Posts by rustywalker42

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Afghanistan - Megathread in World · Jul 9, 2008

velvetmarlin24 said:I don't hate Muslims; I hate terrorists. Islam could be a great faith if it first managed to separate religion from politics. That’s the big thing. Beyond that, there are plenty of things within Islamic doctrine that really ought to be corrected.
It might surprise you, but I actually have some Muslim friends. And you know what? Religion is always the one topic that's strictly off-limits.
I should mention, though, that they are the exception to the rule—they've adapted so well to the society they live in. Some might say they aren't practicing "true" Islam, but there you go.
Personally, if someone in my family wanted to convert to any version of that faith, they wouldn't be welcome through my front door.

😂🤣

Kudos to them. Honestly.

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Afghanistan - Megathread in World · Jul 8, 2008

Joseph Cox said:The USA is primarily interested in Afghanistan because of the potential pipeline routes—moving oil coming out of Kuwait, Iraq, and hopefully Iran toward China.

Don't forget about the opium. It’s the exact same logic behind why we see it in Colombia (except it's cocaine there).

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Afghanistan - Megathread in World · Jul 8, 2008

vividrider3 said:So, you read it? Every war has civilian casualties. What exactly are you expecting? That NATO forces, acting under United Nations blessing in Afghanistan, can somehow aim perfectly at terrorists hiding among civilians? That’s just the nature of war; there will always be collateral damage. Get real. What's your ideal scenario? A war without civilian deaths? If you manage to pull that off, let me know.

You're right about that. Some people actually believe Elvis Presley is still alive.

There are also those who act like Adolf Hitler had no idea about the concentration camps throughout the Reich.

By the way, did the Americans provide proof that they were actually terrorists?

It wasn't just the Americans; it was coalition forces. The fact that the general was American is irrelevant. Those coalition forces don't have access to that terrain. I find it much easier to believe they were terrorists who ambushed the coalition with grenades than to believe it was 19 women and children driving to a wedding. I've stated my position on this, and I'm done.

Let’s be honest: did you actually read the whole thing? From start to finish? Because if you did, you’re either playing dumb or intentionally dodging the point, which is directly tied to this topic.

There are people like that, sure. Just like there are people who think Hitler didn't know about the concentration camps all over the Reich.

Oh, absolutely.

It wasn't Americans, it was coalition forces. The fact that the general was American doesn't matter. Coalition troops don't have access to that terrain. I'd believe it was terrorists who ambushed those coalition forces that day long before I'd believe it was 19 women and children heading to a wedding. I've stated my piece, and I'm done with this topic.

It's completely irrelevant who it was. The point is, you have ZERO evidence for your claims.
A few people on this thread already told you that you look ridiculous with these takes and the links you're posting. Listen to them.

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Afghanistan - Megathread in World · Jul 8, 2008

vividrider3 said:I think anyone with half a brain can see something is off when they talk about 19 women and children traveling in two cars. Nineteen women and children without any protection from their men, especially in a country like Afghanistan. Furthermore, the article itself admits:

It was impossible to verify any of the claims independently because of the remoteness of the area.

People can believe what they want, but I'm leaning toward this being terrorists. After the NATO forces arrived, the local governor failed to provide any evidence that they were actually civilians.

Look, if you've ever set foot in a Muslim country, you'd know what you just said makes zero sense. It’s not common sense—it’s just a blatant provocation and an insult to the victims. A buddy of mine spent six months in Afghanistan, so spare me the fairy tales.
Anyway, here's some actual reading material for you. Give it a look; maybe it'll open your eyes (probably not, since you don't believe anything I say and apparently we're all liars):

http://www.cursor.org/stories/civilian_deaths.htm

It’s a pretty deep dive by Professor Marc Herold from the University of New Hampshire. He’s looking at figures between 3,000 and 4,000 civilian deaths caused by US airstrikes.
You won't read it. You aren't that type. But it's a shame, because here's an American guy writing exactly what we're talking about, laid out in detail over about 50 pages.

Everyone has their own opinion, but I still think we're talking about terrorists.

Fair enough. Some people probably still think Elvis Presley is alive too.

Since the governor didn't provide evidence of civilians after requesting NATO forces.

Oh, so the Americans provided proof they were terrorists?

