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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 03:22 AM
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No Political,Sexual or Religious topics please.? I beg to ask the question. What else is left for mature adults to converse? Not that I am a mature adult. Just wondering.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 05:01 AM
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This isn't my site so I don't make the rules, but I will follow them. Just seems like we're all adults who should be able to discuss whatever we want. I don't think feelings will get any more hurt discussing politics than they will discussing Fram oil filters or gas vs. diesel.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 05:49 AM
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You can. Become a member for a mere $20 for one year or $60 for three years, get a bumper sticker and a T-shirt and join the club. This is where the adult conversations take place. Oh and by being a member, you don't get any ads at all.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by woodsmoke
No Political,Sexual or Religious topics please.? I beg to ask the question. What else is left for mature adults to converse? Not that I am a mature adult. Just wondering.
Well, just looking at the first page, I see topics about hunting, insane trail bike riding, Facebook, military life, creative writing, skunks, a picture contest, stolen music equipment, pre-proposal blessings, how to paint galvanized steel siding, a wrecked sports car, people who text, iphones, music videos, freezing bread, real estate attorney's and more. And that's just the first page What more do you want?
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 10:18 AM
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the weather lol
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 11:39 AM
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the weather lol
You asked for it....

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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by tseekins
for a mere $20 join the club. This is where the adult conversations take place.
So freedom of speech for those who can afford it?
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 04:11 PM
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So freedom of speech for those who can afford it?
It's not as free as you think. This site is owned by someone or a group of someones, so we have to play by their rules.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 06:41 PM
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Gun control, law enforcement, and cellphone using drivers usually solicit a lively conversation here.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Old93junk
Gun control, law enforcement, and cellphone using drivers usually solicit a lively conversation here.
Each of those topics can be labeled as political because they all involve laws, which are made by lawmakers, who are elected officials.

I just happen to think it's silly that only paying members are allowed to discuss those topics. But, as I stated earlier, it's not my site and I will play by the rules. I just won't pay to play.

BTW, can paying members have anything they want in their sig line?
 
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 09:43 PM
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Old Jul 24, 2010 | 10:18 PM
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FTE doesn't guarantee equal-outcome....only equal opportunity. Pay the $20, become a member, and you're my equal. Until then, you're my inferior......Now go make me a sandwich, stat!
 
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 12:17 AM
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I think that this site made a great compromise with the club. They wanted bucks, and people wanted a place to discuss more controverisal issues. If I can ever get over my innate frugality ( ok I'm cheap), I'll join in.

I would imagine that they still enforce the basic rules of politeness in the club. It's something that really makes this place enjoyable. In contrast, I've tried out a local sports forum. They have 4 or 5 main points, and anyone who disagrees is piled on profanely and mercilessly. It's just no fun.

As for what to discuss? Search through the older pages -- you'll be amazed at the interesting stuff that you'll find.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 01:49 AM
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OK. I get it. This is a privately owned site and the owner makes the rules. Pay the bucks and be part of the club. Thank you for this great site that I do not have to pay for. I might be slow, that is what my dear old Dad always told me, but I ain't dumb.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted by cmpd1781
FTE doesn't guarantee equal-outcome....only equal opportunity. Pay the $20, become a member, and you're my equal. Until then, you're my inferior......Now go make me a sandwich, stat!
You wouldn't like what I put between the bread, sir!
 
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