tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post5513805349302633833..comments2023-08-05T07:24:04.413-05:00Comments on Hope n' Change Cartoons: Shear MadnessUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-27249674899953048762013-02-03T07:43:26.434-06:002013-02-03T07:43:26.434-06:00What a stupid tragedy...Rest in Peace CHRIS KYLE.What a stupid tragedy...Rest in Peace CHRIS KYLE.PRYnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-91494965798090875262013-02-02T16:43:24.808-06:002013-02-02T16:43:24.808-06:00All of us here are just old enough to remember whe...All of us here are just old enough to remember when sanity and good sense was the order of the day. It's a little difficult getting used to the 'NewNormal'.PRYhttp://jumpinthegun.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-49146852932983912292013-02-02T15:32:44.674-06:002013-02-02T15:32:44.674-06:00Rock, paper, scissors, lizard, SPOCK!Rock, paper, scissors, lizard, SPOCK!Karl Uppianohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04857875236624845139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-22369740085168761372013-02-02T11:48:15.418-06:002013-02-02T11:48:15.418-06:00@GraftonCHeddar/GangofOne....ok, here goes.......
...@GraftonCHeddar/GangofOne....ok, here goes.......<br />What's the difference between Edward Scissorhands and the DHS Video?<br />Edward can cut hair, trim shrubbery etc.....giving him a whole lot of utility, and the DHS Scissors video isn't even heavy enough to throw.....unless you taped the stapler to it?<br />Tip your waitstaff, I'm here all week.......<br /><br />@Colby, If my office- I work for a NJ State agency- is any example, a LOT of people will eat this up, and start ordering the pointiest scissors available. They stare in rapt attention to the most insipid seminars on every PC pile o' horsepoop comes down the pike.<br /><br />@Centex, everyone in said office has a desk set of cutlery for use when stuffing their faces. I keep a Gerber MKII for my toast and jam.<br />Of course, I can't sand eating in the office, so it just sits hidden in my desk.<br />;)Queso Grande, The Christie Criticnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-5079617392395865872013-02-02T10:49:47.369-06:002013-02-02T10:49:47.369-06:00@Velcro- Well, if we're talking about red stap...@Velcro- Well, if we're talking about <i>red</i> staplers, it's an entirely different matter.<br /><br />@john1v6- That's the most depressing thing I've read all day. Stilton Jarlsberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503164551782304564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-76265237939755311332013-02-02T08:32:36.115-06:002013-02-02T08:32:36.115-06:00A few months ago, to get us ready for an "act...A few months ago, to get us ready for an "active shooter" exercise, we were e-mailed a PowerPoint briefing with these same tips.<br /><br />Run and hide and wait for security to come save you.<br /><br />I'm in the Air Force.john1v6noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-50440537384056762742013-02-01T22:00:25.398-06:002013-02-01T22:00:25.398-06:00Hey, don't laugh at staplers! Remember what h...Hey, don't laugh at staplers! Remember what happened in Office Space when Milton didn't get his back???<br /><br />"... that's the last straw..."Velcrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13137201079791654873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-48234297877624291762013-02-01T21:25:48.362-06:002013-02-01T21:25:48.362-06:00@CenTexTim- I don't mean to seem TOO macho, bu...@CenTexTim- I don't mean to seem TOO macho, but any terrorist who messes with me is going to get a taste of Swiss Army Knife payback. Granted, the knife blade is only about an inch long, but I can use the tweezers to pluck nose hairs - and that HURTS!<br /><br />@Sarah Rolph- You wrote an excellent piece! Frustrating when bureaucrats know less than oysters.<br /><br />@The Jimmy Z Show- Glad you enjoyed the cartoons. And for any HnC readers who might not know, Jimmy Z does a <i>great</i> conservative radio show/podcast that you should consider regular listening!<br /><br />@Queso Grande- If you ever (and I hope it never happens) get the chance to pop a perp, I'll bet your coworkers would be very forgiving in their attitudes.Stilton Jarlsberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503164551782304564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-9777495855293985492013-02-01T18:52:00.320-06:002013-02-01T18:52:00.320-06:00Great cartoons on scissors and the jobs council. S...Great cartoons on scissors and the jobs council. So funny.The Jimmy Z Showhttp://thejimmyzshow.