any of our international friends shed some light as to why? (I know why this guy wanted Obama. I'm interested in a wider international reaction.)

I think you've misunderstood. I didn't come looking for a fight...political or otherwise. I came to this forum as I am an EMS provider. However, that being said, I don't eat, sleep, breathe and live EMS 24/7. There is much more going on in the world than EMS. I figured that's why the "Non-EMS Discussion Forum" existed...to talk about other things. Politics interests me to some extent. I was curious what others thought as this current election season has me totally baffled. The international contributions are even more welcome. I'm not looking for smoke up my arse. I'm not looking to be handled like fragile crystal. I was hoping, as there seem to be some intelligent regular posters, for some discussion. Since it appears to, in fact, be a taboo subject, I'll let it drop and come up with something less innocuous.

It asks to allow BBcode and I clicked yes. Along with HTML. Hmmm. Did it really show up for you with the link properly displayed and not the link with the tags visible on either side?

It's about time a medical director stood up and took accountability for those working under his license. What's even better is how laughable the response of the FD is! Please! Stop! My ribs hurt from laughing so hard! I love the comments, too! Somebody shouted something about BLS saving lives. That's pretty funny, too.

Yeah. Tried that. Oh well. Sorry, guys. You'll just have to cut and paste for now until I figure out what I'm doing wrong.

:laughing3: :laughing3: :laughing3: That's funny right there! I laughed at this one, too:

Ok...Help a n00b out. Why aren't the HTML tags working? Is this a firefox thing?

I did a search for this and didn't see anything. If my poor searching skills failed me please go easy on the new guy. Seems like you guys may be brought kicking and screaming into the 20th century. Are there really EMS services that don't have a medical director???? :shock: Scranton Times Article

Wow. Can't say I would've addressed an interpersonal issue with a close friend or family member on a public forum. Certainly not in a tough love, tough talking way that will probably do nothing but make the OP even more defensive, angry and unwilling to work with you. What's that all about? Wendy might be on to something here. It might be worth considering.

I should add, too, that I think the international input on national elections could be an eye opening discussion for many. I know my own views were pretty narrow until I started listening to and learning from friends who live in other countries. And, Dust, you will be proud to know that I *did* read the site rules before joining. I understand that's one of your pet peeves.

Not a problem, Dust. I think I'm a little thicker skinned than some of the others who may stir the proverbial pot. Nor was I attempting to create any sort of mayhem and destruction. Simply looking for some intelligent discussion. So you're saying I came to the wrong spot?

That must've been a tough decision to make. Care to elaborate?