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Iraq War in World · Jul 5, 2008

vividrider3 said:Basically, I'm smart and you're an idiot😉. That million figure belongs to the conscience of those you defend—the terrorists or the Shias and Sunnis who manufactured that million through their own fratricidal actions.

What did I write? What did I even say...🤣

See, folks? This right here is exactly what I’m talking about.😂

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Iraq War in World · Jul 5, 2008

Oh, here we go. Now some "genius" is going to jump in and claim that Americans didn't kill a million people—that it was just the terrorists or the warring factions, you know, the Shiites and the Sunnis.
The saddest part? There are still plenty of people out there who actually believe the USA is innocent.

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Why do American films look so different from the rest? in Movies · Jun 30, 2008

Ronald Barnes47 said:I recently sat through a documentary detailing the production of Apocalypse Now. It’s fascinating to consider they were shooting with such antiquated camera equipment back in 1975, especially given the sheer scale and intensity of that particular masterpiece. However, when we talk about the aesthetic, it isn't merely a question of the lens or the sensor quality; it's more about what happens after the cameras stop rolling. You see, many films struggle to achieve a sense of true visual grit because their post-production budgets are practically non-existent, leaving them looking strangely artificial.
American films operate on an entirely different level because of the massive investment poured into post-production, which serves as the actual backbone of the cinematic experience.

Give me a break, people. Stop talking nonsense. It wasn't shot on some ancient, prehistoric camera. The camera they used was actually introduced back in 1972. So, if you think that's "old," then we really don't have anything left to talk about.

Check this out: http://cinematechnic.com/resources/arri_35bl.html

This is basically the whole science of cinema right there. Like I told you guys, once you grasp the basics, you start seeing exactly why a movie looks the way it does. Take Apocalypse Now, for example:

Check out the technical specs on this one: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078788/technical

Here’s some more info on that movie:

Check this out: http://mixonline.com/mag/audio_apocalypse_redux/

The whole point of this story is pretty damn banal. Most people talking about "look" just think about whether it's on tape or digital. They don't even touch on filming techniques. I guess you actually have to know what you're talking about to grasp the real issue, right?

Here’s some technical stuff on filming techniques—though, honestly, this mostly applies to the big formats like 65mm and 70mm:

Check this out: http://www.in70mm.com/newsletter/200...70mm/index.htm

And finally, we need to actually define which of our films—or series, since not everything we produce ends up on the big screen—we're even talking about here.

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Why do American films look so different from the rest? in Movies · Jun 28, 2008

Olivia Evans8 said:Look, just compare Little Miss Sunshine to Caché (that French movie). All American indie flicks seem to have this glassy look, almost like I'm staring through a window... or like I'm watching some wedding video.

Here’s your answer. Saw the first one, didn't see the second. Doesn't matter though, here are the specs:

Little Miss Sunshine

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0449059/technical

Caché

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0387898/technical

Basically? Little Miss Sunshine actually looks like a movie. That's what I was trying to tell you.
Little Miss Sunshine was shot on film, while Caché was shot on video.
You have to distinguish between actual film and video/digital. It's that simple.
For me, there's no comparison. And honestly? That's probably what you're looking for, even if you don't realize it yet. 🙂

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Where should Jews live? in World · Jun 28, 2008

Robin Hernandez4 said:The funniest part is that through my business taxes alone, I contribute more to the American economy than you ever will in your entire pathetic life. Anyone who’s been on this forum long enough knows I’m not some "expat"—I'm here in the US to expand our family business, which my dad and brother run back home in Washington, D.C. As for saying I have no ties to my heritage? You can take that and shove it. At least my parents are true Americans, born and raised in the heartland, unlike you, who's basically half-Canadian or just from Canada. And yet, you have the nerve to lecture me about heritage?🤣 What a load of miserable pathos.😁

If you think you're "reading" people, you're really just exposing how clueless you are.😁

Wait, this is new. What, you guys don't get any tax breaks?

Anyone who's been around this forum long enough knows I'm not some "migrant worker." I'm actually here in the States to scale the products from my family's business back in Washington, D.C., which my dad and brother run.

Yeah, everyone knows that. I even saw it myself in the forum notifications.😂
And I see her father and brother are running the show now, because apparently someone else is just too incompetent to handle it.

