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In reply to the discussion: What's to love about DU, and what's not to love ? [View all]HuckleB
(35,773 posts)38. Far too much vitriol aimed against science, and too much acceptance of pseudo-science.
Over time, I find the discussions less enjoyable, but some still surprise me with wonder.
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Is there really a list of "do not post" category? If yes, I need to find and read.
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#3
Given the current world news, this is a big fat elephant on several threads.
EmeraldCityGrl
Nov 2012
#42
There's only so much people can take, huh. Mods may have been a pain at times
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#6
Coulda fooled me. Someone better put out a memo and let everyone in on this news! nt
MADem
Nov 2012
#46
So true ! Wonder why that is. Most liberal and progressive people I know personally are very
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#11
haha - guess it's just like a real life fight with husband or wife ....each wants to
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#14
I do, and there have been many very bad times and situations. But now, the worst of them
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#32
DU is a community I can trust. I like that sources are posted with remarks...
Frustratedlady
Nov 2012
#9
so true. That's what makes it so valuable - the sourcing. People laughed when it was suggested
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#13
'with the occasional daffy uncle someone let out of the attic for a while' LOL!
Turborama
Nov 2012
#45
Yes!! This is where I get my news and important information. It's a very rich source. nt
patrice
Nov 2012
#39
you just gave me an idea....an "Asshole-y" Remark button. It's a lesser offense, before full
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#17
Not so much: packs that follow each other around, but I will refrain from giving certain examples.nt
patrice
Nov 2012
#26
Yes, and I have got to believe there are some people out there with some kind of software
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#33
Definitely! & More of the same dysfunctional knee jerk pattern that has enslaved millions.
patrice
Nov 2012
#37
Brilliant statement: "People need to know that nuance is nothing to be ashamed or afraid of" nt
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#40
Sometimes I think about how that statement translates into the costs of things.
patrice
Nov 2012
#43
Some of the people and Some of the people in answer to both questions.
Tierra_y_Libertad
Nov 2012
#34
Far too much vitriol aimed against science, and too much acceptance of pseudo-science.
HuckleB
Nov 2012
#38
could you expound? curious about how DUers have been against science?
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2012
#41