@Sharuniboy Incredibly interesting. I learned a lot from you in yesterday’s comments. Thank you.At age 83, it would probably be wise to show you more respect (I am merely 54 – you’re old enough to be my father! Scary thought, eh? :-) So, I apologize for some of the ways I’ve challenged you or toyed with you. I have a playful streak a mile wide, and sometimes it’s mean. Even though I didn’t know your status and many of your comments seem angry and superior, It was wrong of me to do that. I’m sorry.As for religion, you probably know (as I’ve made no attempt to conceal it) that I am one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. We are very scientific in our approach to things, but still seek the scriptures for the final word on matters of faith. I have found that many of the Councils you hold sacred were at odds with the Bible, so I don’t accept their tenets. In this sense, I doubt that we will ever find consensus. But it does not mean we can’t have useful and instructive dialogue.I promise to treat you with more dignity and respect. Thank you for your kind attention…you were not obligated to explain anything, and it is most appreciated.
The few survivors who used to be living high on food stamps and learned how to live under bridges?In the service, R&R used to have a pleasant ring to it.This R&R fills me with dread.
…….becoming restless….for want of fresh meat to carve. They have been outsmarted by those who used to live under bridges, now in hiding under subway station platforms throughout the city.
Not quite right. It’s not of any use, but they do produce prodigious amounts of methane greenhouse gases in the form of bovine flatulence emanating from their mouths.
fritzg: “Abolish trading in futures.” Peoples Party Omaha platform of 1892. In fact, you can take the whole of populism (Cleburne Demands, 1888; Ocala Demands, 1890; and Omaha Platfrorm, 1892), update it a bit (direct election of senators to direct election of president; votes for women to equal rights for women; etc.) and there would still be complaints it is too futuristic to be practical. Indeed, the teabags are currently calling for denying people voting for senators and outlawing any rights for women.
Sorry for not responding to your great post of the other day regarding the lone Socialist in the Senate.He is a terrific guy and continue to give monthly donations to his campaign. The most sincere, honest, compassionate politician in the U.S. Love seeing him as a contributor on talk shows.Have not checked up on Cleburne Ocala and Omaha, but hope to soon. Many thanks.
Stripseeker: Since I am in Texas, I haven’t had a senator since Lloyd Benson, nor one I could support since Ralph Yarborough. So I have to chose some other states’ senator for the purpose, and Sanders is my current one. Your evaluation is absolutely correct.
There are worse investment hedges than a good rifle, a good shotgun, and a few cases of ammunition. Eventually you’ll have to load your own though so make sure not to buy anything gas operated (semi-automatic) because soon you’ll be down to making your own powder, primers, and shot.
“Interestingly enough, today Jehova’s Witnesses teach Arianism, as may be found in several of their throw-away publications, where they DO NOT accept Jesus Christ as “The only begotten Son of God”; attempting to liken him to a “kind of God”, of some sort. Christians rejected Arianism many centuries ago. And, of course, today it remains a curiosity; but NOT a part of Christian Theology.”Just a clarification on this point. John 3:16 – 18 states: “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, in order that everyone exercising faith in him might not be destroyed but have everlasting life. For God sent forth his Son into the world, not for him to judge the world, but for the world to be saved through him. He that exercises faith in him is not to be judged. He that does not exercise faith has been judged already, because he has not exercised faith in the name of the only-begotten Son of God. "That is EXACTLY what Jehovah’s Witnesses believe. We reject the Trinity for not being a Bible teaching, holding that Jesus is not equal to his Father, the only true God, but definitely IS the only begotten Son of God, our Savior, and the King of God’s Kingdom (the main focus of his ministry). Do you realize that when Jesus quoted scripture, he was quoting the Septuagint, in use at the time? Paul also quoted extensively from it in his writings.Found the rest of your comment interesting. Oddly enough, it didn’t show up yesterday. I thought you had declined to react. Didn’t see it until the next day. Must’ve been because of the mix-up with your user name.Thank you again, and will see you around the comics!
The#1BoiseStateFan about 12 years ago
Cavemen looking idiots in the 21st Century? get out of here
Peabody-Martini about 12 years ago
Hunter gatherers had a shorter work week than modern man.
Superfrog about 12 years ago
Ok, hunt, gather, sell short and try not to get burnt.
Dtroutma about 12 years ago
If only they had to go back to barter.
Linux0s about 12 years ago
…for the lesser 99% of course.
Proginoskes about 12 years ago
“Say, are any of you interested in trading some of your dead animals for mutual funds? It’s the smart choice for today’s investor!”
neeeurothrush about 12 years ago
@Peabody-Martinibankers’ hours?
thirdguy about 12 years ago
I thought it was a new Capital One commercial.
artybee about 12 years ago
Third year of Romney/Ryan Administration. Guess who these guys are hunting.
hsawlrae about 12 years ago
Ah, but they are also the ones able to afford goods and services to help keep most of us employed.
Varnes about 12 years ago
Looks like it’s casual Friday…..
artybee about 12 years ago
I barely can afford good and services right now.
Varnes about 12 years ago
Looks like they’re firing somebody across the street!
Varnes about 12 years ago
Wait, I think that’s my old flame…..she smells good…..
jreckard about 12 years ago
Yabut, are they trying for bearskin or bull horns?
chazandru about 12 years ago
When there’s no money for goods and services people will resort to theft and worse for survival.
uncorked about 12 years ago
The guy peeking around the corner may be hunting them…
Vonne Anton about 12 years ago
Now all we need are pitchforks and the setting is right for mob action!
