Besides That They Forgot 'Spoiler Alert' For The Rest Of The Country... Seems Like There's 4 To 5...

[WillyT]

Posters Talking To Themselves

DULink: http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=5015763

[quinnox]

1. lol, not surprised.

That thread reminds me of BOG threads posted in G-D where its all about the adorable pictures of Obama. Nope, no agenda there. (sarcasm)

I trashed that thread on the title alone when I saw it.

Regarding the Snowden interview, I'm very much looking forward to watching it on youtube eventually, when its posted. That and the recent Frontline USA secrets program. I will make it a double header!

[neverforget]

2. It's an echo chamber

who high five one another with each new slam against those they despise.

[Shandris]

3. *blink* I...I confess. I am -totally- lost on both this thread...

...and the one you're referring to. I...I think I'll just wander along now and pretend to be marginally sane.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

26. I'm confused too. And those who are humored by it won't explain. nt

[LeftyMom]

4. But it's the OFFICIAL echo chamber!

All other threads are knock-offs! Accept no substitutes!

Orwell was a keen observer of human behavior. Just sayin'.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

27. What are you talking about, please? nt

[Jackpine Radical]

5. You DID have to fuckin' drag me into that thread, di'nt ya?

I had enough sense to stay out of it when I could see the title, but I had to go click on that link you posted, and…instant aaaargh!

You're just plain mean, Willy.

[WillyT]

6. Sorry JR...

[WillyT]

8. Sorry... Been Here So Long I Find Myself Observing Shit I Don't Really Want To...

[ChisolmTrailDem]

14. So, what crime did I commit by being in that thread? Yesterday was the absolute first time

I have dipped into the Snowden debate.

Am I unwittingly part of some shunned 4-5 group of insurgents in GD now?

[ChisolmTrailDem]

28. What is this all about? nt

[Jackpine Radical]

49. Nothing personal.

I'm just fed up with threads of all kinds about the whole Snowden/GG character debate. (No "GG" is not intended as some crypto-homophobic reference. I't the guy's initials, dammit.)

And if it's any comfort, I don't use any of DU's exclusionary features for either individuals or threads.

[grasswire]

7. hasn't aired here yet

I'm passing time by watching the best of the Tonight Show from the 60s and 70s on youtube. Lotsa laughs and infinitely better than looking at that thread.

[WillyT]

9. Oh Crap... Was CNN's/Tom Hanks 'The 60's' On Tonight ???

[Bobbie Jo]

10. Is this

the **official PA petty gossip thread?**

[sabrina 1]

11. Well, we watched the interview, no problem finding the remote here. I was pleasantly surprised

by Brian Williams who I expected less of to be honest. A few editorial comments from him, but mostly I got the impression he wanted to conduct a fair interview.

Snowden did extremely well, imo. We did have a few odd interruptions here with ads popping up in strange places, but we saw enough to confirm that this is a patriot who loves his country and took any oath he took seriously. Only those with an agenda could doubt that he did the right thing.

His challenge, AND Williams' to the government, to produce evidence of harm done AND from Williams, to produce the paper trail Snowden states exists, of his attempts to get attention for the wrong doing he observed, BEFORE deciding on leaking information, SHOULD result in a response, but will it? We shall see.

As for the desperation of the supporters of the Security State, that is expected I suppose.

[WillyT]

12. Agreed...

And...

Isn't it curious that the Head Anchor, on arguably the top Network News Broadcast...

Flew hisself all the way to Russia, to interview Snowden, to put in an exclusive Prime-Time slot...

For somebody who just exposed what everybody already knew.

[sabrina 1]

51. Lol, 'old news'! Yes, that is odd to go to all that trouble for 'old news'! I get the feeling that

when Williams said that what Snowden explained to him regarding what they were able to do even with his phone, 'was chilling', he meant it.

Maybe even the old Corporate Media are beginning to see how dangerous this all is and that it doesn't matter if they have been 'good soldiers' for the Corporate State, it won't exempt them from the massive attacks on their own 4th Amendment rights. Sometimes people have to be personally affected before they see the threat.

[Katashi_itto]

13. I'm surprised nosense wasn't there.

But its to small a target for spreading disinformation

[aikoaiko]

19. And the jury results are in....

On Thu May 29, 2014, 07:40 AM an alert was sent on the following post:

I'm surprised nosense wasn't there.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=5018213

REASON FOR ALERT

This post is disruptive, hurtful, rude, insensitive, over-the-top, or otherwise inappropriate.

ALERTER'S COMMENTS

Rude, juvenile call out. Poster thinks he's being clever with the "nosense" nonsense, so tired of the petty ankle-biting.

You served on a randomly-selected Jury of DU members which reviewed this post. The review was completed at Thu May 29, 2014, 07:50 AM, and the Jury voted 2-5 to LEAVE IT.

Juror #1 voted to LEAVE IT ALONE
Explanation: what a waste of an alert.
Juror #2 voted to LEAVE IT ALONE
Explanation: No explanation given
Juror #3 voted to HIDE IT
Explanation: Disruptive and unprovoked personal attack. Posts insulting other DUers or subsets of DUers may feel 'clever' and 'fun' to the poster, but they add nothing of value to the site, and do nothing to advance a productive discussion or foster a positive tone.
Juror #4 voted to LEAVE IT ALONE
Explanation: No explanation given
Juror #5 voted to LEAVE IT ALONE
Explanation: No explanation given
Juror #6 voted to LEAVE IT ALONE
Explanation: No explanation given
Juror #7 voted to HIDE IT
Explanation: KI needs a time out.

