A tower-induced go-round

Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 03:05:04 GMT, wrote in
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I was only following orders was decided to be a non-defense for the
actions of those in command back in 1945.



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From: (Mike Godwin)
Date: 18 Aug 91 21:50:29 GMT
Local: Sun, Aug 18 1991 2:50 pm
Subject: Nazis (was Card's Article on Homosexuality

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(J Eric Townsend) writes:

Who was it that said: "Whenver somebody starts mentioning Nazis
on USENET, you know the discussion has gone on too long."? (Or
something to that effect.)


I said it.

Godwin's Rule of Nazi Analogies: As a Usenet discussion grows
longer, the probability of a comparison involving Nazis or Hitler
approaches one.

--Mike

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Yeah, I know.

I hesitated to use that line just because of Godwin's Rule, but it
seems so appropriate for the anal retentive types that insist that
all they have to follow is the CFAR's and their actions are justifiable
irregardless of the consequence of their acts because they are in
command.

I'm open to other analogies, how about:

Just because the law allows you a cell phone doesn't mean it is OK
to carry on a loud conversation in a restaurant/theater.

--
Jim Pennino

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:05:02 GMT, wrote in
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irregardless

Merriam-Webster:

Main Entry:irregardless
Pronunciation:*ir-i-*g*rd-l*s
Function:adverb
Etymologyrobably blend of irrespective and regardless
Date:circa 1912

nonstandard : REGARDLESS
usage Irregardless originated in dialectal American speech in the
early 20th century. Its fairly widespread use in speech called it
to the attention of usage commentators as early as 1927. The most
frequently repeated remark about it is that *there is no such
word.* There is such a word, however. It is still used primarily
in speech, although it can be found from time to time in edited
prose. Its reputation has not risen over the years, and it is
still a long way from general acceptance. Use regardless instead.

Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:05:02 GMT, wrote in
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irregardless

Merriam-Webster:

Main Entry:irregardless
Pronunciation:*ir-i-*g*rd-l*s
Function:adverb
Etymologyrobably blend of irrespective and regardless
Date:circa 1912

nonstandard : REGARDLESS
usage Irregardless originated in dialectal American speech in the
early 20th century. Its fairly widespread use in speech called it
to the attention of usage commentators as early as 1927. The most
frequently repeated remark about it is that *there is no such
word.* There is such a word, however. It is still used primarily
in speech, although it can be found from time to time in edited
prose. Its reputation has not risen over the years, and it is
still a long way from general acceptance. Use regardless instead.

Language changes; adapt or die.

Have you had a gay time lately?

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Jim Pennino

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:05:02 GMT, wrote in
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Language changes; adapt or die.

I was only trying to be helpful. I'd want someone to call my
attention to my errors, so that I didn't continue to make them. Poor
English diction reflects poorly on the author's education standards.

Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:05:02 GMT, wrote in
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Language changes; adapt or die.

I was only trying to be helpful. I'd want someone to call my
attention to my errors, so that I didn't continue to make them. Poor
English diction reflects poorly on the author's education standards.

The language style I use on USENET is the same as I use with the next door
neighbor while drinking beer.

However, if you are willing to pay the $100/hour I get for writting
professional documents, I will be more than happy to proof read, spell
check, format, and grammar check my USENET postings.

--
Jim Pennino

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 23:35:02 GMT, wrote in
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Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:05:02 GMT, wrote in
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Language changes; adapt or die.

I was only trying to be helpful. I'd want someone to call my
attention to my errors, so that I didn't continue to make them. Poor
English diction reflects poorly on the author's education standards.

The language style I use on USENET is the same as I use with the next door
neighbor while drinking beer.

However, if you are willing to pay the $100/hour I get for writting
professional documents, I will be more than happy to proof read, spell
check, format, and grammar check my USENET postings.


It's a pity good grammar doesn't come naturally for you. Oh well....

Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 23:35:02 GMT, wrote in
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Larry Dighera wrote:
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:05:02 GMT, wrote in
:

Language changes; adapt or die.

I was only trying to be helpful. I'd want someone to call my
attention to my errors, so that I didn't continue to make them. Poor
English diction reflects poorly on the author's education standards.

The language style I use on USENET is the same as I use with the next door
neighbor while drinking beer.

However, if you are willing to pay the $100/hour I get for writting
professional documents, I will be more than happy to proof read, spell
check, format, and grammar check my USENET postings.


It's a pity good grammar doesn't come naturally for you. Oh well....

In my life I have been, among other things, an Army Sargent and a
senior manager at a multi-billion dollar company.

My language, vocabulary, grammar, and delivery style in those two
positions have nothing in common.

I use whatever I feel appropriate for the audience.

If you are looking for the great American novel from me, you have to
pay for it.

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Jim Pennino

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However, if you are willing to pay the $100/hour I get for writting
professional documents,
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Jim Pennino

Not sure how professional the documents are that you are 'writting'!

Crash Lander wrote:
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However, if you are willing to pay the $100/hour I get for writting
professional documents,
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Jim Pennino

Not sure how professional the documents are that you are 'writting'!

Like I said, I don't proof read, spell check, or do anything other
than pound keys for USENET postings. I could care less if there are
typos.

What part of that needs explaining?

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