Vonne Anton about 12 years ago
@Sharuniboy Incredibly interesting. I learned a lot from you in yesterday’s comments. Thank you.At age 83, it would probably be wise to show you more respect (I am merely 54 – you’re old enough to be my father! Scary thought, eh? :-) So, I apologize for some of the ways I’ve challenged you or toyed with you. I have a playful streak a mile wide, and sometimes it’s mean. Even though I didn’t know your status and many of your comments seem angry and superior, It was wrong of me to do that. I’m sorry.As for religion, you probably know (as I’ve made no attempt to conceal it) that I am one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. We are very scientific in our approach to things, but still seek the scriptures for the final word on matters of faith. I have found that many of the Councils you hold sacred were at odds with the Bible, so I don’t accept their tenets. In this sense, I doubt that we will ever find consensus. But it does not mean we can’t have useful and instructive dialogue.I promise to treat you with more dignity and respect. Thank you for your kind attention…you were not obligated to explain anything, and it is most appreciated.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@artybee (1st post)
The few survivors who used to be living high on food stamps and learned how to live under bridges?In the service, R&R used to have a pleasant ring to it.This R&R fills me with dread.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@hsawlrae.
….keep us employed…In McJobs that don’t pay a living wage? Whose payroll are you on?
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@INGSOC
…….becoming restless….for want of fresh meat to carve. They have been outsmarted by those who used to live under bridges, now in hiding under subway station platforms throughout the city.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Wiley
You’re usually a stickler for detail in your strips. Where’s the “Wall Street” street sign?
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Richard S. Russell
Terrific post. They’re staying awake nights hatching new schemes to “make life better for all Americans”.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Night-Gaunt49
Not quite right. It’s not of any use, but they do produce prodigious amounts of methane greenhouse gases in the form of bovine flatulence emanating from their mouths.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Night-Gaunt49
Said foul gases would have kept environmentalists in a job……if there were any left. They’ve already been carved up and eaten.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Night-Gaunt49
Forgot to mention other unmentionable orifices.
battle of plattsburgh about 12 years ago
Bull Market. Bear Market. Now, Mastodon Market.
dabugger about 12 years ago
Ah yes, back to the early 20th century…..
tazz555 about 12 years ago
They must be hunting for people without a capital one card
DavidGBA about 12 years ago
Basics would include cannibalism?
AKHenderson Premium Member about 12 years ago
Hey, a solution to the invasive species problem. They can hunt those Burmese pythons overrunning the Everglades.
hippogriff about 12 years ago
fritzg: “Abolish trading in futures.” Peoples Party Omaha platform of 1892. In fact, you can take the whole of populism (Cleburne Demands, 1888; Ocala Demands, 1890; and Omaha Platfrorm, 1892), update it a bit (direct election of senators to direct election of president; votes for women to equal rights for women; etc.) and there would still be complaints it is too futuristic to be practical. Indeed, the teabags are currently calling for denying people voting for senators and outlawing any rights for women.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@hippogriff
Sorry for not responding to your great post of the other day regarding the lone Socialist in the Senate.He is a terrific guy and continue to give monthly donations to his campaign. The most sincere, honest, compassionate politician in the U.S. Love seeing him as a contributor on talk shows.Have not checked up on Cleburne Ocala and Omaha, but hope to soon. Many thanks.
stripseeker about 12 years ago
@Wiley
Sorry for my criticism for the non-inclusion of the “Wall Street” street sign. You knew we’d know didn’t you?You’re terrific.
Rymlianin about 12 years ago
Oh, wait. Is that Jamie Dimon in the lead?
Varnes about 12 years ago
battle, mastodon market. I like that so much Ima steal it….
hippogriff about 12 years ago
Stripseeker: Since I am in Texas, I haven’t had a senator since Lloyd Benson, nor one I could support since Ralph Yarborough. So I have to chose some other states’ senator for the purpose, and Sanders is my current one. Your evaluation is absolutely correct.
caligula about 12 years ago
There are worse investment hedges than a good rifle, a good shotgun, and a few cases of ammunition. Eventually you’ll have to load your own though so make sure not to buy anything gas operated (semi-automatic) because soon you’ll be down to making your own powder, primers, and shot.
Vonne Anton about 12 years ago
“Interestingly enough, today Jehova’s Witnesses teach Arianism, as may be found in several of their throw-away publications, where they DO NOT accept Jesus Christ as “The only begotten Son of God”; attempting to liken him to a “kind of God”, of some sort. Christians rejected Arianism many centuries ago. And, of course, today it remains a curiosity; but NOT a part of Christian Theology.”Just a clarification on this point. John 3:16 – 18 states: “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, in order that everyone exercising faith in him might not be destroyed but have everlasting life. For God sent forth his Son into the world, not for him to judge the world, but for the world to be saved through him. He that exercises faith in him is not to be judged. He that does not exercise faith has been judged already, because he has not exercised faith in the name of the only-begotten Son of God. "That is EXACTLY what Jehovah’s Witnesses believe. We reject the Trinity for not being a Bible teaching, holding that Jesus is not equal to his Father, the only true God, but definitely IS the only begotten Son of God, our Savior, and the King of God’s Kingdom (the main focus of his ministry). Do you realize that when Jesus quoted scripture, he was quoting the Septuagint, in use at the time? Paul also quoted extensively from it in his writings.Found the rest of your comment interesting. Oddly enough, it didn’t show up yesterday. I thought you had declined to react. Didn’t see it until the next day. Must’ve been because of the mix-up with your user name.Thank you again, and will see you around the comics!