Thank you very much for participating in our Jury system, and we hope you will be able to participate again in the future.

[Katashi_itto]

20. Cool

[Capt. Obvious]

21. Finally

sanity sits on a jury

[ChisolmTrailDem]

15. Since I did watch and did participate in the discussion in the referenced thread,

am I one of the 4-5 posters talking to myself?

I stepped into the Snowden debate for the very first time yesterday leading up to and including the interview, in order to bring myself up to date on the issue, which I had heretofore had little interest due to the contentious debate surrounding Snowden.

So, please tell me, what is this thread about?

Is it about meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee....? (Since I discussed it in the referenced thread?)

[msanthrope]

22. If you are not 100% Snowden....you are "other." One cannot have a

the more nuanced position that Snowden is full of shit, AND the NSA must be tightly controlled.

So thank you for participating in my thread in a thoughtful, thought-provoking manner.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

25. You're welcome, msanthrope. Thank you for doing it =) As far as

my stance on the Snowden affair, I think he is full of shit, if I'm to go strictly from last night's interview. And I think the NSA shouldn't be breaking the law and spying on American citizens. And I really don't give a shit who doesn't like it.

Also, I find it curious that you're the only person who has responded to my post.

[msanthrope]

50. There's another level of nuance for me.....given that ES is FOS, and GG is a craven

asshole......which I've written about before...

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1002101211

I consider the source of the allegations. That doesn't mean I think the NSA is peachy...it means I take a hard look at who is making the allegations.

The behavior towards you on this thread is, unfortunately, typical.

[sufrommich]

16. So? nt

[WilliamPitt]

17. *spew*

You owe me a (nother) keyboard.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

29. What's so funny about the OP? I'm lost. I was in that thread so I'd like to know. nt

[Capt. Obvious]

18. Glad I'm not the only one who noticed that

DU Rec

[ChisolmTrailDem]

31. Noticed what? nt

[msanthrope]

23. You needed a "Spolier Alert?" I thought it wasn't about Snowden!!! nt

[Autumn]

24. That was comedy gold yesterday

[ChisolmTrailDem]

32. What was comedy gold yesterday? nt

[Autumn]

35. The "official" thread, before anyone else showed up

[ChisolmTrailDem]

36. Please explain. Not everyone automatically knows to what you're referring. And, please

explain why it is funny.

Thank you.

[Autumn]

38. I'm guessing you just don't get it if it has to be explained.

You probably had to be there.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

39. Well, I wasn't there. And, no I don't get it. So, yes, please explain it. Thank you. nt

[Autumn]

42. I'm sorry, something funny just can't be explained. What was hilarious to me

isn't funny to you. It's kind of like you think a comedian is funny or you don't. If their joke has to be explained the joke is not funny.

[corkhead]

30. I guess that's an easy way to get your post count up

[whatchamacallit]

33. Those folks write zillions of posts directly about Snowden

to tell you it's all about Snowden... for you. Batshit Obsession.

[Capt. Obvious]

34. MEEEEEEEE

+1

DU Rec

[ChisolmTrailDem]

37. Please explain. Thank you. nt

[Capt. Obvious]

40. I hope this works

This boneless pork loin is easy to prepare and cook in the slow cooker. It's flavored with pineapple and sweet and sour sauce ingredients and spices.
Cook Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours

Yield: Serves 6 to 8

Ingredients:

1 boneless pork loin roast, about 2 to 3 lbs.
1/2 cup flour seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons margarine
2 medium onions, halved and sliced
1 can crushed pineapple (20 oz), undrained
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1 cup chopped green and/or red bell peppers
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp garlic powder

[ChisolmTrailDem]

41. Please explain what it is that is being highlighted in this thread. I have no use for your recipe.

[Capt. Obvious]

43. Not a pineapple fan, eh?

Pulled Pork in a Crock Pot
SERVES: 6 - 8

INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt (if desired, you can cut back on the salt by only using 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (if desired, you can cut back on the pepper by only using ½ teaspoon of cayenne)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ cup honey
¼ cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, peeled and cut in half
3 to 3 ½ pounds pork shoulder, cut in half

INSTRUCTIONS
In a medium size mixing bowl, mix together the first six ingredients (all of the spices) with a fork.

Pour in the honey, vinegar, and olive oil and stir to form a paste.

Place the onion in the bottom of the slow cooker. Top it with the 2 pieces of pork and then pour the honey paste over all sides of the pork pieces. It’s okay if some of it (or a lot of it) just drips down to the bottom.

Turn the slow cooker on to low and cook for 7 to 8 hours or until the meat is tender enough to be easily shredded with a fork.

Serve warm with fixings like homemade cole slaw and cornbread. My husband also likes his dipped in a little hot sauce. Refrigerate or freeze the leftovers.

NOTES
We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.

[Autumn]

45. Now I'm screwn. I want to try that one. I bet pork loin will

work just as well as pork shoulder. I'm shocked that you are posting recipes that I have all the ingredients for. Do you by chance work for the NSA? The reason I ask is I have a grocery list app on my phone and it's like you know what I have on hand, if you do I did accidentally delete a video on my phone I wanted to keep.



just kidding about the last part, the pork and grocery list is true.

[Capt. Obvious]

48. I love pork loin in the slow cooker

You can really throw in anything with it and it comes out amazing.

[Autumn]

44. I have a pork loin in the freezer, I'm going to put that on tomorrow morning

it sounds delightful.

[KansDem]

46. What's the temp?

8 hours at what temperature?

[Capt. Obvious]

47. Low on slow cooker

[JI7]

52. oh, i thought it was going to be about some right wing Cartoon