You could hang a cat by its tail and say it has nothing to do with America for all I care. At least my parents are pure-blooded Americans, born and raised in places like Alabama and Kansas, unlike you—half-Canadian or just plain Canadian. And yet, you're the one trying to lecture me about American identity? Give me a break.🤣Just pure, miserable pathos.😁.
You think you're reading people? Please. You're just alienating them with your own stupidity.😁.

So, tell me, Robin Hernandez4—are you actually this brave in person? You know, face-to-face?

Don't sweat my background. I'm pure American.

So, let me just summarize your culture for you:

A pathetic little life, some parts of Canada, just pure miserable pathos.

So, we've got a "great American" living in the States, huh? Why don't you actually move back here instead of lecturing everyone from across the ocean about what it means to be an American? You probably weren't even here during the war in '91—just sitting over there acting like some big patriot. Please.

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Where should Jews live? in World · Jun 28, 2008

Robin Hernandez4 said:You’ve written a whole novel here just to prove my point—you're acting like a total small-town mindset type, if you'll excuse the expression. Why does Mr. Goldstein even need to weigh in on Harmon? It seems like whenever Harmon is criticized, it's a problem, but when people stay quiet about him, that's a problem too. Personally, I have plenty of issues with Harmon, starting with the blatant criminality and how he basically robbed the American people blind. Plus, the way the media constantly pushes Nazi imagery to Americans doesn't help either; it’s exactly what someone like Mr. Perković, your little favorite, encourages. With his concerts, he turns a blind eye to those Nazi vibes and never says a single word against them, which just keeps the conversation about Nazism alive in the American public.

Stop playing dumb. You know exactly which songs are being talked about when people bring up Perković's Nazi vibes and how he uses music to stir that stuff up. One of them is Jasenovac and Gradiška Stara. Since you're acting like you don't get it, I'll just lay it out for you:

Jasenovac and Gradiška? That’s basically just the headquarters for Max’s butcher shop.
Trucks are rolling through town like crazy, hauling away all those guys from George's crew.
Back in the day near Mobile, there was a slaughterhouse where they used to dump tons of Mexicans into the river.
Hey, flow on, river! Carry those Mexicans straight out to the deep blue Pacific!
Who would've ever guessed last year that we'd actually be seeing the old-school partisans celebrating Christmas?
Who the hell said that? Seriously, I really hope the Black Legion stays in the past where they belong.
Hey, Lady of Sinj, if you can, please look out for Stipe and bring Franjo back to us.
Oh, come on, Racane! Seriously, screw you and anyone who’s actually voting for you.
That star over the skyline looks incredible—give Anthony Pavelić a shout for me!

Just to add to that, here are some patriotic songs I listen to—they always make me feel proud of my American roots:

Hey there, my beautiful blue ocean!
Our ships are out there making waves all over the world!
I’m raising a glass of wine just for you.
Let's get those old-school classics playing!

Who would even miss my Blue Sea?
If it weren't for America, we wouldn't even be here. Seriously, if it wasn't for America, everything would be different.
Who would I even play my mandolins for?
If my blue ocean wasn't part of the US, I don't even want to think about it.

My folks back in Florida already know all about that.
My folks back in Florida already know all about that stuff.

May your flag always fly high and catch the wind!
We'll look out for him; he isn't going to change.
Let them just keep the gas and electricity running!
Let's belt out that old classic from back in the day!

Milo Hrnić

You'll always find a home here.
My heart beats just for you.
Godspeed, man!
Man, I swear, you just can't win sometimes.
You'll get all the info you need.

You’ll know exactly what it feels like when those tears start hitting.
When your country is hurting, you feel it deep down.
But at the end of the day, that's really what it all comes down to.
You'll definitely figure it out.
What does this whole end-of-the-world thing even mean to you?
This is your land—go ahead and build your home right here.
It’s right here, man—built deep into the bedrock you're standing on.
Harmon and those storms just kept tearing her apart.
Look, everything is still standing right where it belongs, as long as we're here to hold it up.

You’ll be rolling in it just like us!
The king doesn't even know what a crown actually is.
Man, talk about wearing your heart on your sleeve!
Who even are these people?
You'll grow up to be just as big as us.