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-53639007983515643892013-02-01T17:37:26.714-06:002013-02-01T17:37:26.714-06:00"Also salient is Mark Twain's quote that ..."Also salient is Mark Twain's quote that it's easier to fool people than to convince them they've been fooled." <br /><br />I am glad you mentioned this. <br /><br />I'm going to have to look this quote up and work it into one of my stories about the oyster farm we're trying to save in Point Reyes, California. <br /><br />This is exactly the problem, the Park Service fooled itself and was too embarrassed to admit it.<br /><br />Instead they continue to weave a tangled web of lies, aided by a clique of misguided environmental activists; they, too, have fooled themselves with do-gooder myths, and they have in turn fooled others, and used them to advance their supposedly noble but actually very destructive cause. They all seem to think the safest thing to do is to stick with their story, no matter what. <br /><br />If I may offer a link to my own work, here's my latest on this topic:<br />http://russianrivertimes.wordpress.com/Sarah Rolphhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01669736522880904119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-69622599947690620852013-02-01T17:18:17.310-06:002013-02-01T17:18:17.310-06:00@All - Well Done! This is definitely one of the be...@All - Well Done! This is definitely one of the better posts, from the triple post by Stilt (even better than the usual high quality) to the wit in the comments.<br /><br />And FWIW, when I'm on campus I carry a tactical knife in my pocket (a violation of policy, but if I get caught I think it's just a reprimand as opposed to criminal charges if I carry a firearm) and a can of wasp spray in my briefcase. Maybe I should also pack a high-powered staple gun as well.<br /><br />No, wait ... it's a type of gun...<br /><br />There is no end to this lunacy. But as our host pointed out, it's time for a drink or three...CenTexTimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04026518638421849111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-5136309473750636262013-02-01T16:36:07.080-06:002013-02-01T16:36:07.080-06:00@Pete(Detroit)- Well done! That's funny!
@WMD...@Pete(Detroit)- Well done! <i>That's</i> funny!<br /><br />@WMD- I don't <i>want</i> HnC material! I want my country back! Sigh...<br /><br />@Grafton Cheddar- Healing isn't about <i>getting</i> better, you silly goose, it's about <i>feeling</i> better about not getting better! I think Elizabeth Kübler-Ross would say our economy has entered the "acceptance" stage of death...<br /><br />@PRY- Barnum is a personal hero of mine (I once wrote a screenplay about him, but it never sold). He really <i>did</i> understand that people were willing to be fooled <i>if it made them feel good overall</i>. And that's absolutely applicable to PT Barack's sideshow.<br /><br />Barnum knew that almost no one would be fooled by his FeeJee Island Mermaid, but knew it would bring people in the door. If after spotting the fraud the patron was unhappy, PT would happily refund their money. But most people enjoyed the <i>other</i> delights of his museum so much that they felt they got more than their money's worth, even after falling for a bit of humbug.<br /><br />So, too, a lot of people realize that Barry can't keep his extravagant promises, but as long as they believe they're getting <i>something</i> of value, they'll continue to be pleased.<br /><br />Also salient is Mark Twain's quote that it's easier to fool people than to convince them they've been fooled. How many people have the personal integrity to admit that they voted (perhaps twice - or more) for a lying dog of a Socialist? At this point, they have to protect him to protect themselves.<br /><br />Hey look! It's time for a drink!Stilton Jarlsberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503164551782304564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-12306921475407272082013-02-01T15:25:26.899-06:002013-02-01T15:25:26.899-06:00Was just reading in interesting article about P.T....Was just reading in interesting article about P.T.Barnum and his uncanny understanding of mass psychology.<br /> <br />As Daniel Boorstin observed, "contrary to popular belief, Barnum's great discovery was not how easy it was to deceive the public, but rather, how much the public enjoyed being deceived."