Date: 9/19/2008 11:10:43 PM
Author: LAJennifer
Date: 9/18/2008 6:52:50 PM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/18/2008 5:32:03 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
At least we had George''s GPA. But ohhhh he went to Yale, so he was qualified, right?Yes, let''s put it alllll on what school you got into and how you did. That sounds like a wonderful idea to me. Looks like I am heading for the top!!
He was a Legacy kid and daddy was rich (dare I mention race). I think it''s harder to get into Yale without those two things. You may actually need, *gasp* smarts.
I''m close with a Yale alumni group - most are bright, but there are definately quite a few idiots. I know some pretty dumb Cornell grads too.
LOL - no that''s not what I meant (though I know a few of those types too). Let''s see, how could I accurately describe them - have you ever been around someone where all you can think is, "I can''t believe you are able to dress yourself in the morning and drive in traffic" - that''s an idiot.Date: 9/20/2008 10:33:58 AM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/19/2008 11:10:43 PM
Author: LAJennifer
Date: 9/18/2008 6:52:50 PM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/18/2008 5:32:03 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
At least we had George''s GPA. But ohhhh he went to Yale, so he was qualified, right?Yes, let''s put it alllll on what school you got into and how you did. That sounds like a wonderful idea to me. Looks like I am heading for the top!!
He was a Legacy kid and daddy was rich (dare I mention race). I think it''s harder to get into Yale without those two things. You may actually need, *gasp* smarts.
I''m close with a Yale alumni group - most are bright, but there are definately quite a few idiots. I know some pretty dumb Cornell grads too.
What do you mean by idiot? I worked with a lot of PhDs and we noticed something about all of them...common sense sort leaked out of their left ears. We started saying people had a case of the PhDeez. But we blamed it on the fact that their knowledge became so narrowed and focused that it was hard for them to think/see outside of it. I also know quite a few high powered, ivy league educated attorneys. They are amazing at their jobs, but some of them are a little off. For instance one reminds me of the absent minded professor when it comes to day to day stuff. However, I would ever call any of these people idiots (except those days they piss me off lol).
LAJen, I work with a guy like this . . . and I don''t think "idiot" is a strong enough word in his case!Date: 9/20/2008 1:31:30 PM
Author: LAJennifer
LOL - no that''s not what I meant (though I know a few of those types too). Let''s see, how could I accurately describe them - have you ever been around someone where all you can think is, ''I can''t believe you are able to dress yourself in the morning and drive in traffic'' - that''s an idiot.Date: 9/20/2008 10:33:58 AM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/19/2008 11:10:43 PM
Author: LAJennifer
Date: 9/18/2008 6:52:50 PM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/18/2008 5:32:03 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
At least we had George''s GPA. But ohhhh he went to Yale, so he was qualified, right?Yes, let''s put it alllll on what school you got into and how you did. That sounds like a wonderful idea to me. Looks like I am heading for the top!!
He was a Legacy kid and daddy was rich (dare I mention race). I think it''s harder to get into Yale without those two things. You may actually need, *gasp* smarts.
I''m close with a Yale alumni group - most are bright, but there are definately quite a few idiots. I know some pretty dumb Cornell grads too.
What do you mean by idiot? I worked with a lot of PhDs and we noticed something about all of them...common sense sort leaked out of their left ears. We started saying people had a case of the PhDeez. But we blamed it on the fact that their knowledge became so narrowed and focused that it was hard for them to think/see outside of it. I also know quite a few high powered, ivy league educated attorneys. They are amazing at their jobs, but some of them are a little off. For instance one reminds me of the absent minded professor when it comes to day to day stuff. However, I would ever call any of these people idiots (except those days they piss me off lol).
That doesn't necessarily mean she isn't smart (ETA: I know you didn't either!
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn't necessarily mean she isn't smart (ETA: I know you didn't either!)...many very bright people leave 'traditional' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn't necessarily mean she isn't smart (ETA: I know you didn't either!)...many very bright people leave 'traditional' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn't because of money or even boredom? I don't think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her 'not the brightest crayon in the box.' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That's all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
Yeah, all speculation...we''ve had just as many presidents ASSASSINATED in office than those whom have DIED pf natural causes/illnesses while in office and the most recent one was assassinated.Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.
Date: 9/21/2008 8:20:50 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
Yeah, all speculation...we''ve had just as many presidents ASSASSINATED in office than those whom have DIED pf natural causes/illnesses while in office and the most recent one was assassinated.Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.Considering the people they''ve already thwarted from attacking Obama I wouldn''t be so sure that Palin''s the only VP with a chance at being President.
Your opinion; I was just commenting on the extreme unlikelihood of that happening. Some people act like McCain's walking around with a dialysis machine and has leukemia.Date: 9/21/2008 9:14:56 PM
Author: thing2of2
Date: 9/21/2008 8:20:50 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
Yeah, all speculation...we've had just as many presidents ASSASSINATED in office than those whom have DIED pf natural causes/illnesses while in office and the most recent one was assassinated.Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
You say he's had cancer like he's had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can't say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more 'cavalier' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven't noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it's reaching to say 'likely' to become Pres.Considering the people they've already thwarted from attacking Obama I wouldn't be so sure that Palin's the only VP with a chance at being President.
