Fact or Fiction: Recent Comments

Comment on Deer Crossings and Driver Safety

Cam — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:35:56 GMT

"The report also suggests creating some form of sensor for roadways that is capable of detecting the presence of large animals or obstructions."

They already use such a thing in Colorado! I saw it on Hwy 160 from Durango to Pagosa Springs. They have sensors somewhere off in the woods, near the highway, and when a large animal triggers one of the sensors, the highway sign lights up and flashes, warning drivers that deer are near the highway. I thought what an awesome idea! I hope it really works!

Comment on Tax Collectors

Doug — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:22:59 GMT

What a crock. We lost revenue because auditors and collectors were SACKED? How about the fact that a liberal government is punishing capitalism and jobs are being lost, businesses are cutting back (or going out of business), workers are being let go, ergo profits are lower, ergo revenue is lower.

Comment on Taxation without Representation

JANE — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:08:25 GMT

u r GOING to respond with a sarcastic slur no matter what anyone writes... why not just state YOUR opinion??

Comment on Does warm water really freeze faster than cold water?

Cecil — Sun, 16 May 2010 18:13:01 GMT

I noticed that the response has been 100 percent in favor of this article. How many votes have been cast on this question? If I am the only person to respond to this question, then absolutley it's going to be 100 percent positive.

Comment on Taxation without Representation

Ken Pirok — Mon, 10 May 2010 01:17:43 GMT

Now this is more like what I was expecting from a tea partier. What you are saying is ludicrous for at least a couple of reasons...

First, you cannot expect elected officials to take polls and vote with the majority on every single issue. This would be impractical and would waste time and public resources. It would also lead to poor decisions, since people are not "sharp". Citizens are very largely uninformed about many, perhaps most issues. We elect our officials to perform research and consider various details, facets, and viewpoints, because we don't have the time or expertise do it ourselves.

This leads to the second reason why your reasoning is faulty. You can vote for or against the very elected officials who make choices on issues like healthcare and taxes. You DO have representation. In fact, you may also campaign for or against certain officials or issues. You may even choose to run for office yourself. These are your remedies in a democracy. They're pretty compelling. I suggest that you use them, but maybe you should read a civics book first.

Comment on Taxation without Representation

B Sharp — Sun, 09 May 2010 20:53:31 GMT

When members of congress stop listening to the voice of the people (such as the majority being against the health care bill) but passing it any way; since we will pay for the bill, it was taxation without representation.

Comment on Taxation without Representation

Ken Pirok — Fri, 07 May 2010 23:02:02 GMT

Actually, the sign I saw was in Chicago.

But, technically, it's true that DC residents don't have congressional representation regarding Federal taxes.

Comment on Taxation without Representation

Frank — Fri, 07 May 2010 01:40:55 GMT

The signs, which some of the Tea Partiers were carrying, that said "Taxation without Representation " was for those who reside in Washington D.C.. They are
Taxed without any Representatives.

Comment on One Decision Changed the Election

Ken Pirok — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:30:39 GMT

Here's the answer:

http://factorfictionblog.com/2009/11/20/does-warm-water-really-freeze-faster-than-cold-water.aspx

Comment on Red sky at night: sailor’s delight…Red sky in the morning: sailors take warning

Ray Lapino — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:00:19 GMT

This saying is actually in the bible-
Matthew 16: 2,3