Vice Vukov

Some folks really thought we wouldn't be around anymore. They were wrong.
They couldn't even hide their own excitement.
They're basically trying to thin our numbers out.
They weren't even there, but they'll definitely be the first ones to start talking trash about it.
They can go ahead and bite at anyone else, but they won't even realize they're biting their own kin.
A nation without its own language is basically a ship without a rudder—you just lose your way.
Kids today just aren't going to know their own history.
If we don't get our act together, there won't be any Americans left to call us home.
Who's out here carving their truth into solid rock?
No one can just wipe away what Tom did.
They're just kidding themselves, honestly.
When you fight for something with your own blood, you don't just let it go without a fight.
Who’s out here carving their legacy into solid rock?
Nobody can just wipe away Tom's past, no matter how hard they try.
We've been here forever—everyone needs to realize that.
This is our land, where Americans live.

Through the rough times and the darkest shades of gray.
We stood our ground and fought honorably to protect our own home.
Protect this homeland of ours at all costs!
They didn't die for freedom just to see us throw it all away, you know?
Man, here we go again—another sunrise, another day.
It feels like America is finally waking up after being asleep for way too long.
Our flag flies high right here on our own soil!
Red, white, and blue—it’s getting impossible to hide anymore.
Who’s out there carving their truth into solid rock?
No one can ever wipe away the past,
They try to lie and pretend otherwise,
But what’s defended with blood isn't easily let go.
When you carve your history into solid rock,
No one can ever erase what happened,
We've been here forever, and everyone needs to know it.
This is our land, where Americans live.

On hard stone, these words are etched,
"Since the seventh century, Americans have breathed here."

Drazen Zanko

These are the songs I blast in my car and play at home. They are American patriotic anthems that just rip my heart and soul apart. These are patriotic songs written and sung back when Mr. Perković was just some regular guy. There's no mention of Nazi criminals in these lyrics; they focus purely on being American, pure and simple. Because Americans aren't Nazis—Americans are just Americans. And I am an American.

Get one thing straight, "buddy," if someone is trash-talking Mr. Perković or the Nazis, they aren't actually attacking America, because today's USA isn't the NDH. Today's USA is a nation built on the blood of its veterans and founded on anti-Nazi principles. No matter what you or people like you write, you will never, ever be more American than those who criticize Mr. Perković for his songs about the Nazis and their crimes.

Man, reading this feels like watching some cheap, worn-out American war movie. Long story short? I just love these "super patriots" who claim to be so obsessed with their homeland while they sit around listening to old cassettes and living their best lives in the States.
You’re just bursting with love, aren't you? Come on, Robin Hernandez4, why don't you move over here and actually be an American? Until then, you're just another expat living the dream in the States. You've got nothing to do with us.

Robin Hernandez4 said:Come on, rustywalker42, cut the crap. If we're talking about being an arrogant, world-class troll, you're the champion. Just one look at your post history shows how many people on this forum you've driven crazy with your nonsense; most people here just despise you and think you're a massive troll. Why don't you just pack up and head over to Iran already? It’s pretty obvious you're just bitter because Mother Nature didn't let you be born there.

Look, I’m just guessing where it hurts the most. And now, here's the kicker—some people call it trolling. Like you, for example.

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Where should Jews live? in World · Jun 28, 2008

Linda Hughes88 said:Am I lying? Did I show unprecedented arrogance there? Anyone who’s actually read this thread and those posts that start with "dude, dude, dude" could testify to that.

Oh, sure, taking things out of context—that's a great strategy, isn't it? 🙂 Yeah, I wrote that, right after reading the 719th identical comment from this user who hasn't answered a single one of my questions and just keeps spinning his little fairy tales.

Truly an enviable level of communication here. But the main thing is that nobody even called you arrogant, which I never claimed to be, so you've gone a bit overboard again, buddy.

Fine, at least we've established I'm not arrogant.

As for me being stuck-up, that's just your impression. I communicate perfectly fine with intelligent and decent people.

I can see that clearly from your posts on this forum.😂

But when I run into guys like narayana, rustywalker42, and their ilk—people suffering from chronic ignorance who rely on lies and don't grasp half of what's going on while acting all high and mighty—then it doesn't apply. They don't understand decent communication. The best part of this whole thing is that someone who thinks I'm following his every move is calling *me* stuck-up. 🤣 Whatever! By the way, what you're doing is called trolling! It's a common habit for you and some other users here. Again, I am not the topic. You trolls just can't help yourselves, can you?