<br /><br />Now, this is something that grabbed my attention. I have been unable to understand why so many Americans believe the lies coming from this administration. I know being a 'taker' and living off taxpayer money can be a big reason. I mean, if you pay a tiny bit of attention, anyone can recall the promises and see that they were just fantasy, maybe people ARE that dumbed down!<br /><br />According to Boorstin, there are two broad groupings of people: those that WANT to believe the lie, for whatever reason, and those (this includes the typical HnC reader) who see things as they are, and have no need or desire to call them anything else.<br /><br />P.T. Barnum's "mermaid" he touted as real(merely half a monkey sewed into the body of half a fish), was not rejected by the folks who paid to see it, because they enjoyed it I suppose. Maybe many WANTED to believe it was real. I think many people nowdays are like that. They WANT to believe O has something going when he and his disciples say the economy is just fine, the national debt does not matter, etc, you know the lies by now. Just tryin to make some sense outa all this. It's getting pretty dang intense.<br /><br />PRY-THRU THE TIME WARPhttp://jumpinthegun.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-72792537014551108702013-02-01T15:07:55.759-06:002013-02-01T15:07:55.759-06:00Gang of One said..."There's an 'Edwar...Gang of One said..."There's an 'Edward Scissorhands' joke in here somewhere."<br /><br />Nappy = Edwina Scissorglands<br /><br />Sorry. Too morose today...<br /><br />Isn't it good, though, to hear that the economy "continues to heal" with rising unemployment? Who would have known?Grafton Cheddarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04825971478192505799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-7782262490170311412013-02-01T14:22:04.750-06:002013-02-01T14:22:04.750-06:00As far as King Hussein and his regime providing ma...As far as King Hussein and his regime providing material for HnC, I think that is refered to as a target rich environment.<br />Oh and for the "Thanks for that mental image" of the day imagine Zero and his boyfriend doing the "scissor".<br />You're Welcome!WMDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03823864136119114036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-70046960353091029462013-02-01T14:17:21.628-06:002013-02-01T14:17:21.628-06:00I'm good! I have a swiss knife with a pair of ...I'm good! I have a swiss knife with a pair of 1.5-inch scissors! (For little short terrorists I guess)PRY-THRU THE TIME WARPhttp://jumpinthegun.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-43293408816805712132013-02-01T14:03:23.773-06:002013-02-01T14:03:23.773-06:00Iraq beats scissors?Iraq beats scissors?Pete(Detroit)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-8449548059299451922013-02-01T13:29:16.557-06:002013-02-01T13:29:16.557-06:00@REM1875- At this point, your only hope of acquiri...@REM1875- At this point, your only hope of acquiring scissors is to convince Eric Holder that you're a member of the Mexican Quilt Cartels.<br /><br />@Colby- You'll notice that the video didn't include footage of the dolt with the scissors doing a victory dance after taking down the shooter. I think there's a reason for that.<br /><br />And look again - today is now a triple post!<br /><br />@grecnfx- <i>Of course</i> this administration can get dumber. I just can't imagine how until it happens. But it will!Stilton Jarlsberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503164551782304564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-46193844705210667982013-02-01T13:02:32.703-06:002013-02-01T13:02:32.703-06:00Can this administration any dumber?Can this administration any dumber?grecnfxnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-41697126520784392452013-02-01T12:49:01.811-06:002013-02-01T12:49:01.811-06:00Y'all feel free to heckle me for this statemen...Y'all feel free to heckle me for this statement, but I think the number of people who will take the DHS video seriously is probably pretty dang small. Geez-O-Pete! My 6 year old grandson understands that scissors are no match for a crazy guy with a gun. Of course, he has seen up close what a real gun can do because we are already drilling gun safety into his wee little brain and have let him see what a .45 ACP can do to a bottle or a pumpkin.