Yes, but Palin's the only grossly inexperienced evangelical christian VP candidate, so she's the only one I'm worried about!
Just jumping in here---McCain''s skin cancer was diagnosed in 2000 as malignant melanoma, one of the most metastatic cancers around. It can "resurface" in any number of vital organs and is deadly. McCain hasn''t released all of his medical records fully, so it''s impossible to say...but the initial diagnosis IS more serious than skin lesions.Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.
Date: 9/22/2008 1:52:42 AM
Author: AGSHF
Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.
Just jumping in here---McCain''s skin cancer was diagnosed in 2000 as malignant melanoma, one of the most metastatic cancers around. It can ''resurface'' in any number of vital organs and is deadly. McCain hasn''t released all of his medical records fully, so it''s impossible to say...but the initial diagnosis IS more serious than skin lesions.
I don''t believe that''s what the person said at all.Date: 9/22/2008 9:18:47 AM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/22/2008 1:52:42 AM
Author: AGSHF
Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.
Just jumping in here---McCain''s skin cancer was diagnosed in 2000 as malignant melanoma, one of the most metastatic cancers around. It can ''resurface'' in any number of vital organs and is deadly. McCain hasn''t released all of his medical records fully, so it''s impossible to say...but the initial diagnosis IS more serious than skin lesions.
So now because he might have skin cancer resurface and his VP happens to be a Christian he''s not qualified to be President? Do you see how silly that looks when combined and typed out? Like I said..Obama may be young that doesn''t mean he''s invincible, and I don''t exactly feel comfortable with Biden either. So I guess I understand how you feel then.
Date: 9/22/2008 9:18:47 AM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/22/2008 1:52:42 AM
Author: AGSHF
Date: 9/21/2008 5:46:02 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 4:08:15 PM
Author: goobear78
Date: 9/21/2008 2:04:54 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/21/2008 1:22:43 PM
Author: IndyGirl22
That doesn''t necessarily mean she isn''t smart (ETA: I know you didn''t either!)...many very bright people leave ''traditional'' colleges to attend community schools whether or not they failed - smaller class sizes, student to teacher ratio, less expensive, etc. A lot of people have looked down upon her college eduation, but several of my smartest friends never even went to college & are very successful. There is no way that the President/VP will be at least as smart or smarter than everyone in America; I just want them to have some common sense & do what they think (based on reliable date) is best for our country.
Where did you read that she transferred because she flunked out? Are you sure it wasn''t because of money or even boredom? I don''t think not having enough money or even if she did flunk out one semester, makes her ''not the brightest crayon in the box.'' I know a ton of smart people that flunked at least one semester in college because of bad choices. I also know a few people who have transferred around like crazy because they were bored. Whatever. *shrug*
ETA: Not to mention..she did graduate. That''s all that matters to me, if it really matters that much at all.
It matters if she/he is going to be the Vice President of the United States! Especially if the President is 72 and has had cancer 4 times! At least that would matter to me.
You say he''s had cancer like he''s had some kind of bad cancer he had to go and get chemo for. The man had skin cancers removed. Are you telling me all of my family members that have had cancers removed are going to die now, too? Get over it people.
ETA: You can''t say lack there-of since she has education. And I guess I am more ''cavalier'' than you, then. Moreover, in case you haven''t noticed Obama is not invincible. I also think it''s reaching to say ''likely'' to become Pres.
Just jumping in here---McCain''s skin cancer was diagnosed in 2000 as malignant melanoma, one of the most metastatic cancers around. It can ''resurface'' in any number of vital organs and is deadly. McCain hasn''t released all of his medical records fully, so it''s impossible to say...but the initial diagnosis IS more serious than skin lesions.
So now because he might have skin cancer resurface and his VP happens to be a Christian he''s not qualified to be President? Do you see how silly that looks when combined and typed out? Like I said..Obama may be young that doesn''t mean he''s invincible, and I don''t exactly feel comfortable with Biden either. So I guess I understand how you feel then.
Date: 9/23/2008 12:59:43 PM
Author: MoonWater
Date: 9/23/2008 1:02:29 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/23/2008 12:59:43 PM
Author: MoonWater
Not trying to be mean, just saying the people have condemned the man to imminent death for having cancer. It''s a serious disease, but I really hope cancer survivors do not look at themselves that way.
Date: 9/23/2008 1:32:51 PM
Author: thumbelina
Date: 9/23/2008 1:02:29 PM
Author: SarahLovesJS
Date: 9/23/2008 12:59:43 PM
Author: MoonWater
Not trying to be mean, just saying the people have condemned the man to imminent death for having cancer. It''s a serious disease, but I really hope cancer survivors do not look at themselves that way.
I''m concerned McCain might die in office because of his age, the cancer aspect adds another level of probability.
It is my opinion that if someone has a number of surgeries for skin cancer, and moreover is reminded of it every time he/she looks in a mirror, it is quite likely that they consider their mortality every day. And you may not intend to be mean when you put that little disapproving tsk-tsk face after your comment, but unfortunately it sounds that way.
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