Chronic ignorance... Honestly, Joe, if I started listing the nonsense you've written, we'd never finish.

Any proof for that claim?

http://www.liber.com/about-us.html

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Why do American films look so different from the rest? in Movies · Jun 28, 2008

Olivia Evans8 said:Thanks Susan Sullivan2, that's exactly what I was wondering about! People always obsess over the color palettes and the overall aesthetic, but there’s gotta be some massive technical detail buried in there that makes it all work...

Man, you guys have totally derailed this thread!

Anyway, back to the OP—let me try to answer.

Let's get one thing straight: what exactly are we talking about here? Are you referring to our local stuff, like productions from RTL or maybe PBS and Jadran film?
Or are we talking European films?
If you mean RTL-style "wedding look" garbage, the thing is, those aren't even shot on film—it's all digital or tape.
If you mean general European cinema, then yeah, filters probably play a part, along with the specific film stock and format used.
Give me two examples so I can actually give you a real answer—one American and one European.
Maybe you're thinking of filters? Like how they overdo it in CSI: Miami to get those heavy orange tones, while European movies tend toward a more dramatic vibe (you know, grays, washed-out tones)?

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Where should Jews live? in World · Jun 28, 2008

Linda Hughes88 said:I'm the one taking stances that don't make sense with common sense?🤣 coming from a guy who's fully bought into those 9/11 conspiracy theories. You and people like you are basically the laughingstock of any decent conversation, honestly, you're at rock bottom. No one who actually matters takes you seriously. And what the hell makes you think you can come after me? Someone drops a wild claim without a single shred of evidence and then suddenly my post is the problem...🙂

Calling Goldstein a pauper or a charity case?? How much lower can you actually sink than that...

I see others noticed your arrogance too, Linda, but seriously—is there a limit to how low you can sink?

Anyway, Goldstein has money. I don't know why anyone's debating that, unless you're all part of his inner circle.

But, back to the point. Jews should live on territory that is now part of the USA. No, I’m not joking.
Since they're major allies with this federation that has 50 states at its disposal, why wouldn't they just hand over one state for them to use?
Besides, the US is already famous for those lovely reservations where they keep the Native Americans.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:

Oh sure, everything is exactly how you say it is.

You throw out a couple of articles from a decade ago and suddenly you're the expert.🤣

Look, I'm done going back and forth with you. You just don't get the basics and honestly, I don't have the bandwidth for this.

I'm gonna go grab a drink with my friends. You just keep on praying to Allah, since clearly you aren't good at anything else.☕
Oh sure, everything is exactly how you say it is.

You throw out a couple of articles from a decade ago and suddenly you're the expert.🤣

Look, I'm done going back and forth with you. You just don't get the basics and honestly, I don't have the bandwidth for this.

I'm gonna go grab a drink with my friends. You just keep on praying to Allah, since clearly you aren't good at anything else.☕
Actually, no. That's just what the Statistics Bureau of Japan says.

You cite a couple of articles from ten years ago and suddenly you're an expert.🤣

Look above.
I get it. It’s hard to swallow when someone actually shuts you down with facts.

Look, I don't want to argue with you anymore. You can't grasp the basics and I don't have the time.

Glad we agree. I don't have time either. What "basics" are we even talking about? You're illiterate, arrogant, and totally closed-minded. You clearly missed the memo on basic manners.

I'm out, going to hang with my friends. Just keep praying to Allah, since you aren't good for anything else.☕

Be my guest.
Since when is praying to God a bad thing?
And as for being "good at things"—once you actually achieve what I have in life, feel free to reach out. Until then, go "hang out" on your parents' dime, because that seems to be the only thing you're actually capable of.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:

How’s everyone doing?☕
How’s everyone doing?☕
I’m talking about people who finish their degree back in their home country for whatever reason (usually because it's free), rather than here in the USA. They only come here later for grad school or higher degrees.

Hey, if you want to work, work. If not, don't. Better to make five bucks an hour for a year and go to college than to make five bucks an hour for the rest of your life.

