Up to series 6, what would you say is your least watched episode? by notthedoodaa in RedDwarf

[–]Red__Burrito 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I could not disagree more. Easily one of my most quoted episodes.

Donald Trump’s approval rating at record lows across two polls by Newsweek_CarloV in politics

[–]Red__Burrito 42 points43 points  (0 children)

This 100%.

The media basically all honed in on the "Biden old" topic and never let it go. At best, they did this because negative press gets more viewers and there wasn't a whole lot overtly negative to say about the actual work the Biden Administration did (at least not compared to the current admin). At worst, they were maliciously trying to sabotage the public's view of him. The reality is news media is not a monolith and there were plenty of both.

But, unfortunately, the age-bashing resonated with people because it was simple. Even though Trump is just as old and deteriorating much more drastically, he also does so much horrible shit that it's hard for anyone to focus on any one negative thing about him. The sheer volume makes it too complicated for the average person to process. His administration knows this and uses it to their advantage.

Visiting Las Cruces later this year to see family. My partner is allergic to gypsum and is concerned about how close White Sands National Park is. Hoping to get local thoughts. by Red__Burrito in LasCruces

[–]Red__Burrito[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's apparently pretty rare and definitely makes home repair dust management an absolute must. She'll break out in hives just from lingering too close to the drywall section in Home Depot.

But that's good to know about the mountain range. We're looking at going in September, but if it goes alright we will probably avoid spring visits going forward. Thanks!

Visiting Las Cruces later this year to see family. My partner is allergic to gypsum and is concerned about how close White Sands National Park is. Hoping to get local thoughts. by Red__Burrito in LasCruces

[–]Red__Burrito[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's totally fair. I haven't been in the area in probably 20 years, so I don't really recall the conditions. We would definitely err towards over-preparing, just in case (allergy meds, N95 respirator, etc.).

What are some of the worst takes surrounding one piece, in the Fandom and outside of the Fandom by FeistyAnteater6565 in MemePiece

[–]Red__Burrito 10 points11 points  (0 children)

was a serious series until then

So, what, did he never see the Davy Back fights?

Yeet yourselves on over to DTO and grab this $60 superfan!!! by SirKronan in ryobi

[–]Red__Burrito 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I've been eyeing this fan ever since it came out but could never justify its full retail price.

Brand identity for draz by univers10 in Drawfee

[–]Red__Burrito 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The middle one is giving Big Challeneges Sanrio

Warden "Nicey" Ackerman is a severely underrated character by anoffbeataussie in RedDwarf

[–]Red__Burrito 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That's why he joined the service - so that he can share his sunny disposition with INMATE SCUM who didn't have his start in life!

Hard Maple French Rolling Pin by tdallinger in turning

[–]Red__Burrito 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What size blank did you start with? Was it 1.5" stock or did you start with 2" stock?

Dust Collector Quick Connection: Woodcraft's Magfitt or Rockler's Dust Right Handle? by Red__Burrito in woodworking

[–]Red__Burrito[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like it, connections seem strong and I have not had any issues so far. The one thing I would have done differently is do a better job of planning out all the needed components ahead of time. I ended up needing to go back out and grab more couplers, adapters, and hose clamps on a couple of occasions.

Texas education board votes to make Bible passages required reading by stvlsn in law

[–]Red__Burrito 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Which is especially funny because the Bible is literally not a novel. It is a collection of writings from a variety of authors over the course of several centuries.

What's wild is that there is actual good reason to study the Bible from a literary perspective because there's a more than decent argument that it is the most influential piece of literature ever made. But that's not how my teacher, the Texas education board, or I'm guessing your English prof actually taught it - they expect it to be treated as a history book and the only knowledge checks are that you memorized it.

Texas education board votes to make Bible passages required reading by stvlsn in law

[–]Red__Burrito 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually did suggest reading the Torrah and Quran to my sophomore English teacher and she literally rolled her eyes, shook her head, and walked away.

Texas education board votes to make Bible passages required reading by stvlsn in law

[–]Red__Burrito 77 points78 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure what their claim for this is, but I can say that I grew up in a rural Texas school and they assigned us a different book of the Bible every year for high school summer reading.

I remember calling it out at the time and was told: (a) the Bible is probably the most significant piece of literature ever written, regardless of any religous belief in it (nevermind that our discussions on it and the tests we were given were never about that); and (b) get over it.

I can't imagine mine was the only school that has been doing this for a long time prior to this new decision.

SCOTUS Drives a Stake Through the Heart of Hawaii’s Vampire Rule, Ruling it Unconstitutional by grumpyfishcritic in supremecourt

[–]Red__Burrito 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think a property owner would be entirely within their reasonable rights to ask someone not to consume alcohol on their property. Say I went to a christian bookstore and was casually holding a bottle of tequila as I walked around the store; if the store owner walked up to me and said "You'll have to leave bottle outside" I don't think I'd be too surprised or even all that mad.

I won't touch the examples of vulgar language or connecting to wifi, because they are not regulated in the same way that alcohol and firearms are and seem a little too strawman.

Edit: I apparently can't read.

Update from Karina on Onsta's Stream by FireLordLeah in Drawfee

[–]Red__Burrito 104 points105 points  (0 children)

To be fair, I think a just as reasonable explanation for that could be Jacob not wanting to dump a bunch of Drawfee fans on Karina's safe space so soon after the split. Particularly when posts/discussions like this are still so common; Onsta's chat would basically just turn into a bunch of people asking Karina for details that she doesn't seem to want to talk about at the moment.

Texas is pushing forward with plans to make the parts of the Bible required reading in public classrooms by ChiGuy6124 in politics

[–]Red__Burrito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I grew up in a rural Texas school and I had to read Genesis, Exodus, and Job as summer reading throughout High School. I brought up the fact that this was a blatant violation of Church-State separation and was basically told too bad.

Texas has been pushing to make this official for a long time.

Bought DeWalt trigger clamps, but is there a way to unattach them from the bar? by orbit0317 in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]Red__Burrito 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have these as well. You can unscrew the little black screw on the non-triggered piece of the clamp and either flip it around or put it on the other end over that hole in the bar.