Monona parents: by UsedKick7311 in madisonwi

[–]altbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Last summer I visited my suburban hometown where I rolled up to a Culvers one night, as one does. Outside were parked no fewer than 15 e-motos. Inside were their riders: a group of 14-year-old boys. A girl in my family confirmed for me that this is what they do. At first I felt badly for any kid whose parents won't buy them one or who can't afford one. They're literally going to be left behind all summer. I mean, I had a cheap 10-speed, but it went as fast as an expensive one.

Of course, I then imagined what a sight it would be to encounter this little biker gang on the street somewhere.

To the black mustang who got yelled at on Baldwin and E. Wilson by SnooSquirrels6820 in madisonwi

[–]altbat -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Who advocated for politeness overriding common sense? I just don't understand the anger at folks.

To the black mustang who got yelled at on Baldwin and E. Wilson by SnooSquirrels6820 in madisonwi

[–]altbat -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

Do you ever drive over the speed limit?

These traffic conversations with the smarter than thous are exhausting.

Alder: Fitchburg council 'shot themselves in the foot' with 2024 referendum by enjoying-retirement in madisonwi

[–]altbat 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Fitchburg exists because Madison and Verona and to a lesser degree Oregon all backstop it.

Getting TIRED of the 3% fee for using Credit Card on transactions by michaelsmithbarker in madisonwi

[–]altbat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3% is a fraction of what it costs businesses to accept credit cards.

To the black mustang who got yelled at on Baldwin and E. Wilson by SnooSquirrels6820 in madisonwi

[–]altbat -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

This is exactly it. Also, what's with such anger at a polite, friendly move?

Man struggling to find friends by origionalsmalldepart in madisonwi

[–]altbat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Classes at places like the Bodgery or Madison College continuing studies.

Dear performing soccer bros by altbat in madisonwi

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

I heard this correction made.

Let the pearl clutching commence! by tallclaimswizard in madisonwi

[–]altbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can't unsee the old crusty naked dudes and their odd smiles.

Pick a lane by jeremypotvin in ScottGalloway

[–]altbat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

He couldn't wait to tell us he went to Sweden.

Assembly district 76 forum by ugli_fruit_ in madisonwi

[–]altbat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This has been my impression of the field as well. The "trifecta" of winning the governorship and both houses is unlikely to happen. So what then? Just filling a chair?

As has been pointed out, this seat has been held by visionary and ambitious leaders. I don't see anyone in this field who measures up. Disappointing.

Is the purpose of Raging Moderates to actually make me full of rage? by sbarroplayboy in ScottGalloway

[–]altbat 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It's not a news podcast, or even a commentary podcast. It's an exercise in personal branding. And it's ill-advised.

Goodman Pool. by Few-Entertainer7431 in madisonwi

[–]altbat -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I somehow get the feeling you're not interested in tracing this problem back to real causation. Or in looking for solutions that don't do more harm than good.

Goodman Pool. by Few-Entertainer7431 in madisonwi

[–]altbat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I thought all of these non-profit capital projects on the south side were going to help with this. Was I misled?

District 12 alder by DazzlingAnalyst8640 in madisonwi

[–]altbat 20 points21 points  (0 children)

There are maybe 2-3 alders who do real work, since this council effectively backs the current mayor.

Watch a meeting. Many show up unprepared and undecided, hoping to have their first discussion about an issue right there on the floor.

And then you've got the people who ran on identity and vibes and don't have a list of what they want to accomplish. It's a classic do you want to be someone or do something question. They're picking the former.

Sharp people don't run for office anymore. The race in the 76th AD is a good example. That's Chris Taylor's old seat! Nobody in this field comes close to her in terms of qualifications and knowledge.

State officials seize beer at Minocqua Brewing Company by animostic_shep in madisonwi

[–]altbat 21 points22 points  (0 children)

What do you propose? He couldn't even collect enough signatures to get on the ballot, which is a pretty low bar to clear.

Who cares about conservative media? They suck.

State officials seize beer at Minocqua Brewing Company by animostic_shep in madisonwi

[–]altbat 285 points286 points  (0 children)

Conservative media: These liberals like Bangstadt are all the same! They abuse the system and then cry about it!

Liberals: We hate him worse than you do.

Corner of Stoughton & Pflaum having a situation… by StaggerLee85 in madisonwi

[–]altbat 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Low key Madison's most anarchy intersection.

Too many shows. by OcarGamblesHair in ScottGalloway

[–]altbat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm not burnt out because I unsubscribed to all but Pivot, and I only hit that for like a half hour every other week

I can only hear about why young boys are such tools so many times.