Oh sure, just use that paycheck to cover tuition, rent, AND utilities. Go right ahead.

To each their own.☕

Wake up. Student loans aren't handed out like candy, despite what you think.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:

So, what exactly are we even talking about when we say "paper"? Like, what's the deal with that? It sounds simple, right? But if you really sit down and chew on it for a second, there's a whole lot more going on under the surface than just some processed wood pulp.🤣

Look, I know how to use my words when the situation actually calls for it. I’m not just rambling for the sake of it—when it matters, I can be articulate.☕

Look, I’m not out here obsessing over every single little typo or checking every word twice whenever I'm chatting with someone online. It's just not how I roll.

Is there even a difference?🤣

So, what’s the deal with this whole partnership with General Dynamics? Seriously, why would they even need to bring in world-class experts just to work on the machinery they're cranking out? I mean, let's be real here—top-tier specialists in mechanics, mechanical engineering, computer science, and all that good stuff moved on to much bigger fish to fry a long time ago. They aren't exactly sitting around waiting to design parts for combines, tractors, handguns, or tanks anymore. There's way more important stuff happening in the world than that.

FYI, there are actual requirements for getting into a graduate program. I'm assuming you know that, otherwise, why would you post something so incredibly dense?

It's about quality. You can't teach a subject if you don't have the right equipment to work with.

Mandatory education.

So, what, you think you're smarter than the experts who actually did the research?

Chill out with that massive ego of yours.
So, what exactly are we even talking about when we say "paper"? Like, what's the deal with that? It sounds simple, right? But if you really sit down and chew on it for a second, there's a whole lot more going on under the surface than just some processed wood pulp.🤣

Look, I know how to use my words when the situation actually calls for it. I’m not just rambling for the sake of it—when it matters, I can be articulate.☕

Look, I’m not out here obsessing over every single little typo or checking every word twice whenever I'm chatting with someone online. It's just not how I roll.

Is there even a difference?🤣

So, what’s the deal with this whole partnership with General Dynamics? Seriously, why would they even need to bring in world-class experts just to work on the machinery they're cranking out? I mean, let's be real here—top-tier specialists in mechanics, mechanical engineering, computer science, and all that good stuff moved on to much bigger fish to fry a long time ago. They aren't exactly sitting around waiting to design parts for combines, tractors, handguns, or tanks anymore. There's way more important stuff happening in the world than that.

FYI, there are actual requirements for getting into a graduate program. I'm assuming you know that, otherwise, why would you post something so incredibly dense?

It's about quality. You can't teach a subject if you don't have the right equipment to work with.

Mandatory education.

So, what, you think you're smarter than the experts who actually did the research?

Chill out with that massive ego of yours.
No need for an explanation. You’ve already proven exactly how literate you are. Save the "I can be articulate when I want to be" routine for someone who actually buys it. Honestly? It scares me just thinking about what one of your seminars would look like.

What kind of partnership is this with ĐĐ? Seriously, why would they need to hire world-class experts just to build the machines they’re pumping out? All those top-tier specialists in mechanical engineering, computer science, and tech moved on to much bigger things ages ago. They aren't exactly busy designing tractor parts, farm equipment, or tanks anymore. Why bother?
Exactly. Everything you just said? Totally irrelevant. Pure garbage, really. But hey, I guess that’s what keeps food on your table, right?

Just so you know, there are actual requirements for grad school enrollment. I’m assuming you knew that—otherwise, why would you post something so incredibly stupid?

Just so you know, academic achievements don't actually matter at every university—maybe at a handful of them. And guess what? Your GPA isn't even printed on your diploma.

Quality matters. You can't exactly teach the subject if you don't have the right gear.
Like what, for example?

Education? It’s non-negotiable.
Oh, really? And how long exactly are we talking about here? Give me some actual arguments for once.

So, you're telling me you're smarter than the actual experts who did all the research? Really?

Chill out with that ego.