<br /><br />I still scares me that people in high places like Mr. Napolitano would offer up something like that pitiful video as a real solution to a horrendous problem. But, that being said, the video was actually on to something. If all else fails, grab something to fight back with, but perhaps we should all start keeping a Glock in the drawer alongside the scissors.<br /><br />Thanks for the big double post, Stilton!Colbynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-3083306321188169602013-02-01T12:45:41.849-06:002013-02-01T12:45:41.849-06:00Dang caught flat footed, this time, never even se...Dang caught flat footed, this time, never even seen it coming but the results are just as you would imagine. There has been a run on scissors in town, especially assault scissors, the only ones left have quadrupled in price due to price gouging. The local democrats are trying to stop the sale of scissors that take more than one attachment and the concealed scissors carry classes are filled up for months. Now I am left with either my dremel or K-BAR to cut coupons.REM1875https://www.blogger.com/profile/04847984055699795355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-12174376897121948692013-02-01T12:20:51.981-06:002013-02-01T12:20:51.981-06:00@John the Econ- And why should parents have to buy...@John the Econ- And why should parents have to buy those bulletproof whiteboards for their kids? Why not just mandate taxpayer-funded kevlar school uniforms? (Which is such a terrible idea that I almost hate to put it in print in case the government decides to use it). <br /><br />Regarding the alleged Jobs Council, it's easy to do the mental math: Obama is all about wealth redistribution, and the political demand comes from those who don't have jobs (willingly or unwillingly). Which is why Barry continues to do <i>everything he can</i> to cripple job creation in our country. Including distracting the MSM with Kabuki Councils.<br /><br />(More comments shortly - I just thought of another cartoon...)<br /><br />Stilton Jarlsberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503164551782304564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-64190619236976453402013-02-01T11:42:21.279-06:002013-02-01T11:42:21.279-06:00It is VERY important to disarm before watching TV....It is VERY important to disarm before watching TV. If I had a gun handy for the "Honey Boo Boo marathon" I'd HAVE to shoot them, the TV, myself, SOMETHING. <br />Just sayin'Stan da Mannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-56731053110896093742013-02-01T11:28:41.280-06:002013-02-01T11:28:41.280-06:00SJ - Ms. Napolitano occupies a political appointme...SJ - Ms. Napolitano occupies a political appointment. She is a good leftie but not the person who ought to be entrusted with the security of our country. Your commentary about snow hazards & what to do about it coming from Homeland Security is insulting to thinking Americans. The disbanding of O's Job Council is another instance of "What does it matter?" To more than 50% of Americans none of these important issues will ever come into their minds. They believe what they hear from the MSM. I pray we can survive this extensive damage to America.Irene Pedutohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11133961730915924600noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8993108951931633758.post-88901194962245722202013-02-01T11:16:41.054-06:002013-02-01T11:16:41.054-06:00I feel bad for even saying this, but I really almo...I feel bad for even saying this, but I really almost hope someone DOES try this, with the predicable result of being riddled with bullets -- only because I would then hope that the victim's entire family would sue the bejeezus out of Napolitano, the Federal Government, and our Clown-in-Chief.<br /><br />To even SUGGEST this is bad comedy, that it is serious, because our "President" and the Leftists supporting him want to disarm the American Public so that they can go full-bore tyrannical. Can you even begin to imagine the media firestorm if a Republican said this?<br /><br />It's getting bad. The power grabs, evident double standards (remind me how Repubs are warring on women, and 'women in binders' is bad, but Menendez having sex with underage Dominican prostitutes is okey-dokey?), and the outright deriliction of duty (Hillary, Obama, and Benghazi) are getting more and more blatant and naked -- and no one seems to care?<br /><br />I would never advocate violence, but I have to admit, if something befell them, be it a meteor, a rampaging beast, or something, I wouldn't even shed a tear -- and I hate having to admit that.<br /><br />Thanks for the post.Earl Allisonnoreply@blogger.com