Who are you voting for? Bergie votes for not discussing politics.

[Bergie]

Sorry, I tend to keep this forum free of political discussions because I feel they'll only lead to arguments among friends. Little can be gained from such discussions.

I hope you understand.

Erik

[Anonymous]

I didn't see any arguments on the thread. In fact there are more name calling and rude behavior on the MTH thread or Made in China thread.

[Junctionfan]

No problem

[Anonymous]

I am voting for . . . Ed B. [:D]


Just watch for the railroad improvements when HE gets in the HOUSE. [;)]

And Amtrak, well there will be no finer passenger service in the world. [;)]

<And hopefully our 'blue box' and other items will be stamped, "Made In American.">

[vsmith]

I'm voting for Elvis.....

I posted a serious opinion over on the "Inappropriate Topic" posting and it bears repeating here as I am someone who has gotten in trouble before over his Political viewpoints..As I said on the other topic...


I'm actually glad the "VOTING FOR" topic got nuked....Someone said something that after reading I dismissed as a bad joke then upon reflection got real offended and was going to post a reply to clean his clock! But now, its gone and good riddence. I have gotten in trouble here on this very forum when I someone asked me why I hated a certain public figure so much, I explained it to him and got the topic nuked faster than you can say "Jack Mack and the Heart Attacks!"

This is a Hobby forum and I understand how bringing something devisive as Politics in is just not a good idea. I try to keep my political, social, and religious views to myself. I resent others who insist of pushing there beliefs on me and would not push mine onto others. So I stay on topic now. I'll joke around but I dont want to get into any real mud-slinging events anymore.

The SINGLE biggest reason I am still a LONE WOLF modeler today and do not socialize much with others in the hobby is that eventually Politics or Religion get brought into the fray, and "Oh you didnt vote for the so-and-s0" or "You dont believe THAT religion" type issues get brought up and it just goes to Hell on a tobagon after that...Thats the danger here, it just gets people devisive, bitter, and creates the same social/political/religious cliche's that have in my opinion screwed up the country.

If you want to discuss Politics or Religion or Social Values there are hundreds of sites for just that. Cklick on any new network forum and you can type away all you want to say.

As for me...just to clear up my position.

Political Party - Monster Raving Loony Party ( Originally created in England, Mr. Graham Chapman and Mr John Cleese our first party nominies)

Social Viewpoint- Usually scoping the room looking Cool sipping a Gin and Tonic!

Religion - upstanding member, 24hr Drive-Thru Church of Elvis, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Thank'ya Ma'am....

[Fergmiester]

Well Mr. Smith after thinking hard, and doing the homework and such Here I'm about to vote and ya beat me to it! THen again you can't vote for Elvis as he is the "King"!

And to Bergie I can only say

Thank You... Thank You very Muchhhh.

[AntonioFP45]

Politics can be quite depressing.

Thanks, Bergie!

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by Bergie

Sorry, I tend to keep this forum free of political discussions because I feel they'll only lead to arguments among friends. Little can be gained from such discussions.

I hope you understand.

Erik

Amen Bergie! As a refugee from rec.models.railroad, I can attest that trains and politics don't mix, as it only leads to hurt feelings.
This is all about fun, right??

[Anonymous]

Made in America,In your dreams..........

[twhite]

Bergie--thank you very much. As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?
Tom

[AntonioFP45]

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite

Bergie--thank you very much. As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?Tom

[#ditto] As a married heterosexual Christian Independent I am in agreement. [;)][swg]

[Anonymous]

we are all hopeless. [oX)]

[tstage]

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite
As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?
Tom

I CAN'T believe you used the "M" word!

Tom

[AntonioFP45]

QUOTE: Originally posted by tstage

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite
As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?
Tom

I CAN'T believe you used the "M" word!
Tom

How dare you! Hey! Use it more! Shock the hollywood "Political Correctness" club members when you get the chance! If feels good and right to say "male, manly, man, father figure, male role model, get in touch with your "masculine side!", be a good strong man and lead by example, [4:-)][C):-)][C=:-)] (oops! I did it again! Did I say that? Here comes the PC crowd with tasers!!!! Gotta run! [:p] )

[twhite]

QUOTE: Originally posted by AntonioFP45

QUOTE: Originally posted by tstage

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite
As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?
Tom

I CAN'T believe you used the "M" word!
Tom

How dare you! Hey! Use it more! Shock the hollywood "Political Correctness" club members when you get the chance! If feels good and right to say "male, manly, man, father figure, male role model, get in touch with your "masculine side!", be a good strong man and lead by example, [4:-)][C):-)][C=:-)] (oops! I did it again! Did I say that? Here comes the PC crowd with tasers!!!! Gotta run! [:p] )

Antonio: We may BOTH be running at the same speed.
Tom[:D]

[espeefoamer]

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite

QUOTE: Originally posted by AntonioFP45

QUOTE: Originally posted by tstage

QUOTE: Originally posted by twhite
As a male heterosexual Roman Catholic Democrat, may I say that there are three subjects I really do NOT like discussing in a public forum and --oh, I just mentioned them, didn't I?
Tom

I CAN'T believe you used the "M" word!
Tom

How dare you! Hey! Use it more! Shock the hollywood "Political Correctness" club members when you get the chance! If feels good and right to say "male, manly, man, father figure, male role model, get in touch with your "masculine side!", be a good strong man and lead by example, [4:-)][C):-)][C=:-)] (oops! I did it again! Did I say that? Here comes the PC crowd with tasers!!!! Gotta run! [:p] )

Antonio: We may BOTH be running at the same speed.
Tom[:D]

Yeah,I agree with the above[:D]!

[CBQ_Guy]

I vote for Bergie!
[tup]

[Anonymous]

I guess Ill go by whatever the forum moderator says...OR ELSE[:D]

[Anonymous]

I already voted so all this "who are you voting for" stuff is so yesterday to me. [:D]

Edited because I messed up my smilie.

[dano99a]

QUOTE: Originally posted by dkelly

I didn't see any arguments on the thread. In fact there are more name calling and rude behavior on the MTH thread or Made in China thread.

or the "check your spelling" thread.... geeez

[DSchmitt]

Many of the threads that got out of hand were not bad topics for discussion on this board. They could have been discussed without devolving into partisan politics and name calling.

Even a couple which started with political references mixied in with their non political points led to some good discussion by others who ignored the politics.

[jwmurrayjr]

Early voting has started in many places. I just got my "I voted Touchscreen." sticker this morning before work.

I'm sure that you won't object to "Just do it!"[:)][tup][swg]

[Bergie]

Time to move on...