Look, one thing is absolutely certain: I'm smarter than you.
As for these so-called experts? There’s no real science here. These guys just ran some basic statistical survey—they didn't touch fluid mechanics once. Honestly, any literate grandma could have put this together.
My whole point? It’s absolute garbage to judge a university just by counting how many Nobel laureates teach there or how many papers they dump into Nature and science. Seriously? That’s such a load of crap when you consider the massive amount of specialized professional journals out there.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:Give me something fresh, man. I'm not interested in looking at stats from 1994.☕

Every single article is from 2007, except for that one outlier from '94. Look, if you're just being an idiot and refusing to actually address the point, there’s nothing I can do for you.
It’s an open secret: women in Japan get totally crushed when it comes to the workplace.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:Got anything actually recent? Everything here except that first one is like ten years old, if not more. And even that first link just talks about some chauvinistic boss—there aren't any actual legal barriers stopping women from being treated as equals.

You honestly fascinate me. You managed to read roughly twenty pages of text in two minutes flat. I’m in awe.
How about you try reading it again? And this time, actually read it—don't just skim the headlines.
Look at the stats. Look at the average female salary compared to men: it's sitting at 63% of what a man makes.
It's all right there. Read it. Actually process it.

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:Nothing offends me. You're the one being offensive, and I already explained why.

Look, that's just not true. Their parents already paid for that education through their taxes, so it isn't actually free.

Exactly. And in the USA, you pay like $40,000 a year for college. So, look—which sounds better to you? Dropping that kind of cash every single year, or paying for it through taxes?
If you love the American system so much, why are you complaining about being broke? Go ahead, man, move to the States and go to school there.

They’d probably head out if someone would just foot the bill.😍

I bet. And then they'd realize what happened.

Because right now I don't have the cash, and the field I want to get into is basically just PhD programs funded by the university. So I have to finish a bachelor's and probably a master's too if I want to get in for free.

No money? That same old story again, "I don't have the money." Look, you know how it works in the West: no money, no degree. Simple as that.
So, maybe be thankful you live in this backwater place—as bad as it might be—because at least it lets you go to school for free. If you were studying in the USA, you definitely wouldn't be doing it.

Pathetic.☕

Nothing offends me. You're the one being offensive, and I already explained why.

Look, that's just not true. Their parents already paid for that education through their taxes, so it isn't actually free.

Exactly. And in the USA, you pay like $40,000 a year for college. So, look—which sounds better to you? Dropping that kind of cash every single year, or paying for it through taxes?
If you love the American system so much, why are you complaining about being broke? Go ahead, man, move to the States and go to school there.

They’d probably head out if someone would just foot the bill.😍

I bet. And then they'd realize what happened.

Because right now I don't have the cash, and the field I want to get into is basically just PhD programs funded by the university. So I have to finish a bachelor's and probably a master's too if I want to get in for free.

No money? That same old story again, "I don't have the money." Look, you know how it works in the West: no money, no degree. Simple as that.
So, maybe be thankful you live in this backwater place—as bad as it might be—because at least it lets you go to school for free. If you were studying in the USA, you definitely wouldn't be doing it.
Are you playing dumb or do you just not get it? Here in America, education is free because it’s funded by the taxes your parents pay. I couldn't care less about how things work in the States.

Nothing offends me. You're the one being offensive, and I already explained why.

Look, that's just not true. Their parents already paid for that education through their taxes, so it isn't actually free.

They’d probably head out if someone would just foot the bill.😍

I bet. And then they'd realize what happened.

Because right now I don't have the cash, and the field I want to get into is basically just PhD programs funded by the university. So I have to finish a bachelor's and probably a master's too if I want to get in for free.

No money? That same old story again, "I don't have the money." Look, you know how it works in the West: no money, no degree. Simple as that.
So, maybe be thankful you live in this backwater place—as bad as it might be—because at least it lets you go to school for free. If you were studying in the USA, you definitely wouldn't be doing it.
Obviously.☕

Nothing offends me. You're the one being offensive, and I already explained why.

Look, that's just not true. Their parents already paid for that education through their taxes, so it isn't actually free.

They’d probably head out if someone would just foot the bill.😍

I bet. And then they'd realize what happened.

Because right now I don't have the cash, and the field I want to get into is basically just PhD programs funded by the university. So I have to finish a bachelor's and probably a master's too if I want to get in for free.

No money? That same old story again, "I don't have the money." Look, you know how it works in the West: no money, no degree. Simple as that.
So, maybe be thankful you live in this backwater place—as bad as it might be—because at least it lets you go to school for free. If you were studying in the USA, you definitely wouldn't be doing it.
Nah, that's not how it works at all. You've got scholarships, you can work while you're in school, you can take out loans that you don't even have to start paying back until you graduate... and the top students get full rides...
Wow, that's low, even for you.

Are you actually playing dumb, or do you just not get it? In the US, education is free because it's funded by the taxes your parents pay. I couldn't care less about what happens in America.
Are you actually playing dumb, or do you just not get it? In the USA, you pay for your education—what part of that is confusing? You’re already dealing with the same taxes we have here, plus if you actually want a decent degree, you gotta shell out another $40,000 on top of it. Here, you just deal with the taxes. Seriously, what part of this isn't clicking?

Sure thing.☕

Nah, they’d be too busy trying to enjoy the perks of the promised land—the USA.🙄

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No, that's not how it works. You’ve got scholarships.
Who gets what?

Can you actually work while you're in college?

What kind of pay are we talking about here? Five bucks an hour? Seriously?

You can grab a loan and just sit on it without paying a dime until you finish school. And the top students? They get full rides through scholarships. Why wouldn't you?
Oh yeah, I forgot—you just walk into the bank for a loan and they hand it to you. Easy, right?😉

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Taliban threatening girls' access to education in World · May 17, 2008

nimbleranger19 said:Right.

There's always a spellchecker, isn't there?😍

Or do you honestly think academics know everything about everything? If I gave a damn about linguistics, I would've gone to a prep school for languages and studied philosophy.☕

Whatever you say, man.

Look, it's simple: a regional engineering college has fewer majors, way more students per professor, a smaller budget, and lacks the cutting-edge tech you find at most top-tier Western universities... all that stuff directly impacts the quality of education.

What kind of logic is that?🤣 👎

☕

And this too.

Grades matter. You can't just expect to walk into a university with terrible grades.

It depends.☕

Really?

Check this out:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanotec...education#Asia

Universities in the USA alone have over 70% more clean rooms and specialized equipment than all the other countries on this list combined.

It’s about quality, not quantity. This stuff is something new for Iran, unlike the USA where they've had this going on for maybe a century.

And yeah, those guys in the gangs can be literate. It's not like learning to read is rocket science.

So you exist on paper too, huh?

So, you think academics actually have all the answers? Please. If I really wanted to obsess over linguistics, I would’ve gone to some fancy prep school and majored in philosophy.☕
Absolutely not. I assume people actually know how to write, so it’s a shock when I see who’s actually enrolled in college. High schools really need to tighten up their grading standards.
You tell me.

Look, I’m telling you. You can't even tell the difference between Iraq and Iran, let alone wrap your head around anything else. Seriously, how are you even functioning?

Look, let's be real. Compared to most major universities out West, the engineering school over in a mid-sized US city like Des Moines is struggling. Fewer specializations, way too many students crammed under a single professor, a tighter budget... they aren't exactly rocking the latest high-tech gear either. You do the math. All that adds up, doesn't it? It hits the quality of education hard.
More students per professor? Seriously? Have you actually seen his annual enrollment numbers? And just because he offers fewer majors now, does that make him any less qualified? Not even close. He specialized. That’s how it works. "He doesn't have the latest equipment?" Which equipment exactly? Give me names. Oh, and you conveniently forgot to mention the partnership with GE. But I guess according to you, that's just not worth mentioning, right?
What kind of logic is that?🤣👎
Pure logic.

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Grades. You can't seriously expect to get into college with garbage grades. Seriously?
Hello? What kind of college admissions talk is that? I'm talking about degree recognition, not enrolling in school. I'm talking about graduate studies.

What do you mean, "how"? Seriously?☕
And what exactly is that supposed to mean to you?

Seriously?

Take this, for example:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanotec...education#Asia

US universities alone have over 70% more clean rooms and specialized gear than all the other countries on this list combined.

Care to elaborate on what "the poet" actually meant by that?

Quality matters more than quantity. In Iran, this stuff is still new, unlike in the USA where they've had it for about a century.

What exactly is "new" in Iran?

And yeah, those guys in the band can actually write. It’s not exactly rocket science to learn.

🤣🤣🤣

They are. Absolutely. Obviously. I mean, 99% of the USA is literate.🤣

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